Louis Bellson

Louie Bellson Louie Bellson American jazz drummer (1924–2009) Louie Bellson (born Luigi Paolino Alfredo Francesco Antonio Balassoni, July 6, 1924 – February 14, 2009), often seen in sources as Louis Bellson, although he himself preferred the spelling Louie, was an American jazz drummer. He was a composer, arranger, bandleader, and jazz educator, and is credited with pioneering the use of two bass drums.[1] Quick facts Background information, Born ... Louie Bellson From left: Louie Bellson, Cat Anderson, and Clark Terry at the Palomar Supper Club, April 19, 1952, with the Duke Ellington Orchestra; photo courtesy of Fraser MacPherson estate Background information Born Luigi Paolino Alfredo Francesco Antonio Balassoni (1924-07-06)July 6, 1924 Rock Falls, Illinois Died February 14, 2009(2009-02-14) (aged 84)…

GENRES: Jazz, Drums, Composer