Gregory Lewis

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Gregory Lewis, a prominent presence in New York City's jazz and blues scenes, is renowned for his proficiency on the Hammond organ and his virtuosity in interpreting the compositions of the legendary pianist-composer Thelonious Monk. His fascination with Monk was sparked by his father's record collection, and its profound impact inspired him to become a devoted student of the idiosyncratic music for piano. By the time Lewis became a teenager, he was playing professionally around his native New York City. It was when Lewis heard organist Larry Young perform a version of “Monk’s Dream” that he knew that he wanted to focus on interpreting Monk’s music on the organ. Lewis' artistry has been honed and enriched through a lifetime of commitment and performance, leading to a wealth of opportunities and acclaim. Over the course of a long-standing career, the limelight has intensified on his immense talent as the leader of his own all-star Organ Monk trio, quartet, and quintet.