James Kleeman

Oral History Information

Interview Date
Birth Date
Deceased Date
Job Title
Former President
Company Name
Karnes Music
Tags
NAMM Board of Directors-Interviewed, Music Retail, Band and Orchestra, Band Directors, Deceased, NAMM Former Chair

James Kleeman was called the “Professor” around the NAMM headquarters. He was thought of respectfully for his role in establishing NAMM’s professional development department. While serving as NAMM’s President from 1983-1985, Jim played a significant role in establishing the way NAMM served its members. Jim was a music educator and owner of Karnes Music in Illinois. He was the second person interviewed for the NAMM Oral History program back on July 19, 2000. James Kleeman passed away on September 18, 2000.