Jamie Davis

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LIVE at Piedmont Piano Company Jamie Davis Steppin’ Out Grammy-winning baritone, and former lead vocalist with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra, Jamie Davis will be performing music from his highly anticipated new album "Steppin' Out," as well as many of your favorites. He has enchanted fans here and internationally, across genres and generations with his deep, velvety voice that caresses the lyrics and swings in the classic manner of Joe Williams and Johnny Hartman, but with his very own style and joy. Jamie's All-Star band will feature Glen Pearson on piano, Ron Belcher on bass, Leon Joyce, Jr. on drums and Richard Howell on sax. General Admission $30 in advance / $35 at the door We are offering a limited number of seats for this performance. Advance purchase is recommended. JAMIE DAVIS Grammy Award winning vocalist JAMIE DAVIS holds a position amongst the pantheon of great male vocalists with a compelling full baritone voice and a passion for his craft that leaves his audiences uplifted and feelin' good...really good. Jamie's musical education began in the choir of his father's Pentecostal Church in Mansfield, Ohio. His unique bass-baritone voice brought life to liturgical music sung in Latin. During his time in the U.S. Army he sang not only memorable show tunes, but also a wide range of swing jazz and blues for the Special Services elite group. After studying under the renowned New York coach Edward Boatner, he moved to San Francisco securing opportunities to perform with Milt Jackson, Eddie Henderson, Melba Moore and Pharoah Saunders. The year 2000 brought exhilarating performances with the Count Basie Orchestra. On that experience Davis reflects, "Having all that sound behind you is just amazing. You've got to ride the current". He's been described as a fine wine which has stood the test of time, constantly innovating jazz classics, 'rolling out' the blues and performing with one foot in the past and the other in today. jamiedavis.com