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Andy Kahn is committed to preserving America’s unique musical art form, “JAZZ and the STANDARD SONG.” For more than 40 years, he has researched works of Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern, George Gershwin and other American songwriters who provided the foundation for Swing and Jazz, America’s enduring unique contribution to music and the arts. Andy performs his “Music by Intention” concerts in theaters and nightclubs. He lectures at educational institutions about owning and operating a recording studio and music production.

Andy weaves his musical spell on audiences attending his educational and entertainment events. He has raised impressive sums for aids support, non-profits and charitable foundations. Andy has entertained at major jazz festivals and in intimate settings, interacting closely with his audiences. His affable personality and obvious love for the music he plays and sings has enthralled audiences at annual benefits for a museum in western Maine as well as in Europe and South America onboard cruise ships. Offering programs for all ages, he performs standard songs and jazz composed in America, musical genres surviving nearly a hundred years. Andy adds charisma and charm into his vast repertoire, offering anecdotes about American composers whose intention was to help shape a country’s ideals while instilling qualities and attitudes in the lives of its people.

Lecturing to students interested in music-industry careers, Andy recounts his building a recording studio in 1970 which became a premier facility for many international musical acts and world-renowned personalities to record. Audiences are taken on a fascinating journey from the waning days of analog magnetic-tape recording through the technological shift into the digital realm. With his ability to move away from the podium and sit at the piano to demonstrate different musical styles and themes, Andy delivers a compelling presentation geared to high-school and college students interested in learning about the recording and music industry’s evolution.

Background:

While still in high school, ANDY KAHN played jazz piano in Philadelphia nightspots. He composed, arranged and produced recordings at Queen Village Studios, a facility he co-owned and operated. Andy wrote and produced his first gold record in 1978, “HOT SHOT,” the #1 hit song performed by the late KAREN YOUNG. “STAND UP SIT DOWN” by his AKB ORCHESTRA reached the top ten in Billboard in 1979. That same year, Andy was recruited to produce and arrange the first professional studio recordings by THE GIPSY KINGS. In 1995, Andy recorded “SOLO DUET,” original musical themes performed at the grand piano.

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Andy Kahn's "Music By Intention" Show--A Tribute To The Great Amerian Songwriters--Comes To Philadelphia Ethical Society On June 22

Andy Kahn's "Music By Intention" Show--A Tribute To The Great Amerian Songwriters--Comes To Philadelphia Ethical Society On June 22

Source: Bruce Klauber

Pianist, vocalist, composer and archivist Andy Kahn brings his critically acclaimed “Music by Intention” show—a tribute to America’s greatest composers and lyricists—to the Philadelphia Ethical Society on Sunday, June 22 for a 3 p.m. show. Tickets are $25 and are available only at the door. The Ethical Society is located at 1906 Rittenhouse Square. For directions and other information, call 215-735-3456 or visit phillyethics.org. Jazz Times magazine said it best: “Andy Kahn’s ‘Music by Intention’ program is 90 minutes of ...

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Andy Kahn / Bruce Klauber / Bruce Kaminsky Develop "History Of The Jazz Trio" Program

Andy Kahn / Bruce Klauber / Bruce Kaminsky Develop "History Of The Jazz Trio" Program

Source: Bruce Klauber

Collectively, pianist Andy Kahn, bassist Bruce Kaminsky and drummer Bruce Klauber have been playing jazz professionally—and have worked in virtually every facet of the entertainment industry—for close to 150 years. As examples, in addition to their acclaimed work as musicians, Andy Kahn wrote and produced the number one hit record, “Hot Shot." Bruce Kamsinky invented—and manufactures—the widely used electronic/acoustic hybrid—KYDD bass. Bruce Klauber is the biographer of Gene Krupa and was the Jazz Legends DVD producer for Warner Bros. Publications ...

JAZZ TIMES MAGAZINE 08/30/11 • By Bruce Klauber - A Winning Bet: Andy Kahn Wows 'Em at Atlantic City's Resorts Hotel/Casino Pianist/singer Andy Kahn's performance of "The Great American Songbook" is a resounding success.

JAZZ TIMES MAGAZINE 10/21/10 • By Bruce Klauber - Andy Kahn: Songs of the Spirit Pianist/Singer/Record Producer in stellar, Philadelphia and Atlantic City performances.

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