Fletcher Henderson, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Fletcher Henderson

American pianist, bandleader, arranger and composer

Date of Birth: 18-Dec-1897

Place of Birth: Cuthbert, Georgia, United States

Date of Death: 29-Dec-1952

Profession: composer, conductor, pianist, bandleader, jazz musician

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

James Fletcher Hamilton Henderson (December 18, 1897 – December 29, 1952) was an American pianist, bandleader, arranger and composer, important in the development of big band jazz and swing music.
He was one of the most prolific black musical arrangers and, along with Duke Ellington, is considered one of the most influential arrangers and bandleaders in jazz history.
Henderson's influence was vast.
He helped bridge the gap between the Dixieland and the swing eras.
He was often known as "Smack" Henderson (because of smacking sounds he made with his lips).