Fred Van Eps | |
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Background information | |
Born | Somerville, New Jersey, U.S. | December 30, 1878
Origin | West Orange, New Jersey |
Died | November 22, 1960 Burbank, California | (aged 81)
Genres | Ragtime, jazz |
Occupation | Musician |
Instrument | Banjo |
Years active | 1897–1950s |
Labels | Edison, Columbia, Victor |
Fred Van Eps (December 30, 1878 – November 22, 1960) was an American banjoist and banjo maker. The "Van Eps Recording Banjo" was a well-known model until 1930.[1] He was the father of jazz guitarist George Van Eps.