Ben Tankard
August 7th, 2007
Ben Tankard has got to have one of the smoothest sounds around. Smooth jazz is what many call this artists sound. Some may argue that Ben’s music is not really classed as jazz in genre and although wrestling with the idea myself at first, I came to the realization that although layed back in style the music is still very jazzy with its twisty, fast off beats and instrumental sounds. You wont hear the big brass in Ben’s music! Truly a relaxing “smooth jazz experience”. I was blessed listening to his music lately in the lead up to his review. When you need something that truly relaxes you, be sure to put Ben Tankard’s music on and let your mind go to that happy place.
Who is Ben Tankard?
He is a 6 foot 6 inch former professional basketball player. Now keyboardist, musician and producer. Strong in biblical teaching and touring about the world with concert crusades. Ben is married to wife Jewel.
Ben came onto the music scene back in 1990 and since then there have been many names associated with Ben Tankard, The father of Gospel Jazz and The Quincy Jones of Gospel to name two. Ben being very passionate about this faith and uses his music as vehicle to deliver God’s Love. In the words of Ben “God releases His Spirit and power through me, the music becomes a vehicle-of-salvation to carry God’s love, healing and deliverance.”
Ben Tankard’s call to the teaching ministry came in 1998 after being anointed by Dr. Creflo Dollar. Ben is seen at many annual faith meetings with Dr. Creflo Dollar, Dr. Fred Price, Bro. Kenneth Copeland, Dr. Ira Hilliard and Dr. Leroy Thompson.
Interview With Ben Tankard, Voice of a Minstrel. He is recognized as a talented and gifted musician. However, Tankard’s acceptance of the office of a “minstrel” has caused him to make some adjustments.
Ben Tankard’s Albums
- Let’s Get Quiet: The Smooth Jazz Experience Released: March, 27, 2007
- Piano Prophet Released: June, 22, 2004
- Play a Lil’ Song for Me Released: February, 18, 2003
- Song of Solomon Released: July, 10, 2001
- Christmas Love Released: September, 26, 2000
- Minstrel Released: July, 13, 1999
- Git Yo Prayze On Released: August, 12, 1997
- Instrumentally Yours Released: April, 01, 1996
- Play Me in Your Key Released: October, 12, 1994
- Sunday Driving Released: September, 18, 1993
- Keys to Life Released: 1991
- Christmas Released: October, 31, 1991
- Keynote Speaker Released: 1990
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Keynote Speaker Released: 1990 |
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Ben’s rendition of the Take 6 gospel song “A quiet place”.
Ben Tankard & Yolanda Adams at the 1992 Stellar Gospel Awards.
Yolanda Adams singing “Let Us Worship Him” at the 1994 Stellar Awards with Ben Tankard on piano.
Let?s Get Quiet: The Smooth Jazz Experience Album, reviewed by Gerard Bonner. As one of the founders and architects of the Gospel jazz movement, Tankard has been one of the most successful artists of this micro-genre.
Piano Prophet Album, reviewed by Stan North. In addition to several great originals on this project, Tankard also serves up some great covers
The Best of Ben Tankard: The New Gospel Legends Series. Some of the most memorable moments from the multiple instrumental projects that he’s released.
Play A Li’l Song For Me Album.
Tankard again tests his skill with vocal arrangements, and comes out a winner on ?Don?t Worry?, featuring Cassandra Robertson.
Song Of Solomon Album. Tankard uses his well-known production expertise to full effect on the album, creating an uncluttered, smooth feel from beginning to end.
Ben Tankard’s Christmas Love Album Gets a nice mention at the gospelflavor.com 2000 Christmas Album Roundup. It’s a soothing combo of mostly original material, with the occasional nod to the familiar.
The Tribe of Benjamin, Raize Da Prayze. Produced by Ben Tankard. While his name may be absent in the album title, Ben Tankard has his hand all over this project, as he produces and arranges, The Tribe of Benjamin CDmixes and engineers every cut.
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Ben Tankard’s Website: www.bentankardministries.com
Ben Tankard’s Email Address: bentankard@aol.com