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Junior Mance
146,030 listeners
Mance began playing professionally in his early teens and left college in 1947 to join Gene Ammons' band, where he began his recording… read moreMance began playing professionally in his early teens and left college in 1947 to join Gene Ammons' band, where he began his recording career. Mance also worked with Lester Young before being drafted into the U.S. Army in 1951. In t… read moreMance began playing professionally in his early teens and left college in 1947 to join Gene Ammons' band, where he began his recording career. Mance also worked with Lester Young before being drafted into the U.S. Army in 1951. In the 36th Army Band, he served with another notable Jazz music… read more
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Billy Taylor
73,371 listeners
Multiple artists: A jazz pianist: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Taylor A jazz bassist: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Taylor_… read moreMultiple artists: A jazz pianist: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Taylor A jazz bassist: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Taylor_(jazz_bassist) 1. Billy Taylor (July 24, 1921 – December 28, 2010) was born in Greenville, North … read moreMultiple artists: A jazz pianist: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Taylor A jazz bassist: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Taylor_(jazz_bassist) 1. Billy Taylor (July 24, 1921 – December 28, 2010) was born in Greenville, North Carolina. Dr. Taylor, one of jazz's most influential pi… read more
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Bobby Timmons Trio
131,487 listeners
1960: Bobby Timmons - piano Sam Jones - bass Jimmy Cobb - drums 1961: Bobby Timmons - piano Ron Carter - bass Albert "Tootie" Hea… read more1960: Bobby Timmons - piano Sam Jones - bass Jimmy Cobb - drums 1961: Bobby Timmons - piano Ron Carter - bass Albert "Tootie" Heath - drums 1963: Bobby Timmons - piano Sam Jones / Ron Carter - bass Connie Kay - drums View wiki1960: Bobby Timmons - piano Sam Jones - bass Jimmy Cobb - drums 1961: Bobby Timmons - piano Ron Carter - bass Albert "Tootie" Heath - drums 1963: Bobby Timmons - piano Sam Jones / Ron Carter - bass Connie Kay - drums View wiki
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Hampton Hawes Trio
32,171 listeners
Hampton Hawes Trio Hampton Hawes (November 13, 1928 – May 22, 1977) was an American bebop and hard-bop jazz pianist, recognized as one of t… read moreHampton Hawes Trio Hampton Hawes (November 13, 1928 – May 22, 1977) was an American bebop and hard-bop jazz pianist, recognized as one of the finest and most influential of the 1950s. Hampton Barnett Hawes, Jr. was born November 13, 1928… read moreHampton Hawes Trio Hampton Hawes (November 13, 1928 – May 22, 1977) was an American bebop and hard-bop jazz pianist, recognized as one of the finest and most influential of the 1950s. Hampton Barnett Hawes, Jr. was born November 13, 1928 in Los Angeles, California. His father, Hampton Hawes, Sr.,… read more
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Bud Powell
392,296 listeners
Earl Rudolph "Bud" Powell (September 27, 1924 – July 31, 1966) was one of the most influential pianists in the history of jazz. Along with Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie he was instrumental in the development of bebop, and … read moreEarl Rudolph "Bud" Powell (September 27, 1924 – July 31, 1966) was one of the most influential pianists in the history of jazz. Along with Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie he was instrumental in the development of bebop, and his virtuosity as a pianist led many to call him "the C… read more
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Paul Bley Trio
48,882 listeners
Hyman Paul Bley, CM (November 10, 1932 - January 3, 2016) was a Canadian pianist known for his contributions to the free jazz movement of t… read moreHyman Paul Bley, CM (November 10, 1932 - January 3, 2016) was a Canadian pianist known for his contributions to the free jazz movement of the 1960s as well as his innovations and influence on trio playing. Bley was a long-time resident o… read moreHyman Paul Bley, CM (November 10, 1932 - January 3, 2016) was a Canadian pianist known for his contributions to the free jazz movement of the 1960s as well as his innovations and influence on trio playing. Bley was a long-time resident of the United States. His music characteristically featured s… read more
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Jaki Byard
28,981 listeners
Jaki (John) Byard (June 15, 1922 – February 11, 1999) was a jazz piano player and composer who also played trumpet and saxophones, among se… read moreJaki (John) Byard (June 15, 1922 – February 11, 1999) was a jazz piano player and composer who also played trumpet and saxophones, among several other instruments. He was noteworthy for his eclectic style, incorporating everything from r… read moreJaki (John) Byard (June 15, 1922 – February 11, 1999) was a jazz piano player and composer who also played trumpet and saxophones, among several other instruments. He was noteworthy for his eclectic style, incorporating everything from ragtime and stride to free jazz. Byard began playing professi… read more
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Bobby Timmons
134,094 listeners
Robert Henry "Bobby" Timmons (Philadelphia, December 19, 1935 - New York City, March 1, 1974) was an American jazz pianist and composer. He is best known for his role as sideman in Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers (1958 - 1… read moreRobert Henry "Bobby" Timmons (Philadelphia, December 19, 1935 - New York City, March 1, 1974) was an American jazz pianist and composer. He is best known for his role as sideman in Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers (1958 - 1959) and as the composer of a.o. "Moanin'", &… read more
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Kenny Drew
79,556 listeners
Kenneth Sidney (Kenny) Drew (August 28, 1928 - August 4, 1993) was an American jazz pianist. Born in New York City, New York, he first reco… read moreKenneth Sidney (Kenny) Drew (August 28, 1928 - August 4, 1993) was an American jazz pianist. Born in New York City, New York, he first recorded with Howard McGhee in 1949, and over the next two years recorded with Buddy DeFranco, Coleman… read moreKenneth Sidney (Kenny) Drew (August 28, 1928 - August 4, 1993) was an American jazz pianist. Born in New York City, New York, he first recorded with Howard McGhee in 1949, and over the next two years recorded with Buddy DeFranco, Coleman Hawkins, Milt Jackson, Charlie Parker, Buddy Rich, and Dina… read more
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Cedar Walton
83,738 listeners
Cedar Anthony Walton, Jr. (January 17, 1934 - August 19, 2013) was an American hard bop jazz pianist. Walton grew up in Dallas, Texas, also home to jazz luminaries such as Charlie Christian and Red Garland. After attending the Universit… read moreCedar Anthony Walton, Jr. (January 17, 1934 - August 19, 2013) was an American hard bop jazz pianist. Walton grew up in Dallas, Texas, also home to jazz luminaries such as Charlie Christian and Red Garland. After attending the University of Denver, Walton moved to New York in 1955. After a two y… read more