Billy Taylor Vinyl Records For Sale

Billy Taylor, a pivotal figure in the jazz scene, is celebrated for his hard bop style and as a prolific composer of over 300 songs, including the beloved "I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free." Here at The Den, we offer a selection of Billy Taylor vinyl records that captures his remarkable artistry. Browse our collection of vintage Billy Taylor LPs and discover albums on vinyl that are in stock and available now, perfect for both collectors and newcomers alike.

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Billy Taylor

Billy Taylor

Jazzhard bop
Billy Taylor was a renowned jazz pianist, composer, broadcaster, and educator, born on July 24, 1921, in Greenville, North Carolina. Throughout his illustrious career, he composed over 300 songs, with notable pieces such as "I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free" and "Take the 'A' Train." Taylor was recognized for his contributions to music and education, serving as the Robert L. Jones Distinguished Professor of Music at East Carolina University and as the artistic director for jazz at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts starting in 1994. In addition to his musical accomplishments, Taylor was a dedicated jazz activist, co-founding The Jazz Foundation of America in 1989. His talents earned him numerous accolades, including a Grammy Award and an Emmy Award. In recognition of his influence and contributions to the music scene, he was inducted into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame in 2010.
Studio albums
Billy Taylor Piano - 1945
Piano Panorama - 1951
Jazz At Storyville - 1952
Billy Taylor Trio - 1953
Cross Section - 1956
The Billy Taylor Trio with Candido - 1954
Billy Taylor Trio at Town Hall - 1954
A Touch of Taylor - 1955
Evergreens - 1956
Billy Taylor at the London House - 1956
Introduces Ira Sullivan - 1957
My Fair Lady Loves Jazz - 1957
The Billy Taylor Touch - 1957
The New Billy Taylor Trio - 1957
One for Fun - 1959
Billy Taylor with Four Flutes - 1959
Taylor Made Jazz - 1959
Uptown - 1960
Warming Up! - 1960
Interlude - 1961
Top tracks:I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free, Take the 'A' Train, My Fair Lady Loves Jazz, Jazz Alive!
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    Billy Taylor - I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be Free - VINTAGE vinyl record for sale

    Billy Taylor - I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be Free - LP

    VG+ / VG+ 1968
    $22.00 USD
    $22.00 USD

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