b From the Editor by Dr. Joan Cartwright

Dr. Joan Cartwright Editor-in-Chief

From the Editor

Our first two issues of Musicwoman Magazine featured women musicians, exclusively. Then, in 2020, we printed the first issue of Musicman Magazine. In this second issue, we feature some of the unsung string players in the country. Conquest Graphics in Pennsylvania came through for us, once again, with a $2,500 Free printing grant! As fortune continues to smile upon us, we ventured into this magical issue to feature Men Who Pluck Strings! With the help of Melton Mustafa, Jr. in Miami, Rob Scheps in Oregon, and Gail Jhonson in L.A., we present Ralphe Armstrong, Chuck Israel, and the Sons of Mystro, a dynamic violin duo. This issue will engross our readers in the stories of these musical icons. This issue shines a light on men who have stood the test of time in the world of jazz, blues, and R&B. I trust you will discover new talent that you, no doubt, will explore on social media. Enjoy the read and join us in our quest to promote women and men in music, globally, by sharing this issue of Musicman Magazine with your family and friends.

Sincerely,

Dr. Joan Cartwright Editor/Publisher

Table of Contents

b From the Editor by Dr. Joan Cartwright b Sons of Mystro by Melton Mustafa, Jr. 7 9

b Mel Bolton by Erin Peng

11 b Ike Woods and Lady Val by Melton Mustafa, Jr. 15 b Three Bassists: Moore, Essiet & Israels by Rob Scheps 19 b Ralphe Armstrong by Veronica Johnson 25 b Chuck Webb by Alvin Carter Bey 27 b Bobby G by Gail Jhonson 29 b Nils is by Gail Jhonson 31 b John B. Williams by La Quetta Shamblee 33 b KC Quarantine by Rob Scheps 34