Died On This Date (September 17, 1951) Jimmy Yancey / Boogie Woogie Piano Great
themusicsover Jimmy Yancey
February 20, 1894 (or 1895 or 1898) – September 17, 1951
Jimmy Yancey was a boogie-woogie jazz pianist who rose to prominence during the 1940’s. He was an early influence on rock ‘n roll and was recognized as such in 1986 when he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He also holds the distinct honor of recording, along with his wife, Estelle “Mama” Yancey, the first album ever made by Atlantic Records. Jimmy Yancey died of a stroke on September 17, 1951.
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