Valerie Capers

Valerie Capers Valerie Capers African-American pianist and composer Valerie Capers (born May 24, 1935) is an American pianist and composer who is best known for her contributions in jazz.[1] Quick facts Born, Genres ... Valerie Capers Born May 24, 1935 (1935-05-24) (age 90) New York City, New York, U.S. Genres Jazz Occupation(s) Musician, composer, educator Instrument Piano Labels Atlantic, KMArts, Columbia Website www.valcapmusic.com Close Early life Capers was born in New York City to a musical family that introduced her to classical and jazz music.[1] Her father was a professional jazz pianist who was friends with Fats Waller, and her brother Bobby later played tenor sax and flute with Mongo Santamaria's Afro-Cuban band.[2] Capers has been blind since the age…

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