Biography
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Born
1 October 1918
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Born In
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States
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Died
25 July 2013 (aged 94)
Bob Acri has been recognized as one of the most versatile and talented pianists in America. His career has encompassed playing with big bands (Buddy Rich, Harry James, Woody Herman), accompanying great vocalists like Lena Horne, Mike Douglas, Ella Fitzgerald, Barbara Streisand in addition to his recording and broadcast work for NBC, CBS and WGN Studios.
His programs often include his own compositions that have been recorded and performed by artists internationally as well as Broadway show tunes, jazz or the great classics.
Bob's song "Sleep Away" is now included in the new Windows 7 operating system from Microsoft.
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