Gerald Wilson

Quick Facts

Full Name	Gerald Wilson
Occupation	Composer
Date Of Birth	Sep 4, 1918(1918-09-04)
Age	106
Date Of Death	2014-09-08
Birthplace	Shelby
Country	United States
Birth City	Mississippi
Horoscope	Virgo

Gerald Wilson Biography

Gerald Wilson is one of the most popular and richest Composer who was born on September 4, 1918 in Shelby, Mississippi, United States. An educator, multifaceted performer and musician that exploded in his time with The Jimmie Lunceford orchestra in 1939. The composition “Hi Spook” was influenced by the arrangement from “Caravan” recorded by Multi-faceted musician and educator who blossomed during his time with the Jimmie Lunceford orchestra in 1939. His composition “Hi Spook” was influenced by the version of “Caravan” recorded by Duke Ellington..

Its composition “Yard-Dog Mazurka” influenced “Intermission Riff,” His composition “Yard-Dog Mazurka” influenced “Intermission Riff,” Stan Kenton‘s classic.’s famous song.

He and his Mexican-American spouse Josefina Villasenor Wilson have three daughters: Jeri, Teri, and Nancy Jo, and one son, Anthony.

Gerald Wilson Net Worth

Gerald Wilson is one of the richest Composer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Gerald Wilson 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He composed arrangements with He wrote arrangements for Sarah Vaughan, Ray Charles, Julie London, Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington, and many others., Ray Charles, Julie London, Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington, and many more.

The school he taught was his school, the University of California, Los Angeles in which he was highly regarded, even being recognized as Professor of the Year in one instance.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Gerald Wilson Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Gerald Ranked on the list of most popular Composer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Gerald Wilson celebrates birthday on September 4 of every year.

Top Facts about Gerald Wilson

1. Gerald Wilson was an American jazz trumpeter, composer, and bandleader.
2. He was born on September 4, 1918, in Shelby, Mississippi.
3. Wilson played with many notable musicians including Duke Ellington and Count Basie.
4. He led his own big band for over six decades.
5. Wilson composed and arranged music for film and television soundtracks.
6. His album “New York, New Sound” won a Grammy Award in 2003.
7. Wilson received numerous honors including the NEA Jazz Masters Fellowship.
8. He taught at various universities and mentored young musicians throughout his career.
9. Wilson’s style blended elements of swing, bebop, and Latin jazz.
10. He passed away on September 8, 2014, leaving behind a rich musical legacy.

Why is Gerald Wilson important?

Gerald Wilson’s use of multiple harmonies was a hallmark of his big bands, earning him a reputation as a leading composer and arranger. His band was one of the greats in jazz, leaning heavily on the blues but integrating other styles.

What did Gerald Wilson do?

Gerald Stanley Wilson (September 4, 1918 – September 8, 2014) was an American jazz trumpeter, big band bandleader, composer, arranger, and educator.

Where was Gerald Wilson born?

Shelby, MS