“SAMBA HEIGHTS”
THE NEW SMOOTH JAZZ SINGLE - OUT NOW!
“Samba Heights” is the follow-up single to Bobby’s successful radio debut “Dearing Avenue.”
This time, Bobby teams up with Gail Jhonson, veteran producer/music director for Grammy-award winning guitarist Norman Brown and all-female ensemble Jazz in Pink.
The recording includes world renown musicians: Sekou Bunch on bass and Tony Moore on drums and percussion. London’s mix engineer Mike Parlett, of Talented Studios in Los Angeles, rounds out this musical masterpiece.
“Samba Heights” is complete with a fresh version of the Brazilian loved rhythmic style, topped with the exciting guitar offerings from Bobby G.
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BOBBY GRIFFIN JR.
CONTEMPORARY GUITARIST, COMPOSER, INSTRUCTOR
Bobby Griffin Jr. was born and raised in Fresno, California in 1959, to Ruthie and Bobby Griffin. In 5th grade, his father gifted him with his first guitar with which, under the instruction of Larry Hudspeth, he developed his craft and learned to play gospel music. Over the course of his youth, his love of music grew immensely and in 1980 he studied under the guidance of Gospel guitar legend Chalmers “Spanky” Alford, an experience he regards as his “most prized possession.”
In 1981 Bobby moved to Los Angeles, California, initiating his noteworthy career onstage with R&B legends Stevie Wonder, Al Green, Gladys Knight, and Dionne Warwick, as well as gospel icons like Kirk Franklin, Andraé and Sandra Crouch, Kurt Carr, and the L.A. Mass Choir. Prior to this, he served under Howard McCray, Patrick Henderson, and Judith McAllister; as well as gospel projects for Keith Pringle, Norman Hutchens, and James Cleveland.
During his career, Bobby has performed across Europe with the Harlem Gospel Singers and has ventured to Dubai, playing with the R&B Group, We Have Evolved Together. His musical success further permitted him to accompany Fred Hammond, Marvin Sapp, Byron Cage, Bishop Paul Morton, Tye Tribbett, Martha Munizzi, and Tramaine Hawkins, to name a few.
In 2001, he studied music formally at Fresno City College. Since then, Bobby has become a dedicated music educator teaching lessons in-person and virtually for international students. Bobby has served as the Minister of Music for various churches and local bands in Fresno and he was recognized as a performing artist at Kevin Wilson’s International Musicians Summit.
Bobby Griffin Jr. continues to play regularly, develop new instructional materials and host his own popular YouTube channel. He has also published instructional guitar courses on Soundslice.com.
As a recording artist, Bobby G enjoyed recent success at radio with his single, Dearing Avenue in 2019. His follow up offering, Samba Heights, promises not to disappoint, by elevating his fans to his savvy guitar samba nuances. Produced by Gail Jhonson, of Jazz in Pink and Grammy winning guitarist, Norman Brown fame. This single is sure to be well received; as Gail brings her piano chops, producer skills and smooth jazz celebrity from Shanachie Entertainment. Bassist Sekou Bunch, and Drummer Tony Moore rounds out the ensemble. Mixed by London’s own Mike Parlett, “Samba Heights” delivers a jam packed and energetic groove!
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music releases
Bobby has released two well received singles to smooth jazz radio: “Dearing Ave”, released in 2019 and his latest: “Samba Heights”.
Check them out here and find them on your favorite digital platform:
SAMBA HEIGHTS
DEARING AVE
VIDEOS
UPCOMING LIVE DATES
The current pandemic has resulted in our tour plans being put on hold. We hope to see you all later in 2021.
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LESSONS
LEARN GUITAR WITH BOBBY GRIFFIN JR.
$35.00
Bobby Griffin Jr. is a well-respected guitarist and educator. He has served as the guitarist at the famous West Angeles COGIC for 17 years and has worked as a side-man with Keith Pringle, LA Mass Choir, Andre and Sandra Crouch, Kurt Carr, Norman Hutchins, and Kirk Franklin!
Get a 30 minute online lesson at a date and time convenient for you. Bobby Griffin Jr. will contact you after payment is secured.
$60.00
Bobby Griffin Jr. is a well-respected guitarist and educator. He has served as the guitarist at the famous West Angeles COGIC for 17 years and has worked as a side-man with Keith Pringle, LA Mass Choir, Andre and Sandra Crouch, Kurt Carr, Norman Hutchins, and Kirk Franklin!
Get a 60 minute online lesson at a date and time convenient for you. Bobby Griffin Jr. will contact you after payment is secured.
$275.00
Bobby Griffin Jr. is a well-respected guitarist and educator. He has served as the guitarist at the famous West Angeles COGIC for 17 years and has worked as a side-man with Keith Pringle, LA Mass Choir, Andre and Sandra Crouch, Kurt Carr, Norman Hutchins, and Kirk Franklin!
Get a 5 pack of lessons at dates and times convenient for you. Bobby Griffin Jr. will contact you after payment is secured.
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