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James George Hunter (August 19, 1918 – May 28, 1996), known professionally as Jimmy Rowles (sometimes spelled Jimmie Rowles), was an American jazz pianist, vocalist, and composer. As a bandleader and accompanist, he explored multiple styles including swing and cool jazz.
Mar 22, 2021 · Here are ten tracks to show some of the many facets of this true jazz individual: 1) Day In, Day Out – Billie Holiday, from Songs for Distingué Lovers (1957) Rowles accompanied Billie Holiday on some of her best late studio sessions, such as this one for Norman Granz’s Verve label in 1957.
Aug 25, 2023 · Jimmy Rowles was a master jazz pianist and a five-time Grammy nominee who played with Billie Holiday, Ben Webster and others. He composed several jazz pieces, including "The Peacocks", and was known for his imaginative and lyrical style.
May 28, 1996 · A brilliantly talented and respected jazz pianist, with deft touch and an endless supply of ideas. Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1940s - 1980s. Born. August 19, 1918 in Spokane, WA. Died. May 28, 1996 in Burbank, CA.
Aug 18, 2017 · Tomorrow is Jimmy Rowles's 99th birthday anniversary. The Spokane, Washington, native was quirky, unpredictable, and utterly compelling, making even the most hackneyed standard sound fresh, alive, and better than you'd remembered it.
- Tom Reney
Aug 19, 2023 · Born one hundred and five years ago today on August 19, 1918, in Spokane, Washington, James George Hunter, later known as Jimmy Rowles, was destined to make an indelible mark on the world of jazz. During his freshman year at Gonzaga College, he began playing the piano.
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Learn about Jimmy Rowles, a jazz pianist and composer who worked with many legends such as Benny Goodman, Woody Herman, Peggy Lee and Billie Holiday. Find out his career highlights, albums and awards on Jazz Info.
