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Caption : I have many MJ stories I’m saving. But, I will share this one on what would’ve been MJ’s 65th birthday.🎉🕊⠀ ⠀ As we were working on the set list early on in the process of the show, MJ expressed to me that he wanted to do a medley of Jackson 5 hits. ⠀ ⠀ I personally am not really a fan of medleys. They always feel lacking in some way. For this reason, I have a way in which I like to arrange medleys so the audience feels like it’s getting a reasonable portion of the songs they love! And, the artist can feel good about representing the songs that made them famous. ⠀ ⠀ I asked MJ if I could do my own version of the songs he wanted in the show. And, I explained my medley philosophy. ⠀ ⠀ He said “go for it! But, I only have one request.” I asked him what it was. He said (with a grin), “please bring those keys down for me. I’m not 10 anymore.” I said, of course. You’ve got it! ⠀ ⠀ As I was working on the medley, I took a moment to realize what had just happened. This man had been a superstar so long, I was arranging hit songs he sang as a boy! And, he sang them as if he were the age he was in that present moment. (50) If you listen to his performance on ‘who’s Lovin’ you?’, he was only 10 when he recorded that. But, you believe every word! Crazy! ⠀ ⠀ As a music director for more than a few mega-stars , I’ve been able to watch up close and personal how so many great icons work. I’ve learned a lot of valuable things! The word genius is lofted around a lot. It doesn’t always apply. ⠀ ⠀ In MJ’s case, he wasn’t just a genius because of his extraordinary gifts and talents from birth! Although that’s certainly true! MJ was a genius because, it was his intent! Everything he did was from the mindset of greatness. Everything we talked about. Everything we created. He always asked, “can this be better!” ⠀ ⠀ That is one of many lessons I learned from MJ. So on this day, I hope this story inspires younger artists to above all else, pursue excellence! Because in the end, it’s truly the only way to achieve greatness. He asked me once, “do you know how you love forever?” I said how Mj? He said, “through your art!”⠀ ⠀ In regards to him, He was right! M~ #MJForever⠀Likes : 6469

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Caption : The things I remember most about my time with MJ over the years, are the things the cameras didn’t catch! ⠀ ⠀ One day, early on in the process, MJ and I were in a room trying to get a set list together. It was MJ, me, and his youngest son. ⠀ ⠀ BTW: MJ’s thought process on crafting a show was quite interesting and brilliant! (that’s a longer story for another time)⠀ ⠀ Somehow, (and I don’t remember how actually) he and I got into a conversation about grits! Lol 😆 I was like, “what you know about grits MJ?” He said, “Please! What YOU know about grits!?” And, off we go into this long tangent on grits! ⠀ ⠀ Somewhere in the middle of it, his son asked, “what’s grits?” ⠀ ⠀ MJ and I looked at each other and just started laughing! As if to say, how did we even get here?! We’re supposed to be working. ☺️⠀ ⠀ Those are the real life moments! Grateful!🙌🏾 ⠀ HBD🎉🙏🏾🕊 MJ! You are loved, missed, and still influencing a generation! M~ #michaeljackson #birthday #kingofpop #legend #icon #thegreatest #spreadlove ⠀ ⠀Likes : 6023

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Caption : Listen! There are some artists you work with, and, there are some artists you create magic with!⠀ ⠀ The chemistry I share with this one is literally magical!⠀ ⠀ We are so excited and honored to be back at the Park MGM continuing our Jazz & Piano residency!⠀ ⠀ We Love this music! We hope you enjoy what we’ve all prepared for you. ⠀ ⠀ As mama says, we’re just here to make the audience smile! ☺️ M~ #OPENINGNIGHT #ladygaga #parkmgm #jazzandpiano #vegas #spreadlove @parkmgm @ladygagaLikes : 5960

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Caption : Just finding out about my friend Michael K. . I don’t even have the words!⠀ ⠀ He literally just texted me a few weeks ago to let me know he was going to be in LA for awhile. ⠀ ⠀ I’ve met many people in the business over my long career. Not all had the kindness, the grace, the dignity, the reverence, compassion and empathy for the community and people that Michael had!⠀ ⠀ And, talent! Undeniable!! He had that in every way imaginable! I, like many, was a huge fan of The Wire’ and Michael was a big reason why. ⠀ ⠀ When I first met him, I was so honored to do so. And, I told him I was. He said to me, “Man, I’m such a big Fan of what you do!” And, then proceeded to run down my list of credits! 🤯 I was amazed he even know who I was. We became good friends after that. ⠀ ⠀ I’m just devastated! 😥 Literally gut punched! The unexpectedness of it all. 💔⠀ ⠀ I lost a friend. The world lost a talented warrior for justice, hope, peace and the uplift of humanity! We were all better to have lived on earth while Michael was here. I don’t even know what else to say. 😞 Rest well King 👑 You are loved! M~ #michaelkwilliams ⠀Likes : 5102

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Caption : Just finding out about my friend Michael K. . I don’t even have the words!⠀ ⠀ He literally just texted me a few weeks ago to let me know he was going to be in LA for awhile. ⠀ ⠀ I’ve met many people in the business over my long career. Not all had the kindness, the grace, the dignity, the reverence, compassion and empathy for the community and people that Michael had!⠀ ⠀ And, talent! Undeniable!! He had that in every way imaginable! I, like many, was a huge fan of The Wire’ and Michael was a big reason why. ⠀ ⠀ When I first met him, I was so honored to do so. And, I told him I was. He said to me, “Man, I’m such a big Fan of what you do!” And, then proceeded to run down my list of credits! 🤯 I was amazed he even know who I was. We became good friends after that. ⠀ ⠀ I’m just devastated! 😥 Literally gut punched! The unexpectedness of it all. 💔⠀ ⠀ I lost a friend. The world lost a talented warrior for justice, hope, peace and the uplift of humanity! We were all better to have lived on earth while Michael was here. I don’t even know what else to say. 😞 Rest well King 👑 You are loved! M~ #michaelkwilliams ⠀Likes : 5102

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Caption : HBD🎉 #Madonna. It’s rare I speak on my many years with her. (no real reason. I just rarely do) Before I lead MJ or J Lo or D’Angelo or Gaga and many others, there was this woman! ⠀ ⠀ I Learned a lot as her music director over the many years we created together. Grateful! Her work ethic was incredible! Too many memories to post here. Oh the stories I could tell. . Enjoy your born day Madonna Louise Veronica Ciccone! (I always used to like to use all her given names. ☺️) ⠀ ⠀ (Side note: so many of the artists I worked with were born in August. Madonna, Whitney, Jennifer Lopez, MJ. Not sure what that means with my attraction but, it’s an interesting coincidence) ⠀ ⠀ M~ #icon #MyBlessedLife #madonna #music #icon #musicdirector #poplife #tellyourstoryLikes : 3767

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Caption : Moved many souls, over many years with this one! HBD🎉 baby girl! M~ #ladygaga #birthday #ariesseason @ladygagaLikes : 3363

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Caption : If you’ve followed me for a while you may know that Michelle Robinson (now Obama) and I have been longtime friends. Still to this day! ⠀ ⠀ She introduced me to her then fiancé, Barack. I was asked to play at their wedding by a mutual friend but wasn’t able to get free of my tour commitments at that time. ⠀ ⠀ Fast forward, I’m on the steps of the Lincoln memorial hugging B after the inauguration concert we did for him, as he became the first black president of the United States! (My life is a movie! ☺️ Blessed indeed.🙌🏾)⠀ ⠀ HBD🎉🎉 B! (@barackobama) And, many more!⠀ #44 #president #birthday #barackobama #chitown (this photo at Joe Biden’s inauguration 2021 has a back story I may share at a later date. Meesh initiated this. ☺️)Likes : 3133

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Caption : If you’ve followed me for a while you may know that Michelle Robinson (now Obama) and I have been longtime friends. Still to this day! ⠀ ⠀ She introduced me to her then fiancé, Barack. I was asked to play at their wedding by a mutual friend but wasn’t able to get free of my tour commitments at that time. ⠀ ⠀ Fast forward, I’m on the steps of the Lincoln memorial hugging B after the inauguration concert we did for him, as he became the first black president of the United States! (My life is a movie! ☺️ Blessed indeed.🙌🏾)⠀ ⠀ HBD🎉🎉 B! (@barackobama) And, many more!⠀ #44 #president #birthday #barackobama #chitown (this photo at Joe Biden’s inauguration 2021 has a back story I may share at a later date. Meesh initiated this. ☺️)Likes : 3133

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Caption : If you’ve followed me for a while you may know that Michelle Robinson (now Obama) and I have been longtime friends. Still to this day! ⠀ ⠀ She introduced me to her then fiancé, Barack. I was asked to play at their wedding by a mutual friend but wasn’t able to get free of my tour commitments at that time. ⠀ ⠀ Fast forward, I’m on the steps of the Lincoln memorial hugging B after the inauguration concert we did for him, as he became the first black president of the United States! (My life is a movie! ☺️ Blessed indeed.🙌🏾)⠀ ⠀ HBD🎉🎉 B! (@barackobama) And, many more!⠀ #44 #president #birthday #barackobama #chitown (this photo at Joe Biden’s inauguration 2021 has a back story I may share at a later date. Meesh initiated this. ☺️)Likes : 3133

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Caption : We’re exposed to a lot of negativity on social media! ⠀ ⠀ However, there are some gems to be found! For whoever needs to see, hear, be reminded of this today! ⠀ ⠀ Feel free to share. . 🙌🏾 M~ #wednesdaywisdom #selflove #mentalhealthawareness #spreadloveLikes : 3091

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Caption : We’re exposed to a lot of negativity on social media! ⠀ ⠀ However, there are some gems to be found! For whoever needs to see, hear, be reminded of this today! ⠀ ⠀ Feel free to share. . 🙌🏾 M~ #wednesdaywisdom #selflove #mentalhealthawareness #spreadloveLikes : 3091

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Caption : We’re exposed to a lot of negativity on social media! ⠀ ⠀ However, there are some gems to be found! For whoever needs to see, hear, be reminded of this today! ⠀ ⠀ Feel free to share. . 🙌🏾 M~ #wednesdaywisdom #selflove #mentalhealthawareness #spreadloveLikes : 3091

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Caption : We’re exposed to a lot of negativity on social media! ⠀ ⠀ However, there are some gems to be found! For whoever needs to see, hear, be reminded of this today! ⠀ ⠀ Feel free to share. . 🙌🏾 M~ #wednesdaywisdom #selflove #mentalhealthawareness #spreadloveLikes : 3091

3.1K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : We’re exposed to a lot of negativity on social media! ⠀ ⠀ However, there are some gems to be found! For whoever needs to see, hear, be reminded of this today! ⠀ ⠀ Feel free to share. . 🙌🏾 M~ #wednesdaywisdom #selflove #mentalhealthawareness #spreadloveLikes : 3091

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Caption : We’re exposed to a lot of negativity on social media! ⠀ ⠀ However, there are some gems to be found! For whoever needs to see, hear, be reminded of this today! ⠀ ⠀ Feel free to share. . 🙌🏾 M~ #wednesdaywisdom #selflove #mentalhealthawareness #spreadloveLikes : 3091

3.1K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : We’re exposed to a lot of negativity on social media! ⠀ ⠀ However, there are some gems to be found! For whoever needs to see, hear, be reminded of this today! ⠀ ⠀ Feel free to share. . 🙌🏾 M~ #wednesdaywisdom #selflove #mentalhealthawareness #spreadloveLikes : 3091

3.1K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : We’re exposed to a lot of negativity on social media! ⠀ ⠀ However, there are some gems to be found! For whoever needs to see, hear, be reminded of this today! ⠀ ⠀ Feel free to share. . 🙌🏾 M~ #wednesdaywisdom #selflove #mentalhealthawareness #spreadloveLikes : 3091

3.1K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : We’re exposed to a lot of negativity on social media! ⠀ ⠀ However, there are some gems to be found! For whoever needs to see, hear, be reminded of this today! ⠀ ⠀ Feel free to share. . 🙌🏾 M~ #wednesdaywisdom #selflove #mentalhealthawareness #spreadloveLikes : 3091

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Caption : We’re exposed to a lot of negativity on social media! ⠀ ⠀ However, there are some gems to be found! For whoever needs to see, hear, be reminded of this today! ⠀ ⠀ Feel free to share. . 🙌🏾 M~ #wednesdaywisdom #selflove #mentalhealthawareness #spreadloveLikes : 3091

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Caption : I was going to post another photo of me and MJ today (I’ve posted this one before) but, something I heard @realchriswebber say amidst the @nba boycott resonated with me. He said, you can’t be it until you see it! ⠀ As a young black boy growing up on the south side of Chicago, it was important for me to see someone that looked like me doing what I aspired to do. Image matters so much! ⠀ There’s no possible way I could’ve known I’d grow up to work with one who inspired me. How could I?⠀ I do know that I can help inspire others who look like me, to rise into their own greatness! ⠀ I miss MJ! Just the convos alone were deep. But, I’m also grateful for the time I did have with him while he was here on this plane. He was an inspiration to many. And,still inspiring. ⠀ HBD🎉 dude. You are loved! 🕊 M~ #birthday #michaeljackson #kingofpop #goat #icon #legend #spreadloveLikes : 3026

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Caption : For whoever needs to see this today! Protect your energy! M~ #mondaymotivation #protectyourenergy #selfloveLikes : 2615

2.6K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs to see this today! Protect your energy! M~ #mondaymotivation #protectyourenergy #selfloveLikes : 2615

2.6K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs to see this today! Protect your energy! M~ #mondaymotivation #protectyourenergy #selfloveLikes : 2615

2.6K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs to see this today! Protect your energy! M~ #mondaymotivation #protectyourenergy #selfloveLikes : 2615

2.6K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs to see this today! Protect your energy! M~ #mondaymotivation #protectyourenergy #selfloveLikes : 2615

2.6K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs to see this today! Protect your energy! M~ #mondaymotivation #protectyourenergy #selfloveLikes : 2615

2.6K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs to see this today! Protect your energy! M~ #mondaymotivation #protectyourenergy #selfloveLikes : 2615

2.6K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs to see this today! Protect your energy! M~ #mondaymotivation #protectyourenergy #selfloveLikes : 2615

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Caption : About last night!! Gaga & Bradley started with a vision. We tried out a lot of things, as we always do. Once we caught a vibe, we just polished it until we all felt good about it.(Details!) As a music director, it is my job to make sure that the music is shaped to the vision! After that, it’s on the artists to deliver. They did that! Their natural chemistry took it to an iconic performance status! Sometimes, it’s not just about the hard work, it’s about the magic too! If I kept a reel of ALL of my work, and I don’t 🤷🏾♂️, this performance would definitely be in the top 5 on my reel. It was one for the ages! M~ #oscars2019 #gaga #bradleycooper #richysquirrel #michaelbearden #iconic #legendary #performance #details #shallow #oscarwinner #beinspired #lovemylife #lovemyjob #gratitude #spreadlove #liveyourbestlifeLikes : 2549

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Caption : Miss my big sis Nip so much! ⠀ ⠀ I’ve said a lot about how much Nip meant to me in my life and career. I won’t tell any stories this year. ⠀ ⠀ I’ll just say that Whitney Elizabeth Houston is a Huge reason I am who I am in the music business today! ⠀ ⠀ I recently was interviewed for an ABC special on Nip which will be airing Aug. 11th. They’ll probably only use about 5 seconds of what I said. (Lol ☺️) Honored to be part of anything that celebrates Nip! 🙏🏾🕊 M~ (we were so young in this photo. ☺️ And, on top of the world!)⠀ ⠀ #whitneyhouston #birthday #legend #icon #singerLikes : 2486

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Caption : Eleven years ago today, a film we made premiered here in downtown Los Angeles. ⠀ ⠀ I have not watched ‘This Is It’ since that day, (personal choice. I lived every frame)⠀ ⠀ However, almost everyday since then, I receive some kind of acknowledgement on what the film means to them, from fans all around the world! ⠀ ⠀ And for that alone, I’m grateful! ⠀ ⠀ MJ once asked me, “you know how you live forever?” I said, “how MJ?” He said, “through your art!”⠀ ⠀ There’s no question in my mind that MJ will live forever! 🕊 M~ ⠀ ⠀ #thisisit #anniversary #mj #michaeljackson #legend #icon #kingofpop #music #goat #gratitude #music #love #spreadlove #batheinthemoonlight⠀ ⠀Likes : 2473

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Caption : Eleven years ago today, a film we made premiered here in downtown Los Angeles. ⠀ ⠀ I have not watched ‘This Is It’ since that day, (personal choice. I lived every frame)⠀ ⠀ However, almost everyday since then, I receive some kind of acknowledgement on what the film means to them, from fans all around the world! ⠀ ⠀ And for that alone, I’m grateful! ⠀ ⠀ MJ once asked me, “you know how you live forever?” I said, “how MJ?” He said, “through your art!”⠀ ⠀ There’s no question in my mind that MJ will live forever! 🕊 M~ ⠀ ⠀ #thisisit #anniversary #mj #michaeljackson #legend #icon #kingofpop #music #goat #gratitude #music #love #spreadlove #batheinthemoonlight⠀ ⠀Likes : 2473

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Caption : Eleven years ago today, a film we made premiered here in downtown Los Angeles. ⠀ ⠀ I have not watched ‘This Is It’ since that day, (personal choice. I lived every frame)⠀ ⠀ However, almost everyday since then, I receive some kind of acknowledgement on what the film means to them, from fans all around the world! ⠀ ⠀ And for that alone, I’m grateful! ⠀ ⠀ MJ once asked me, “you know how you live forever?” I said, “how MJ?” He said, “through your art!”⠀ ⠀ There’s no question in my mind that MJ will live forever! 🕊 M~ ⠀ ⠀ #thisisit #anniversary #mj #michaeljackson #legend #icon #kingofpop #music #goat #gratitude #music #love #spreadlove #batheinthemoonlight⠀ ⠀Likes : 2473

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Caption : Eleven years ago today, a film we made premiered here in downtown Los Angeles. ⠀ ⠀ I have not watched ‘This Is It’ since that day, (personal choice. I lived every frame)⠀ ⠀ However, almost everyday since then, I receive some kind of acknowledgement on what the film means to them, from fans all around the world! ⠀ ⠀ And for that alone, I’m grateful! ⠀ ⠀ MJ once asked me, “you know how you live forever?” I said, “how MJ?” He said, “through your art!”⠀ ⠀ There’s no question in my mind that MJ will live forever! 🕊 M~ ⠀ ⠀ #thisisit #anniversary #mj #michaeljackson #legend #icon #kingofpop #music #goat #gratitude #music #love #spreadlove #batheinthemoonlight⠀ ⠀Likes : 2473

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Caption : Eleven years ago today, a film we made premiered here in downtown Los Angeles. ⠀ ⠀ I have not watched ‘This Is It’ since that day, (personal choice. I lived every frame)⠀ ⠀ However, almost everyday since then, I receive some kind of acknowledgement on what the film means to them, from fans all around the world! ⠀ ⠀ And for that alone, I’m grateful! ⠀ ⠀ MJ once asked me, “you know how you live forever?” I said, “how MJ?” He said, “through your art!”⠀ ⠀ There’s no question in my mind that MJ will live forever! 🕊 M~ ⠀ ⠀ #thisisit #anniversary #mj #michaeljackson #legend #icon #kingofpop #music #goat #gratitude #music #love #spreadlove #batheinthemoonlight⠀ ⠀Likes : 2473

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Caption : I first met Tony in London many years ago when I was working with Liza Minelli. After one of the shows at Royal Albert Hall, Tony came backstage. ⠀ ⠀ The crazy thing to me was, he came directly over to me to tell me how much he enjoyed my piano playing. He said, “you really know how to follow a singer young man.” My mouth on the floor, I was like, “thank you Mr. Bennett!” I was still so young in the business at that time. ⠀ ⠀ I ended up talking to him for a bit that night. Just about music and stuff. ⠀ ⠀ After that first meeting, I had the pleasure of seeing Tony and, working with him a few times on various shows and events. He was always class personified. ⠀ ⠀ Towards his final days, I was honored to have been the music director and conductor, for his last ever public musical performance at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. ⠀ ⠀ As his health was deteriorating, I was most insistent that we try to make Tony’s final bows on the concert stage a memorable one. I really wanted it to be as grand as possible, to match the stature of Tony’s amazing life and career! ⠀ ⠀ Although it was difficult emotionally because of his health, I was so grateful that thee Lady trusted me and agreed to the show. They were both magnificent! It was magical! ⠀ After the show, I walked over to Mr. Bennet and his wife to thank him and say good show. He did not say my name, but he walked very close to my face, he always smiled when he saw me, looked me directly in the eyes and said, “we did good huh?” 😢 Yes! Mr, Bennett. We did good! ⠀ ⠀ I will never forget that for the rest of my days!⠀ ⠀ There are not enough superlatives to describe the enormity of Tony Bennet! He was an extraordinary human being on many levels. And, not just music. I am forever grateful to have known such a person in my life time. ⠀ ⠀ We still have the music! Rest well Mr. Bennett. Yours was a life well lived! M~ 🕊🙏🏾Likes : 2462

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Caption : For whoever needs this in this moment. . M~ #selfloveLikes : 2177

2.2K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs this in this moment. . M~ #selfloveLikes : 2177

2.2K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs this in this moment. . M~ #selfloveLikes : 2177

2.2K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs this in this moment. . M~ #selfloveLikes : 2177

2.2K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs this in this moment. . M~ #selfloveLikes : 2177

2.2K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs this in this moment. . M~ #selfloveLikes : 2177

2.2K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs this in this moment. . M~ #selfloveLikes : 2177

2.2K Likes – Michael Bearden Instagram
Caption : For whoever needs this in this moment. . M~ #selfloveLikes : 2177

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Caption : It was an epic and historic day! On many levels! ⠀ ⠀ From the south side of Chicago, to the west side of the Capitol! ⠀ ⠀ It was my honor to have been chosen, to arrange, conduct the orchestra, and ‘put my spin’ on this country’s centuries old anthem. ⠀ ⠀ Proud of my girl Gaga! Thankful to Joe and, Kamala, for their incredible grace during this process. ⠀ ⠀ I hope you all enjoyed it! M~ #Gratitude #inauguration2021 ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ (I was going to post this on Friday, but my respect for Hank Aaron put a pause on that!)Likes : 2152

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Caption : Damn! 💔 Just losing so many greats! It’s exhausting!⠀ ⠀ I want to do my best to focus on the positive and the time we’ve had while they were here.⠀ ⠀ Chick was a childhood hero of mine. Someone I was later to be able to call a friend. ⠀ ⠀ I met Chick when I was really young. And, later, we were label mates in NYC at GRP records (I was in a band at the label) in the late 80’s, early 90’s. ⠀ ⠀ Chick was always super nice to me. And, always gave me advice whenever I asked. ⠀ ⠀ One day out of the blue, I get a call. “Hey Michael. It’s Chick.” Hey Chick! What’s up man? “I have some questions about hip hop. Can you help me navigate through some ideas?” Of course. Anything I can do, I will. ⠀ ⠀ And, that’s just the kind of dude he was. I’m gonna miss him! 😢 We still have the music! M~⠀ ⠀ #chickcorea #piano #keyboard #legend #icon #jazz #classical #genius⠀ ⠀ (The last slide is an “All Star” band tribute to Herbie Hancock at the Kennedy Center. All of us rehearsing at the same time. Historic!)Likes : 2136

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Caption : Damn! 💔 Just losing so many greats! It’s exhausting!⠀ ⠀ I want to do my best to focus on the positive and the time we’ve had while they were here.⠀ ⠀ Chick was a childhood hero of mine. Someone I was later to be able to call a friend. ⠀ ⠀ I met Chick when I was really young. And, later, we were label mates in NYC at GRP records (I was in a band at the label) in the late 80’s, early 90’s. ⠀ ⠀ Chick was always super nice to me. And, always gave me advice whenever I asked. ⠀ ⠀ One day out of the blue, I get a call. “Hey Michael. It’s Chick.” Hey Chick! What’s up man? “I have some questions about hip hop. Can you help me navigate through some ideas?” Of course. Anything I can do, I will. ⠀ ⠀ And, that’s just the kind of dude he was. I’m gonna miss him! 😢 We still have the music! M~⠀ ⠀ #chickcorea #piano #keyboard #legend #icon #jazz #classical #genius⠀ ⠀ (The last slide is an “All Star” band tribute to Herbie Hancock at the Kennedy Center. All of us rehearsing at the same time. Historic!)Likes : 2136

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Caption : Damn! 💔 Just losing so many greats! It’s exhausting!⠀ ⠀ I want to do my best to focus on the positive and the time we’ve had while they were here.⠀ ⠀ Chick was a childhood hero of mine. Someone I was later to be able to call a friend. ⠀ ⠀ I met Chick when I was really young. And, later, we were label mates in NYC at GRP records (I was in a band at the label) in the late 80’s, early 90’s. ⠀ ⠀ Chick was always super nice to me. And, always gave me advice whenever I asked. ⠀ ⠀ One day out of the blue, I get a call. “Hey Michael. It’s Chick.” Hey Chick! What’s up man? “I have some questions about hip hop. Can you help me navigate through some ideas?” Of course. Anything I can do, I will. ⠀ ⠀ And, that’s just the kind of dude he was. I’m gonna miss him! 😢 We still have the music! M~⠀ ⠀ #chickcorea #piano #keyboard #legend #icon #jazz #classical #genius⠀ ⠀ (The last slide is an “All Star” band tribute to Herbie Hancock at the Kennedy Center. All of us rehearsing at the same time. Historic!)Likes : 2136

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Caption : So proud of my squad! @ladygaga, @richysquirrel, @arianagrande, @michaelbearden! We put in the work! ⠀ ⠀ And, even if only for a brief moment, we were able to provide just a little bit of an escape from ALL the madness of 2020! We made it rain! ☔️ In a good way. . ☺️ M~ #vmas2020 #mtvLikes : 2108

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Caption : HBD🎉🎉 to one of the most beautiful souls I know. The legend @carlossantana ⠀ ⠀ One of my favorite convos we’ve had was when he said to me, “let’s always strive to be weapons of mass compassion!” I felt that!👊🏾⠀ ⠀ Enjoy! 🎉 And, many more! M~ #birthday #carlossantana #legend #icon #woodstock #spreadlove ⠀ ⠀ (clip from the documentary film “Possibilities”)⠀check it out and the beautiful album we did! (yes! I still call them albums!) ⠀ I love the company I keep! #blessedlife 🙌🏾☺️Likes : 2050

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Caption : I’ve written before on how much Nip (Whitney Houston) meant to my life and career. ⠀ ⠀ Nip changed my life forever! In fact, she probably saved my life! (that’s a longer story not for this time.) ⠀ ⠀ Nip would’ve been 60 years old today. It’s hard to believe she’s no longer here! I’m so honored to have had the years I had with her while she was here. ⠀ ⠀ She was, with no debate, the greatest anointed singer I’ve worked with in my long career! Her gift could move souls, in any way she chose! ⠀ ⠀ HBD 🕊🙏🏾 Nip! You are missed and loved! We still have the music. M~ #WhitneyHoustonLikes : 1976

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Caption : I’ve written before on how much Nip (Whitney Houston) meant to my life and career. ⠀ ⠀ Nip changed my life forever! In fact, she probably saved my life! (that’s a longer story not for this time.) ⠀ ⠀ Nip would’ve been 60 years old today. It’s hard to believe she’s no longer here! I’m so honored to have had the years I had with her while she was here. ⠀ ⠀ She was, with no debate, the greatest anointed singer I’ve worked with in my long career! Her gift could move souls, in any way she chose! ⠀ ⠀ HBD 🕊🙏🏾 Nip! You are missed and loved! We still have the music. M~ #WhitneyHoustonLikes : 1976

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Caption : I’ve written before on how much Nip (Whitney Houston) meant to my life and career. ⠀ ⠀ Nip changed my life forever! In fact, she probably saved my life! (that’s a longer story not for this time.) ⠀ ⠀ Nip would’ve been 60 years old today. It’s hard to believe she’s no longer here! I’m so honored to have had the years I had with her while she was here. ⠀ ⠀ She was, with no debate, the greatest anointed singer I’ve worked with in my long career! Her gift could move souls, in any way she chose! ⠀ ⠀ HBD 🕊🙏🏾 Nip! You are missed and loved! We still have the music. M~ #WhitneyHoustonLikes : 1976

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Caption : MJ changed my life, years before I even started working with him. Seeing a successful kid who came from a similar area like me. And, looked like me when I was a kid, made me feel like I could be successful too! #imagematters Little did I know I’d actually work with the inspiration! Gratitude 🙏🏾 HBD🎉 dude. You sure are missed! M~ (Michael Jackson & Michael Bearden working on stage. This Is It rehearsals 2009)Likes : 1946

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Caption : I first met Tony (Mr. Bennett) @itstonybennett in London. I was working at Royal Albert Hall with Liza Minelli as her pianist. (Yes, my career has been all over the place. ☺️ Blessed!🙌🏾)⠀ ⠀ Tony told me “that was some good piano playing man!” I was like, umm, you know you’re Tony Bennett? Lol 😆 ⠀ ⠀ Of course I said thank you and was quite flattered by the compliment. I wasn’t expecting that from the legend. He’s heard 1000’s of musicians. But, that’s just the kind of guy he is. ⠀ ⠀ What a treat it’s been to get to know him over the years and, quite the honor to be conducting the orchestra for him at Radio City Music Hall tonight, on his 95th birthday!⠀ ⠀ HBD🎉🎉 Tony! And, many more! M~ #tonybennett #legend #icon #birthday #ladygaga #radiocitymusichall #singer #best #loveforsale #natureisboss #spreadloveLikes : 1938

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Caption : So, this time a year ago, I was rehearsing these two for the Oscars. (I’ve worked on many Oscars shows!) However, this performance ended up being one of the most magical performances I’ve been part of in my long career. Blessed! 🙌🏾 I never know how so many candid photos seem to appear seemingly out of nowhere. ☺️ When working with mega stars, there always seem to be cameras present somewhere. I’m used to that. But, I really appreciate this particular capture. It shows a real human moment. In the midst of the weight and gravity of the event that was to come the next day, we were still able to find time to have some fun with it! Trust your gift! M~ (fun fact: On the day of the show run through, I played Gaga so the Director could get his shots. I played piano. Did not sing tho. Lol 😂)Likes : 1840

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Caption : Well, well, well! 😱 Imagine my surprise when I found out today I received my second Emmy nomination as a Music Director. ⠀ ⠀ Imagine it was even more of a surprise when my boss was the one to break the news to me. I had no idea! Ive just been laser focused on my work!⠀ ⠀ THANK YOU to ALL the Emmy voters for this amazing honor. I’m humbled. And, grateful! 🙏🏾⠀ ⠀ BIG Thank you to the legendary Tony Bennett, and my girl Gaga for letting me lead them both on what was a truly historic and magical evening. ⠀ ⠀ The little boy I was (from the Southside of Chicago) is very happy he pursed his life long love of Music. This is all I’ve ever done! Dreams manifested! 🙏🏾☺️ M~ #emmyawards #emmynominated #gratefulLikes : 1690