Count Basie
William James "Count" Basie (/ˈbeɪsi/; August 21, 1904 – April 26, 1984) was an American jazz pianist, organist, bandleader, and composer. In 1935, he formed the Count Basie Orchestra, and in 1936 took them to Chicago for a long engagement and their first recording. He led the group for almost 50 years, creating innovations like the use of two "split" tenor saxophones, emphasizing the rhythm...
William James "Count" Basie (/ˈbeɪsi/; August 21, 1904 – April 26, 1984) was an American jazz pianist, organist, bandleader, and composer. In 1935, he formed the Count Basie Orchestra, and in 1936 took them to Chicago for a long engagement and their first recording. He led the group for almost 50 years, creating innovations like the use of two "split" tenor saxophones, emphasizing the rhythm...
Known For
Cast Credits
Norman Granz’ Jazz in Montreaux presents Ella and Basie '79—"The Perfect Match"
as Sself (Piano, Conductor)
Made in Paris
as Count Basie
Cinderfella
as Count Basie
Jamboree!
as Count Basie
Crazy House
as Count Basie
Top Man
as Orchestra Leader
Stage Door Canteen
as Count Basie
Policy Man
as Count Basie
Ebony Parade
as (archive footage)
Crew Credits
Sentimental Journey
In Memory Of
Killer Diller
Original Music Composer