Johnny Costa
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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 jazz legend Art Tatum,[1] Costa is best known for his work as musical director of the children's television program Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.
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Birth name | John Costanza |
Born | (1922-01-18)January 18, 1922 Arnold, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | October 11, 1996(1996-10-11) (aged 74) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Occupation(s) | Musician, music director |
Instruments | Piano, celesta, synth, accordion |
Years active | 1955–1996 |
Labels | Warner Bros. Records |
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Costa died of aplastic anemia in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on October 11, 1996, at the age of 74.[2]