Chad Steward
As an artist; Chad Steward has shared his unique style with the listening public for over a half a century. His interpretations of timeless works reflects his varied background ranging from that of a classically trained, jazz, and rock performer in North America to his performances in bossa-nova cabarets of Latin America. As a composer; his creations are sensitive, imaginative and filled with spirit that has contributed to the Canadian Arts community both with his poetry and music. As an arranger; his background in big band jazz is heard throughout the wide cross section of the music that he performs. As a musician; his professionalism, sound and appearance contributes to the performance of an "easy listening" and enjoyable musical experience.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
These albums are dedicated to the friends and relations of the Terry Noonan Family; specifically to the memory of Terry for the years of being such a close friend, a great listener and for his noble fight with ALS and to my family (Boo; Cat & Mark; Bob & Haz; Steph, Kayla, Cindy & Brett; Al & Carole and Len & Ruth) and to the many friends around the world (Sher & Syb; John & Margot; Wayne & Wendy; Ian & Deb and so many many more) for their inspiration, support and encouragement in the production of this music.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Canadian and Latin American Tour
Your musical influences
Carlos Jobim, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, Joe Harnell & Bart Howard Dave Brubeck, Miles Davis, Stan Getz, Joe Pass, Ray Brown, Joe Morello, Errol Gardner, Elliott Scheiner, Allan Herman, Jerry Hyman, Louis Del Vecchio, Frank Robinson, Oscar Peterson, Wyatt Ruther, Elmer Gill and more
What equipment do you use?
Korg Triton, Tascam & Mackie Mixers, and Shure Microphones
Anything else?
CDs: cd#1 ORIGINALS 12/2001, cd#2 OTHERS 12/2001,
cd#3 SINCE I FELL FOR YOU 02/2002, cd#4 FRIENDS 05/2002, cd#5
BEGINNINGS 07/2002, cd#6 THEN NOW & ALWAYS 9/2002, cd#7
NICE NEIGHBORHOOD 07/2003, cd#8 COOL IN THE CITY 01/2004,
cd#9 SWING 02/2004, cd#10 "3/27/05" 03/2005
