American swing, bop, and blues drummer (1917-1988) who, besides leading his own groups, played with notable musicians like Lena Horne, Coleman Hawkins, Dexter Gordon, Benny Carter, Cab Calloway, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and Roy Eldridge. Charming vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Heard in a half-length drumming pose by Schaeffer of Hollywood, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, "To Johnny, Luck to you, J. C. Heard.” In fine condition, with a small tear to the left border. Learn more about this photo.
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