Ernie Wilkins was born on July 20, 1919 in Missouri. Jazz composer and arranger who is known for his collaborations with
Count Basie. He formed the Almost Big Band in Denmark during his final years.
Ernie Wilkins is a member of Saxophonist
💰Ernie Wilkins Net worth: 20 Million
Some Ernie Wilkins images
About
Jazz Composer and arranger who is known for his collaborations with Count Basie. He formed the Almost Big Band in Denmark during his final years.
Before Fame
He started off his musical career by performing with a military band and then played with one of Earl Hines's big bands.
Trivia
His orchestral arrangements on Alice Clark's 1972 album are considered to be legendary.
Family Life
His wife Jenny inspired him to start the Almost Big Band in Copenhagen.
Associated With
Wilkins collaborated with Clark Terry after his first wave of success as a musician.
