Wed Feb 5
"A Night of Guitars" - Smooth Jazz Guitar Series
7PM / $35 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
"A Night of Guitars"
A Night of Guitars is an explosive show featuring some of the best LEAD & BASS GUITARIST in the country.
STAN “THE MAN” COOPER
Known for his melodic approach, his talent is remarkable as a solo artist and as a music director for Billboard charting artist such as Mike Phillips, Marcus Johnson and so many others. Stan the Man will put you in a place of Wes Montgomery with several nuances to match!
TONY HINTON
Hinton is known for his big bite sound on bass! Melodically Hinton is well versed and knows how to command the stage with such a dynamic flare. Tony has shared the stage with artist such as social music artist Marcus Mitchell, Brian Lenair and others.
CHOOKY CALDWELL
Antone' "Chooky" Caldwell is a two-time Grammy-nominated producer, bassist, composer, engineer, singer, and multi-instrumentalist from Washington, DC. He's a key player in the jazz, soul, and hip hop scene and has provided musical support for artists such as Andrae Crouch, Macy Gray, Heather Headley, Snoop Dogg, and Ali of London. Caldwell is also the CEO of GKAM Records, LLC. and a master musician for a suburban DC mega-church.
DAVID DYSON
Born in Rapid City, South Dakota on April 3, 1965, David Dyson relocated to Washington, D.C. with his parents at an early age of two. He began his education in D.C. public schools, later moving to the metropolitan Washington area and attending Maryland public schools. During this period, David played baritone (euphonium) in school and in county orchestras earning superior ratings on his instrument.
After hearing recordings of Larry Graham and Louis Johnson, the desire to switch to the bass was overwhelming. At age 12, David's parents presented him with a beginner's bass guitar.
Excelling rapidly, he eventually achieved the "outstanding bandmember" award during his high school senior year. After witnessing David's participation in school, church, local top 40, R&B, funk and Go-Go bands (along with numerous studio sessions with local gospel artists), his parents were convinced that his talent was worth nurturing and supportive of his matriculation at Berklee College of Music, where more growth ensued.
Exposed to various idioms, David was able to absorb an array of musical flavors, as well as perform in diverse musical situations. Upon graduation, David locked in the position of bassist with Polygram recording artist, Walter Beasley.
In January 1989, he was called to audition for Maurice Starr (Producer of New Kids On The Block) and landed the gig. Eventually, earning the position of musical director, David helped to take their live show to an unprecedented pinnacle.
In February, 1992, he moved on to tour and/or record with a vast selection of artists spanning from world renown jazz saxophonist, Chico Freeman, to R&B fame of songwriter/singer/bassist and 1997 Downbeat Poll winner Me'Shell N'degeocello.
In December, 1999, David formed an allegiance with Marimelji Entertainment Group which led to the release of "Soulmates," nationally, though Warner Brothers (WEA). His second release, "The Dawning" also garnering critical acclaim, was released on his own label “Lohandfunk.”
Throughout his career, David has earned quite a reputation as a bassist, songwriter, arranger and producer. He continues to strive for excellence as one of today's most promising artists.
7PM / $35 | $7 Fees Get Tickets
1. Final sale, no refunds, not transferable.
2. $15 food/beverage minimum per person not included in ticket price.
3. Seating first come at the door. Doors open 6 PM & 8:45 PM respectively.
4. Photography or Recording of any kind is prohibited during the performance.
5. Keep conversation to a minimum during the performance.