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Peter Eldridge
Peter Eldridge has been called "perennially classy" (JazzTimes) and ranked "in the celebrated tradition of melodic poets, most famously represented by such disparate voices as Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison and Steely Dan--singer/songwriters who create catchy, beautiful tunes with insightful lyrics that are both personal and universal" (allmusicguide.com).
Mr. Eldridge continues to draw on his many-faceted talent as he pursues an eclectic mix of activities, including composing, performing, arranging, recording, as well as teaching (Manhattan School of Music, jazz voice faculty since 1993). He has released three solo recordings: Stranger in Town, characterized by its bittersweet swing and called the Best Jazz CD of 2001 by Boston radio station WICN; Fool No More, full of Peter's original compositions in a sophisticated pop style, released in the same year (both on the independent label Rosebud Records); and Decorum, a 2005 release of originals.
Downbeat said of his latest CD, "If musical intelligence and artistry were prompters to marketplace success, Decorum would grant him stardom... strong, far-ranging voice... hauntingly wistful." Peter is also a member of the double-Grammy winning New York Voices, a vocal group he co-founded with Darmon Meader, which has recorded six studio albums (including a new studio project set to be released in the Spring of 2007), made numerous guest appearances, and toured internationally for more than a decade, with appearances at Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall, and the Kennedy Center, among many others. In addition, compositions by Mr. Eldridge have been included on albums by other artists: 'Minds of Their Own', written with Brazilian composer-performer Ivan Lins, was included on Nancy Wilson's R.S.V.P. (Rare Songs, Very Personal) on the MCG Jazz Label, which won the 2004 Grammy award for Best Jazz Vocal Album; 'Difficult' was recorded by Cuban saxophonist-clarinetist Paquito D'Rivera for his The Jazz Chamber Trio, a 2005 release on Chesky Records; and Jane Monheit, who was at one time one of Mr. Eldridge's many talented students, features Peter's song 'Surrender' as the title track on her acclaimed 2007 CD and also features the Eldridge duet 'Around Us', based on a James Thurber quote, on her 2003 Encoded Music DVD, Live from the Rainbow Room. One of his many choral pieces, simply entitled 'Prayer', was recently recorded by New York City's own Marble Collegiate Sanctuary Choir, on its recording With Many Voices.
In spring 2006, Peter was invited to join Kurt Elling, Jon Hendricks, and Mark Murphy for a 'concept concert', the Four Brothers.
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Peter Eldridge, Kenny Werner: Somewhere
by Edward Blanco
Singer Peter Eldridge, founding member of the famed New York Voices, and veteran pianist and composer Kenny Werner, a world-class performer for over 40 years, finally come together for a collaboration of talent and song that has been percolating for nearly a decade. The result is the incredible, sophisticated harmonic treasure Somewhere, a masterful fusion of song, talent and magic, nicely wrapped in an audacious eleven-track vocal album. The breadth of the project was not fully known to ...
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by Dan Bilawsky
Approximately ten years ago, pianist Kenny Werner invited his Berklee colleague, vocalist Peter Eldridge, to the studio for a library music recording session. When Eldridge arrived, expecting an intimate duo setup, he received the shock of a lifetime: Werner was there with an orchestra, 40 deep. That curve ball, which Eldridge, of course, took in stride, proved to be a gift, as it planted the seed for this lush bouquet of a project. Recalling classic singer-arranger pairings ...
read morePeter Eldridge: Disappearing Day
by Edward Blanco
Pianist, songwriter and Grammy Award-winning singer Peter Eldridge unveils his fifth solo album with Disappearing Day, presenting a varied mix of styles from jazz and alternative to a country-tinged piece, on seven original tunes and five covers offering arrangements from Paul McCartney, Leonard Bernstein to Frank Sinatra. This is not your typical jazz vocal album where the artist is backed up by a trio or quartet and voices standards like so many other vocalists often do. This album showcases different ...
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by Dan Bilawsky
It wouldn't necessarily be inaccurate to refer to Peter Eldridge as a “singer-songwriter," but that tag definitely does not fit him. Such a label just undercuts the creative brilliance behind his music, diminishing the beauty, truth, strength, wit, and compassion in his work. The man is far more than a simple spinner of songs. His is the true voice of understanding, speaking on its own terms while also capturing and expressing the emotions that we all feel. If ever there ...
read morePeter Eldridge: Mad Heaven
by Dan Bilawsky
"Easy listening" is a term that's often associated with bland, tepid material which serves as background fodder in supermarkets and shopping malls, but the term isn't negative by nature. Easy listening has a positive side, and Peter Eldridge's Mad Heaven is the proof. Eldridge packages charming pieces in an easy-to-swallow format that belies the sophistication behind his music, and provides an easy-on-the-ears entrance point into the world of modern jazz vocals. Eldridge's arranging skills have always been ...
read morePeter Eldridge: A Lot of Other Stuff
by Dr. Judith Schlesinger
In 1986, a group of kids from Ithaca College got to sing at the Montreux Jazz Festival. Although it was on the patio, rather than the main casino stage, it inspired the creation of the New York Voices, one of the most successful and long-running vocal groups in music history. The Voices seem to be on continuous tour, performing at the world's most prestigious venues. After six of their own albums, and two Grammy-winners with Paquito D'Rivera and the Count ...
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All About Jazz
Peter Eldridge performs at BIRDLAND with his band and very special guests Kate McGarry, Lauren Kinhan and Jo Lawry.
Previewing songs from his newest album entitled 'Mad Heaven', as well as new and old originals and arrangements.
One long set at 7 pm
Players - Keith Ganz on guitar, Tim Lefebvre on bass, Ben Wittman on drums, James Shipp on percussion and vibes, Peter Eldridge on piano and vocals.
Birdland 315 W 44th Street,between 8th and 9th avenues ...
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For Those We Love Jazz Benefit Concert
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All About Jazz
For one night only, JANE MONHEIT, Grammy Award winning jazz legend PAQUITO D'RIVERA, the Grammy Award winning vocal ensemble NEW YORK VOICES, and LOUISE ROGERS will perform on the same stage in a special concert to benefit the Alzheimer's Association, New York City Chapter. The concert, hosted by Bill Ritter of WABC-TV, will take place on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at 7:30 p.m., at Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Center.
Rogers and Peter Eldridge (of New York Voices) joined forces ...
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New York Voices Vocalist Peter Eldridge Interviewed at AAJ
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All About Jazz
In 1986, a group of kids from Ithaca College got to sing at the Montreux Jazz Festival. Although it was on the patio, rather than the main casino stage, it inspired the creation of the New York Voices, one of the most successful and long-running vocal groups in music history. The Voices seem to be on continuous tour, performing at the world's most prestigious venues. After six of their own albums, and two Grammy-winners with Paquito D'Rivera and the Count ...
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Tune In To WNYC to Hear Peter Eldridge LIVE on SoundCheck with John Schaefer!
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All About Jazz
On Wednesday, March 29, 2006 at 2:30 PM (EST) Grammy Award Winning vocalist/pianist/ composer Peter Eldridge will be appearing on WNYC's SoundCheck with John Schaefer! Tune in at AM 820, FM 93.9 or on the web at www.wnyc.org. On SoundCheck Peter Eldridge will be performing music from his third solo recording, “Decorum," giving listeners a preview of what will go down on Thursday night, March 30, at Joe's Pub (ONE SHOW at 7:30 PM). Eldridge will be joined on stage ...
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Peter Eldridge CD Release at Joe's Pub, October 20, 7:30PM
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All About Jazz
“Eldridge belongs in the celebrated tradition of melodic poets, most famously represented by such disparate voices as Stevie Wonder, Joni Mitchell, Steely Dan and Van Morrison: singer/songwriters who create beautiful tunes with insightful lyrics that are both personal and universal." - All Music Guide Peter Eldridge CD Release at Joe's Pub Thursday October 20, 2005 7:30PM – ONE SET ONLY Peter Eldridge performs original songs from his long awaited album, “Decorum" following his critically acclaimed 2001 releases, “Fool No More" ...
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Peter Eldridge at the Jazz Standard | March 28, 2005
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All About Jazz
PETER ELDRIDGE AT THE JAZZ STANDARD Monday, March 28, 2005 The “perennially classy," (Jazz Times) Peter Eldridge will be performing as part of the “Monday Night Singer Series" curated by pianist Fred Hersch at the Jazz Standard in New York City. After playing to a sold-out house at Birdland in February Peter will be performing standards and original tunes featured on his CDs 'Stranger in Town' and ‘Fool No More’, as well as original songs from his upcoming album, 'Decorum'. ...
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Peter Eldridge at Birdland | February 21, 2005
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All About Jazz
PETER ELDRIDGE AT BIRDLAND Monday February 21, 2005 7:00PM – ONE SET ONLY The “perennially classy," (Jazz Times) Peter Eldridge will be performing for one night only at the legendary Birdland in New York City. Peter will be performing standards and original tunes featured on his CDs 'Stranger in Town' and ‘Fool No More’, as well as original songs from his upcoming album, 'Decorum'. Peter will be joined by bassist Tim Lefebvre, drummer/percussionist Ben Wittman and special guest Joel Frahm ...
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