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In Boston, Live Jazz at the Langham Hotel on Wednesday, May 4 with Ada Pasternak
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MassJazz: Jazz in Massachusetts
Violinist Ada Pasternak is performing on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at BOND Lounge at the Langham Boston Hotel from 7:00-10:00 p.m. Born in Moscow, Russia, Pasternak moved to the United States and studied with her aunt, Aysa Meshberg in New York. She received a Presidential Scholarship to Berklee College of Music, where she studied performance. Located at the Langham Boston Hotel, the BOND Restaurant & Lounge is open seven days a week, offering gourmet sandwiches for lunch, afternoon tea, and ...
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Maceo Parker | Santa Barbara | Review | Pics
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JamBase
By L. Paul Mann Maceo Parker made it clear early on in his set at UCSB on a sleepy Sunday night that he plays funk music not jazz. In witty banter with the audience, he jokingly said, “I love jazz, especially when I am reading a book or washing a car." Then to accentuate his point, the feisty saxophonist launched into a soft jazz duet with his brilliant pianist Will Boulware, which he interrupted with the quip, “We don't do ...
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Avram Fefer Trio CD Release Show May 9th featuring Michael Bisio and Chad Taylor
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Avram Fefer
Celebrating the release of Eliyahu (NotTwo Records), Avram's tenth recording as a leader. A trio recording featuring long-time collaborators, bassist Eric Revis and drummer Chad Taylor—Eliyahu picks up where their last recording, Ritual (Clean Feed Records) left off.... with killer grooves, memorable tunes, and potent improvisations. For this performance, the bass chair will be filled by bassist exrtraordinaire Michael Bisio. Monday, May 9th @ 9pm (one set only)—$10 CSV Cultural Center 107 Suffolk St # 312 ...
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Pianist Steve Kuhn and Saxophonist Daniel Bennett Play Double Bill at the Triad (NYC) on May 27th
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Daniel Bennett
On Friday, May 27th, New York's acclaimed Triad Theatre (158 West 72nd Street) presents a special jazz concert, featuring a solo performance by pianist Steve Kuhn and a performance by Saxophonist Daniel Bennett and his band. Steve Kuhn will perform selections from his critically acclaimed album, “Mostly Coltrane" on the ECM label. The Daniel Bennett Group will perform selections from their newest album, “Peace and Stability Among Bears." Advance discounted tickets are available for purchase at brownpapertickets.com. Tickets are available ...
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Don't Just Tour a Market. Live That Market...
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Digital Music News
It's not touring that's important, it's HOW you're touring. And according to some of the most successful managers and artist development executives, the secret is to really sink your teeth into the territory. That means NOT passing through, saying 'hi-bye' and expecting an impact. “You won't be in the fabric," Glassnote Entertainment founder Daniel Glass warned an audience at MusExpo in Hollywood on Monday. The Glassnote roster includes Phoenix, Mumford & Sons, Temper Trap, and Two Door Cinema Club, success ...
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John Payne Sax Choir Performing at Ryles on Tuesday, May 3 for Two Shows
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MassJazz: Jazz in Massachusetts
The John Payne Quartet is reuniting with the 35-member John Payne Saxophone Choir for a special reunion concert on Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at Ryles Jazz Club in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Show time is 8:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online. Payne is renowned in the Boston area as a performer (flute, soprano,alto and tenor sax) and as an educator. He was a studio musician on Van Morrison's seminal album, Astral Week, and played on ...
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Monte Carlo Jazz Ensemble Performing at Sherborn Inn on Tuesday, May 3
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MassJazz: Jazz in Massachusetts
Classic jazz group Monte Carlo Jazz Ensemble is performing at the Sherborn Inn on Tuesday, May 3, 2011 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Led by pianist Robin Vedier and featuring clarinetist Craig Ball, Monte Carlo plays the music of Irving Berlin, Jelly Roll Morton and others from the early days of jazz. Located at 33 North Main Street in Sherborn, the Sherborn Inn has an excellent series of jazz on Tuesday evenings and other nights throughout the year featuring top ...
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Seaport Boston Hotel Introducing Live Jazz at Tamo Bar and Terrace Starting on Tuesday, May 3
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MassJazz: Jazz in Massachusetts
The Tamo Bar and Terrace at Seaport Boston Hotel is welcoming the Lance Houston Jazz Quartet to perform Tuesday nights on the Terrace throughout the summer, starting on Tuesday, May 3, 2011, at 6:00 p.m. Overlooking Boston's waterfront in the Seaport District, Tamo is an upscale, popular spot for local residents and visitors, with a menu created by renowned chef Rachel Klein. It's located in the Seaport Boston Hotel, one of the city's finest hotels, right next to the World ...
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