Chet Baker Remembering Jymie Merritt, Gentleman and Innovator of Jazz By Susan Lewis • Apr 11, 2020 Courtesy of the artist Pioneering bassist and composer Jymie Merritt was born in Philadelphia in 1926. He died on Friday, April 10th, 2020 at age 93. No cause was given by his son, who posted the sad news on social media. Born To Be Blue: Chet Baker In 5 Songs By editor • Mar 25, 2016
