The band was formed by Franz in about 1955, chosen for their high skills and love of the music.  There are several sources for more information.

Please follow the link http://www.lib.uchicago.edu/e/su/cja/Franz.html to the Chicago Jazz Archive for a more complete history and details on how to contribute to continue their fine work.

 If you are really interested in his personal history, follow www.franzjackson.com/bio.html to his personal web.