Edgar M. Sampson Net Worth is
$250,000

Mini Biography

American jazz musician, nicknamed ‘the Lamb’, given birth to Edgar Melvin Sampson. A child years prodigy, Sampson had been an achieved violinist by age six. After leading his personal high school music group he shifted to become sideman with New York-based orchestras in the 1920’s, alternating on violin and alto sax. This included a time of year with Duke Ellington in the Kentucky Golf club and another using the lesser-known Arthur Gibbs clothing in the Savoy Ballroom. Between 1931 and 1932, Sampson caused Fletcher Henderson’s company before becoming a member of the drummer Chick Webb (1934-36). It had been during this time period, that he 1st began composing several rhythmic requirements which essentially define the word ‘golf swing’. From July 1936, Sampson focused on free-lance organizing for a few of the largest names available, including Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, Teddy Wilson and Crimson Norvo. In November 1939, he overran the reigns as musical movie director of Ella Fitzgerald’s music group, following a untimely demise of Chick Webb. He resumed playing (mainly on tenor or baritone sax) through the past due 40’s, briefly fronted his personal orchestra (1949-51), consequently leading smaller organizations. Sampson also continuing to write plans, notably for Latin market leaders Tito Puente and Tito Rodriguez. A serious disease, which necessitated the amputation of the leg, brought a finish to his profession in the past due 1960’s. Among Edgar Sampson’s catalogue of best hits are “Stompin’ in the Savoy” (1934), “If Dreams BECOME A REALITY” (1934), “Dark Rapture” (1938), “Lullaby in Tempo” (1938), “Blue Lou” (1933) and Benny Goodman’s theme “YOU SHOULDN’T BE That Method” (1934).

Known for movies



Quick Facts

Date Of Birth	October 31, 1907
Died	January 16, 1973, Englewood, New Jersey, United States
Profession	Composer, Violinist, Music Arranger, Saxophonist
Nationality	American