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Jimmy Wisner
p, bvoc, dr, *1931 US, Philadelphia
Musician / Songwriter / Arranger / Producer of Jazz and Pop
A.k.a. James J. Wisner Kokomo (2)
James J. "Jimmy" Wisner (born December 8, 1931) is an American pianist, arranger, songwriter, and producer. He is best known for his hit single "Asia Minor", released under the name Kokomo.Wisner received classical training as a youngster, and attended Temple University as a psychology student in the late 1950s. He formed the Jimmy Wisner Trio in 1959 with Chick Kinney on drums and Ace Tesone on bass. This ensemble backed musicians who toured through Philadelphia, including Mel Torme, Carmen McRae, Dakota Staton, and the Hi-Lo's.
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Discography
| Title | Artist | Year | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time And Space | Jimmy Wisner | 2012 | Compil. |
| Manhattan Safari | Jimmy Wisner | 1969 | Single |
| Featuring Love Theme From Romeo And Juliet | Jimmy Wisner | 1969 | Album |
| Choppin' Around / Juliet's Theme | Jimmy Wisner | 1965 | Single |
| A Walk In Space | Jimmy Wisner | 1965 | Single |
| A Quiet Boy | Jimmy Wisner | 1960 | Single |
| Two By Two | Jimmy Wisner Featuring Marilyn, Linda & Fran | Single | |
| Look To The Rainbow | Jimmy Wisner | Single | |
| Theme From Francis Of Assisi | Russel Faith, Jimmy Wisner | Single |
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