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Lyrics of Sam Rappa original songs
The word that best describes Sam Rappa' performances is 'Eklectic'
While his jazz improvisation in a Gypsy Jazz influenced swing style is his primary focus, his repertoire also includes ballads with vocals somewhat in the style of Leon Redbone, R&B funk/blues ala: Jim Croce, Eric Clapton, John Prine, etc. Easy listening light jazz dinner music, (Gershwin, Berlin, Porter), honky-tonk country (Merle Haggard, Willy Nelson, etc.)
Sam includes a collection of Django Reinhardts compositions in his repertoire.
Shown here is the Dupont guitar purchased in Paris, France and is a duplicate of the guitar used by Django Reinhardt, the internationally famous gypsy guitarist.
For some performances, he also uses a nylon-string guitar for a more mellow tone. The sound he strives for is acoustic.
To purchase CD, send check or Money order with your address to:
Sam Rappa, 4665 Pelham, Dearborn Hts., MI 48125
For more information or to be notified by Email of live performance schedule, contact:
Sam Rappa
mailto: svrap@comcast.net
Sam Rappa's Jazz Trio
'Vintage' at
Motown Harley Davidson
2001 Christmas Party