John Hope Bryant
On February 15, I played for an annual heritage event in Atlanta. This year‘s honoree was John Hope Bryant, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Operation Hope. Here is an audio excerpt from our musical salute to Mr. Bryant featuring Fareed Williams, Rod Harris, Joel, Powell, and Ben Johnson.
The Emory University Jazz Festival takes place on February 1-3 and features guitarist Bobby Broom. Broom will joined by Pianist Gary Motley, bassist Kenny Davis, and drummer Kobie Watkins. Evebts take place at Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall. For ticket info , click here
Watch a clip from Bobby’s virtual concert at Emory Jazz Fest 2021
I am happy to announce that you can officially begin reading my new book Harmonic Development and Contrapuntal Techniques for the Jazz Pianist on December 18, 2023.
G-Stream Media announces the release of “Another Christmas” a four track holiday EP by pianist Gary Motley. In contrast to the hard swing and bop which have come to define his career, Another Christmas, finds Motley creating a landscape replete with nods to his Alabama – inspired musical influences. More
Among the many highlights of my experience at the 2020 TED.com global initiative was this introduction by Chris Hemsworth.
Educators and performers Gary Motley and Dr. Gordon J. Vernick discuss the significant roles that Jews have played in the jazz scene. More
Let’s face it: climate change is real. Join over 50 activists, scholars, scientists, thought leaders, musicians and actors in a series of sessions which are certain to leave you inspired to fight for the health of our planet. I’m excited to perform during this momentous event with actor/performer Cynthia Erivo Saturday, October 10 between 3:50 and 5:00 pm. To join the countdown, visit countdown.ted.com.
G-Stream Media is pleased to join EJAZZ News in celebrating the release of “Tone Poems” by Gary Motley. Read
G-Stream Media announces the release of “Tone Poems” by Gary Motley. In contrast to the hard swing and bop which have come to define his style, Tone Poems showcases Motley “creating a musical painting of harmonic richness on a blank canvas” – a tour de force which unabashedly tests the boundaries of sound and space.
G-Stream Media announces the release of “No Reservation Required” by pianist Gary Motley. The album showcases eight original compositions featuring Motley in multiple trio settings. The tracks feature vocalist Veronica Tate, drummers Emrah Kotan and Terreon Gully along with bassists Billy Thornton and Craig Shaw and saxophonist Teodross Avery. Click here to learn more.
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