Bubber Miley
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Trumpeters · 1903–1932

Bubber Miley

American jazz trumpet and cornet player, composer (1903-1932)

Born
3 April 1903
Aiken
Died
20 May 1932
New York City
Country
United States

Biography

Bubber Miley was a jazz musician who played trumpet. Bubber Miley was born on 3 April 1903 in Aiken and died on 20 May 1932 in New York City. The music is usually filed under jazz.

James Wesley "Bubber" Miley (April 3, 1903 – May 20, 1932) was an American early jazz trumpet and cornet player, specializing in the use of the plunger mute.

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Historic 78 rpm records

  • GOIN' TO TOWN DUKE ELLINGTON & HIS ORCHESTRA · Bubber Miley · Freddy Jenkins ·… archive.org ↗

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Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Bubber Miley play?

Bubber Miley is known for playing trumpet.

When and where was Bubber Miley born?

Bubber Miley was born 3 April 1903 in Aiken.

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