Artist Spotlights
James P. Johnson
1894–1955. Pianist and composer, the father of Harlem stride piano, who wrote “Carolina Shout” and “Charleston.”
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- Artist Spotlight: Art Tatum —
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.”