Jon Lord was an English composer, pianist, and Hammond organ player known for his work in rock and classical music.
He co-founded the legendary hard rock band Deep Purple in 1968 and was a continuous member until his retirement in 2002.
Lord began studying classical piano at the age of five, which laid the groundwork for his later musical innovations.
Biography
Early Life
John Douglas "Jon" Lord was born on June 9, 1941, in Leicester, England. He grew up in a musically inclined family, with his father, Reginald Lord, being an amateur saxophonist who encouraged Jon's early interest in music. Starting classical piano lessons at the age of five, Lord developed a strong foundation that would influence his later work. He attended Wyggeston Grammar School for Boys, where he excelled in music and participated in the school choir. His exposure to blues and jazz music, particularly the sounds of American organists, shaped his unique style that blended classical and rock elements.
Career
In 1968, Jon Lord co-founded the iconic hard rock band Deep Purple, where he became renowned for his innovative use of the Hammond organ. He was a key member of the band, contributing to many of their most popular songs and remaining with them through various lineups until his retirement in 2002. Lord's musical journey also included collaborations with other bands such as Whitesnake and the Artwoods. His later works, including the albums "Pictured Within" and "Durham Concerto," showcased his classical influences and personal reflections, particularly following the death of his mother in 1995. Lord's compositions often blended rock with symphonic music, earning him a respected place in both genres.
Personal Life
Jon Lord was married twice; his first marriage to Judith Feldman lasted from 1969 to 1975 and produced one daughter, Sara. He later married Victoria Frances Gibbs, with whom he had another daughter, Amy. Lord's personal life was intertwined with his musical career, as he formed close friendships with notable figures, including George Harrison. He passed away on July 16, 2012, leaving behind a legacy as a pioneering musician who bridged the gap between rock and classical music.
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Discography
Windows2017
- 1.Continuo on B.A.C.H.16:28
- 2.Windows32:26
Concerto for Group and Orchestra2012
- 1.Moderato – Allegro16:23
- 2.Andante19:37
- 3.Vivace – Presto10:52
Live2011
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To Notice Such Things2010
- 1.As I Walked Out One Evening4:18
- 2.At Court5:34
- 3.Turville Heath3:02
- 4.The Stick Dance4:46
- 5.The Winter of a Dormouse5:34
- 6.Afterwards3:57
- 7.Evening Song (Instrumental Version)8:17
- 8.For Example9:15
- 9.Air on the Blue String6:40
- 10.Afterwards (Poem)3:01
Boom of the Tingling Strings2008
- 1.Boom of the Tingling Strings: I. Adagio assai8:52
- 2.Boom of the Tingling Strings: II. L'istesso tempo6:23
- 3.Boom of the Tingling Strings: III. Adagio7:26
- 4.Boom of the Tingling Strings: IV. Allegro giusto13:55
- 5.Disguises: I. M.A.s.q.u.e. Poco adagio - Allegro moderato e poco pesante14:23
- 6.Disguises: II. Music for Miriam. Adagio10:17
- 7.Disguises: III. Il Buffone (G.C.). Allegro vivace11:00
Jon Lord: Durham Concerto2007
- 1.Durham Concerto: Part I, Morning, I. The Cathedral at Dawn11:31
- 2.Durham Concerto: Part I, Morning, II. Durham Awakes8:29
- 3.Durham Concerto: Part II, Afternoon, I. The Road from Lindisfarne7:19
- 4.Durham Concerto: Part II, Afternoon, II. From Prebends Bridge8:32
- 5.Durham Concerto: Part III, Evening, I. Rags & Galas8:25
- 6.Durham Concerto: Part III, Evening, II. Durham Nocturne12:12
Danger: White Men Dancing2007
- 1.The Blues Just Got Sadder3:33
- 2.Gotta Find Me Some Fire3:56
- 3.Twisted System4:13
- 4.Over and Over8:06
- 5.Let It Go4:15
- 6.Heart of Stone3:50
- 7.If This Ain’t the Blues6:28
- 8.Danger White Men Dancing4:33
- 9.Dead Presidents2:44
- 10.Hoochie Coochie Man4:36
- 11.Bottle O’ Wine4:58
- 12.Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven4:23
- 13.Tell Your Story Walkin’4:41
Beyond the Notes2004
- 1.Miles Away7:42
- 2.De Profundis7:22
- 3.One From the Meadow8:16
- 4.Cologne Again6:47
- 5.I’ll Send You a Postcard6:57
- 6.The Sun Will Shine Again4:24
- 7.A Smile When I Shook His Hand7:31
- 8.November Calls5:03
- 9.The Telemann Experiment7:08
- 10.Music for Miriam8:05
Live at the Basement2003
- 1.Introduction2:04
- 2.Hideaway3:09
- 3.Lonesome Traveller Blues3:30
- 4.Blues With a Feeling6:20
- 5.You Got Good Business6:52
- 6.Green Onions7:50
- 7.24/7 Blues5:05
- 8.Baby Please Don’t Go3:59
- 9.The Money Doesn’t Matter3:12
- 10.Strange Brew3:38
- 11.Dallas4:39
- 12.I Just Wanna Make Love to You5:52
- 13.You Need Love5:52
- 14.The Hoochie Coochie Man8:22
- 15.New Old Lady Blues4:22
- 16.Who’s Been Talkin7:08
- 17.Six Strings Down5:44
- 18.Dust MT Broom5:20
- 19.Back at the Chicken Shack9:26
- 20.When a Blind Man Cries6:48
- 21.12 Bar Blow Jam6:24
- 22.When a Blind Man Cries (single edit)5:45
Pictured Within1998
- 1.Sunrise5:48
- 2.Pictured Within5:24
- 3.From the Windmill6:55
- 4.Circles of Stone2:26
- 5.Menorca Blue4:11
- 6.Evening Song8:04
- 7.Music for Miriam4:50
- 8.Arc-en-ciel4:33
- 9.Wait a While5:42
- 10.Crystal Spa14:41
- 11.The Mountain-Sunset5:24
- 12.A Different Sky6:45
The Best1996
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First of the Big Bands: BBC 1 in Concert1993
- 1.We’re Gonna Make It4:30
- 2.I’ve Been Lonely4:15
- 3.Silly Boy5:24
- 4.The Jam5:21
- 5.Downside Upside Down6:12
- 6.Shut It3:42
- 7.Ballad of Mr. Giver7:13
- 8.Celebration5:30
- 9.The Resurrection Shuffle7:11
Castle Masters Collection: Jon Lord1990
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Before I Forget1982
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Sarabande1976
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Windows1974
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Gemini Suite1971
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Beyond the Notes, Live2004
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The Best Of Instrumental Works
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Gallery
Label
- Record label
- Purple Records
Groups
- St. Valentine’s Day Massacrecurrent
- The Artwoodscurrent
- The Flower Pot Mencurrent
- The Singing Rebels’ Bandkeyboardcurrent
- WhoCaresadditionalcurrent
- Wizard’s Conventioncurrent
- Santa Barbara Machine Head1967–1967
- Deep Purplebackground vocals, keyboard, organ, original · 1968–1976
- Paice Ashton Lord1976–1977
- Whitesnakekeyboard · 1978–1984
- Deep Purplebackground vocals, keyboard, organ, original · 1984–2002
Played together with
Adrian VandenbergWhitesnake · 1987–1991 · electric guitar- Adrian VandenbergWhitesnake · 1994–1994 · electric guitar
- Adrian VandenbergWhitesnake · 1997–1997 · electric guitar
- Aynsley DunbarWhitesnake · 1987–1987 · drums (drum set)
Bernie MarsdenWhitesnake · 1978–1982 · electric guitar- Brian TichyWhitesnake · 2011–2013 · drums (drum set)
- Chris FrazierWhitesnake · 2007–2010 · drums (drum set)
Cozy PowellWhitesnake · 1982–1985 · drums (drum set)- Dave DowleWhitesnake · 1978–1979 · drums (drum set)
David CoverdaleWhitesnake · 1978–1991 · lead vocals, original- David CoverdaleWhitesnake · 1994–1994 · lead vocals, original
- David CoverdaleWhitesnake · 1997–1997 · lead vocals, original
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: John Douglas Lord, John Lord
English composer, pianist, and Hammond organ player (1941–2012)
John Douglas "Jon" Lord was an English keyboardist and composer. In 1968, Lord co-founded the hard rock band Deep Purple. Lord performed on most of the band's most popular songs; he and drummer Ian Paice were the only continuous members in the band between 1968 and 1976, and also from its revival in 1984 until his retirement in 2002. He also played for the bands Whitesnake, Paice Ashton Lord, the Artwoods, the Flower Pot Men and Santa Barbara Machine Head.
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