Richard Grant (pic. @ The 'old' World Stage on flugelhorn) 

   "has always been considered one of the top ten #trumpet players of his generation & w/o a doubt the least known. Richard grew up in the artists community of Leimert Park (Village), a thriving neighborhood in Los Angeles. Within Leimert Park is a venue called The World Stage, which is in my opinion the most important venue for (J)azz in the world. The World Stage sits in the heart of the African American community & was owned & operated by the legendary drummer Billy Higgins.

An original member of the critically acclaimed Los Angeles-based (J)azz band ‘Black Note’, Richard went his own way just after the release of the groups debut recording “43rd & Degnan”.

There is a reason why few people outside of (J)azz musicians have heard about Richard Grant. It is because he felt more comfortable playing at The World Stage & dedicating himself to using his talents to up lift his own community, as he follows in the footsteps of drummer Higgins & pianist Horace Tapscott.

The World Stage was made for musicians like Richard Grant who at the early age of fifteen had his own concept of success. Richard Grant brings independence & rebellion back to Jazz.”Here’s To The Revolution”. Truly an artist deserving wider recognition & your support!" - Cornel Fauler, The World Stage Drum Workshop Coordinator - VIDA FLAMENCA

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[Listen Hear?]  "Not 2 b confused w/ duh radio sho- of similar (homophone) name"  - 

ALLMUSIC: Grant of Immunity CD

YouTube: 12 yr old Jamael performing @ The Lighthouse w/ his grandfather

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Personnel: quartet -

Richard Grant, Band Leader - flugel horn & trumpet

Adam Ledbetter - piano

Jeff Littleton - bass

Reggie Quinerly - drums

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Playlist: song list -

Laura

Soulville

Free Wheelin'

Daahoud

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Online: Wkly Fri. Nite - Livestreams &/or Archives (live-recordin'z) ~

The World Stage YouTube Channel
www.youtube.com/channel/UCYZPOWI1nn3e3eJc7kB4jOw
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Facebook Live
facebook.com/theworldstage

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In-Person Audience: Soft Re-opennin' w/ limited seatin' (aprox. 30 seats) 1st come~1st seated - Artist Support Fee: donation based - COVID protocols practiced

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Next-Up: Wky Fri. Nite - Concert Series - Livestream or (ltd.) In-Person Audience ~

29th - Drummer *Clayton Cameron*

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UPF: For the USC & Expo. Pk. neighborhoods in L.A. (area adjacent)

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