Originally published June 11, 2009 at 4:01 p.m., updated June 11, 2009 at 4:01 p.m.
June 11, 2009 SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Bill Ortiz, a legendary name synonymous to San Francisco's music scene, announces the release of his debut CD, From Where I Stand, July 14, 2009. Bill's sweet full tone, and clear, distinctive and assertive style has made this San Francisco native one of the most in-demand trumpet players on the Bay Area Music Scene, as well as the entire west coast, for the past 25-years. From Where I Stand features 13 original compositions that will appeal to all tastes as the disc is, as Bill states, "a diverse musical journey," that transcends his unique Neo-Soul and Nu-Jazz styles and Funk influences.
Bill's performing and recording credits include work with such diverse and dynamic artists as Destiny's Child, Taj Mahal, Tito Puente, Tony Toni Tone, Patty Austin, Michelle Branch, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Lauryn Hill, Quincy Jones, Beyonce' Knowles, John McLaughlin, Todd Rundgren, Arturo Sandoval, and Boz Scaggs, to name just a few.
Bill Ortiz is now performing with Santana at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas through to June 15, 2009. Santana, with Bill Ortiz, will tour Europe from June 27 to July 27, 2009, and return to the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas from August 24 to September 13, 2009.
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