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“From the bandstands of greats such as pianist Ellis Marsalis, organist Joey DeFrancesco, saxophonist Donald Harrison, Jr., drummer Mike Clark, drummer/vibraphonist Jason Marsalis, trombonist Steve Turre, pianist Cyrus Chestnut, trumpeter Raymond Williams, and many others - Drummer/Pianist STEPHEN GORDON returns to his hometown, assembling a new, vibrant quartet, to explore the inner workings of his original compositions and inquisition into storytelling at its highest form.”
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“From the bandstands of greats such as pianist Ellis Marsalis, organist Joey DeFrancesco, saxophonist Donald Harrison, Jr., drummer Mike Clark, drummer/vibraphonist Jason Marsalis, trombonist Steve Turre, pianist Cyrus Chestnut, trumpeter Raymond Williams, and many others - Drummer/Pianist STEPHEN GORDON returns to his hometown, assembling a new, vibrant quartet, to explore the inner workings of his original compositions and inquisition into storytelling at its highest form.”
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“From the bandstands of greats such as pianist Ellis Marsalis, organist Joey DeFrancesco, saxophonist Donald Harrison, Jr., drummer Mike Clark, drummer/vibraphonist Jason Marsalis, trombonist Steve Turre, pianist Cyrus Chestnut, trumpeter Raymond Williams, and many others - Drummer/Pianist STEPHEN GORDON returns to his hometown, assembling a new, vibrant quartet, to explore the inner workings of his original compositions and inquisition into storytelling at its highest form.”
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“From the bandstands of greats such as pianist Ellis Marsalis, organist Joey DeFrancesco, saxophonist Donald Harrison, Jr., drummer Mike Clark, drummer/vibraphonist Jason Marsalis, trombonist Steve Turre, pianist Cyrus Chestnut, trumpeter Raymond Williams, and many others - Drummer/Pianist STEPHEN GORDON returns to his hometown, assembling a new, vibrant quartet, to explore the inner workings of his original compositions and inquisition into storytelling at its highest form.”
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Fuel your body and move your soul! With classic gospel playlists and live gospel performances featuring special guests. Be prepared to feast on inspirational music that will surely move your body and fuel your soul.
ARTrepreneur, El Lambert is a professional performer, accomplished musician, event curator, and creative consultant from Martinsburg, West Virginia. Raised as the son of a Pastor, El (whose real name is Ellis) began studying music and performance at the age of 5 and by the time he was 14, he was the Music Director of the entire church. Also at the age of 14, El started his first company! He would contract himself locally as a Singer, Pianist, Producer, and Songwriter for local artists and churches. It was also in high school where he was selected for All-State Chorus and won multiple awards as a performer for various Show Choir Competitions.
After college, El moved to Washington, D.C. to pursue a career in the entertainment business as a Marketing Director for an Independent Film Company. During his time in D.C, he also worked for Congresswoman Frederica Wilson on Capitol Hill as a Legislative Intern, researching Educational Strategies & Constituent Relations. Once he completed these assignments, he began curating and promoting various events around the city. He was no longer performing, but began managing local talent, from singers to comedians. By the time El turned 24, his events business generated 6 figure revenues and was partnered with some of the premier brands in the D.C Area. In addition to his performances and events, El began creating platforms for artists and creative entrepreneurs to network, learn, and expose their talents on a larger scale. His passions led him to work with some great artists, brands, and businesses such as Musiq Soulchild, Raheem DeVaughn, Carolyn Malachi, Funsho (of the Voice), The Howard Theater, Ciroc Vodka, Deleon Tequila, and many more!
In 2017, El relocated to Charlotte, North Carolina with a mission to “Build a sustainable ecosystem for Creative Entrepreneurs to live, grow, and expand their businesses and careers.” In just 2 years, El’s businesses have grown tremendously and he’s performed in almost 500 shows in this region for tens thousands of people! He spends much of his time consulting, training, and teaching creatives and business owners how to maximize their opportunities both on and offline. El is passionate about entrepreneurship and creatively generating revenue and in April 2020, he became the founder of “Communities In Concert,” a partnership with the city of Charlotte, Music Everywhere, and AvidXchange in an effort to combat the financial strain of
COVID on local musicians, bands, and performers! He believes that if we help each other we can all #ELevate and Achieve together!
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Music Is His Gift. Rodney “Keys” Shelton is the quiet storm in the music industry. Rodney began his career at the tender age of 13. Deriving from humble beginnings as a native of Martinsville Virginia, Rodney started his own band and while performing at schools and local clubs, he landed his first gig opening for artists “Betty Wright and King Floyd”.
While pursing a degree at Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, North Carolina, Rodney continue to develop his gift of music. Unwearingly in his work ethic, the young Rodney Shelton started touring the east coast with the show band “Time Square” and only after a few years of touring, Rodney moved into his calling as a songwriter/producer creating hundreds of songs for signed artist.
In the early 90’s after meeting with the Legendary Music promoter/manager “Howard Rosen”, that Rosen encounter lead to another encounter with the Legendary producer Stewart Levine and Jolie Jones (daughter of Quincy Jones) in king a production deal.
With the legends at work, shopping “the demo” to top record labels, the band “Curio” signed a deal with Motown records. During the recording of their album, the band unique sound, the band performed in the HIT movie “Another 48 hours” featuring Eddie Murphy, doing three songs on the movie soundtrack.
While signed to Motown, Rodney met R&B singer “Keith Washington” and along with Marsha Jenkins wrote the NOW platinum record “Kissing You”, which after 20 years is still rocking the airwaves!
As a successful award winning, musician/producer/songwriter/composer, Rodney has a list of musical talents he has work with over his career. Artists like Keith Washington, James Brown, Howard Hewitt, CeCe Peniston, Stephanie Mills, KC Haley (Jodeci), Billy Griffin, Barbara Weathers, Maria Howell and many others…
When it comes to the live stage, Rodney has performed with Anthony Hamilton, Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, Roberta Flack, Johnny Gill, The Ohio Players, Ronnie Laws, The Emotions and the list goes on!
As the quiet storm, Rodney has trail blazed his own path with a winning sound. His utilization of live instruments is featured on his own cd “MY Gift”!
Rodney music has recently been, featured on the OWN network show “Mrs. T Music Factory” and his music project with artist James Michael Brown is currently in the top 20’s.
Rodney continues to elevate his level and passion by sharing his Gift and love of……MUSIC!!
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Curtis Wingfield is a drummer and composer based in Charlotte, NC. His first solo EP, Foreword (featuring Ron Brendle on upright bass and Chad Lawson on piano), is available on all streaming platforms. Curtis received his first drum kit for Christmas at age 3. At age 4, he started studying piano and continued that until age 11, competing in national classical piano competitions. At age 11, he returned to the drums then continued his music education as a percussion performance major at East Carolina University, where he also concentrated on jazz composition.
In 1999, Curtis moved to Charlotte, NC and that’s when his career as an in-demand drummer started. Playing in several different bands at any given time period, he also began periodically touring nationally with Bellyfull, Gonzilla (whose alumni include Jazz-Fusion heavyweights Allan Holdsworth, Gary Husband, Hansford Rowe III, and Kai Eckhardt), and The Afromotive (a Jazz-Afrobeat group with leaders from Cote d'Ivoire, West Africa, with which he received acclaim from both DRUM! and Modern Drummer magazines). During this time, Curtis was also a successful, in-demand, private drum teacher.
Today, Curtis remains a highly in-demand freelance drummer for both live and studio sessions, as well as composing, recording, and performing his own original music.
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Curtis Wingfield is a drummer and composer based in Charlotte, NC. His first solo EP, Foreword (featuring Ron Brendle on upright bass and Chad Lawson on piano), is available on all streaming platforms. Curtis received his first drum kit for Christmas at age 3. At age 4, he started studying piano and continued that until age 11, competing in national classical piano competitions. At age 11, he returned to the drums then continued his music education as a percussion performance major at East Carolina University, where he also concentrated on jazz composition.
In 1999, Curtis moved to Charlotte, NC and that’s when his career as an in-demand drummer started. Playing in several different bands at any given time period, he also began periodically touring nationally with Bellyfull, Gonzilla (whose alumni include Jazz-Fusion heavyweights Allan Holdsworth, Gary Husband, Hansford Rowe III, and Kai Eckhardt), and The Afromotive (a Jazz-Afrobeat group with leaders from Cote d'Ivoire, West Africa, with which he received acclaim from both DRUM! and Modern Drummer magazines). During this time, Curtis was also a successful, in-demand, private drum teacher.
Today, Curtis remains a highly in-demand freelance drummer for both live and studio sessions, as well as composing, recording, and performing his own original music.
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Curtis Wingfield is a drummer and composer based in Charlotte, NC. His first solo EP, Foreword (featuring Ron Brendle on upright bass and Chad Lawson on piano), is available on all streaming platforms. Curtis received his first drum kit for Christmas at age 3. At age 4, he started studying piano and continued that until age 11, competing in national classical piano competitions. At age 11, he returned to the drums then continued his music education as a percussion performance major at East Carolina University, where he also concentrated on jazz composition.
In 1999, Curtis moved to Charlotte, NC and that’s when his career as an in-demand drummer started. Playing in several different bands at any given time period, he also began periodically touring nationally with Bellyfull, Gonzilla (whose alumni include Jazz-Fusion heavyweights Allan Holdsworth, Gary Husband, Hansford Rowe III, and Kai Eckhardt), and The Afromotive (a Jazz-Afrobeat group with leaders from Cote d'Ivoire, West Africa, with which he received acclaim from both DRUM! and Modern Drummer magazines). During this time, Curtis was also a successful, in-demand, private drum teacher.
Today, Curtis remains a highly in-demand freelance drummer for both live and studio sessions, as well as composing, recording, and performing his own original music.
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Craft cocktails and small plates begin at 6:00 pm.
Seating includes the club & patio and is first-come at the door. Only Baby Grand Members qualify for preferred seating. Learn more about Middle C Jazz memberships.
Curtis Wingfield is a drummer and composer based in Charlotte, NC. His first solo EP, Foreword (featuring Ron Brendle on upright bass and Chad Lawson on piano), is available on all streaming platforms. Curtis received his first drum kit for Christmas at age 3. At age 4, he started studying piano and continued that until age 11, competing in national classical piano competitions. At age 11, he returned to the drums then continued his music education as a percussion performance major at East Carolina University, where he also concentrated on jazz composition.
In 1999, Curtis moved to Charlotte, NC and that’s when his career as an in-demand drummer started. Playing in several different bands at any given time period, he also began periodically touring nationally with Bellyfull, Gonzilla (whose alumni include Jazz-Fusion heavyweights Allan Holdsworth, Gary Husband, Hansford Rowe III, and Kai Eckhardt), and The Afromotive (a Jazz-Afrobeat group with leaders from Cote d'Ivoire, West Africa, with which he received acclaim from both DRUM! and Modern Drummer magazines). During this time, Curtis was also a successful, in-demand, private drum teacher.
Today, Curtis remains a highly in-demand freelance drummer for both live and studio sessions, as well as composing, recording, and performing his own original music.
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Grammy Nominated Producer and Songwriter Rodney Shelton on keys, Eric Brice on guitar, and Brian Houze on drums featuring Gena Chambers!
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Music Is His Gift. Rodney “Keys” Shelton is the quiet storm in the music industry. Rodney began his career at the tender age of 13. Deriving from humble beginnings as a native of Martinsville Virginia, Rodney started his own band and while performing at schools and local clubs, he landed his first gig opening for artists “Betty Wright and King Floyd”.
While pursing a degree at Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, North Carolina, Rodney continue to develop his gift of music. Unwearingly in his work ethic, the young Rodney Shelton started touring the east coast with the show band “Time Square” and only after a few years of touring, Rodney moved into his calling as a songwriter/producer creating hundreds of songs for signed artist.
In the early 90’s after meeting with the Legendary Music promoter/manager “Howard Rosen”, that Rosen encounter lead to another encounter with the Legendary producer Stewart Levine and Jolie Jones (daughter of Quincy Jones) in king a production deal.
With the legends at work, shopping “the demo” to top record labels, the band “Curio” signed a deal with Motown records. During the recording of their album, the band unique sound, the band performed in the HIT movie “Another 48 hours” featuring Eddie Murphy, doing three songs on the movie soundtrack.
While signed to Motown, Rodney met R&B singer “Keith Washington” and along with Marsha Jenkins wrote the NOW platinum record “Kissing You”, which after 20 years is still rocking the airwaves!
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Terence Young has earned the reputation of one of the most talented and electrifying Lead Guitarist in the world
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Terence Young has earned the reputation of one of the most talented and electrifying Lead Guitarist in the world. He has released 10 cds to date, ranging from Smooth Jazz and R&B, to gospel, Christmas, instrumental rock, and his original guitar compositions.
Terence has shared the stage with countless renowned recording artists, including, The Temptations, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Patti Labelle, Gladys Knight, BabyFace, Charlie Wilson, Envogue, Morris Day and the Time, Al Jarreau, Roberta Flack, George Duke, Rachelle Ferrell, Gerald Albright, Clarence Carter and Joe Sample. In addition to performing with these top talents, Terence has also performed with and was Music Director for the Legendary Ashford and Simpson, Lenny Williams, Aaron Hall and Angie Stone, to name a few. Terence's talent can be heard on the Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute CD with R&B Queen, Angie Stone.
Terence has been called on to perform the National Anthem at the NBA and various college Games, and he was the featured artist at the NAMM, the National Association of Music Merchants. He has received several prestigious awards, including a Humanitarian Award.
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Terence Young has earned the reputation of one of the most talented and electrifying Lead Guitarist in the world
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Terence Young has earned the reputation of one of the most talented and electrifying Lead Guitarist in the world. He has released 10 cds to date, ranging from Smooth Jazz and R&B, to gospel, Christmas, instrumental rock, and his original guitar compositions.
Terence has shared the stage with countless renowned recording artists, including, The Temptations, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Patti Labelle, Gladys Knight, BabyFace, Charlie Wilson, Envogue, Morris Day and the Time, Al Jarreau, Roberta Flack, George Duke, Rachelle Ferrell, Gerald Albright, Clarence Carter and Joe Sample. In addition to performing with these top talents, Terence has also performed with and was Music Director for the Legendary Ashford and Simpson, Lenny Williams, Aaron Hall and Angie Stone, to name a few. Terence's talent can be heard on the Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute CD with R&B Queen, Angie Stone.
Terence has been called on to perform the National Anthem at the NBA and various college Games, and he was the featured artist at the NAMM, the National Association of Music Merchants. He has received several prestigious awards, including a Humanitarian Award.
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Terence Young has earned the reputation of one of the most talented and electrifying Lead Guitarist in the world
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Terence Young has earned the reputation of one of the most talented and electrifying Lead Guitarist in the world. He has released 10 cds to date, ranging from Smooth Jazz and R&B, to gospel, Christmas, instrumental rock, and his original guitar compositions.
Terence has shared the stage with countless renowned recording artists, including, The Temptations, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Patti Labelle, Gladys Knight, BabyFace, Charlie Wilson, Envogue, Morris Day and the Time, Al Jarreau, Roberta Flack, George Duke, Rachelle Ferrell, Gerald Albright, Clarence Carter and Joe Sample. In addition to performing with these top talents, Terence has also performed with and was Music Director for the Legendary Ashford and Simpson, Lenny Williams, Aaron Hall and Angie Stone, to name a few. Terence's talent can be heard on the Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute CD with R&B Queen, Angie Stone.
Terence has been called on to perform the National Anthem at the NBA and various college Games, and he was the featured artist at the NAMM, the National Association of Music Merchants. He has received several prestigious awards, including a Humanitarian Award.
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Terence Young has earned the reputation of one of the most talented and electrifying Lead Guitarist in the world
Terence Young has earned the reputation of one of the most talented and electrifying Lead Guitarist in the world. He has released 10 cds to date, ranging from Smooth Jazz and R&B, to gospel, Christmas, instrumental rock, and his original guitar compositions.
Terence has shared the stage with countless renowned recording artists, including, The Temptations, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Patti Labelle, Gladys Knight, BabyFace, Charlie Wilson, Envogue, Morris Day and the Time, Al Jarreau, Roberta Flack, George Duke, Rachelle Ferrell, Gerald Albright, Clarence Carter and Joe Sample. In addition to performing with these top talents, Terence has also performed with and was Music Director for the Legendary Ashford and Simpson, Lenny Williams, Aaron Hall and Angie Stone, to name a few. Terence's talent can be heard on the Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute CD with R&B Queen, Angie Stone.
Terence has been called on to perform the National Anthem at the NBA and various college Games, and he was the featured artist at the NAMM, the National Association of Music Merchants. He has received several prestigious awards, including a Humanitarian Award.
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Born in Belo Horizonte ( which means ‘beautiful horizon’), the third largest city in Brazil, Reinaldo Brahn picked up the family guitar at age 12, curiously strummed its chords, and was hooked. He taught himself traditional Musica Mineira, the rhythms of his native state Minas Gerais. Gaining experience playing and singing at festivals, bars and restaurants, he worked with the renowned Brazilian vocal group Soul Makube before embarking on a solo career. Reinaldo's experiences and collaboration with other musicians created his signature style which infuses classic Brazilian rhythms - Samba & Bossa Nova - with Funk and Jazz.
Reinaldo toured his original music throughout Brazil, and then brought his artistry to the United States. Arriving in Charlotte, North Carolina, in October 2007, he quickly introduced his Brazilian roots to the local scene. He creatively applies robust Brazilian style to popular American music with a truly inspiring result. Reinaldo's specialties include singing and playing authentic Brazilian music, including Musica Popular Brasileira (MPB) and classic Sambas, as well as performing American pop songs with a strong Brazilian influence. Veteran percussionist and producer Jim Brock refers to Reinaldo Brahn as "the new voice of Brazil".
CD releases:
• “Web Brasil”, released in 2000
• "Ao Vivo no Tocos", a collaborative effort released in 2004
• "A Procura da Razao acoustic”, released in 2009
• "Brasileiro Soul" released with Reference Recording label in 2011, collaborating with some of the finest
American musicians
• Coming soon – 2019 – Reinaldo’s first all-original, English album called “Impossible Land”!
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Since 2014, this South Carolina based all-star tribute to Hall and Oates has been performing sharp, well rehearsed, and wildly fun sets of all your favorite hits from the best selling duo of all time. Comprised of vocalist Trey Francis, guitarist Dave Grimm, bassist Jesse Anderson, drummer Sean Bing, and multi-instrumentalists Alan Brisendine and Andy Greenberg, the band has earned praise from fans and critics since their first show together.
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Since 2014, this South Carolina based all-star tribute to Hall and Oates has been performing sharp, well rehearsed, and wildly fun sets of all your favorite hits from the best selling duo of all time. Comprised of vocalist Trey Francis, guitarist Dave Grimm, bassist Jesse Anderson, drummer Sean Bing, and multi-instrumentalists Alan Brisendine and Andy Greenberg, the band has earned praise from fans and critics since their first show together.
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NOEL FREIDLINE (Bandleader/Piano)…pianist, vocalist, writer, arranger and educator, doesn’t come close to all things Noel Freidline! As a Magna Cum Laude graduate of the University of North Florida, with a BA in Music, Noel has been the bandleader of The Noel Freidline Quintet for over 26 years. He has numerous recordings to his credit, and has performed at jazz festivals from the Jacksonville Jazz Festival (FL)…to the Montreux Jazz Festival (Switzerland)…not to mention, a 3-year stint at the world famous Bellagio in Las Vegas, as the house band, leading his NFQ, where he performed for actress Julia Robert’s surprise 35th birthday party.
In February of 2018, Noel released his eighth album, “Old Devil Moon”, a collaboration with vocalist, Maria Howell. Noel performs regularly with the Charlotte Symphony, both as a featured artist, and ensemble member. He has performed with touring Broadway shows, such as, “Jersey Boys”, “Bring It On”, “Dream Girls”, “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”, “White Christmas”, “Les Miserable”, “Wicked” and, “Beautiful”. Also, he served as Assistant Music Director for “First Date”. With the NFQ, Noel has opened for such legendary artists as Tony Bennett, David Sanborn, Kenny G, Rosemary Clooney, Dave Brubeck, vocalist Layla Hathaway, jazz legend Roy Ayers, and vocalist Jennifer Holliday. Noel has performed with such diverse artists as Nnenna Freelon, Frederic Yonnet, Terry Thornton, and lyricist Sir Tim Rice (“Evita”, “The Lion King”).
Noel was named Best Jazz Musician by Charlotte Magazine in 2006 and in 2009 and was named “Best Musical Director”, by the Metrolina Theatre Association of the Carolinas. In 2011 Freidline was chosen for the Blumenthal Performing Arts Association - Center Stage Award (Charlotte, NC), in recognition of his excellence in service to the arts. And in May, 2015, Noel Freidline was inducted into the Jacksonville Jazz Hall of Fame.
MARIA HOWELL (Vocals)…for over 35 years, this petite NC native, who splits her time between both the east coast and the west coast, has developed her career as a singer, actor, and voiceover artist. Her debut acting role was the choir soloist in the Oscar Nominated film, “The Color Purple”. She has gone on to appear in hit TV shows as Lifetime’s “Army Wives”, NBC’s “Revolution”, and CBS’s “Criminal Minds”. Feature films…“The Blind Side”, “Hidden Figures”, and “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire”. As a song stylist, Maria has shared the musical stage with legendary artists as, Nancy Wilson, George Benson, Ray Charles, Earl Klugh, brothers Ronnie and Hubert Laws, and veteran actor/singer, Keith David.
Adrian Crutchfield is known around the world for his neo-soul sound – creating music in a variety of genres such as jazz, R&B, pop, funk, soul, hip hop, and fusion.
His high energy show brings a diversity to jazz never seen before with music for every generation! Adrian takes pride in bringing a new and powerful sound, merging jazz with today’s pop and hip hop.
