Acker Bilk (real name Bernard Stanley Bilk) was a British clarinetist born in 1929 in the United Kingdom. One of the most renowned jazz performers of the second half of the 20th century, he became a symbol of traditional jazz thanks to his unique playing style and stage persona: goatee, bowler hat, and striped vest. Acker Bilk gained worldwide fame thanks to the song "Stranger on the Shore" which topped the charts in the 1960s. His music combined jazz traditions with pop elements, making his work accessible to a wider audience. Acker Bilk left a significant mark on jazz music, popularizing the genre on the international stage.

• Genres: Релакс, Поп, Джаз
• Country: United Kingdom
• Language: English