Kevin Toney
Kevin Toney
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Kevin Toney is a renowned American jazz pianist and composer known by his stage name, Kevin Toney.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on March 20, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan. As of my knowledge cutoff, there is no information available on Kevin Toney's passing.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American jazz pianist and composer.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in a musical family in Detroit, Michigan, Kevin Toney was exposed to music from an early age. His father, a jazz drummer, would often take him to concerts and gigs around the city. This exposure sparked Toney's interest in music, leading him to begin playing piano at the age of five. As he grew older, his passion for music only intensified, and he began taking formal lessons in classical music.
Toney's early life was marked by a strong connection to his African American heritage. His parents were both deeply rooted in their community, and they instilled in Toney a sense of social responsibility. This upbringing would later influence Toney's music, which often explored themes of black identity and experience.
Major Accomplishments
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Toney's impressive career spans over four decades, during which he has released numerous critically acclaimed albums. His debut album, "Soul Power", was released in 1975 to critical acclaim. This record showcased Toney's unique blend of jazz, funk, and soul music.
Throughout his career, Toney has worked with a range of prominent artists, including jazz legend Roy Ayers and singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder. He has also performed alongside some of the biggest names in the industry, such as Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter.
In addition to his work as a performer, Toney is also recognized for his contributions to music education. He has taught at several institutions, including Berklee College of Music and the University of Michigan.
Notable Works or Actions
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Toney's most notable works include:
"Soul Power" (1975): His debut album, which showcased his unique blend of jazz, funk, and soul music.
"In the Red" (1981): A critically acclaimed album that explored themes of black identity and experience.
* "Toney's Mood" (1994): An album that demonstrated Toney's continued growth as a composer and performer.
Impact and Legacy
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Kevin Toney's impact on the jazz scene cannot be overstated. His unique blend of musical styles has inspired generations of musicians, and his commitment to music education has helped pave the way for countless young artists. As a master pianist and composer, Toney continues to leave an indelible mark on the world of jazz.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Kevin Toney's legacy is built on his tireless dedication to his craft, as well as his unwavering commitment to social justice. His music serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving African American cultural heritage. Through his performances and compositions, Toney continues to inspire and educate audiences around the world.
Quotes by Kevin Toney
The final point margin was not indicative of the game. It was a much closer game than that. All it takes is a couple of those threes to drop that's worth more than six points to them because then everybody from Benton also gets into a rhythm and we start to question a little bit and as we get out and extend on those shooters, they're likely to drive and draw a defender to foul and it makes for much more complex defensive decisions that you have to make.
Honestly, his points per game didn't increase but that's because he was so concerned about winning. He was very unselfish. Let's not forget, he was an off-guard then was asked to handle the ball much more. That's why his assists increased and his post entry passes increased. He was willing to make the pass or set the screen. Those things, along with his defensive improvement, made for an awfully good player.
They will push the ball nearly every time down the floor. They will push on a make or a miss. When we miss they have a better chance of getting into their fast break. Defensively, we will have to communicate because sometimes we won't be guarding our assigned man.
They have played with some Indiana schools that would be in the South Seven in southern Illinois in terms of size. Their record is deceiving.
It's not as if we didn't know Welch could shoot. Every time we made a run, our defense would let down.
Someone told me that after we lost in the sectional final, Isiah was in the weight room for two hours. He might have been letting off some frustration or getting ready for next season. Hopefully, he'll use this season in a positive way. What impressed me about Isiah was the way he came to practice everyday. He took that from the seniors. He's taken their work ethic and learned that from them already.
It was very important and we did talk about it. We knew it was important, but I didn't want to put excessive pressure on the kids so they were passive on offense.
When people see a 6-foot 4 or 6-foot 5 player hit a three-pointer or dunk they think they see a great player. Isiah will become a great player if he continues to lift weights and work in the off-season and do the things he needs to do. He's certainly not a finished product. He is just a sophomore and makes mistakes but he can hurt opposing teams in a variety of ways.
We picked up some quick fouls in the third and put them in the bonus very early in the second half. But, I thought the kids there at the end of the game played very hard and put on a show. They played very well.