Strayhorn
William (“Billy”) 1915–67, U.S. jazz pianist and composer: collaborator with Duke Ellington.
noun
Billy, full name William Strayhorn. 1915–67, US jazz composer and pianist, noted esp for his association (1939–67) with Duke Ellington
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