Introducing Trumpeter Gabriel Johnson: An All-Acoustic Set at Vitello’s on May 8th with John Beasley, Aaron McLendon & Lyman Medeiros

ANNOUNCEMENT

WHO:
Trumpeter Gabriel Johnson brings an all-acoustic group to Vitello's (Studio City, CA), playing fresh takes on songs from his recently released album Introducing Gabriel Johnson, and debuting new songs with special guest pianist GRAMMY-nominee John Beasley, Aaron McLendon on drums, and Lyman Medeiros on bass.

Chris Botti: “He has a beautiful and mature sound and I view him as the new standard for modern young trumpet players.”

WHEN:       Wednesday, May 08 at 8pm - 9:30pm

WHERE:    Vitello’s, 4349 Tujunga Avenue, Studio City, CA, 91604    

HOW:         Tickets:  vitellosjazz.com, (818) 769 0905 

                  $15 - All Ages – Reservations strongly recommended

Gabriel Johnson Biography

After graduating from the New England Conservatory of Music, jazz trumpeter Gabriel Johnson honed his sound while playing and recording with jazz, R&B, and Classical  artists, including Chris Botti, Jill Scott, Diddy, Jackie Evancho, David Foster, Placido Domingo,  and B.o.B, to name a few.  In 2007, Johnson had a career turning point when filmmaker and jazz enthusiast Clint Eastwood heard his playing and remarked: “You’ve got a great sound. I’m working on this movie [Changeling] and I think you could be right for it.” Johnson’s solo was part of the end title and the score earned a Golden Globes nomination. Eastwood invited Johnson to solo again in his next film, Invictus, a biopic of Nelson Mandela and South Africa’s rugby team.

During this period, Johnson began writing and arranging songs for his debut album, Introducing Gabriel Johnson.

Album Introducing Gabriel Johnson:

Johnson's debut album released September 2012 is comprised of 10 original compositions and his spin on three covers, including a brooding version of Radiohead’s Codex and a melancholy take on the time-honored classic, Summertime. Throughout the record Johnson’s trumpet soars front-and-center, showcasing his melodic creativity, infectious compositions and beautiful trumpet sound.

Check out his music ☞ GabrielJohnsonMusic.com

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