The Special Purpose
The Special Purpose Since 2004, The Special Purpose has gained a reputation as one of the Northwest's premier grassroots musical acts. Their unique blend of Funk and Jazz combined with extended, open-ended musical improvisations makes for an evening of instrumental music that is thoughtful and exhilarating. The Special Purpose was founded when an improvisational recording project brought the four members together for the first time. John Fawcett, Stephen Fogg, Chris Stefanile and Tim Symons found that their different and diverse musical backgrounds seemed to meld together with relative ease, subsequently creating a unique fusion of their influences and ideas. Each band member plays an equal role in the sound of The Special Purpose. There is no 'front man', and therefore the band is free to create music that has no restrictions or limitations. The Special Purpose's music is an inspiring testament to the power of cooperation and artistic integrity. Over time the band has honed their writing and improvisational skills though constant live performances. Due to the nature of the group, no two shows are the same. The Special Purpose can go from dark, intense, middle-eastern rock one moment, to bold and inspiring takes on jazz standards the next. Through clever songwriting and high energy performances, this genre-jumping unpredictability is tight and coherent, and The Special Purpose makes new friends and fans every time they play.