Ginger Smock | |
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 Ginger Smock's violin, at the Smithsonian | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Emma Smock |
| Born | 4 June 1920 |
| Origin | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Died | 13 June 1995 (aged 75) |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation | Violinist |
| Instrument | Violin |
Emma Smock (4 June 1920[1]– 13 June 1995[2]), better known as Ginger Smock,[3][4] was a violinist, orchestra leader, and local Los Angeles television personality. She is perhaps best known from her recordings with the Vivien Garry Quintet, though other recordings have surfaced recently. In addition to her work in jazz and rhythm & blues, she performed with the All City Symphony Orchestra of Los Angeles.[5]
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