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There is something truly fulfilling about singing. It is as close as you can get to being transported to another place and another time while standing still. It's like being free of gravity, or the need for air underwater. It is the touching of souls and hearts with pure love. The ability to write songs is a great asset to a singer, a means of designing your own mode of travel. Although I write in many styles, I am fond of writing ballads of love and life. There is nothing like a ballad for a singer to express heart felt emotion.

Little Ones    Guy & Guitar
Instrumental
NC Breakdown - written by Robert Jensen           
Cool Wind   Smooth Jazz version
All instruments by Greg Murat



Papa            Finally

Singing is a chance for total emotional connection with a song and with an audience. Eye contact is great for exchange, but sometimes you have to close your eyes to be really carried away. When all is right, the audience is right there too. I love the feeling that comes from looking into the eyes of people in the audience and seeing that they understand the emotion behind the lyrics and music. Love Is Kind is one of those songs that inspires that kind of interaction.

For Bookings call 425-308-3683 or send an e-mail to greg@gregmurat.com         MP3's for your iPods

Musical Style & Performance History
   Click to hear Greg's classical guitar work on a Doug Hamilton tune called Siempre
World Music that crosses international boundaries, an Ambient Folk Jazz, that is my musical style. I draw on the influences of
Reggae, Rock, Pop, Folk, Bosa Nova, Samba, Swing and Jazz Standards. I am a musical chameleon, adaptable to the environment I am performing. I have had the joy of performing at the Gorge Amphitheater, The Moore Theater, Bumber Shoot, The Bite of Seattle, The Taste of Edmonds, Folklife, The Garlic Festival, The Columbia Winery, The Spirit of Washington Dinner Train, on King TV, PBS and many other venues. I've made concert appearances in Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean. I was, very fortunately, the preferred opening act at Parker's for many years and opened shows for scores of national acts. My best memory at Parker's is when I opened 10 shows for BB King there. He was the most gracious of all the entertainers I met. My band was voted best show twice at The Taste of Edmonds, largely due to fine musicians and friends with which I surround myself. I was blessed to perform with some very talented players. I naturally reflect the energy of the environment I find myself and set a mood that is personal, romantic and fun. I love to perform.


Solo Artist    
I often perform solo, singing and playing guitar or piano. I have a vast array of original tunes and a long list of tunes by such artists as James Taylor, Kenny Loggins, Michael Franks, The Beatles and Sting. I really appreciate being complimented for my arrangements and I am humbled when people tell me that they like my version better than the original version. I try to personalize every tune I play and make it "mur-rah" music. It is my aim to create an ambiance that is warm, fun and supportive of any event in which I take part. I can perform as an instrumentalist on guitar or piano. My guitar style is classical with some flamenco influence. I've performed in this mode for concerts, weddings, wine tastings and many special events. My instrumental CD's Sarah's Dreams, and Morning Mist are used by massage therapists and school teachers for their relaxing, soothing moods. Blossom and Celebrate Tomorrow are CD examples of live guitar and vocal solo performances.

Papa Murat -The Band    Click here to hear Trouble off Ruff Stuff *
In a band setting I lean toward more high energy Latin Jazz Pop Rock; Island Music. I perform in a setting of musicians from duo to eight piece band and anywhere in between. Clips from my Bumber Shoot concert were shown on MTV to help promote the event. I have a list of talented friends that have taken part in concerts that include Scott MacGougan, Dale Manolito Fuentes, Jim Coil, Garey Shelton, Gordon Uchima, Christopher Nichols, Ronnie Llinas, John Matthews, Deirdre Lord, Scottie Drexler, Larry Mason, Dave Raynor, Jimmy Culler, Jon Goforth, Doug Hamilton, Jamie Phalen, Chris Layton and Mike Daily. There is a tropical feel to the music I perform that makes it perfect for festivals of any kind. The staff at Columbia Winery told me I was their favorite performer for their Vintage Wine Sale. That is good for me because I love their wines. Gone to Yesterday and Room With A View are full band CD's. The current band preparing for concerts is Papa Murat


*Trouble features Manolito Fuentes on Flute, Ron Llinas on Wah Guitar, Mike Daily on Drums, John Matthews on percussion, Jimmy Culler on bass, Greg Murat on Takemine classical guitar and vocals, pre mix ruff cut. Words and music by Greg Murat copyright 2005.
All rights reserved. Publishing Spare Change Music (BMI)




I am available for solo or group performances and the prices are negotiable depending on the size and nature of the event.
$250 for songs during a wedding $500 for solo reception, just guitar or guitar and vocals

I will perform, free of charge, at certain benefits and fundraisers, as I have done in the past for Children's Hospital, The Alzheimer's Foundation, Cancer Fundraisers, Women's and Homeless Shelters and many others.

For Bookings call 425-308-3683 or send an e-mail to the link below
E-Mail greg@gregmurat.com

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