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Finding Aid for the Bill Green Jazz Collection, 1950-1996
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Description
This collection documents the musical legacy of the saxophone player Bill Green.
Background
William Green (b. February 28, 1925; d. July 29,
1996), was a musician who was an integral part of
the
Los Angeles Central Avenue jazz scene, playing
local clubs (Marty's; House of Rhythm; benefits at
Lincoln Theater) working as an active studio
musician (commercial recordings, television shows)
and
private and class teacher of woodwinds and
ensembles. He performed on saxophone, clarinet,
flute, oboe and taught other woodwinds as well.
Restrictions
Copyright has not been assigned to the Performing Arts Special Collections. All requests
for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in
writing to Performing Arts Special Collections Librarian. Permission for
publication is given on behalf of Performing Arts Special Collections as the owner of the
physical items and is not intended to include or imply permission of the
copyright holder(s), which must also be obtained.
Availability
COLLECTION STORED OFF-SITE AT SRLF: Advance notice required for access.