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Keyboardist John Popovich's debut jazz album. Classic Jazz mixed with salsa, swing & bop originals. Featuring Gene Walker on Tenor, David Sibley on Bass, Sean Carney on guitar & vocalist Kelly Delaveris.
Genre:
Jazz: Mainstream Jazz
Release Date:
2009
Turning Point
John Popovich
© Copyright-John Popovich
(659696206427)
Record Label: John Popovich
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This CD is dedicated to our bassist, David Sibley.
He passed on suddenly a few short weeks after recording these tracks. Dave was not only a virtuoso on upright bass, but a true gentleman and a great friend. He came to us after 38 years in New York City where he worked with many all-time greats including Sammy Davis Jr., Bob Hope,
Paul Anka, Joe Williams, Frank Sinatra Jr., Dudley Moore,
Joe Zawinul, Woody Herman, Philly Joe Jones,
Paul Desmond, Maynard Ferguson, and Buddy Rich.
David's passion for jazz was infectious and
his knowledge of the repetoire was stunning. Every note, every measure he played was like a music lesson. He knew all the original changes and brought a wealth of experience and artistry that is irreplaceable. For this and for his
friendship, we miss him much. He left behind a lovely wife and daughter, many friends and family, the admiration of his peers, and great, great music. We are truly blessed to share our memories of David in this recording. Enjoy!
Also Featuring
Gene Walker on Tenor Sax…He began performing & touring in 1958. In 1965 he toured with The Beatles while in the King Curtis Orchestra.
Kelly Crum-Delaveris on Vocals…An extraordinary singer, Kelly has performed with the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, The Columbus Symphony Orchestra, and as the opening act for Tony Bennett, Joan Rivers, Sarah Vaughn and Buddy DeFranco.
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author: Rene Malines
To be perfectly honest, the only reason I bought this CD is because Popovich recorded on some of Sean Carney's CDs, and he has Sean guest on guitar here on a couple of tracks.
I had no idea this was going to be a jazz album with many fine guests including several vocalists, and Gene Walker whom I heard play blues and rhythm & blues before, but never jazz, and he does a great job doing just that here.
Not to mention the late David Sibley, a musician's musician in his own right, on upright bass.
Add Popovich's own fine brilliant playing on piano & organ, and you got yourself a fine album of swinging classic jazz that I'm truly enjoying right now ! :D
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