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The Lead Sheet: Twin Cities Live Jazz, May 27-June 2

Source: JazzINK by Andrea Canter
May 27, 2016

The Twin Cities Jazz Festival is now just four weeks away from its official opening at Mears Park, and it seems bands and performers all over the metro are warming up! The holiday weekend is generally on the slow side, but nevertheless, there's a diversity of jazz offerings from Minneapolis to St Paul and points beyond. Enjoy a family barbecue along the way! Big Gigs This Week Friday, May 27. Maud Hixsonreturns to Parma 8200 with Rick Carlson and Gordy ...

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Jazz this week: Freddy Cole & Harry Allen, Eric Marienthal, The New Mastersounds, and more

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
May 25, 2016

There are a number of notable shows from visiting jazz and creative music performers coming up this week in St. Louis, offering something for fans of genres ranging from straight-ahead swing to fusion to experimental, free improv, and more. Let's go to the highlights... Wednesday, May 25 Pianist and singer Freddy Cole and his band, teamed once again with tenor saxophonist Harry Allen, return to Jazz at the Bistro for the first evening of a four-night engagement continuing through Saturday. ...

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The Lead Sheet: Twin Cities Live Jazz, May 20-26

Source: JazzINK by Andrea Canter
May 20, 2016

I just returned from five days in New York, where I saw six shows at four venues. I need that overdose now and then, but I think we really have the ideal jazz scene here: lots of choices but seldom overwhelming, and the quality of the music is right up there with the Big Apple! We have some great music this week—- from former residents, a popular long-timer, an exciting solo piano CD release, and a fundraiser reunion of some ...

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Jazz this week: Peter Martin, Bobby Watson & Angela Hagenbach, Rhys Chatham, and more

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
May 18, 2016

This week's lineup of jazz and creative music performances in St. Louis includes a rare nightclub appearance by a favorite hometown pianist, several noteworthy touring performers, and a rather eclectic selection of tribute shows. Let's go to the highlights.... Wednesday, May 18 Pianist Peter Martin will lead his trio for the first of two nights at Jazz at the Bistro, the first time he's played the room since it was expanded and renovated in 2014. Martin will be joined by ...

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Tribute To Mario Lanza In Classical-Jazz Presentation On May 24 At Symphony Space!

Source: Scott H. Thompson
May 12, 2016

This year marks the 95th anniversary of the “Sunny Kid from Philadelphia", by the legendary Mario Lanza. As one of the most beloved singers of all time, his repertoire includes over 800 arias and songs and 7 films. He is remembered and idolized by many as performers and audiences from around the world continue to be inspired by his music. On May 24th, David Gvinianidze and Michael Bulychev-Okser in cooperation with Cultural and Educational Perspectives, Inc. present a program consisting ...

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The Lead Sheet: Twin Cities Live Jazz, May 13-19

Source: JazzINK by Andrea Canter
May 12, 2016

We're well into spring—or perhaps even summer—which means we are building momentum toward the Twin Cities Jazz Festival, about six weeks away! This week we can hear some favorite locals, veteran collaborators with new ensembles, a duo of internationally acclaimed artists who happen to live in the Twin Cities, former residents on leave from the East Coast, and an alumni band featuring one-time high school all-stars. Big Gigs This Week Friday, May 13. Friday the 13th isn't always bad luck! ...

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Jazz this week: Pat Martino, Snarky Puppy, a tribute to Mae Wheeler, and more

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
May 11, 2016

This week's notable jazz and creative music shows in St. Louis include return appearances from a top guitarist and one of the hottest young bands in jazz, plus a rare visit from some prog-rock veterans and a tribute to a fondly remembered local vocalist and mentor. Let's go to the highlights... Wednesday, May 11 Guitarist Pat Martino returns to St. Louis for the first of four nights continuing through Saturday at Jazz at the Bistro. Martino's guitar/organ/drums trio continues to ...

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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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