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Gospel Instruments => Gospel Keyboard / Piano => Topic started by: darkwing on July 31, 2006, 01:53:49 AM

Title: Cyrus Chestnut
Post by: darkwing on July 31, 2006, 01:53:49 AM

Have you ever checked out Cyrus Chestnut (piano) for some sweet Jazzed up Gospel arrangements?  He's got a killer arrangement of "Great Is Thy Faithfulness".  Most of his albums are Jazz, but he always throws in a Gospel hymn or two.  I saw him live at Yoshi's and he was amazing.  I can only imagine a church service with him on the piano.

Title: Re: Cyrus Chestnut
Post by: ifiwereu on July 31, 2006, 08:11:32 AM

Yes, this dude is well trained. He received Oscar Peterson awards or scholarships. His chops are well honed. His latest CD is loaded with spirituals played in solo jazz style.

Title: Re: Cyrus Chestnut
Post by: b3wannab on July 31, 2006, 12:48:28 PM

Next to Oscar Peterson, Cyrus Chestnut is my favorite pianist.  I can sit back and listen to his stuff for hours on end, he's just real smooth with intelligent soloing to keep it fresh.