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Count Basie was a legendary jazz pianist and bandleader whose swing style transformed big band music forever. His smooth rhythms and tight arrangements made The Count Basie Orchestra one of the most influential ensembles in jazz history.
Count Basie Profile
| Born | William James Basie was born in Red Bank, New Jersey on August 21, 1904. |
| Died | April 26, 1984 |
| Key Albums | The Atomic Mr. Basie (1958), Chairman of the Board (2003), “Satch” and “Josh” (1986), Count Basie / Sarah Vaughan (1961). |
| Key Tracks | One O'Clock Jump (1966), Splanky (1958), April In Paris (1965), Jumpin' At the Woodside (1961), The Kid from Red Bank (1958), Flight of the Foo Birds (1958), Topsy (1985), Lester Leaps in (1986), Corner Pocket (1969), Lil' Darlin' (1958). |
| Grammy Record | 9 won and 20 nominated. |
