Author Archives: Richard Guzman

The Daybreak Team

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Richard Guzman

Sunday, February 1st, saw the biggest snow fall so far in the Chicago area.  The foot of snow—at least!—left us hoping it will be the biggest of 2015.  This winter does not seem—seem—that it will be as brutal as 2014’s, … Continue reading →

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Me and Brother Ray – Part 3: Tell the Truth

Posted on January 13, 2015 by Richard Guzman

This is Part 3 of a five-part video series on Ray Charles.  Go to Part 1 for an explanation of the series concept and links to all episodes, and watch Part 3 below. Ray Charles’ first major label was Atlantic … Continue reading →

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“Nativity”: Piano and Jazz at Christmas

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Richard Guzman

Decades ago, when I was around 17-18-19, I had, briefly, a jazz trio.  And our church youth group wrote and performed a Christmas play.  And the two came together when I wrote a theme for that play, called it “Nativity,” … Continue reading →

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