Dick Hyman

Dick Hyman (born March 8, 1927, New York City) is an American jazz pianist/keyboardist and composer best known for his versatility with jazz piano styles. Over a 50 year career he has functioned as pianist, organist, arranger, music director, and, increasingly, as composer. His versatility in all of these areas has resulted in well over 100 albums recorded under his own name and many more in support of other artists. Dick Hyman was trained classi... more

Date of birth:

  • Mar 8, 1927 (age 82 years)

Place Musical Career Began:

Also known as:

  • Dyck Hyman,
  • Hyman, Dick
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