Event News

"Women of Jazz, a Celebration" Contemporary Realism in Oil By Riki R.Nelson

Source: All About Jazz
July 7, 2007

This exhibition of original oil paintings by R. R. Nelson, is an homage to the beauty and uniqueness of Jazz Divas, and includes such subjects as Rita Coolidge, Roseanne Vitro and Paula West.

Riki R. Nelson paints only jazz musicians and singers she has personally encountered. She works exclusively from her own sketches, photos, “mental pictures" and inspiration. The Artist's goal is as much to paint the spirit of the ...

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Josh Irving Group CD Release Party July 12 at Smalls

Source: All About Jazz
July 7, 2007

The Josh Irving Quintet will be celebrating the release of their new recording A Common Thread on Thursday, July 12, 2007 at Smalls in the West Village (183 West 10th Street at 7th Ave). Joining Josh Irving will be a stellar band with George Dulin on Piano, Danny Zanker on Bass, and Bryson Kern on Drums and special guest Dan Pratt on Tenor Saxophone. The group will be performing selections from the CD as well as some brand new material. ...

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Tuesdays on the Terrace: Andre Earles Quartet at Chicago's MCA

Source: All About Jazz
July 6, 2007

Tuesdays on the Terrace presents another inspiring season of free evening jazz concerts on the MCA's Terrace and Sculpture Garden. Hosted by local radio personalities, visitors are invited to enjoy cocktails and appetizers with cheese, crackers, and fruit or full dinner while listening to Chicago's finest jazz musicians. Dinner reservations at Puck's are recommended, call 312.397.4034. In case of rain, the event takes place in Puck's.

Tuesdays on the Terrace: Andre Earles Quartet Tuesday, July 24 ...

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Jane Monheit Featured at Usdan's 40th, August 1

Source: Reva Cooper
July 6, 2007

Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts, America's premier summer arts day camp, will celebrate its 40th Anniversary Season with its 40th Gala Concert on Wednesday August 1 from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The season opened on June 25, with a concert by Dr. Billy Taylor, coming out of retirement and performing with his trio for the occasion.

Celebrated jazz singer and former Usdanite Jane Monheit, an alumna of the Center, will be the featured artist at Usdan's ...

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Renowned Keyboardist Dr. Scott Tibbs to Join Greg Parman July 21 in Santa Ana

Source: All About Jazz
July 6, 2007

World-renowned keyboardist and arranger, Dr. Scott Tibbs, joins Greg Parman and his All-Star Band for one night only at the OC Pavillion located in the heart of the Santa Ana Arts District. This night represents the first collaboration between these two musicians. The show will be held July 21st, 2007, with the performance beginning at 8:00 PM.

Scott Tibbs holds a Ph.D. in Music Composition from UCLA. He has performed with well-known artists such as Dizzy Gilespie, Bobby Shew, Chuck ...

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Jazz Museum Honors Pianist Norman Simmons Thursday, July 12th

Source: Jim Eigo, Jazz Promo Services
July 6, 2007

The National Jazz Museum in Harlem 104 East 126th Street New York, NY 10035 212 348-8300

The Jazz Museum Honors Pianist Norman Simmons

Norman Simmons, Pianist Thursday, July 12, 2007 6:30-8:30 p.m.

This series is free and open to the public.

Pianist Norman Simmons is a consummate musician, best known for his ability to connect with jazz singers like Carmen McRae, Anita O'Day, and Joe Williams. Much more ...

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Summer Jazz Concert Series in Harlem

Source: All About Jazz
July 5, 2007

Casa Frela Gallery Presents Summer Jazz Concert Series in Harlem

Casa Frela Gallery 47 West 119th Street NY, N.Y. 10026 212-722-8577 Fax: 565-342-9038

Featuring Octavio Kotan & Xiomara Laugart July 14th 8:00PM-10:00PM

The son of one of Cuba's most legendary guitarists, Octavio Kotan's remarkable career reflects the richness of the three cities he has made home during his lifetime: Havana, Madrid, and currently, New ...

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Bassist Joe Martin Signs to Great Moon Records

Source: All About Jazz
July 2, 2007

Great Moon Records Proudly announces the signing of Basist Joe Martin. Inspired since the days of Motown, 53 year old Joe Martin's track record dates back to the early 70's. A native of Wareham, Massachussetts. Martin started out performing with Saxophonist Eric Walker in New York City and since then he's plucked his fender Bass accross the country. With his first solo debut currently in its creative process, Joe Martin has been working in the studio with saxophonist Victor Valente, ...

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