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Lance Hayward

1916 – 1991

Bermudian musician

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About Lance Hayward

Lived 1916 – 1991 (aged 75). Lance Hayward was an American pianist and jazz musician.

Lancelot Henry Stuart Hayward (17 June 1916 – 9 November 1991 ) was a jazz pianist who was born in Bermuda, where he lived until he settled in New York City at the age of 50. Blind since infancy, he received formal training in classical piano and was a self-taught jazz musician, eventually becoming one of Bermuda's best-known jazz artists. He was often the accompanist of choice for Carmen McRae, Marvin Gaye and others when they performed on the island.

Biography

Lancelot Henry Stuart Hayward In 1966, Hayward moved permanently to New York City. 1979 - award from the Bermuda for Bermudians organisation and the Ministry of Community and Cultural Affairs 1980 - awarded the Queen's Certificate and Badge of Honour 1984 - award from National Heritage Music Committee for outstanding contribution to music in Bermuda 1985 - becomes the first Bermudian to perform as a featured artist at the Bermuda Festival 1988 - Bermuda Arts Council Lifetime Achievement Award 2001 - posthumous award from Adlev Entertainment Productions presented at their first Entertainment Awards Show

Discography

Bermuda Evening (The Hayward and Hayward Vocal Ensemble; 1950) Lance Hayward at the Half Moon Hotel (1959) Lance Hayward at the Half Moon Hotel, Volume 2 (1960) A Closer Walk (1984) Hayward and Hinton (1987) Killing Me Softly (1992)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Lance Hayward?

Bermudian musician (1916-1991)

When was Lance Hayward born?

Lance Hayward was born on 17 June 1916.

When did Lance Hayward die?

Lance Hayward died on 9 November 1991 in New York City.

What was Lance Hayward's occupation?

Lance Hayward was a pianist and jazz musician.

What nationality was Lance Hayward?

Lance Hayward was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lance Hayward

· Wikidata: Q1425880

· DBpedia: Lance Hayward

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