Billy Strayhorn
Billy Strayhorn
William Thomas "Billy" Strayhornwas an American jazz composer, pianist, lyricist, and arranger, best known for his successful collaboration with bandleader and composer Duke Ellington, lasting nearly three decades. His compositions include "Take the 'A' Train", "Chelsea Bridge", "A Flower Is A Lovesome Thing", and "Lush Life"...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionPianist
Date of Birth29 November 1915
CityDayton, OH
CountryUnited States of America