On This Day in Jazz History

July 29, 1960: Pianist/composer John Lewis records "The Wonderful World of Jazz."

Added: 2008-06-28

More facts on this day:

1900
Arranger/saxophonist Don Redman born in Piedmont, WV.

1916
Guitarist Charlie Christian born in Dallas, TX.

1960
Pianist/composer John Lewis records "The Wonderful World of Jazz."

1962
Curtis Amy records "Live" at The Lighthouse

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