Arthur Esaw, II, affectionately known as AJ, has been musically inclined since the day he could sit up on his own. He would follow his uncle and musical mentor, Jonathan Bradley, around and would keep the beat with whatever he had in his hands. And although AJ is only fourteen years old, he is musically mature. He is proficient in five instruments--organ, keyboard, electric bass guitar, double bass, and percussions. AJ has had the privilege of playing in orchestras like Trenton Music Makers, Trinity Music and Stretto of Princeton, NJ. Last year AJ formed a Gospel/Jazz band with three other young men and together they play weekly at different venues. AJ composes original pieces and does so under his brand, King Arthur's Sound. AJ has also participated in writing two orchestra pieces, one with a Nj based program and the other was a nationwide project.

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