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- George Van Eps was born on August 7, 1913 in Plainfield, New Jersey, USA. He was an actor, known for Art City 1: Making It in Manhattan (1996), The Big Broadcast of 1936 (1935) and Pete Kelly's Blues (1959). He died on November 29, 1998 in Santa Ana, California, USA.
- Author of textbooks on guitar.
- Helped to popularise the 7-string guitar which he referred to as his 'lap piano'.
- Began playing professionally from the age of eleven. Became especially noted in the 1920's and 30's, playing in the bands of Benny Goodman and Ray Noble.
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