Norman Lee (musician)

Norman Lee (March 21, 1921 – December 6, 1978) was an American songwriter, jazz clarinetist and big band singer of the 1950s to 1970s.[1] Among his tunes he co-authored "Champagne Polka" with Lawrence Welk.[2] He was murdered along with his wife and publicist in 1978.[3]

Discography
  • "Slappin' Clarinet"

"Let's Go Dance Again"

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References
  1. Billboard - 6 oct. 1951 - Page 14 "Norman Lee, fronting the old Eddy Howard crew, is in the midst of an indefinite engagement at Oh Henry Ballroom, Willow Springs, Ill., where good airtime helps build this new crew. "
  2. Billboard - 24 march 1973 "Singer, composer, clarinetist Norman Lee, who co-authored with Lawrence Welk "Champagne Polka," has signed a ..."
  3. Norman Lee's obituary


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