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Joe Billingslea, founding member and vocalist with r'n'b hitmakers The Contours, is born in Hamtramck, Michigan, USA.
Nelson Eddy performs Only A Rose, Shortnin' Bread and Carry Me Back To Old Virginny on radio's Chase And Sanborn Program in the USA.
Aaron Copland and Leonard Bernstein, two of the greatest figures in American music, meet for the first time, at the premiere of Alex North's Opening Dance and Slaughter Of The Innocents, on Broadway, New York City, USA. They will develop a lasting friendship.
Billie Holiday and the Count Basie Orchestra play the third night of a week at the Howard Theatre, Washington, DC, USA.
Aspiring young vocalist Frank Sinatra sings with the Harold Arden Band at The Rustic Cabin, Englewood, New Jersey, USA. The venue is a regular gig for Sinatra who also doubles as headwaiter.