Joe Powers Explained

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

The following are albums from Joe Powers.[5]

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Notes and References

  1. Cullivan, Rob (September 26, 2012). “Powers' harp often tango-ed up in blue. The Portland Tribune.
  2. http://www.opb.org/artsandlife/article/video-joe-powers-harmonica-tango/ Video: Joe Powers on Harmonica & Tango.
  3. Steffen, Suzi (June 21, 2012). "The Passion and The (Joe) Powers." Eugene Weekly.
  4. McQuillen, James (February 11, 2011). “Joe Powers, harmonica wiz.. The Oregonian.
  5. http://www.joepowers.com/music.php Joe Powers Extraordinary Harmonica