Benny Goodman (May 30, 1909 – June 13, 1986)

Benny Goodman (May 30, 1909 – June 13, 1986)

Benny Goodman died 23 years ago

Benny Goodman was born on May 30, 1909 as Benjamin David Goodman in Chicago, Illinois. He was a clarinetist and bandleader. Mr. Goodman died on June 13, 1986 in New York City, New York.

Benny Goodman died today – 22 years ago

Clarinetist and bandleader Benjamin David “Benny” Goodman was born on May 30, 1909 in Chicago, Illinois. He said, “Sometimes when you start losing detail, whether it's in music or in life, something as small as failing to be polite, you start to lose substance.” [Character is in the details.]… Mr. Goodman died on June 13, 1986 in New York City, New York.