Paul Tripp

Paul Tripp
Tripp in 1961
Born(1911-02-20)February 20, 1911
New York City, New York
DiedAugust 29, 2002(2002-08-29) (aged 91)
New York City, New York
Occupation(s)Musician
Actor
Author
SpouseRuth Enders Tripp

Paul Tripp (February 20, 1911 August 29, 2002) was an American children's musician, author, songwriter, and television and film actor. He collaborated with a fellow composer, George Kleinsinger. Tripp was the creator of the 1945 "Tubby the Tuba", a piece of classical music for children that has become his best-known work. He authored several books, including Rabbi Santa Claus and Diary of a Leaf.