Claude Williamson

Claude Williamson was a talented jazz pianist known for his work in the cool jazz and West Coast jazz scenes. He gained prominence in the 1950s, performing with various notable musicians and leading his own trio. Williamson's style was characterized by his technical proficiency and his ability to blend bebop influences with the smoother West Coast sound.

Williamson recorded several albums as a leader and was also featured on recordings with other jazz luminaries. His work with Stan Kenton's orchestra helped establish him as a respected figure in the jazz world. While not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Claude Williamson made significant contributions to the development of West Coast jazz piano.

Genres

Hard Bop

Cool Jazz

Jazz

Bebop

Swing

Big Band

West Coast Jazz

Mainstream Jazz

Piano Jazz

Related Artists

Dave Brubeck

Bill Evans

André Previn

Miles Davis

John Coltrane

Oscar Peterson

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Erroll Garner

Red Garland

Wynton Kelly

Russ Freeman

Gerry Mulligan

Latest Release

Kenton Jazz Presents Claude Williamson

Claude Williamson

Album - 8 Tracks - Released January 24, 2025