Hammond Organ

Brian Charette, a passionate musician based in New York City, is a prominent Hammond organ player in modern jazz. He's garnered such recognition as the Downbeat Critic’s Poll for Organ and the "Rising Star: Keyboard" award. With extensive collaborations and a prolific compositional output, Brian's impact spans performance, education and music writing. Endorsed by Hammond, IK Multimedia and Casio, he's worked with artists ranging from Charles McPherson and Guitar Murphy to Cindy Lauper and Joni Mitchell. As a bandleader, he has released more than 20 albums, including Live at Deanna

Robby Robinson is a distinguished Hammond organist and Musical Director with a deep-rooted connection to the music products industry. With a career spanning decades, Robby's journey has been marked by his exceptional talent and close collaborations with industry giants. Throughout his illustrious career, Robby has had the privilege of working with luminaries such as Tom Jones, Liza Minelli, Buddy Greco, and the Beach Boys, showcasing his versatility and musical prowess. Mentored by legendary figures like Dr. Lonnie Smith, Robby's artistry is imbued with a rich tapestry of influenc

Tom Tuson was just 12 years old when he was hired by the Wurlitzer company to demonstrate their organs. As a “Wurlitzer Kid” he played at state fairs and supermarkets to gain the attention of would-be customers. Once he stopped playing, the sales team would walk around the crowd that Tom had gathered and see if a sale could be made. It was a wonderful education into the art of selling and just three years later he was given the chance to sell organs himself, and he did! He worked at Grinnell Brothers, which was purchased by Sherman Clay and stayed there for several years.