Don Elliott
Don Elliott | |
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Elliott in a 1958 advertisement | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Don Helfman |
| Born | October 21, 1926 Somerville, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Died | June 5, 1984 (aged 57) Weston, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instruments | Trumpet, vibraphone, mellophone |
Don Elliott Helfman (October 21, 1926 – June 5, 1984), known as Don Elliott, was an American jazz trumpeter, vibraphonist, vocalist, and mellophone player. Elliott recorded over 60 albums and 5,000 advertising jingles throughout his career.