1945–1981
Biography · Music
James J. Vaughan
1870–1935
United States
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Biography
James J. Vaughan, also known as James Vaughn (1870–1935), was an American composer, musical director, and bandleader. He wrote music for several musicals. He was among the first African-American musicians to play at Carnegie Hall in 1912.
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