On 22nd October 2023 AB Workshops hosts a Soul / R&B / Gospel Vocal Masterclass with the immensely talented Ray Greene – lead vocalist from Santana and Tower of Power.
Ray Greene is a singer, producer and multi-instrumentalist living in Columbia, South Carolina. He received a degree in Music Performance from the world-renowned Berklee College of Music.
Being brought up in the shadows of the great Soul/R&B legends of our time, Ray is equally adept at the traditions of Gospel, Jazz and Blues.
He has performed and recorded with many of the most successful and influential names in the fields of Pop, Funk and Soul; most notably Aretha Franklin, Natalie Cole, the Isley Brothers and Rick James, to name a few.
Ray was selected from among several candidates around the country to serve as lead singer/trombonist for legendary Soul band Tower of Power, where he served for two years traveling throughout the US and Canada, as well as performances in Europe and Japan.
He was then asked to join famed guitarist and Woodstock performer Carlos Santana, where he currently travels extensively to places all over the world; from Dubai, Singapore and Australia, to Monaco, Mexico and South Africa. Santana’s music has been a tremendous showcase for Greene’s abilities as a vocalist, trombonist and percussionist.
Ray’s Soul / R&B / Gospel Vocal Masterclass will include:
Ray’s background story / Vocal performance / Songwriting / Audience participation / Q&A the audience / Vocal Performance: / Preparing for a performance / Before a performance
During a performance / Stage Presence / After a performance
Based at The Blues Kitchen in Brixton, London with excellent facilities
Aimed for singers
Masterclass runs from 4.30pm – 7pm, with a 30 minute break
Food and drink service available
Price £30 - Tickets from :  https://www.abworkshops.com/ray-greene-soul-rb-vocal-masterclass/
 

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Sunday 22nd October at The Key Theatre in Peterborough 
Book tickets - https://keytheatre-peterborough.com/book-online/592601 
The UK’s premier Northern Soul live show that’s sweeping the nation! Featuring an electrifying and highly talented ten-piece live band performing in their own signature style, along with special guest vocalists from the Northern Soul scene, playing in an exciting and authentic style of power and expression. This theatre show will have you singing the night away; an absolute MUST for any soul-loving fans!
The Signatures will be joined by special guest vocalist “Stefan Taylor” – one of the hottest young artists within the Northern Soul scene, along with Wigan Casino favourite and original Northern Soul artist “Lorraine Silver.” 
 
 

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SANTANA AND TOWER OF POWER LEAD VOCALIST RAY GREENE
Ray Greene is the lead singer for Carlos Santana, one of the most successful international artists of all time, with over 100 million records sold worldwide.
Before joining Santana, Ray was the lead vocalist for the legendary soul band Tower of Power. His velvety smooth voice has also been used by soul legends Aretha Franklin and Rick James.
Ray and his incredible band will perform a series of live shows in the UK in October as part of a European tour, which includes legendary bassist Reggie Washington (the RH Factor, Steve Coleman, Gene Lake, Branford Marsalis, David Gilmore, and Greg Osby) and special guest, US Soul-Funk-RNB Saxophonist Dave Lewis. (John Martyn, Bryan Ferry, Tommy Chase, John Mayall, Lamont Dozier and Eric Clapton).
This is an amazing opportunity to witness this captivating stadium performer up close and personal.
TICKETS HERE : https://ticketpass.org/event/EEXXEL/ray-greene?fbclid=IwAR0tEKVK9y4ObZdivI75E85DutDL8oPWCYnykyd0LZ0Pt8TtAdJrdWNIVdk
 

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