Gerald Veasley (US)

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Gerald VeasleyBassist Gerald Veasley is highly regarded as a composer, producer, artist and educator. His varied musical career has allowed him to reach out to an ever growing legion of fans. Gerald has been appreciated by fans and fellow musicians alike for his virtuosity yet soulful approach to music making. He has been voted Best Electric Bassist by Jazziz Magazine and named in both Downbeat Magazine's Critic's and Reader's Polls. Collaboration has been an important feature of Gerald's musical career. He had a long and fruitful association with Grover Washington, Jr., and Joe Zawinul. He not only toured and recorded with those two masters, but he also contributed songs to their repertoire. Gerald has also worked with such important jazz artists as Pat Martino, Special EFX, Pieces of a Dream and the Jaco Pastorius Big Band.

• Gerald Veasley performs at the Bassline on Friday, August 26 and Saturday, August 27. He will be accompanied by Marcus Cory Baylor (drums), Donald Ray Robinson (keyboard/organ) and Christopher Farr (saxophone).