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Rick Braun Christmas Special
(12.22.12)
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Swingin' In The Snow
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Autism Society of America.
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QUICK BIO
Rick Braun was born in Allentown, PA – and it was the size of
his childhood home that largely determined his musical interest.
Braun recalls that he really wanted to play drums, but with
a large family and a small house, that wasn't exactly popular.
The trumpet was a more practical option.
After attending the prestigious Eastman School of Music, Braun
caught a break when he co-wrote a top 20 hit for REO Speedwagon
entitled "Here With Me." He went on to be a popular touring
partner for Rod Stewart, Tina Turner, Tom Petty and Glenn Frey.
His detour from rock into smooth jazz was by accident, when his
demo tapes wound up in the hands of one of the biggest contemporary
jazz labels of the day. After touring with Sade on her Love
Deluxe tour, his foray into instrumental music was solidified.
Braun has gone on to become one of the most successful producers
and performers in smooth jazz, collaborating with everyone from
Marc Antoine and Jeff Golub to Boney James and Richard Elliot.
He lives in L.A. with his wife and their two children.
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FUN FACTS
- He once worked as a waterbed salesman.
- He learned to play trumpet in part by playing along to
Herb Alpert records.
- At one time, Braun thought about becoming a doctor.
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