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Cootie Williams was an American jazz, jump blues, and rhythm and blues trumpeter who played with Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman. He was known for his "jungle" style, his plunger mute, and his song "Cowpox Boogie".
The very first recording of Thelonious Monk's most famous standard, performed by Cootie Williams and his orchestra on August 22, 1944.
Whether playing the muted colourful compositions of Ellington, or playing in the full-throated manner that reflected his admiration for Louis Armstrong, the distinctive trumpet playing of Cootie Williams remains one of the lasting joys of jazz.
Cootie Williams fue uno de los maestros de la sordina «wa wa» con la trompeta, con la que lograba mantener un sonido punzante y emotivo como se puede comprobar escuchando el disco de Duke Ellington en Newport en 1956, cuando levantó al público de los asientos en varias ocasiones.
10 de jul. de 2024 · Learn about the life and career of Cootie Williams, one of the most versatile and influential trumpeters in jazz history. From his early days with Duke Ellington to his forays into rhythm and blues, Williams left an indelible mark on the world of music.
Cootie Williams (tp, vo) Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson (as, vo) Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis (ts) Bud Powell (p) Norman Keenan (b) Sylvester "Vess" Payne (d) NYC, Januar...
A full, rich-toned jazz trumpeter who played with top bands such as Duke Ellington, Lionel Hampton and Benny Goodman. Read Full Biography.
