Elmo Hope
A pioneering bebop and hard bop pianist and composer, Elmo Hope had a strong
career as a sideman and as a leader, although his associations with more
prominent figures often prevented him from becoming a star in his own right.
Born on June 27, 1923, in New York City, Hope experienced several career
disruptions in his brief life, the first coming when he was shot by police at
age 17. He also departed to join the army during World War II, after which he
eased back into music by playing with R&B acts before fully committing to jazz.
Hope emerged on the jazz scene in the early 195...
I'm in the Mood for LoveElmo Hope
Polka Dots and MoonbeamsElmo Hope
Like Someone in LoveElmo Hope and Elmo Hope Trio
Sweet And LovelyElmo Hope
Like Someone in LoveElmo Hope
When Johnny Comes Marching Home
Elmo HopeI'm in the Mood for LoveElmo Hope
Ultimate Jazz Masters '53 - '61
4:07
Polka Dots and MoonbeamsElmo Hope
Like Someone in LoveElmo Hope and Elmo Hope Trio
Elmo Hope Trio
7:28
Sweet And LovelyElmo Hope
2:57
Like Someone in LoveElmo Hope
Ultimate Jazz Masters '53 - '61
7:32
When Johnny Comes Marching Home
Elmo HopeHope-Full
5:02
