SEEKING
Upright bass, Vocalist - Alto, Background Singer, Piano, Keyboard, Saxophone, Other Percussion, Drums, Bass Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Vocalist - Soprano, Vocalist - Tenor, Vocalist - Baritone.ABOUT
Lenard (Lenny) Fleming was born on August 7th, 1959 in New York City. He jumped out with music in his blood and bones. The son of phenomenal percussionist Leopoldo Fleming, and the grandson of legendary latin bassist Leo Fleming, you can say that it was inevitable that he play. Taught the rudiments of percussion at an early age by his father, Lenny explored other instruments as he grew. While attendin J.H.S. 125 in the Bronx, he studied saxophone while in the school band. His instructor saw fit to place him in the District 8 All Star Band. This allowed him to go to London, England and perform. While in JHS, along with his than and still friend Ronnie Gibbs, they formed their first band called Energy Source. Playing for schooldances and concerts, the youn men honed their musical skills. They even caught the ear of than neighbor George Benson, who allowed the young men to record in his than garage recording studio. Lenny taught himself the keyboards, and was off to the races. After relocating to St. Thomas, in the Virgin Islands, he than caught the ear Tony Benjamin at Charlotte Amalie High School, who asked him to join the Starlites. This became one of the premier bands in the VI. TO BE CONTINUED
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- Screen name:
- Lennylenn
- Member since:
- Aug 19 2010
- Active over 1 month ago
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years playing music:
- 30
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- More than 3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 4-5 nights a week
EQUIPMENT
5-String Rogue & ESP Basses, Ampeg Electric Upright Bass, Latin Percussion Congas, Yamaha Keyboard