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Power To End Stroke - Annual Power Awards - Alfonzo Blackwell AlfonzoBlackwell 47 views Alfonzo Blackwell gave a special performance of "The Time Is Now" at the Annual 2010 Power Awards Gala at the world-renowned Apollo Theater in NYC. The audience members wer...
Alfonzo Blackwell - Human Nature AlfonzoBlackwell 2,465 views Alfonzo Blackwell performs Human Nature by Michael Jackson - The Legend. Download this song Free @ www.AlfonzoBlackwell.com
Alfonzo Blackwell Alto Sax Solo AlfonzoBlackwell 219 views Alfonzo Blackwell Alto Sax & Drum Dance Live at club Sambuca in Atlanta.
Alfonzo Blackwell - Talkin' Saxy - Contemporary Jazz AlfonzoBlackwell 3,002 views Alfonzo Blackwell - Entitled - "Talkin' Saxy" from his 2008 release "Dance To This". www.AlfonzoBlackwell.com
Alfonzo Blackwell - Take A Look - Contemporary Jazz AlfonzoBlackwell 1,394 views Alfonzo Blackwell - Entitled - "Take A Look" from his 2008 release "Dance To This". www.AlfonzoBlackwell.com
Alfonzo Blackwell - This Is Real - Contemporary Jazz AlfonzoBlackwell 1,494 views Alfonzo Blackwell - Entitled - "This Is Real" from his 2008 release "Dance To This". www.AlfonzoBlackwell.com
Alfonzo Blackwell - New Day - Contemporary Jazz AlfonzoBlackwell 1,004 views Alfonzo Blackwell - Entitled - "New Day" from his 2008 release "Dance To This". www.AlfonzoBlackwell.com
Alfonzo Blackwell - Never Let You Go - Contemporary Jazz AlfonzoBlackwell 1,794 views Alfonzo Blackwell - Entitled - "Never Let You Go" from his 2008 release "Dance To This". www.AlfonzoBlackwell.com
Alfonzo Blackwell - Missing You - Contemporary Jazz AlfonzoBlackwell 2,180 views Alfonzo Blackwell - Entitled - "Missing You" from his 2008 release "Dance To This". www.AlfonzoBlackwell.com
Alfonzo Blackwell - Live - NYC Jazz Festival 2001 - Contemporary Jazz AlfonzoBlackwell 696 views Alfonzo Blackwell - Performing Live - NYC Jazz Festival - 2001 Drums: Mike Flythe Keys: Chris Paulte Guitar: Frank Portalatin Bass: Steve Teel Keys: "Keys"

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Saxophonist Alfonzo Blackwell

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Quintet: Portrait of Alfonzo Blackwell ~ Biography

Modern Jazz Maverick
"Quintet: Portrait of Alfonzo Blackwell" is the title of modern contemporary jazz maverick, Alfonzo Blackwell's new and unprecedented CD release in the dawn of a new decade. 2010 marks Alfonzo Blackwell's fifteenth year recording in the music business. With this milestone steadily approaching, it was time for Alfonzo to reflect back on his many years in the industry and the body of work that has connected with audiences around the world. The connections were made through his trademark 'Rhythm & Cool' New York swing sound. The Re-rebirth of cool is here with his first concept CD recording showcasing a "live" five-piece band, 14-track set released through Utopia Records, Inc. This is his fourth CD release with the label.

"Quintet" Line-up
What's the concept? Well, it's simplistically complex. The simple part - Take 4 master musicians and put them in a digital state-of-the-art studio and press record. The complex part - Alfonzo Blackwell comprises all 4 master musicians. Now that you got that; Alfonzo invites you inside his music world, one instrument at a time. First and foremost, here are the introductions - Welcome to Alfonzo's Quintet: 1) Alto Sax - "Blaze" and Soprano Sax - "Songstress" 2) Keyboards - "Nylah" 3) Drums - "Beast" 4) Bass - "Rumble".

Best of Both Worlds ~ the Music
All music on "Quintet: Portrait of Alfonzo Blackwell" was written [with the exception of "Impressions"], composed, arranged, produced and all instruments were performed by Alfonzo Blackwell. "Quintet" is the title-track and original work, and is appropriately titled. This song gives the listener a sample of the many faces of Alfonzo Blackwell. If you are just discovering his music, this song is like the cliffs notes for the Music History 101 of Alfonzo Blackwell. "Portrait of Alfonzo Blackwell", an original track written by Alfonzo with soulful and melodic improvisation laced throughout the composition, depicting what Alfonzo is made out of. It's a portrait of him and his music. "Get the Funk Back!" is a sleek funk piece that's sure to please fusion jazz purveyors. This bass funk driven track is a continuation from his early hit "A Little Bit of Sax" back in 1998. "Impressions" is Alfonzo Blackwell's take on the jazz standard written and performed by the late great John Coltrane, his chief influencer. All instruments are performed and arranged by Mr. Blackwell for this classic jazz standard making it a must-have collector's piece due to the arrangement, performance and Alfonzo Blackwell's prowess of the concept. This performance is ground-breaking and his rendition of "Impressions" is very impressive! This track is well done and has lots of fire and burning sax appeal. Using modern studio technology, he was able to lay each instrument separately and blend them effortlessly as if he was all 5 master musicians playing in real-time while still capturing the vibe that's generated from "live" session jams. Stunning!

The power-house vocal song, "You Should've Told Me" is written and arranged by Alfonzo Blackwell. This song is soulful with beautiful and angelic delivery. The epic, "MJ" is an original heart-wrenching tribute song that Alfonzo penned in the wake of the unfortunate and untimely death of music legend and icon, Michael Jackson. This song is a flawless performance that leaves the listener wanting more. A part of MJ was channeled in the making of this brilliant piece. Alfonzo says, "Michael Jackson used his voice in so many ways as an instrument like that of a saxophone, bass, guitar and even a percussion drum when the music called him to do so. He had the unmatched ability to pull from his plentiful vocal range to capture sounds that brought out the many emotions of the human soul across the entire world whether you spoke the English language or any foreign language for that matter. The language of music communicates through the hearts of all of us. I had to pay tribute to his gift of music. His genius was a major music influence to me, thus his music is a part of my musical development"

2010 and Beyond...
The evolution of Alfonzo Blackwell, the sax man virtuoso, multi-instrumentalist, lyricist, poet, songwriter, producer, composer, arranger and band leader is clear...his soulful personification of class, sophistication and style...and his musical legacy are indelible. The many faces of Alfonzo Blackwell are boldly exhibited on his new CD project. Combining focus and talent, has been his winning formula for maintaining a stellar catalogue of quality music that will continue to inspire the world. His new jazz order, 'Rhythm and Cool' New York swing sound has blazed a trail for all of today's artists. His music branding is a testament to his uncompromising artistry and musicality. Always stay tuned to this legend in the making. Whatever he does will always be edgy, Hot, SAXY, cool sophistication.

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