Bill Barber

American musician

Born: 21 May 1920
New York City
Died: 18 June 2007
New York City
Country: United States

Biography

Bill Barber was a jazz musician who played tuba. Bill Barber was born on 21 May 1920 in New York City and died on 18 June 2007 in New York City. The music is usually filed under swing.

John William Barber (May 21, 1920 – June 18, 2007) was an American jazz tubist. He is considered by many to be the first person to play tuba in modern jazz. He recorded with Miles Davis on the albums Birth of the Cool, Sketches of Spain, and Miles Ahead.

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Albums where Bill Barber is credited as a sideman

1957	Miles Ahead — Miles Davis	tuba
1958	Porgy and Bess — Miles Davis	tuba
1960	Sketches of Spain — Miles Davis	tuba
1963	Quiet Nights — Miles Davis	tuba

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Bill Barber play?

Bill Barber is known for playing tuba.

When and where was Bill Barber born?

Bill Barber was born 21 May 1920 in New York City.

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