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Jimmy Blanton, Bass

dates

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b. October 05, 1918; d. July 30, 1942

birth place

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Chattanooga, TN

description

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When he joined the Ellington band his virtuous dexterity forever changed the role of the bass in jazz.

hot disc

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Duke Ellington Centennial Edition, The Complete RCA Victor Recordings

more info

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Blanton

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