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Davell Crawford Davell (* 1975 in New Orleans, LA) is a pianist, organist, vocalist, composer and arranger. As a child, Davell attended both Baptist and the Catholic churches. He watched the pipe organist so attentively that when he first sat in front of the impressive instrument he already knew the function of the stops and pedals. The organ at his church was the first he ever played and throughout his life he has continued to man the organ in both church and club settings.   At age seven, Davell made his first public appearance outside of New Orleans' famous coffee stand, Café du Monde. Backed by quintets, big bands and on occasion orchestras, he has also paid tribute to Ray Charles at several outstanding shows around the world. At just 10 years old, Davell made an impression on the New Orleans gospel community by taking on the position of accompanist to the St. Peter Claver Catholic Church choir. By the time he was 11, his talents were utilized by the St. Joseph Baptist Church where he became the youth choir director, pianist and organist to the sanctuary and men's choruses.   Since then Davell has traveled the world conducting choral workshops and making appearances in gospel music. Throughout his career he has also lead a host of award winning gospel ensembles. He chose the "crème de la crème" of New Orleans gospel vocalists to form The Davell Crawford Singers.   from www.basinstreetrecords.com

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