TURNING POINT: "Live" DVD

Turning Point

"Live" DVD

© 2002 Nedsville Publishing, ASCAP

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High energy instrumental music with an ethnic flare.

tracks

1 Columbian Queen
2 El Greko
3 Estrella
4 Hot n' Spicy #3
5 Thanatopsis
6 Inside Out
7 Tribal Voices
8 Vou Ja De'
9 Union

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ABOUT TURNING POINT

Turning Point is a contemporary instrumental group based in Phoenix, Arizona that mixes jazz with elements of world music and rock. The idea for the band was conceived by the guitar and bass duo of brothers Thano and Demitri Sahnas. When the two met drummer/percussionist John Herrera and keyboardist Steve Culp on separate gigs shortly after, Turning Point was formed. The goal was simple: play the kind of instrumental music that they would listen to.

With four albums of original material, a live CD and DVD, and a Christmas record, that simple concept has become a cottage industry that keeps Turning Point on the road 150 dates a year and has sold 50,000 records independently.

"We're a bunch of 80s rock players playing instrumental music in a smooth jazz format. We try to go as far outside the box as we can," said Thano Sahnas.

That attitude has allowed Turning Point to share the stage with some of the greatest names in smooth jazz and R&B such as Earth Wind and Fire, The Commodores, James Brown, Boney James, Craig Chaquico, Bobby Caldwell, Earl Klugh, Gato Barbieri, Spyro Gyra, Warren Hill, Rick Braun, Peter White, Richard Elliott, Brian Bromberg, Kim Waters, The Rippingtons, Down to the Bone, Michael McDonald and many others.


THE BAND

Steve Culp -keyboards
John Herrera - drums/percussion
Demitri Sahnas - bass
Thano Sahnas - guitar


WHAT THE PRESS SAYS


"A top notch CD with unique stylistic changes. Who cares if you've never heard of these guys? This disc is great!" -- Smooth Jazz News

"...Exploring the far reaches of the smooth jazz genre...a well rounded sound that will keep jazz fans at rapt attention through repeated listenings." -- Tucson Lifestyle

"...dives right into many different styles of jazz, giving us some Latin influences, high energy eclectic pieces and creative instrumentals." -- Today's Arizona Woman

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  • The most refreshing music that I've seen on DVD since SRV.
    author: kevin

    I spotted a review of Turning Point on TV & was really excited with there AWESOME music.Here in NZ this caliber of Rock/Jazz/Latin instrumental music doesn't exist so I got this live DVD.Hope you guys get over to NZ for a tour sometime. Meantime will be getting more Turning Point Cd's.

  • Great group, great DVD!
    author: Don Watson

    What a great group, what a great DVD. I just discovered this talented group of musicians. Great spirit, technique and intriguing melodies. I really appreciated the DVD, since I live in the Northeast and they do not appear to tour in this part of the country. I am a big fan of David Benoit, the Rippingtons, Eric Mariethal, Ultrablue, and now, Turning Point!!!

  • Now You can see HOW IT IS DONE!
    author: James Lee

    I have seen Turning Point Live many times. This is an excellent opportunity to be ON STAGE with the band.If you love music you will love this dvd. From guitar to bass to drums to keys each member is not only showcased but they all SHINE !

  • awesome stuff
    author: anthony toohey

    have one of their CD's - wondered how they would perform tracks live - blown out of my socks by Dvd!!!! Great performance, great music, great band - pity not readily available in South Africa -

  • Truly impressed.
    author: Doug Sokoll

    The best CD released in years by anyone. I would not have believed this was only 4 people if i hadn't seen it for myself. Their equally matched talents really shine. This is a must buy.

  • author: Teri

    Saw them in Arizona. Turning Point is AWESOME!!

  • Know it is awesome, saw them live in Vegas, not home yet to review
    author: Daniel Shuey

    Not sure other review came through, so I wanted to make sure. We caught them live in Vegas and had a personal conversation with the drummer. Can't wait to get home and review. Know it will be awesome as we downloaded the music from their web site and are still in awe. Can't wait, sure we are going to love it.

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