Let's make this birthday one to remember.

71 years old (Born on August 22, 1953)

Happy Birthday to the incredible Bill O'Connell—master of post-bop grooves, Latin jazz rhythms, and hard-bop brilliance! Whether arranging sizzling tunes or leading bands into musical adventures, your compositions have always hit just the right note. From collaborating with legendary artists across genres to crafting melodies that make us dance (and occasionally spill our drinks), you've truly done it all.

Here's wishing you another year filled with vibrant arrangements and unforgettable performances. May your piano keys stay lively, may inspiration flow endlessly—and please keep making music so good even non-dancers can't resist tapping their feet! Cheers to many more jazzy birthdays ahead!