Art Holman (?-1961) Art Holman was a popular musician and band leader in Eugene, Oregon in the mid 1930's to late 1940's. He went to the University of Oregon and was a UO Track Star in the early 1930's. According to Duck track coach Bill Bowerman, Art Holman was “a very fine quarter-miler, a pretty good low hurdler and a very fine musician”. Bill Bowerman was also an … [Read more...]
Ten Commanders
The Ten Commanders were a popular big band based in Eugene, Oregon in the 1930's. Music Events Jan 12, 1935 - Willamette Park June 1, 1935 - Willamette Park … [Read more...]
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...]