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Emmett Berry
7.23.15-?
trumpet: traditional


In 1936 Emmett joined Fletcher Henderson's band and stayed until the band until it disbanded in 1939. Later he played with Horace Henderson, Earl Hines and Lionel Hampton. From 1945 to 1950 Emmett played with Count Basie's band.

Later in his career he toured with Jimmy Rushing and Buck Clayton.


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