Ernie Wilkins

About Ernie Wilkins

Birth Day: July 20, 1919
Birth Place: Missouri
Died On: Jun 5, 1999 (age 79)
Birth Sign: Cancer

Ernie Wilkins Net Worth

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.
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💰Ernie Wilkins Net worth: $20 Million

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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.