Erroll Garner

Erroll Garner (1921–1977) was an influential American jazz pianist and composer celebrated for his distinct swing style and romantic ballads. His most renowned composition, "Misty," became a jazz standard and was featured in the film "Play Misty for Me." A self-taught musician with a unique performance style, Garner gained recognition through seminal works such as the bestselling live album "Concert by the Sea." Despite his inability to read music, he showcased remarkable improvisational skills and maintained a significant presence in jazz from the 1940s until his death, bridging the gap between mainstream venues and concert halls.

GENRES: Rhythm & Blues, Jazz, Piano

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