Ray Templin Trio: “Spreadin’ Rhythm Around”

($20-$25 Tickets | 4pm Doors / 4:30pm Matinee) “Spreadin’ Rhythm Around – A Program of Rags, Novelties and Hot Jazz Piano.” Century Room welcomes pianist and vocalist Ray Templin and his trio!

“[If you have never seen or heard the extraordinary musicianship of Ray Templin, you afie definitely in for a treat.,. Being one of the nicest guys in the music business probably doesn’t have anything to do with a strong left hand, but those two qualities are abundant when you talk about fine piano players.”

Templin has gained acclaim as a propulsive, swinging stride pianist and vocalist. Credib include playing and recording with many noted aftists such as Steve Allen, Banu Gibson, Molly Ringwald, John Sheridan, Bob Draga, Blues legend Brownie McGhee, Howard Alden, Dick Cary, Bob Havens, Dan Barrett, Ed Polcer and Bob Schulz. Having peformed in a variety of venues, from pizza parlors, dinner theaters and cabarets to the country’s Iargest jazz festivals, Templin has proven to be quite a versatile entertainer. His acting and voice-over talent has also led him to the world of television and commercials. Ray has voiced characters for Disney, the Muppets and Married with Children, A four-year stint as the piano playing proprietor of “Ray Templin Bar” on Matlock also afforded him composing credits on the show.

Templin is a founder of several bands. Performances have included major jazz festivals, concerts, cruises and Ray’s critically acclaimed theatrical production “Jam “38”.

After putting in 26 years at Disneyland as an entertainment fixture, Ray relocated to Tucson, Arizona, where he continues voice-acting and plays piano and percussion with Arizona’s premier classic jazz band ‘ Wildcat jazz.

Ray Templin (piano) Evan Dain (bass) Arthur Vint (drums)