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Earl Tims Sr., a groundbreaking local musician during the 50s and 60s, followed the music wherever it wanted to take him.
Along the way, he served his country, broke racial barriers, shared the stage with some of the brightest stars music has ever

Earl Tims Sr. , far right, at a rehearsal during his time as a member of the Four Gents. His bandmates were: Elmo Taylor (bass), Lenwood Seals (piano), Charlie Parker (drums) and Joseph Miller (trumpet).