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Sonny Greer, 1943. William Alexander „Sonny“ Greer (* 13. Dezember 1895 in Long Branch, New Jersey; † 23. März 1982) war ein US-amerikanischer Jazz - Schlagzeuger in der Band von Duke Ellington . Leben und Werk.
William Alexander " Sonny " Greer (December 13, c. 1895 – March 23, 1982) [1] was an American jazz drummer and vocalist, best known for his work with Duke Ellington . Biography. Greer was born in Long Branch, New Jersey, United States, [1] and studied drums with vaudeville drummer J. Rosemond Johnson.
The Duke’s Men, der Titel der Kompilation, stammt zwar von Columbia Records, doch bereits 1944 legte Sonny Greer unter der Bandbezeichnung Sonny Greer and The Duke's Men die 78er Mood Indigo/The Mooche bei Capitol Records vor.
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December 13, 1895 - March 23, 1982. Sonny Greer. He was never the greatest timekeeper, but Sonny Greer was perfect for Duke Ellington's Orchestra, adding color and class to the rhythm section. Born Dec 13, 1895 in Long Beach, NJ, Sonny Greer was with Duke Ellington's Orchestra during 1924-51.
3. Nov. 2017 · Heroes #6: William ‘Sonny’ Greer, 1895-1982 | Drums In The Twenties. November 3, 2017 / Bally. “We were a pretty wild bunch in those days, myself in particular” – Sonny Greer. KEY RECORDINGS: With DUKE ELLINGTON AND HIS KENTUCKY CLUB ORCH. / WASHINGTONIANS, 1924-30.
24. Feb. 2021 · JAZZ MUSICIAN OF THE DAY Sonny Greer. Sonny Greer - drums, recording artist, bandleader (1895-1982) Despite the fact that he was an important member of one of the most famous bands in the history of jazz, and during its finest period... more . Website | Videos | Articles . Join Sonny Greer's fan network
4. Apr. 1982 · Talk story about jazz drummer Sonny Greer, who died a week or so ago at the age of seventy-eight. Greer was a co-founder of the Duke Ellington band, in the early twenties, and remained...
