Notez&Flow: The Stax Edition

Presenting “Notez&Flow: The Stax Edition” — taking the raw Memphis soul tradition of Stax Records and merging it with the contemporary live-show identity of Notez&Flow. The audience is immersed in an atmosphere of artistry that takes them on a journey through three musical chapters: The Legacy with Stax-inspired classics and storytelling; The Flow where those sounds get flipped into Notez&Flow arrangements, medleys, and improvisation; and The Future, featuring original music, spoken word, and emerging Memphis artists. “Where Memphis Soul Meets the New Memphis Jazz Sound”.

Keenan Shotwell is a Memphis native known throughout the region for his striking creative ear for the musical arts. Jumpstarting his legacy, Shotwell practiced music at a young age with Jackson Studios during the early 90s. He graduated from Whitehaven High School in 1993, then mastered the piano and organ as a young adult while attending the University of Memphis. The two-time Verizon Wireless How Sweet the Sound winner has mastered evolution within the art of music. His impeccable gift for the piano and organ has made way for his renowned reputation as the master of his abilities. Shotwell has orchestrated and played for The Herbie Hancock Tribute, A Night with Joe Sample, the MLK50 Tribute, the National Civil Rights Museum Freedom Awards, and shared the stage with many national artists such as Melba Moore, Kirk Whalum, and Dee Dee Bridgewater. Keenan has also taken his talent to the movie screen by arranging and performing piano for the 2010 film, The Grace Card. He is also a seasoned producer, founder of Keenan Shotwell LLC, and is the co-founder and CEO of WalkWell Productions and the Notez&Flow Series. Keenan Shotwell has definitely brought nostalgia and excellence to the world of music and has done it flawlessly!