empty cell Merle Evans
Merle Evans was an American conductor renowned as the longtime bandleader of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Born in Harmony, Pennsylvania, he began his career as a cornetist in circus bands. In 1919, he became the musical director of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, a position he held for over 50 years. Evans was known for his precise conducting and ability to synchronize music with circus performances. Throughout his career, he recorded numerous albums, including the "Sounds of the Circus" series, which captures the authentic atmosphere of circus music. The products available from the artist Merle Evans include CDs.
