Guy Lombardo And His Royal Canadians

Big Band Leaders of the Early 20th Century

Guy Lombardo formed "The Royal Canadians" in 1924 with his brothers Carmen, Lebert, and Victor and other musicians from his hometown of London, Ontario, Canada. Lombardo led the group to international success, billing themselves as creating "The Sweetest Music This Side of Heaven." Members: Guy Lombardo - conductor, violin Carmen Lombardo alto sax vocals Lebert Lombardo trumpet Victor Lombardo soprano and baritone sax James Dillon, trombonist; Fred Higman, saxophonist - vocalist; Larry Owen, saxophonist - arranger; Fred Kreitzer, pianist; George Gowans, drummer. Guitarist - vocalist Bill Flannigan