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Gerald John Granelli (December 30, 1940 – July 20, 2021) was an American-Canadian jazz drummer. He was best known for playing drums on the soundtrack A Charlie Brown Christmas with the Vince Guaraldi Trio.
In a career spanning seven decades, Jerry performed with jazz and pop luminaries worldwide, made countless recordings (including the quadruple platinum A Charlie Brown Christmas), and was a pioneer in the 60s free music scene.
Learn about the life and work of drummer Jerry Granelli, who played with Vince Guaraldi, Sly Stone, Mose Allison and more. Explore his musical journey from a child prodigy to a pioneer of improvisation and sound painting.
21 de jul. de 2021 · Jerry Granelli spoke these heartfelt words to a small group of musicians on July 18, as part of a workshop for the Halifax Jazz Festival. The legendary drummer died just a few days later on July...
22 de jul. de 2021 · Jerry Granelli, a drummer whose credits include his work on A Charlie Brown Christmas as a member of the Vince Guaraldi Trio, died at his home in Halifax on Tuesday, CBC Music...
21 de jul. de 2021 · Jerry Granelli was a jazz drummer best known for playing in the Vince Guaraldi Trio for the classic TV special “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Died: July 20,...
Jerry Granelli (born December 30, 1940, San Francisco, California, USA – died July 20, 2021, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada) was an American-born Canadian jazz drummer.
