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Peter Delano (courtesy BPR Music): Piano - Jazz www.BPRMusic.com
Pianist Peter Delano is described by tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker as a 'formidable composer and piano player.' "Peter Delano seems to have a built-in sense of radar. There's sort of an immediate sense of musical empathy in playing with him. He's able to read where other musicians are going and understand where improvisation is headed harmonically. And he has a dark sense of lyricism as a composer." |
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Rachel Faro: Vocals www.rachelfaro.com
More than 25 years after recording her first album for RCA Records, singer/songwriter Rachel Faro remains a force to be reckoned with. Taking a long break to become an award winning, Grammy-nominated record producer of Cuban and world music, Latin jazz and blues, Rachel returns to the stage with her beautiful voice and evocative lyrics. |
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Sammy Figueroa and His Latin Jazz Explosion (courtesy Ashe Records): Percussion - Latin Jazz KCC Productions
Twice Grammy-nominated super-group Sammy Figueroa and His Latin Jazz
Explosion, are poised to take off in 2009. Led by the legendary
percussionist Sammy Figueroa, this group of good-looking virtuosos
combine incredible musicianship with a cheerful and wicked sense of
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Juan Carlos Formell and Johnny's Dream Club:
Vocals, Guitar, Bass - Latin Jazz www.myspace.com/formell
Juan-Carlos Formell is a Grammy-nominated Cuban guitarist -vocalist-composer who conjures the magic realism of music with a stellar pan-Latin ensemble. Juan-Carlos famed clubs in New York, New Orleans, Miami, and Los Angeles as well as at jazz festivals throughout the United States |
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Nicole Henry Quartet (courtesy Banister Records): Vocals - Classics, Standards, Blues KCC Productions
Nicole's unforgettable voice combines jazz, pop, and soulful nuances with spirited 'joie de vivre.' Her debut album “The Nearness of You” reached #2 in Japan and earned her "Best New Jazz Artist" from HMV. Her follow-up CD “Teach Me Tonight” went #1 there and earned her "Best Vocal Jazz Album." Her third CD "The Very Thought of You," reached Billboard's Top 10 Jazz Chart in its first three weeks.
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Felipe Lamoglia: Saxophone - Latin Jazz KCC Productions
Felipe is a Cuban saxophonist, composer, and arranger. Felipe worked as a producer, arranger, and composer for Arturo Sandoval’s latest album Rumba Palace, which won a Grammy Award in 2008. His first solo album, Dimensions, was released in 2007.
Special guest artist Dave Siegel will be on piano. David is known for performing most of the instruments on his own productions, as well performing as a musician for countless sessions outside of his own work. |
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Silvano Monasterios and the Fourth World Ensemble:
Piano - Jazz KCC Productions
Pianist-composer Silvano Monasterios hails from Caracas, Venezuela. In 1998, Silvano was voted “New Artist of the Year” at the “Hennessy Cognac Jazz Search” in New York City. Silvano composed,performed & co-produced two songs, including the title track, of the 2008 Grammy nominated album entitled "The Magician" by Sammy Figueroa & Latin Jazz Explosion.
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Laura Simms: www.laurasimms.com
Laura is an award-winning storyteller, recording artist, teacher, writer. For over thirty years Laura has presented an irresistible performance style that bridges ancient oral tradition and performance art. Simms’ storytelling is meaningful and uncannily entertaining and her warmth, depth of understanding, profound effect on listeners, diverse material, humor, gorgeous voice and range of characterizations have achieved legendary status.
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The Fred Thomas Band : Vocals, Bass- Funk KCC Productions
Fred Thomas occupies a very special niche in the history of R&B. As James Brown's principal bassist from 1971 on, he was part of one of the most prolific periods in the Godfather's incredible career. Though Thomas' legendary bass playing has been heard by millions, his talents as singer, songwriter, and arranger have long gone unnoticed outside the profession. His new band is his vehicle for expressing these talents and he is no longer the best-kept secret of the James Brown organization. |
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