The Jazz Organ Scene
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Brian Charette
Grammy nominated Hammond organist, Brian Charette has established himself as a leading voice in modern
jazz, working with many notable artists such as Joni Mitchell, Chaka Khan, Lou Donaldson, and countless
others. Since moving to New York in 1995 from his native Meriden, CT, Charette has become an integral
part of the New York City jazz scene.
Brian is SteepleChase recording artist and has just released his second recording for them, "Learning to Count". He also just finished recording another SteepleChase recording that will be out Summer 2011 featuring a "wind ensemble" comprised of Jay Collins, Mike DiRubbo, Joel Frahm, and John Ellis. As a sideman, Brian records with many popular jazz artists; most recently with Tony Desare, Bucky Pizzarelli, Mike DiRubbo and Vic Juris. Charette is also featured prominently on two new Mel Bay instructional DVDs by Rodney Jones and Sheryl Bailey. Brian also works regularly with Jimmy and Jerry Vivino from the Tonight Show Band and was a sub in the Max Weinberg 7 while the show was still in New York. Through this relationship, Brian was able to make music with many of his heroes including Michael McDonald, Cindy Lauper, and many great new artists like Duncan Sheik, Rufus Wainwright, and Michael Bublé. Outside of music, Brian is passionate about chess and White Crane kung fu in which he holds a black sash. He is currently illustrating and collaborating with his Sifu, Glenn Green, on several books about Chinese martial arts. |
| contact: | pinchbrian@aol.com |
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