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Ray Charles: Pianist, Singer & All Around Musical Genius

Published on December 31, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

Ray Charles was born Ray Charles Robinson on the 23rd of September, 1930 in Albany, Georgia. He was the son of poor parents. His life was a tragic story. He and his family were plagued by poverty. His mother had to bring up both him and his brother on her own. When he was five, [...]

Mastering Blues Keyboard Riffs

Published on July 23, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

In popular music, blues keyboard riffs are universal. From Billy Preston jamming with the Rolling Stones to Ray Charles kicking into “What I’d Say,” blues progressions and scales serve as the basis for legendary songs and amazing keyboard solos. One of the greatest aspects of blues keyboard riffs is the musical theory behind them, which [...]

Hit The Road Jack (Ray Charles) Sheet Music

Published on June 14, 2008 By Mickys-Blog

Today’s most popular searched sheet music title is Hit The Road Jack (Ray Charles) and can be found in Gold Classics: Ray Charles piano songbook. Description Seventeen solid gold standards from originator of the soul sound, all arranged for Piano, Voice and Guitar. Includes Georgia On My Mind, Hit The Road Jack and In The [...]