Paul Shaffer
publication date: Wednesday, February 25, 2009 (part of Round XXXVIII)
category: Television
clue: On two networks, this orchestra conductor has enjoyed playing well into the night.
explanation: Schaeffer was the bandleader for David Letterman's late-night talk shows on NBC and CBS. The name of the band on the latter was the CBS Orchestra. more…
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