About Lee Castle
Lived 1915 – 1990 (aged 75). Lee Castle was an American bandleader, conductor, jazz musician and trumpeter.
Lee Castle (February 28, 1915 – November 16, 1990) was an American jazz trumpeter and bandleader. He was born Lee Aniello Castaldo and performed under this name early in his career.
His first major professional job was with Joe Haymes in 1935; following this, he worked with Artie Shaw (1936, 1941), Tommy Dorsey (1937–41; also studied under Dorsey's father), Jack Teagarden, Glenn Miller (1939), Will Bradley (1941), and Benny Goodman (1943).
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Who was Lee Castle?
American musician (1915–1990)
When was Lee Castle born?
Lee Castle was born on 28 February 1915 in New York City.
When did Lee Castle die?
Lee Castle died on 16 November 1990 in New York City.
What was Lee Castle's occupation?
Lee Castle was a bandleader, conductor, jazz musician and trumpeter.
What nationality was Lee Castle?
Lee Castle was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Lee Castle. https://biography.guide/lee-castle/
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