Sunday, June 5, 2011

The passing of seventy-nine year old pianist Ray Bryant

The world of Jazz lost yet another talent on Thursday with
The passing of seventy-nine year old pianist Ray Bryant.
 
Bryant, know for having an unshakable sense of timing particularly
In his left hand has performed over the span of his career with
Jazz legends such as Miles Davis and Coleman Hawkins, as well
As singers Carmen McRae and Aretha Franklin.
 
Mr. Bryant had several hit songs early in his solo career the
First being his original blues composition "Little Susie".
 
Let's have a listen, as we remember the man and his music.
 
Recording:
 
 
 
 
 
- Lester Perkins
Jazz on the Tube
 

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