Howard King

Background

King, Howard was born on February 28, 1913 in Jersey City. Son of Henry David and Tillie (Friedman) Cohen.

Education

Graduated from the high school, Jersey City.

Career

Trumpeter, conductor, numerous big bands, New York City, 1931-1945; trumpeter, conductor, various Broadway music, New York City and Los Angeles, 1941-1950; owner, Encore Attractions Agency, Los Angeles, 1950-1957; independent personal manager, various music performers, Los Angeles, 1957-1961; owner, Howard King Agency, Los Angeles, 1962-1982; owner, Howard King, Inc., Los Angeles, since 1982. Arranger various music publications, New York City and Los Angeles, 1932-1950.

Membership

Member American Federation Musicians (life). Clubs: Optimist (West Hollywood, California) (president 1957-1958).

Connections

Children: Toby Beth, Terry Calvin, Geri.

Father:

Henry David Cohen

Mother:

Tillie (Friedman) Cohen

child:

Geri King

child:

Terry Calvin King

child:

Toby Beth King