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Acker Bilk was an English clarinetist and vocalist known for his breathy playing style and distinctive appearance featuring a goatee, bowler hat, and striped waistcoat. His 1961 composition "Stranger on the Shore" became the UK's best-selling single of 1962, reaching number one on both the UK and US charts. Bilk was a prominent figure in the British trad jazz scene and released several successful albums during his career, including "A Taste of Honey" and "Blue Acker". He collaborated with artists such as Bent Fabric and was awarded the MBE in 2001 for his contributions to music. The products available from the artist Acker Bilk include CDs.
