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Ben E. "Benny" Benack I (August 31, 1921 – July 23, 1986) was at the forefront of the Pittsburgh jazz scene in the 1960s and 1970s.[1] A talented trumpet player, Benack was made famous by his song "Beat'em Bucs" and was a staple at Pittsburgh Pirates and Pittsburgh Steelers games. The Benny Benack Orchestra played the styles of traditional jazz, dixieland, and swing. He was known as the "King of Dixieland" in Pittsburgh for many years.
- ^ Armstrong, Louis. “Bandstand Philosopher.” Future of Jazz- Heritage Programs. By Robert Macculley, Adam Linch, and Benny Benack. New Orleans. Brigham Young University’s Special Collection. Audio.