Battle of the Bands, 1930, Outside of Musicians Association Building

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Panoramic photograph of the bands of the Musicians Protective Union Local 627, assembled for the annual Battle of the Bands at Paseo Hall, followed by a parade to the Musicians Association Building at 1823 Highland Avenue, where this picture was taken. The eight contestant bands pictured are Bennie Moten and George Lee's orchestras, Elmer Payne's Music Masters, Paul Banks's Rhythm Aces, Andy Kirk's 12 Clouds of Joy, Jap Allen's Troubadours, Julius Banks's Red Devils, and Bill Little and His Little Bills.

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May 4th 1930
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1823 Highland Avenue
Kansas City, MO
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Collection Title, Call or Box Number: 
Leroy "Buster" Berry Collection
Digital Object Identifier: 
AJM-MC01-1996-043-0009
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