Willie Lewis
Willie Lewis, born on June 10, 1905, in Cleburne, Texas, was an American jazz
clarinetist and bandleader. He grew up in Dallas and began performing in variety
shows as a teenager. After studying at the New England Conservatory of Music,
Lewis joined Will Marion Cook's orchestra and later toured with Sam Wooding’s
band across Europe, South America, and North Africa until 1931. He then formed
his own group, Willie Lewis and His Entertainers, which included notable
musicians like Jerry Blake, Arthur Briggs, and Benny Carter. The band achieved
success in Europe and recorded for label...
Basin Street BluesWillie Lewis
Complete Jazz Series 1936 - 1938
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Organ Grinder's SwingWillie Lewis
Complete Jazz Series 1936 - 1938
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CoquetteWillie Lewis
Complete Jazz Series 1936 - 1938
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Sing, Sing, SingWillie Lewis
Complete Jazz Series 1936 - 1938
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Doin' the New Low DownWillie Lewis
Complete Jazz Series 1936 - 1938
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There's a Small HotelWillie Lewis and Jean Tranchant
Complete Jazz Series 1936 - 1938
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