Background

Heard, J. C. was born on August 10, 1917 in Detroit, Michigan, United States. Son of Louis and Ina (Ford) Heard.

Education

Graduated from the high school, Detroit.

Career

Drummer, entertainer with bands including, Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway, Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong, New York City, 1939-1960.

Achievements

• J. C. Heard has been listed as a noteworthy conductor by Marquis Who's Who.

Interests

• Golf, tennis.

Connections

Married, 1955; 1 child.

Father:

Louis Heard

Mother:

Ina (Ford) Heard