David Williams (musician)

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David Williams, Elvin Jones and Ryo Kawasaki in Rochester, N.Y. 1976
David Williams, Elvin Jones and Ryo Kawasaki in Rochester, N.Y. 1976

David Williams is an American jazz double bassist. He is best known for his extensive work with Cedar Walton from 1983 on. He has also performed with a wide range of other musicians, including Roberta Flack, Elvin Jones, Vanessa Rubin, Janis Siegel, Duke Jordan, Kenny Barron, Art Pepper, Slide Hampton, and Ornette Coleman. He also frequently formed a rhythm section with the late Billy Higgins.

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