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David Rubinoff's visit to Decatur in October 19, 1951.
Photographs of David Rubinoff's visit to Decatur , specifically Johns Hill School, on October 19, 1951.
Richard Rodgers' Oral History #1 - Transcription
This is the transcription of Richard Rodgers' first oral history. He was interviewed by Betty Turnell on February 8 and 15, 1984. The interview includes his childhood, Decatur around World War I, and his work with Linn and Scruggs.
Johnny Mercer
Photograph of Johnny Mercer.
Description on photograph: "Johnny Mercer, musician, writer of musical sketches for Paul Whiteman's orchestra, singer in Benny Goodman's orchestra, later worked with Bob Crosby on CBS, wrote lyrics for Jeepers Creepers,…
Description on photograph: "Johnny Mercer, musician, writer of musical sketches for Paul Whiteman's orchestra, singer in Benny Goodman's orchestra, later worked with Bob Crosby on CBS, wrote lyrics for Jeepers Creepers,…
Photograph of Homer "Boots" Randolph.
Photograph of Homer "Boots" Randolph holding his saxophone. This photo was taken on March 18, 1954.
Photographs from Mark Dvorak's Banjo Performance at the Decatur Public Library, 2003.
Photographs from Mark Dvorak's Banjo Performance at the Decatur Public Library in 2003. Mark Dvorak is a storyteller and folk singer from Chicago who performed his version of "The American Folk Song".
Robert Walter, Jr.
Photograph of Robert Walter, Jr. as a child holding a violin. Son of Prof. Robert Walter, Sr. former director of the Goodman Band in Decatur. In 1926, when he was 19 years old, he joined his father in the firm of Robert Walter and Son, instructors…
Prof. Robert Walter, Sr.
Photograph of Prof. Robert Walter, Sr. (died 11/13/1931). Leader of the Goodman Band of Decatur for over 40 yeas and director of music at the Powers Grand Opera House. He was also a private music instructor. Photo by Van Deventer of Decatur, IL.
