NOTABLE NEW MEXICAN, John Lewis, New Mexico PBS

Pianist, composer, and arranger John Lewis made a significant contribution to jazz in a career spanning over 55 years. Raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, he graduated from Albuquerque High in 1937 and from UNM in 1941. After serving in the Army during WWI, he settled in New York City to pursue a career as a jazz musician. For more New Mexico PBS content visit