Johnny Costa

Johnny Costa
Background information
Born
John Costanza

(1922-01-18)January 18, 1922
Arnold, Pennsylvania, U.S.
DiedOctober 11, 1996(1996-10-11) (aged 74)
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.
GenresJazz
OccupationsMusician, music director
InstrumentsPiano, celesta, synth, accordion
Years active1929–1996
LabelWarner Bros. Records
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Johnny Costa (born John Costanza; January 18, 1922 – October 11, 1996) was an American jazz pianist. Given the title "The White Art Tatum" by fellow jazz pianist Art Tatum, Costa is best known for his work as musical director of the children's television series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.

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