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Teddy Wilson

Austin, United States • 1912-11-24 – 1986-07-31

Teddy Wilson is credited on 2,682 releases across 721 albums tracked on Gatefold, active 1950–2025 — the collector-built map of who actually made the music.

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2,682

Pressings credited

721

Albums

8

Decades active

100

In collections

Biography

Theodore Shaw Wilson (November 24, 1912 – July 31, 1986) was an American jazz pianist. Described by critic Scott Yanow as "the definitive swing pianist", Wilson's piano style was gentle, elegant, and virtuosic. His style was highly influenced by Earl Hines and Art Tatum. His work 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 perform prominently alongside 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.

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2,682 releases · 721 albums · active 1950–2025

  • Performance · 4,473
  • Other credits · 119

Studios: Carnegie Hall · Chappell Recording Studios · WOR Studios · Radio Recorders

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