Pianists · 1960–2024
Jim Beard
American jazz pianist (1960–2024)
- Born
- 26 August 1960
Philadelphia - Died
- 2 March 2024
New York City - Country
- United States
- Active
- 1985–2024
Biography
Jim Beard was a jazz musician who played piano and musical keyboard. Jim Beard was born on 26 August 1960 in Philadelphia and died on 2 March 2024 in New York City. The music is usually filed under jazz and crossover jazz.
James Arthur Beard (August 26, 1960 – March 2, 2024) was an American jazz pianist and keyboardist, composer, arranger and producer who worked with Steely Dan, Wayne Shorter, John McLaughlin, Pat Metheny, John Scofield, Mike Stern, Dennis Chambers, and Bob Berg, among others. First performing professionally in college alongside a bar band, Beard then became the pianist of McLaughlin's band, Mahavishnu, after moving to New York in 1985. He also produced seven albums from 1990 through 2019, and wrote several compositions for jazz artists.
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Frequently asked questions
What instrument did Jim Beard play?
Jim Beard is known for playing piano and musical keyboard.
When and where was Jim Beard born?
Jim Beard was born 26 August 1960 in Philadelphia.
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