Teddy Wilson
Theodore Shaw Wilson (November 24, 1912 – July 31, 1986) was an American jazz pianist. Described by critic Scott Yanow as “the definitive swing pianist”, Wilson’s piano style was gentle, elegant, and virtuosic. His style was highly influenced by Earl Hines and Art Tatum. His work was featured on the records of many of the biggest names in jazz, including Louis Armstrong, Lena Horne, Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday, and Ella Fitzgerald. With Goodman, he was one of the first black musicians to perform prominently alongside white musicians In addition to his extensive work as a sideman, Wilson also led his own groups and recording sessions from the late 1920s to the 1980s..
MHR2637574 Teddy Wilson and Baroness Pannonica 'Nica' de Koenigswarter, Stork Room, London, UK, 1955 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Pianist Teddy Wilson and Baroness Pannonica 'Nica' de Koenigswarter (1913--88) (born Rothschild) Nica supported and write a book about jazz musicians; Thelonius Monk wrote his composition 'Pannonica' for her.
Theodore Shaw "Teddy" Wilson (1912–86): American jazz pianist. Wilson's sophisticated and elegant style was featured on the records of many of the biggest names in jazz. He was one of the first black musicians to appear prominently with white musicians. In addition to his extensive work as a sideman, Wilson also led his own groups and recording sessions from the late 1920s to the 1980s.); Photo © Marcus Harrison. All rights reserved 2024.
Teddy Wilson (center) and drummer Zutty Singleton in 1940.
Teddy Wilson & Ben Webster TV recording Copenhagen 1969
