George Nelson
Sings and plays piano – solo, trio, band.
George is more than a soulful master. He is an icon. With nearly 40 years of performing, he has lived, played and sung through a remarkable period of musical history. His masterful playing and soulful rendition have broad appeal. George has opened for or performed with Ray Charles, Les McCann, George Duke, Frankie Avalon, Glen Yarbrough, Joe Russell (The Persuasions), Spyro Gyra, Billy Preston, Stan Kenton Orchestra, Hazel Miller, Gene Bass, Billy Tolles, JoJo Williams, Fred Fuller, Billy Rich (now with Taj Mahal), and performed for such celebrities as Johnny Mathis, Joan Van Ark, Charlton Heston, Mariette Hartley.
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George is the busiest man in showbiz performing an average of five times a week. Here are recordings, pictures, and notices about George and the Band. If you want to see older posts click the button below.
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Every Thursday – License No.1
9pm to 12am every Thursday beneath the Boulderado Hotel. Come and feel the love with George Nelson. With Prasanna Bishop, William Garrison, and Stephen Garrison.
12/12 Back at License No.1
After a brief break, George and the band are back at License No.1 every Thursday from 9pm to midnight. Join us for an evening of fun in this stylish Boulder speakeasy. Great drinks, food, and music. License No. 1 beneath the Boulderado Hotel.
Friday 12/6 Jamestown Mercantile
Last minute booking! Head up into the mountains to hear George Nelson and the trio at this historic venue. Great food, great music, early show.
6-8pm Jamestown Mercantile
Oskar Blues Tasty Weasel
Saturday November 2nd 4:30-7pm. Fresh beer and old-school soul music with the Master! Check it out.