Died On This Date (December 4, 2009) Paul Bryant / L.A. Jazz Keyboardist
themusicsover Paul Bryant
September 22, 1933 – December 4, 2009
Paul Bryant was a respected jazz keyboardist who played a key role in the development of the west coast jazz sound. His talent earned him the nickname of the “Central Avenue Kid.” L.A.’s Central Avenue was the epicenter of the local jazz scene during the ’50s and ’60s. Over the course of his career, he released eight albums on such respected labels as Pacific Jazz, and toured the world. On December 4, 2009, Paul Bryant passed away at the age of 76.