Evans Bradshaw (1933 – November 17, 1978) was an American

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pianist. Born in

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, Bradshaw learned piano from an early age and was playing in his father's band by the age of 12. He moved to

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in 1958 and recorded two albums for the Riverside label.Fitzgerald, M
Evan Bradshaw leader entry
accessed August 29, 2012 Following these two albums, Bradshaw never recorded again.

Discography

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Look Out for Evans Bradshaw! ''Look Out for Evans Bradshaw!'' is the debut album by American jazz pianist Evans Bradshaw featuring tracks recorded in 1958 for the Riverside label.

'' (Riverside, 1958) *'' Pieces of Eighty-Eight'' (Riverside, 1959)

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