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Louie Bellson (born Luigi Paolino Alfredo Francesco Antonio Balassoni, July 6, 1924 – February 14, 2009), often seen in sources as Louis Bellson, although he himself preferred the spelling Louie, was an American jazz drummer. He was a composer, arranger, bandleader, and jazz educator, and is credited with pioneering the use of two bass drums. [1]
Feb 17, 2009 · Louie Bellson, a jazz drummer and bandleader who combined remarkable instrumental virtuosity with far-ranging compositional skills, has died. He was 84. According to his wife, Francine, Bellson...
- Don Heckman
Apr 25, 2024 · Louie Bellson (born July 6, 1924, Rock Falls, Illinois, U.S.—died February 14, 2009, Los Angeles, California) was an American musician who was one of the most heralded jazz drummers, known for his taste and restraint in displaying his considerable technical skills.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Learn about Louie Bellson, a jazz and swing drummer who played with Ellington, Peterson, Basie and more. Explore his biography, music, books, awards, and centennial celebration.
Learn about the life and achievements of Louie Bellson, a legendary drummer, bandleader, composer, and author. Explore his collaborations with jazz greats, his awards and honors, his books and CDs, and his legacy website.
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Feb 17, 2009 · Louie Bellson, a virtuoso jazz drummer whose career spanned more than seven decades, has died from complications of Parkinson's disease after breaking his hip late last year. He was 84.
Feb 18, 2009 · Tue 17 Feb 2009 19.01 EST. Duke Ellington once described Louie Bellson (also known as Louis), who has died aged 84 following complications from Parkinson's disease, as "the world's greatest...
