George Shearing Vinyl Records: A Master of Sophisticated Jazz

George Shearing was a British-born jazz pianist who made a significant impact on the genre with his unique playing style and elegant compositions. Born in 1919, Shearing began his musical journey at an early age, learning to play piano at the tender age of three. He went on to study at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, where he honed his skills as a pianist.

Shearing's distinctive playing style, which featured a unique "locked hands" technique that allowed him to play complex chord progressions with ease, set him apart from other jazz pianists. His music was characterized by its lyricism, elegance, and sophistication, earning him a reputation as one of the greatest pianists in the history of jazz. Throughout his long and illustrious career, Shearing collaborated with some of the biggest names in jazz, including Mel Torme, Peggy Lee, and Dizzy Gillespie.

Shearing's legacy extends far beyond his own music. He was a mentor to many young musicians, including pianist Bill Mays, who has spoken highly of Shearing's influence on his playing style. Shearing's unique approach to jazz piano also inspired a new generation of pianists, such as Brad Mehldau and Keith Jarrett. Today, George Shearing remains one of the most revered figures in jazz, a true master of his craft whose music continues to inspire and delight audiences around the world.

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George Shearing - On The Sunny Side Of The Strip USA JAZZ Vinyl LP ST1416

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The George Shearing Quintet And Billy May And His Orchestra -

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The George Shearing Quintet – Strolling With George Shearing

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GEORGE SHEARING I'LL BE AROUND (79) 4 Track 7" Single Picture Sleeve MGM RECORDS

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Peggy Lee / George Shearing - Beauty And The Beat ! - LP

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Nancy Wilson with Cannonball Adderley & George Shearing by Nancy Wilson...

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George Shearing - The Best Of George Shearing - Vinyl LP

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George Shearing - It's Real George! - Vinyl Record LP

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45RPM EP RECORD THE BEST OF GEORGE SHEARING (1951-1953)

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George Shearing For You EP MGM MGMEP509 EX 1950s For You

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Nat King Cole & George Shearing Let There Be Love 4-Track EP 1962 *VG+/EX*

Nat King Cole & George Shearing Let There Be Love 4-Track EP 1962 *VG+/EX*

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George Shearing Caravan EP MGM MGMEP524 VG 1950 Caravan

George Shearing Caravan EP MGM MGMEP524 VG 1950 Caravan

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George Shearing – The Best Of George Shearing (All-Time Shearing Favorites) - LP

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George Shearing The Way We Are (Record, Vinyl) ULS-6062-P, MP-13

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The George Shearing Quintet - Satin Affair (VINYL)

The George Shearing Quintet - Satin Affair (VINYL)

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The George Shearing Quintet - Jazz Concert. UK Reissue of a 1963 Capitol LP VG+

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George Shearing Quintet Lullaby of Birdland 7" vinyl UK Mgm 4 prong label design

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Nat King Cole / George Shearing - Nat King Cole Sings / George

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Shear Brass Celebrating Sir George Shearing (Vinyl) 12" Album

Shear Brass Celebrating Sir George Shearing (Vinyl) 12" Album

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The George Shearing Quintet - Here & Now! (VINYL) mono

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George Shearing - PIANO : CJ- 400 : 1990 : German Pressing : original inner.

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George Shearing – Continental Experience Vinyl LP Record - BAP 5081

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Black Satin The George Shearing Quintet And Orchestra Vinyl LP World Record Club

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George Shearing Quintet – Jazz Concert UK 1984 RE Capitol Jazz NM/NM-

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GEORGE SHEARING QUINTET - SAN FRANCISCO SCENE - 12" VINYL in Good Condition

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The George Shearing Quintet - Satin Affair (VINYL)

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George Shearing Honeysuckle Rose 7" Capitol CL15157 EX 1960 as George Shearing Q

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CLAUDE BOLLING CONCERTO GUITAR PIANO ANGEL ROMERO GEORGE SHEARING VINYL LP

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George Shearing Quintet- Black Satin 1958 ST-858 LP EMI UK

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George Shearing - The Best Of George Shearing, 7", (Vinyl)

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Nat King Cole Sings / George Shearing Plays [Vinyl] George Shearing and Nat King

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THE GEORGE SHEARING QUINTET YOU'RE HEARING GEORGE SHEARING (313) 8 Track 10" Sin

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George Shearing - The Best Of George Shearing, 7", (Vinyl)

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George Shearing With Dakota Staton Jazz vinyl LP NM/VG+

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Strolling With George Shearing The George Shearing Quintet 1965 Records

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