Teddy Wilson

Teddy Wilson
Born: Nov 24, 1912 in Austin, TX
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Died: Jul 31, 1986 in New Britain, CT
Genre: Jazz
Styles: Swing, Big Band, Mainstream Jazz
Biography: Teddy Wilson was the definitive swing pianist, a solid and impeccable soloist whose smooth and steady style was more accessible to the general public than Earl Hines or Art Tatum. He picked up early experience playing with Speed Webb in 1929 and appearing on some Louis Armstrong recordings in 1933. Discovered ...Read full biography
With Billie In Mind
Released: 1972
Label: IODA
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The concept seemed so logical that it was surprising that no one else had thought of it earlier. Producer Hank O'Neal suggested to the veteran swing pianist Teddy Wilson that he record a set of Billie ...Read full review
Teddy Wilson Featuring Billie Holiday
Released: 1949
Label: Columbia
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