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| "Alan Pasqua who shines, playing with deep intelligence and the kind of sensitivity that's reminiscent of the late Bill Evans."
Bill Kohlhaase, Los Angeles Times |
Check out Alan's website: www.alanpasqua.com  |
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| Alan Pasqua Born in New Jersey, Alan began studying piano at the age of seven, playing both classical and jazz. He attended Indiana University, and received his Bachelors Degree in Jazz Studies from the New England Conservatory. His teachers at the time were Jaki Byard, Thad Jones, George Russell, David Baker and Gunther Schuller. While performing a concert at Carnegie Hall, Alan met the legendary drummer Tony Williams. Pasqua was asked to join “The New Tony Williams Lifetime” along with guitarist Allan Holdsworth. After recording two “Lifetime “ albums for Columbia Records, Alan relocated in Los Angeles. His career in L.A. broadened, as he started playing with more rock and pop artists. First, he joined Eddie Money’s band. Then he garnered a coveted spot In Bob Dylan’s band, and ultimately joined the band “Santana”. His other album and touring credits include: Pat Benatar, Joe Cocker, Ry Cooder, John Fogerty, Aretha Franklin, Sammy Hagar, Al Jarreau, Graham Nash, Bob Seger, Rick Springfield, Rod Stewart, The Temptations, Joe Walsh, Dionne, Warwick and Phil Spector among others. In addition, Alan has worked with composers, John Williams, Quincy Jones, Dave Grusin, Jerry Goldsmith, Henry Mancini and Maurice Jarre on motion picture soundtracks. He is also recognized as the co-composer of the “CBS Evening News Theme”, which has been airing nightly since 1987. In the early nineties, Alan teamed up with guitarist Dann Huff to form the rock band “Giant”. Their debut recording, “Last of The Runaways”, on A&M Records, contained several songs written by Alan, including the hit, “I’ll See You In My Dreams.” Along with this, Alan is no stranger to the jazz world, and is a highly regarded Pianist and composer. His two CD releases, “Milagro” and “Dedications” on the Postcards Label hit the top of the jazz charts. All-starts Jack Dejohnette, Paul Motion, Dave Holland, Michael Brecker and Randy Brecker are featured on these recordings. In addition, Pasqua has played and recorded with the likes of Joe Henderson, Stanley Clarke, Gary Burton, James Moody, Gary Peacock, Gary Bartz, Eddie Daniels, Dave Weckl, Tom Scott, Peter Erskine, John Patitucci, Reggie Workman, The Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra, Sam Rivers, Sheila Jordan, Joe Williams, Ivan Lins, Frank Foster, Alphonso Johnson, Narada Michael Walden, Les McCann, Stan Kenton, and Don Ellis. Alan recently co-leads a trio with the legendary drummer Peter Erskine. The trio has released “Live At Rocco” and “Badlands”, both on the Fuzzy Music label. Both recordings have received critical acclaim. Alan is also known for his contribution to jazz education. Currently, he is a Lecturer in Jazz Studies at The University of Southern California, Los Angeles. |
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p h o t o D o w n l o a d p u b l i c i t y p h o t o s u i t a b l e f o r p r i n t . 3 0 0 d p i / J P E G 1 . 3/m e g a b y t e s s h i f t c l i c k h e r e |
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a w a r d s / q u o t e s “…the performance level is so high…the interaction between the three players is stunning. At its best, the playing, individually and collectively, is a definitive model of how far this classic instrumentation has come since the days of the Bill Evans trios.” Don Heckman, LA Times, April 2002 “…he is such a great improviser with the lightness of touch, combined with superb technical skills and uppermost taste.” Rick Meek, London 2002 “…if human beings can communicate that deeply, can produce something that profoundly beautiful, maybe everything really is all right in the world.” LA Weekly, November 2001 “…Live at Rocco is a tough beauty in the shadow of Mulholland.” JazzTimes, November 2000 “…like Byard, he is a brilliant talent…Pasqua’s solos were the high point of the program…” Don Heckman, LA Times, April 1999 “…Pasqua is a writer with an intriguing musical agenda…” Don Heckman, LA Times, April 1999 “…the compositions on Milagro stick in the mind on one hearing, and the arrangements are absolutely gorgeous …the results are so fine overall---and so well recorded---that it would be churlish to hold back a top recommendation.” 4 Stars, Penguin Guide to Jazz on CD “…the tunes are all engaging Pasqua originals…Leader and sidemen alike perform the music at an exceptional level…a fine recording.” JazzTimes, August 1996 “…Pasqua is a much admired pianist…Dedications is the just released sequel CD…and the results are wonderfully fresh…” The Wall Street Journal, February 1996 “…His latest recording. Dedications, illustrates the depth of his jazz connections with appearances from. Dave Holland, Paul Motian, Michael and Randy Brecker and Gary Bartz. Despite this star power, it’s Pasqua who shines, playing with deep intelligence and the kind of sensitivity that’s reminiscent of the late Bill Evans.” LA Times Calendar, May 1996 “…This unassuming, often low-key album (Milagro) sneaks up on you in the absence of expectations, and insinuates itself into your consciousness and CD player…a subtle, charming recording from Pasqua…” 4 1/2 stars, Downbeat, January 1995 |
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| 1. Clinic with performance - $500 - $750 + Airfare and Hotel |
| 2. Clinic without performance - $1,000 - $1,500 + Airfare and Hotel |
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