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Cool Jazz on Cape Cod
Terry Simpson on guitar
Terry has loved music all his life. He began on violin as a child in Wisconsin and switched to guitar as a teen. He has played rock, R&B and blues in a variety of bands and studied jazz at Berklee and with Charlie Banacos.
After moving to Cape Cod in 2021, Terry focused on jazz. He has played at several Cape venues and is a regular at Sunday Jazz Jams at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod with Bart Weisman and the Cape Cod Jazz Trio. Terry also enjoys busking on Main Street, Hyannis in the summertime.
Brad Baker on drums
Brad first picked up the snare drum in his grade school marching band. That simple introduction to rhythm became a lifelong passion, leading him to explore a wide range of musical styles and settings. He played in a variety of bands and genres, gaining versatility and experience; This shapied his musical voice, honed his timing and feel, and deepened his appreciation for the role of percussion in defining a band’s sound.
Brad studied for six years under the highly respected drum set teacher, Bob Gullotti, whose influence helped elevate his musicality, discipline, and understanding of groove and dynamics.
As Vice President of Marketing for Zildjian for nine years, he was able to merge his artistic background with strategic leadership, contributing to the growth and global presence of one of the most iconic brands in percussion.
John Shaw on flute & saxophones
John Shaw is well known for his busking on Main Street, Hyannis, entertaining tourists and locals alike. He is recognized for his passionate playing and personal style
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John graduated from U Mass Dartmouth where he studied jazz improvisation with Bobby Green. He was strongly influenced by Herbie Hancock, Chuck Mangione and their contemporaries.
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John has performed at venues throughout Cape Cod including the Roadhouse Cafe and the Black Cat Restaurant in Hyannis, Blue in Mashpee, and Three Finns and Buckies Biscotti & Bakery in Dennis, Mass.
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He currently performs for passengers boarding the Cape Cod Dinner Train as well as acting as a dress conductor. He performs his melodic jazz on flute and soprano, alto and tenor saxophones wiht The Vibe Jazz Trio and Breeze.
Laird Boles on stand up & electric bass
Laird has been described as the hardest working bass player on Cape Cod. While heavily rooted in the local jazz scene, he is equally comfortable in other genres including folk, rock and pop.
Laird has played with Bart Weisman and the Cape Cod Jazz Trio at numerous venues including The Provincetown Jazz Festival. Laird has also performed with Tripping Lily, Toast and Jam, and early in his career the Virginia Gentleman. He has performed at the W.H.A.T. Summer Music Festival and Pops by the Sea.