| Greg was born in Rhode Island and has been playing professionally since the age of 15. He has been living in the Boston area for the last eighteen years, performing, teaching and studying, as well as touring across the United States, Europe and Canada. He recently played in the band Roomful of Blues and in his first year with the band they were voted best live blues act by Downbeat. Currently Greg is performing with The Chris Fitz Band and The Visions Jazz Trio as well as doing freelance, studio and live session work.
Some of the artists and groups Greg has performed with are:
Roomful of Blues
Motor City Rhythm Kings
Eric Burdon
Jazz Vermont w/Tony Lada
James Cotton
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James Montgomery
The Memphis Horns
Duke Robillard
Ronnie Earl
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Greg’s education includes Private Instruction with:
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Charlie Banacos
John Lockwood
Cecil McBee
Jeff Covell
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Bruce Gertz
Oscar Stagnaro
Rich Appleman
Greg Mooter |
Greg is endorsed by Eden, Azola Basses, Fishman and DR Strings.
Greg is available for studio work, gigs or private lessons.
For more info on availability e-mail Greg at bassballs@hotmail.com.
Greg is a member of the Jazz trio Visions, to contact send e-mail to
visions@gregsilva.net.
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