The Dorsey Brothers

The Dorsey Brothers is a Pennsylvania historical marker in Schuylkill County, dedicated 1991.

Schuylkill County · dedicated 1991 · 5 N. Main St. (PA 924)

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Trombonist Tommy Dorsey (1905-56) & saxophonist Jimmy Dorsey (1904-57) were key figures of the "big band" era. Born within three miles of here, both grew up and began their musical careers in Shenandoah. Until 1935 the brothers performed together. They led separate orchestras during the next 18 years before being reunited. Frank Sinatra was a featured singer with Tommy's orchestra, 1940-42.

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The Dorsey Brothers

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