Bill Douglass | |
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| Born | February 28, 1923 Sherman, Texas, United States |
| Died | December 19, 1994 Age 71 |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument | Drums |
| Formerly of | June Christy, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne, Ben Webster |
William Douglass (February 28, 1923 – December 19, 1994) was an American jazz drummer born in Sherman, Texas. Douglass relocated to Los Angeles when he was six months old,[1] becoming in his adulthood a popular Los Angeles musician who worked shows and sessions.[2] Douglass provided drums for notable instrumentalists such as Benny Goodman and Ben Webster, as well as providing backing for vocalists such as Lena Horne and June Christy.[2] He was also known for his work in the American Federation of Musicians, where he was an active proponent of desegregation.[1] He held offices in local unions both before and after their racial integration.[1]