Barry Harris

American jazz pianist and educator (1929–2021)

Barry Doyle Harris (December 15, 1929 – December 8, 2021)[1] was an American jazz pianist, bandleader, composer, arranger, and educator. He was known for his bebop style.[2]

Barry Harris
Harris in 2007
Harris in 2007
Background information
Birth nameBarry Doyle Harris
Born(1929-12-15)December 15, 1929
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
DiedDecember 8, 2021(2021-12-08) (aged 91)
North Bergen, New Jersey, U.S.
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Musician, bandleader, composer, teacher
InstrumentsPiano
Years active1950s–2021
LabelsPrestige, Riverside, Xanadu
Websitebarryharris.com

Harris died on December 8, 2021 in North Bergen, New Jersey from problems caused by COVID-19, one week before his 92nd birthday.[1]

References change

  1. 1.0 1.1 Barry Harris, beloved jazz pianist devoted to bebop, dies at 91
  2. Milkowski, Bill (1998). "Barry Harris: Young-hearted elder". Jazz Times.