Four-time Grammy™ winner Stanley Clarke is quite possibly the most celebrated acoustic and electric bassist in the world. A performer, composer, conductor, arranger, recording artist, producer and film scorer who is known for his ferocious dexterity and consummate musicality, Clarke is a true pioneer in jazz and of the bass itself. Unquestionably, he is a “living legend.” His 40-plus-year career as a bass virtuoso has graced him with the honor of every conceivable award available to a musician.
I had the pleasure of photographing Stanley Clark at Variety Playhouse in Atlanta, Ga. and I have to say, if he comes to your city you must see him.
Below are highlights of the evening:
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Stanley Clarke (bass), Beka Gochiashvili (piano), Cameron Graves (keys) and Michael Mitchell (drums). |
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Stanley Clarke IS all about the bass. |
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Cameron Graves lighting up the stage on keys. |
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Tbilisi native Beka Gochiashvili toasts the crowd ... hard to believe he is only 19-years old. |
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Michael Mitchell was so much fun to watch. |
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Stanley Clarke engaging the audience with backstories of his music. |
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Stanley Clarke creating magic |
The complete gallery can be seen by clicking the link below:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/bisforbonnie/sets/72157650951146901/
For more information about Stanley Clarke or for tour dates, please visit his website at
stanleyclarke.com.
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