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| Up Close Personal With Tommy Lipuma Three-Time Grammy Winner And Pop And Jazz Producer To Discuss Platinum Record Success, Hosted By National Public Radio's Ashley Kahn. Exclusive interview with Grammy-winning pop and jazz producer and Verve Music Group Chairman Emeritus Tommy LiPuma (Anita Baker, Gladys Knight, Diana Krall, The Story) moderated Ashley Kahn, NPR's Morning Edition and author of Kind of Blue: The Making of the Miles Davis Masterpiece; The House That Trane Built: The Story of Impulse Records; and A Love Supreme: The Story of John Coltrane's Signature Album.. LiPuma will discuss his break into the industry with his first stint with Warner Bros. in 1974 as a staff A producer, helping launch the label careers of George Benson, Al Jarreau, and Michael Franks and recorded albums with Antonio Carlos Jobim, Joao Gilberto, and Claus Ogerman. Transitioning into the position of Chairman Emeritu s in 2004, LiPuma decided to spend more time in the studio, handing over the reigns of the label group's day-to-day operations. With 29 gold and platinum records to his credit, more than 30 GRAMMY nominations, and three GRAMMY Awards, he hails as one of the most successful pop and jazz producers ever. WHEN: Thursday, June 25 6:30-8:30 p.m. WHERE: The Recording Academy New York Chapter 11 West 42 Street, 27th Floor New York, NY Established in 1957, The Recording Academy is an organization of musicians, producers, engineers and recording professionals that is dedicated to improving the cultural condition and quality of life for music and its makers. Internationally known for the GRAMMY Awards - the preeminent peer-recognized award for musical excellence and the most credible brand in music - The Recording Academy is responsible for groundbreaking professional development, cultural enrichment, advocacy, education and human services programs. The Academy continues to focus on its mission of recognizing musical excellence, advocating for the well being of music makers and ensuring music remains an indelible part of our culture. The Recording Academy New York Chapter, founded in 1958, maintains a strong connection with its diverse music and cultural communities. Located in a major center of the recording industry, the Chapter works closely with key music and performing arts organizations to further develop its ongoing outreach programs. write your comments about the article :: © 2009 Jazz News :: home page |