Avery Sharpe is one of his generations greatest and most imaginative bassist. His unique and versatile style, have captured the respect and attention of musicians and critics. His influence is mimicked and embodied by those who have followed him. The Great Jazz pianist , McCoy Tyner was once asked to describe Avery Sharpe in two words, his response was "Impeccable Rhythm". Avery continues to touch fans around the world with his distinct and enjoyable musical style.
Community performances
I Am My Neighbor’s Keeper, that highlights “concern and compassion for each other,” intended to recognize our common humanity at a time when there are deep divisions in the country.
Sharpe and collaborating musicians and artists will perform 10 compositions that will combine bass, voice, drums, piano, two violins, a cello, a percussionist and an African dancer into ten movements. The music will be laden with Jazz, Blues, Latin, African and Gospel idioms.
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Jazz musician Avery Sharpe and his band perform a special concert at the Hampden County Correctional Center. Photo credit Masslive.com.
Hampden County sheriff Nick Cocchi greets jazz musician Avery Sharpe before a special concert at the Correctional Center in Ludlow.
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—John S. Wilson, the New York Times
—Mike Ervin, JazzIz
—Sunsh Stein, JazzTimes
—Jim Fuller, Minneapolis Star and Tribune
—Jim Roberts, Guitar Player
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Avery Sharpe is available for Concerts, Festivals, Colleges, Master Classes, Film Scores, Commissions for Jazz Ensembles, Gospel Choirs, Chamber Groups and Symphonies.
For general booking, contact:
TMO Entertainment
(908) 868-1322
tmoentertainment@gmail.com
Avery G. Sharpe
Jade Enterprises/JKNM Records
P.O. Box 177
Amherst, MA 01004
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