About Johnny Williams
Lived 1929 – 2018 (aged 89). Johnny Williams was an American musician and pianist.
John Thomas Williams (January 28, 1929 – December 2018) was an American jazz pianist.
Early life Williams was born in Windsor, Vermont on January 28, 1929. He began playing piano aged eight and joined a local ensemble at twelve; he also learned organ, and performed in church as a teenager. The follow-up was also a trio record, with various other musicians, and was made in 1955. and he recorded two albums in the 1990s. or 15, 2018.
Playing style Williams was "strongly influenced by Bud Powell and Horace Silver".
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Johnny Williams?
American musician and pianist (1929–2018)
When was Johnny Williams born?
Johnny Williams was born on 28 January 1929 in Windsor.
When did Johnny Williams die?
Johnny Williams died on 15 December 2018 in Wilmington.
What was Johnny Williams's occupation?
Johnny Williams was a musician and pianist.
What nationality was Johnny Williams?
Johnny Williams was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Williams (pianist)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny Williams. https://biography.guide/johnny-williams-musician-1929/
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