A technically proficient pianist, Knocky Parker spent most of his career playing pre-swing jazz in settings ranging from inspired to a bit corny. Parker picked up much of his early experience playing Read Full Biography. Biography ↓ Discography ↓ Songs ↓ Credits ↓.

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Knocky Parker (August 8, , Palmer, Texas – September 3, , Los Angeles, California), born John William Parker, II, was an American jazz pianist. He played primarily ragtime and Dixieland jazz.. A native of Texas, Parker played in the Western swing bands The Wanderers () and the Light Crust Doughboys (–39) before serving in the military during World .

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