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Closer Than You Think Comforts Patients During MRI Procedures
A letter from Southlake Regional Health Centre Sept 20, 2010

Dear Mr. Navarro,

On behalf of Southlake Regional Health Centre, I'd like to formally thank you for allowing us to add your CD Closer Than You Think to the musical collection of our hospital's MRI department... {read more}


A Night of Love and Romance by Lisa Robyn Lawrence
palmspringsguides.com Saturday September 11, 2010

Legacy of Love tour 2010

"...Engelbert Humperdinck's band and backup singers were fantastic. Alex Navarro, the multitalented music director, was smokin' on keyboard..." {read more}


Arts & Culture
The Long-Islander July 29, 2010

On the cover of The Long-Islander arts & culture section

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A Pop Pianist by Ani Cutt
The Aquarian November 19, 2009
"...The music off this album is the type to be playing at the ending credits of a romantic comedy..." {more}

Pianist On Key With New York Debut by Luann Dallojacono
The Long-Islander Thursday November 12, 2009
Musician to promote first album with concert, reception at Steinway Piano Gallery {more}

Alex Navarro releases first CD by Tila Pacheco
OCregister.com Friday September 4, 2009

Mission Viejo man has toured with Queen Latifah, Carly Simon and currently touring with Engelbert Humperdinck as his musical director. MISSION VIEJO-Instrumental pop-fusion musician/pianist and Mission Viejo resident, Alex Navarro, recently released his first album titled "Closer Than You Think" {read more}


OC Register Events Calendar by events.ocregister.com
Saturday August 22, 2009 7:00pm

Alex Navarro CD Release Concert at Mount of Olives Church, Mission Viejo
Alex Navarro is an accomplished pianist, arranger and composer influenced by Jazz, Pop and World Music. His compositions and arrangements are diverse, from soothing melodies to complex rhythms. Alex has toured with Queen Latifah, Carly Simon and is currently touring with Engelbert Humperdinck as his musical director. Come hear this amazing talent and an ensemble of seasoned musicians. Alex's first CD, "Closer Than You Think" will be officially released at this concert.


Appearing on "Daybreak OC Morning Show"
Wednesday August 6, 2008
performing my original tunes and promoting upcoming shows --A

Local Jazz Artist Boosts Pop Stars; Touring With Queen Latifah
May 27, 2008 by MissionViejoDispatch.com
When Alex Navarro isn't on the road with Queen Latifah, or working with other pop stars, he serves as music director for Mount of Olives Church. He's achieved a reputation in the entertainment industry as a fresh talent and arranger from Mission Viejo. Alex's recent credits reflect how far his talent advanced since his first gig at... {read more}



Upcoming Shows

17 Jun 2011
8:00 pm
MGM Grand at Foxwoods Mashantucket, CT
19 Jun 2011
7:00 pm
Turning Stone Casino Verona, NY
21 Jun 2011
8:00 pm
The Palace Theatre Greensburg, PA
23 Jun 2011
8:00 pm
Wilbur Theatre Boston, MA
25 Jun 2011
8:00 pm
Casino Rama Toronto, ON
1-2 Jul 2011
8:00 pm
Resorts Casino Atlantic City, NJ
21-24 Jul 2011
8:00 pm
Paris Casino Las Vegas, NV



In The Works

April 2010 - says Navarro:

"...another season of touring with Engelbert, with stops in Russia, east Asia and Australia, along with our usual US destinations...and also, watch for upcoming performances in support of Closer Than You Think in CA, NY and TX, see ya on the road!!!"

December 2009 - says Navarro:

"I am proud to announce that "November" will be featured on "Winter Is On My Head" vol. 1. (A collection of songs compiled by Orange County artists to raise money for the Orange County Rescue Mission). Please visit their website and see how you can support this cause." http://www.winterisonmyhead.com/

October 2009 - says Navarro:

"...debut album now available on iTunes and CDbaby"

August 2009 - says Navarro:

"...CD release this fall. Look for it on iTunes very soon."

March 2009 - says Navarro:

"...tracking my solo project at Jason Mraz's studio in San Diego and doing some overdubs in NY."



keep up with the latest on Alex Navarro at:

http://myspace.com/alexnavarromusic