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Comment: This is written as a CV/resume and not as an article. Bobby Cohn (talk) 21:57, 20 December 2024 (UTC)

Bradley Williams is a prominent jazz pianist, composer, vocalist, and arranger based in Chicago. His career in jazz music has been extensive and varied:

Early Career and Notable Collaborations Williams began his professional journey with a significant two-year stint as pianist and arranger for Woody Herman's Thundering Herd in the mid-1980s12. This experience involved international travel and recording, providing a solid foundation for his future in jazz.

Chicago Establishment After his time with the Thundering Herd, Williams settled in Chicago, where he became a fixture in the city's jazz scene1. He gained recognition as the musical director at the legendary Gold Star Sardine Bar cabaret, showcasing his talents in a prominent local venue.

Musical Projects and Performances
The Original 21st Century Review: In 1995, Williams founded this jazz variety show, featuring seven musicians, three vocalists, and a tap dancer.
Vocal duo collaborations: Williams has collaborated in a quartet setting with various duet partners including Gingi Lahera, Petra van Nuis and his wife, Amy Jill.

Diverse Venues: His ensembles have performed at various prestigious locations in Chicago, including:
The Signature Lounge (96th floor of John Hancock Center)
Jazz Showcase
The Bop Shop
Pops for Champagne
The Plaza Tavern
Chicago Hilton and Towers Jazz Brunch
Le Piano

Recordings and Productions Williams has released several albums, including:
"The Next Sound You Hear" (1994, trio record)
"Songs for Swinging Sophisticates" (Volumes 1 and 2)
"Show Boat"
"Too Fun For Jazz" (with Gingi Lahera)
"Personality" (with Gingi Lahera)
"Revenge of the Kissing Bug" (with Petra van Nuis)
"Snow Snow Snow Snow" (with Amy Jill)
"Something's Coming" (with Amy Jill)
"Back and Forth" (with Amy Jill)
"Investigation" ( 2014, Bradley Williams and the New 21st Century Review.)
He also contributed to the soundtrack of the Chicago film "Wrigley Field: Beyond the Ivy".

International Recognition The Bradley Williams 11-piece 21st Century Review has performed at the Jerusalem Jazz Festival and in India, including shows in Mumbai and New Delhi. Williams taught a special set of courses at The Moscow School of Improvisation in 2008.

Teaching and Broadcasting Williams serves as a guest lecturer in jazz piano and jazz voice at Wheaton College Conservatory of Music and was a faculty member of the DePaul School of Music for 27 years.
He co-hosted the internationally syndicated public radio series "Words and Music," broadcast on Chicago's WFMT and various international networks.

Bradley Williams continues to be an active and respected figure in Chicago's jazz scene, with ongoing performances at venues like Le Piano.