Biography
Ramsey Emmanuel Lewis Jr. (May 27, 1935 β September 12, 2022) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and radio personality. Lewis recorded over 80 albums and received five gold records and three Grammy Awards in his career. His album The In Crowd earned Lewis critical praise and the 1965 Grammy Award for Best Jazz Performance. His best known singles include "The 'In' Crowd", "Wade in the Water", and "Sun Goddess". Until 2009, he was the host of the Ramsey Lewis Morning Show on the Chicago radio station WNUA.
Lewis was also active in musical education in Chicago. He founded the Ramsey Lewis Foundation, established the Ravinia's Jazz Mentor Program, and served on the board of trustees for the Merit School of Music and The Chicago High School for the Arts.
Filmography
all 11
Movies 9
self 7
TV Shows 2
Producer 1
America's Musical Journey (2018)
The Minnie Riperton Story (2009)
Legends of Jazz con Ramsey Lewis Volume 3 (2006)
Legends of Jazz: Showcase with Ramsey Lewis (2006)
The Visit (2001)
The Journey of the African-American Athlete (1996)
The Big Score (1983)
Save the Children (1973)
The Sound Of Ravinia (1966)
Beat-Club (1965)
Hullabaloo (1965)
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GenderMale
Birthday1935-05-27
Deathday2022-09-12 (87 years old)
Birth NameRamsey Emmanuel Lewis Jr.
Birth PlaceChicago, United States of America
CitizenshipsUnited States of America
Also Known AsThe Ramsey Lewis Trio
AwardsNEA Jazz Masters
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