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Don Elliott

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Born in:Somerville, New Jersey,
United States of America
Year of Birth:1926
Year of death:1984

Biography

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Don Elliott Helfman (October 21, 1926 – July 5, 1984), known as Don Elliott, was an American jazz trumpeter, vibraphonist, vocalist, and mellophone player. Elliott recorded over 60 albums and 5,000 advertising jingles throughout his career.
Elliott played mellophone in his high school band and played trumpet for an army band. After studying at the University of Miami he added vibraphone to his instruments. He recorded with Terry Gibbs and Buddy Rich before forming his own band. From... more

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