Harold Jones (drummer)
Harold Jones (born February 27, 1940) is an American traditional pop and jazz drummer who is best known as the drummer for Tony Bennett and for his five years with the Count Basie Orchestra.
Harold Jones | |
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Performing at the White House in 1962 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | February 27, 1940 Richmond, Indiana, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz, traditional pop, swing |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Drums |
| Years active | 1950s–present |
In a career spanning six decades, Jones has toured and recorded with Frank Sinatra, Duke Ellington, Oscar Peterson, Herbie Hancock, B.B. King, Ray Charles and Tony Bennett. He has also played with major symphony orchestras, including those in Boston, Atlanta, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Vienna.
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