Bob Sheppard Talks Recording, Practicing, Chick Corea, and More
A household name for saxophonists worldwide, Bob Sheppard has done it all. Superstar names such as Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Perter Erskine, Joni Mitchell, Steely Dan, Stevie Wonder and many, many, many legends pack his world-class resume. Splitting his time between Los Angeles, and New York, Bob’s forged working relationships with the best musicians on both coasts.
As a first-call multi-woodwind studio sideman, he’s played on over a hundred movie and television soundtracks, and can occasionally be heard soloing on the massively popular television show, American Idol.
With his new album, Close Your Eyes, Bob recruits Antonio Sanchez, Gabe Noel, John Beasley, and Alan Pasqua along with other greats to create a sonically rich interactive jazz experience.
As a passionate music educator, Sheppard is a part-time faculty member at the USC Thorton School of Music, and frequently a guest clinician at colleges around the country.
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I've been playing the sax since the late 80's, but my musical journey has run quite the gamut. The musical rap sheet includes tours with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and reggae master Half Pint, center stage at the L.A. Music Center, cozy cafes, raucous night clubs, gear-drenched studios, and the pinnacle of any musician's career - playing weddings in New Jersey! (duh). There's a lot of other stuff too, but you should be reading these blog posts and leaving comments instead. Now off you go!View Author Profile
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I enjoyed listening to the podcast, thanks for that. I had bought Bobs latest CD a few weeks ago so it was great to hear the man himself.
Derek
Great job, Doron! I really like Bob’s playing. I was driving a few weeks ago listening to the local jazz station and heard this amazing soprano solo. I had to sit in the parking lot waiting for the DJ to announce who it was. Of course, it was Bob!
I caught Bob’s ” Close Your Eyes”on the radio while driving and had to buy the album–great stuff.
He’s has a beautiful and interesting style.
I was lucky to get a lesson from him when I was in LA 3 years ago.
Wow, very cool that you got to have a lesson with Bob, a killin’ player and a great guy as well.
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I also feel very fortunate to have had a lesson with Bob a few years ago while in LA.
Heard him at the LA Jazz Institutes concert at the airport Marriot last Oct.
He has such a tasty touch.
i really enjoy your website–keep em coming.
Ray
Yes indeed, Bob is a true master and a great guy to boot. Thanks for the kind words, I love hearing that people are getting something out of the site, and I hope that you continue to enjoy it for a long time to come!