Thursday Summer Concerts at Bradley Fair

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Stretch out your Thursdays for another week as we bring back Grady Nichols on July 10

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From small town Midwest beginnings to the big-time as an internationally known saxophonist, Grady Nichols enjoys an audience as broad as his musical taste. Nichols recently collaborated with writer/producer and former Nixon’s front man Zac Maloy to craft his latest CD, titled “Take Me With You.” A favorite single from this new CD, “Bellissimo,” has been shipped and is getting airplay across the country on smooth jazz radio. Hot off the success and critical acclaim of his previous CD, “Sophistication,” Nichols has enjoyed great success in the smooth jazz genre. “My influences are so varied and I try to reflect that in my music,” says Nichols.

Nichols picked up his first saxophone in the sixth grade. By high school, he was performing professionally and studying under legendary saxophonist Joe Davis, who had performed with such greats as Sarah Vaughn and Mel Torme. Following college at John Brown University , he moved to Tulsa , quickly establishing himself as the premier jazz artist in a region rich with jazz heritage.

Nichols’ CD “Sophistication” yielded three hit singles—Alright, Tuesday Morning, and Sneak. “Sophistication” made a strong debut on the smoothjazz.com charts and remained there formore than 40 weeks. With five CDs under his belt, Nichols’ future is as bright and promising as his enthusiasm for the music. For moreinformation, visiit www.gradynichols.com.



For nearly 20 years, standing room only crowds have been lining up to hear Fingerprints at clubs and music festivals throughout the southwest. The Dallas based sextet has earned critical raves and many thousands of loyal fans across the country. The rest of the world is discovering what the south has secretly enjoyed for years!

Fingerprints’ 1991 self-titled CD sold more than 10,000 copies. Fingerprints second release, “Summertime Music,” reached the top 20 in both “Radio & Records” and the “Gavin Report.” The band’s third release, “Reunion Live,” was recorded at the world famous Caravan of Dreams club in Fort Worth , Texas , and was a definitive statement in the evolution of their musical growth. Fingerprints fourth CD, “DNA” was released in the fall of 2001.

Fingerprints was founded in 1986 by guitarist Roy Machado and bassist Frederick Nichelson. Nichelson is originally from Memphis , where he grew up in the shadow of many STAX Records legends. Drummer Kennan Wylie, from Austin earned a Master’s degree in Music from UNT and when not on stage, he serves as an educator. Saxophonist Claud Hardrick hails from Wichita , Kansas . His sultry, intelligent play epitomizes Fingerprints’ musical philosophy: striving for the cutting edge, while retaining respect for tradition. The band also features veteran guitarist, Robert Lacroix, and keyboardist Joel McCray. For more information, visit www.fingerprintsband.com.



Greg Adams’ career has included success as an arranger, composer, conductor, and performer and earned him both Grammy and Emmy nominations. It has been a musical travelogue, spanning nearly four decades and contributing to some of the most important recordings in pop culture.

Legendary for the horn arrangements that created the signature sound and have made “ Tower of Power ” one of the most enduring musical entities today, Adams is a founding member of the band. Adams recorded 14 albums with the group on four major labels, seeing millions in record sales. Setting no boundaries on a musical genre since he first arrived on the San Francisco Bay Area music scene of early ‘70’s Adams ’ diversity has made him the consummate performer.

The journey continues with Adams ’ fourth solo CD, “Cool to the Touch.” This CD takes you down a path of unforgettable melodies infused in a mix of jazz, pop, and funk, powered by Greg’s soulful trumpet, conjuring up the independence and hipness of the60’s jazz lifestyle. That inspiration carries throughout the album taking you on a cool musical sojourn that is both melodic and energectic. Adams captures magic on nine original tracks and a classic remake in tribute to Sting’s smash hit “If I Ever Lose My Faith In You.”

Adams’ muted trumpet and sultry tone evokes that of Miles Davis and he’s known tom mesmerize his fans to where you can hear a pin drop, while his bright percussive style gets the audience on their feet and keeps them dancing. Crafted by his art of “lyrics without words,” his trumpet-driven melodies merge the sound of jazz, funk grooves, sophisticated riffs, sexy soul and Latin vibes in a blend that is all so cool! For more information, visit www.gregadamsmusic.com.


Joseph Vincelli’s signature is his passion toward his music. It’s evident on the stage, in his recordings and in his books. A native of New Jersey , the Dallas Morning News has fondly embraced him as a long time resident of Texas , where he now resides. After spendinghis childhood in Eatontown, a community along the Jersey shore, he studied in Boston at the prestifious Berklee College of Music. It is here that he learned a deep appreciation for the art of improvisation. Vincelli’s diversity with music has given him such honors as the 1998 recipient of the Scott Joplin Award for achievement and the 200 Hall of Fame award at the Clearwater Jazz Holiday Festival.

Joseph Vincelli has recorded 10 CDs, including seven smooth jazz, one classic jazz, and two Christmas CDs. His talents include writing his three-volume book series entitled, “My Friend, Music,” and giving master classes to students interested in the industry of music.

Having toured throughout North American, Brazil, Venezuela, Englad, Italy and South Africa, Vincelli has inspired audiences world-wide. More recently, he has developed benefit concerts and contests that bring celebrities and top chefs together in order to raise money for young performing artists, including the Kids Wo Care Performing Artists Foundation, in Fort Worth . For more information, visit www.josephvincelli.com and www.cdbaby.com.



With a style that is part jazz, R&B, chill and world beat, 30-something guitarist Matt Marshak crosses over into many genres of music. His live shows are second to none in terms of funk, energy, and crowd interaction, and have brought him world-wide recognition as a creative bright young star. Growing up in Long Island , NY , Matt started playing all types of music, paying his dues in small clubes. While attending college at SUNY Genesco, Matt played with a blues/R&B group, cooking up renditions of tunes by old blues/soul masters. Out of college, Marshak played with many of New york ’s top original bands. Rock, pop, country, blues and jazz were all part of the mix.

While playing regularly, Marshak built up an impressive, diverse audience. When Matt gained the attention of New York City ’s WQCD 101.9 and they named him Best New Artist of 2003. His record, “This Time Around,” started getting airplay on stations around the globe. At that time, he was invited to open shows for legends such as Stanley Jordan and Spyro Gyra. In 2006, Marshak released what turned out to be his breakout CD, Groovosphere. This stylish funk, jazz and bluesy soul romp included the must hear singles, Summerfunk, Montauk Moon, and Wind Chill Factor, all of which generated significant interest and recurrent airplay.

Marshak’s newest CD, “On the Rocks,” is being released on the Nuance Music Group label. This CD includes a wide range of musical styles, while staying true to Marshak’s love of jazz, R&B, and soul. Wit an emerging fan base in the U.S. and Europe , Marshak’s hard working, engaging style has won over countless audiences. For more information, visit www.mattmarshak.com.