In the latest of our series where musicians consider idols or formative influences, Nick Tomalin writes about his favourite tracks by pianist Ahmad Jamal, who died on 16th April 2023 aged 92. "Testament to Ahmad’s genius." At the Pershing. Nick Tomalin writes: I was lucky enough to see Ahmad Jamal perform with his trio at…
A key inspiration for Miles Davis and other greats, Jamal's final San Diego performance was in 2007. 'My career is peaking like it hasn't ever peaked before' he said at the time