Jazz Composers Forum

by Eddie LeShure “Bill Gerhardt is a wonderful pianist. Not only is he a great soloist and composer, he sure knows how to accompany a singer!” ~ Vocalist Sheila Jordan Bill was surrounded by music while growing up in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. “It was everywhere! Lessons started at nine, asContinue Reading

by Eddie LeShure “I had the privilege of working with a fantastic bass player this past year.  Thanks to Sharon LaMotte, who invited me to perform and teach a workshop in Asheville, I met Mike Holstein.  He’s a gem.  Thanks Mike for your great talent and dedication to jazz.” ~Continue Reading