John Donaldson: The Scottish Jazz Piano Virtuoso
Scottish jazz pianist renowned for his long-standing collaboration with saxophonist Ronnie Scott.Born in Aberdeen, Scotland, John Donaldson studied piano at the Royal Academy of Music in London. He rose to prominence primarily as the pianist in the Ronnie Scott Quintet from the mid-1960s, becoming a fixture at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club in Soho. Known for his exceptional technique and deep harmonic understanding, particularly in bebop and hard bop styles, Donaldson was a highly respected figure...