Hybrid Jazz From Trish Hennessey - with Reza Saleh!

Born in Indonesia, Reza Saleh was enchanted by the bass before his teens.  His Dad encouraged to immerse himself in the Blues, which he did.  Brother Emir played the piano - and they would take delight in jamming as a family after school.  When Reza saw Earth, Wind and Fire in concert, his love for playing grew into a passion.  He was determined to find his way in the music business.

Now living in California, Reza has made tremendous strides toward a full-time dream.  He was named the Long Beach Jazz Festival Star Search Winner a few years ago - and has played on the same stage as Peter White, Ray Parker, Jr. and Brand New Heavies.  

No less than Victor Wooten encouraged Reza to keep to the grind - after hearing a take on Stevie Wonder's "Overjoyed" - and Reza has paid attention.  His debut CD, "First Step" is getting the attention of bass lovers all over the world - who sense the commitment to chords and harmonies in Reza's playing.  You'll hear some delectable tracks and get the rundown on Surviving in Southern California - the Saleh Way - when Reza joins us on 7/23/13.  Two p.m. Eastern USA time.

www.rezasaleh.com