ABOUT JON LORD
English composer and pianist who was known for fusing rock music with classical forms. He founded the band Deep Purple .
He was involved in amateur dramatics and school choir when he was young and later worked as a clerk for two years.
He played piano on George Harrison's album Brainwashed in 2002.
He was married twice and had a daughter named Amy.
He has composed music and worked with drummer Pete York .
