On "From This Place" (the upcoming sacred music recording): Donny McCaslin, saxes; John Patitucci, bass; Scott Latzky, drums. Upcoming tracks will also feature Laila Biali, Peter Eldridge, and Kate McGarry, all on vocals.
The New York quartet: Donny McCaslin, soprano and tenor sax; Dave Ambrosio, bass; Vince Cherico, drums.
When you listen to "Wide Open Window," you'll be hearing Donny McCaslin along with Chicagoans Jon Paul on bass and Tom Hipskind on drums.
Influences
Shirley Horn, Danilo Perez, Ed Simon, Elis Regina, Djavan, Monica Salmaso, Joni Mitchell, Stevie Wonder, Fred Hammond, Billy Childs, Jovino Santos Neto, Toninho Horta, John Taylor, Kenny Wheeler, Nana and Dori Caymmi, Ivan Lins, Kate McGarry, Fred Hersch
I'm a pianist/composer/vocalist living in New York. I play jazz that comes from a lot of different influences: brazilian, afro-cuban, gospel, classical. I was a classical piano major in college but started playing jazz by studying with a prof who was a great jazz tenor saxophonist. After college, I moved to Chicago and played there for four years before making the move to NYC in 1997. My in-the-works fourth recording, "From This Place," focuses on my sacred jazz. I've posted some of the tracks here, along with tracks from my other recordings. To hear and read more, visit deannajazz.com.
July 2nd I'll be teaching a music seminar up in New Hampshire, but I will definitely see you before the Sept. gig. I don't suppose there is any chance John P. will be at the CFAN gig???
Wow, lady! I would love to do your "Christ The Light" at a Mass at my Parish, I wonder what folks would say? All I know is...I love your music, and I'm even happier to have you as a friend here on MySpace! :)
your music is wonderfull. I really like what you sing and play. It..s a honour to be your friend. Thank you very much for the kind comment and to accept my request. I see that you can speak portuguese as well. Best wishes from Brazil,
Olá Deanna, Obrigada pelo convite! É um prazer ser sua amiga. Parabéns pelo seu trabalho e te desejo muito sucesso. Mantenha contato. Beijos do Brasil, Beth
Thanks Deanna!! Unfortunately, I wasn't able to work out getting up to Toronto for IAJE, but I might actually be in NYC on the 16th. I'll definitely check out your gig at Sweet Rhythm if I'm in town! Really looking forward to hearing you, and I hope we can play again soon!
Hey hey, what's up! Good to meet you at Frank's thing the a few weeks ago. Your insight into the world of Jazz piano competitions was very good! I like the cd, I appreciate you trading with me. I also like this wide open window track on your page, too. Hope to see you soon, all the best!
AWESOME,WONDERFUL...HOOOORAY!! Can't WAIT to hear everything you do....I LOVE IT..love you even MORE! SO NICE to hear from you, hope to see/hear you in Chi-Town asap! Keep me posted! Our home always here for you....always!!
Hung out w/Joy Curry @WETN while SPASENIE BAND from Belrus was in the area...did 2 shows with her, with them! FUN! Crazy....KEEP IN TOUCH!! SO GLAD for you dearest....
JOYOUS DAYS AHEAD!! HOOOOOOOORAY! Our daughter Adriel is headed out to LA early Jan to begin recording process with RCA....life! IT IS AMAZING! God's grace ao stunning.......
i will be up in sunny, warm toronto and i would love to hear more about the sacred music of mary lou williams. tony gairo and i will probably be fighting over who gets to leave the booth, but i'm bigger than he is and i grew up in the city so put your bets on me. c u there.
ola Decanna, obrigado por add sua musica é muito bonita. quando vc estiver por aqui é só avisar q digo onde vai ter as apresentaçoes, e parabens pelo seu portugues saudaçoes do Brasil
hey Deanna, thanks for your kind words. have a great trip then. what kind of workshop are you doing in Recife? let me know when you're back. bao viagem peace cc
Hey Deanna- sorry we didn't connect last night. My phone died :( I would still definitely like to get together with you before I head back. I'll give you a call when I find a phone charger!
