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Leo Reisman

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American violinist and bandleader (1897-1961)

United StatesMusiciansLived 1897 to 1961 · aged 64
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Leo F. Reisman was an American violinist and bandleader in the 1920s and 1930s. Born and reared in Boston, Massachusetts, United States, Inspired by the Russian-American violinist Jascha Heifetz, Reisman studied violin as a young man.

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About this person

Leo F. Reisman was an American violinist and bandleader in the 1920s and 1930s. Born and reared in Boston, Massachusetts, United States, Inspired by the Russian-American violinist Jascha Heifetz, Reisman studied violin as a young man. After being rejected by the Boston Symphony Orchestra, he formed his own band in 1919. He became famous for having over 80 hits on the popular charts during his career. Jerome Kern called Reisman's orchestra "The String Quartet of Dance Bands".

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1897 to 1961 · aged 64
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7 languages

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