George Wright

Born: August 28, 1920, Orland, California, USA
Died: May 10, 1998, Glendale, California, USA

American organist, possibly the most famous virtuoso of the theatre organ of the modern era.

Wright was best known for his virtuoso performances on the huge Wurlitzer theater pipe organs at the famed Fox Theater on Market Street in San Francisco and the ornate Paramount Theaters in both New York and Oakland. He was in constant demand during the 1940s, '50s and early '60s, playing at concerts and recitals around the world.

In Groups:
George Wright And His Varsity Five, George Wright And His Orchestra