The Snyder and Harris families, including basketball legend Magic Johnson, have recently reached an agreement on the sale of the Commanders’ record collection. This collection is one of the most important and valuable collections of early African-American music in the world.
The Commanders were an African-American vocal group from the 1940s and 1950s. They were known for their unique blend of jazz, blues, and gospel music. The group was led by brothers John and James Snyder, who were both members of the Harris family. Magic Johnson is a descendant of the Harris family, and he was instrumental in helping to broker the deal to sell the collection.
The collection includes over 500 rare 78 rpm records, as well as photographs, posters, and other memorabilia. It is estimated to be worth over $1 million. The collection was originally owned by the Snyder and Harris families, but had been in storage for decades.
The collection will be sold to a private collector, who plans to preserve it for future generations. Magic Johnson said that he was proud to be part of the deal, and that he wanted to make sure that the legacy of the Commanders was preserved for future generations.
This is an important moment for African-American music history. The Commanders’ record collection is a unique and valuable part of our musical heritage, and it is great to see it being preserved for future generations. It is also a testament to the hard work and dedication of Magic Johnson and the Snyder and Harris families in preserving this important part of our history.
