Harold Danko

Background

Danko, Harold was born on June 13, 1947 in Sharon, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Michael John and Susan (Mudry) Danko.

Education

Student, Dana School Music, 1965-1969; Bachelor in Music Education cum laude, Youngstown State University, 1969; postgraduate, Juilliard School Music, 1970.

Career

Pianist, Woody Herman, United States and Canada, 1972; pianist, Chet Baker, United States, Europe and Japan, 1973-1976, 87; pianist, Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra, Europe, Canada, United States, 1976-1978; pianist, Chris Connor, Japan, 1978; pianist, Liza Minnelli, Brazil, Canada, United States, 1979; pianist, band leader, Harold Danko Trio, London, 1980; pianist, band leader, Harold Danko Trio, France, 1990; pianist, band leader, Harold Danko Quartet, since 1992; pianist, Gerry Mulligan, Europe, Canada, Mexico, United States, Israel and Japan, 1980-1987; pianist, Anita O'Day tour, Brazil, 1984; pianist, Lee Konitz, United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, 1975-1991; piano duo with Kirk Lightsey, United States, Canada and Europe, 1984-1991. President Aaychdee Music. Instructor jazz piano Jersey City State College, 1980-1985, Concordia College, Bronxville, New York, 1981-1983, Manhattan School Music, since 1984, New School, since 1990.

Works

• book

  • The illustrated keyboard series: Book One (Studio P/R jazz books for keyboard)

Membership

Served with United States Army, 1969-1972. Member American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (Popular award), American Federation Musicians.

Interests

• Avocations: humor, jogging.

Connections

Father:

Michael John Danko

Mother:

Susan (Mudry) Danko