James Ployhar

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James D. Ployhar (September 22, 1926-January 2, 2007) was an American composer, music educator, and movie producer. James D. Ployhar is responsible for many great American songs, including the instrumental piece, "Cool Blues for Trumpets" and "Krazy Klock."

Ployhar attended Valley City State University in Valley City, North Dakota, and also orignated the Fargo Big Band All-Stars, a musical group that frequently performed in and around Fargo, North Dakota, including regular engagements at Silent Movie Night, held at the historic Fargo Theatre.

In 1994, Ployhar was one of the co-producers of the Disney film Iron Will.

Jim Ployhar died Tuesday, January 2, 2007 in Fargo, North Dakota.