Lonnie Liston Smith

About

Jazz pianist who played with many widely acclaimed musicians before forming Lonnie Liston Smith And The Cosmic Echoes.

Before Fame

He received a Bachelor of Science in music education from Morgan State University.

Trivia

He performed background vocals on jazz singer Leon Thomas' first album, Spirits Known and Unknown.

Family Life

His father was a part of the gospel group The Harmonizing Four.

Associated With

He played with many famous jazz musicians, including composer Miles Davis .