Joe Powers
Joe Powers is an internationally acclaimed harmonica player, composer, and recording artist.[1] He performs many music genres, such as classical, blues, jazz-fusion, and world traditions,[1] and specializes in playing Argentine Tango music.[2] Powers started playing the harmonica at two years of age, and majored in music composition at the University of Oregon.[3] He has traveled to many countries to perform his music,[1] and has been characterized as a "virtuoso".[2] In 2005 he won a prize for his work at the quadrennial World Harmonica Championship in Germany, and at a Belgian competition in 2008 he won the classical division.[4] Powers resides in Portland, Oregon.[4]
Discography
[edit]The following are albums from Joe Powers.[5]
- Amor de Tango (2007)
- Mélancolie (2009)
- Just Duet! (2012)
- Apasionado (2015)
- Con Ojos Nuevos (2022)
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c Cullivan, Rob (September 26, 2012 ). “Powers' harp often tango-ed up in blue. The Portland Tribune.
- ^ a b Video: Joe Powers on Harmonica & Tango. January 24, 2012. Oregon Public Broadcasting.
- ^ Steffen, Suzi (June 21, 2012). "The Passion and The (Joe) Powers." Eugene Weekly.
- ^ a b McQuillen, James (February 11, 2011). “Joe Powers, harmonica wiz.. The Oregonian.
- ^ Joe Powers – Extraordinary Harmonica. www.joepowers.com.
External links
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 "Harmonica Virtuoso Joe Powers." Oregon Public Broadcasting. |
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