Mesa Rio
Founded in 2000 by composer/instrumentalist Mark R. Merritt, Mesa Rio is, in essence, a jazz orchestra with a Latin-music 'flavor'. Improvisation is an integral part of this lively, upbeat music; rhythmically driven...melodically inspired.
Instrumentation
Mark Merritt: Keyboards/Percussion/Compositions
John Baker: Guitars
Robert Grier: Basses
Jeff Arnold: Drums
Phil Kurtz: Saxes/Percussion
Tim Hughes: Trumpets
Russell White: Trombone
Mickey Rountree: Congas/Percussion
Janie Merritt: Percussion
David Payne: Percussion
The group performs regionally in the southeastern U.S., including the acclaimed "Riverbend Festival" in Chattanooga, Tn. in 2004 and again in 2006. Their debut CD receives airplay on commercial, college and public radio stations. Their second CD, "confetti fan tutti" was released April 1st, 2006 and is garnering praise from their growing fan base, as well as making new converts! Built around the 'standard' four-piece rhythm section, snappy horns and pounding percussion round out the street-party sound of the band. WARNING: They're Fun, Danceable, Infectious, Contagious!
Website
http://www.MesaRio.com
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