Jerry Burke

Jerry Burke Jerry Burke American musician (1911–1965) Jerry Burke (July 26, 1911 – February 13, 1965)[1] was a musician who played the organ and piano for the Lawrence Welk orchestra from 1934 to 1965.[2] Quick facts Born, Died ... Jerry Burke Born (1911-07-26)July 26, 1911 Marshalltown, Iowa Died February 13, 1965(1965-02-13) (aged 53) Occupation Musician Instrument(s) Organ, piano Years active 1934–1965 Formerly of Lawrence Welk orchestra Close Biography Born in Marshalltown, Iowa; he spent most of his youth in South Dakota; first in Aberdeen, where he took up the pipe organ and taught piano. After playing with several other local bands, he joined Lawrence Welk's band in 1934 when the band consisted of only six people and was headquartered in…

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