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Benny Goodman and his Orchestra make a live radio broadcast from the Madhattan Room of the Hotel Pennsylvania, New York City, USA.
Gerry McGee, lead guitarist of 60s instrumental hit-makers The Ventures, is born in Eunice, Louisiana, USA. McGee was not an original member but did play with the band for long periods in the late 60s and the 70s.
Geoff Goddard, keyboardist with 60s instrumental hitmakers The Tornados, is born in Reading, Berkshire, England, UK, Europe. 
Billie Holiday and the Count Basie Orchestra play the fifth night of a week at the Howard Theatre, Washington, DC, USA.
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