DESCRIPTION:
In this specially-staged studio recording, the British jazz pianist, bandleader, composer, arranger and broadcaster John Lewis features a solo performance. Starting with the simplest musical elements, he creates refined and exquisitely balanced improvisations.

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Watch the complete concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygKZZQFz4vQ&list=PLDOx7nx0z2hjZp9XKAIWVwtCadtQhJiGS

Pianist John Lewis, co-founder and long-time leader of the legendary Modern Jazz Quartet, celebrated his eightieth birthday in 2000. Since the early 1950s, he made jazz history with the group and played a major role in gaining acceptance for jazz, even among lovers of 'serious' music. His ability to blend classical forms with jazz improvisations makes his the kind of music that transcends all barriers. After MJQ disbanded, John Lewis continued to perform with other musicians.