Albums by Willie "The Lion" Smith
Artist Biography
Performing from the 1910s through the 1960s, Willie "The Lion" Smith was one of the great Harlem stride pianists, a contemporary of James P. Johnson and Fats Waller, and a man who understood the importance of style. An irrepressible raconteur, he delivered his pianistic and personal charms in worldwide performance until well into his late 60s.
Hometown
Goshen, NY, United States
Genre
Jazz