I just wanted to turn you guys on to a jazz guitarist that is local and well known in my area, Oakland, CA. Many of you may be unaware of who he is but Calvin is such a good player that I felt I had to let you know about his playing. He’s been around for a very long time and he’s played with the best in the business. I had the pleasure of going to his house and taking a lesson with him. (It was was certainly worthwhile). Calvin has an excellent command of the instrument but plays in such a relaxed, effortless manner. In fact, his playing and the way he phrases reminds me of Wes Montgomery. Every time I hear him play, he teaches me the value of patience…the importance of letting a solo develop and breathe—-the opposite of most jazz guitarists who often try to be flashy and rush to play as many notes as they can. The following is a video of him playing “I’ll Remember April”.
You can check him out at: www.calvinkeys.com for more info about him.
By the way, his “Calivinesque” album is just awesome. Highly recommended!! You can check it out here: http://cdbaby.com/cd/calvinkeys
Thanks Calvin for being such an inspiration!
Leon
That was just absolutely and incredibly wonderful. Thank you. Now I will have to start working on that beautiful song…maybe by next year ha!ha! peace
Too see one of the greatest player in the world will help open your eyes. To feel the love that is put into each song is the best feeling in the world.
Lots of love brother.