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Bob Shimizu

Introducing "Lets Get Together" the latest release from jazz-guitarist Bob Shimizu. "Let's Get Together", Shimizu's second solo release, is a celebration of the song-book of a life-time and a musical journey that pays homage to jazz standards and selections from the great American pop and rock song-books. Produced by veteran Clarke Rigsby (Joey DeFrancesco, Jimmy Smith, Tower Of Power) the album features Shimizu's Arizona-based quartet including Mario Mendivil (elec. bass), Lamar Gaines (piano, Wurlitzer, Clavinet), Mike Florio (drums) and Todd Chuba (percussion) as well as a vocal cameo by singer-songwriter Obadiah Parker (Grandma's Hands), who lends grit and soul to the session. Shimizu's trek into the non-traditional also includes a foray into the traditional organ-trio setting featuring New Yorkers Pat Bianchi on Hammond B3, and Carmen Intorre on drums (both on-loan from the Pat Martino Trio). "Let's Get Together" presents Shimizu's unusual take on "standards"

Jeff Shirley

Born: July 9, 1979

Originally hailing from Liberty, Missouri, Jeff Shirley began his musical journey on piano at the age of 7 before taking up the guitar at 13. His early years were marked by a passion for fingerstyle guitar, which soon expanded into a deep dive into artists ranging from Steve Vai to Pat Metheny. His love of jazz developed early, perhaps fittingly, since his first word was “Bird.”

Jeff specializes in composing, performing jazz guitar across a variety of ensembles, and teaching. After beginning his studies at Central Missouri State University, where he studied with the great trumpet player and arranger David Aaberg, he graduated with a degree in jazz performance from the University of North Texas, one of the country’s most respected jazz programs. Since then, he has become an active figure in Kansas City’s vibrant jazz scene, blending traditional and modern elements while continually pushing the boundaries of the genre. In 2021 and 2023, JAM Magazine readers nominated Jeff as one of Kansas City’s top four jazz guitarists.

Signel-Z

Signel-Z Collaborative Jazz Performance Group Story: Steve is lover of progressive and eclectic jazz and the son of Gene Ignelzi, a Julliard-trained musician who performed in New York during the hay day of swing, bop and Latin jazz. Steve inherited a deep-seated love of evocative composition and virtuosic musical performance from Gene and has formed Signel-Z to explore the confluence of jazz with other great elements of music. Steve’s son, Tate, is the next generation of reverent musical performer and brings a new spark to the sound and the energy. The music includes a high level of improvisation, expression from each musician, and is meant to spark interest, emotion, fun and love in the audience. The group hopes to satisfy a growing audience with music that resonates with their souls. Signel-Z Mission Statement - Confident that the entire world is on the cusp of embracing a new culture of progressive mutual support couched in a sustainable lifestyle, love and excellent stewardship of the creator’s gorgeous Earth, and other scenic parts of the universe; Signel-Z is poised, inspired and ready to merge into inevitable, impending dramatic demand for creative, free-flowing, eclectic and culturally inclusive assimilated, free and original music.

Sonny Troy

Born: August 2, 1938

Phila.and South Jersey`s finest Jazz Guitarist, plays music for any occasion,from solo Guitar to big band music,45 years experience from Las Vegas clubs, to "Mike Douglas Show" to Cancun Jazz Festival(1992). Played two inaugurations for President Reagan("81" and"85"), Played in the East room of the White House for President Bush`s 1992 Christmas party. Conducted and played for Frankie Avalon, Bobby Rydell, Paul Anka, Connie Francis, Annette Funicello, Peggy Lee, various jazz groups etc., also Guitar teacher for 30 years(resume is at Gibson Online, guest book, October 1995 #95 and May 1996 #34).

Paul Musso

Paul Musso is an Associate Professor and Area Head of Music Performance in the Music and Entertainment Industry Studies Department at the University of Colorado Denver. Paul has been with CU Denver for twenty-six years. He was director of the UCD jazz and commercial guitar program for fifteen years and has taught over twenty music courses including: Fretboard Harmony, Fretboard Melody, Commercial Guitar Styles, Applied Guitar, Jazz Theory, Jazz Guitar History, Songwriting, Improvisation and Acoustic Guitar Ensemble. Musso has won awards for his college teaching and service as well as Citysearch Denver’s Best Guitarist of 2000

Dan Redding

Born: April 4, 1982

Hello all... Please check out www.danredding.co.uk for more on me!!! I started playing guitar when I was around 15 years old and decided to study music properly after failing most of my A levels, as I was too busy saving up for bigger amplifiers and better guitars! When I was 19 I went to university near London and was exposed to jazz for the first time. I was able to see all the incredibly talented Jazz musicians the city has to offer and was blown away. I bought a real book and learnt to play over chords, and brought every cheap jazz CD I could lay my hands on. I’ve played in all kinds of different musical acts from the most outrageous cabaret nonsense you can imagine, to playing my own composition with original bands and of course I’ve done many a function gig along the way…

Donato Soviero

Born: February 18, 1961

Guitarist, Composer, and teacher Donato Soviero has been performing in and around the Washington DC area for thirty years. Noted for his superb artistry as a guitarist and composer, Donato's versatility affords him equal comfort in many venues. With roots firmly planted in the tradition of mainstream jazz, his scope of musical interest is nonetheless wide. These influences can often be heard shaping his own unique voice as composer and arranger. A resident of the Washington D.C. area since 1982, Donato has appeared with top local and national artists, as well as leading many of his own groups in the United States, Europe and the Caribbean

Estudiantina Ensemble

Born: March 25, 1973

Estudiantina Ensemble: The Estudiantina Ensemble plays in the tradition of the Estudiantina-music from Cuba (musical groups formed of students), of which the only original 1927 dating Estudiantina Invasora from Santiago de Cuba exists. At the base is the Danzón-clave, in the 8-piece band with a special instrument “Pailitas” also known as the Baroque Timpani, two small kettle drums of French baroque orgine that had come through from Haiti. These are the forerunners of the famous contemporary Timbales that are used in many Salsa bands. Where the Salsa and modern Timba is being played fast and forward, this Danzón / Son-tradition is more laid-back, rather behind the beat than played in front of the beat

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Christopher Dale

Born: January 27, 1992

Christopher Dale is a session Guitar player located in Sydney, Australia. Currently playing with the Sydney Jazz Combo "Lavoca". Christopher Is Currently Available for Sessions both studio and live as well as available to Teach