Ronny Lee, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Ronny Lee

American jazz guitarist (1927-2015)

Date of Birth: 02-Mar-1927

Place of Birth: The Bronx, New York, United States

Date of Death: 22-Apr-2015

Profession: singer-songwriter, songwriter, jazz guitarist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Ronald Leventhal (March 2, 1927 – April 22, 2015), known professionally as Ronny Lee, was an American guitarist who was the author of music instruction publications and longtime instructor at Kingsborough Community College of the City University of New York.
He wrote popular, classical and rock guitar arrangements for publishers, including Hansen Publications, Sam Fox Publishing Co.
and Alfred Music.
At the request of Mel Bay, Lee wrote what was widely regarded at the time as one of the best Jazz Guitar instruction books ever published, and his articles on all aspects of music and the business of making music appeared in trade and consumer publications.
He conducted workshops and seminars for music teachers, and officiated as adjudicator at music festivals. A guitarist, teacher, writer and singer, Ronny Lee performed in thousands of engagements.
These included club dates, jazz, rock and pop recording sessions, appearances at resort hotels, and a concert with the New York Philharmonic.
He accompanied singers, including Eydie Gormé and Fran Warren.