fessional artist . Al didn ’ t chase fame , yet he was regarded as the Father of Jazz Violin . On the Internet , I learned things he never told me . Al pioneered the “ over the bow ” technique---the Jimi Hendrix of the violin ! Al won prestigious awards for outstanding artistry , played with many stars , recorded with classical and jazz ensembles as well as his own band , and was 1st violin for the
Broadway run of Funny Girl . From his students , I learned that Al was Barbra Streisand ’ s orchestra pit boss for 25 years . He recorded with guitarist Django Reinhardt and gave drummer Buddy Rich his first pro gig in his band , The Rhythm Masters . He auditioned Frank Sinatra while working in the Dorsey brother ’ s band . He taught comic Henny Youngman those three notes he played on violin . Les
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In front , left to right . Eddie Lang , Al Duffy , Arthur Schutt .