Shawn Posted March 31, 2008 Report Posted March 31, 2008 I work at a hotel, so I see my share of uninspired DJ's and crappy cover bands come through the various weddings, anniversaries, birthday parties, church socials, etc. But every once in awhile... A couple months ago I went in for a Saturday morning event, when I walked into the ballroom I saw a beautiful Hammond B3 in the corner. A little while later an older gentelman came in and started playing it (very well I might add), when he took a break I walked over and struck up a conversation. I asked him about the B3 and he said he bought it brand new in 1959 and they've been constant companions ever since! I asked him who his main influences on organ were and he stated Milt Buckner and Bill Doggett! He's evidently lived and played music here in Hampton Roads his entire life. He leads a little combo called "The Jazz Masters" and their slogan on their business cards is "just plain good music". I got to hear bits and pieces of their performance and was very impressed. They play mostly standards, but the arrangements are quirky and original. They're the real deal. Jesse's playing actually reminded me of Shirley Scott. I'm hoping to be able to catch them at some local gigs in the future. I'd like to record these guys... Quote
Niko Posted March 31, 2008 Report Posted March 31, 2008 great story... wish they had sound samples! http://thejazzmasters.org/page4.html Quote
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