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John William “Bill” Barber

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John William “Bill” Barber

Birth
Hornell, Steuben County, New York, USA
Death
18 Jun 2007 (aged 87)
Bronxville, Westchester County, New York, USA
Burial
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Jazz musician. He is believed to be the first to play modern Jazz on a tuba. His many credits include performances with Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Gigi Gryce, and Gerry Mulligan. He was also featured on various Jazz albums. He was a World War II Army veteran. Cause Of Death: Heart Failure
Jazz musician. He is believed to be the first to play modern Jazz on a tuba. His many credits include performances with Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Gigi Gryce, and Gerry Mulligan. He was also featured on various Jazz albums. He was a World War II Army veteran. Cause Of Death: Heart Failure

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