William Thomas Strayhorn (November 29, 1915 – May 31, 1967) was an American jazz composer, pianist, lyricist, and arranger, who collaborated with bandleader and composer Duke Ellington for nearly three decades. His compositions include “Take the ‘A’ Train”, “Chelsea Bridge”, “A Flower Is a Lovesome Thing”, and “Lush Life”.
instruments played
Piano
Associated Acts
Duke Ellington
Birth Name
William Thomas Strayhorn
Genres
Jazz, swing, classical
Website
Years Active
1934 1964
Name
Billy Strayhorn
Nationality
United States of America