Clarence Ulrich - 2014

I've said many times just knowing and have sang with Lana has given me a deeper understanding of self expression, and what true quality is.

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Saturday, July 11, 2009 - Special Event: Earth, Wind and Fire

Spaghettini: Seal Beach, CA

Keyboard: Larry Dunn (arranged music for Ramsey Lewis) (original member Earth Wind and Fire)Saxophone: Michael ParlettTrumpet: Winston ByrdTrombone: Steve BaxterGuitar: Sheldon Reynolds (original member Earth Wind and Fire)Guitar: George Jorge EvansBass: Hilliard Wilson (nickname: Mud Ball)Drums: Tony Moore Vocals: Joey Diggs, Luisa Dunn (Larry Dunn’s wife),Lana Turner

 

Bill Dudley from THE WAVE welcomed a packed house tonight! “Good evening, everybody! Welcome to the best jazz club in the world!”He introduced the band, glowing about the two original members we were fortunate enough to have with us (Larry Dunn and Sheldon Reynolds). “Let’s give it up for all of them and enjoy the show!”

 

“Lana was a superstar on, “Can’t Find a Reason. ” She belted it out and the crowd adored her. Larry said. “Come on, Michael, check on it. ”Michael did an alto solo with one foot on the rail and dished out one hell of a number!Larry commented.“So beautiful, don’t you agree?”  Michael and Lana created a lovely duet together, with perfectly timed volleys.  Larry added.“Alright now, don’t start nothin’. ”Joey chimed in.“Do you remember when they used to say it like this?  Larry Dunn used to say it like this.”All three joined in on vocals.  Larry commented. “Good Lord, the lovely and extremely talented, Miss Lana Turner.  If you can go home and practice on that one! This is another one.  You should feel free to stand up on!”