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Les Thru the Lens

he Les Paul Foundation is honoring its namesake with the exhibition , a exclusive access to these treasures, as seen on these pages. Following a display at Memphis’ Stax Museum of American Soul Music, the Foundation is arranging the 2023 schedule, which touts an added element. “[] LeRoy Nieman once visited Les at the Iridium and sketched him in different poses,” says Michael Braunstein, the Foundation’s executive director. “The plan is to include those in the exhibit adding another chance to see how Les influenced people from all walks of life.” Venues interested in hosting the exhibition may email

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