Cootie Williams
Trumpeter Charles Williams – born July 10, 1911 in Mobile, Alabama – was better
known by his nickname Cootie. Best known as a member of Duke Ellington’s
orchestra, Williams specialized in several musical styles including traditional
American jazz, rhythm & blues, and jump blues. His musical journey began at the
age of 14 when he performed with The Young Family, a group that featured tenor
saxophonist Lester Young. Relocating to New York in 1928, he made his first
recordings with pianist James P. Johnson and played with bands led by Fletcher
Henderson and Chick Webb. In 1929, he j...
Mighty Like the BluesCootie Williams and Duke Ellington
Unknown Session
2:38
Bugle Call RagCootie Williams and Duke Ellington
The Ellington's Days
3:07
Never No Lament (Don't Get Around Much Anymore)Cootie Williams and Duke Ellington
The Ellington's Days
3:24
Do Nothin' Till You Hear from MeCharlie Parker, Cootie Williams and Bird
Bird In Time 1940 - 1947
4:16
MoonglowCootie Williams and Duke Ellington & His Orchestra
The Ellington's Days
3:07
Diga Diga DooCootie Williams and Rex Stewart
Duke Ellington's Trumpeters (1937-1940)
2:52
