Lionel Hampton

Lionel Hampton Lionel Hampton American jazz vibraphonist, percussionist, and bandleader (1908–2002) Lionel Leo Hampton (April 20, 1908 – August 31, 2002) was an American jazz vibraphonist, percussionist, and bandleader. He worked with jazz musicians from Teddy Wilson, Benny Goodman, and Buddy Rich, to Charlie Parker, Charles Mingus, and Quincy Jones. In 1992, he was inducted into the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame, and he was awarded the National Medal of Arts in 1996. Quick facts Background information, Born ... Lionel Hampton Hampton in 1948 Background information Born Lionel Leo Hampton (1908-04-20)April 20, 1908 Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. Died August 31, 2002(2002-08-31) (aged 94) New York City, U.S. Genres Swing big band mainstream jazz blues Occupations Musician composer bandleader Instruments Vibraphone percussion…

GENRES: Rhythm & Blues, Jazz, Drums, Vibes