Viola Smith
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For the American lawyer and trade commissioner, see Addie Viola Smith.
Viola Clara Smith (née Schmitz; November 29, 1912 – October 21, 2020) was an American drummer best known for her work in orchestras, swing bands, and popular music from the 1920s until 1975. She was one of the first professional female drummers.[1][2] She played five times on The Ed Sullivan Show, as well as in two films and the Broadway musical Cabaret.
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Birth name | Viola Schmitz |
Born | (1912-11-29)November 29, 1912[1] Mount Calvary, Wisconsin, US |
Died | October 21, 2020(2020-10-21) (aged 107) Costa Mesa, California, US |
Occupation(s) | Musician |
Instrument(s) | Drums |
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