Noun
United States jazz pianist who was almost completely blind; his innovations influenced many other jazz musicians (1910-1956)
Source: WordNetHe worked for nine dollars a week as a dishwasher at Jimmie's Chicken Shack, where pianist Art Tatum performed. Source: Internet
With typical modesty, Peterson hailed Art Tatum as the greatest jazz pianist, declaring: "Musically speaking, he was and is my musical God, and I feel honored to remain one of his humbly devoted disciples." Source: Internet