John Collins (jazz guitarist)
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John Collins (1913 - 2001) accompanied many Swing Era names from 1935-1950, including Art Tatum, Roy Eldridge, Billie Holiday, and Lester Young. His longest association was with Nat "King" Cole, 1951-1965. Known for his rhythm work, he soloed infrequently. Collins later taught music in the Los Angeles area.
He appears on the classic 1983 recording Jackson, Johnson, Brown & Company featuring Milt Jackson on vibes, J. J. Johnson on trombone, Ray Brown on bass, Tom Ranier on piano, drummer Roy McCurdy and Collins.
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- The Complete Jazz At the Philharmonic On Verve, 1944-49, 10 CD box set.
