GIACOMO GATES - (Renowned International Vocalist)

Heavily steeped in the traditions of the original vocal improvisers from Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald through their modern counterparts Betty Carter and Leon Thomas, Giacomo's own approach draws most heavily from the bebop-rooted masters like Jon Hendricks, Babs Gonzales, King Pleasure and most of all, Eddie Jefferson. Giacomo sometimes vocalizes as an instrument - trombone, flute, bass and even drums. There's no contrivance or gimmickry for its own sake involved in this, as it's entirely conceived within the context of the music. In his own words, "In this kind of music it's about intention, honesty and what comes through in your voice - the Experience of Life."

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