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New School Jazz at Sweet Rhythm: Jesse Boykins III and the Beauty Created

Source: All About Jazz
September 5, 2008

Described as rhythmic, infectious, and ‘feel good’ music, the performance by Jesse Boykins III and The Beauty Created includes Jeremy Most on guitar, Earl Travis on bass, Kenneth Whalum III on tenor sax, Saunder Sermons on trombone, Marion Ross III on trumpet, and Ethan Goldbourne on keys. Sets begin at 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.

Location: Sweet Rhythm 88 Seventh Avenue (south of Christopher Street)

Admission: [Sweet Rhythm]$10 cover + $10 food and drink minimum

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Corea and McLaughlin: Jazz Legends to Perform in Turkey's Capital

Source: All About Jazz
September 5, 2008

Jazz legends, Chick Corea and John McLaughlin, will give a concert in Turkish capital Ankara next month as part of their European tour that reunited the artists after 30 years since they played with Miles Davis in the 1970s. Playing as the “Chick Corea and John McLaughlin Five Peace Band", including Kenny Garrett on saxophone, Christian McBride on bass and Vinny Colaiuta on drums, the set will showcase more than four decades of their collective musical history on Oct. 31. ...

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Jazz This Week: "Peanuts" Whalum's 80th Birthday Party, Craig Russo Latin Jazz Project, St. Louis Art Fair, ST. Louis Jazz Club Picnic, and More

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
September 5, 2008

Now that the fall presenting season is officially getting underway, there's more and more jazz and creative music to be heard on St. Louis' concert and club stages. This week's highlights start with singer/pianist/saxophonist Hugh “Peanuts" Whalum's 80th birthday party, which begins at 7:00 p.m. Sunday at Brandt's Cafe and Red Carpet Lounge. Of course, Whalum (pictured), a much-loved and respected part of the St. Louis music scene for more than 50 years, will perform, backed by his trio featuring ...

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Dave Allen Quartet at 55 Bar

Source: All About Jazz
September 4, 2008

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Pete Malinverni's Solo Piano Performance at River Cafe

Source: All About Jazz
September 3, 2008

Don't miss this opportunity to catch one of six solo piano performances by one of New York's most inventive composers, Pete Malinverni. Pete will perform at The River Cafe, one of the most popular restaurants in NYC, which offers the best view in New York, of Lower Manhattan and the East River, including the Statue of Liberty. Dates/Times Sunday, September 7th 7pm-12 midnight Wednesday, September 10th 7pm-12 midnight ...

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9th Annual Americana Music Festival & Conference, Nashville Convention Center

Source: Just Roots PR
September 3, 2008

The 9th annual Americana Music Festival and Conference will bring over 1000 artists and industry professionals together from all over the world, representing all facets of our genre, to the Nashville Convention Center and premiere venues throughout the city from September 17 - September 20.

The AMA Festival will feature up to 60 showcase or performance slots for both established and emerging artists. These opportunities include both daytime slots and off-site evening showcases on three nights.

By day, the Americana ...

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Rock Financial Showplace Launches First Annual Metro Music Expo

Source: Just Roots PR
September 3, 2008

Musicians and music lovers of all ages and skill levels will not want to miss the first annual Metro Music Expo, September 12-14 at the Rock Financial Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave in Novi, MI.

The MME is a weekend jam packed with music, education, networking and fun! Show hours will be Friday 4-9 pm, Saturday 12-9 pm and Sunday 12-6 pm. Admission is $10 per day and $25 for a weekend pass. Special discounts are available at metromusicexpo.com. 248.348.5600 ...

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Jazz St. Louis Seeks Volunteers for Art Fair Booth This Weekend

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
September 3, 2008

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