Description: William Billy MackelBUBBY JOHNSON ORCHESTRA Original Jazz Band Photo Baltimore, Maryland 1939 DETAILS: Hard to find original photograph of Billy Mackel playing with the Bubby Johnson Orchestra of Baltimore, Maryland. This big band orchestra is where the famed jazz guitarist first debuted as a professional musician. Circa 1939. Measures 10" x 8". For other original early Blues & Jazz musician photographs, be certain to visit the Jazz Ephemera Category of our ebay store. BIOGRAPHY: John William "Billy" Mackel (1912–1986) was an acclaimed American jazz banjoist and guitarist. Mackel played banjo early in his career in his home town of Baltimore, Maryland but switched to guitar in the the 1930s. He debuted with the Bubby Johnson Orchestra in 1939 and toured with the band on the vaudeville ciruit. In 1944 he joined Lionel Hampton's band and was an influential member for over 30 years. He also recorded with Milt Buckner, Arnett Cobb, Herbie Fields, and Billy Williams. OXXBRIDGE GALLERIES Oxxbridge Galleries was founded in 1987. We are amongst the largest sellers of vintage photographs in the USA and are always adding to our inventory. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. You will be pleased by the friendliness and knowledge of our staff. Powered by eBay Turbo Lister The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
Price: 319.2 USD
Location: Allendale, New Jersey
End Time: 2025-01-21T18:16:27.000Z
Shipping Cost: 3.9 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Jazz Photo: Original
Billy Mackel: Guitarist
Bubby Johnson Orchestra: Jazz Big band Swing
Original/Reproduction: Original
Condition: Used
