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Walter Kemp 3 celebrates the release of his new solo piano CD with a special solo performance at St. Mark's Episcopal Church.Viscount-endorsed artist Walter Kemp 3 has gardered numerous awards and accolades including winner of a Jazz Road Artist Touring Grant from SouthARTS, Performance Grants from the Foundation of Contemporary Arts (NYC), along with Spotify Playlist and disc from JAZZIZ Magazine (Fall 2024).
$20 suggested donation; no one turned away for lack of funds. Donations help to support this and future performances at St. Mark's.
B a n d l e a d e r
Chamber Code is a spontaneous, artistic sonic experience rooted in the layered principles of early code communication, born of the work of artist and inventor Samuel Morse. A bold and provocative embodiment of today's global and domestic climate, the ensemble features Kemp (JAZZIZ Magazine print edition), along with spoken word Poet Laureate Thomas Sayers Ellis (The Poetry Foundation), bassist Silvia Bolognesi (Italy), drummer Warren ‘Trae’ Crudup (NYC), and acclaimed visual artist Edreys Wajed’s “code” music-themed, site-specific live projections.
Black Whole is a contemporary cadre of dynamic musical artists including Kemp, on piano, Rhodes, and Viscount organ, GRAMMY award-winning improvisational violinist Scott Tixier, maverick woodwind master Brent Birckhead on alto sax, clarinet and flute, bass prodigy Rishon Odel and Allan Mednard, a NYC fixture on the percussion scene. The debut album’s latest single DeFacto offers fans and tour-goers alike an unforgettably immersive sound experience. It's no surprise the track was selected to premiere the award-winning journalist Ta-Nehisi Coates’ literary debut at BABEL for The Water Dancer. Black Whole (Live) can be heard worldwide, already top-ranking among Best Jazz Albums of the Year.
Kemp credits his musical legacy to his father, a classical and gospel composer, who sparked Kemp's early interest in piano. Seeing and hearing his father's compositions performed at Carnegie Hall, opened Kemp's eyes to a world of music. He soon began studying classical piano. After a brief interest in drums, he gravitated toward jazz, continuing to play gospel organ. Kemp enjoys widespread critical acclaim for his compelling works, inventively exploring traditional chord progressions with unparalleled finesse. Recipient and winner of the South Arts Jazz Road Tours grant, he has collaborated with various musical legends, including the late Juini Booth and Rey Scott, of Sun-Ra’s Arkestra, as well as living legends like Bobby Militello, (Dave Brubeck), and Sabu Adeyola (Ahmad Jamal). As a highly-sought professional in the progressive music scene, Walter has served as Artistic Director for the Point9mile Collaborative, a partnership with Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center, and Artistic Director of the CMC International Jazz Festival. He teaches jazz studies at Villa Maria College.
P r e s s Q u o t e s
"Leading with mastery as the composer and lead pianist, Walter Kemp 3 paints an audioscape that takes you on a profound musical journey, one that holds your attention captive and teases your senses with delightful surprises."
jukeboxmind.com
"... where complexity and innovation coalesce, Black Whole stands as an example of the transformative power of music. With their exceptional artistry and fearless exploration of the genre, they have crafted a wonderful musical experience."
folknrock.com
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