Crow, Bill, 2002 June 29
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Bill Crow (b 1927) was born in Othello, WA. He learned to play piano as a child, and he played trumpet, baritone, and sousaphone through school. He began playing with jazz musicians and learned the bass. He frequently participated in Jazz Loft jam sessions with close friend Zoot Sims.
In multiple interviews, Crow talks about his musical development and learning a range of instruments including valve trombone, drums, and saxophone, as well as his experiences playing in the Army, and his presence at the Jazz Loft. Crow also discusses working with players like Stan Getz, Zoot Sims, Al Haig and how being a part of the jazz scene drew him into writing.
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