Tony Williams

Tony Williams (December 12, 1945 - February 23, 1997) was an American jazz drummer.

Growing up in Boston, Williams began studies with master drummer Alan Dawson at an early age and began playing professionally at the age

Tony Williams (December 12, 1945 - February 23, 1997) was an American jazz drummer.

Growing up in Boston, Williams began studies with master drummer Alan Dawson at an early age and began playing professionally at the age of 13 with saxophonist Sam Rivers. Jackie McLean hired Williams at 16. Then at 17, Williams found considerable fame with Miles Davis, joining a group that was later dubbed Davis's "Second Great Quintet."