The Rondelle55 Chronicles

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  

  
  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Art_Tatum 
Background information
Birth nameArthur Tatum, Jr.
BornOctober 13, 1908
Toledo, Ohio, United States
DiedNovember 5, 1956 (aged 47)
Los Angeles, California, United States
GenresJazz, stride
OccupationsJazz pianist
InstrumentsPiano
Years active1927–1956
LabelsStinson, Verve, Folkways

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