Bob Almas
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SEEKING

Band to Join, Vocalist - Baritone, Vocalist - Tenor, Drums, Vocalist - Alto.

ABOUT

Former music teacher and current player, my primary interest is in laying down a solid groove for any ensemble I hook up with. I can use my ear for most pop, rock and blues and can read a chord chart to accompany a jazz based project. I am also interested in working with others to develop any originals band in any of the following genres:
R. and B., Smooth Jazz, Funk, Rock, Alternative Pop or any fusion of these styles. Have played blues, rock and jazz with a variety of bands including: The Mike Almas Band, River Bandits, C.C. and the Boys and more recently The Rick Adamson Trio out of Gravenhurst. Most of these can be checked out online.
I would describe myself as an extremely competent sideman. However, I can also contribute to a band with: background vocals, some keyboards in a pinch, a practical knowledge of music theory and composition and a genuine enthusiasm for the joy of making great music. I am also reliable.

Screen name:
Bob Almas
Member since:
Dec 17 2014
Active within 1 week
Level of commitment:
Very Committed
Years playing music:
40
Gigs played:
Over 100
Tend to practice:
More than 3 times per week
Available to gig:
2-3 nights a week

Influences

Motown
Tower of Power
Crusaders
Chet Baker
Steely Dan
Tom Petty
Jackson Browne
Beatles
Sinatra
Eagles
Beach Boys
Bob Dylan and The Band
The Doobie Brothers
Classic Jazz of all types
100's more.

Instrument experience:

Bass Guitar:
Advanced
Piano:
Moderate
Background Singer:
Moderate
Other Percussion:
Intermediate
Keyboard:
Intermediate

EQUIPMENT

Electric Bass Rig. Markbass gear. Effects peddle. My own microphone with a clamp for ipad charts if needed. An Alvin and the Chipmunks lunchbox.