Stan Kenton
Gender: Male
Birthday: 1911-12-15 - 1979-08-25
Place of Birth: Wichita, Kansas, USA
Also Known As: Stanley Newcomb Kenton, Stanley Kenton, Stan Kenton and His Orchestra
Biography
Stanley Newcomb Kenton (December 15, 1911 – August 25, 1979) was an American pianist, composer, and arranger who led a highly innovative, influential, and often controversial American jazz orchestra. In later years, he was widely active as an educator.
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Known For
1961The Mike Douglas Show
1962The Merv Griffin Show
1959Startime
1953General Electric Theater
Playboy's Penthouse
1946Talk About a Lady
Music 55
1947Let's Make Rhythm
Stan Kenton and His Orchestra
Southern Scandal
1942This Love of Mine
1977Stan Kenton: Artistry in Rhythm
1944