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Ted Weems
American musician and bandleader
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| Birth name | Wilfred Theodore Wemyes |
| Also known as | Ted Weems |
| Born | (1901-09-26)September 26, 1901 Pitcairn, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Origin | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | May 6, 1963(1963-05-06) (aged 61) Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz, big band |
| Occupation | Bandleader |
| Instrument(s) | Violin, trombone |
| Years active | 1923–1953 |
| Labels | RCA Victor, Bluebird, Mercury |
Musical artist
Wilfred Theodore Wemyes (September 26, 1901 – May 6, 1963), known professionally as Ted Weems, was an American bandleader and musician.
Weems's work in music was recognized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.[1]
Biography
Born in Pitcairn, Pennsylvania, Weems learned to play the violin and trombone. Young Ted's start in music came when he entered a contest, hoping to win a pony.
He won a violin instead and his parents arranged for music lessons.[