Honoring Art Tatum, One of the Greatest Improv Pianist in Jazz History | Toledo Stories | Full Film

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One of the greatest improvisers in jazz history, Art Tatum also set the standard for technical dexterity with his classic 1933 recording of ''Tea for Two." Nearly blind, Tatum's artistic vision and ability made him an icon of jazz piano; a musician whose impact will be felt for generations to come.
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[@jesserussell7242]

What a genius Art Tatum was I love his music being a big fan of his music that I am I love his songs including Tiger rag Tatum Paul boogie lions all the clouds were all the way along with so many others and I also love the song that he wrote called the shout which is a great song.

[@johnsononey]

The greatest piano player .. ever . Geniuses are always misunderstood
thank for the upload .

[@WGTEPublicMedia]

Thanks for watching!

[@bobdillaber1195]

Wonderful storytelling! I didn't know all those things about him.

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Thanks for watching!