Todd Johnson is recognized as a pioneer of the six-string bass. With his Zon signature model six-string bass, Johnson uses an innovative technique where he plays chord changes and bass lines simultaneously, giving him an uniquely rich and fuller sound that proves extremely useful in both solo and small combo work.
In addition to his work with the Ron Escheté Trio, Johnson has performed and recorded with other artists, including Kristin Korb, Mike Stern, Jim Martinez, Dave Weckl, Scott Henderson, Barbara Morrison, Plas Johnson, Sam Most, Lew Tabackin, Jack Sheldon, Dewey Erney, Joe LaBarbera, Frank Potenza, Larry Koonse, Kendall Kay, Steve & Jennifer Barnes, Kate Reid, Tierney Sutton, Poncho Sanchez, Mundell Lowe, Paul Humphrey, and Frank Gambale.
As a seasoned performing artist, Todd Johnson has developed a rich philosophy encompassing his spiritual, educational and achievement-oriented sides. Johnson sees his talent as a gift from God to continually enhance and develop.
Though Johnson dedicates himself largely to performing and recording, he also teaches courses and workshops in a variety of settings. Johnson has taught since 1991 at such notable schools as California Institute of the Arts, Musicians Institute (BIT) and The Masters College, as well as teaching private lessons. His unique style keeps him in demand as a clinician demonstrating his innovative techniques and concepts throughout the U.S.
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Todd!! Glad you had a great trip to Japan. I'm looking forward to our next gig together. I still think we should book a small church tour and hit the backroads. They deserve some steak dinners, as well ;-)
thanks for the add todd! i got into piano tuning this past year and its been amazing what ive learned.if you know of anyone who needs one you got my number!
Thanks for the nice words and stopping by. Things are great here in Boston. I'm very busy and that's always a good thing! I hope to meet you sometime. All the best!
T Man! You were amazing as always at Bassfest! It was great playing with you and hanging out. Better rest those digits for a couple of days! See you soon, Rob
Todd!!!!!!!!!!! Bye Bye Blackbird,,, Man!!!! what a wonderful piece... this wonderful bubble took me on a long journey Man!!!! Its such an honor connecting with you on myspace thanks for the connection! Peace + Love = music
thank you gracias grazie ありがとうございました धन्यवाद благодаря 谢谢您 bedankt спасибо obrigado شكرا لك! merci bien hvala ti dziękuję děkuji ti tak mulţumesc takk dankeschoen kiitos σε ευχαριστώ 감사합니다 tack!!!
I hope you'll forgive a bit of shameless merchandising. My new CD is out. Still doin' the Jazz thing, but this is definitely not your father's organ trio!
CD Baby's got it - there are samples, links & digital downloads on my Myspace page.
TODD ~ Love your page... your style in music... your attitude about life... the smile you wear on your face!!! you don't have to go far... just to be who you are... missing you in glen ellen,ca
