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wilson somers

Born: February 28, 1955

Somers' Style Influenced by the Jazz Piano Greats

The jazz piano artistry of Wilson Somers flowered during his tenure (1986-1999) as housepianist and band leader for the former Rodney Square Club of Wilmington, Delaware. Itwas during that time that he developed his elegant style of jazz.

Somers' jazz style influences include jazz piano greats Duke Ellington,Dave Brubeck,Nat Cole andOscar Peterson.

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Somers' Work Includes Documentaryand Motion Picture Sound Tracks

In 1999, Somers was approached by Delaware film producer Sharon Kelly Baker ofTeleduction to record piano scores for documentaries on Delaware visual artists.