A Night at the Movies
Jim Gibson is one of Atlanta, Georgia's busiest commercial pianists. Over his career he has played literally thousands of engagements ranging from high-pressure shows for well-known performers to social and corporate events. He's played in jazz clubs in Europe, backed country musicians on tour, and spent many, many hours in recording studios.From this varied experience, Jim has evolved a unique improvisational style that effortlessly blends different approaches and feelings. Thus, you'll hear a bit of a classical theme here, a lightly swinging jazz chorus there, or a simple new-age melody somewhere else. One song may go through several keys and tempos . . . but the effect is always relaxing and quiet."My goal," says Jim, "is to find the beauty in these well-known melodies and play them in a way that people will find easy to listen to for a long time."Judging from the reaction of thousands of listeners, he's on the right track.