SEEKING
Band to Join, Drums, Keyboard, Lead Guitar, Other Percussion, Rhythm Guitar, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Vocalist.ABOUT
Professional musician looking for working paid gigs. Open to sitting in or a permanent spot if it’s the right fit.
I originally from Chicago, but am permanently based in Tallahassee. Most notably I was invited to the international Jazz Festival in Havana Cuba to perform. I have played on the professional Jazz and Blues scene in Chicago, and have a music degree from University of Colorado . Throughout my career I have played just about every genre, but Funk/Soul is where my heart is at. have a rehearsal space in my house with full kit and PA. I’m a professional, easy to get along with. I’m serious about my music and I’m very passionate, but having fun playing is the most important part.
- Screen name:
- Varnesj21
- Member since:
- Jan 15 2022
- Active over 1 month ago
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years playing music:
- 25
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- More than 3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 2-3 nights a week
- Most available:
- Nights
Influences
Bass Influence: Victor Wooten, Paul Jackson, Jaco Pastorious, James Jameson, Chuck Rainey, Rocco Prestia, Marcus Miller, Louis Johnson,
Band Influence: Victor Wooten, Cory Wong, Tower of Power, LTD, Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder, EWF, The Headhunters, Incognito, Average White Band, Brick, Billy Preston, Rufus, The Brecker Brothers, The Meters, Grover Washington Jr.
Instrument experience:
- Bass Guitar:
- Expert
- Upright bass:
- Expert
EQUIPMENT
Fodera YY 5 Standard
Frankenstein bass
Fender Acoustic Guitar
Fender Squire Electric
Ampeg SVT 50th Anniversary
Ampeg 212AV cab
Dave Eden 4x10 and 1x15 cabs
Markbass 1x12 combo bass amp
2 spark guitar amps
808 Mackie Mixer with EV Speakers and 2 mics
Yamaha Baby Grand Piano
Pearl BLX drum kit with Sabian cymbals
