Barney Rapp

1900–1970 (age 70)

Bandleader

Biography

Barney Rapp conducted bands that drew crowds to swing dance halls and radio studios, sharing lively music that kept spirits high throughout a demanding era for entertainers. His orchestras brought contagious rhythm to the airwaves, and he guided talented musicians with a warm, steady hand.

He left a legacy of tuneful exuberance, and at Spring Grove Cemetery the memories of his music continue to brighten the recollection of the big band era.

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