About
Renowned African-American pianist and music arranger who worked on many Paramount film scores in the 1950s.
Before Fame
He started playing the piano at small bars and clubs around Portland.
Trivia
He was never given official credit on many of the films he worked on because of his race.
Family Life
He was an orphan when he was born.
Associated With
He contributed to the jazz stylings of Lena Horn, Les Hite, Frank Sinatra, and many others.
