Mike Pingitore
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Mike Pingitore (1888–1952) was a member of Paul Whiteman's Orchestra.[1]He was the elder brother of Eugene Pingitore, also a notable banjo player who moved to Australia.[citation needed] Whiteman discovered him playing tenor banjo and he became part of the rhythm section for Paul Whiteman's band.[citation needed] Pingitore played banjo on Art Mooney's "I'm Looking Over a Four Leaf Clover," which was a number one hit on the Billboard pop chart in 1948.[2]
Recognition
Pingitore was inducted into the Four-String Banjo Hall of Fame in 2005 for his efforts and contributions as a performer.[citation needed]
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