About Harry Biss
Lived 1919 – 1997 (aged 77). Harry Biss was an American jazz musician, pianist and musician.
Harry Biss (9 August 1919, New York City – 17 May 1997, Long Beach, New York) was an American jazz pianist who flourished from 1944 to 1952.
He performed and recorded with Georgie Auld, Billie Rogers, George Shaw, Herbie Fields, Buddy Rich, Brew Moore, Gene Roland, Zoot Sims, Terry Gibbs, Allen Eager, and Eddie Bert.
Discography Georgie Auld, Handicap (Musicraft, 1990) Coleman Hawkins, Rainbow Mist (Delmark, 1992) Zoot Sims, Quartets (Prestige, 1956) Cal Tjader, Terry Gibbs, Good Vibes (Savoy, 1989)
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Who was Harry Biss?
America jazz pianist (1919–1997)
When was Harry Biss born?
Harry Biss was born on 9 August 1919 in New York City.
When did Harry Biss die?
Harry Biss died on 17 May 1997 in Long Beach.
What was Harry Biss's occupation?
Harry Biss was a jazz musician, pianist and musician.
What nationality was Harry Biss?
Harry Biss was American.
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