Barney Bigard

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Barney Bigard born?March 3, 1906
2. Where was Barney Bigard born?New Orleans, Louisiana
3. When did Barney Bigard die?June 27, 1980
4. What is Barney Bigard known for?His 15-year tenure as a clarinetist and saxophonist with Duke Ellington's orchestra
5. What is the musical instruments?Clarinet and tenor saxophone
6. What instrument did Barney Bigard play in Duke Ellington's band?Barney Bigard played the clarinet, and he also played the tenor saxophone when needed.

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