Garland Wilson
Garland Lorenzo Wilson, also known as Garland Wilson, born on June 13, 1909, in
Martinsburg, West Virginia, was an American pianist known for his contributions
to boogie woogie and stride piano. He studied at Howard University and began
performing in New York City nightclubs during the 1930s. Wilson's breakthrough
came in 1932 when he accompanied singer Nina Mae McKinney on a European tour,
collaborating with various bands in England and recording singles with Nat
Gonella and Jack Payne. In Paris, he recorded with Jean Sablon, Django
Reinhardt, and Michel Warlop, including "Limeh...
