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derek turner

DTurner : Composer / Arranger / Keyboardist

About Me

DTurner's love for music began at the age of five. Throughout his college years he mastered three instruments: Drums, Bass and Keyboards. He has a Christian musical background and enjoys composing and arranging music genres from jazz, pop, soul, easy listening, hip hop and more.

Performance and Recording Experience: DTurner has performed and/or recorded with several original artists and bands, including Ronnie Laws, gospel artist Brian Duncan and Daryl Coley. His compositions can be heard on the Weather Channel as well as numerous radio ads. He has extensive recording experience and has worked in various studios in and around the Los Angeles area.

Professional Memberships: BMI Songwriters Association International, The Songwriters Guild of America and EMI Christian Music Group.

Performing Credits: DTurner has performed in all major theaters across the country. He has also performed in famous venues including The legendary House Of Blues in Hollywood California to large arenas such as, Greensboro Coliseum in North Carolina. He also toured with the popular stage play “The Fabric Of A Man” written by David E Talbert. His music continues to gain much interest over the internet along with radio air play.

DTurner has a passion for smooth jazz and his talent for creativity can be heard on numerous projects. Get to know this pianist who's keeping smooth jazz alive.