BillClifton(pianist)
Bill Clifton was a Canadian jazz pianist based in New York City for almost three decades. He played with many of the name bands of the swing era and accompanied some of the music industry's most noted vocalists He is remembered today as an early and important influence on the great jazz pianist Bill Evans.
- Origin
- Toronto
- Active since
- 1916
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Bill Clifton (July 6, 1916 – February 26, 1967) was a Canadian jazz pianist based in New York City for almost three decades. He played with many of the name bands of the swing era and accompanied some of the music industry's most noted vocalists. He is remembered today as an early and important influence on the great jazz pianist Bill Evans.
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Canadian jazz pianist based in New York City for almost 30 years.
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Played with many name bands of the swing era.
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Accompanied noted vocalists in the music industry.
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Early influence on jazz pianist Bill Evans.
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About the artist
Q01What is Bill Clifton's origin?+
He is from Toronto, Canada.
Q02What genre of music does Bill Clifton play?+
He plays jazz.
Q03When was Bill Clifton born?+
He was born on July 6, 1916.
Q04Who did he play with during his career?+
He played with many name bands of the swing era and accompanied noted vocalists.
Q05What is his notable influence?+
He is recognized as an early influence on jazz pianist Bill Evans.