November 5 - Saxophonist/Flautist - Dan Cirpiano

Ok, so if you notice, there is no job description listed in front of Dan's name in the show title. There is a very good reason. One of the most sought after Sax players around, Dan has had the fortune to perform with just about everyone...from Sting, Bruce Springstein, Jon Bon Jovi, Wilson Pickette, David Sanborn, and Les Paul, to Stanley Clark, Buster Poindexter, Buddy Miles, and Ms. Cindy Bradley to name just a few.

Dan is like the Charles Grodin of music...you've heard him many times, but, don't know who he is. He loves being in the backgrund, but all of that is about to hopefully change.

Please join me in welcoming Dan to Jazzin Em Up With Cres O'Neal. I'm telling you folks, seriously, Dan is one of the most talented musicians I have had the pleasure of listening to in a long time. He is FIERCE.

So, buckle up...or down...it's gonna be one heck of a ride.

November 1 - Jazz Guitarist/Composer/Educator - Eric Essix

Eric Essix began his career as a recording artist in 1988 with his debut recording, First Impressions followed by Second Thoughts in 1989 on the Los Angeles based contemporary jazz label, Nova Records.

As a performing artist, composer, teacher and businessman, Eric is more active and productive than ever and continues to strive for excellence in everything with which he is involved.

Already having produced his own self tiled new album this year, Eric has already begun planning an early 2013 release which will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 16th Street Church bombing with songs of healing, reconciliation and hope .

October 26 - Bassist/Composer - Avery Sharpe

Born in Valdosta, Georgia, Avery Sharpe, the sixth of eight children, was taught the piano by his mother. He picked up the bass in high school; and, in 1980, joined the acclaimed McCoy Tyne Trio, and the rest is history.

Please join me in welcoming my distinguished guest to Jazzin Em Up.

September 6 - Grammy Award Winning Saxophonist/Composer - Gary Bias

A native of South Central Los Angeles, Gary Bias began playing the saxophone at the age of eleven. Early on, his musical peers included Gerald Albright, (they met in the seventh grade), along with Patrice Rushen, Ndugu Chancler and trumpeter Ray Brown, all high school pals.

A highlight in Bias' career occurred when he co-authored the song "Sweet Love" with Anita Baker in 1985. The tune garnered him a Grammy Award for R&B song of the year. By 1987, there was no stopping him as he joined the legendary Earth, Wind and Fire band! Bias has since toured with James Ingram, Randy Crawford and Whitney Houston, to name a few.

August 2 - Saxophonist - Phil Denny

Saxophonist, Phil Denny returns to Jazzin Em Up With Cres O'Neal to personally introduce his brand new, sizzling CD, "Crossovver".