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The Buzz Author's Interview: Aaron Cohen, Ramsey Lewis' co-writer, speaks with Brad Stone

May 03, 2024 • The Jazz Journalists Association

Aaron Cohen is co-author of Gentleman of Jazz, the autobiography of pianist Ramsey Lewis, nominated for a Book of the Year award in the 29th annual JJA Jazz Awards. He speaks with Brad Stone.

The Jazz Journalists Association is in the midst of its annual Spring campaign. Please check out the 2025 Jazz Heroes - "activists, advocates, altruists, aiders and abettors of jazz" - and help us celebrate them if they're near you. The 30th annual JJA Jazz Awards winners, in 44 categories for Excellence in Jazz and Jazz Journalism, will be announced on May 1. Information on both at www.JJAJazzAwards.org.

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