Don Ewell
1916–1983 (age 67)
Jazz Pianist
Biography
Don Ewell of Westminster, born in 1916, was a gifted jazz pianist whose performances honored the rich legacy of stride and traditional jazz. His touch on the keys brought warmth and ebullience to clubs and concert halls alike, and he collaborated with many of the era’s great musicians while always remaining true to the joy that drew him to music in the first place.
He leaves a legacy of recordings and memories cherished by fellow artists and audiences, who will remember him as a generous collaborator and a soulful interpreter of America’s musical heritage.