About Norman Bailey
Lived 1913 – 1984 (aged 71). Norman Bailey was an American trumpeter.
Norman Bailey (February 6, 1913 – July 11, 1984) was an American musician who was a member of the Lawrence Welk orchestra from 1952 to 1973.
Born in Worcester, Massachusetts; he took up music with his instrument of choice, the trumpet. He joined the Welk band in 1951 after spending seventeen years with the Freddy Martin band. Some of his most notable solo numbers during his tenure on the show include Sugar Blues and Hot Lips, he also gave one of his trumpets to one of his protégés Johnny Zell, who later became a member of the Welk orchestra.
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Who was Norman Bailey?
American musician (1913-1984)
When was Norman Bailey born?
Norman Bailey was born on 6 February 1913.
When did Norman Bailey die?
Norman Bailey died on 11 July 1984.
What was Norman Bailey's occupation?
Norman Bailey was a trumpeter.
What nationality was Norman Bailey?
Norman Bailey was American.
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· DBpedia: Norman Bailey (musician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Norman Bailey. https://biography.guide/norman-bailey-trumpeter/
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