Pacific Coast Jazz - Bradley Leighton

BRADLEY LEIGHTON

Bradley Leighton brings a unique and powerful sound to flute. His style of swing (both in mainstream and contemporary) evolved from listening to the big, hi-octane bands of Kenton, Herman and Ferguson in the 60's-70's. His funkiness derives from years of listening to Tower of Power, Earth, Wind & Fire, the Brecker Brothers and countless other soul/R&B acts. He brings a
fire and flair not usually heard nor expected from a flutist. Bradley has performed across the US and Asia, as both sideman and bandleader, for over 30 years. His most recent gigs include Brooklyn Jazz Cafe in Dallas, Scat Jazz Lounge in Fort Worth, Humphrey’s San Diego, Anthology San Diego, Spaghettini’s Seal Beach and jazz festivals from Maryland to California. As a
private pilot he flies into his gigs when practical and performs privately on a regular basis.
In addition to recording and performing, Bradley Leighton has continued to share his knowledge and enthusiasm of music as a clinician and teacher.

Besides giving private lessons, he leads workshops for musicians of all skill levels, including, "Jazz Improvisation for the Classically Trained Flutist," and"Music For Life - Improvisation for the Adult Amateur Musician." He is also a
Yahama Performing Artist. He teaches out of his studio in Rancho Penasquitos in both piano and flute as well as conducts the Rancho Penasquitos Flute Choir and is on the Board of the San Diego Flute Guild.

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Click here for Bradley's Music For Life summer tour 2010 tour schedule

CLICK HERE FOR BRADLEY'S FLY-IN BLOG from October 2009

"His latest album, the aptly titled ‘Soul Collective’, is replete with a deliciously soulful vibe and is testimony to Leighton’s growing stature within the genre that a galaxy of stars have come out to collaborate with him." - Denis Poole, Journalist and Editor of SmoothJazzTherapy.com.

On Soul Collective, Bradley is joined by veterans Greg Adams, Tom Scott, Mic Gillette, Tom Braxton, Evan Marks and introduces a powerful new vocalist, Paula Prophet.

Some clips of Bradley's music:

Fotografia – from Groove Yard (2003)
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Back To The Funk (2005)
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It’s On! from Soul Collective (2008)
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Carefree – from Just Doin’ Our Thang (2005)
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"Bradley Leighton finds the groove of the alto flute and rides it all the way on the waves of sound coming from the Hammond B-3. You can tell these guys like playing jazz!" - Claudia Russell, KSDS Jazz 88.3 FM

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Back to the Funk is Bradley Leighton's earlier 2006 release, and it is just as smooth in its style, sound, and performances, as Just Doin' Our Thang, which was the follow up release to the southern California based musician's 2003 debut, Groove Yard. Leaning towards an urban and contemporary style, Bradley has the credentials — but more notably the talent — to deliver an enjoyable recording for fans of mellow music.

"Some of the key elements include Leighton's use of an alto flute (with its deep and whispery tone), clever reworkings of popular songs, and capable band members-featuring the Hammond B3 organ as a nice backdrop to flesh out musical ideas. The combination of the alto flute's resonance and the B3's signature sound make for a soothing blend." - Mark Turner, All About Jazz

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