Jim Beard, Steely Dan Keyboardist, Dies at 63
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variety.comThania Garcia Jim Beard, a keyboardist, producer and arranger who was playing for Steely Dan since 2008, has died due to complications from a sudden illness.
He was 63. A rep for the musician confirmed Beard’s death to Variety in a statement issued on Wednesday. Beard died in a New York hospital surrounded by loved ones.
Steely Dan also uploaded a black and white photo of Beard on their website with the statement, “It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of our friend and colleague.” Beard was born on Aug.
26, 1960, in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania. He is highly lauded for his work in the jazz community, particularly for his recordings with Wayne Shorter and John McLaughlin.
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