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Billy Higgins
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Drummers · 1936–2001

Billy Higgins

American jazz drummer (1936–2001)

Born
11 October 1936
Los Angeles
Died
3 May 2001
Inglewood
Country
United States
Record labels
Contemporary Records
Discography
7 albums

Biography

Billy Higgins was a jazz musician who played drum kit. Billy Higgins was born on 11 October 1936 in Los Angeles and died on 3 May 2001 in Inglewood. The music is usually filed under jazz and swing. Record labels: Contemporary Records. The discography here lists 7 albums, from “Soweto” (1979) to “¾ for Peace” (2001). Honours include NEA Jazz Masters.

Billy Higgins (October 11, 1936 – May 3, 2001) was an American jazz drummer. He played mainly free jazz and hard bop.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Soweto 1979
Once More 1980
The Soldier 1981
Bridgework 1986
The Essence 1991
Mr. Billy Higgins 1993
¾ for Peace 2001

Also plays on

Albums where Billy Higgins is credited as a sideman

1962 Takin’ Off — Herbie Hancock drums (drum set)

Awards

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Billy Higgins play?

Billy Higgins is known for playing drum kit.

When and where was Billy Higgins born?

Billy Higgins was born 11 October 1936 in Los Angeles.

What are Billy Higgins's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include Soweto (1979), Once More (1980), The Soldier (1981), Bridgework (1986) and The Essence (1991).

External links

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