Teddy Wilson, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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American pianist
Date of Birth: 24-Nov-1912
Place of Birth: Austin, Texas, United States
Date of Death: 31-Jul-1986
Profession: pianist, bandleader, jazz musician, music pedagogue
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius 
About Teddy Wilson
- Theodore Shaw Wilson (November 24, 1912 – July 31, 1986) was an American jazz pianist.
- Described by critic Scott Yanow as "the definitive swing pianist", Wilson's sophisticated and elegant style was featured on the records of many of the biggest names in jazz, including Louis Armstrong, Lena Horne, Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday, and Ella Fitzgerald.
- With Goodman, he was one of the first black musicians to appear prominently with white musicians.
- In addition to his extensive work as a sideman, Wilson also led his own groups and recording sessions from the late 1920s to the 1980s.
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