Craig Hendry
- Raleigh, NC
- Singing Pianist
- 4 Verified Bookings
Teresa T. said “Craig was a great addition to our event. He is professional and polished, a great look for any event. He knows how to take the spotlight when needed or…”
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Seasoned professional musician performing multiple styles of jazz and Top 40
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Price Range: $500 - $1500
Gig Length: 30 - 120 minutes
Languages: English
The word "jazz' is used to describe multiple types of music. Along with standard forms of jazz, some music from the commercial and pop sectors can be performed.
Our organization can provide the necessary sound and lighting for groups of up to approximately 600. Stage, risers, and electrical power will remain the responsibility of the venue.
A secure and private area will be needed for performers' items and peripheral equipment and cases.
CURRICULUM VITAE
William Anderson Amey, III
Vocalist, Instrumentalist, Producer
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
(credits in alphabetical order)
BALTIMORE’S BIG BAND, Baltimore, Maryland
Official jazz big band of the City of Baltimore
BARBARA EDEN (I Dream of Jeannie), Hollywood, California
Trombonist. Member of full orchestra accompanying Ms. Eden’s Las Vegas-style stage act
GEORGE COLEMAN, New York, New York
“Live” album, recorded with the Rutgers University Jazz Banc under the direction of Dr. Paul Jeffries.
HUGH MASEKELA, New York, New York
Trombonist touring internationally as part of the Hugh Maskela sextet. Personal appearances included television and radio interviews, as well as concert performances
JOHN BROWN JAZZ ORCHESTRA, Duke, Durham, North Carolina
Trombonist at inaugural performance under the baton of Frank Foster.
MILLIE JACKSON, Atlanta, Georgia
Trombonist with North Carolina concert series promoting R & B record sales.
NUTONE RECORDS, Atlanta, Georgia
Executive producer of vocal group singing in the R&B genre. Wrote, arranged, and produced all recordings. single released.
PROGRESSIVE MUSIC ASSOCIATES, New York, New York
Co-founder of not-for-profit organization with a mission to catalog, create and promote music of the big band and bebop eras. Writers and arrangers included musicians from the Basie Band, Lionel Hampton Jazz Band, and Dollar Brand. This company continues today under the leadership of Professor Bob Trowers.
SETH CARPER BIG BAND, Trans-Atlantic crossing commencing Fort Lauderdale and ending in Barcelona, Spain. Performed as trombonist aboard ship as part of Mr. Carper’s featured act.
STRUTT, New York, New York
Performed as trombonist, vocalist, and keyboardist with Brunswick Records. The group performed popular music boasting record sales in excess of 50,000 albums in the first year. Toured major venues of the eastern United States opening for Roberta Flack, Kool and the Gang, The Tramps, etc.
TEMPTATIONS REVUE featuring Nate Evans, Atlanta, Georgia
Trombonist on tour with the tribute to Mr. Evans time with Motown and the Temptations. U. S. based concerts with the backup band, Chocolate Buttermilk.
TENOR CLEF, New York, New York
Co-producer of jazz quintet performing nationally. Duties included all aspects of management. Accomplishments would include recordings with Curtis Fuller and Cecil Payne, Massachusetts Jazz Festival, etc.
UNION BAPTIST CHURCH, Durham, North Carolina
Principal trombonist with church orchestra performing a full range of religious music.
Separated "stage area" and access to electrical outlets is required.
Teresa T. said “Craig was a great addition to our event. He is professional and polished, a great look for any event. He knows how to take the spotlight when needed or…”
Keith A. L. B. said “Bella G was hired as an opening performance singing original music, a keyboardist for our original music and covers and a backup vocalist. She is a talented…”
Michael T. said “Besides being a fantastic singer and musician, Austin related well to the audience and captivated all. We went into this event hoping our guests would…”
Beth I. said “Despite her more serious talent as a musician and singer, Jenny was a great sport to show up in a gorilla suit on a hot day for my sister's 75th…”