>>There is a Canadian pianist by the name of Michael Kaeshammer, pronounced case-hammer (the Kaeshammer part, not the Michael part). Young guy, but an astonishing player. He does mostly stride, boogie, honkey-tonk and it's amazing. Unfortunately, he's begun updating his repertoire and has started to sing. He's not terrible, but when he just plays without singing, it's breathtaking. I'd give both arms to be able to play like that. ;)
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>Reminds me of one of my all-time favorite MASH episodes. "I can play the notes, but I can't make music"

Eddie Condon, when asked if he could read music, said, "Yes, but not well enough to hurt my playing."