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http://philtrio.blogspot.com
Striving to be of Service to Humanity
by Promoting International Harmony through Music
by Promoting International Harmony through Music
Friday, December 6, 2013
MANDELA MADIBA
http://philtrio.blogspot.com
Striving to be of Service to Humanity
by Promoting International Harmony through Music
by Promoting International Harmony through Music
Friday, August 2, 2013
Permanent Tourist Article
This write-up is one of the best that's been done on me and our World Unity Jazz Ensemble group with Keith Williams. It captures the spirit of what we try to do with our music using relevant Videos, Photos & Interview. Thanks for checking it out! Phil
When I met Phil Morrison I sensed an inner peace not often found during first meetings. Phil is a very accomplished jazz musician whose talent is known throughout Coastal Georgia as he plays with his trio.
There's more to this man than meets the eye. Phil is an oustanding musician but he is also a true humanitarian. He believes that music can indeed heal the world. In 2008 Phil's group, World Jazz Ensemble, appeared in concert with the Coastal Symphony of Georgia in their "Music of America" program. The audience that evening was treated to a presentation of five songs written by Phil and orchestrated by his partner, Keith Williams. Of great interest to me, the famous Chinese musician, Xiao Hui Ma, (pronounced Shaow-Way) performed on her "Erhu", an instrument you may have heard her play in the wonderful movie, "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", a personal favorite of mine. Dressed in a traditional Chinese costume, Xiao Hui Ma, delighted her captive audience. The entire performance was something different, captivating and likely to be repeated in the not too distant future.
You see, Phil believes that music is the one common denominator among all people of the world. He believes that music can reunite the world and heal the many troubles and challenges we all face in our hectic lifestyles. By joining with artists from all around the globe, Phil sees the possibility of truly reconnecting all of the people of all countries. I hope to stand in the audience and applaud an unforgettable performance by artist's who may not speak the same language, but who definitely play the Universal language of music.
Keith Williams, pianist and arranger, has worked with Phil and his trio for years. He now resides in San Francisco. Phil and Keith have toured China, Japan and other Asian countries performing their mellow jazz, putting this genre of music on the map where little of it had been heard before. In 2008 they were honored to have one of their songs selected as the official song for the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympic Games and Shanghai Expo 2010! Listen to an interview about their time at the Olympic Games here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Phil's music has been performed by The Coastal Symphony Orchestra as well as the Honduras Symphony Orchestra. His song of tribute for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was performed at the National Memorial Unveiling in Washington D.C. He also wrote and performed "He Was The King" with the great Nat King Cole's brother, Freddy Cole.
Phil's song "Helo From Ipanema", actually written about the iconic "Girl From Ipanema" so well known from the Antonio Carlos Jobim classic, received a seal of approval from the girl herself. Here's a version combining the two songs, performed by Keith Williams and his lovely wife, soloist, Kaori Yamada. http://www.youtube.com/watch?
Currently the Phil Morrison Trio performs on Sea Island, Wednesday and Saturday evenings, for members and their guests at the Southern Tide Restaurant, part of the fabulous beach club. You'll be treated to original pieces as well as old favorites from artists such as Cole Porter, Nat King Cole and other great jazz artists.
I was thrilled to hear the recording of Phil's "Take Me To The Coast Of Georgia" which was chosen as the Official Song for Brunswick and the Golden Isles. Treat yourself to a listen here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?
At the bottom of Phil's business card you will read: "Striving to be of Service to Humanity by Promoting International Harmony through Music! Music from the heart....Phil Morrison, healing through music, one note at a time.
Phil Morrison - 912-399-3351 - philtrio@gmail.com - http://philtrio.blogspot.com
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
PUPIL OF THE EYE
PUPIL OF THE EYE Words & Music by Phil Morrison Arrangement by Keith Williams
Pupil of the Eye - The source of our vision Teachings of a Holy Man who spoke to us from prison Pupil of the Eye - The Creator's gift of sight A gift for all humanity - Seekers of the light 1) There are so many things we say that influence the mind Those hidden little messages that are so hard to find To show just one example, let's talk about a color How black is shown as negative in one way or another 2) Of course we know that's not the case when we refer to white In fact we use the color white to represent what's right But those of us who have a tone that's of a darker hue See Blackness in a different light... another point of view (chorus) Pupil of the Eye - The source of our vision Teachings of a Holy Man who spoke to us from prison Pupil of the Eye - The Creator's gift of sight A gift for all humanity - Seekers of the light 3) Sounds that enter through the ear - melodies of old Orchestrating different notes to touch and soothe the soul A symphony of music creating harmony Appreciating differences with its diversity 4) A special walk, that soulful talk flavored with pizzazz Innovative music - just listen to some jazz Reggae, Hip Hop, Samba, and don't forget the Blues Ways to find expression, years of payin' dues (chorus) Pupil of the Eye - The source of our vision Teachings of a Holy Man who spoke to us from prison Pupil of the Eye - The Creator's gift of sight A gift for all humanity - Seekers of the light 5) The Queen of class and dignity, Oprah - seen and heard America's classical music from Duke, Diz and Bird International leadership with strength yet always calm Promoting Peace and Unity... Mr. Kofi Annan 6) Uplifting words that touch your heart from Maya Angelou A pioneer in medicine... Dr. Charles Drew Arthur Ashe and Jim Brown, speaking out, they weren't afraid Marva Collins, Colin Powell.. helping youth to make the grade (chorus) Pupil of the Eye - The source of our vision Teachings of a Holy Man who spoke to us from prison Pupil of the Eye - The Creator's gift of sight A gift for all humanity - Seekers of the light 7) Malcolm, Martin, Mandela... standards for the world To make this earth a better place for every boy and girl Beige, Brown, Black and White, a variety of colors Yet one human family... all sisters and brothers 8) (these lyrics are updated from what is on the recording) Bearing burdens from the past - enslaved and sometimes sold Enduring untold horrors while survival was the goal With faith and perseverance - despite the racist drama Came forth a U.S. President - his name...Barack Obama 9) The earth's human garden we see before our eyes Representing Unity, if we'd only realize But as we care for flowers, so none will be neglected Humanity is much the same, we all must be respected chorus Pupil of the Eye - The source of our vision Teachings of a Holy Man who spoke to us from prison Pupil of the Eye - The Creator's gift of sight A gift for all humanity - Seekers of the light Seekers of the light... Baha'u'llah... World Unity c 1990 Phil Morrison --Listen on Broadjam https://www.broadjam.com/songs/philmorrison/pupil-of-the-eye-spoken-word-vocal?pg=4 The central theme of the Baha'i Faith is the Oness of Humankind. The Prophet-Founder, Baha'u'llah, spoke out at a time when the color black had a negative connotation that contributed to racist attitudes. The Baha'i writings remind us that the pupil of the eye, the source of our vision, is indeed black thus helping to put in balance the social implications of the color spectrum. Striving to be of Service to Humanity by Promoting International Harmony through Music |
Saturday, November 24, 2012
Christmas Love in Jazz and Blues Versions
Christmas Love in
Jazz and Blues Versions
Please accept our video (in two versions) as a gift from its creators. We believe that these images capture the spirit of the love we experience during the holiday season and hope that it endures throughout your lifetime.
Jazz Ballad
Blues Ballad
Friday, September 9, 2011
THE DAY THE WORLD CAME TOGETHER 9/11/2001
9/11 The Day the World Came Together
(Background information concerning the writing of this song)
Keith Williams and I were scheduled to leave for China the day after 9/11/2001 to perform in Shanghai but, as a result of the horrific events that took place in New York and elsewhere on the east coast, we were delayed and arrived in Shanghai on Sept 15th.
To our surprise, there was still a buzz going around regarding that tragedy, even though we were thousands of miles away from the U.S. And what was even more surprising was the reaction of the people we met when discussing that event. Here we were....in a country that for years was considered to be, if not our enemy, at least our adversary....communist China...and they were saying how sympathetic they were to America. particularly the victims in New York, and how much disdain they had for the perpetrators. It seemed as though China and its people were totally on our side.
At that time, we were performing at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Shanghai which, as you can imagine, catered to people from all over the world. The subject of 9/11 was constantly brought up with us (probably because we were Americans) and there was virtually unanimous support for America by folks of every nationality and area of the world including the Middle East. This widespread sentiment of support for America overshadowed the negativity of the event itself.
Although this spirit of world unity did not endure as long as we had hoped, as evidenced by the international conflicts that exist, it is our desire that a renewal of that spirit be rekindled and we have a more lasting unified environment reminiscent of:
"THE DAY THE WORLD CAME TOGETHER"!
music by: Keith Williams
words by: Phil Morrison
It's morning time in Georgia - time to start the day
It rained last night the ground was wet - the sky a cloudy grey
Glancing at the TV news - to see what's goin' on
That's when I first became aware - something was very wrong
The TV man was talking fast - excitement in his voice
His pitch was high and very loud - as if he had no choice
Describing scenes in disbelief - somewhere in New York City
When planes flew into buildings - by men who showed no pity
THIS IS THE DAY WE'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER
AMERICA ... STRUCK ... BY TERROR
IT HAPPENED TUESDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER
BUT.... THAT'S WHEN THE WORLD CAME TOGETHER
Grief and horror all around - how could they be so cruel
The planes were filled with passengers - and also filled with fuel
Suddenly the buildings fell; smoke was rising high
To carry those who were inside back to their home in the sky
Now that this tragedy's over - the question is "what should we do?"
We've tried that same old game before - "you hit me, then I'll hit you"
But what we need now is deeper - our spirit must be touched
To end this vicious cycle - which we all want so much
THIS IS THE DAY WE'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER
AMERICA.... STRUCK.... BY TERROR
IT HAPPENED TUESDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER
BUT THAT'S WHEN THE WORLD CAME TOGETHER
We spend so much for armaments - missiles, tanks and bombs
With all the hunger in the world - you know there's something wrong
**We fight for our religion -'cause we claim it's right
**While innocent people suffer and die - is this what God would really like?
We must be more objective- listen to every position
There are so many perspectives - within the human condition
Assemble leaders the world can trust - men and women who.....
Guided by their conscience - will show us what to do
THIS IS THE DAY WE'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER
AMERICA.... STRUCK ....BY TERROR
IT HAPPENED TUESDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER
BUT THAT'S WHEN THE WORLD CAME TOGETHER
(c)2001 keith williams/phil morrison
Keith Williams and I were scheduled to leave for China the day after 9/11/2001 to perform in Shanghai but, as a result of the horrific events that took place in New York and elsewhere on the east coast, we were delayed and arrived in Shanghai on Sept 15th.
To our surprise, there was still a buzz going around regarding that tragedy, even though we were thousands of miles away from the U.S. And what was even more surprising was the reaction of the people we met when discussing that event. Here we were....in a country that for years was considered to be, if not our enemy, at least our adversary....communist China...and they were saying how sympathetic they were to America. particularly the victims in New York, and how much disdain they had for the perpetrators. It seemed as though China and its people were totally on our side.
At that time, we were performing at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Shanghai which, as you can imagine, catered to people from all over the world. The subject of 9/11 was constantly brought up with us (probably because we were Americans) and there was virtually unanimous support for America by folks of every nationality and area of the world including the Middle East. This widespread sentiment of support for America overshadowed the negativity of the event itself.
Although this spirit of world unity did not endure as long as we had hoped, as evidenced by the international conflicts that exist, it is our desire that a renewal of that spirit be rekindled and we have a more lasting unified environment reminiscent of:
"THE DAY THE WORLD CAME TOGETHER"!
music by: Keith Williams
words by: Phil Morrison
It's morning time in Georgia - time to start the day
It rained last night the ground was wet - the sky a cloudy grey
Glancing at the TV news - to see what's goin' on
That's when I first became aware - something was very wrong
The TV man was talking fast - excitement in his voice
His pitch was high and very loud - as if he had no choice
Describing scenes in disbelief - somewhere in New York City
When planes flew into buildings - by men who showed no pity
THIS IS THE DAY WE'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER
AMERICA ... STRUCK ... BY TERROR
IT HAPPENED TUESDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER
BUT.... THAT'S WHEN THE WORLD CAME TOGETHER
Grief and horror all around - how could they be so cruel
The planes were filled with passengers - and also filled with fuel
Suddenly the buildings fell; smoke was rising high
To carry those who were inside back to their home in the sky
Now that this tragedy's over - the question is "what should we do?"
We've tried that same old game before - "you hit me, then I'll hit you"
But what we need now is deeper - our spirit must be touched
To end this vicious cycle - which we all want so much
THIS IS THE DAY WE'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER
AMERICA.... STRUCK.... BY TERROR
IT HAPPENED TUESDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER
BUT THAT'S WHEN THE WORLD CAME TOGETHER
We spend so much for armaments - missiles, tanks and bombs
With all the hunger in the world - you know there's something wrong
**We fight for our religion -'cause we claim it's right
**While innocent people suffer and die - is this what God would really like?
We must be more objective- listen to every position
There are so many perspectives - within the human condition
Assemble leaders the world can trust - men and women who.....
Guided by their conscience - will show us what to do
THIS IS THE DAY WE'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER
AMERICA.... STRUCK ....BY TERROR
IT HAPPENED TUESDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER
BUT THAT'S WHEN THE WORLD CAME TOGETHER
(c)2001 keith williams/phil morrison
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
REMEMBERING DIZZY
words & music by
Phil Morrison
Click here to listen
Afro Cuban rhythms groove - new harmonies are on the move
As sonic riffs dance on top - a classic music's born ....BEBOP!
With Bird he made this music grow - to heights where only giants go
Around the world this man got busy - with horn in hand they called him "Dizzy"
"Blowin' hard while cheeks inflate - from deep in his soul he'd create
Playin' notes fast and high - reachin' angels in the sky
Horn rim glasses he put in style - a french beret, a mischievous smile
With small goatee below his lip - no one can say he wasn't hip
But from the start he paid his dues - raised in the South where they lived the blues
He'd laugh and joke but Diz was tough - don't mess wit Diz, he'd take no stuff
Yet whenever you'd need a friend - Diz was there right to the end
Max, Moody, Mike Longo too - he was always there for you
In fact, he loved humanity - the planet earth was his country
Even in his band you'd find - people from all humankind
A master musician we can't deny - but don't forget Diz was a Baha'i
Which advocates WORLD UNITY - and Diz showed us how it should be!
c 1993 Phil Morrison
Phil Morrison
Click here to listen
Afro Cuban rhythms groove - new harmonies are on the move
As sonic riffs dance on top - a classic music's born ....BEBOP!
With Bird he made this music grow - to heights where only giants go
Around the world this man got busy - with horn in hand they called him "Dizzy"
"Blowin' hard while cheeks inflate - from deep in his soul he'd create
Playin' notes fast and high - reachin' angels in the sky
Horn rim glasses he put in style - a french beret, a mischievous smile
With small goatee below his lip - no one can say he wasn't hip
But from the start he paid his dues - raised in the South where they lived the blues
He'd laugh and joke but Diz was tough - don't mess wit Diz, he'd take no stuff
Yet whenever you'd need a friend - Diz was there right to the end
Max, Moody, Mike Longo too - he was always there for you
In fact, he loved humanity - the planet earth was his country
Even in his band you'd find - people from all humankind
A master musician we can't deny - but don't forget Diz was a Baha'i
Which advocates WORLD UNITY - and Diz showed us how it should be!
c 1993 Phil Morrison
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
PHILANTHROPY
(160 Jazz Artists Mentioned)
words & music by Phil Morrison
(1st Vocal Chorus-12 bar bebop blues tune)
Here is a style of music that we offer you
It was created by musicians who we are indebted to
They were true pioneers....
And the songs they played will last throughout the years....
Even now they can be heard
Around the world they know the names of Dizzy and the Bird
(Rap/Verbal Verses)
1)Jazz! BeBop! - more precious than gold
Taste it! enjoy! - it's food for the soul
The masters came and sang their song
Armstrong, Duke...the list goes on
Miles, Sarah, Bird & Diz
Respect it people...tradition lives!
2)Race music, jazz, hip-hop, funk
Check out Horace - groove on Monk
Tatum, Blakey, Prez & 'Trane
Creative giants fed the flame
Wynton,Branford, the Brecker brothers
The torch is now passed on to others
3)Ray Brown, Blanton, Pettiford, LaFarro
Durham, Mitchell, Rodney, Navarro
Congress says...a national treasure
Dolphy, Moody....dig King Pleasure
Clifford, Bud, Mingus, Max
It's our culture...know the facts
4)Roots in Africa...feel that spirit
Moves your heart when you hear it
Dexter, Ammons...tenors talkin'
Percy, Pederson...basses walkin'
Movin', groovin' - what's in a name?
Bebop, blues...the roots are the same
5)Oscar, Milt...just down home swingin'
That eternal groove is what they're bringin'
Payton, Redman, McBride & Green
Burnin' young lions are new on the scene
While Chick & Herbie contemporize
Reachin' the young...opening eyes
6)Garner, Shearing, Wilson, Waller
Bechet & Bix...who's to follow
Strayhorn writes - Hodges plays
An era gone...their spirit stays
Whitfield, Scofield, Metheny, Malone
But Wes Montgomery still holds the throne
(2nd Vocal Chorus)
Back in the forties when this music had begun
You never knew how great this music would eventually become
Very few would accept it....
New York City was the place where they would play
And even there some would reject it
This classic music Bebop that should always be respected
7)Elvin, Tony, Higgins, Haynes
Webb, Jones, Rich & Payne
Bishin', bashin' - snares & toms
Brushin' with feathers...droppin' bombs
Gomez, Sam, Buster, Ron
Your BASSic bottom's goin' strong
8)Cedar, Barry, Bishop, Barron
Evans, McCoy, Jarrett, McPherrin
Garland, Flanagan, Kelly with Miles
Ornette & Desmond...opposite styles
Henderson, Lavano improvise....
Phineas Newborn would mesmerize
9)Griffin, Konitz, - Rivers, Lateef
Shorter, Woods, Byas & Heath
Swingin', singin' saxophone
Giant Steps...In A Mellow Tone
Coleman Hawkins paved the way
For Sonny Rollins to have his say
10)Benny Carter standing tall
Stitt, Getz, Cannonball
Basie's band - pure hard swing
Dig Freddie Green do his thing
Chambers, McClean, Philly Joe
New York City was the place to go
(3rd Vocal Chorus)
Look at the kinds of music that they teach in school
And you will find that classic European seems to be the rule
We need Jazz to be taught there
It originated in the USA
So let's preserve this worthy art
Paying tribute to the ones who paid their dues right from the start
11)Cassandra, Diane, Tierney & Krall
Nat and Ella ...the standard for all
Hartman, Eckstine.... Nancy, Dinah
Dee Dee, Betty...nothing finer
Carmen, Christy, Connors, O`Day
Check out Billie Holiday
12)Sun Ra, Cecil, Ayler, Shepp
A peek OUTSIDE is what you get
Shaw, Little, Rodney, Blue
Donaldson, McPherson, Haig & Drew
Al, Zoot, Hinton, Slam
You say "let's"...they say "jam"
13)East coast groove - way out west
Hampton Hawes passed the test
Wardell, Edwards, Morgan, Land
Criss, Clark and the Vinegar man
Jamal, JJ and Mulligan too
Brubeck, Baker and the MJQ
14)Can`t no-one say that jazz is dead
Throughout the world this music spread
Grappelli, Toots and Marian knew
Airto, Flora and Zawinul too
Brazil, Europe and even Japan
Where Sadao and Toshiko had a band
15)BB and T-Bone ... singing the blues
Brothers and sisters - payin' dues
Here at home they faced rejection
'Cause they wore the wrong complexion
Who defines what music`s "Legit"
Is "jazz" a word that doesn't fit?
16)Remember those who came this way
To move the hearts when they play
We named a few - there's many more
It's serious music we can't ignore
Neglected in its land of birth
But it's respected around the earth!!
(4th Vocal Chorus)
Now that you've heard this composition that we've played
Please remember who the masters were-the history they made
Let's expose them to others
It's our culture and we look at them with pride
They were sisters and our brothers
Deserving recognition that so long has been denied
.....PHILANTHROPY!
(c) 2001 Phil Morrison
words & music by Phil Morrison
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| Charlie Parker (Bird) & Dizzy Gillespis (Diz) |
Here is a style of music that we offer you
It was created by musicians who we are indebted to
They were true pioneers....
And the songs they played will last throughout the years....
Even now they can be heard
Around the world they know the names of Dizzy and the Bird
(Rap/Verbal Verses)
Taste it! enjoy! - it's food for the soul
The masters came and sang their song
Armstrong, Duke...the list goes on
Miles, Sarah, Bird & Diz
Respect it people...tradition lives!
2)Race music, jazz, hip-hop, funk
Check out Horace - groove on Monk
Tatum, Blakey, Prez & 'Trane
Creative giants fed the flame
Wynton,Branford, the Brecker brothers
The torch is now passed on to others
3)Ray Brown, Blanton, Pettiford, LaFarro
Durham, Mitchell, Rodney, Navarro
Congress says...a national treasure
Dolphy, Moody....dig King Pleasure
Clifford, Bud, Mingus, Max
It's our culture...know the facts
4)Roots in Africa...feel that spirit
Moves your heart when you hear it
Dexter, Ammons...tenors talkin'
Percy, Pederson...basses walkin'
Movin', groovin' - what's in a name?
Bebop, blues...the roots are the same
5)Oscar, Milt...just down home swingin'
That eternal groove is what they're bringin'
Payton, Redman, McBride & Green
Burnin' young lions are new on the scene
While Chick & Herbie contemporize
Reachin' the young...opening eyes
6)Garner, Shearing, Wilson, Waller
Bechet & Bix...who's to follow
Strayhorn writes - Hodges plays
An era gone...their spirit stays
Whitfield, Scofield, Metheny, Malone
But Wes Montgomery still holds the throne
(2nd Vocal Chorus)
Back in the forties when this music had begun
You never knew how great this music would eventually become
Very few would accept it....
New York City was the place where they would play
And even there some would reject it
This classic music Bebop that should always be respected
7)Elvin, Tony, Higgins, Haynes
Webb, Jones, Rich & Payne
Bishin', bashin' - snares & toms
Brushin' with feathers...droppin' bombs
Gomez, Sam, Buster, Ron
Your BASSic bottom's goin' strong
8)Cedar, Barry, Bishop, Barron
Evans, McCoy, Jarrett, McPherrin
Garland, Flanagan, Kelly with Miles
Ornette & Desmond...opposite styles
Henderson, Lavano improvise....
Phineas Newborn would mesmerize
9)Griffin, Konitz, - Rivers, Lateef
Shorter, Woods, Byas & Heath
Swingin', singin' saxophone
Giant Steps...In A Mellow Tone
Coleman Hawkins paved the way
For Sonny Rollins to have his say
10)Benny Carter standing tall
Stitt, Getz, Cannonball
Basie's band - pure hard swing
Dig Freddie Green do his thing
Chambers, McClean, Philly Joe
New York City was the place to go
(3rd Vocal Chorus)
Look at the kinds of music that they teach in school
And you will find that classic European seems to be the rule
We need Jazz to be taught there
It originated in the USA
So let's preserve this worthy art
Paying tribute to the ones who paid their dues right from the start
11)Cassandra, Diane, Tierney & Krall
Nat and Ella ...the standard for all
Hartman, Eckstine.... Nancy, Dinah
Dee Dee, Betty...nothing finer
Carmen, Christy, Connors, O`Day
Check out Billie Holiday
12)Sun Ra, Cecil, Ayler, Shepp
A peek OUTSIDE is what you get
Shaw, Little, Rodney, Blue
Donaldson, McPherson, Haig & Drew
Al, Zoot, Hinton, Slam
You say "let's"...they say "jam"
13)East coast groove - way out west
Hampton Hawes passed the test
Wardell, Edwards, Morgan, Land
Criss, Clark and the Vinegar man
Jamal, JJ and Mulligan too
Brubeck, Baker and the MJQ
14)Can`t no-one say that jazz is dead
Throughout the world this music spread
Grappelli, Toots and Marian knew
Airto, Flora and Zawinul too
Brazil, Europe and even Japan
Where Sadao and Toshiko had a band
15)BB and T-Bone ... singing the blues
Brothers and sisters - payin' dues
Here at home they faced rejection
'Cause they wore the wrong complexion
Who defines what music`s "Legit"
Is "jazz" a word that doesn't fit?
16)Remember those who came this way
To move the hearts when they play
We named a few - there's many more
It's serious music we can't ignore
Neglected in its land of birth
But it's respected around the earth!!
(4th Vocal Chorus)
Now that you've heard this composition that we've played
Please remember who the masters were-the history they made
Let's expose them to others
It's our culture and we look at them with pride
They were sisters and our brothers
Deserving recognition that so long has been denied
.....PHILANTHROPY!
(c) 2001 Phil Morrison
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