Phil French

Phil FrenchPhil French is a true force to be reckoned with As a multi-threat talent he is trailblazing the music world of Gospel and Jazz with momentous success As a gifted saxophonist producer songwriter arranger recording artist and engineer Phil French has laid a firm foundation with an impressive discography and a virtual ldquowhorsquos whordquo of musical industry giants with whom he has performed and ministered Household names such as The Winans The Clark Sisters Fred Hammond Richard Smallwood Kim Burrell Yolanda Adams Jean Carne Stanley Turrentine Grover Washington Jr Norman Connors Ramsey Lewis Najee and a host of others have been touched by his talents What hersquos been blessed to accomplish to date has prepared him for his next assignment Taking everything and everyone to the next level he has teamed up with his long-time friend musician writer recording artist and producer in his own right Terrence Richburg to bring to fruition his new game-changing CD release on the RichEscape Music label Everlasting

Philrsquos lifelong passion for music started at the age of 10 All it took was one look at the saxophone and he knew he needed to try it out ldquoAt school you had to be in 5th grade in order to play the saxophone but at the time I was in 4th graderdquo Phil recalls ldquoPeople tried to encourage me to play something else in the meantime but I waited There was something about the saxophone that drew me in even before I picked it up to play it for the first timerdquo he says

Once he was old enough he started his formal musical training in the Maryland public school system including Thomas Stone Elementary School in Mt Rainier Roger B Taney Jr Junior High School in Temple Hills and Crossland High School also in Temple Hills However French really honed skills while playing at Shiloh Church of God 7th Day in Hyattsville Maryland

As a youth Phil continued to play his saxophone in both Christian and secular arenas Mentors like Alvin Nesbitt a gospel harmonica player Pastor Jonathan Carson a skilled organist and fellow sax man and jazz icon the late Grover Washington Jr all poured into Phil He cites their influences in helping to make him the gifted saxophonist he is today

Throughout his development he has been afforded the opportunity to perform minister and share the stage with a variety of locally nationally and internationally acclaimed musicians and artists including Pieces of a Dream Marion Meadows Brian McKnight the late Ollie Woodson formerly of the Temptations Marvin Sapp William Becton amp Friends Maurette Brown Clark and a host of others

Phil FrenchBut perhaps one of Frenchrsquos most pivotal musical endeavors was serving as a band member and the Music Director for the GRAMMY Award winner Yolanda Adams for over four years While playing with Yolanda he also had the opportunity to record on her album More Than a Melody During the same time Phil was also a band member of the legendary Jean Carne His experiences with Yolanda Adams and Jean Carne have helped him to polish his stage presence and perfect his amazing jaw dropping circular breathing technique Phil has also performed and recorded on sessions with the award winning Ben Tankard

Now a Dallas Texas resident and a member of the renowned Potterrsquos House where Bishop TD Jakes is pastor French has become one of the most sought after inspirational jazz instrumentalist Performing all over the country for all types of events including jazz Gospel and cultural festivals conferences and convocations jazz venues and restaurants as well as Sunday morning church services Phil truly believes that music is for everyone His call and desire is to use the gifts that God has given him in music as a language to cross all barriers including but not limited to race denomination religion and color A favorite with Gospel music lovers and jazz fans alike Phil has an uncanny ability to move each heart as he plays Most of all Phil simply wants to bring God glory

In his role as recording artist French has released six projects to date on his FrenchySoundz Music label Been So Good (2000) Royal Love Songs (2002) Songs to Hymn (2007) Beyond This World (2008) Songs for His Season (2009) and The Alpha Experience (2013) In 2014 he collaborated with Terrence Richburg signing with Richburgrsquos Stellar Award-nominated record label RichEscape Music French released of his 7th CD Everlasting Featuring Terrence Richburg on January 27 2015 French and Richburg created musical magic during the making of the new CD With stunning compositions and instrumentation by Richburg and smooth sax sounds from French the 17-track project including vocal and instrumental songs is a melodic masterpiece fashioned to inspire the soul and delight the ear Tracks like ldquoIn My Heartrdquo ldquoWave Offeringrdquo and ldquoConsider Now Eternityrdquo leave the listener begging for more Just one listen and itrsquos clear that this musician has been given something very special

The new project is a culmination of sorts as well as a new beginning The CD is a sonic reflection of how far God has brought him and where He is taking him The true power of the calling on Philrsquos life was apparent at the end of a Bible Study one night ldquoI remember one evening a young man came to me and wanted to talk with merdquo shares Phil ldquoHe said to me lsquoI have one of your CDs and there is one song that I keep playing There is something about that song I used to do things before I heard your music that I donrsquot do anymore I used to abuse my wife but that song took that spirit off of mersquo That one conversation let me know that I canrsquot stop doing what I am doing I will never stop Thatrsquos what itrsquos all aboutrdquo

Phil FrenchEndorsements

ldquoPhil French is a lsquomonsterrsquo talent and has been a great friend of mine for many years While I love ALL of his previous CD releases I am most excited about Everlasting What an anointed collection that will warm the hearts of every listener Also a dynamic performer I would suggest you catch Phil live in concert as well I believe the only thing better than a Phil French CD is a Phil 2-hour concertrdquo

~ Ben Tankard (Multi-Stellar winning GRAMMY Dove amp Soul Train Award Nominated Best-Selling Gospel Jazz Recording Artist Producer amp Composer)

ldquoNot often am I privileged to witness a Prodigious Talent evolve into a Seasoned Virtuoso Phil French has afforded me that experience I recall with fondness and pride Philrsquos dedicated and energetic efforts to hone his craft and take his place as a World-Class Saxophonist Everlasting his latest Gift to us lifts our Spirits and takes us to an Anointed Musical Strata where the Harmonious and the Divine co-exist Join me in receiving a Musical Blessing from Maestro Phil Frenchrdquo

~ Jean Carne (World-Renowned JazzPop Vocalist amp Recording Artist)

ldquoOften within a saturated market of talent someone emerges and his or her refreshing sound tickles the ear Phil French meets that challenge as he emerges with the smooth sound of his soprano sax on the easy listening tune lsquoI Wonrsquot Let Gorsquo and the fearless approach to odd rhythmic meter which is demonstrated in the syncopated groove found in lsquoTwilightrsquo both produced by the masterful Terrence Richburg If you enjoy listening to instrumental jazz music this offering by Phil French will fit nicely into your playlistrdquo

~ Steven Ford (Multi-GRAMMY Award Winning Producer amp Composer)

ldquoI like both songs very much The first song lsquoTWILIGHTrsquo I can hear as a first single in the smooth jazz format The second song lsquoI WONrsquoT LET GOrsquo is a very beautiful ballad and I thought his solo was very tasteful I think it could definitely make a significant mark in the smooth jazz format I give the songs 5 stars out of fiverdquo

~ Norman Connors (JazzRampB Chart-Topping Recording Artist Musician Producer Composer amp Arranger)

Discography

Phil French

Amos Davis amp The Angelic Choraleers ndash 1988 (Sweet Rain Records)Terrence Richburg ndash Rich Spirit One ndash 1994 (RichEscape Music)Yolanda Adams ndash More Than A Melody ndash 1995 (Tribute Records)William Becton amp Friends ndash Broken ndash 1995 (Intersound Records) ndash wHit ldquoBe EncouragedrdquoPatrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music ndash We Sing the Power ndash 1995 (Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music)Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music ndash You Carried Me ndash 1998 (Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music)Phil French ndash Been So Good ndash 2000 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Royal Love Songs ndash 2002 (FrenchySoundz Music)Mark Walker ndash Forever Yours ndash 2003 (3 Brutha Records)Brenda Campbell ndash Praising the Lord With Brenda ndash 20032009 (Brenda Campbell Music)Phil French ndash Songs to Hymn ndash 2007 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Beyond This World ndash 2008 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Songs for His Season ndash 2009 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash The Alpha Experience ndash 2013 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French [featuring Terrence Richburg] ndash Everlasting ndash 2015 (RichEscape Music)

Phil French plays Saxophone (Soprano Alto Tenor amp Baritone) Flute Wind Controller and Drums

Phil is also a Producer Writer Arranger and Recording Engineer and Mixing amp Mastering Engineer

Artist Executive Producer Recording Engineer amp Mix Engineer on six of Philrsquos own CD projects Royal Love Songs Songs to Hymn Beyond This World Song for This Season and The Alpha Experience Served as Producer (In Studio Production Musical Director) Played Sax and Provided Horn Section Arrangements on Brenda Campbellrsquos CD project Praising the Lord With Brenda

Mixed songs on Artist Jermaine Mackey recording projects

Talents amp Credits

Phil FrenchCD Discography

1 Twilight 4352 Everlastinghellip 2403 Consider Now Eternity 5154 I Wonrsquot Let Go 5465 Joy Unspeakable 4166 Away 5367 7 Heaven 3498 What A Friend 4599 Wave Offering 60610 Whom Shall I Fear 42311 He Touched Me 32712 Consider Now Eternity (Vocal) 51613 In My Heart 45814 Interlude ndash 7 Heaven 10115 Away (Vocal) 52916 I Wonrsquot Let Go (Sax) 54717 Intentional 603

Phil FrenchPhil French is a true force to be reckoned with As a multi-threat talent he is trailblazing the music world of Gospel and Jazz with momentous success As a gifted saxophonist producer songwriter arranger recording artist and engineer Phil French has laid a firm foundation with an impressive discography and a virtual ldquowhorsquos whordquo of musical industry giants with whom he has performed and ministered Household names such as The Winans The Clark Sisters Fred Hammond Richard Smallwood Kim Burrell Yolanda Adams Jean Carne Stanley Turrentine Grover Washington Jr Norman Connors Ramsey Lewis Najee and a host of others have been touched by his talents What hersquos been blessed to accomplish to date has prepared him for his next assignment Taking everything and everyone to the next level he has teamed up with his long-time friend musician writer recording artist and producer in his own right Terrence Richburg to bring to fruition his new game-changing CD release on the RichEscape Music label Everlasting

Philrsquos lifelong passion for music started at the age of 10 All it took was one look at the saxophone and he knew he needed to try it out ldquoAt school you had to be in 5th grade in order to play the saxophone but at the time I was in 4th graderdquo Phil recalls ldquoPeople tried to encourage me to play something else in the meantime but I waited There was something about the saxophone that drew me in even before I picked it up to play it for the first timerdquo he says

Once he was old enough he started his formal musical training in the Maryland public school system including Thomas Stone Elementary School in Mt Rainier Roger B Taney Jr Junior High School in Temple Hills and Crossland High School also in Temple Hills However French really honed skills while playing at Shiloh Church of God 7th Day in Hyattsville Maryland

As a youth Phil continued to play his saxophone in both Christian and secular arenas Mentors like Alvin Nesbitt a gospel harmonica player Pastor Jonathan Carson a skilled organist and fellow sax man and jazz icon the late Grover Washington Jr all poured into Phil He cites their influences in helping to make him the gifted saxophonist he is today

Throughout his development he has been afforded the opportunity to perform minister and share the stage with a variety of locally nationally and internationally acclaimed musicians and artists including Pieces of a Dream Marion Meadows Brian McKnight the late Ollie Woodson formerly of the Temptations Marvin Sapp William Becton amp Friends Maurette Brown Clark and a host of others

Phil FrenchBut perhaps one of Frenchrsquos most pivotal musical endeavors was serving as a band member and the Music Director for the GRAMMY Award winner Yolanda Adams for over four years While playing with Yolanda he also had the opportunity to record on her album More Than a Melody During the same time Phil was also a band member of the legendary Jean Carne His experiences with Yolanda Adams and Jean Carne have helped him to polish his stage presence and perfect his amazing jaw dropping circular breathing technique Phil has also performed and recorded on sessions with the award winning Ben Tankard

Now a Dallas Texas resident and a member of the renowned Potterrsquos House where Bishop TD Jakes is pastor French has become one of the most sought after inspirational jazz instrumentalist Performing all over the country for all types of events including jazz Gospel and cultural festivals conferences and convocations jazz venues and restaurants as well as Sunday morning church services Phil truly believes that music is for everyone His call and desire is to use the gifts that God has given him in music as a language to cross all barriers including but not limited to race denomination religion and color A favorite with Gospel music lovers and jazz fans alike Phil has an uncanny ability to move each heart as he plays Most of all Phil simply wants to bring God glory

In his role as recording artist French has released six projects to date on his FrenchySoundz Music label Been So Good (2000) Royal Love Songs (2002) Songs to Hymn (2007) Beyond This World (2008) Songs for His Season (2009) and The Alpha Experience (2013) In 2014 he collaborated with Terrence Richburg signing with Richburgrsquos Stellar Award-nominated record label RichEscape Music French released of his 7th CD Everlasting Featuring Terrence Richburg on January 27 2015 French and Richburg created musical magic during the making of the new CD With stunning compositions and instrumentation by Richburg and smooth sax sounds from French the 17-track project including vocal and instrumental songs is a melodic masterpiece fashioned to inspire the soul and delight the ear Tracks like ldquoIn My Heartrdquo ldquoWave Offeringrdquo and ldquoConsider Now Eternityrdquo leave the listener begging for more Just one listen and itrsquos clear that this musician has been given something very special

The new project is a culmination of sorts as well as a new beginning The CD is a sonic reflection of how far God has brought him and where He is taking him The true power of the calling on Philrsquos life was apparent at the end of a Bible Study one night ldquoI remember one evening a young man came to me and wanted to talk with merdquo shares Phil ldquoHe said to me lsquoI have one of your CDs and there is one song that I keep playing There is something about that song I used to do things before I heard your music that I donrsquot do anymore I used to abuse my wife but that song took that spirit off of mersquo That one conversation let me know that I canrsquot stop doing what I am doing I will never stop Thatrsquos what itrsquos all aboutrdquo

Phil FrenchEndorsements

ldquoPhil French is a lsquomonsterrsquo talent and has been a great friend of mine for many years While I love ALL of his previous CD releases I am most excited about Everlasting What an anointed collection that will warm the hearts of every listener Also a dynamic performer I would suggest you catch Phil live in concert as well I believe the only thing better than a Phil French CD is a Phil 2-hour concertrdquo

~ Ben Tankard (Multi-Stellar winning GRAMMY Dove amp Soul Train Award Nominated Best-Selling Gospel Jazz Recording Artist Producer amp Composer)

ldquoNot often am I privileged to witness a Prodigious Talent evolve into a Seasoned Virtuoso Phil French has afforded me that experience I recall with fondness and pride Philrsquos dedicated and energetic efforts to hone his craft and take his place as a World-Class Saxophonist Everlasting his latest Gift to us lifts our Spirits and takes us to an Anointed Musical Strata where the Harmonious and the Divine co-exist Join me in receiving a Musical Blessing from Maestro Phil Frenchrdquo

~ Jean Carne (World-Renowned JazzPop Vocalist amp Recording Artist)

ldquoOften within a saturated market of talent someone emerges and his or her refreshing sound tickles the ear Phil French meets that challenge as he emerges with the smooth sound of his soprano sax on the easy listening tune lsquoI Wonrsquot Let Gorsquo and the fearless approach to odd rhythmic meter which is demonstrated in the syncopated groove found in lsquoTwilightrsquo both produced by the masterful Terrence Richburg If you enjoy listening to instrumental jazz music this offering by Phil French will fit nicely into your playlistrdquo

~ Steven Ford (Multi-GRAMMY Award Winning Producer amp Composer)

ldquoI like both songs very much The first song lsquoTWILIGHTrsquo I can hear as a first single in the smooth jazz format The second song lsquoI WONrsquoT LET GOrsquo is a very beautiful ballad and I thought his solo was very tasteful I think it could definitely make a significant mark in the smooth jazz format I give the songs 5 stars out of fiverdquo

~ Norman Connors (JazzRampB Chart-Topping Recording Artist Musician Producer Composer amp Arranger)

Discography

Phil French

Amos Davis amp The Angelic Choraleers ndash 1988 (Sweet Rain Records)Terrence Richburg ndash Rich Spirit One ndash 1994 (RichEscape Music)Yolanda Adams ndash More Than A Melody ndash 1995 (Tribute Records)William Becton amp Friends ndash Broken ndash 1995 (Intersound Records) ndash wHit ldquoBe EncouragedrdquoPatrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music ndash We Sing the Power ndash 1995 (Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music)Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music ndash You Carried Me ndash 1998 (Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music)Phil French ndash Been So Good ndash 2000 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Royal Love Songs ndash 2002 (FrenchySoundz Music)Mark Walker ndash Forever Yours ndash 2003 (3 Brutha Records)Brenda Campbell ndash Praising the Lord With Brenda ndash 20032009 (Brenda Campbell Music)Phil French ndash Songs to Hymn ndash 2007 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Beyond This World ndash 2008 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Songs for His Season ndash 2009 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash The Alpha Experience ndash 2013 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French [featuring Terrence Richburg] ndash Everlasting ndash 2015 (RichEscape Music)

Phil French plays Saxophone (Soprano Alto Tenor amp Baritone) Flute Wind Controller and Drums

Phil is also a Producer Writer Arranger and Recording Engineer and Mixing amp Mastering Engineer

Artist Executive Producer Recording Engineer amp Mix Engineer on six of Philrsquos own CD projects Royal Love Songs Songs to Hymn Beyond This World Song for This Season and The Alpha Experience Served as Producer (In Studio Production Musical Director) Played Sax and Provided Horn Section Arrangements on Brenda Campbellrsquos CD project Praising the Lord With Brenda

Mixed songs on Artist Jermaine Mackey recording projects

Talents amp Credits

Phil FrenchCD Discography

1 Twilight 4352 Everlastinghellip 2403 Consider Now Eternity 5154 I Wonrsquot Let Go 5465 Joy Unspeakable 4166 Away 5367 7 Heaven 3498 What A Friend 4599 Wave Offering 60610 Whom Shall I Fear 42311 He Touched Me 32712 Consider Now Eternity (Vocal) 51613 In My Heart 45814 Interlude ndash 7 Heaven 10115 Away (Vocal) 52916 I Wonrsquot Let Go (Sax) 54717 Intentional 603

Phil FrenchBut perhaps one of Frenchrsquos most pivotal musical endeavors was serving as a band member and the Music Director for the GRAMMY Award winner Yolanda Adams for over four years While playing with Yolanda he also had the opportunity to record on her album More Than a Melody During the same time Phil was also a band member of the legendary Jean Carne His experiences with Yolanda Adams and Jean Carne have helped him to polish his stage presence and perfect his amazing jaw dropping circular breathing technique Phil has also performed and recorded on sessions with the award winning Ben Tankard

Now a Dallas Texas resident and a member of the renowned Potterrsquos House where Bishop TD Jakes is pastor French has become one of the most sought after inspirational jazz instrumentalist Performing all over the country for all types of events including jazz Gospel and cultural festivals conferences and convocations jazz venues and restaurants as well as Sunday morning church services Phil truly believes that music is for everyone His call and desire is to use the gifts that God has given him in music as a language to cross all barriers including but not limited to race denomination religion and color A favorite with Gospel music lovers and jazz fans alike Phil has an uncanny ability to move each heart as he plays Most of all Phil simply wants to bring God glory

In his role as recording artist French has released six projects to date on his FrenchySoundz Music label Been So Good (2000) Royal Love Songs (2002) Songs to Hymn (2007) Beyond This World (2008) Songs for His Season (2009) and The Alpha Experience (2013) In 2014 he collaborated with Terrence Richburg signing with Richburgrsquos Stellar Award-nominated record label RichEscape Music French released of his 7th CD Everlasting Featuring Terrence Richburg on January 27 2015 French and Richburg created musical magic during the making of the new CD With stunning compositions and instrumentation by Richburg and smooth sax sounds from French the 17-track project including vocal and instrumental songs is a melodic masterpiece fashioned to inspire the soul and delight the ear Tracks like ldquoIn My Heartrdquo ldquoWave Offeringrdquo and ldquoConsider Now Eternityrdquo leave the listener begging for more Just one listen and itrsquos clear that this musician has been given something very special

The new project is a culmination of sorts as well as a new beginning The CD is a sonic reflection of how far God has brought him and where He is taking him The true power of the calling on Philrsquos life was apparent at the end of a Bible Study one night ldquoI remember one evening a young man came to me and wanted to talk with merdquo shares Phil ldquoHe said to me lsquoI have one of your CDs and there is one song that I keep playing There is something about that song I used to do things before I heard your music that I donrsquot do anymore I used to abuse my wife but that song took that spirit off of mersquo That one conversation let me know that I canrsquot stop doing what I am doing I will never stop Thatrsquos what itrsquos all aboutrdquo

Phil FrenchEndorsements

ldquoPhil French is a lsquomonsterrsquo talent and has been a great friend of mine for many years While I love ALL of his previous CD releases I am most excited about Everlasting What an anointed collection that will warm the hearts of every listener Also a dynamic performer I would suggest you catch Phil live in concert as well I believe the only thing better than a Phil French CD is a Phil 2-hour concertrdquo

~ Ben Tankard (Multi-Stellar winning GRAMMY Dove amp Soul Train Award Nominated Best-Selling Gospel Jazz Recording Artist Producer amp Composer)

ldquoNot often am I privileged to witness a Prodigious Talent evolve into a Seasoned Virtuoso Phil French has afforded me that experience I recall with fondness and pride Philrsquos dedicated and energetic efforts to hone his craft and take his place as a World-Class Saxophonist Everlasting his latest Gift to us lifts our Spirits and takes us to an Anointed Musical Strata where the Harmonious and the Divine co-exist Join me in receiving a Musical Blessing from Maestro Phil Frenchrdquo

~ Jean Carne (World-Renowned JazzPop Vocalist amp Recording Artist)

ldquoOften within a saturated market of talent someone emerges and his or her refreshing sound tickles the ear Phil French meets that challenge as he emerges with the smooth sound of his soprano sax on the easy listening tune lsquoI Wonrsquot Let Gorsquo and the fearless approach to odd rhythmic meter which is demonstrated in the syncopated groove found in lsquoTwilightrsquo both produced by the masterful Terrence Richburg If you enjoy listening to instrumental jazz music this offering by Phil French will fit nicely into your playlistrdquo

~ Steven Ford (Multi-GRAMMY Award Winning Producer amp Composer)

ldquoI like both songs very much The first song lsquoTWILIGHTrsquo I can hear as a first single in the smooth jazz format The second song lsquoI WONrsquoT LET GOrsquo is a very beautiful ballad and I thought his solo was very tasteful I think it could definitely make a significant mark in the smooth jazz format I give the songs 5 stars out of fiverdquo

~ Norman Connors (JazzRampB Chart-Topping Recording Artist Musician Producer Composer amp Arranger)

Discography

Phil French

Amos Davis amp The Angelic Choraleers ndash 1988 (Sweet Rain Records)Terrence Richburg ndash Rich Spirit One ndash 1994 (RichEscape Music)Yolanda Adams ndash More Than A Melody ndash 1995 (Tribute Records)William Becton amp Friends ndash Broken ndash 1995 (Intersound Records) ndash wHit ldquoBe EncouragedrdquoPatrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music ndash We Sing the Power ndash 1995 (Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music)Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music ndash You Carried Me ndash 1998 (Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music)Phil French ndash Been So Good ndash 2000 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Royal Love Songs ndash 2002 (FrenchySoundz Music)Mark Walker ndash Forever Yours ndash 2003 (3 Brutha Records)Brenda Campbell ndash Praising the Lord With Brenda ndash 20032009 (Brenda Campbell Music)Phil French ndash Songs to Hymn ndash 2007 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Beyond This World ndash 2008 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Songs for His Season ndash 2009 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash The Alpha Experience ndash 2013 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French [featuring Terrence Richburg] ndash Everlasting ndash 2015 (RichEscape Music)

Phil French plays Saxophone (Soprano Alto Tenor amp Baritone) Flute Wind Controller and Drums

Phil is also a Producer Writer Arranger and Recording Engineer and Mixing amp Mastering Engineer

Artist Executive Producer Recording Engineer amp Mix Engineer on six of Philrsquos own CD projects Royal Love Songs Songs to Hymn Beyond This World Song for This Season and The Alpha Experience Served as Producer (In Studio Production Musical Director) Played Sax and Provided Horn Section Arrangements on Brenda Campbellrsquos CD project Praising the Lord With Brenda

Mixed songs on Artist Jermaine Mackey recording projects

Talents amp Credits

Phil FrenchCD Discography

1 Twilight 4352 Everlastinghellip 2403 Consider Now Eternity 5154 I Wonrsquot Let Go 5465 Joy Unspeakable 4166 Away 5367 7 Heaven 3498 What A Friend 4599 Wave Offering 60610 Whom Shall I Fear 42311 He Touched Me 32712 Consider Now Eternity (Vocal) 51613 In My Heart 45814 Interlude ndash 7 Heaven 10115 Away (Vocal) 52916 I Wonrsquot Let Go (Sax) 54717 Intentional 603

Phil FrenchEndorsements

ldquoPhil French is a lsquomonsterrsquo talent and has been a great friend of mine for many years While I love ALL of his previous CD releases I am most excited about Everlasting What an anointed collection that will warm the hearts of every listener Also a dynamic performer I would suggest you catch Phil live in concert as well I believe the only thing better than a Phil French CD is a Phil 2-hour concertrdquo

~ Ben Tankard (Multi-Stellar winning GRAMMY Dove amp Soul Train Award Nominated Best-Selling Gospel Jazz Recording Artist Producer amp Composer)

ldquoNot often am I privileged to witness a Prodigious Talent evolve into a Seasoned Virtuoso Phil French has afforded me that experience I recall with fondness and pride Philrsquos dedicated and energetic efforts to hone his craft and take his place as a World-Class Saxophonist Everlasting his latest Gift to us lifts our Spirits and takes us to an Anointed Musical Strata where the Harmonious and the Divine co-exist Join me in receiving a Musical Blessing from Maestro Phil Frenchrdquo

~ Jean Carne (World-Renowned JazzPop Vocalist amp Recording Artist)

ldquoOften within a saturated market of talent someone emerges and his or her refreshing sound tickles the ear Phil French meets that challenge as he emerges with the smooth sound of his soprano sax on the easy listening tune lsquoI Wonrsquot Let Gorsquo and the fearless approach to odd rhythmic meter which is demonstrated in the syncopated groove found in lsquoTwilightrsquo both produced by the masterful Terrence Richburg If you enjoy listening to instrumental jazz music this offering by Phil French will fit nicely into your playlistrdquo

~ Steven Ford (Multi-GRAMMY Award Winning Producer amp Composer)

ldquoI like both songs very much The first song lsquoTWILIGHTrsquo I can hear as a first single in the smooth jazz format The second song lsquoI WONrsquoT LET GOrsquo is a very beautiful ballad and I thought his solo was very tasteful I think it could definitely make a significant mark in the smooth jazz format I give the songs 5 stars out of fiverdquo

~ Norman Connors (JazzRampB Chart-Topping Recording Artist Musician Producer Composer amp Arranger)

Discography

Phil French

Amos Davis amp The Angelic Choraleers ndash 1988 (Sweet Rain Records)Terrence Richburg ndash Rich Spirit One ndash 1994 (RichEscape Music)Yolanda Adams ndash More Than A Melody ndash 1995 (Tribute Records)William Becton amp Friends ndash Broken ndash 1995 (Intersound Records) ndash wHit ldquoBe EncouragedrdquoPatrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music ndash We Sing the Power ndash 1995 (Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music)Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music ndash You Carried Me ndash 1998 (Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music)Phil French ndash Been So Good ndash 2000 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Royal Love Songs ndash 2002 (FrenchySoundz Music)Mark Walker ndash Forever Yours ndash 2003 (3 Brutha Records)Brenda Campbell ndash Praising the Lord With Brenda ndash 20032009 (Brenda Campbell Music)Phil French ndash Songs to Hymn ndash 2007 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Beyond This World ndash 2008 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Songs for His Season ndash 2009 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash The Alpha Experience ndash 2013 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French [featuring Terrence Richburg] ndash Everlasting ndash 2015 (RichEscape Music)

Phil French plays Saxophone (Soprano Alto Tenor amp Baritone) Flute Wind Controller and Drums

Phil is also a Producer Writer Arranger and Recording Engineer and Mixing amp Mastering Engineer

Artist Executive Producer Recording Engineer amp Mix Engineer on six of Philrsquos own CD projects Royal Love Songs Songs to Hymn Beyond This World Song for This Season and The Alpha Experience Served as Producer (In Studio Production Musical Director) Played Sax and Provided Horn Section Arrangements on Brenda Campbellrsquos CD project Praising the Lord With Brenda

Mixed songs on Artist Jermaine Mackey recording projects

Talents amp Credits

Phil FrenchCD Discography

1 Twilight 4352 Everlastinghellip 2403 Consider Now Eternity 5154 I Wonrsquot Let Go 5465 Joy Unspeakable 4166 Away 5367 7 Heaven 3498 What A Friend 4599 Wave Offering 60610 Whom Shall I Fear 42311 He Touched Me 32712 Consider Now Eternity (Vocal) 51613 In My Heart 45814 Interlude ndash 7 Heaven 10115 Away (Vocal) 52916 I Wonrsquot Let Go (Sax) 54717 Intentional 603

Discography

Phil French

Amos Davis amp The Angelic Choraleers ndash 1988 (Sweet Rain Records)Terrence Richburg ndash Rich Spirit One ndash 1994 (RichEscape Music)Yolanda Adams ndash More Than A Melody ndash 1995 (Tribute Records)William Becton amp Friends ndash Broken ndash 1995 (Intersound Records) ndash wHit ldquoBe EncouragedrdquoPatrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music ndash We Sing the Power ndash 1995 (Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music)Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music ndash You Carried Me ndash 1998 (Patrick Lundy amp The Ministers of Music)Phil French ndash Been So Good ndash 2000 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Royal Love Songs ndash 2002 (FrenchySoundz Music)Mark Walker ndash Forever Yours ndash 2003 (3 Brutha Records)Brenda Campbell ndash Praising the Lord With Brenda ndash 20032009 (Brenda Campbell Music)Phil French ndash Songs to Hymn ndash 2007 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Beyond This World ndash 2008 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash Songs for His Season ndash 2009 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French ndash The Alpha Experience ndash 2013 (FrenchySoundz Music)Phil French [featuring Terrence Richburg] ndash Everlasting ndash 2015 (RichEscape Music)

Phil French plays Saxophone (Soprano Alto Tenor amp Baritone) Flute Wind Controller and Drums

Phil is also a Producer Writer Arranger and Recording Engineer and Mixing amp Mastering Engineer

Artist Executive Producer Recording Engineer amp Mix Engineer on six of Philrsquos own CD projects Royal Love Songs Songs to Hymn Beyond This World Song for This Season and The Alpha Experience Served as Producer (In Studio Production Musical Director) Played Sax and Provided Horn Section Arrangements on Brenda Campbellrsquos CD project Praising the Lord With Brenda

Mixed songs on Artist Jermaine Mackey recording projects

Talents amp Credits

Phil FrenchCD Discography

1 Twilight 4352 Everlastinghellip 2403 Consider Now Eternity 5154 I Wonrsquot Let Go 5465 Joy Unspeakable 4166 Away 5367 7 Heaven 3498 What A Friend 4599 Wave Offering 60610 Whom Shall I Fear 42311 He Touched Me 32712 Consider Now Eternity (Vocal) 51613 In My Heart 45814 Interlude ndash 7 Heaven 10115 Away (Vocal) 52916 I Wonrsquot Let Go (Sax) 54717 Intentional 603

Phil FrenchCD Discography

1 Twilight 4352 Everlastinghellip 2403 Consider Now Eternity 5154 I Wonrsquot Let Go 5465 Joy Unspeakable 4166 Away 5367 7 Heaven 3498 What A Friend 4599 Wave Offering 60610 Whom Shall I Fear 42311 He Touched Me 32712 Consider Now Eternity (Vocal) 51613 In My Heart 45814 Interlude ndash 7 Heaven 10115 Away (Vocal) 52916 I Wonrsquot Let Go (Sax) 54717 Intentional 603

Hometown Dallas TX

Home Church The Potterrsquos House Dallas TX Bishop TD Jakes Pastor

Musical Experience Saxophonist Composer Producer Songwriter Engineer and Recording Artist

Phil French

Musical StyleGenre Contemporary Gospel GospelInspirational Jazz Smooth Jazz

Accolades Artist Played on Yolanda Adams ndash More Than A Melody (Tribute Records) ndash 1995 2nd Annual Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards ndash Best Gospel Album

Artist Played on William Becton amp Friends ndash Broken (Tyscot Records) ndash 1995 Included Billboard top-charting single ldquoBe Encouragedrdquo Stellar Award GRAMMY Award Nomination

TV Appearances BET Jazz Show with Ben Tankard (1995)

Atlanta Live ndash WATC-TV (2014 2015)

Performed with Numerous Musical Icons including Jean Carne Alex Bugnon Pieces of a Dream Norman Connors Ramsey Lewis Brian McKnight Ollie Woodson of The Temptations The Clark Sisters The Winans Fred Hammond Marvin Sapp Richard Smallwood Kim Burrell Vashawn Mitchell Najee Ben Tankard Yolanda Adams William Becton amp Friends Maurette Brown Clark John P Kee and late legends such as Grover Washington Jr Stanley Turrentine Nathan Heathman and Momentrsquos Notice and Art Porter

Released 6 CD Projects 7th CD Everlasting released 12715

Fact Sheet

Babbiersquos House ndash WATC-TV (2015)

Phil FrenchProminent Events

Charitable Events

bull Gospel Music Workshop Washington DC ndash 1990 with Amos Davisbull Evangel Church Youth Conference ndash 1994 ndash 1996bull Fathers In The Faith Leadership Conference Philadelphia PA Sponsored by Freedom World-Wide Covenant Ministry (Pastor Gilbert Coleman) ndash 2001 ndash 2002 2014bull Women Thou Art Loosed Conference (Bishop T D Jakes) ndash 2008 ndash 2011 ndash Dallas TXbull Manpower Conference (Bishop T D Jakes) ndash 2008 ndash 2011 ndash Dallas TXbull Covenant Connection Inc Leaders that Leader Holy Convocation Christian House of Prayer Kileen Texas (Bishop Nathaniel Holcomb) ndash 2009 amp 2010bull Pastors and Leadership Conference Sponsored by Higher Ground Always Abounding Assemblies Inc - 2014 ndash Washington DC

Conferences

bull Played for Mayor Marion Barryrsquos Election Celebrationbull Played for Mayor Sharon Pratt-Kellyrsquos Election Celebrationbull Congressional Black Caucus Eventsbull Reverend Jessie Jackson Birthday Celebration

Political Events

bull Played at the Juneteenth Jazz Festival in Oklahoma City OK with Jean Carne - 1995

Festival

Concerts

bull Blues Alley (many times wJean Carne)bull Blues Alley (Fatherrsquos Day Show) ndash 6162014

bull Bobby Jones Aides HIV Awareness Concert Sponsored by BET ndash 1993bull No Hungry Children Initiative Benefit Concert Sponsored by US AIR Warner Theater with Yolanda Adams ndash 1996bull Christian House of Prayer Kileen Texas Ribbon Cutting (Bishop Nathaniel Holcomb) ndash 2001bull Texas Offenders Re-entry Initiative (TORI) Sponsored by Bishop T D Jakes ndash 2012 amp 2013bull Company Support for Vice Presidential Candidate Al Gore Electoral Events

Phil FrenchMusical Equipment Endorsements

Phil French Exclusively Plays

ANTIGUA WINDS PRO-ONE Saxophones

C E WINDS Custom Mouthpieces

FIBERREED Synthetic Reeds

SILVERSTEIN Custom Ligatures

Press Release 1

Stellar Award-Nominated Label RichEscape Music Readies New CD Everlasting With Renowned

Inspirational Jazz Saxophonist Phil French

Phil French

RichEscape Musicrsquos Own Terrence Richburg Featured On New Project Scheduled To Release On January 27 2015

(Washington DC) ndash December 17 2014 ndash Saxophonist Phil French has played with the cream of the crop His resume reads like a whorsquos who of the music industry Hersquos performed with artists and musicians such as The Winans The Clark Sisters Fred Hammond Richard Smallwood Kim Burrell Yolanda Adams Ben Tankard Stanley Turrentine Grover Washington Jr Norman Connors Ramsey Lewis Najee and a slew of others A producer songwriter arranger recording artist and engineer as well French has ministered his anointed artistry nationwide for years now Recently partnering with popular producer composer instrumentalist and Gospel Jazz artist Terrence Richburg and his Stellar Award-Nominated record label RichEscape Music Phil French is putting the finishing touches on his upcoming CD EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg The CD will be available on January 27 2015

Phil French is thrilled about the new musical offering and the chance to work with his mentor He says ldquoMore than any other CD Irsquove done I loved the process of recording this album I am so used to doing the producing the recording the engineering and everything else With Terrence at the helm of production it allowed me the opportunity to be the artist What wersquove created I think is awesome In my opinion every single song is a strong onerdquo

Easily flowing musically from the sacredness of a Sunday morning church service to the jazzy atmosphere of a Blues Alley Phil French has the uncanny ability to touch a variety of audiences EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg is perfect for the Gospel music lover and the smooth jazz lover The upcoming CD is a spirited collection of largely inspirational instrumental music created to uplift the heart and soothe the soul On Everlasting all songs were penned and arranged by Richburg who steps into the role of instrumentalist and background vocalist in addition to producer Songs like the soulful and melodic ldquoIn My Heartrdquo and the captivating and groove-laden ldquoWave Offeringrdquo take the listener on a sonic and enjoyable journey Other superb cuts include the syncopated ldquoTwilightrdquo and the unforgettable ldquoConsider Now Eternityrdquo Although most songs are strictly instrumental Richburg and his wife Kathyrsquos impressive vocals are sprinkled throughout the dynamic project

Publicity Andrea R WilliamsTehillah Enterprises LLCinfotehillahprcom2402223022

Phil FrenchPress Release (continued)

Long-time friends Richburg and French felt a musical collaboration was a natural one Richburg says ldquoWorking with Phil is always a blessing because of his magnetic personality Irsquom so incredibly happy that after all the writing arranging and recordingand the hard work long days and nights and sacrifice to make this happen the real joy is in knowing that it wasnrsquot Phil or me at all It was always the strength and power of Jesus working through us and His calling of music ministry breathed into both of our lives long ago for His gloryrdquo

Terrence Richburg started RichEscape Music in 1994 with the goal of giving artists a platform to express themselves musically and vocally and most importantly spiritually In 2007 the label celebrated its first Stellar Award Nomination for the CD Awesome by Worship Leader Terrell Hunt The project netted a nomination for New Artist of the Year for the artist and label In addition Richburg and his musical partner Howard Riley Jr released their Gospel Jazz debut Ascension to critical acclaim Richburg is readying a number of other projects scheduled to drop in 2015

Phil French started playing at the age of 10 at Thomas Stone Elementary School in Mt Rainier MD As his passion for the instrument grew he honed his skills in church at Shiloh Church of God Seventh-Day in Hyattsville MD His exquisite saxophone skills are exhibited on two award-winning projects Yolanda Adamsrsquo More Than A Melody and William Becton amp Friendsrsquo Broken French is a member of the prominent mega-church The Potterrsquos House where Bishop TD Jakes is the pastor Hersquos ministered at countless conferences and events including Woman Thou Art Loosed Manpower The Pastors amp Leadership Conference and the Gospel Music Workshop of America Phil French ndash EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg is Frenchrsquos 7th CD -- a rather profound number which encourages both he and Richburg to ldquocompleterdquo even greater works in the future and thereby inspire the very lives of people everywhere through their music For more information about Phil French or Terrence Richburg log on to wwwPhilFrenchcom or wwwTerrenceRichburgcom Connect with Phil French on Facebook and Twitter (frenchysoundz1)

Phil FrenchProminent Events

Charitable Events

bull Gospel Music Workshop Washington DC ndash 1990 with Amos Davisbull Evangel Church Youth Conference ndash 1994 ndash 1996bull Fathers In The Faith Leadership Conference Philadelphia PA Sponsored by Freedom World-Wide Covenant Ministry (Pastor Gilbert Coleman) ndash 2001 ndash 2002 2014bull Women Thou Art Loosed Conference (Bishop T D Jakes) ndash 2008 ndash 2011 ndash Dallas TXbull Manpower Conference (Bishop T D Jakes) ndash 2008 ndash 2011 ndash Dallas TXbull Covenant Connection Inc Leaders that Leader Holy Convocation Christian House of Prayer Kileen Texas (Bishop Nathaniel Holcomb) ndash 2009 amp 2010bull Pastors and Leadership Conference Sponsored by Higher Ground Always Abounding Assemblies Inc - 2014 ndash Washington DC

Conferences

bull Played for Mayor Marion Barryrsquos Election Celebrationbull Played for Mayor Sharon Pratt-Kellyrsquos Election Celebrationbull Congressional Black Caucus Eventsbull Reverend Jessie Jackson Birthday Celebration

Political Events

bull Played at the Juneteenth Jazz Festival in Oklahoma City OK with Jean Carne - 1995

Festival

Concerts

bull Blues Alley (many times wJean Carne)bull Blues Alley (Fatherrsquos Day Show) ndash 6162014

bull Bobby Jones Aides HIV Awareness Concert Sponsored by BET ndash 1993bull No Hungry Children Initiative Benefit Concert Sponsored by US AIR Warner Theater with Yolanda Adams ndash 1996bull Christian House of Prayer Kileen Texas Ribbon Cutting (Bishop Nathaniel Holcomb) ndash 2001bull Texas Offenders Re-entry Initiative (TORI) Sponsored by Bishop T D Jakes ndash 2012 amp 2013bull Company Support for Vice Presidential Candidate Al Gore Electoral Events

Phil FrenchMusical Equipment Endorsements

Phil French Exclusively Plays

ANTIGUA WINDS PRO-ONE Saxophones

C E WINDS Custom Mouthpieces

FIBERREED Synthetic Reeds

SILVERSTEIN Custom Ligatures

Press Release 1

Stellar Award-Nominated Label RichEscape Music Readies New CD Everlasting With Renowned

Inspirational Jazz Saxophonist Phil French

Phil French

RichEscape Musicrsquos Own Terrence Richburg Featured On New Project Scheduled To Release On January 27 2015

(Washington DC) ndash December 17 2014 ndash Saxophonist Phil French has played with the cream of the crop His resume reads like a whorsquos who of the music industry Hersquos performed with artists and musicians such as The Winans The Clark Sisters Fred Hammond Richard Smallwood Kim Burrell Yolanda Adams Ben Tankard Stanley Turrentine Grover Washington Jr Norman Connors Ramsey Lewis Najee and a slew of others A producer songwriter arranger recording artist and engineer as well French has ministered his anointed artistry nationwide for years now Recently partnering with popular producer composer instrumentalist and Gospel Jazz artist Terrence Richburg and his Stellar Award-Nominated record label RichEscape Music Phil French is putting the finishing touches on his upcoming CD EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg The CD will be available on January 27 2015

Phil French is thrilled about the new musical offering and the chance to work with his mentor He says ldquoMore than any other CD Irsquove done I loved the process of recording this album I am so used to doing the producing the recording the engineering and everything else With Terrence at the helm of production it allowed me the opportunity to be the artist What wersquove created I think is awesome In my opinion every single song is a strong onerdquo

Easily flowing musically from the sacredness of a Sunday morning church service to the jazzy atmosphere of a Blues Alley Phil French has the uncanny ability to touch a variety of audiences EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg is perfect for the Gospel music lover and the smooth jazz lover The upcoming CD is a spirited collection of largely inspirational instrumental music created to uplift the heart and soothe the soul On Everlasting all songs were penned and arranged by Richburg who steps into the role of instrumentalist and background vocalist in addition to producer Songs like the soulful and melodic ldquoIn My Heartrdquo and the captivating and groove-laden ldquoWave Offeringrdquo take the listener on a sonic and enjoyable journey Other superb cuts include the syncopated ldquoTwilightrdquo and the unforgettable ldquoConsider Now Eternityrdquo Although most songs are strictly instrumental Richburg and his wife Kathyrsquos impressive vocals are sprinkled throughout the dynamic project

Publicity Andrea R WilliamsTehillah Enterprises LLCinfotehillahprcom2402223022

Phil FrenchPress Release (continued)

Long-time friends Richburg and French felt a musical collaboration was a natural one Richburg says ldquoWorking with Phil is always a blessing because of his magnetic personality Irsquom so incredibly happy that after all the writing arranging and recordingand the hard work long days and nights and sacrifice to make this happen the real joy is in knowing that it wasnrsquot Phil or me at all It was always the strength and power of Jesus working through us and His calling of music ministry breathed into both of our lives long ago for His gloryrdquo

Terrence Richburg started RichEscape Music in 1994 with the goal of giving artists a platform to express themselves musically and vocally and most importantly spiritually In 2007 the label celebrated its first Stellar Award Nomination for the CD Awesome by Worship Leader Terrell Hunt The project netted a nomination for New Artist of the Year for the artist and label In addition Richburg and his musical partner Howard Riley Jr released their Gospel Jazz debut Ascension to critical acclaim Richburg is readying a number of other projects scheduled to drop in 2015

Phil French started playing at the age of 10 at Thomas Stone Elementary School in Mt Rainier MD As his passion for the instrument grew he honed his skills in church at Shiloh Church of God Seventh-Day in Hyattsville MD His exquisite saxophone skills are exhibited on two award-winning projects Yolanda Adamsrsquo More Than A Melody and William Becton amp Friendsrsquo Broken French is a member of the prominent mega-church The Potterrsquos House where Bishop TD Jakes is the pastor Hersquos ministered at countless conferences and events including Woman Thou Art Loosed Manpower The Pastors amp Leadership Conference and the Gospel Music Workshop of America Phil French ndash EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg is Frenchrsquos 7th CD -- a rather profound number which encourages both he and Richburg to ldquocompleterdquo even greater works in the future and thereby inspire the very lives of people everywhere through their music For more information about Phil French or Terrence Richburg log on to wwwPhilFrenchcom or wwwTerrenceRichburgcom Connect with Phil French on Facebook and Twitter (frenchysoundz1)

Phil FrenchMusical Equipment Endorsements

Phil French Exclusively Plays

ANTIGUA WINDS PRO-ONE Saxophones

C E WINDS Custom Mouthpieces

FIBERREED Synthetic Reeds

SILVERSTEIN Custom Ligatures

Press Release 1

Stellar Award-Nominated Label RichEscape Music Readies New CD Everlasting With Renowned

Inspirational Jazz Saxophonist Phil French

Phil French

RichEscape Musicrsquos Own Terrence Richburg Featured On New Project Scheduled To Release On January 27 2015

(Washington DC) ndash December 17 2014 ndash Saxophonist Phil French has played with the cream of the crop His resume reads like a whorsquos who of the music industry Hersquos performed with artists and musicians such as The Winans The Clark Sisters Fred Hammond Richard Smallwood Kim Burrell Yolanda Adams Ben Tankard Stanley Turrentine Grover Washington Jr Norman Connors Ramsey Lewis Najee and a slew of others A producer songwriter arranger recording artist and engineer as well French has ministered his anointed artistry nationwide for years now Recently partnering with popular producer composer instrumentalist and Gospel Jazz artist Terrence Richburg and his Stellar Award-Nominated record label RichEscape Music Phil French is putting the finishing touches on his upcoming CD EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg The CD will be available on January 27 2015

Phil French is thrilled about the new musical offering and the chance to work with his mentor He says ldquoMore than any other CD Irsquove done I loved the process of recording this album I am so used to doing the producing the recording the engineering and everything else With Terrence at the helm of production it allowed me the opportunity to be the artist What wersquove created I think is awesome In my opinion every single song is a strong onerdquo

Easily flowing musically from the sacredness of a Sunday morning church service to the jazzy atmosphere of a Blues Alley Phil French has the uncanny ability to touch a variety of audiences EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg is perfect for the Gospel music lover and the smooth jazz lover The upcoming CD is a spirited collection of largely inspirational instrumental music created to uplift the heart and soothe the soul On Everlasting all songs were penned and arranged by Richburg who steps into the role of instrumentalist and background vocalist in addition to producer Songs like the soulful and melodic ldquoIn My Heartrdquo and the captivating and groove-laden ldquoWave Offeringrdquo take the listener on a sonic and enjoyable journey Other superb cuts include the syncopated ldquoTwilightrdquo and the unforgettable ldquoConsider Now Eternityrdquo Although most songs are strictly instrumental Richburg and his wife Kathyrsquos impressive vocals are sprinkled throughout the dynamic project

Publicity Andrea R WilliamsTehillah Enterprises LLCinfotehillahprcom2402223022

Phil FrenchPress Release (continued)

Long-time friends Richburg and French felt a musical collaboration was a natural one Richburg says ldquoWorking with Phil is always a blessing because of his magnetic personality Irsquom so incredibly happy that after all the writing arranging and recordingand the hard work long days and nights and sacrifice to make this happen the real joy is in knowing that it wasnrsquot Phil or me at all It was always the strength and power of Jesus working through us and His calling of music ministry breathed into both of our lives long ago for His gloryrdquo

Terrence Richburg started RichEscape Music in 1994 with the goal of giving artists a platform to express themselves musically and vocally and most importantly spiritually In 2007 the label celebrated its first Stellar Award Nomination for the CD Awesome by Worship Leader Terrell Hunt The project netted a nomination for New Artist of the Year for the artist and label In addition Richburg and his musical partner Howard Riley Jr released their Gospel Jazz debut Ascension to critical acclaim Richburg is readying a number of other projects scheduled to drop in 2015

Phil French started playing at the age of 10 at Thomas Stone Elementary School in Mt Rainier MD As his passion for the instrument grew he honed his skills in church at Shiloh Church of God Seventh-Day in Hyattsville MD His exquisite saxophone skills are exhibited on two award-winning projects Yolanda Adamsrsquo More Than A Melody and William Becton amp Friendsrsquo Broken French is a member of the prominent mega-church The Potterrsquos House where Bishop TD Jakes is the pastor Hersquos ministered at countless conferences and events including Woman Thou Art Loosed Manpower The Pastors amp Leadership Conference and the Gospel Music Workshop of America Phil French ndash EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg is Frenchrsquos 7th CD -- a rather profound number which encourages both he and Richburg to ldquocompleterdquo even greater works in the future and thereby inspire the very lives of people everywhere through their music For more information about Phil French or Terrence Richburg log on to wwwPhilFrenchcom or wwwTerrenceRichburgcom Connect with Phil French on Facebook and Twitter (frenchysoundz1)

Press Release 1

Stellar Award-Nominated Label RichEscape Music Readies New CD Everlasting With Renowned

Inspirational Jazz Saxophonist Phil French

Phil French

RichEscape Musicrsquos Own Terrence Richburg Featured On New Project Scheduled To Release On January 27 2015

(Washington DC) ndash December 17 2014 ndash Saxophonist Phil French has played with the cream of the crop His resume reads like a whorsquos who of the music industry Hersquos performed with artists and musicians such as The Winans The Clark Sisters Fred Hammond Richard Smallwood Kim Burrell Yolanda Adams Ben Tankard Stanley Turrentine Grover Washington Jr Norman Connors Ramsey Lewis Najee and a slew of others A producer songwriter arranger recording artist and engineer as well French has ministered his anointed artistry nationwide for years now Recently partnering with popular producer composer instrumentalist and Gospel Jazz artist Terrence Richburg and his Stellar Award-Nominated record label RichEscape Music Phil French is putting the finishing touches on his upcoming CD EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg The CD will be available on January 27 2015

Phil French is thrilled about the new musical offering and the chance to work with his mentor He says ldquoMore than any other CD Irsquove done I loved the process of recording this album I am so used to doing the producing the recording the engineering and everything else With Terrence at the helm of production it allowed me the opportunity to be the artist What wersquove created I think is awesome In my opinion every single song is a strong onerdquo

Easily flowing musically from the sacredness of a Sunday morning church service to the jazzy atmosphere of a Blues Alley Phil French has the uncanny ability to touch a variety of audiences EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg is perfect for the Gospel music lover and the smooth jazz lover The upcoming CD is a spirited collection of largely inspirational instrumental music created to uplift the heart and soothe the soul On Everlasting all songs were penned and arranged by Richburg who steps into the role of instrumentalist and background vocalist in addition to producer Songs like the soulful and melodic ldquoIn My Heartrdquo and the captivating and groove-laden ldquoWave Offeringrdquo take the listener on a sonic and enjoyable journey Other superb cuts include the syncopated ldquoTwilightrdquo and the unforgettable ldquoConsider Now Eternityrdquo Although most songs are strictly instrumental Richburg and his wife Kathyrsquos impressive vocals are sprinkled throughout the dynamic project

Publicity Andrea R WilliamsTehillah Enterprises LLCinfotehillahprcom2402223022

Phil FrenchPress Release (continued)

Long-time friends Richburg and French felt a musical collaboration was a natural one Richburg says ldquoWorking with Phil is always a blessing because of his magnetic personality Irsquom so incredibly happy that after all the writing arranging and recordingand the hard work long days and nights and sacrifice to make this happen the real joy is in knowing that it wasnrsquot Phil or me at all It was always the strength and power of Jesus working through us and His calling of music ministry breathed into both of our lives long ago for His gloryrdquo

Terrence Richburg started RichEscape Music in 1994 with the goal of giving artists a platform to express themselves musically and vocally and most importantly spiritually In 2007 the label celebrated its first Stellar Award Nomination for the CD Awesome by Worship Leader Terrell Hunt The project netted a nomination for New Artist of the Year for the artist and label In addition Richburg and his musical partner Howard Riley Jr released their Gospel Jazz debut Ascension to critical acclaim Richburg is readying a number of other projects scheduled to drop in 2015

Phil French started playing at the age of 10 at Thomas Stone Elementary School in Mt Rainier MD As his passion for the instrument grew he honed his skills in church at Shiloh Church of God Seventh-Day in Hyattsville MD His exquisite saxophone skills are exhibited on two award-winning projects Yolanda Adamsrsquo More Than A Melody and William Becton amp Friendsrsquo Broken French is a member of the prominent mega-church The Potterrsquos House where Bishop TD Jakes is the pastor Hersquos ministered at countless conferences and events including Woman Thou Art Loosed Manpower The Pastors amp Leadership Conference and the Gospel Music Workshop of America Phil French ndash EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg is Frenchrsquos 7th CD -- a rather profound number which encourages both he and Richburg to ldquocompleterdquo even greater works in the future and thereby inspire the very lives of people everywhere through their music For more information about Phil French or Terrence Richburg log on to wwwPhilFrenchcom or wwwTerrenceRichburgcom Connect with Phil French on Facebook and Twitter (frenchysoundz1)

Publicity Andrea R WilliamsTehillah Enterprises LLCinfotehillahprcom2402223022

Phil FrenchPress Release (continued)

Long-time friends Richburg and French felt a musical collaboration was a natural one Richburg says ldquoWorking with Phil is always a blessing because of his magnetic personality Irsquom so incredibly happy that after all the writing arranging and recordingand the hard work long days and nights and sacrifice to make this happen the real joy is in knowing that it wasnrsquot Phil or me at all It was always the strength and power of Jesus working through us and His calling of music ministry breathed into both of our lives long ago for His gloryrdquo

Terrence Richburg started RichEscape Music in 1994 with the goal of giving artists a platform to express themselves musically and vocally and most importantly spiritually In 2007 the label celebrated its first Stellar Award Nomination for the CD Awesome by Worship Leader Terrell Hunt The project netted a nomination for New Artist of the Year for the artist and label In addition Richburg and his musical partner Howard Riley Jr released their Gospel Jazz debut Ascension to critical acclaim Richburg is readying a number of other projects scheduled to drop in 2015

Phil French started playing at the age of 10 at Thomas Stone Elementary School in Mt Rainier MD As his passion for the instrument grew he honed his skills in church at Shiloh Church of God Seventh-Day in Hyattsville MD His exquisite saxophone skills are exhibited on two award-winning projects Yolanda Adamsrsquo More Than A Melody and William Becton amp Friendsrsquo Broken French is a member of the prominent mega-church The Potterrsquos House where Bishop TD Jakes is the pastor Hersquos ministered at countless conferences and events including Woman Thou Art Loosed Manpower The Pastors amp Leadership Conference and the Gospel Music Workshop of America Phil French ndash EverlastinghellipFeaturing Terrence Richburg is Frenchrsquos 7th CD -- a rather profound number which encourages both he and Richburg to ldquocompleterdquo even greater works in the future and thereby inspire the very lives of people everywhere through their music For more information about Phil French or Terrence Richburg log on to wwwPhilFrenchcom or wwwTerrenceRichburgcom Connect with Phil French on Facebook and Twitter (frenchysoundz1)

Phil FrenchPress Release 2

Popular Inspirational Jazz SaxophonistPHIL FRENCH Releases Brand New CD

Everlasting Featuring Terrence RichburgRichEscape Music Release Receives Endorsements

From Jazz Icons Ben Tankard Jean Carne And Norman Connors(Washington DC) ndash January 30 2015 - Jazz Saxophonist Phil French has been a favorite among Gospel Jazz and Smooth Jazz lovers for years now His soothing yet uplifting musical style has been touching the hearts and ears of music aficionados since his debut CD in 2000 Known for working with the finest in Gospel and Jazz and providing unforgettable live performances French has been honing his chops for decades now Now French drops his 7th CD and his first with RichEscape Music entitled Everlasting Featuring Terrence Richburg The new project is now available on iTunes CDBaby and on RichEscapeMusiccom Fans can sample all the album selections and get a taste for the flavor of Everlasting on the labelrsquos Sound Cloud page The CD features tracks penned by the CEO of RichEscape Music Gospel Jazz artist composer arranger engineer and instrumentalist Terrence Richburg Long-time friends and musical cohorts French and Richburg collaborated for their first-ever full project French was excited to once again work with Richburg ldquoI am so used to being the songwriter and producer and having to do all the recording the engineering and everything else to complete the projectrdquo says French ldquoBut this time with Terrence at the helm it was nice to focus solely on my performance as the artist I think Everlasting Featuring Terrence Richburg contains many magical and inspired moments I have been hearing nothing but great things about the songsrdquo

Industry notables have been raving about the project

ldquoPhil French is a lsquomonsterrsquo talent While I love ALL of his previous CD releases I am most excited about Everlasting What an anointed collection that will warm the hearts of every listenerrdquo- Ben Tankard Multiple award-winning artist and Gospel Jazz Pioneer

ldquoNot often am I privileged to witness a Prodigious Talent evolve into a Seasoned Virtuoso Phil French has afforded me that experience I recall with fondness and pride Philrsquos dedicated and energetic efforts to hone his craft and take his place as a World-Class Saxophonist Everlasting his latest Gift to us lifts our Spirits and takes us to an Anointed Musical Strata where the Harmonious and the Divine co-exist Join me in receiving a Musical Blessing from Maestro Phil Frenchrdquo- Jean Carne World-Renowned JazzPop Vocalist amp Recording Artist

Phil French

ldquoI like lsquoTwilightrsquo which I can hear as a single in the Smooth Jazz format Also ldquoI Wonrsquot Let Gordquo is a very beautiful ballad with a tasteful solo I give the songs 5 stars out of fiverdquo- Norman Connors JazzRampB Chart-Topping Recording Artist Musician Producer Composer amp Arranger

ldquoOften within a saturated market of talent someone emerges and his or her refreshing sound tickles the ear Phil French meets that challenge as he emerges with the smooth sound of his soprano sax on the easy listening tune ldquoI Wonrsquot Let Gordquo and the fearless approach to odd rhythmic meter which is demonstrated in the syncopated groove found in ldquoTwilightrdquo both produced by the masterful Terrence Richburg If you enjoy listening to instrumental jazz music this offering by Phil French will fit nicely into your playlistrdquo- Steven Ford Multiple Award-Winning Producer Songwriter amp Instrumentalist

The 17-track CD is a Jazz loverrsquos dream Cuts like the melodic ldquoConsider Now Eternityrdquo and the upbeat rhythms of ldquoTwilightrdquo warm the heart and spirit The relaxing grooves and vocals on ldquoI Wonrsquot Let Gordquo and the boldness of ldquoIntentionalrdquo span the musical gamut of emotions Other amazing cuts include the soothing ldquoIn My Heartrdquo the faith-filled ldquoWhom Shall I Fearrdquo the familiar tastefully arranged ldquoHe Touched Merdquo and the jam-packed ldquoWhat A Friendrdquo Produced by Richburg fans have been having a tough time choosing just one favorite on Everlasting

Blessed with an ability to play in front of Jazz audiences and Gospel congregants alike Phil French can easily flow musically from the jazzy ambiance of a Blues Alley to the sacred setting of a Sunday morning service His resumersquo flaunts playing with the greats of both worlds Hersquos performed with artists and musicians such as Stanley Turrentine Grover Washington Jr Norman Connors Alex Bugnon Pieces of a Dream Nathan Heathman Ramsey Lewis Najee Kim Burrell Marvin Sapp The Winans The Clark

Press Release (continued)

In addition to Philrsquos upcoming television appearance on Atlanta Live he will be appearing on TBN TCT and Babbiersquos House For more information about Phil French or Terrence Richburg log on to wwwPhilFrenchcom or wwwTerrenceRichburgcom Connect with Phil French on Facebook and Twitter (frenchysoundz1)

PublicityAndrea R WilliamsTehillah Enterprises LLCinfotehillahprcom2402223022

Phil FrenchPress Coverage

Conversations Live with Cyrus Webb

Atlanta Live - WATC-TV

Babbiersquos House - WATC-TV

UGospelcom

UrbanMusicScenecom

WTJZ Radio

Fullness of God Radio Broadcast

ThePraiseHousecom

WDFU Radio - Jazzations with Tony Smith

KBMS Radio

SoulTrackscom

KDAYLivecom

The Belle Report

Contact Information For Phil French

Phil French

Record Label RichEscape Music LLC PO Box 90388 Washington DC 20090 richescapemusicearthlinknet 2022100314

PublicityPress Tehillah Enterprises LLC PO Box 1855 Waldorf MD 20604 infotehillahprcom

Management amp Praize EntertainmentBooking praizemusicyahoocom 5743602467

2402223022