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George v Johnson jr at Bohemian Caverns
Courtesy of George V Johnson Jr | Posted on November 7, 2014
Where
Bohemian Caverns
2001 11th Street Nw
Washington, DC
Map
202-299-0800
When
Tue, November 25, 2014
7:30 pm
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Musicians
Donvonte McCoy
trumpetHope Udobi
pianoHerman Burney
bassLenny Robinson
drumsGeorge V. Johnson, Jr.
vocalsAbout
Week #4 Artist In Residence At Bohemian Caverns Join for another explosive evening of America's Classical Music Jazz. .This week features original lyrics to the music of Hank Mobley. Please spread the word, bring a group of friends. To Celebrate You Must Participate!
In 2003, George V Johnson Jr. was commissioned by Don Sickler of Second Floor Music to pen lyrics to the music of jazz legend and saxophonist, Hank Mobley. Since taking on the project Johnson has skillfully, completed over 40 of Mobley’s classic compositions. Some with complete solo’s. Critics are already saying this is one of the most important & extensive projects to be presented to the public from the jazz vocalese realm in many, years. With Jazz Vocalese, still in a state of infancy, Johnson has almost single handedly kept the vocalese dream alive as exemplified from his performances presenting the Music of Hank Mobley. A feat unmatched by any of his peers in jazz music. His lyrics are well rounded, beautifully written and a classic work of art. In the spirit of Eddie Jefferson, Johnson’s a modern day “GRIO” telling stories our ancestors would be very proud of....