Jul 9, 2024 11:35 AM
Trumpeter, Educator Jim Rotondi Dies at 61
Jim Rotondi, a renowned hard-bop trumpeter, composer and educator, died suddenly on July 7 at a hospital in France. He…
Kenny G will release Rhythm And Romance Feb. 5, 2008 on Hear Music and Concord. The album is Kenny’s first CD of Latin love songs. The album will be available in traditional retail outlets as well as Starbucks company-operated locations in the U.S. and Canada.
Rhythm And Romance is a combination of samba, salsa and bossa nova love songs. The album includes the ballad “Sabor A Mi” and “Besame Mucho.” He performs with drummer Alex Acuña, guitarist Ramon Stagnaro, bassist John Pena, percussionist Michito Sanchez and producer Walter Afanasieff. The album also features guest vocals by Camila and Chilean vocalist Barbara Munoz.
Kenny G’s tour dates include:
Jan. 18, 2008: Town and Country Hotel, San Diego
Feb. 22, 2008: Paramount Theatre, Denver
Feb. 23, 2008: Vilar Center for the Arts, Beverly Creek, Colo.
Feb. 26, 2008: The Dodge Theater, Phoenix
March 7, 2008: Centennial Hall Convention Center, Juneau, Alaska
March 9, 2008: Hering Auditorium, Fairbanks, Alaska
March 10, 2008: Atwood Concert Hall, Anchorage, Alaska
March 14, 2008: Castle Theatre Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Maui, Hawaii
March 15, 2008: Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall, Honolulu
March 16, 2008: Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall, Honolulu
March 21, 2008: Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach, Fla.
March 2, 2008: King Center for the Performing Arts, Melbourne, Fla.
March 24, 2008: Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater, Fla.
March 25, 2008: Barbara B. Mann Performing Art Center, Ft. Myers, Fla.
March 26, 2008: Fillmore Miami Beach, Miami
More Info: kennyg.com
Jim Rotondi was acclaimed for his wide, round trumpet tone, remarkable virtuosity and assured swing.
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