Pianists · 1931–2025

Gérard Badini

French jazz musician (1931–2025)

Born
16 April 1931
10ᵗʰ arrondissement of Paris
Died
25 October 2025
Équemauville
Country
France
Record labels
Black & Blue
Discography
2 albums

Biography

Gérard Badini was a jazz musician who played piano, clarinet and tenor saxophone. Gérard Badini was born on 16 April 1931 in 10ᵗʰ arrondissement of Paris and died on 25 October 2025 in Équemauville. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Black & Blue. The discography here lists 2 albums, from “Jazz in Paris: The Swing Machine” (2002) to “Mister Swing Meets Claude Debussy” (2008). Honours include Sacem Awards (1992) and (1993).

Gérard Badini (16 April 1931 – 25 October 2025), known as Mr. Swing, was a French jazz bandleader, composer, reedist and pianist.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Jazz in Paris: The Swing Machine 2002
Mister Swing Meets Claude Debussy 2008

Also plays on

Albums where Gérard Badini is credited as a sideman

Awards

  • 1992 Sacem Awards
  • 1993

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Gérard Badini play?

Gérard Badini is known for playing piano, clarinet and tenor saxophone.

When and where was Gérard Badini born?

Gérard Badini was born 16 April 1931 in 10ᵗʰ arrondissement of Paris.

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