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Rick Bogart

Rick Bogart is one of the most active jazz clarinetists in the world today. With a mellow sound on the clarinet and a unique vocal style he appeals to the general public.

Rick Bogart worked in New Orleans during the "heyday" of the French Quarter during the mid 1970s within the first five blocks of Bourbon Street. At that time, there were fifteen full-time Jazz bands along those blocks. During this time, he played in the bands of Snookum Russell and Wallace Davenport at the Paddock Lounge, and with June Gardner, Nick Gagliardi, Milton Ziedrich and Thomas Jefferson at the Famous Door.

Bogart later moved to New York City to refine and broaden his style. He played in Atlantic City, Cleveland, New York City, Miami, and touring the world headlining on cruise ships for decades. He has written songs for major movies produced for HBO and is the subject of the documentary When the Clarinet Swings.

He is most closely aligned with his New Orleans and Swing-style background. However, he has broadened his style over the course of his career by living and working in New York, and working with many musicians of varying styles around the world.
He recently completed an ‘unbelievable’ engagement at New York’s Parker Meridien Hotel in Seppi’s to much critical acclaim in radio, television and print, playing five nights a week for with his trio for eight years.

He has given master classes at Donetsk National University, Ukraine with concerts in Donetsk and Kiev sponsored by AMS Corporation and TGI Friday’s, USA. United Nations, East Harlem School of Performing Arts- Workshop on Jazz and Improvisational for teachers and students. Guest Clinician– Jazzmobile, Harlem, New York Clinician-“Jazz at Lincoln Center ” in conjunction with classical clarinetist Gervase de Peyer, a founding member of the Lincoln Center Chamber Society.

Gear

Leblanc Dynamic H
Harry E. O' Brien crystal mouthpiece
Vandoren reeds

Take Five With Rick Bogart

by AAJ Staff
January 19, 2013

Meet Rick Bogart: Rick Bogart, clarinetist, vocalist and composer, is an Arabesque Recording Artist. Latest release is a ballet for solo dancer and solo clarinetist on Arabesque Records. Played in New Orleans during the heyday of the French Quarter. “We played six sets a night, six nights a week, year in and year out--all [through the musicians'] union with benefits. Now in New York since 1980, playing and keeping active. Instruments: Clarinet and piano. Teachers and/or ...

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Rick Bogart Celebrates National Jazz Month With New Album, Streaming Documentary & Live NYC Performances!

Source: Michael Clarkston
April 16, 2025

It’s April—and that means two things: April Showers and National Jazz Month. Jazz lovers, take note: Rick Bogart is giving you every reason to celebrate this month of Jazz. The acclaimed clarinetist, vocalist, and storyteller is lighting up New York City with live performances, new recordings, and a documentary release that underscores his legendary career. Jazz aficionados are invited to experience the magic of Rick Bogart—live and on screen. The acclaimed clarinetist and vocalist is performing with his trio every ...
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Rick Bogart Releases 5th Album 'Rick Bogart Sings Mr. Paganini' - Debut Performance at Backstage Tavern on Friday, November 8

Source: Michael Clarkston
November 5, 2024

Acclaimed jazz clarinetist & vocalist Rick Bogart is thrilled to announce the release of his highly anticipated new album as a tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, Rick Bogart Sings Mr. Paganini, now available on all streaming platforms. This captivating collection of music showcases Bogart's unique blend of jazz and classical influences, inviting listeners on an enchanting journey through the timeless compositions of the legendary Niccolò Paganini. Following last year's successful release of “What A Wonderful World—Rick Bogart Salutes Louis Armstrong," which ...
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Back By Popular Demand: The Rick Bogart Trio Returns To Le Rivage For A Captivating Evening Of Jazz & Broadway

Source: Michael Clarkston
August 10, 2023

Le Rivage, the esteemed jazz venue located at 340 W. 46th Street, is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of the Rick Bogart Trio following their sensational debut performance last week. Music lovers are invited to immerse themselves in an unforgettable evening of soulful melodies and captivating rhythms on Friday, August 11th beginning at 8:30pm. The Rick Bogart Trio, comprised of three exceptional musicians, Mark Daine on guitar, Jon B Roche on bass, and the remarkable Rick Bogart himself, ...
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Rick Bogart Trio With Louisa Lee At Toshi's Living Room - Free Every Tuesday

Source: Scott Thompson Public Relations
May 8, 2016

Rick Bogart Trio With Singer Louisa Lee FREE Every Tuesday 7pm-10pm Toshi's Living Room! Appearing Weekly at Toshi's Living Room! 1141 Broadway at W. 26th St. 7:00pm- 10:00pm Reservations are suggested. Please call 917-432-8810. Toshi's is a lovely venue in the Flatiron Hotel. There is no cover and just a one drink minimum. And of course, you can enjoy The Rick Bogart Trio every Saturday and Sunday at ...
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Jazz Clarinetist Rick Bogart: From New Orleans To New York

Source: Scott Thompson Public Relations
November 12, 2015

Rick Bogart Appearing Weekly at the New York Yankees Steakhouse! NEW YORK YANKEES STEAKHOUSE Presents: The Rick Bogart Trio Sundays: JAZZ BRUNCH - 12 noon to 3pm Fridays: 5 pm to 9 pm The Steakhouse of The New York Yankees is located at 7 West 51st St., across from Rockefeller Center. Every Sunday two tickets for next season's hometown games will be given away! About New York Yankees Steakhouse From the finest 21-day USDA ...
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Rick Bogart Trio at Seppi's at le Parker Meridien Hotel in New York

Source: All About Jazz
December 9, 2008

Rick Bogart Trio Seppi's at Le Parker Meridien 123 W. 56th St., New York, NY 10019

Ongoing: Mon, Wed-Thu, 8:30pm; Sun, noon

The veteran clarinetist and his well-received trio perform a live show as part of a long-running weekly residency.

About Rick Bogart

Rick Bogart worked in New Orleans during the heyday of the French Quarter. Then moved to New York and started a long engagement at Harrah's in Atlantic City. He then toured the world ...
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"The kind of infectious swing that catches the ear." —New York Daily News "Personality and facile fingers..the scene of free wheeling-foot responding partying." —New York Post "Bogart's tone was butter smooth and full throughout the range of his clarinet...technically adept, his rhythm accurate... great clarinet sound." —Cleveland Plain Dealer "Bogart's talent is rare. He plays everything fron New Orleans Jazz to pop standards with consummate ease and artistry." —Cleveland Plain Dealer Few clarinettists headline in casinos, but then, few have the credentials of Rick Bogart." —Atlantic City Press "Bogart's claim to fame is his cool clarinet." —Atlantic City Press