Thomas "Fats" Waller was one of those rare gems who was more than a musician, he was a total entertainer. His unique style of playing combined with his wit and humor made him a pleasure to watch. He was a jazz organist, pianist, singer, composer, conductor and bandleader of small bands during the 1930's.Music Education in the News: Yamaha, makers of musical instruments, has opened a high-tech service center at Buena Park in Chicago.
This Day in Music History: 1722 - Johann Ernst Bach was born.
Photo from the Library of Congress Prints & Photographs Division, New York World-Telegram & Sun Newspaper Photograph Collection
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