Jimmy Yancey

Quick Facts

Full Name	Jimmy Yancey
Occupation	Pianist
Date Of Birth	Feb 20, 1894(1894-02-20)
Age	130
Date Of Death	1951-09-17
Birthplace	Chicago
Country	United States
Birth City	Illinois
Horoscope	Aquarius

Jimmy Yancey Biography

Jimmy Yancey is one of the most popular and richest Pianist who was born on February 20, 1894 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. American Boogie-woogie pianist, who was the pioneer of style piano playing that was rapid in the early 20th century.

His exciting piano playing has inspired future artists such as His vibrant piano playing inspired future artists like Albert Ammons…

His sister, Alonzo is also an accomplished pianist. His partner Estelle was a vocalist.

Jimmy Yancey Net Worth

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

He began performing with his father, who was a guitarist, when he was a kid.

He was admitted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Facts & Trivia

Jimmy Ranked on the list of most popular Pianist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Jimmy Yancey celebrates birthday on February 20 of every year.

Top Facts about Jimmy Yancey

1. Jimmy Yancey was born in Chicago in 1898.
2. He was a self-taught pianist and composer.
3. Yancey’s style blended blues, boogie-woogie, and jazz.
4. His most famous composition is “Yancey Special.”
5. Yancey played with notable musicians such as Louis Armstrong.
6. He recorded over 100 tracks during his career.
7. Yancey influenced many later pianists including Meade Lux Lewis.
8. He died in 1951 at the age of 53.
9. Yancey was posthumously inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame.
10. His music continues to be celebrated and studied today.

Who was Jimmy Yancey?

Jimmy Yancey, byname of James Edward Yancey, (born February 20, 1898?, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.—died September 17, 1951, Chicago), American blues pianist who established the boogie-woogie style with slow, steady, simple left-hand bass patterns.

Where was Jimmy Yancey born?

Chicago, IL

What instruments did Jimmy Yancey play?

Jimmy Yancey
Instruments| Piano
Years active| 1939–1950
Labels| Atlantic