Mainly a Piano/keyboard player, but also proficient on Bass/Guitar/drums and precussion. I'm a feel player with a core style of blues, but capability across the full spectrum, classical/pop/country/rock/r&b/rock&roll/soul and jazz. Also songwriter/Composer/Arranger/ vocalist and Band Manager
Credits And Employment History
Currently touring UK Theatres with "Real Diamond", Neil Diamond Trubute, and "Homeward Bound", Simon and Garfunkel Tribute, and "The STONES",Rolling Stones Tribute, also Managing "The STONES". Solo work as JBlack (with vocals – contemporary rock, R&R, and Jazz/Blues, and just solo jazz piano), session work with Dave Berry and the Cruisers,and also local residencies. Wrote and performed music in the play 'Green Leaves of Nottingham' at the Nottingham Playhouse and have worked with many bands across the UK.
Affiliations
Musicians Union
Technical Equipment
Many Keyboards - Roland Stage Piano, Hammond Organ, Korg Triton, Wave station etc and many outboard Synthesiser modules. Good back line amplification and P.A.
Other Skills / Additional Information
Project Management
Business Development
Work Permits & Visas for
European Union
Are You A Member Of The Musicians' Union?: yes Do You Have A Driving Licence?: yes