Kim Hutchcroft

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Early life

Hutchcroft was born in Middletown, Iowa and received a musical education, studying first at the University of Iowa and then at the University of Indiana.

While at the University of Indiana, Hutchcroft met Jerry Hey and Larry Williams and the three musicians eventually formed the Seawind Horns band, performing shows in Hawaii. [1] [2]

Discography

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References

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  2. "Interview: Pauline Wilson Traces The History of Seawind". Aloha Got Soul. Retrieved January 31, 2023.
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