Will ...Touch ... Your .... Soul!

McClarrin Enterprises is proud to present one of the nation’s most innovative, versatile and exciting vocalist and piano artists. The very dynamic and exceptionally popular Vaughn McClarrin is a Grammy Celebration Performer. He is noted for his ability to electrify audiences, large and small, at concert halls, in nightclubs, on cruise ships, at weddings and parties, and at special events of every type. McClarrin, a multi-talented artist, performs nationally and internationally and has been described as “one of the greatest one-man bands in the land.” The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson of the National Rainbow Coalition, upon hearing Vaughn McClarrin perform, stated “God has gifted Vaughn with the talent to inspire as well as entertain.” Rev. Jackson went on to say “Vaughn’s contribution to the world of music and to society as a whole is worthy of praise."

Testimonials & Tributes:

"Vaughn O. McCLarrin’s approach to music defies any attempts to  catalogue him in the conventional sense.  Although, for the most part, he plays alone – he is not a one-man band in the traditional sense. Instead of playing myriad instruments, McCLarrin’s formulaic for his vast array of musical manifestations and vocal gymnastics finds its appeal in just two sources: His rich second tenor/baritone voice and the adept manipulation of his Kurzweil PC2 keyboard and synthesizer.  Emanations from that one instrument and his voice range from the percussive funk of Sylvester Stewart and James Brown to the serene of Russell Thompkins, Jr. and the resonance of Isaac Hayes. 

Those two elements – his voice and his keyboard - combine to enthrall all who have been privileged to hear him work a garden party, the caverns of countless lounges around Washington DC, The Tom Joyner “Fantastic Voyage” or the Caribbean and abroad.

Albeit, Vaughn McCLarrin’s voice well suits him to offer renditions of songs by former Sly and the Family Stone band member - and basso profundo - Larry Graham or the rich baritone stylizations of jazz and blues artist Lou Rawls, many bar room conversations have been stunted when he shows he is equally comfortable taking on more ethereal vocal efforts by Maurice White of Earth, Wind and Fire.  

Therein lies Mr. McCLarrin’s most prominent and unique gift: Using his PC2 like a musical loom, he weaves piano-like chords; Hammond B3 sounds and his ‘mellifluous’ voice to create a seamless extrusion of songs that establishes a captivating tapestry of sound, the variety and quality of which keep feet patting and more than satisfies the most discerning ears.

Another noteworthy aspect of Mr. McCLarrin’s presentation is the manner in which he levies his personal abstractions and “sweetnings” on old favorites while never disappointing by cleverly intersecting the more familiar phrasings and rifts at just the right temporal and spatial moment. On those special occasions – which are numerous - the room’s din level drops precipitously; heads rotate his way in acknowledgement and warm smiles abound from both he and his appreciative audience.

At present, Vaughn McCLarrin’s artistry can be seen - and heard - on the Southwest Waterfront in the Engine Room of the Channel Inn on Fridays from 4 to 9PM. Trust me when I say to you that – just as I have – you too will be caught up in the spellbinding talent of the man and his music: Mr. Vaughn O McCLarrin."
--LaRue Graves, Activist/Artist/Writer

"This is our special "Thank you" to let you know how much we appreciate your entertainment at our Birthday Party on September 15, 2007. Your attendance and music entertainment made our birthday celebration even more special and memorable. You are now part of our special memories"
--Joseph Holmes/Jawana Griffin & Otis Chevalier

"Vaughns' performance was fantastic! The vocals were superb and his personality really added to the entertainment."
--Mary Shaw
Dewitt Osbornes' Annual Summer Party 2007

"Vaughn is a very dynamic individual, both musically and as an individual. He is a pure entertainer for all ages. He is truly a one-man show and an original performer..."
--Bob Bailey, Channel Inn Customer