Search results
Guarnieri joined the George Hall orchestra in 1937. He is possibly best known for his big band stints with Benny Goodman in 1939 and with Artie Shaw in 1940. Guarnieri is also noted for his embellishment and juxtaposition of jazz with classical piano, such as Scarlatti and Beethoven.
15 de abr. de 2024 · Tracklist00:00 I'd Do Anything for You02:44 Armand the Groove05:48 Body and Soul08:27 Make Believe“If you enjoyed this video, a 'like' would be great. Subscr...
9 de jul. de 2013 · The role of the pioneer is one with which Guarnieri has long been familiar. In 1940 he became the first keyboard artist to record a genuine jazz harpsichord solo, as a member of the Gramercy 5 contingent of Artie Shaw's band. Eight tunes were waxed at two sessions, the best remembered being Special Delivery Stomp and Summit Ridge ...
9 de ene. de 1985 · Johnny Guarnieri, one of the leading jazz pianists of the swing era, who played in the bands of both Benny Goodman and Artie Shaw in the early 1940's, died of a heart attack Monday at St....
Guarnieri joined the George Hall orchestra in 1937. He is perhaps best known for his big band stints with Benny Goodman in 1939 and with Artie Shaw in 1940. Guarnieri is also noted for his embellishment and juxtaposition of jazz with classical piano, such as Scarlatti and Beethoven.
Johnny Guarnieri (23 March 1917–7 January 1985) was an American virtuoso jazz and stride pianist, born in New York City, perhaps best-known for his big band stints with Benny Goodman in 1939 and with Artie Shaw [ in 1940.
American jazz and stride pianist. Born: March 23, 1917 in New York City, New York. Died: January 07, 1985 in Livingston, New Jersey. He played in High School bands, then after graduation with George hall orchestra and Mike Riley. Between 1939 - 1942 he alternated between Artie Shaw and Benny Goodman.
