Robert Moore

Robert Moore is a jazz vocalist, composer, trumpet and harmonica player based in Portland. He has evolved a sound uniquely his own, mixing his Southern roots, influences of soul and gospel into his own distinct interpretations of bebop and swinging jazz. Produced by Robert and recorded in high-res digital by innovative engineer Bob Stark, the album combines creative arrangements and outstanding performances by many of Portland’s best musicians in a wide variety of settings from two to twelve. Moore started his singing career in a Southern Baptist church, and that early heartfelt gospel truth can still be heard in the soulful delivery of his music. After stints as a public schools music teacher, he began his performance career, settling in Birmingham, Alabama. After 25 years there, he moved his scene to Portland, Oregon, finding a home and a following among the knowing jazz fans of that musically sophisticated city. His music has steadily grown in depth, passion and honesty during his 60 years on the planet. Robert’s well-seasoned, finelyhoned chops on vocals, trumpet, and harmonica are bringing joy to a wider audience than ever.

Cercle arctique, samedi 12 août 2000. Sous la surface de la mer de Barents, le Kursk, sous-marin nucléaire lanceur de missiles – fleuron de la flotte russe –, effectue des manœuvres. À son bord : 118 hommes.
À 11 h 28, une explosion se produit dans le compartiment avant, la salle des torpilles. Plusieurs marins sont tués sur le coup. Puis de nombreux autres lors des minutes qui suivent…