I am American drummer and composer Gene Jackson. This letter is on behalf of my colleague multi-talented pianist and composer Gabriel Guerrero in support of his visa application.
I had been a world renowned successful professional musician for the last 37 years. My career has allowed me to share stage and recordings with the most prominent musicians of the recent era. My broad touring and recording credentials include Oscar Academy Award Winner and 14-time Grammy Award Winner pianist Herbie Hancock with whom I recorded and toured from 1993 to 2000; additionally, with fellow Grammy Award Winners Christian McBride, Terence Blanchard, Elvis Costello, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Joe Lovano, Dianne Reeves among many others. Aside from playing at the most prestigious venues and festivals around the globe I …show more content…
Gabriel is always working on new material as well as crafting new ideas for his improvisations which I am always eager to hear. He can bring music that allow me to stretch and be creative; he can also enrich my compositions inspiring the other band members to create new ideas and ways to play it. Every time I play in New York, without hesitation I ask Mr. Guerrero to take the piano chair in my band. I always know he is the perfect fit. He brings his talent and powerful playing to any musical situation. This view is shared by most musicians I know. It would be difficult to find someone to replace him given his broad knowledge and exceptional gift.
Mr. Guerrero has gained the respect of the critics and from the musical community with his continuous musical contributions. I consider Mr. Guerrero to be one of the most influential and lead pianists of his generation. His contributions to our music had been immeasurable. Without doubt I recommend him for this opportunity so that he can remain in the United States. I look forward to work with him on future
I had been a world renowned successful professional musician for the last 37 years. My career has allowed me to share stage and recordings with the most prominent musicians of the recent era. My broad touring and recording credentials include Oscar Academy Award Winner and 14-time Grammy Award Winner pianist Herbie Hancock with whom I recorded and toured from 1993 to 2000; additionally, with fellow Grammy Award Winners Christian McBride, Terence Blanchard, Elvis Costello, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Joe Lovano, Dianne Reeves among many others. Aside from playing at the most prestigious venues and festivals around the globe I …show more content…
Gabriel is always working on new material as well as crafting new ideas for his improvisations which I am always eager to hear. He can bring music that allow me to stretch and be creative; he can also enrich my compositions inspiring the other band members to create new ideas and ways to play it. Every time I play in New York, without hesitation I ask Mr. Guerrero to take the piano chair in my band. I always know he is the perfect fit. He brings his talent and powerful playing to any musical situation. This view is shared by most musicians I know. It would be difficult to find someone to replace him given his broad knowledge and exceptional gift.
Mr. Guerrero has gained the respect of the critics and from the musical community with his continuous musical contributions. I consider Mr. Guerrero to be one of the most influential and lead pianists of his generation. His contributions to our music had been immeasurable. Without doubt I recommend him for this opportunity so that he can remain in the United States. I look forward to work with him on future