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And on the Drums, 'Gene Krupa' (12-14-18)

WYPR - 88.1 FM Baltimore | By Gil Sandler
Published December 14, 2018 at 9:20 AM EST
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December 6, 1943--The audience at The Hippodrome waited to see the Benny Goodman band with drummer Gene Krupa take the stage. But it wasn't Krupa behind the kit. Gil tells us how a Baltimore boy stood in for the famous drummer, without anyone knowing. 

To hear a famous Benny Goodman tune, click here. 

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Gil Sandler
Gil Sandler was born and raised in Baltimore -- a circumstance he considers fortunate and one he does not want you to forget. He attended public school (P.S. #59, Garrison Junior High, Baltimore City College, Class of 1941) and then served in the United States Navy.
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