name

Willie Smith ("The Lion"), Piano

dates

11/25/1887-4/18/1973

birth place

Goshen, NY

description

Quintessential stride player he influenced many, including Duke Ellington, who counted him as a major mentor.

hot disc

Willie "The Lion" Smith 1938-1940

more info

http://www.redhotjazz.com/THELION.html