Artist Spotlights
Art Tatum
1909–1956. Pianist from Toledo, Ohio, whose speed, harmonic daring, and command of the whole keyboard set the standard for jazz virtuosity.
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Soon after Art Tatum reached New York in 1932, Harlem’s stride masters tested the young pianist from Toledo at a late-night session. Hear his 1933 recording of “Tea for Two.”