Peggy Gayle

Peggy Gilbert Peggy Gilbert American jazz musician and bandleader (1905–2007) Peggy Gilbert (January 17, 1905 – February 12, 2007), born Margaret Fern Knechtges,[1] was an American jazz saxophonist and bandleader. Quick facts Background information, Born ... Peggy Gilbert Background information Born Margaret Fern Knechtges (1905-01-17)January 17, 1905 Sioux City, Iowa, U.S. Origin Hollywood, California Died February 12, 2007(2007-02-12) (aged 102) Burbank, California Genres Jazz Occupations Musician, bandleader Instruments Saxophone, clarinet, piano, vibes Close She was born in Sioux City, Iowa. When she was seven years old, she played piano and violin with her father's band; she later discovered jazz and started to play the saxophone. After high school, she performed in local theatres and resorts and became a performer on…

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