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Calvin Keys

g, *1943 US, Omaha, Nebraska
Musician / Composer of Jazz and R&B/Soul

Calvin Keys is an American jazz guitarist, known for the several albums he released for Black Jazz Records.The Bay Area virtuoso guitarist is well known for his performances and recordings with greats such as Ray Charles, Ahmad Jamal, John Handy, Bobby Hutcherson, Eddie Marshall, Sonny Stitt, Pharoah Sanders, Joe Henderson and Leon Williams.

     
Instruments
  • Guitar
  • Electric guitar
  • Vocals
Genres
  • Jazz
  • R&B/Soul
Plays With
Calvin Keys Trio
Larry T. And The Family
Popular Tracks   
Shawn-Neeq on Shawn-Neeq by Calvin Keys
You Are All I Need on Full Court Press by Calvin Keys
The Island on The Near North Side by Terrace Martin & Calvin Keys
Invitation on The Near North Side by Terrace Martin & Calvin Keys
In a Sentimental Mood on The Near North Side by Terrace Martin & Calvin Keys
B. E. on Shawn-Neeq by Calvin Keys
Potholes on The Near North Side by Terrace Martin & Calvin Keys
Gee-Gee on Shawn-Neeq by Calvin Keys
B. K. on Shawn-Neeq by Calvin Keys
Peace on The Near North Side by Terrace Martin & Calvin Keys

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Band Members
Discography



Title Artist Year Type
Electric KeysCalvin Keys2013Album
Vertical ClearanceCalvin Keys2006Album
CalvinesqueCalvin Keys2005Album
Detours Into Unconscious RhythmsCalvin Keys2000Album
Maria's FirstCalvin Keys1987Album
Full Court PressCalvin Keys1985Album
Criss CrossCalvin Keys1976Compil.
Proceed With Caution !Calvin Keys1974Album
Gee-Gee Part 1 / Part 2Calvin Keys1971Single
Shawn-NeeqCalvin Keys1971Album
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