Max Herman

Max Herman played his first professional music job at the age of 13. He enjoyed a stellar music career as the first trumpeter for many of the top name bands of the Swing Era. Most notably, Max was the first trumpet in the Bob Crosby Orchestra. His second career was that of music publisher, forming Fiesta Music and Herman Music. His third career was that of President of the Musicians Union, for which he is credited for many advances of that organization. Max passed away less than one month before his 100th birthday, leaving a wonderful musical legacy. 

Interview Date:
May 24, 2006
Date of Birth:
July 1, 1914
Deceased Date:
June 2, 2014
Job Title:
Founder
Company:
Herman Music

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