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James Fletcher Hamilton Henderson (December 18, 1897 – December 29, 1952) [1] was an American pianist, bandleader, arranger and composer, important in the development of big band jazz and swing music.
Fletcher Henderson (born December 18, 1897, Cuthbert, Georgia, U.S.—died December 29, 1952, New York City, New York) was an American musical arranger, bandleader, and pianist who was a leading pioneer in the sound, style, and instrumentation of big band jazz.
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Dec 19, 2007 · Bandleader, arranger and pianist Fletcher Henderson is one of the most influential — and yet least-known — jazz masters. During his orchestra's peak years in the 1920s and '30s,...
Dec 20, 2005 · Fletcher Henderson, a performer, arranger, and bandleader, became a popular and influential figure in big band and swing music during the 1920s. The Georgia native is credited with forming the first big band orchestra around 1920 in New York City.
Jun 11, 2018 · Fletcher Henderson, a figure whose place in music history continues to arouse debate and critical discussion, occupied a unique position in the development of jazz.
Fletcher Henderson. Pianist, composer, and bandleader who was a pioneer of the big-band style and employed many future stars. Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1920s - 1950s. Born. December 18, 1897 in Cuthbert, GA. Died. December 29, 1952 in New York, NY. Genre. Jazz. Styles. Big Band, Early Jazz, Swing. Also Known As.
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Aug 1, 2001 · Fletcher Henderson and saxophonist Don Redman invented a mechanism for ensemble playing that fueled the initial swing craze. Henderson's innovative style is apparent on Ken Burns Jazz:...
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