Kaye Bohler will perform a special Valentine's Day celebration of the music of Etta James, featuring Etta’s trumpet player of fifteen years, Tommy Poole.
Kaye explains, "On January 20th, I lost the greatest teacher of my life: Etta James. There aren't enough words for me to express the gratitude I feel toward this great Singer. Her big voice, huge ears, and her edgy authentic style left me awestruck from the moment I first heard her sing Sunday Kind of Love 25 years ago.
"If it hadn't been for Etta, I would never have found the Blues and become the blues singer I am today. Many, many tears along with the deepest love and gratitude ever go out to Etta in heaven!
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"I've decided to dedicate a Valentine's Day Show to honor the music of the great Etta James. It seems only fitting, given the deep love I feel for this woman as an Artist.
"I know no better way to honor her then to help make her music live on and on!
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