KCJ - piano, guitar, voice, percussion and a little fiddle. In three different bands I am thrilled to be joined by some top notch players: ALBEE TELLONE - a walking music encyclopedia. He shines on mandolin, guitar and bass.
DEEANN GILLESPIE -- an awesome violinist whose playing will simply give you goose bumps and she sings too! Whether it's sweet old time music, sultry swing or firey gypsy tunes - this girl can do it right!
GRESHEM McMILLON - a maniac on upright bass! What a joy to play with.
CHARLIE WHITE - a hot player, and sought after Nashville session man. He keeps us on our toes with his outstanding guitar and vocal work.
Also, in the all girl, old-time string band PATCHWORK, I am so lucky to raise heck with CHA POOL, CRYSTAL MCCOOL, and MARY TANGEN-GIGER What a hoot these gals are!
Influences
Ann Rabson, Marcia Ball, Pete Seeger, Bonnie Raitt, Deana Bogart, Arlo Guthrie, Nanci Griffith, Steve Goodman, Fats Waller. Kelly Hunt, Cat Stevens, John Prine, Carole King, Elton John
Sounds Like
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Music Background . . .
I began the gigging life playing piano at a sing-a-long beach bar in North Carolina. From there I went on to playing all kinds of venues for all kinds of folks, including lots of children's programs. Music has brought so many people and experiences into my life that I would have not known otherwise (like crewing on a 108 year old Chesapeake Schooner), and for that I am thankful.
My interests include blues, folk, rock, bluegrass, swing, etc . . . These days I am especially drawn towards the ragtime blues and swing of the 30's and 40's. I love to write and my songs come out in as many varied styles as my interests. I released my first CD ‘a little wiser'* in 2000. It is collection of my earlier originals, recorded with some great North Carolina friends. I currently have 3 more projects that I'm working on (in my ever-so-manic way): an old timey piano CD, a children's album and another collection of more current originals.
These days I am traveling with my family a great deal so it is challenging to do much gigging or maintain a steady band. But I am very blessed with a great group of talented musician friends to play with when I'm home. Some of us perform regularly at the Ozark Folk Center (ozarkfolkcenter.com), an Arkansas state park dedicated to preserving the traditional music and crafts of the region.
* ‘a little wiser' is available for listening or purchase at cdbaby.com/kcj or itunes.com.
Personal Info . . .
I am married to a fine fellow and between us we have 5 kids (4 that I gave birth to). We have a mountaintop farm in North Central Arkansas surrounded by lots of family. Other interests include growing blueberries, midwifery and building stuff. I especially enjoy carving out trails for hiking and biking and creating meditation spaces.
More detailed info will be posted soon at blueberrytunes.com. More sound clips can be heard at itunes or cdbaby.com.
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Howdy Kathy, Have ya'll got any snow yet? Those Saint Vitus Dance Band videos are great. When I was a youngster my grandmother used to tell me that I had Saint Vitus Dance! I think it means I can't stay still! I trust all is well with you and yours. Peace, Good Things, Denver Twigg
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Thanks for joining Odie's House of Blues. It ain't no secret anymore, Odie's is Arkansas' first all blues club with fine dining, great vibes, live blues on two stages and an open BLUES JAM SESSION EVERY THRUSDAY 9 PM. Just a few blocks south of Oaklawn, on Central Ave. Come join the fun, and tell your friends; Jammin' the blues is just alright at Odie's House of Blues. Be sure to subscribe to our blogs, to get all the blues updates. More details at Blues Guitar News www.bluesguitarnews.com Psst pass the word, blues is alive and well in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Get your guitar out of the closet, and come out to the Thursday jam session.
How I LOVE IT when the music magic reconnects part of the endless circle of bard kin. It's so nice to hear from you, and tho I have to get moving in another second, I can't wait to stop by later , to spend a little more time.
Bless you, your family, your music and the roads you travel, Kitty
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