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Ben Tankard is an American gospel/smoothjazz musician, producer, reality-tv Dad, author and motivational speaker from Daytona Beach, Florida. His instruments include the synthesizer, piano, tuba, drums, guitar, and percussion. Often referred to as the "Godfather of Gospel/Jazz", his instrumental music has bridged the gap between two genres and charted at #1 Billboard Smooth Jazz and Gospel Charts. Standing 6'6" tall, he is a former professional basketball player (shooting guard).  

Recently inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame (Stellar Honors), Ben Tankard is one the most influential talents of our time! The Godfather of Gospeljazz is also a former NBA basketball player; motivational speaker, pastor, record company CEO and international TV star with the hit family Reality TV show THE TANKARDS.  Ben’s newest INSTRUMENTAL CD release, RISE! provides a musical backdrop for the listener to dream, mediate, and spiritually RISE ! 

Key points on BT:  
• Has recorded 20 CDs in last 25 years and is the bestselling gospeljazz artist of all time. 
* HAS 10 TOP JAZZ RADIO HITS.
• Has earned 15 Stellars Awards, 8 Dove Award and 3 Grammy Award Nominations.
• Is a certified pilot and flies his planes to 100 shows a year.
• Is a Motivational speaker for the NBA.
• The Tankards show currently shooting season 4. 
• National “RISE” Concert Tour in 150 cities
• www.bentankard.org  bentankard@aol.com 
Booking /Promo Info: 615-907-0185

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