Peter Washington
Master Bassist
One of the most recorded jazz bassists alive, Peter Washington anchors legends and future icons alike.
About
Born August 28, 1964 in Los Angeles, Peter Washington studied English Literature at UC Berkeley while playing in both youth and university symphonies. He rose to prominence in 1986 when he joined Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, later becoming a mainstay in the Tommy Flanagan Trio and Bill Charlap Trio. Over his long career, he has appeared as a sideman on well over 350 recordings, respected for his versatility and tasteful support.
Music Style
Washington’s style blends supportively swinging time-keeping, melodic solos, and a deep foundation in hard bop and mainstream jazz traditions.
Background
- Hometown
- Los Angeles, California, USA
- Education
- University of California, Berkeley (English Literature major)
- Instruments
- bass
- Active
- 1978-present
Similar Artists
If you like Ron Carter, George Duvivier — you’ll love this artist
Notable Collaborations
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Dan Weiss Trio
Smalls
bass
Dan Weiss Trio
Smalls
bass
Jesse Davis Quartet
Smalls
bass
Jesse Davis Quartet
Smalls
bass
Jesse Davis Quartet
Smalls
bass
Jesse Davis Quartet
Smalls
bass
Champian Fulton Trio
Mezzrow
bass
Champian Fulton Trio
Mezzrow
bass
Champian Fulton Trio
Mezzrow
bass
Champian Fulton Trio
Mezzrow
bass
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