The Shedrick Mitchell Trio w/ special guest vocalist Aaron Marcellus

Thu May 26 2022 at 07:00 pm to 09:45 pm

Black Cat | San Francisco

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The Shedrick Mitchell Trio w\/ special guest vocalist Aaron Marcellus
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The Shedrick Mitchell Trio ft/ Charles Haynes & Burniss Travis w/ special guest vocalist Aaron Marcellus
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JAZZ@theEDGE! Presents: The Shedrick Mitchell Trio ft/ Charles Haynes & Burniss Travis w/ special guest vocalist Aaron Marcellus


Twenty-five years. Multiple genres. Iconic superstars. It’s safe to say Shedrick Mitchell has accomplished his dreams, and then some. Starting in a church in St. Louis where his grandfather, and later his father, was the Pastor his first experience playing the piano proved to be exactly what was needed. What seemed to be a chore at nine years old became the ultimate training ground to grow into many different musical styles for the future.


Mulgrew Miller recommended Shedrick for Kenny Garrett’s band. Touring internationally for the first time gave him a broader perspective of jazz music and eventually led to him recording on Kenny Garrett’s album, “Simply Said”.


Following his work with Kenny Garrett, Shedrick went on to work with many jazz greats including Dee Dee Bridgewater, Christian McBride, Terrance Blanchard, Antonio Hart, Johnny Griffin, Dianne Reeves and others. But, it was in 2003 that Shedrick was asked to accompany one of the greatest voices of our time, Whitney Houston. Shedrick toured with Ms. Houston for nine years on many different platforms including major television award shows, The Oprah Winfrey Show and even royal audiences in many countries. What may be equally impressive is that he continued to perform and record jazz music and play at his local church in between tours.


Several years later, Shedrick collaborated with the legendary Stevie Wonder, music and business mogul Jay-Z and R&B/soul star, Maxwell. During these years, many career highlights included the Super Bowl XL half-time show with Stevie Wonder, the American Gangster soundtrack and VH-1 special, ‘Storytellers’ with Jay-Z and co-producing Maxwell’s recordings, “Black” and “Summers,” while currently serving as his Music Director.


Considering all of these invaluable experiences, receiving the request to accompany “The Queen” Ms. Aretha Franklin, was nothing short of extraordinary. For two years, Shedrick graced the stage with Ms. Franklin. Their performances included an appearance on Late Show with David Letterman performing songs from her last recording, “Aretha Sings the Great Diva Classics,” and one of the highest honors, performing at the White House for President Barack Obama.


Both Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin had a special affinity for Shedrick’s musicianship. When he accompanied them on piano or organ, they enjoyed the freedom his playing allowed, returning them to their gospel roots.


Twenty-five years later, having received four Grammy Awards and recorded over 200 records encompassing styles as diverse as classical, new age, rock, jazz, country, gospel, R&B/soul and reggae, the journey continues. In June 2020, Shedrick will release his second solo recording, “Time – Reflections – Distance”, which he hopes will speak to the challenges we all face today.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Black Cat, 400 Eddy Street, San Francisco, United States

Tickets

USD 25.00

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