Acker Bilk
English clarinetist and vocalist
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Bernard Stanley "Acker" Bilk, MBE was an English clarinetist and vocalist known for his breathy, vibrato-rich, lower-register style, and distinctive appearance – of goatee, bowler hat and striped waistcoat.
Bilk's 1962 instrumental tune "Stranger... Wikipedia
Born: January 28, 1929, Pensford, United Kingdom
Died: November 2, 2014 (age 85 years), Royal United Hospital, Bath, United Kingdom
Albums: A Touch Of Latin, Above The Stars, Mr. Acker Bilk Requests, and more
Spouse: Jean Bilk (m. ?–2014)
Genre: Jazz
Instrument(s): Clarinet
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