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Ray Barr

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Ray Barr was born on July 16, 1912, in New York City. He was a pianist known for his work with the Vincent Lopez Show, a popular musical program. Barr's career was primarily active during the early to mid-20th century, a period rich in jazz and big band music. His contributions as a pianist helped shape the sound of the era's live radio and performance broadcasts.

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