Jessica Williams (musician)

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Jessica Williams
Williams in 2007
Williams in 2007
Background information
Born(1948-03-17)March 17, 1948
Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
DiedMarch 12, 2022(2022-03-12) (aged 73)
GenresJazz, Electronic
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsPiano, Synthesizers, Trap Drums, B3 Organ, Contrabass
Years active1960s–2022
LabelsRed and Blue, Candid, Concord, Maxjazz, Timeless, Hep, Jazz Focus
Websitewww.jessicawilliams.com

Jessica Jennifer Williams (March 17, 1948 – March 12, 2022) was an American jazz pianist and composer. She worked with Eddie Harris, Tony Williams, Stan Getz, Bobby Hutcherson, and Charlie Haden.

In June 1976, Williams began performing with the "Philly Joe" Jones band in New Jersey many times in the 1970s.[1]

Williams died on March 12, 2022, five days before her 74th birthday.[2]

References[change | change source]

  1. Yanow, Scott. "Jessica Williams | Biography & History | AllMusic". AllMusic. Retrieved 19 November 2016.
  2. Origin Artist: Jessica Williams. In: originarts.com, access date March 15, 2022.