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Roger Williams (born Louis Jacob Weertz; October 1, 1924 – October 8, 2011) was an American popular music pianist.Described by the Los Angeles Times as "one of the most popular instrumentalists of the mid-20th century", and "the rare instrumental pop artist to strike a lasting commercial chord," Williams had 22 hit singles–including the chart-topping "Autumn Leaves" in 1955 and "Born Free ...
Oct 8, 2011 · Roger Williams plays on grand piano in Arizona, in 1999, during a 12-hour marathon performance. Award-winning pianist Roger Williams, who played before nine U.S. presidents and recorded dozens of ...
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Oct 9, 2011 · Oct. 8, 2011. Roger Williams, the pianist whose lush versions of familiar tunes like “Autumn Leaves” and “Born Free” became hit recordings in the 1950s and ’60s and who continued to ...
On Roger Williams’ 80th birthday, Steinway presented him with the first art case piano ever built to honor a Steinway artist, known as the “Roger Williams Limited Edition Gold Piano. ” Designed in art deco style by Joseph Sidorowicz, the piano “beautifully reflects the spirit and genius of this celebrated pianist.”
Williams was also the first recipient of Steinway's esteemed "Lifetime Achievement Award" in 1996, reaffirming his iconic status in piano performance and music. About Roger Known worldwide as “Mr. Piano,” Roger Williams was a virtuoso pianist whose sweeping, sparkling arpeggios, showy technique, and gentle easy-listening arrangements ...
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