Biography

This Percussionist - a selfless spirit of charming musical prowess - often elicits standing ovations during his dramatic performances! CHAZZ's fame stems from his fusion of keen empathetic listening with awesome technical showmanship. See and feel his soul "channel" fellow artists' internal rhythms to enrich their words, music and dance.

CHAZZ's approach reflects his extensive training in African Music and Dance, Latin Percussion, Martial Arts, Stand-Up Comedy and Acting. His amazing style involves playing African and Latin instrumental combos- bursting into incredible sustained 32nd note runs! His mastery of stick, hand and wind instruments include Congos, Bongos, Timbales, Djembe, Dijeridoo, Kalimba, Udo and the Harmonica.

CHAZZ has shared both stage and studio with legendary entertainers, such as Al Jarreau, Chaka Chan, Phil Perry, Ruby Dee & Ossie Davis, Malcolm Jamal-Warner and the Oba-Oba Brazilian Dance Troupe. Yet, he generously teaches and promotes promising young artists

As a "music-disciple", CHAZZ salutes his formal instructors in Latin, African and American percussion - namely Luis Conte, Javuzi Bojangos, Carl Lott, Jr. and Chris Brooks. His academic education includes graduation with honors from Boston University and the UCLA Law School. CHAZZ is proudly named after his father, Clarence L. Ross, Sr, was raised in Washington D.C. and Silver Springs, MD, and resides in Eagle Rock in Los Angeles, CA.

Experience the CHAZZ vibe from a variety of compact discs and several videos, including his own, entitled: "THE RHYTHM OF CHAZZ - Part One: Overture." Check out his smashing reviews in the Santa Clarita Valley Signal, North Hollywood News, Beverly Hills Network News, Los Angeles Times, and the World Wide Web.

For the full effect, you must see CHAZZ live!