Results for "Funk"

Clifton Swiggett

Craig Cootsona

Born: October 29

Craig Cootsona began playing drums at age 11 and soon developed a love for the instrument. He received formal education in school concert bands and also learned drum set by playing along with his favorite recordings.

He considers himself fortunate to have woven a passion for music into funding for education, because this opened up many career opportunities and taught him how to read and transcribe charts. After high school Craig leveraged music scholarships to fund a bachelor's of science degree at University of Puget Sound.  Once he stepped into the Olympia music scene, he played every gig that came his way to fund a master's degree at University of Washington College of Forestry. He formed so many friendships that he continued to play music throughout his career as a scientist at Weyerhaeuser. Now Craig owns his own manufacturing business and it allows him even more time to enjoy music.

Jonathan C. Thomas

Thomas Hutchings

Born: October 21

Jay Sherman

Born: January 1, 1970

Versatile, tasteful, improvisational drummer seeking collaboration with other accomplished (expert) musicians in a lounge/jazz/fusion trio. Creates memorable audience and band member experiences through dynamic accompaniment, creativity and support of fellow musicians.

Plays at a volume and style suited to the arrangement, occasion and venue. Performed in a variety of genres including jazz, latin, funk, rock and musical theatre. A competent soloist. Reads charts. Conservatory trained. 

Creates a super-comfortable pocket from which band mates launch their expression and creativity

Colleen Kitchen

Born: August 9

Colleen has been playing keys forever, and recently completed the total paradigm shift to jazz. A pianist, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist, Colleen hits the ground running wherever she happens to be dropped musically.

Jack Taylor

Born: March 18, 1994

Based in Liverpool, UK, Jack Taylor brings over a decade of experience in the music industry. As a versatile musician, Jack has thrived in various musical settings, including pit work, session gigs, and functions. 

Jack's career as an international and national touring musician boasts over 500 performances across four countries. Highlights of his performance venues include:

• District, Liverpool (Supporting GRAMMY award winner Mark Lettieri)

• Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Nepal

• House of Music, Kathmandu, Nepal

• Pro Music, Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Volker Meitz

Berlin based pianist / keyboarder Volker Meitz is involved in several projects from Jazz to experimental or popular music. Due to his eclectic approach, Volker has always been hard to pigeon-hole to any one specific genre - but he actually likes it that way. Having started out composing chiptunes in the 8-bit computer scene, he went on to produce electronic club music incorporating jazz musicians in the 1990's, played in one of the first drum'n'bass live bands in Europe, was musical director of Sonar Kollektiv Orchester and recorded freely improvised, yet heavily processed music with Projekt Schwedt.
Today, his projects include SpaceKrautDubJazz band THE SHREDZ (w/ Eric Schaefer, John Dennis Renken, John Eckhardt), Free Imrov quartet KEMD (w/ Silke Eberhard, Almut Kühne, Yorgos Dimitriadis), SouljazzFusionStep combo GRAND COULOIR as well as duo and solo programs

Mia Borders

Born: August 13, 1987

Mia Borders is a renowned singer-songwriter who has captivated audiences with her soulful voice, electrifying performances, and diverse musical style. Born and raised in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Borders’ musical journey began in her childhood home, where she was exposed to a rich tapestry of sounds that permeated the City's cultural landscape. Soul, funk, rock, and blues became the foundation upon which she built her own unique style.

As a teenager, Borders honed her skills as a songwriter and live performer, immersing herself in the vibrant New Orleans music scene. Her talent and raw energy quickly caught the attention of music enthusiasts and fellow musicians, propelling her towards a professional career. Borders’ live performances are nothing short of electrifying, infusing her soulful vocals with a contagious energy that leaves audiences spellbound.

Mr GONE

Active since: 2013

Mr. GONE is a 4 piece ensemble exploring the groove based music of early electric jazz

(fusion), focusing on the groundbreaking music of Weather Report and Herbie

Hancock’s Headhunters & Mwandishi bands, as well as original compositions.

Referencing the origins of the jam band movement, they connect the past with the future,

opening a window on the historical significance and influence of this music. Mr Gone is

the brainchild of Peter Furlan (saxes, Dizzy Gillespie, 10,000 Maniacs, Frank Foster)