Joe Powers

Joe Powers is an internationally acclaimed harmonica player, composer, and recording artist.[1] He performs many music genres, such as classical, blues, jazz-fusion, and world traditions,[1] and specializes in playing Argentine Tango music.[2] Powers started playing the harmonica at two years of age, and majored in music composition at the University of Oregon.[3] He has traveled to many countries to perform his music,[1] and has been characterized as a "virtuoso".[2] In 2005 he won a prize for his work at the quadrennial World Harmonica Championship in Germany, and at a Belgian competition in 2008 he won the classical division.[4] Powers resides in Portland, Oregon.[4]

Discography

The following are albums from Joe Powers.[5]

  • Amor de Tango (2007)
  • Mélancolie (2009)
  • Just Duet! (2012)
  • Apasionado (2015)

See also

References
  1. Cullivan, Rob (September 26, 2012 ). “Powers' harp often tango-ed up in blue. The Portland Tribune.
  2. “Video: Joe Powers on Harmonica & Tango. January 24, 2012. Oregon Public Broadcasting.
  3. Steffen, Suzi (June 21, 2012). “The Passion and The (Joe) Powers. Eugene Weekly.
  4. McQuillen, James (February 11, 2011). “Joe Powers, harmonica wiz.. The Oregonian.
  5. Joe Powers – Extraordinary Harmonica. Joepowers.com.
External video
"Harmonica Virtuoso Joe Powers." Oregon Public Broadcasting.
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