Maurie Binford’s Orchestra 4/7/1939 - Maurie Binford, University of Oregon maestro will lead his orchestra through the rhythms of the day. Swimmers Delight … [Read more...]
Location: Eugene, Oregon
Music events, venues and musicians/bands in Eugene.
Herschel Davis (1901-1984)
Accomplished musician, Herschel Davis, was well renowned in the Northwest for his swing and big band music. He directed his own orchestras and played piano and the organ in the Eugene area from 1921 – 1974. Herschel was born to P. Waldo Davis and Lizzie DeMoss, of the famous musical family, The DeMoss Family Bards of Oregon. Herschel grew up on the stage and was known as the … [Read more...]
Eldred Glaspey
Eldred Glaspey played the Violin and Saxaphone and was renowned in the Willamette Valley for his swing and big band music. Eldred was born in Fall Creek, Oregon October 21, 1912. He graduated from Springfield High School and studied music at the University of Oregon. He performed for over seventy years, from the 1920’s through the 1990’s at various dance venues throughout the … [Read more...]
Carl Rooen
Carl Rooen operated a dance orchestra in the Eugene area. June 9, 1937 - Swimmers Delight Jan 24, 1937 - Lane to Benefit From Ball Funds: Carl Rooen and his 8-piece orchestra Feb 25, 1937 - Ski Quartet will Broadcast Tuesday: Obsidian Ski Club quartet…by train to Cresent Lake…broadcast on KORE…Arrangements for the train include another four-piece swing band under the … [Read more...]
Bud Brown (Powers)
Bud Brown (Powers) 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 … [Read more...]
Burton Sisters
Burton Co-Ed Harmonizers were a popular family musical group who performed with a non-traditional mix of instruments and comedic costumes. The Harmonizers comprised of five sisters and performed in 1926-1929. Nov 5, 1928 – The McDonald has selected Johnny Robinson’s “Varsity Vagabonds” and the Burton Sisters' “Co-Ed Harmonizers” Orchestra. The Burton Sisters are to appear in … [Read more...]
Green Parrot Coffee Shop
Green Parrot Coffee Shop was a popular music venue located near the UO campus in Eugene Oregon. Location: 780 East 11th Avenue, Eugene Oregon (Alder & 11th) Sept 28, 1935 - Art Holman Orchestra … [Read more...]
Rex Underwood
Rex Underwood (violinist) taught Orchestra and Strings at the UO School of Music between 1919-1947. Prior to becoming to the UO he was with the Leipsic Royal Conservatory of Music and the Royal Bavarian Conservatory of Music. He studied with Joseph Olheizer, Chicago, Hans Becker, Leipzic, Michael Press, Berlin, and Ostrovsky, London. Director of the University … [Read more...]
Mike Gross
Mike Gross Orchestra (1918, 1921) … [Read more...]
Eugene’s Firemen Band
Eugene's Firemen Band was based in Eugene Oregon in the early 1900's. Members wearing uniforms with brass buttons and tall hats with tassels, pose with their horns and drums. Genre: Brass Band for Marching Active Years: 1910 … [Read more...]