Bud Brown (Powers) Categories: 1920s, Eugene, Musician Bud Brown (Powers) Bud Powers (Brown) Nov 5, 1928 – The McDonald has selected Johnny Robinson’s “Varsity Vagabonds” and the Burton Sisters’ “Co-Ed Harmonizers” Orchestra. The Varsity Vagabonds are arranging an elaborate stage setting. They are to play several comedy band numbers, vocal and instrumental solos and symphony jazz arrangements. ***Discrepancy between this article and the photo regarding who is leading the Varsity Vagabonds. Bud Brown and His Varsity Vagabonds – Possibly at the McDonald Theater