About Bob Bates
Lived 1923 – 1981 (aged 58). Bob Bates was an American jazz musician and musician.
Bob Bates (September 1, 1923 – September 13, 1981) was an American jazz bassist.
Early life Bates was born in Pocatello, Idaho. As a youth, he played tuba, trumpet, and trombone. Jazz Goes to College (Columbia, 1954) Brubeck Time (Columbia, 1954)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Bates?
American jazz bassist (1923–1981)
When was Bob Bates born?
Bob Bates was born on 1 September 1923 in Pocatello.
When did Bob Bates die?
Bob Bates died on 13 September 1981 in San Francisco.
What was Bob Bates's occupation?
Bob Bates was a jazz musician and musician.
What nationality was Bob Bates?
Bob Bates was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bob Bates (musician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Bates. https://biography.guide/bob-bates-jazz-musician/
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