As per our current Database, Gerald Wilson has been died on Sep 8, 2014 (age 96).
When Gerald Wilson die, Gerald Wilson was 96 years old.
| Popular As | Gerald Wilson |
| Occupation | Composer |
| Age | 96 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Born | September 4, 1918 (Mississippi) |
| Birthday | September 4 |
| Town/City | Mississippi |
| Nationality | Mississippi |
Gerald Wilson’s zodiac sign is Virgo. According to astrologers, Virgos are always paying attention to the smallest details and their deep sense of humanity makes them one of the most careful signs of the zodiac. Their methodical approach to life ensures that nothing is left to chance, and although they are often tender, their heart might be closed for the outer world. This is a sign often misunderstood, not because they lack the ability to express, but because they won’t accept their feelings as valid, true, or even relevant when opposed to reason. The symbolism behind the name speaks well of their nature, born with a feeling they are experiencing everything for the first time.
Gerald Wilson was born in the Year of the Horse. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Horse love to roam free. They’re energetic, self-reliant, money-wise, and they enjoy traveling, love and intimacy. They’re great at seducing, sharp-witted, impatient and sometimes seen as a drifter. Compatible with Dog or Tiger.
Multi-faceted musician and educator who blossomed during his time with the Jimmie Lunceford orchestra in 1939. His composition "Hi Spook" was influenced by the version of "Caravan" recorded by Duke Ellington.
He wrote arrangements for Sarah Vaughan, Ray Charles, Julie London, Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington, and many others.
He taught at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he was highly respected, being named Teacher of the Year at one point.
He and his Mexican-American wife Josefina Villasenor Wilson had three daughters, Jeri, Teri, and Nancy Jo, and one son, Anthony.
His composition "Yard-Dog Mazurka" influenced "Intermission Riff," Stan Kenton's classic.
