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The Grammy Awards and Jazz

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http://independentlens@pbs.com

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http://Slaglerock

Pittsburgh Connection

Born and raised: McKelvy Elementary, Madison Elementary, Herron Hill Jr. High, Westinghouse High, Schenley High School and Clark County Community College.

Favorite Pittsburgh musicians/performers

Eric Watson, Nelson Harrison, Larry Smith, Roger Humphries, Sandy Dowe, Dwayne Dolphin, Marva Josie, Jeff Grubbs, Michele Benson, Tony Campbell, Howie Alexander, Tony DePaulis, Luther De Jarunett, Tony Janflone, George Heid, Joe Negri, George Benson, Ken Karsh, Jimmy Ponder, Andy Bianco, Gerald Haymon, Mark Strickland, Sean Jones, Kenny Fisher, Max Leake, Roby Edwards, Colter Harper

Favorite Jazz Radio or media station

WDUQ 90.5 FM

Favorite Pittsburgh Jazz Venue

CJ's

About Me:

Guitar player; sideman for: Jimmy McGriff, Johnny Hammond, Dr. Lonnie Smith and Monk Montgomery.

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MOTHERS DAY

I have written and produced a song which honors Mothers Day. It is my hope that all Pittsburgh Jazz Network members will take the time to download this song to your pages, and share it with your children, families and friends. There is no charge; it is my gift to you regarding this important day.

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY TO ALL,

Kennard

Posted on April 24, 2009 at 9:00pm — 1 Comment

THE MUSICAL HILL...conclusion

At fifteen, I decided to learn to play guitar. My influences were Joe Negri and George Benson. Both were amazingly talented...way back then. As I see it, both are largely responsible for the growing number of guitar players from Pittsburgh. But it was George and I who had hustled through Center Avenue that afternoon, straight to his house and on to his music room where I sat and watched in awe as he ripped through single-string runs at astonishing speeds, and with unbelievable ease...way back th… Continue

Posted on March 12, 2009 at 10:00pm — 3 Comments

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At 6:17pm on October 24, 2009, Shawnee Lake said…: Where are you? I went to Tanna Restaurant in East Liberty last Wed. and the band rocked the house. Some musicians sat in and I sang a song. You might want to stop by some Wednesday.

At 8:58pm on September 28, 2009, Marta Graciela Bressi said…: Dear kennard,

I´d really appreciate it if you could take the time to look at my work and leave your impressions here or in the guestbook on my homepage- http://www.freewebs.com/miartemartagracielabressi- where there are more samples of my digital art works, engravings and sculptures. The web site´s in Spanish but, if you want to read the texts in English, you can access my Livejournal:

http://pallasatheneas.livejournal.com

You can also visit the website we created with the Belgian jazz musician Dirk Schreurs to make our recent video art collaboration known to the world:

http://www.freewebs.com/mindsofglass

Regards,

Marta

At 8:48pm on September 28, 2009, Marta Graciela Bressi said…: Dear kennard,

¨But beautiful¨ is very sweet..!!!

Regards.

Marta

At 2:41am on September 25, 2009, Ahlayashabi said…: your Guitar playing is fabulous I love the sound. I wish I could play like that.

At 1:47am on June 26, 2009, Kennard Williams said…: Hello everyone,
The jazz standards I have provided via PJN are for demonstration purposes only.

At 4:36pm on June 6, 2009, Eric Watson said…: Thanks big bro, you sound great! ...I can't wait until we can sit down together again with these guitars.... Love YOU !!!

Eric

At 4:36pm on May 3, 2009, ROBERTA said…: Kennard,
What a beautiful tribute to all mothers! You have a wonderful talent and I want to thank you so very much for sharing.
Bert

At 4:24am on April 21, 2009, Dan Wasson said…: Kennard, thanks for sharing 'Mother's Day', it's great!

At 1:08am on April 18, 2009, Willie Ali Parham said…: Kennard, hey what's up? I appreciated that advise about the pgh.jazz net.
It is totally a groove,and I'm here listening to your rendition of Song for My Father. How sweet it is. I miss playing songs with you at the Jug. Remember? Just thought I thank you for the tip. Peace Ali.

At 3:28pm on April 14, 2009, L'Tanya Williams said…: Likewise!!! I enjoyed chatting with you last night. I look forward to seeing you again soon!!!