Jazz legend Ahmad Jamal passes away at 92.

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Jazz legend Ahmad Jamal passes away at 92.
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Ahmad Jamal, the influential pianist, composer, and arranger known for his innovative chamber jazz style, has died at the age of 92. His crisp, swinging arrangements had a long-term effect on the piano trio format and influenced numerous iconic jazz artists, including Miles Davis, Keith Jarrett, John Coltrane, and Randy Weston. Jamal's most successful recording was the 1958 live performance LP, "At the Pershing: But Not for Me," which was the first jazz album to sell more than a million copies. His legacy continues to influence contemporary music, with over 40 hip-hop tracks sampling his music.

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