Person Open DS/UK/8855 Wilson; Theodore Shaw "Teddy" (1912-1986); American jazz pianist Wilson Theodore Shaw "Teddy" 1912-1986 American jazz pianist Male

Theodore Shaw "Teddy" Wilson (24 November 1912, Austin, Texas, USA – 31 July 1986, New Britain, Connecticut, USA) was an American jazz pianist. Described by critic Scott Yanow as "the definitive swing pianist", Wilson's sophisticated and elegant style was featured on the records of many of the biggest names in jazz including Louis Armstrong, Lena Horne, Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday, and Ella Fitzgerald. With Goodman, he was one of the first black musicians to appear prominently with white musicians. In addition to his extensive work as a sideman, Wilson also led his own groups and recording sessions from the late 1920s to the 1980s. International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) 2nd edition - ICA 2004 ISBN 2-9521932-2-3 National Council on Archives, Rules for the Construction of Personal, Place and Corporate Names, 1997 Yes RAHdroberts 11/8/2013 Rachael.Fragola 3/1/2022 646d24d8-4f1d-42e2-931c-53dae44f67d6