Timmy Shepherd

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Timmy Shepherd is a vocalist who plays guitar and piano , composes, writes lyrics and arranges much of the material he performs.Out of Nat Cole's ,Johnny Mathis and Tony Bennett school , you can hear the influence of Jon Hendricks, Al Jarreau and Eddie Jefferson in his approach to singing. R&B,Blues,Dixie,Swing,Latin and Afro Cuban are in his library of music. From the small group,larger ensembles to the big bands are settings he worked throughout the years.In 1981 he was hired by drummer Harold White after hearing Timmy at a jam session in Baltimore. That same year Henry Baker gave Timmy some nights at his Jazz Closet. NEA Jazz Master

Trombonist Curtis Fuller came in for the weekend and let the young singer sit in . At the end of the night Curtis invited him to work the rest of the weekend with his group. Pianist Albert Dailey came through the next weekend and advised him to relocate somewhere in New York.He moved to the Bronx 1982 sharing an apt with Harold White. Harold gave him the vocal spot with his quintet at the Star Bar Café on 23rd street in Chelsea Manhattan.Three months later he became artist in resident. He toured with Curtis Fuller for almost a year up and down the East coast. Junior Cook began working with Harold and asked the singer to sit in with the Bill Hardman/Junior Cook Quintet on Xmas Eve. Sitting in a few more times he joined the group for a concert in Philly his stay last four years. The group toured up and down the East Coast playing the Jazz festivals and Clubs.They played Barry Harris' Jazz Cultural Theater meeting the Baroness Ponnonica. It was there Timmy gained a partner to share the vocals, the incredible Suzanne Klewin. 1986 five members of the group were scheduled to record the music of Rahsaan Roland Kirk arranged by Steve Turre. it was a Grammy nominated recording session. One of the tracks , Spirits up above has been used on two additional recording sessions. It has 10,000 Hits on utube. So Timmy and Suzanne get credit for being on those sessions. 1987 Dave Hubbard added the two singers to his Labor of love ensemble. Albert Dailey joined Harold's group at the Star and used Timmy on many of his Trio and Quartet gigs. Moving back to Baltimore he found work with trumpeter Mack Rucks in Quartet and the Eubie Blake Big Band. Baltimore drummer/personality Bing Miller hired him on Friday and Saturday at Buddies Pub. In 1998 he formed his own group focusing on his lyrical skills and original compositions. His son Kelly and adopted godson Eric made him a partner in their recording label Sommerset ..2002 Timmy Recorded the Family,Friends& Music CD. He also helped to Produce the Dreamworld double CD. In 2006 Wenha productions, owned by JazzMaster Wendell Harrison brought him to him to Detroit for the live radio broadcast for the Summer series of Jazz concerts.The Family ,Friends & Music recording is a true reflection of Timmy's direction in music.Timmy started teaching music after school in Baltimore public schools for three years. 2010 reunited Timmy with Curtis Fuller in Baltimore for the Jazzway Series .There was an appearance with Dream World at the Monday night concert series in Hartford and he was introduced to Twins by his son. Pipes,the nickname given to him by Henry Baker last recorded August 2017 with Students from Berkley. Five of his compositions were recorded. One of his Songs selected for a big band arrangement. The recordings were part of Kelly's Music and More school . A school of music for all ages and group sizes with a summer camp and school program.Timmy has been a consultant and is a part of the workshops for performance.Timmy Shepherd's group for Twins is Kelly Shepherd on Alto, Nasar Abeday , Drums,James King on Bass and guest pianist Michael Weiss. Herman Burney replaced James King on Bass.

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5 Spot Tokyo, Japan

Hilton Hawaiian Honolulu, Hawaii

Chicago Jazz Festival. Chicago, Il. Blue Note New York Jazz Forum, Jazz Mobile Village Gate,Star Cafe artist in residence Omnibus. Kitizigen, Germany Painted Bride Philadelphia, Pa Black Mueseum of Art New Orleans Jazz Festival. New Orleans, La Twins, One Step Down Washington, DC Hartford Jazz Festival. Hartford, Conn The Closet Baltimore,Md Has performed with: Eubie Blake Big Band,Junior Cook,Bill Hardman,Curtis Fuller,Dave Hubbard,Dr Lonnie Smith,Richard Wyands,Albert Dailey,Woody Shaw,Tommy Turrentine,CarterJefferson,Billy Hart,Walter Booker,Harold Vick,Mickey Tucker,Ronnie Mathews,Walter Bishop jr, Leroy Williams, Brian Lynch,Hilton Ruiz,Keith Copeland, David Hazletine, Benny Green, Michael Weiss, Joe Ford,Ralph Moore, Dick Griffin, Suzanne Klewan,Pamela Wise,James King ,Nasar Abbeday, Eric Kennedy, my son Kelly and many more.

Timmy Shepherd was introduced to music with a set of Spike Jones drums. At the age of 8, his study of guitar began. Later on he would add piano to his musical education. But it was voice that captured his heart.Influenced by a wide and varied array of singers from classical, pop, rock, R&B,blues, country, be-bop,swing and opera.He has developed a style that reaches across all listeners. A story teller and entertainer that is rare in this time and age. From the small clubs to the large concerts halls and nightclubs, Timmy has learned his craft well. A polished professional performer, one you can see who enjoys his gift well!

Recordings and Session Work Stash: The Vibration Society, The Music of Rahsaan Roland Kirk

View Points and Vibrations: Steve Turre Live at the Jazz Cultural Theater Junior Cook-Bill Hardman Quintet Mystic Lady: Dave Hubbard. New Life: Mack Rucks. Fresh Focus: Kenny Wright Family, Friends and Music: Timmy Shepherd Dream World: Kelly Shepherd-Eric Kennedy Rebirth Radio Broadcast Detroit, Mi. Theme for the Eulipians: Hilton Ruiz. CCBC/Essex: Baltimore Md

The Fruit of Labor

What you put in, You get out! Finding who you really are , is so important to what you actually become. Life’s path is different for everyone, any art form has the door to a better understanding of life and mankind‘s real purpose on this planet. To uplift life with awareness and love through music is my way of giving back. The ears open your mind, spirit and soul. They tell us what is pleasant what is not. A beautiful melody is like honey to the bee , very soothing and healing.

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