Walter
Beasley
Over the past three decades,
saxophonist, Walter Beasley, has artfully and
dynamically redefined the phrase “musical
Renaissance Man” for the modern generation.
Considered by fans and critics alike as the
“heir to Grover Washington, Jr.’s Throne,”
Beasley is the acclaimed saxophonist, vocalist,
educator, and entrepreneur of the decade. As the
highest selling full-time Professor / Recording
Artist in history, the Boston-based musician has
long mastered an exhilarating high wire act of
balancing a successful career as a contemporary
jazz recording artist and performer with an
equally thriving presence in the field of music
education.
A leading alto and soprano saxophonist and
prominent vocalist all the same, Beasley is
hailed by fans for his thrilling performances
along the East Coast and throughout the U.S. and
Caribbean. Notable performances include the
all-star tour To Grover, With Love, performing
alongside Chuck Loeb, Buddy Williams and Andy
Snitzer and performing as the headlining act for
the 2011 Playboy Jazz Festival.
As to the release of his latest CD/DVD project,
“Live In The Club,” Beasley’s chart-topping
single, “Groove In You,” debuted on the Groove
Jazz Chart at #29, climbing to Top 20 on the
Billboard/R&R Chart, Radiowave,
SmoothJazz.com, & Mediabase, earning a spot
in the Top 10 on the Indie Chart. Other notable
works by Beasley include his self-titled albums,
Sax Meditations and Live in the Groove, both
released through his Affable Publishing, as well
as Free Your Mind (Heads Up), whose presence
earned Beasley the 2009 Jazz Awards, and
Backatcha (Shanachie Entertainment / Affable),
featuring his hot single, “Lovely Day.” During
2011, Backatcha rose to #10 on Billboard Top 50,
with his single “The Call” debuting at 30 on
Billboard Smooth Jazz chart and #3 Most Added in
June 2011.
Since 2008, Beasley continues to thrive at the
forefront of digital media and communication by
offering consultation services to independent
sax artists via Skype. Students are
worldwide and of all ages and skill levels. He
extends his influence to the younger generation
by sharing his experiences and educational
expertise through “Walter Beasley Sax Lessons”
on YouTube and through his educational app
offerings on iTunes and Google. Beasley also
creates instructional DVDs for young players who
are not able to afford a traditional music
education. Projects include 14 Steps To
Maximizing your Performance, which is currently
available for download on his official website.
His other best selling videos released through
his Affable Publishing include Sound Production
for the Saxophone, Hip Hop Improvisation,
Circular Breathing and Performance Workshop.
A native of El Centro, CA, Beasley found his
calling in the 1970’s after his Aunt gave him
his first Grover Washington, Jr. record at the
age of nine. During his early teens, Beasley
played sax and sang in various bands throughout
Southern California. In the following years,
Beasley attended the prestigious Berklee College
of Music and graduated alongside such prominent
classmates as saxophonist, Branford Marsalis,
and vocalist, Rachelle Ferrell. Upon graduation,
Beasley accepted a teaching position at Berklee
where he continues to share his musical genius
with students, nearly 30 years later.
Quotes
"Walter is an
anomaly: a successful performing musician
who possesses the rare skill of
understanding the musical process beyond
the intuitive. This special ability
enables Walter to communicate with
aspiring musicians in a way that removes
the sense of mystery that sometimes
enshrouds our profession."
- Branford Marsalis
"If there is an heir to Grover's
throne, it's definitely found in Walter
Beasley."
- Thomas R. Erdmann, Jazzreview.com
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Beasley - 14 Billboard Chart topping albums
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Mp3 Samples
YouTube Videos
Walter
Beasley Live 2013
Walter
Beasley - Coolness (Live 2007)
Walter
Beasley - Private Time (1995 Music Video)
Walter
Beasley - If You Ever Loved Someone and Lost
(1992 Music Video)
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