Event News

Yoham Ortiz Concept Exclusive Record Release Party on the Steamboat Lilac at Pier 40 in NYC

Source: Eye Magnet Group
August 6, 2009

Composer/Producer/Musician Yoham Chiqui Ortiz announces the release party for the debut CD of his trio, Yoham Ortiz Concept. The release party will be held on Thursday August 20th 2009 - 7 p.m. at Pier 40 in Manhattan aboard the Steamboat LILAC - as featured in The New York Times as one of the citys hottest nontraditional venues. With a live performances beginning at sunset (8 p.m.), against the backdrop of the Hudson River and the New York City skyline, the ...

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Jamil Nasser's 77th Birthday Party Bash

Source: Michael Ricci
August 5, 2009

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Drummer Tony Reedus to be Honored at Memphis Celebration and Benefit

Source: Michael Ricci
August 4, 2009

Drummer Anthony “Tony" Reedus, will be honored posthumously in his hometown of Memphis, Tennessee during a special event hosted by Strictly Jazz Entertainment, LLC in conjunction with “Sax on Sunday" on August 9 that will feature local artists and guest performances.

Tony Reedus (1959-2008), who was born and Raised in Memphis, broke onto the international jazz scene after being discovered by late trumpeter Woody Shaw in 1980 during one of Shaw's visits to the Memphis area. Reedus joined Shaw's group ...

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Hollywood Bowl Extravaganza to Reunite Original Members of Return to Forever and All-Star Guests

Source: DL Media
August 4, 2009

Hollywood Bowl Extravaganza to Reunite Original Members of Return to Forever and All-Star Guests Corea, Clarke & White will be joined by vocal great Chaka Khan, violin virtuoso Jean-Luc Ponty and original RTF guitarist Bill Connors on September 2, 2009 Chaka Khan, Jean-Luc Ponty and Bill Connors will take the stage with Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke and Lenny White at the Hollywood Bowl on Sept. 2 for one show only, commencing Corea, Clarke & White's first worldwide trio tour.

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Jazz on the Lawn 2009 Free Concert Series Announcement

Source: Michael Ricci
August 3, 2009

The City of Santa Monica Cultural Affairs Division announces the 4th annual free Jazz on the Lawn series at City Hall. With room for a picnic on the front lawn of Santa Monica City Hall and fresh breezes from the beach nearby, Jazz on the Lawn is the place to be for four Sundays from 5-7pm starting August 9th. The series features free jazz and world music performances from hot talent and future stars. August 9 ...

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Premik Russell Tubbs & Friends @ Beanrunner Cafe

Source: PublicEye
August 1, 2009

PREMIK RUSSELL TUBBS (Happy Birthday Celebration!) & Friends @ BeanRunner Cafe August 1st at 8:00pm (Seating begins at 7:00pm)

The highly praised composer/ arranger/ producer and multi-instrumentalist returns with a talented group of musicians

Peekskill, NY -- Internationally acclaimed composer, arranger, producer and accomplished multi-instrumentalist Premik Russell Tubbs returns to the BeanRunner Caf with his “Friends” on Saturday, August 1st h at 8:00pm, Premik, who has worked with an impressive list of music greats including Carlos Santana, Whitney ...

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Westchester Jazz Orchestra Kicks Off Sixth Season on September 26 with John Scofield

Source: Michael Ricci
July 30, 2009

Westchester, NY -- World-renowned and multi-Grammy-winning jazz saxophonist Joe Lovano calls the Westchester Jazz Orchestra one of the hippest bands on the scene today. This extraordinary group will begin their 2009-10 season with a special guest, guitarist John Scofield, at 8 PM on Sat., Sept. 26 at the Irvington Town Hall Theater, 85 Main Street, Irvington, NY. A pre-concert talk with Mr. Scofield will begin at 7:15.

Gary Walker, Music Director and Morning Show Host at WBGO-FM, is set to ...

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Dianne Reeves Concert in Berkshires on August 2

Source: Michael Ricci
July 30, 2009

Four-time Grammy-winner Dianne Reeves will perform on Sunday, August 2 at 8pm at the the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center (14 Castle Street) in Great Barrington, MA. As a result of her virtuosity, improvisational prowess, and unique jazz and R&B stylings, she was awarded the Grammy for Best Jazz Vocal Performance for three consecutive recordings—a Grammy first in any vocal category. Reeves appeared and performed in George Clooney’sGood Night, and Good Luck, the Academy Award-nominated film that chronicles Edward R. Murrow’s ...

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