About John Armatage
Born 1929. John Armatage is a British jazz musician and drummer.
John Armatage (born 5 August 1929) is an English jazz swing drummer and arranger.
Armatage began professional work in 1957 when he gigged with John Chilton and then recorded, toured and made a film with Bruce Turner, the film called Living Jazz (1962). He has played with artists such as Pete Allen and Terry Lightfoot. He has done collaborative work with Pee Wee Russell.
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Who is John Armatage?
English jazz swing drummer and arranger
When was John Armatage born?
John Armatage was born on 5 August 1929 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
What is John Armatage's occupation?
John Armatage is a jazz musician and drummer.
What nationality is John Armatage?
John Armatage is British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Armatage. https://biography.guide/john-armatage/
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