Event News

Jazz Great Barbara Morrison to Headline at Hands for Africa: Reach for the Sky Benefit

Source: Michael Ricci
March 15, 2010

Hands for Africa is honored to announce the addition of Jazz and Blues great, Barbara Morrison to the Reach for the Sky event to benefit amputee victims in Haiti and Sierra Leone. Fresh off a 33 US City tour, co-headlining in an all-star tribute to legendary composer Harold Arlen (most recognizable for his genius behind the music for the classic film, The Wizard of Oz), Ms. Morrison now celebrates her 30th year in the music industry. She will perform with ...

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Special Kirk Whalum Event at Stax Museum March 16th!

Source: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
March 15, 2010

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The G Project Perform World Premieres of Renowned Jazz and Contemporary Fusion Composers in London.

Source: Michael Ricci
March 15, 2010

THE G PROJECT is an exciting and virtuosic new collaboration between classical cellist Gabriella Swallow and percussionist Genevieve Wilkins. Both musicians are renowned for breaking the boundaries of the perceived classical stereotype and their union in the G Project is no exception.

The G Project's vibrant and individual performing style is continually reflected in exciting new commissions. The duo's upcoming concert will feature world premieres of new commissions by acclaimed British fusion composer Mark-Anthony Turnage and renowned and diverse jazz ...

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New Music Seminar NYC Expands to 3 Days in July

Source: HypeBot
March 13, 2010

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Hot Java Cool Jazz - March 19

Source: Seattle Jazz Scene
March 13, 2010

Starbucks Presents HOT JAVA COOL JAZZ Five amazing high school jazz bands. One great cause.

On March 19, 2010, five of the top high school jazz bands will take the stage at the Paramount Theatre in support of their school music programs. The will step it up. Will you? Help us support music education. For 15 years, Starbucks has presented Hot Java Cool Jazz as a way to help local high school music programs ...

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Benefit for Chile March 20

Source: Kim Smith Public Relations
March 12, 2010

Claudia Acuna & (le) Poisson Rouge presents MUSIC FOR CHILE: A Benefit Concert Hosted by Ambassador Heraldo Muoz

CLAUDIA ACUNA BAND featuring JON COWHERD, piano; MARK KELLEY, bass; YAYO SERKA, drums; JUANCHO HERRERA, guitar; plus special guest MESHELL NDEGEOCELLO

Also featuring EVA AYLLON, DAVID GILMORE, JASON LINDNER, and PABLO VERGARA QUARTET

SATURDAY, MARCH 20, 2010: 7pm doors open; 7:30pm 9:30pm performances; $20 suggested donation/tickets; 100% of proceeds will go to Chilean Relief!

Chilean vocalist and composer Claudia Acuna, together with ...

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Vocalist DeeAnne Gorman's March Music

Source: Michael Ricci
March 11, 2010

"...daffodils That come before the swallow dares, and take The winds of March with beauty." ("The Winter's Tale" - William Shakespeare, 1623)

Listed below are DeeAnne Gorman's appearances this March 2010: SATURDAY 3/6 - 8pm DeeAnne Gorman, vocalist (w/AC Haley on acoustic bass) Cheryl King Productions' “Forbidden Kiss: The Series" STAGE LEFT STUDIO 438 W. 37th St. (bet. 9th & 10th Aves.), 5A - ...

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Jazz Bakery Preps for Return

Source: Michael Ricci
March 10, 2010

After nearly 20 years of bringing world class jazz to the Los Angeles area, the non-profit jewel of a music venue, the Jazz Bakery, had to close its doors at the end of May 2009. The inexorable forces of the real estate market had determined that another furniture store would displace this vital cultural institution.

But have no fear jazz lovers. The irrepressible, indomitable and indefatigable director of the Jazz Bakery, Ruth Price, has committed her considerable energy and skills ...

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