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Curtis Fuller - Live in Chicago

Source: Riffs on Jazz by John Anderson
September 26, 2010

While on vacation last week, I had the pleasure of catching legendary hard bop trombonist Curtis Fuller at Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago on September 16. Andy's, just north of the Loop, was founded in 1951 by Andy Rizzuto and it is still one of the best places to hear jazz in Chicago, every day of the week. My friend Tim and I were sitting at a table literally abutting the front of the stage, with Fuller and his quintet ...

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Chicago Live Jazz Music (September 24 - October 1, 2010) Schedule

Source: JAZZzology by Richard Watters
September 26, 2010

Here is what's happening with the live music Chicago Jazz Scene for the dates September 24th thru October 1st, 2010... (image: Hyde Park Jazz Fest Logo—http://hydeparkjazzfesival.org/) Andy's Jazz Club11 East Hubbard St. Chicago, IL 60611 312.642.6805 ANDY'S WEEKENDS FRIDAY & SATURDAY HEADLINERS! $10 Admission until 8:30 pm; $15 Admission after 8:30 pm Upcoming performances September & October Sundays׫pm Jordan Baskin Trio / 9pm Andy's Jam Session Mondays׫ pm Chicago Jazz Orchestra / 9pm Guy King's Organ Trio Tuesdays׫pm Zona Sul ...

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Chris Botti, Paula Cole, Danilo Perez Headline Busy Friday Night of Jazz in Boston, September 24

Source: MassJazz: Jazz in Massachusetts
September 24, 2010

Boston is brimming with jazz tonight with artists Chris Botti, Paula Cole, Danilo Perez and others in the middle of the city's 10th annual Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival now underway. Trumpeter Chris Botti is performing at the Citi Performing Arts Center, Wang Theatre tonight at 8:00 p.m. Since 2004 he has been the largest selling American jazz instrumentalist in the world. He has performed and recorded with many great artists, including Frank Sinatra, Sting, Michael Buble and Joni Mitchell. Tickets ...

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Dave Brubeck Cancels St. Louis Concert

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
September 25, 2010

This just in: Pianist Dave Brubeck (pictured) has canceled his St. Louis performance that had been scheduled for Sunday, October 17 at the Sheldon Concert Hall. Here's the text of the news release StLJN received from the Sheldon:“Due to health reasons, Dave Brubeck has been advised by his doctors to avoid travelling and performing at this time, and therefore must cancel his appearance at The Sheldon on October 17. Ticket buyers may request a refund for the face value of ...

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Great Women In Music and the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture

Source: 319 Public Relations
September 26, 2010

On October 22, 2010 at 7PM Great Women In Music in partnership with the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture under the leadership of its Director Howard Dodson, will honor Gloria Lynne for her 50 Years of Musical Excellence. Known for her rich tone and regal manner, Gloria Lynne is the first artist ever to be simultaneously listed on the Pop, Jazz and R&B charts. Ms. Lynne is a perennial performer, composer, and author that has been recognized as ...

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Amanda King debuts in NYC at Jazz at Lincoln Center and The Metropolitan Room

Source: Amanda King
September 26, 2010

SAN FRANCISCO, CA—Jazz and cabaret singer Amanda King will make her New York City debut with two important shows on October 7th and 8th. Invited to sing at the Opening Night Gala of the 21st New York Cabaret Convention presented by The Mabel Mercer Foundation, King is the only west coast based singer to join the Thursday October 7th evening star-studded lineup of veteran entertainers including Andrea Marcovicci, Barbara Carroll, and Marilyn Maye who will receive “The Mabel Award" that ...

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This Week in Jazz History: September 23 to September 29

Source: Riffs on Jazz by John Anderson
September 24, 2010

September 23 Saxophonist/composer John Coltrane born 1926 in Hamlet, NC. Saxophonist/composer Frank Foster born 1928 in Cincinnati OH. Pianist/vocalist Ray Charles born 1930 in Albany, GA. September 24 Trumpeter Fats Navarro born 1923 in Key West, FL. Bassist Charles Mingus records Let My Children Hear Music, 1971. Sarah Vaughan records My Funny Valentine 1973. September 25 Saxophonist Sam Rivers born 1923 in El Reno, OK. Woodwind expert Garvin Bushell born 1902 in Springfield, OH. Saxophonist Lee Konitz records Duets with ...

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Phish: NYE in NYC Warm up in Worcester

Source: JamBase
September 24, 2010

RING IN NEW YEAR WITH 3 NIGHTS AT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN At the end of December, Phish returns to the road for a five-show Holiday/NYE Run, beginning with two nights in Worcester and ending with three nights at Madison Square Garden in New York. Not only will the New York City run include a three-set New Year's Eve show but, for the first time in Phish History, the band will perform on January 1st. PHISH NEW YEAR'S RUN 2010-2011 12/27 ...

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