George Kleinsinger (February 13, 1914-July 28, 1982) was an American composer from San Bernardino, California, best known for his collaboration with Paul Tripp on the 1940s children's song "Tubby the Tuba". He also authored the Broadway musical, Shinbone Alley. References · [LINK: http://www.tubbythetuba.com/history.html] History of "Tubby the Tuba" at official site. Retrieved April 9, 2007. External links · 1914 births1982 deathsAmerican composersCalifornia musicians