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Lenard Rutledge - Live Jazz at Arts Garage
Courtesy of Marjorie Waldo | Posted on May 22, 2015
Where
Arts Garage
180 Ne First Street
Delray Beach, FL
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When
Sat, July 11, 2015
8:00 pm
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Musicians
LeNard Rutledge
vocalsAbout
Voted the Best Jazz Artist of the Year by the Miami New Times, LeNard Rutledge’s robust vocals have made him one of the most sought-after talents in contemporary jazz. His music has been described as “captivating, soul-stirring, earthy, and funky”, and he has often been compared to the great Lou Rawls. LeNard has shared the stage with a number of highly respectable jazz artists including Nnenna Freelon, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kenny Drew Jr.,Harry Allen and Wycliffe Gordon.
Born and raised in Miami, his first influences were the soulful hymns he sang in church choir, and the classical, jazz, and funk hits his parents played in the house. LeNard’s big break came in 1997, when famed jazz trumpeter Melton Mustafa asked him to join his band. He was named “Best Jazz Artist” less than 10 years later. ...