Gentle Soul - The Music of Aretha Franklin for Solo Piano Davell Crawford

• 1 (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman 05:30
• 2 Bridge Over Troubled Water 05:52
• 3 Do Right Woman, Do Right Man 04:13
• 4 Don't Play That Song (You Lied) 04:57
• 5 Ain't No Way 04:03
• 6 You're All I Need to Get By 05:15
• 7 Dr. Feelgood (Love Is a Serious Business) 03:50
• 8 Respect/Oh Me Oh My 05:18
• 9 Day Dreaming 05:15
• 10 Precious Memories 05:18
• 11 Somewhere 03:06
• 12 Love All the Hurt Away 03:58
• 13 Until You Come Back to Me (That's What I'm Gonna Do) 03:45
• Total Runtime 01:00:20

Info for Gentle Soul - The Music of Aretha Franklin for Solo Piano

A tribute to Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, from the Prince of New Orleans, Davell Crawford.

The emotion Aretha Franklin brought to a diverse group of signature tunes is evoked by Davell Crawford in his expressive piano playing.

"Crawford keeps the listener wondering if there is anything he can't do musically." (Daily Vault)

Davell Crawford, piano

Davell Crawford
an all-around musical sensation, is one of the true wonders of the contemporary Crescent City music scene. Performing professionally since the age of seven, Davell has enjoyed a wild widely acclaimed career as an entertainer. He emerged as a teenage piano terror and began to unfold his incredible talent before the world. He has toured the world performing to sold out audiences and has been a committed advocate for the arts. While touring and recording he’s also taught in schools, given masters classes workshops about artistry, the importance of American Roots music – traditional jazz, gospel, funk and R&B.

Hailed as “The Prince of New Orleans,” Crawford has played extensively throughout the states and has toured many countries including Spain, Italy, France, Russia, Finland, Dominica, Brazil, Morocco, and Portugal among others. Cited as one of the few musicians committed to keeping the piano sounds of New Orleans alive, he stands as one of the most versatile and most documented young piano players in America today. He has kept true to the music while adding a little freshness and vitality.

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