Billy Strayhorn

William Thomas "Billy" or "Swee'pea" Strayhorn
Piano/Composer (November 29, 1915 – May 31, 1967)
Duke Ellington's "write-hand" man; assistant arranger and pianist since 1939.
Esquire Magazine Silver Award Arranger, 1945-6.
MORE:
Billy Strayhorn official website
Billy Stayhorn: Lush Life
www.glbtq.com/arts/strayhorn_w.html
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