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“When I start to think about all the things, I'm doing sometimes I just have to thank the man upstairs. Because I'm doing the morning show here in Chicago 5 days a week, and I have the syndicated radio show that's been going on now for several years. In addition we are in the midst of taping 13 episodes of a television show-The Legends of Jazz: The Masters of jazz on PBS-TV.”

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RAMSEY LEWIS, born on May 27, 1935, is a renowned jazz pianist. His musical career began in the 1950s, and he is known for his unique playing style and contributions to jazz music. more

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