South Los Angeles in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
The Downbeat Club
Historic Central Avenue Jazz Corridor
— 4201 Central Avenue —
Photographed By Richard E. Miller, December 10, 2011
1. The Downbeat Club Marker
The Down Beat was part of what was known during the War years as “Little Harlem”. It was a popular destination for Hollywood celebrities and the upper-class residents of Beverly Hills. Buddy Collete created his Stars of Swing in 1946 at the Down Beat. The show featured Collette on saxophone and clarinet, Charles Mingus (bass), John Anderson (trumpet), Oscar Bradley (drums), Spaulding Givens (piano), Lucky Thompson (tenor saxophone), and Britt Woodman (trombone).
Erected by City of Los Angeles.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment. A significant historical year for this entry is 1946.
Location. 34° 0.444′ N, 118° 15.395′ W. Marker is in Los Angeles, California, in Los Angeles County. It is in South Los Angeles. Marker is at the intersection of Central Avenue and 42nd Street, on the right when traveling south on Central Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4201 S Central Ave, Los Angeles CA 90011, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Dunbar Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Apex / Club Alabam (within shouting distance of this marker); Golden State Mutual (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Black Panthers in L.A.
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Photographed By Richard E. Miller, December 10, 2011
2. The Downbeat Club Marker
Photographed By Richard E. Miller, December 10, 2011
3. View from the marker site toward downtown L.A.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 24, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 1, 2012, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. This page has been viewed 1,361 times since then and 89 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 1, 2012, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
