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Saturday 17 November 2012

Jazz Greats: Art Tatum

Arthur "Art" Tatum, Jr. (October 13, 1909 – November 5, 1956)
 

   He recorded 68 Solo tracks in two days and Marveled the Jazz world with his impossible use of the Piano keys; though partially blind Art Tatum is the Greatest Pianist that ever lived. Hope it's a fun Saturday, please take a listen here: Tea for two , Aunt Hagars Blues , Elegie and Tiger rag  

  
  

Sourcehttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Art_Tatum 
Background information
Birth nameArthur Tatum, Jr.
BornOctober 13, 1908
ToledoOhioUnited States
DiedNovember 5, 1956 (aged 47)
Los AngelesCaliforniaUnited States
GenresJazzstride
OccupationsJazz pianist
InstrumentsPiano
Years active1927–1956
LabelsStinsonVerveFolkways

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