Lew Tabackin

About

Multi-instrumentalist and large supporter of The Jazz Foundation of America who played with The Dick Cavett Show's band and The Tonight Show Band.

Before Fame

He attended the Philadelphia Conservatory of Music for flute and, after serving in the army, he performed with Tal Farlow.

Trivia

He has been nominated for many jazz Grammy Awards.

Family Life

He married Toshiko Akiyoshi, who composes and plays jazz piano.

Associated With

He has collaborated with Elvin Jones.