Daily Almanac - February 19

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Blues harmonica player Sam Myers was born on this day in 1936.  Sam's been
playing the harmonica since he was seven and over the years he's worked with
Elmore James, Lightnin' Slim and he currently fronts Anson Funderburgh and
the Rockets.

Birthday greetings go out to list member Jody Murray.  Jody has been playing
with the JD Blues Band in Wyoming for the past few years.  Happy Birthday
Jody!!!!!!!

Jazz harmonica master William Galison was born on this day in 1958.
William's played with Sting, Dionne Farris and others, done several
soundtracks as well as cutting a few solo albums of his own.
For more about the life, career and recordings of William Galison, please
visit:
http://www.eharmonica.net/william_galison.htm

That's all I have for today.  Have fun and practice.

Peter Krampert, author
The Encyclopedia of the Harmonica
http://www.eharmonica.net