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The Imperial Show Band
The Imperial Show Band led by Tim Whitsett, was a popular musical group in the United States during the 1960s.
The group is regarded as the first integrated band in the state of Mississippi.[1]
Early years
In 1960, while still a student at Murrah High School in Jackson, Mississippi, Tim Whitsett formed a musical combo called "The Imperial Show Band".
Myrle had 7 siblings: Hulda Emeline Zuehlsdorf (born Piper), Albert Vinton Piper and 5 other siblings.
Whitsett and his band-mates sold Christmas cards to finance the group's first recording sessions.[2]
Along with his brother, Carson, and sister, Lucy, Tim continued to perform while a student at nearby Belhaven College.
Tim was the manager and also played trumpet, harmonica, piano, organ and bass. Carson played organ, piano, French horn and trombone. Lucy played piano, organ and ukulele.[3]
In 1964, Hank Martin and Buzz Aldridge, both natives of Sumter, South Carolina joined the group.[4]
The band was signed to CBS Records in 1966 and recorded on the Epic Recor