NICHOLAS BEARDE AND NAT ADDERLEY JR CD RELEASE

“Bearde taps into music’s deeper currents, where love, desire and heartache freely intermingle” – Andrew Gilbert, jazz journalist

“A powerful musical presence that touches each and every person in the audience”… John Handy

The Nicolas Bearde Quartet, featuring Grammy nominated composer, pianist and musical director, Nat Adderley Jr. who is best known for his work with Luther Vandross, present music from their newly completed recording project which encompasses classic jazz themes and innovative arrangements plumbed from Mr. Adderley’s vast musical resources.
The dynamic pairing of these two stellar performers will be a special night at Yoshis, and…because September 15th happens to coincide with Bearde’s birthday, (as if he needed another reason to celebrate), advance tickets are highly recommended.
Nicolas Bearde…
A renowned jazz singer of remarkable depth, range and technique who has won acclaim from critics and jazz audiences worldwide for his “buttery baritone” and imaginative interpretations. Forged from his Nashville, (TN) roots, his 1980’s initiation into the thriving San Francisco music scene, and 10 years on the road with Bobby McFerrin’s world renowned vocal ensemble, “Voicestra”, Nicolas’ unique approach and electrifying delivery of his originals, time-tested standards, blues and familiar jazz works, are soulful, swinging, improvisational and memorable!!.
Nat Adderley Jr….
Scion of the famed Adderley jazz family, Nat Jr. grew up in Teaneck, New Jersey. He started playing piano as a child and had his first song, “I’m on my Way”, recorded by his uncle Cannonball on the 1967 album, Why Am I Treated So Bad! when young Nat was only 11 years old. It was at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art that Adderley first met fellow student Luther Vandross, with whom he would later spend much of his musical career, contributing as co-writer on most of Vandross’ albums. Adderley has returned to his jazz roots these days, and his distinctive musical approach to standards and original music are instant crowd-pleasers.