Background
Coates, Donald Denison was born on March 23, 1935 in Orange, New Jersey, United States. Son of Charles B. and Rose (Kudner) Coates.
Coates, Donald Denison was born on March 23, 1935 in Orange, New Jersey, United States. Son of Charles B. and Rose (Kudner) Coates.
Student, Williams College, 1953-1957.
Freelance jazz pianist with various bands including Jack Teagarden, Wild Bill Davison, Newport Jazz Festival All Stars, Eddie Condon, Roy Eldridge, 1960-1982. Solo pianist at Windows on the World, Waldorf Astoria, others, New York City. Accompanist for numerous vocalists including Maxine Sullivan, since 1980.
Music advisor Entertainment Development Network, 1987.
Member American Federation Musicians.
Married Jacqueline Dorsey, May 26, 1961 (divorced 1977). 1 child, Diane L.; married Dorothy Hering, June 26, 1988.