Stan Kenton

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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Awards and Honors

Critical Favorites

1982Nominee

Best Performance

Medea

1946Nominee

Best Performance

Talk About a Lady

1956Nominee

Best Performance

The Wedding in Monaco

Career Highlights

1947Highlight

Best Performance

Let's Make Rhythm

1944Highlight

Best Performance

Artistry in Rhythm