Jimmie Lunceford
James Melvin Lunceford (June 6, 1902 – July 12, 1947) was an American jazz alto saxophonist and bandleader in the swing era.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | James Melvin Lunceford |
| Born | June 6, 1902 Fulton, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Died | July 12, 1947 (aged 45) Seaside, Oregon, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz, swing, traditional pop |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, bandleader |
| Instrument(s) | Saxophone, flute |
| Labels | Decca, Columbia |
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