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Jay McShannJay McShann Jay McShann American blues/jazz bandleader, pianist and singer (1916–2006) James Columbus "Jay" McShann (January 12, 1916 – December 7, 2006) was an American jazz pianist, vocalist, composer, and bandleader. He led bands in Kansas City, Missouri, that included Charlie Parker, Bernard Anderson, Walter Brown, and Ben Webster. This article needs additional citations for verification. (June 2014) Quick facts Background information, Also known as ... Jay McShann McShann in a 1944 advertisement Background information Also known as Hootie Born James Columbus McShann (1916-01-12)January 12, 1916 Muskogee, Oklahoma, U.S. Died December 7, 2006(2006-12-07) (aged 90) Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. Genres Blues, swing, jazz, jump blues Occupations Musician, bandleader, composer Instruments Vocals, piano Years active 1931–2006 Labels Vee-Jay, Sackville, Black &… (Source: Wikipedia)
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