ArtistInfo

Bobby Floyd

p, key, org,
Musician of Jazz

Bobby Floyd plays piano, organ and keyboards and has performed extensively in the U.S., Canada, Europe and Japan. Touring events include jazz festivals, concert halls, and night clubs with Ray Charles, Jeff Tyzik, Chris Howes and Sarah Morrow. In his hometown, Columbus, Ohio, Bobby has been a feature with the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, The Columbus Symphony, and ProMusica Chamber Orchestra sharing the stage with Dionne Warwick, Doc Severinson, Artural Sandaval, Faye Robinson and many others. He has also appeared in a variety of performances opening for Spyro Gyra, Smokey Robinson, Stanley Clarke and George Duke, as well as accompanying other artists like David "Fathead" Newman, Bobby Watson, Greg Osby and Billy Hart. Bobby has completed three recordings: "Interpretations," "Setting the Standards," and "Floyd's Finest Gift." His next project, soon to be released, is a live performance recorded in Spain. Other accomplishments include recording and composing on several of Vince Andrews' and Chris Howes' projects. He has also recorded with Gerald Levert ("Groove On") and Faye Robinson ("Remembering Marian Anderson"). Additionally, he is featured on a Rusty Bryant album, Rusty Rides Again, which received five stars in Downbeat magazine. Bobby Floyd currently performs with his band (Derek DiCenzo - Bass/Lead Guitar, Reggie Jackson - Drums).

Instruments

• Piano
• Keyboards
• Organ