Sonny Greer
Sonny Greer | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | William Alexander Greer |
| Born | December 13, 1895 Long Branch, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Died | March 23, 1982 (aged 86) New York City, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instruments | |
| Years active | 1910–1966 |
| Formerly of | Elmer Snowden, Duke Ellington, Washingtonians |
William Alexander "Sonny" Greer (December 13, c. 1895 – March 23, 1982) was an American jazz drummer and vocalist, best known for his work with Duke Ellington.