Clubscene - WordJazz

The Crooner
July 14th 2006

Ruppert Blaize
existing
ambassador
of Antigua & Barbuda
returns to Alexanders
at the Hilton
a one night performance
in the semi darkened lounge
where only the candles
shine unsteadily

Ron Steen
provides a determined
syncopated throbbing
pizzicato
the nimble fingers
of Phil Baker
adds energy
and
subtle nuances
to a bass
walking
Greg Goebel
melodic eloquence was
played without
fear

the crooner mingled
recognized his loyal fans
with witty repartee
sang
unforgettable melodies
old chestnuts
whose humble roots
were nurtured
in
smoke filled taverns
and swayed to
on
crowded dance floors
tunes like
The Way You Look Tonight
Fly Me To The Moon
&
Georgia On My Mind

cobbled-together
with
Oop-Bop-Sh-Bam
to
stir the soul
and make
the jazz age composer
beam from above

Redd Williams