bernard rose

Male

Hinesville, GA

United States

Profile Information:

I am an:

Indie Artist

Artist's or Band's Name

bernard rose

City & State

hinesville GA

Country

US

Music Genre(s):

instrumental, contemporary jazz, pop instrumental, inspirational

Bio:

Bernard was born in Orangeburg, SC and has lived in Hinesville, GA for the past 21 years. He is a school teacher by trade and an extraordinarily gifted saxophonist who plays from his soul!

He was 14 years old when he started playing saxophone in junior high school on the band. “Playing on the marching, jazz, and concert bands was just a neat experience in school. I'm not sure what prompted me to get started, but I think it was constantly hearing music around my house played by my older sister and dad!” he stated.

Bernard has developed a unique style of his own. Growing up some of his favorite artist and groups included Quincy Jones, John Coltrane, Bobbi Humphrey, Patrice Rushen, Roy Ayers, George Duke, Weather Report, Spyro Gyra, Earth, Wind, and Fire and others. These artist inspired his interest in jazz, smooth jazz, and jazz fusion. His list of influences has grown greatly since childhood to include saxophonist such as Dave Koz, Warren Hill, Kim Waters, Jeff Kashiwa, Everette Harp, and others. Known for his smooth silky style, Bernard's playing and sound has gained great favor and appeal over a wide variety of audiences and people. Over the years, he has played at church, performed at banquets, weddings, workshops, retirement ceremonies, concerts, charity and other special events.

Specializing in contemporary jazz, gospel, contemporary Christian and other quality music. He released his Freshman CD, "Shorebreeze in the spring of 2011.

"The Pier at Breezes" the dynamic single and first track on Bernard's Shorebreeze CD, has been featured nationally on Directtv's Sonic Tap 851 Smooth Jazz station play rotation. He was just nominated at the Indie Music Channel for Best Jazz Artist, Best Jazz instrumental, and Best Jazz Album!

Bernard was nominated for and became the 2014 recipient of the Indie Music Channel Awards for Best jazz Recording amd Best Recording 2014!

He just completed his second inspirational CD Faith, Inspiration, and Praise Vol. 1 and is available at www.satinsax.com!

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