Ahmad Jamal

In this excerpt from Ramsey Lewis’s posthumous memoir, the legendary pianist talks about how he turned the pop hit "The In Crowd" into his own jazz hit.

Pianist Benny Green eloquently reflects on the considerable musical legacy and influence of Ahmad Jamal

WBGO announcers and staff recommend their favorite tracks from pianist Ahmad Jamal who died on April 16, 2023 at his home in Ashley Falls, Mass.

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Pianist Ahmad Jamal started his career as a child prodigy, moving on to quartets and then trios as his main voice for expression. The world would know…

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