Jasz
Jasz is a smooth instrumental pop, Gospel & Christian Saxophonist. He is the writer and arranger of his web distributed music and is self produced.
Song Clip from Smooth Jazz Saxophonist, James Johnson
SoundClick artist Jasz presents "A Figment of My Imagination", a remarkable release in the Smooth Jazz genre. Featuring saxophone, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. "A Figment of My Imagination" has peaked at #17 in the Smooth Jazz category on SoundClick. Jasz is an independent artist on SoundClick, releasing Smooth Jazz music directly to fans worldwide.
Song Clip from Smooth Jazz Saxophonist, James Johnson
"21 Greenbriar Street" is a Smooth Jazz track by Jasz on SoundClick. The sound is shaped by saxophone, giving the song its signature feel. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. Explore the full Jasz catalog on SoundClick and discover more Smooth Jazz music from independent creators.
Song Clip from Smooth Jazz Saxophonist, James Johnson
Independent artist Jasz drops "Candle Light", a Smooth Jazz track on SoundClick. Featuring saxophone, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. The track delivers a memorable listening experience in this genre, and effortlessly connects with the listener. Find more from Jasz on SoundClick, a platform built for independent music discovery.
Song Clip from Smooth Jazz Saxophonist, James Johnson
Independent artist Jasz drops "Michigan Avenue", a Smooth Jazz track on SoundClick. Featuring saxophone, the production has a distinctive and cohesive sound. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. If Christian and Gospel is your sound, "Michigan Avenue" is a strong addition to your playlist.
Song Clip from Smooth Jazz Saxophonist, James Johnson
"I Can't Explain It" by Jasz is a Smooth Jazz production available on SoundClick. The sound is shaped by saxophone, giving the song its signature feel. This is a remarkable offering in this genre from this independent artist. SoundClick gives artists like Jasz a platform to share original Smooth Jazz music with listeners around the world.
Jasz grew up in the Chicago suburbs where he learned to play the piano, organ, clarinet, drums and electric bass during his early childhood. Wise advise from his father directed James to concentrate on becoming proficient on one of the several instruments at which he tried his hand. Taking his father's advice to heart he focused his attention on the saxophone, and is now proficient on the soprano, alto and tenor saxophones as well as the digital wind synthesizer.
His skillful use of computers, cutting-edge technology, programming and piano skills are important components in composing, arranging and producing his original music.
* Performance with award winning saxophonist "Najee" at the MCI center - Washington, D.C.
* Performance with "Jean Carne" at The Martin Luther King "Salute to Greatness" awards ceremony - Atlanta, GA
* Performance with Northern Virginia Jazz Band, "Destiny" as opening act for "Spyro Gyra" during the annual Red Cross benefit fundraiser - Alexandria, VA
* Performance with WPGC's Heaven 1580, "Children of Promise" as opening act for Grammy award winner "Fred Hammond and Radicals for Christ" - Woodbridge, VA
* Receiving the 5th annual "Gospel Musician of the Year" award - Denver, CO
* Receiving a U. S. Air Force World Wide Talent Contest 1st place "ROGER" award - Ft Walton Beach, FL
* Benefit performances for the opening and closing ceremony fund raisers for the National Headquarters of the "Combined Federal Campaign" - Denver, CO
* Performance at "Emmy Awards" post celebration party, J.W. Marriott - Washington, D.C.
* Performances with a variety of artists at the Legendary Jazz Hotspot - "Blues Alley" - Washington, D.C.
* Numerous "Best of Show" and "1st Place" talent show awards in local, European, and World Wide competitions.
* Performance with "Kristal & Silver" as opening act for the Annual Juneteenth
Celebration as opening act for the "SOS Band" - San Antonio, TX
* Opening Act Performance for the "Martha Munizzi / Ricky Smiley Concert" - Austin, TX
I play live every week at Bethel A.M.E. Church in San Antonio.
Grover Washington, Jr, Jeff Lorber, Branford Marsalis, Gerald Albright, Kenny Garrett, Donald Hays
I use Yamaha Saxophones and Keyboards, Pro-tools, Sonar, Reasons adapted, Nuendo and a host of other equipment. To sum it up I would say I use the latest in Digital DAW technology thanks to Sweetwater.com.