Advocacy, Cultural Heritage, Cultural Heritage Preservation, Jazz Landmarks

E.U. Wurlitzer Music Store

E.U. Wurlitzer was a musical instrument store located in the Watkins Building in Center City. Later under new ownership, the retail store became Music City.

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During an appearance on “The Dick Cavett Show” in 1973, Philly native Bill Cosby recounts buying a drum set and taking lessons at Wurlitzer’s. The erstwhile drummer provides a snapshot of the jazz scene back in the day.