Ziggy Elman was a jazz trumpeter who was active in the 1930s and 1940s. He was known for his unique style of playing, which combined elements of swing and jazz. He was also known for his collaborations with Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, and other jazz greats. Elman was an influential figure in the development of jazz trumpet playing and is remembered as one of the most important jazz trumpeters of the 20th century.