Wynton Kelly

Quick Facts

Full Name	Wynton Kelly
Occupation	Pianist
Date Of Birth	Dec 2, 1931(1931-12-02)
Age	93
Date Of Death	1971-04-12
Birthplace	Brooklyn
Country	United States
Birth City	New York
Horoscope	Sagittarius

Wynton Kelly Biography

Wynton Kelly is one of the most popular and richest Pianist who was born on December 2, 1931 in Brooklyn, New York, United States. Jazz pianist who worked with the world-renowned trumpeter Jazz pianist who collaborated with renowned trumpet player, Miles Davis, during the late 1950s and early 1960s. One of his most monumental appearances was in the legendary Davis album, Kind of Blue., in the 1950s and the early 1960s. His most significant appearances was on the famous Davis album Kind of Blue.

Kelly recorded the hit 1948 track, Cornbread, with saxophonist Kelly recorded the 1948 hit song, Cornbread, with saxophonist Hal Singer..

His birthplace was New York City to Jamaican immigrants. His parents were Jamaican.

Wynton Kelly Net Worth

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

He began playing piano at just four years old. He was mostly a self-taught musician despite attending the New York’s High School of Music & Art. He was a member of numerous R&B groups and started playing professionally in the late 1940s.

He took over Red Garland as Miles Davis his primary pianist. He began the musical partnership with Davis in 1959.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Wynton Kelly Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Wynton Ranked on the list of most popular Pianist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Wynton Kelly celebrates birthday on December 2 of every year.

Top Facts about Wynton Kelly

1. Wynton Kelly was a jazz pianist born in Brooklyn, NY.
2. He played with Miles Davis on the iconic album “Kind of Blue.”
3. Kelly also worked with other jazz legends like Dizzy Gillespie and Wes Montgomery.
4. He recorded over 30 albums as a bandleader.
5. Kelly’s style blended bebop and blues influences.
6. He died at age 39 from complications related to epilepsy.
7. Kelly was known for his impeccable timing and tasteful solos.
8. His composition “Kelly Blue” is considered a jazz standard.
9. Kelly was posthumously inducted into the DownBeat Jazz Hall of Fame in 1999.
10. His legacy continues to influence modern jazz pianists today.