This image was originally part of a California State Library photographic history project documenting the daily lives and historical, political, and cultural contributions of California's diverse communities. On June 12, 1999, Long Beach residents donated to the Long Beach Public Library 398 family and personal photographs as part of this ongoing statewide project. Long Beach Municipal Band leader, George H. Tyler is shown here wearing his band uniform and playing the coronet. He was the donor's band leader and teacher. The photograph was taken at the "old [municipal] auditorium," by the pier. The donor, Art Claar, used to mow his mentor's lawn in exchange for trumpet lessons. The photograph contains a note and autograph with these words: "With sincere best wishes to Arthur Claar; Geo. H. Tyler; Sept. 14 - 1932." DATE NOTES: Noted on image front. ORIG. IMAGE: 7" x 9" B&W glossy print. NEGATIVE: No. KEYWORDS: Music, musicians, brass, playing, instrument, uniform.
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