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Erroll Garner

Jazz pianist whose tumbling, percussive, and humorous style gave rise to a remarkable breadth of expression, inspiring countless musicians.
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Album Highlights

  • Easy to Love
    Erroll Garner
    Easy to Love
  • Long Ago and Far Away
    Erroll Garner
    Long Ago and Far Away
  • Contrasts
    Erroll Garner
    Contrasts
  • Magician
    Erroll Garner
    Magician
  • 1954
    Erroll Garner
    1954
  • Mambo Moves Garner
    Erroll Garner
    Mambo Moves Garner
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  • Dinner Ambiance
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  • Day Driving
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  • Sunday Afternoon
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Erroll Garner

Erroll Garner - Artist Details

Active

1940s - 1970s

Born

June 15, 1921 in Pittsburgh, PA

Died

January 2, 1977 in Los Angeles, CA

Genre

Jazz

Styles

Bop Swing Mainstream Jazz Jazz Instrument Piano Jazz

Also Known As

Erroll Louis Garner
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