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Seniors' band: Retired neurologist Dr. John Maxwell, 80, leader of Dr. John's Big Band Sound, poses with his quitar in front of a wall in his home covered with record album covers. The 16-piece band - alll but two of the members are retired - plays for seniors and at chartiable events.
Seniors' band: Retired neurologist Dr. John Maxwell, 80, leader of Dr. John's Big Band Sound, poses with his quitar in front of a wall in his home covered with record album covers. The 16-piece band - alll but two of the members are retired - plays for seniors and at chartiable events.

Seniors' band: Retired neurologist Dr. John Maxwell, 80, leader of Dr. John's Big Band Sound, poses with his quitar in front of a wall in his home covered with record album covers. The 16-piece band - alll but two of the members are retired - plays for seniors and at chartiable events.

Date11/5/1986
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  • Seniors' band: Retired neurologist Dr. John Maxwell, 80, leader of Dr. John's Big Band Sound, poses with his quitar in front of a wall in his home covered with record album covers. The 16-piece band - alll but two of the members are retired - plays for seniors and at chartiable events.
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