Akira Tana -- one of today's most sought-after drummers on the international jazz scene. Recognized for his ability to ignite the spark of many top rhythm sections and create pure musical dialogue with mainstay soloists, his colorful interactive style has led to concert, club and recording work with jazz greats such as Sonny Rollins, Sonny Stitt, Manhattan Transferk, Zoot Sims, Hubert Laws, Milt Jackson, Jim Hall, Art Farmer, the Paul Winter Consort, Paquito De Rivera, James Moody, J.J. Johnson and Lena Horne. He has appeared on over 100 recordings.
Sean Smith -- Bassist and computer, has been part of the international jazz scene for over 13 years. In addition to leading his own quartet, Sean has performed with many jazz superstars inlcuding Gerry Mulligan, Phil Woods, Benny Carter, Flip Phillips, Clark Terry, Lee Konitz, Art Farmer and tom Harrel. He has been the accompanist of choice for such world-renowned vocalists as Peggy Lee, Rosemary Clooney and Mark Murphy.
Myspace Layouts at MySpaceSupport.com / MySpace BackgroundsPatrick Poladian was born in Paris, France of Armenian heritage and came of age in the sixties, during a time of intense social and cultural (r)evolution, which strongly influenced the development of his musical interests. Free improvisation and the absence of defined structure were the musical bill of the day, standing in contrast to a conservative, well-established society. With his brother Jean Poladian (trumpet), he formed a quintet, playing at the Riverbop Club, at the Latin Quarter, and recording live at Maison de la Radio in Paris.
In the 80's, Patrick moved to the U.S., completing his academic studies and received a Master's degree in Music Education. As a working pianist in New York, Patrick felt a need to play in different musical veins, not only for reasons for financial survival, but I order to enrich his understanding of the Black American as well as other musical traditions.
He was musical director of the show "Not Just Another Pretty Face" and took part in a Duke Ellington memorial concert, led by Mercer Ellington. He also performed with Reggie Workman, Arthur Blythe, Art Farmer, Wayne Dockery, Leon Thomas and the late Beaver Harris and Clarence Sharp. His involvement has included creating a live improvised musical accompaniment to a dance performance at the Merce Cunningham Studio, together with trumpeter Roy Campbell.
Patrick has his own record label (Voyage Music)
Discography:
The Paris-Manhattan Trio Interplay (Voyage Music Label)
The Chabak Trio (Voyage Music Label)
Comfort Me Blue (Voyage Music Label)
Comfort Me Blue CD available on CDBaby.com and iTunes
I just wanted to take the time out to Bless You and Yours with a Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving. Let us all enjoy each other and make it a Blessed Life for we truly don’t know what tomorrow will bring. Let us say our “I Love You” and our “I appreciate You” today to those that we Love so that they hear it and know it now. Remember if we all work together for the Greater Good bad cannot prevail. Each One Teach One and The Whole World Will Be A Better Place for US All To Live In. There is truly enough for everyone to prosper and grow with each other in Love, Honor and Respect. Remember that WE all contribute to this world one way or another. Don’t forget that WE all have a gift and purpose to contribute in different ways and we all are equal and able to help each other get the where we all need to be. Respect and Love yourself so that you can Love and Respect others. Forgive so that you are not hurting yourself and so that you can move on. Give with Love and NOT in malice. We can Learn, Love, Honor, Respect and Grow with and from Each Other. We can lead by example and teach OURSELVES and our little ones how to be RESPONSIBLE Men and Women THROUGHOUT LIFE. No selfishness allowed, Stop grabbing at the world because you will lose your own soul and for what? It is not hard we can do it when we try, try is not to fail, try, is to succeed. Don’t give up on any goals or dreams because they do come true with Trust, Love, Faith, Belief and Perseverance. We all want to be SAVED so let us reach out our hands and SAVE EACH OTHER. THIS GOES DOUBLE FOR ME TOO. Enjoy the Holidays and Be Safe. Peace and Blessing!
