1810 – Composer Frederic Chopin was born. 1826 – Composer John Thomas was born. 1928 – Paul Whiteman and his orchestra recorded “Ol’ Man River.” 1930 Trombonist Benny Powell born in New Orleans, LA. 1929 Pianist Fats Waller records his piano solo “Handful of Keys.” 1940 Guitarist Ralph Towner born in Chehalis, WA. 1941 – […]