I grew up to the beats of the streets of Harlem - Blues, Calypso, Jazz, Salsa, Doo-Wop and R&B. I have been mentored and inspired by many.
I remain eternally greateful to my mentors:
Miss Katie James, "Gilly" Coggins, Josh White, Fred Neil, Nat Dixon, "Doc" Starkes, Rich Bartee, John E. Johnson.
Thanks to my vocal teachers:
John Peter David & Ms. Myrna Lake;
and musicians:
"Super Nova", "Lucky" (Peter Des Jardins & Teddy Blackwood), Reuben La Motta, Jerry Harris & Sally Smith, Joe Ramsay, Artie Simmons & The Jazz Samaritians.
Inspired by:
Ella Fitzgerald, Emme Kemp, Billy Holiday, Carmen McRae, Koko Taylor, Rohn Burton, Odetta and the Divine Ms Sarah Vaughn.
I Feel I fulfill my purpose as a quintessential vocalist, poet, songwriter and musician. I live to encourage wholeness, love and spiritual upliftment. Jazz is the only original American art form. Jazz opens doors. Brings us all closer than language. Sharing in a heritage of harmony will insure a brighter future for us all.
Thanks God! Thanks Mom! Thanks to all my loving family... I finally did it.
Roger Anderson, Keyboardist/Composer/Premier Producer, Arranger, Songwriter, Musician, Actor
Performed At:
Westbury Music Fair Festivals
Richard Naadir's Annual "Oldies" Extravaganza
Herb Cox's Cleftones' Annual "From The Heart" Charity Concert Series, Nassau Coliseum.
LED East Annual Festival
Awards: Charles Moffitt Memorial Award Recipient,
United Groups in Harmony Association 2002.
Musical Director for "The Hurricanes"
Musical Director for 6 years for Ralph Cooper at the Apollo Theater, Harlem, New York. Conductor for the "Apollo Ameteur Nite", the "Howard University Concert Series" , "Harlem Week Concerts" and the "Apollo House Band", which accompanied many artists, such as The Chords, Little Anthony, Keith Sweat, David Peaston and others.
Hey LeeOlive, haven't heared from you in a while so I thought I'd stop by and give you a quick shout out. how are things going on your end? peace and blessings. One Love Henning
Thank you for the invitation that I accept with great pleasure, I like the swing of your voice… you release much love and generosity when you sing… with much of respect… peace and groove and kiss of France… PS: afflicted for my very average English…
From one cool person to another, Happy 4th of July. Join me at my 25th Radio Anniversary 3 Day Celebration & Concert at the Fernwood Hotel & Resort in Bushkill, PA in the POCONOS Nov. 16-18,2007. Celebrity Meet & Greet, Blue Light Classic Party, Dinner Banquet, Bid Whist Tournament Trip To Casino & Crossing Shopping Outlet, R&B Concert, After Party & More! Private Bus Organizations Are Providing Buses From Most Cities. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION & RESERVATIONS
Yours truly, Maurice "The Voice" Watts THE LOVE ZONE - Radio Host
Question, were you in Health Nuts on Bway and 98th st the other day at the juice bar? I saw a woman I thought was you but I wasn't sure and so I punked out and didn't say anything!!!
Look out Y'all...she's finally here!! This young lady is a great singer, a great performer and a great Mom...I love you Mommy! I'm proud of you for not being afraid of the information highway, but for taking it by storm! I am also proud and honored to not only be your daughter, your friend and your biggest supporter, but I can now claim the spot as your first (of many future throngs of adoring) MySpace friend (s). I hope (and pray) that this is the start of bigger things to come... May you have a great MySpace experience and continued success on your ablum, in life and in your music career.
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