Performance / Tour News

New CD, Braden-Rapp: The Strayhorn Project at Blues Alley

Source: Michael Ricci
December 9, 2009

There's a brand new CD out featuring Don Braden on saxophone and flute, Mark Rapp on trumpet, GRAMMY nominated Gerald Clayton on piano, Sachal Vasandani on vocals, Rene Hart on bass and Greg Gonzalez on drums. The record is the brainchild of celebrated producer Billy Terrell and is comprised of modern, contemporary arrangements from the Billy Strayhorn songbook. The band is built upon the artist roster of Gail Boyd, entertainment lawyer turned manager and mainstay in the world of jazz ...

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Guitarist Charlie Hunter to Play Seattle's Jazz Alley

Source: Seattle Jazz Scene
December 7, 2009

Like a snake shedding its skin, guitarist Charlie Hunter creates a new band every time he gets restless and feels a growth spurt coming on. But no matter what instrumentation or players he assembles, Hunter is dedicated to what he calls “rhythm music," organized around his ever-evolving conception of the groove. He introduces his latest project on Tuesday when he opens a two-night run at Jazz Alley with a quintet featuring slyly funky drummer Eric Kalb and three horns. Kalb ...

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Bassekou Kouyate and Ngoni Ba: New Album, 2010 Tour w/ Bela

Source: JamBase
December 6, 2009

BASSEKOU KOUYATE AND NGONI BA SET TO RELEASE SPEAK FULA, EMBARK ON EXTENSIVE 2010 U.S. TOUR

Bassekou Kouyate & Ngoni Ba are releasing their second album, I Speak Fula, through iTunes on December 1, and then physically through Sub Pop on February 2, 2010. February 2 also marks the beginning of a lengthy, coast-to-coast U.S. tour that will see Bela Fleck supporting through mid-March.

Bassekou Kouyate and Ngoni Ba Tour Dates Bassekou Kouyate & Ngoni Ba 02/02, Tue: ...

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Norah Jones: 2010 Tour Dates

Source: JamBase
December 6, 2009

NORAH JONES ANNOUNCES 2010 U.S. TOUR DATES IN SUPPORT OF HER ACCLAIMED NEW ALBUM THE FALL

Norah Jones Multiple Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Norah Jones has announced U.S. tour dates in support of her critically-acclaimed new album The Fall, which was released by EMI's Blue Note Records on November 17. The 36-city tour will kick off March 5, 2010. All tour dates listed below. A select number of shows will go on sale beginning Friday, December 4. Ticketing information ...

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Jazz St. Louis Announces More Bookings for Jazz at the Bistro

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
December 6, 2009

Jazz St. Louis has announced the lineup of local bands and musicians who will round out the schedule for Jazz at the Bistro during the first part of 2010.Note that all of these bookings are in addition to the season schedule of touring artists previously announced. Here's what's on tap for the new year:Friday, January 15 & Saturday, January 16:Kim MassieFriday, January 29 & Saturday, January 30:Brian OwensFriday, ...

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Jazz This Week: Kurt Elling, Bobby Watson, Steve Davis with William Lenihan, Erin Bode, and More

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
December 6, 2009

The beginnings of winter weather seem to be blowing into St. Louis this week, but as long as you're properly bundled up, there are several jazz and creative music events happening over the next few days that certainly justify braving the elements.First up is singer Kurt Elling's return to Jazz at the Bistro, where he'll appear through Saturday night. Along with his usual trio headed by the fine pianist Laurence Hobgood, Elling will be accompanied by St. Louis ...

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Vocalist Beat Kaestli @ Blue Note, NYC December 13th, Feat. Aria Hendricks and Victor Prieto

Source: Michael Ricci
December 6, 2009

Vocalist & Bandleader Beat Kaestli will be performing with his group at The Blue Note in New York City on December13th, 2009 in celebration of his newest release “Far From Home - A Tribute to European Song" - Brunch sets at 12:30 PM & 2:30 PM.

“Soulful, sensitive singing. I am impressed by Beat Kaestli's CD and I look forward to hearing more!" -Legendary Vocalist Jon Hendricks

Beat Kaestli, voice Aria Hendricks, voice Victor Prieto, accordion ...

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Joshua Redman at Chris' Jazz Cafe on December 10 & 11, 2009

Source: All About Jazz
December 5, 2009

Joshua Redman's new band, James Farm, featuring Aaron Parks, Matt Penman, and Eric Harland will be performing at Chris' Jazz Cafe on December 10 and 11, 2009.

JAMES FARM Joshua Redman - saxophone Aaron Parks - piano Matt Penman - bass Eric Harland - drums

December 10 & 11, 2009 Sets @ 8 & 10 PM Chris' Jazz Cafe 1421 Sansom St ...

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