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John Krall
John Krall is a well known jazz singer. His success has been attributed to his powerful piano style and unique approach to his instrument.
He has become a popular jazz vocalist and has won numerous awards over the years. He has also been featured in many television shows and movies.
Early Life and Education
Krall was born in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada, on November 16, 1964. Her parents were both amateur musicians; she began playing piano at age 4.
After graduating from high school, she pursued a career in jazz music. She moved to Los Angeles in 1983 and later to New York City.
In the 1990s, she began to gain international attention and critical acclaim for her work singing classic songs from the Great American Songbook. Her 1999 album When I Look in Your Eyes earned her a Grammy Award for best jazz vocal album.
Her third album All for You: A Dedication to the Nat King Cole Trio was also nominated for a Grammy and continued to appear on the Billboard jazz charts for 70 weeks. Her fourth studio recording, Love Scenes, featuring her trio of Russell Malone (guitar) and Christian McBride (bass), quickly gained popularity.
Professional Career
john krall, an internationally recognized musician and singer-songwriter, has an extensive career in the music industry. Among his many accolades, he has earned nine gold and three platinum albums in the jazz field.
During his career, he has collaborated with a diverse list of artists including Barbra Streisand, Paul McCartney and Elton John. He is also an accomplished actor and has starred in the Comedy Central sketch comedy show Kroll Show.
The Canadian virtuoso is a natural born multitasker, which is why his various roles as composer, arranger, conductor and educator have garnered him a steady stream of challenging assignments and commissions. He also has a strong relationship with SFJAZZ, having appeared on many of the organization’s recordings and live performances.
Achievements and Honors
john krall has had a distinguished career. He was a National Institutes of Health fellow, a member of the American Statistical Society and a noted biostatistician.
Among his many accomplishments, he co-wrote the score for the world’s largest musical instrument – the octave-tuned saxophone – and composed “The Star Spangled Banner” for Whitney Houston’s performance at Super Bowl 1990. He also has a long list of accolades as a bassist, arranger and music maker.
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Personal Life
John Krall was born on March 31, 1955 in Canton, Ohio. He is a former employee at Akron Steel Fabricators and loved to ride his Harley, classic cars and trains.
He also enjoyed cooking and spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Diana Krall; sons Dexter and Frank; and daughters Lyla and Ronin.
He is an award-winning jazz singer, guitarist and bassist. He has performed at major festivals and concert halls around the world. He has also recorded a number of albums. The most successful is The Look of Love (2001). It reached the top of the Canadian album chart and won the Juno award for Best Jazz Vocal Album. He has collaborated with many musicians, including Tony Bennett. He has also toured with the Pogues.
Net Worth
Born on November 16, 1964, in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada, john krall is a Canadian jazz pianist and singer. Her unusual voice and seven multi-platinum records have made her one of the most popular jazz artists in Canada.
She has received many awards, including a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame. She is also a recipient of the Order of British Columbia and an honorary doctorate degree from the University of Victoria.
At the age of 15, she began playing professionally in local restaurants and won a scholarship to the Berklee College of Music in Boston. After completing her studies, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in jazz. During this time, she released her first album. It quickly became a hit.