- Born
- 4 November 1919
The Hague - Died
- 17 November 1990
Leiderdorp - Country
- Kingdom of the Netherlands
Biography
Peter Schilperoort was a jazz musician who played guitar, saxophone and clarinet. Peter Schilperoort was born on 4 November 1919 in The Hague and died on 17 November 1990 in Leiderdorp. The music is usually filed under jazz.
Peter Schilperoort (1919 – 17 November 1990), also known as Pat Bronx, was a Dutch musician, famous for his work with the Dutch Swing College Band, and projects with other well-known musicians. He is most recognised as a saxophone and clarinet player, but also played the guitar and the banjo. Leading the Dutch Swing College Band from 1946 to 1955, then from 1960 to 1990, his style was Dixieland, a style popular at the start of the twentieth century. His band became widely popular across Europe, Australia, Asia and South America in 1960, known as a Dixieland revival band.
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Historic 78 rpm records
- FIDGETY FEET THE DUTCH SWING COLLEGE ORCHESTRA · Peter Schilperoort · Kees van… archive.org ↗
- PANAMA RAG THE DUTCH SWING COLLEGE ORCHESTRA · Peter Schilperoort · Kees van… archive.org ↗
Frequently asked questions
What instrument did Peter Schilperoort play?
Peter Schilperoort is known for playing guitar, saxophone and clarinet.
When and where was Peter Schilperoort born?
Peter Schilperoort was born 4 November 1919 in The Hague.
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