Bill Evans

Pianist

Birthday August 16, 1929

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace New Jersey

DEATH DATE Sep 15, 1980 (51)

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About

Known for his collaborations with Miles Davis in the 1980s and as a former member of the group Elements.

Before Fame

He was exposed to jazz at the Jazz Showcase in Chicago and studied artists like Dave Liebman.

Trivia

He won his second Grammy Award for his 1968 album Bill Evans at the Montreux Jazz Festival.

Family Life

He was married to Nenette Zazzara from 1973 until 1980.

Associated With

He was a part of Miles Davis' 1980s comeback on albums like The Man With the Horn.