Studied piano, trombone, drums, vibraphone and music theory while in high school. First with Teddy Hill's band (1940-41), later joined Benny Carter (1941-42). Led own band in New York prior to military service.
Studied piano, trombone, drums, vibraphone and music theory while in high school. First with Teddy Hill's band (1940-41), later joined Benny Carter (1941-42). Led own band in New York prior to military service.