Billy Mayerl date of birth:
May 31, 1902
How old was Billy Mayerl when died?
56
When did Billy Mayerl die?
March 25, 1959
What is Billy Mayerl nationality?
British
What instruments does Billy Mayerl play?
Piano
Short Biography
William Joseph Mayerl known as Billy Mayerl (May 31, 1902 – March 25, 1959) was an English pianist and composer who built a career in music hall and musical theatre and became an acknowledged master of light music. Best known for his syncopated novelty piano solos, he wrote over 300 piano pieces, many of which were named after flowers and trees, including his best-known composition, Marigold (1927). He also ran the successful School of Syncopation for whose members he published hundreds of his own arrangements of popular songs.