Tommy Reynolds
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About
Jazz clarinetist and bandleader known for his band Band of Tomorrow and for leading the orchestra on several tours with Bob Hope.
Before Fame
He attended the University of Akron. He played in the orchestra of Isham Jones before forming his own band. He formed his band, Band of Tomorrow in 1940.
Trivia
He was the music director of WOR Radio in the 1950s. His clarinet playing style was inspired by Artie Shaw.
Family Life
He was born and raised in Akron, Ohio.
Associated With
Urbie Green was a member of his band in the 1950s. He had Hal Linden do some vocal work for his band.