Program Description
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The legacy of pianist and composer John Lewis lives on in this incredible performance. From the musical
universe he wove with the seminal Modern Jazz Quartet, to his ambitious
large-scale works, Lewis forged melodic, adventurous pieces that
effortlessly fused jazz and blues styles.Guest
host and jazz ambassador: Dr. Matthew James, professor of saxophone
& jazz studies at Ohio University's School of Music.Accompanying photo image courtesy of
“I, Fbv65edel”