The story of how a 12 year old Ronnie Foster casually called up organ master Jimmy Smith for some lessons. ✨ 📽️: Interview & performance from Ronnie Foster live at #jazzisdead in 2022. Full video on our #YouTube channel. #ronniefoster #jimmysmith #hammond #jazzisdead
On February 24, catch Ronnie live in Portland at @pdxjazz as a part of the 2024 Biamp Portland Jazz Festival! The #bluenoterecords legend will be playing two sets at the @JackLondonRevue. Tickets available at jazzisdead.com.
@jazzisdeadco Thanks for sharing this illuminating anecdote. @rfronnie01 is 1 of the all time greats on the organ & now we know 1 of his influencers was also an all time icon. I understand Mr Smith was also a major influence on Late, Great @JoeyJazzOrgan.