Larry Elgart

Lawrence Joseph Elgart (March 20, 1922 August 29, 2017) was an American jazz bandleader. With his brother Les, he recorded "Bandstand Boogie", the theme to the long-running dance show American Bandstand.

Larry Elgart
Portrait of Larry Elgart.
Background information
Birth nameLawrence Joseph Elgart
Born(1922-03-20)March 20, 1922
New London, Connecticut, U.S.
DiedAugust 29, 2017(2017-08-29) (aged 95)
Longboat Key, Florida, U.S.
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Musician, bandleader
Instrument(s)Alto saxophone
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