Event News

Tepper Galleries Presents Jazz and More

Source: All About Jazz
September 11, 2009

An extensive collection of autographs, photographs, and other memorabilia will go up for auction at Tepper Galleries, New York's oldest private auction house.

Some of these images of various actors, musicians, and celebrities are well known while others have never before been seen publicly.

Featured artists include: Kenny Burrell, Peter Noone, Paul Kelly, Jack Kramer, Steve Allen, Steve Owen, Ann Rutherford, Ann Sheridan, Sonny Dunham, Ray Kellog, Lou Rawls, Xavier Cugat, Blue Baron, Jimmy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Guy ...

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Bill Kreutzmann Joins Tortugas

Source: JamBase
September 11, 2009

GRATEFUL DEAD PERCUSSION MARVEL TO BE HONORED GUEST AT THIS YEAR'S LAS TORTUGAS HALLOWEEN WEEKEND GATHERING

Bill Kreutzmann The 4th annual installment of Las Tortugas - Dance of the Dead, taking place October 29 - November 1 in Yosemite, CA, is very proud to announce that the legendary drummer and co-founder of the Grateful Dead, Bill Kreutzmann, will be the Honored Guest for this year's festival. After honoring the Dead's legacy the past two years with sizzling performances ...

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Pony Boy Jazz Picnic This Sunday

Source: Seattle Jazz Scene
September 10, 2009

Pony Boy Records Sixth Annual JAZZ PICNIC Sunday, September 13, noon to 5:00 Sandpoint Magnuson Park Garden Amphitheatre 7400 Sandpoint Way NE, Seattle, WA Enter at Sandpoint Way & 74th.v FREE, donations accepted at the the tip jar

Summer is making a reprise in Seattle, so pack a picnic and enjoy an afternoon of live jazz in the park.

Over 60 musicians... PONY BOY ALL-STAR BIG BAND, JAY THOMAS/BILL RAMSAY ANTISEPTIC SEPTET, ...

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Mark Rapp Group to Play Miles Davis' "Bitches Brew"

Source: Two for the Show Media
September 9, 2009

Paved Earth Music presents a triple bill evening at NY hot-spot DROM culminating in the presentation of Miles Davis' Bitches Brew. Returning to NY for this special evening, PEM recording artist Mark Rapp says, “One of my first demo CDs I recorded in NY, although not directly influenced by Bitches Brew, is directly within it's experimental and ambient vibe; so, I'm very excited to delve into this music and pay homage to the brilliant artist Miles Davis is. In honor ...

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Philadelphia Charitable Concert Tribute to Billie Holiday: October 4, 2009

Source: All About Jazz
September 4, 2009

Fine and Mellow: Lady Day Remembered in Song. A Philadelphia Tribute to Billie Holiday

An Upcoming Musical and Charitable Event: Sunday evening, October 4, 2009, 7:00pm; at Church of St. Luke and the Epiphany; 13th and Pine Steet, Center City, Philadelphia. (An open reception with the musicians fill follow the concert.) This exciting jazz event will be a Benefit Concert for Mercy Hospice and the Roof Replacement Project of the Church of St. Luke and the Epiphany on the fiftieth ...

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Rossland Old Fire Hall Jazz Festival - September 23-27

Source: Michael Ricci
September 4, 2009

1 Heritage Fire Hall 5 Nights of Incredible Jazz 25 World-class Musicians 100 Lucky People For five incredible nights - September 23rd to 27th, the Old Fire Hall in Rossland will be transformed into a portal of World-class Jazz set in the warm acoustics of one of Rossland's most treasured heritage buildings filled with 100 lucky people. Visit our site to find out more about the amazing talent lined up for our First Annual ...

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Santana's Supernatural Trumpeter, Bill Ortiz, Announces CD Release Party a Diverse Musical Journey Comes to Yoshi's Oakland, September 28, 2009

Source: PRThatRocks.com
September 3, 2009

Santana’s Supernatural Trumpeter, Bill Ortiz, Announces CD Release Party A Diverse Musical Journey Comes to Yoshi’s Oakland, September 28, 2009 September 3, 2009 – SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Bill Ortiz, a legendary name synonymous to San Francisco’s music scene, who has been receiving nothing but accolades for his debut CD, From Where I Stand since it was released on July 12, 2009 announces his CD release party at Yoshi’s Oakland, on Monday, September 28, 2009. Bill’s sweet full tone, and ...

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Gospel Jazz Brunch @ Gospel Uptown (NYC) Every Saturday 12-4pm

Source: Michael Ricci
September 3, 2009

Come out to NY's best place for fine dining, entertainment and inspiration Gospel Uptown every Saturday from 12pm-4pm for the Gospel Jazz Brunch. Gospel Uptown is located at 2110 7th Avenue (Adam Clayton Powell Blvd) right off 125th Street. Our pre-fixe menu which provides an appetizer, meal, dessert and live entertainment. Every week's performing artist are world class singers and musicians as well as out own Gospel Jazz Groove Band. Bring your family and your special occasion to Gospel Uptown. ...

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