James "Fuzz" Sangiovanni Piano - Thursday30 Minute
Born in NYC and currently residing in Connecticut, James “Fuzz” Sangiovanni is a successful international recording & touring artist, educator, songwriter, composer, producer and musical director for over twenty-five years. You may have seen him out in the world somewhere on stage playing guitar and singing with one of his many bands including Caravan of Thieves, Deep Banana Blackout or Tom Tom Club. He has also shared the stage with artists such as The Allman Brothers, John Scofield, Keb Mo, Emmylou Harris, Bela Fleck , Phish and the James Brown band. When not performing or recording, you may find him holding classroom workshops, lectures or community enrichment programs at your local university or public school.
As a multi instrumentalist, Fuzz has been both a performer and educator on a wide range of instruments including guitar, bass, ukulele, piano, drums and voice. He is also a record producer, audio engineer and session musician. Fuzz has released thirteen of his own albums and performed on and produced records for many other artists over the years.
A consistently positive, energetic and engaging performer, which is evident in in every area of his career. Fuzz has brought all of his projects to life by inspiring audience members, colleagues and students. A passionate instructor of all styles, techniques, ages and levels, Fuzz helps students discover their true inner voice, then harness that to drive their passion and motivation.
Web Links
Caravan of Thieves
Deep Banana Blackout
Video Links
Caravan of Thieves – “Raise the Dead”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qTinxGGpA0
Caravan of Thieves – “Dead Wrong”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6LtiBsczUM
Fuzz – “Love Came”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jd0f9tRZLIg
Fuzz and Carrie – “Poison”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFtoWl594QQ