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Last Night at the Pizza Parlor

Source: JazzINK by Andrea Canter
February 20, 2013

Two nights each week (Mondays and Wednesdays), a neighborhood pizza joint just across the Minneapolis boundary in Richfield, MN presents one of the finest duos in regional jazz, Charmin Michelle and Denny Malmberg, billed as “Hot and Crusty." (That's Charmin “hot," Denny “crusty?") Fireside Pizza has hosted small jazz groups for many years, going back to the late Bobby Peterson. Soon-to-be-legendary young vocalist José James got his start gigging with his South High teacher—Denny Malmberg— at Fireside; Charmin and Denny ...

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Jazz This Week: Jim Pugh, Jeremy Haynes, Amina Figarova, Jazz St. Louis Gala, Jeff Coffin, Chris Botti, Dan Thomas, and More

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
February 20, 2013

There's jazz and creative music happening early and often throughout this week in St. Louis, and so to help make sure that you don't miss anything, here's a special early edition of the weekly highlights post: Tonight, trombonist Jim Pugh is in town for a free concert at at Maryville University presented by the St. Louis Low Brass Collective. Pugh is best known for his work with Woody Herman and Chick Corea, but also has been a top studio trombonist ...

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KCC Productions Presents Lenard Rutledge At Sweet Saloon March 7, Plus Paintings And Demonstration

Source: Kimberly C Chmura
March 3, 2013

Miami-born LeNard Rutledge brings his robust vocals to Sweet Saloon, 7100 Biscayne, March 7, 9-12, in a soul-stirring evening of eclectic jazz. Often compared to legendary Lou Rawls, Rutledge’s silky voice is backed up by Miami musical heavyweights Mike Orta on keyboard, Don Wilner on bass, Abner Torres on drums, and a surprise special guest on sax. In response to the 2006 release of his first independent album, Hello World, the Miami New Times voted Rutledge Best Jazz Artist of ...

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Mark Winkler and Cheryl Bentyne: West Coast Cool Coming Your Way!

Source: Rob Lowe
February 19, 2013

Limited dates and a new CD! THE WEST COAST COOL SHOW! Mark Winkler platinum award-winning jazz vocalist/lyricist meets Cheryl Bentyne, member of The Manhattan Transfer, and sparks fly. This duo is intent on proving how cool the West Coast Cool Jazz scene of the 1950s still is. Together and separately they perform songs by Dave Brubeck, Chet Baker, Julie London and Bobby Troup (to name a few); all the while, weaving never before heard stories of the original cast of ...

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Matt Herskowitz to Perform Music from New Solo Piano Album, Upstairs, at DROM on Tuesday, March 19

Source: DL Media
February 19, 2013

"...technically flawless, light years advanced harmonically... Matt is a giant." —Dave Brubeck Pianist/Composer Matt Herskowitz is scheduled to make a solo piano performance at DROM in New York City on Tuesday, March 19 at 7:15pm. The performance will be in support of his recently released Justin Time Records album, Upstairs. As a followup to 2010′s acclaimed Jerusalem Trilogy (also released on Justin Time Records), pianist-composer Matt Herskowitz showcases the art of solo piano on Upstairs, recorded before a live audience ...

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Pianist/Composer Yelena Eckemoff to Perform at Birdland in Support of Upcoming Album, Glass Song Tuesday, March 26 at 8:30 and 11:00PM

Source: DL Media
February 19, 2013

Performance Features Bassist Arild Andersen and Drummer Billy Hart Pianist/Composer Yelena Eckemoff is scheduled to perform at Birdland in New York City on Tuesday, March 26 at 8:30 and 11:00PM. The performances will be in support of her upcoming L&H Productions album, Glass Song (available February 19). Eckemoff will be joined by bassist Arild Andersen and drummer Billy Hart. On her new album, Glass Song, Moscow-born pianist/composer Yelena Eckemoff celebrates the season of renewal that ushers winter into spring with ...

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The George Kahn Trio Performs With Guest Vocalist Gina Saputo March 6

Source: Imaginary Friends
February 19, 2013

Los Angeles favorite, Jazz Pianist George Kahn will be performing at Vitello’s in Studio City, on Wednesday, March 6th. Appearing along with George, will be Special Guest, Singer Gina Saputo. The trio will be rounded out Dan Lutz on bass and Jack LeCompte on drums. There will be one set only, starting at 8 PM. There is a $15. Cover and there are student tickets available (call the club for information). UPSTAIRS AT VITELLO’S JAZZ CLUB 4349 Tujunga ...

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Saxophonist Bob Pollitt Quartet In Collingswood NJ Thurs. March 6th!

Source: Jim Miller
February 18, 2013

Jazz Bridge in Collingswood! presents saxophonist Bob Pollitt and his quartet, appearing at the Collingswood Community Center—30 Collings Avenue in Collingswood, New Jersey—on Thursday, March 7th. Tickets are $10, $5 for students, and are available only at the door. Show time is 7:30. Information: 215-517-8337. Bob Pollitt has been deemed a legend for his tenor saxophone sound as big as a house, an unparalleled feeling for everything from ballads and bop to blues and funk, while continuing to be stylistically ...

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