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A superior rhythm guitarist, Carmen Mastren uplifted many sessions with his subtle playing but was rarely in the spotlight himself. He started out playing banjo and violin before specializing in guitar. He played in a family band and in 1931 became a professional. After moving to New York in 1935, Mastren worked with Wingy Manone and then Tommy Dorsey's big band (1936-40). He also ...more


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