Johnny Costa | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | John Costanza |
| Born | January 18, 1922 Arnold, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | October 11, 1996 (aged 74) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, music director |
| Instrument(s) | Piano, celesta, synth, accordion |
| Years active | 1929–1996 |
| Labels | Warner Bros. Records |
Johnny Costa (born John Costanza; January 18, 1922 – October 11, 1996) was an American jazz pianist. Given the title "The White Art Tatum" by fellow jazz pianist Art Tatum,[1] Costa is best known for his work as musical director of the children's television series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.
- ^ "Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz with Johnny Costa". Piano Jazz. January 19, 1988.