Wilbur Sweatman
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Clarinetists · 1882–1961

Wilbur Sweatman

American musician (1882–1961)

Born
7 February 1882
Brunswick
Died
9 March 1961
New York City
Country
United States
Record labels
Columbia Records, Emerson Records, Edison Records

Biography

Wilbur Sweatman was a jazz musician who played clarinet. Wilbur Sweatman was born on 7 February 1882 in Brunswick and died on 9 March 1961 in New York City. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Columbia Records, Emerson Records and Edison Records.

Wilbur Coleman Sweatman (February 7, 1882 – March 9, 1961) was an American ragtime and dixieland jazz composer, bandleader and clarinetist. Sweatman was one of the first African-American musicians to have fans nationwide. He was also a trailblazer in the racial integration of musical groups.

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Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Wilbur Sweatman play?

Wilbur Sweatman is known for playing clarinet.

When and where was Wilbur Sweatman born?

Wilbur Sweatman was born 7 February 1882 in Brunswick.

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