Billy Strayhorn

Billy Strayhorn (1915–1967) was an American pianist, composer and songwriter.

Also recorded as William Thomas "Billy" Strayhorn; William Strayhorn.

Overview

Recorded at birth as William Thomas Strayhorn.

Born at Dayton in 1915, died at New York City in 1967.

In detail

Billy Strayhorn studied at Westinghouse High School. the recorded working language is English.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are jazz.

Membership is recorded of The Oscar Pettiford Quartet.

Distinctions recorded are Grammy Trustees Award.

Sources

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“Billy Strayhorn”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q380626: Billy Strayhorn
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