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Joseph Francis "Sonny" Burke (March 22, 1914 – May 31, 1980) [1] was an American musical arranger, composer, Big Band leader and producer. Early life and career
Sonny Burke and His Orchestra Personal name Joseph Francis Burke Born March 22, 1914 Died May 31, 1980 Country United States IPI . 00004607222 15 works ...
- March 22, 1914
- May 31, 1980
Sonny Burke's short-lived band with the swingin' "Jumpin' Salty." Sam Donahue on tenor.Sonny Burke and his orchestraJumpin' SaltyOkeh 59891940Enjoy!
Sonny Burke. Born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, composer and arranger Joseph Francis “Sonny” Burke studied piano and violin as a child. He later switched to the vibes, which would become his signature instrument. He began playing in dance bands at an early age, leading his own group at Duke University. When Detroit orchestra leader Sam Donahue ...
Authentic Ska 1966/1967Made In JamaicaProduced By **(Sir CoxSone)**Label:CoxSone Island Record's
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Sonny Burke Early life and career Death and interment Discography As leader References Further reading External links Joseph Francis " Sonny " Burke (March 22, 1914 – May 31, 1980) [1] was an American musical arranger, composer, Big Band leader and producer.
Sonny Burke has 307 songs with the most popular being Fly Me to the Moon, My Way and Theme from New York, New York.
