[Dixielandjazz] El Dorado JB

[Fr M J (Mike) Logsdon]

>From Hal Smith:

Southern California version (1963-66) included Papa Ray Ronnei-cornet; Al
Crowne-trombone; Mike Baird-clarinet; Dan Ruedger-banjo/leader; Mike
Fay-bass; Bob Raggio-washboard.

Others who appeared with the band at various times: Bruce Dexter-trumpet;
Frank Demond, Robin King-trombone; Walt Sereth, Tom Sharpsteen-clarinet;
Dick Shooshan-piano; Vic Loring, Clark Huddleston-banjo; Ken Peterson-bass;
Pete Kier-helicon; Robin King-tuba; Betty Hamilton-washboard.

Venues: Ted's Grill (Santa Monica); Golden West Hofbrau, Mr. Fatfingers',
Leapin' Liz's.

Recordings: Epitaph, Item-I.  Original El Dorado Jazz Band existed in the
Bay Area from about 1955-60.