The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Monday 25 May 2020

Tribute Mondays: Marlowe Morris

Marlowe Morris (May 16, 1915 – May 28, 1978)

Jazz Pianist and Organist, Marlowe Morris, played with Coleman Hawkins, Al Sears, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Tiny Grimes and many others and also led a trio in the 1960's. He was much revered for his appearance in the 1944 short film, Jammin' The Blues. He died in 1978; thanks for your contribution Mr. Morris, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: Stompy Jones and Play the thing

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marlowe_Morris

Background information 
BornMay 16, 1915
New York City, New York, U.S.
DiedMay 28, 1978 (aged 63)
New York City, New York, U.S.
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsPianoHammond organ

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