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Ken Errair

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Ken Errair was born on January 23, 1930. He was an American musician best known as a member of the vocal group The Four Freshmen. The Four Freshmen were influential in the development of vocal harmony in jazz and pop music during the 1950s and 1960s.

Errair contributed to the group's signature sound, which blended complex harmonies and jazz arrangements. The Four Freshmen were known for their innovative approach to vocal jazz, and Errair's role as a singer and musician helped shape their style during his time with the group.

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