Willie Walker

Craft cocktails and small plates begin at 6:00 pm. Seating is available on a first-come basis, with preferred seating for our Baby Grand members. JAZZ FUSION TRIBUTE An evening of music celebrating three pioneers of jazz fusion, legendary electric bassists Stanley Clarke and Marcus Miller, and highly respected saxophonist Kirk Whalum. Each developed his own unique sound on the instrument, that contributed to shaping the genre. CONVERSATION PIECE WEBSITE WATCH Conversation Piece, a beloved and established sextet in Charlotte, gives people something to talk about. For over a decade, these six talented musicians, each with impressive individual backgrounds, have crafted a distinctive sound, blending their passion for music with extensive industry experience. WILLIE WALKER Willie Walker, the band's founder and leader, showcases deep understanding of electronic music and composition. His performance credits include renowned artists such as Clarke Terry, George Howard, Barbara Weathers, Sibyl Lynch, Najee, and Dick Smith (formerly of Earth, Wind & Fire). Walker contributes vocals and bass to the albums "Alive and Kick In" and "Anthology of Beach Music" by Grammy-winner General Johnson and the Chairman of the Board, with whom he also toured. Early in his career, Walker was a staff bassist and orchestral arranger for Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. Walker is currently the composer and arranger for Conversation Piece's discography, including "Inside My Mind", "Live at 831", and "L.A. Bop". He also performs as a sideman for Grammy-nominated Tom Browne. The members of Conversation Piece are: Willie Walker - Bass/Vocals Carl Ratliff - Sax Darryl Payton - Trombone Derek McCoy - Guitar Charlton Taylor - Keys Chris Whitley - Drums