Sheboygan County Music Wall of Fame

Ellsworth Damrow

Damrow showcasing 1988 inductees of the Sheboygan County Music Wall of Fame.

The Sheboygan County Wall of Fame

Ellsworth's Legacy

My father Ellsworth Damrow Founded the Sheboygan County Music Wall of Fame in 1988. my Dad went through a lot to make this the reality it is today. Dad fought hard for not only himself but far all musicians who have contributed the enhancement of music here in Sheboygan County. Dad passed away NOV 16, 1998. Where upon my dad’s death, my mother gave me a beautiful pen-written letter that my dad left me. Dad had left his legacy to me to carry on for him. It has been my greatest honor to do so.

We are a nonprofit organization. The cost of materials to make name plates, lettering, and header plates and plaques that are given to each individual honoree have increased. So without the businesses’ and community’s help, I will not be able to meet my financial obligations. If you or your family member have had this honor bestowed upon you, please help me to save this honor to other worthy musicians.

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Some Inductee Stories

The Chordettes

The Chordettes were an American female vocal quartet, specializing in traditional pop music. They are best known for their 1950s hit singles "Mr. Sandman" and "Lollipop", both of which sold over a million copies. The group organized in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, in 1946.

Paul Vandeweghe

• Belgium-born organist and choir director: Served at St. Clement's Catholic Church.

• Noted composer and musician: Recognized for his musical talent.

• Royal Conservatory graduate: Achieved honors from the Royal Conservatory in Antwerp, Belgium.

• Leading role in Sheboygan music: Played a significant part in local musical endeavors for 10 years.

Frank Parisi

A french horn player, Frank Parisi was a charter member of the Sheboygan Municipal Band and also played with the Sheboygan Symphony Orchestra. He also founded the Sheboygan Crum and Bugle Corps, along with the Sheboygan Youth Band. In 1972, a mayoral proclamation designated Parisi as “Mr. Music” of Sheboygan in recognition of his many contributions to area musical groups.