Art Tatum

Arthur Tatum, Jr. (October 13, 1909 – November 5, 1956) was a famous American jazz pianist known for his virtuosic playing and creative improvisation.

Arthur Tatum was born in Tole

Arthur Tatum, Jr. (October 13, 1909 – November 5, 1956) was a famous American jazz pianist known for his virtuosic playing and creative improvisation.

Arthur Tatum was born in Toledo, Ohio. From birth he suffered from cataracts which left him blind in one eye, and with only very limited vision in the other. He played piano from his youth, and played professionally in Ohio before moving to New York City in 1932.