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Sing Miller

1914 – 1990

American musician

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Lived 1914 – 1990 (aged 75). Sing Miller was an American jazz musician, pianist and musician.

James Edward "Sing" Miller (June 17, 1914, New Orleans, Louisiana – May 18, 1990) was an American jazz pianist and a member of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band.

Miller started his career as a singer with the Harmonizing Browns Quartet. His main instrument was banjo until late in the 1920s, when he moved to piano. He worked as a freelance musician with the Percy Humphrey band during the 1930s. After serving in the military during World War II, he was in a band led by drummer Earl Foster from 1945 to 1961.

He became a member of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band in New Orleans in the 1960s. He played in that band with Polo Barnes, Kid Sheik, Jim Robinson, and Kid Thomas Valentine. His rare performances as a solo act included 1979 and 1981 when he went on tour in Europe. He recorded one album for Dixie Records (1972) and one for Smoky Mary in 1978.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sing Miller?

American musician (1914–1990)

When was Sing Miller born?

Sing Miller was born on 17 June 1914 in New Orleans.

When did Sing Miller die?

Sing Miller died on 18 May 1990 in New Orleans.

What was Sing Miller's occupation?

Sing Miller was a jazz musician, pianist and musician.

What nationality was Sing Miller?

Sing Miller was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sing Miller

· Wikidata: Q7522684

· DBpedia: Sing Miller

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