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Burton Lane recording, 1987 September 28
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Lane talks about his career as a composer, songs he’s written, people he’s met, his parents' influence, how he started composing, and stories from his career. He also talks about Judy Garland and the use of music in film.
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Murray Langston recordings, 1980 to 1981
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Langston discusses being irresponsible as a younger man, the economy, shares anecdotes about his experiences, and answers callers questions.
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Joe Lane recording, approximately 1969 to 2000
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Lano talks about how musical styles are reimagined and reused, overdubbing recordings, and writing arrangements for guitar interpretations of classical orchestral music. He also plays guitar.
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Florence LaRue (The Fifth Dimension) recording, 1991 September 25
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LaRue discusses the Fifth Dimension, talks about touring, performing on Broadway, and the group's first Las Vegas performance at Caesar's Palace.
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Mal Z. Lawrence recording, 1995 August 27
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Lawrence talks about his childhood in the Bronx, New York City, his military service where he first performed comedy, working the Borsch Belt, getting his big break touring with Tony Bennett, what it was like working the Catskills, and his views of other artists.
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Rick Lazer recording, 1994 October 08
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Lazer talks about his career as an Elvis Presley impersonator. He talks about first listening to Elvis, what he does, and other musical artists that he admires. He also sings 3 songs for the audience.
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Michael Leon recording, 1984 April 16
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Leon talks about his youth, perceptions of age, trying to avoid 'celebrity' while being a celebrity, his admiration for Elvis Presley, and his interest in performing in Las Vegas after he has gained more experience as a performer.
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Henri Lewin recording, approximately 1969 to 2000
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Talks about early life, being a POW in WWII, work ethic, the nature of brillance amongst entertainers.
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Maxine Lewis recording, 1987 February 20
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Maxine Lewis discusses the accomplishments of her family and herself in the entertainment industry. She spent some time in Montreal and Vancouver, Canada before coming to Las Vegas. Lewis performed in many shows including one that included her siblings.
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Dora Liberace recording, 1993 January 12
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Dora Liberace discusses the careers and achievements of the Liberace family, focusing on the development of her husband George and brother-in-law Lee.
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