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Harry Haag James (March 15, 1916 – July 5, 1983) was an American musician who is best known as a trumpet-playing band leader who led a big band to great commercial success from 1939 to 1946. He broke up his band for a short period in 1947, but shortly after he reorganized and was active again with his band from then until his death in 1983.
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Harry James (born March 15, 1916, Albany, Ga., U.S.—died July 5, 1983, Las Vegas, Nev.) was an American jazz musician and bandleader, and one of the most popular and dynamic trumpet players of the big band era.
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Harry Haag James was an American musician who is best known as a trumpet-playing band leader who led a big band to great commercial success from 1939 to 1946.
Welcome to the official site of the Harry James Orchestra. 2024 Announcements: The 2024 Tour Schedule has been updated; Fred returning to Hillsdale College in Michigan this November as artist in residence. The HJO is performing in a Battle of Bands at Hillsdale on Nov 15. A dance and concert follows on Nov 16