Erskine Hawkins

Erskine Hawkins's Academic­Influence.com Rankings

Erskine Hawkins

Communications

#6292

World Rank

#8671

Historical Rank

#2767

USA Rank

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• Communications

Why Is Erskine Hawkins Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Erskine Ramsay Hawkins was an American trumpeter and big band leader from Birmingham, Alabama, dubbed "The 20th Century Gabriel". He is best remembered for composing the jazz standard "Tuxedo Junction" with saxophonist and arranger Bill Johnson. The song became a hit during World War II, rising to No. 7 nationally and to No. 1 nationally . Vocalists who were featured with Erskine's orchestra include Ida James, Delores Brown, and Della Reese. Hawkins was named after Alabama industrialist Erskine Ramsay.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Erskine Hawkins?

Erskine Hawkins is affiliated with the following schools:

• Alabama State University