Lem Winchester

Lem Winchester Lem Winchester American jazz vibraphone player (1928–1961) Lem Winchester (March 19, 1928 – January 13, 1961) was an American jazz vibraphone player. Quick facts Born, Died ... Lem Winchester Born Lemuel Winchester March 19, 1928 Wilmington, Delaware, U.S. Died January 13, 1961(1961-01-13) (aged 32) Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S. Genres Jazz Occupations Police officer Instruments Vibraphone Years active 1958–1961 Label Prestige Records Close Early life Lemuel Winchester was born in Wilmington, Delaware. His parents were politician William J. Winchester and Alverta Winchester.[1] Career Formerly a police officer, Winchester pursued music as a hobby in Wilmington, Delaware.[2] He turned to music full-time after an appearance at the 1958 Newport Jazz Festival.[3] He was soon working with some of the top names…

GENRES: Jazz, Vibes