Hank Jones Transcriptions

Biography of Hank Jones

Hank Jones was an American jazz pianist, the eldest of the famous Jones musical dynasty, whose refined and versatile playing style masterfully bridged swing and bebop, earning him a reputation for "elegant, lyrical, and impeccable" musicianship. His remarkable career included a 17-year tenure as a CBS studio musician, where he accompanied stars on television and memorably played for Marilyn Monroe's "Happy Birthday" to JFK, while also performing and recording with jazz greats from Ella Fitzgerald to Charlie Parker. Honored as an NEA Jazz Master and receiving the National Medal of Arts, his legacy as a supremely tasteful pianist and accompanist is preserved on over 60 albums as a leader and countless sessions as a sideman.