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PATRICIA BARBER SET TO RELEASE HER CONCORD DEBUT, SMASH, JANUARY
22, 2013
On Smash, her January 22, 2013 debut on Concord Jazz, Patricia
Barber reiterates her unique position in modern music as a jazz
triple-threat imaginative pianist, startling vocalist, and
innovative composer (international release dates may vary). With a
new band and a dozen new compositions, she also continues her
two-decade crusade to retrieve the ground that jazz musicians long
ago ceded to pop and rock: the realm of the intelligent and
committed singer-songwriter, tackling even familiar subjects (like
love and loss) with a nuance and depth beyond the limits of the
Great American Songbook.
Much of Barbers magic lies in setting these words to music as
fully evocative as it is coolly provocative. Many of her
arrangements attain a thrilling friction between style and
substance. (For a defining example, turn to Redshift, in which
Barber weds the science-geek lyric itself a miraculous marriage of
physics and love to the gentle lull of a bossa-nova beat.)
Throughout the album, her Chicago-based quartet comprising the
superlative rhythm team of bassist Larry Kohut and drummer Jon
Deitemyer, with the edgy and arresting John Kregor on guitars
functions as a translucent extension of Barbers own musicality,
while her piano work enjoys a prominence that some of her newer
fans may not previously have experienced.
After her long association with Premonition and then Blue Note
Records, Barber self-released her two most recent albums recorded
at Chicagos legendary Green Mill, her weekly showcase for more than
two decades and had no plans to sign with anyone else at this point
in her career. I didnt have a contract, or even a recording in
mind, she states. I assumed that when I had a group of ten or so
new songs I would probably put it out myself. Halfway through this
process, Barber received an offer from Concord, which she promptly
turned down: I was really enjoying the freedom of not having a
label, especially in this environment, and just doing what I always
do trying to advance myself musically, practicing a lot, and
locking in on what I consider a really good band.
But the persistence of Concord producer Nick Phillips won out.
He came to see me, and he reminded me so much of Bruce Lundvall,
Barber recalls, referring to the former Blue Note president with
whom she worked closely. I had been grieving the loss of that
professional relationship. And then Nick mentioned that he has
great respect and admiration for Bruce. So we hit it off
personally, and thats what it takes for me.
Visit Concord Music Group
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WISHING OUR FRIENDS, READERS, AND SUPPORTERS
A JAZZY & HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASONTHANK YOU FOR A GREAT
2012!
FROM THE STAFF OF CHICAGO JAZZ MAGAZINE
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NEW RELEASES 12/24/12
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While many contemporary jazz vocalists use the Great American
Songbook as a canvas for harmonic and rhythmic puzzles, it can be a
breath of fresh air to hear an album that pays homage to the birth
of these beautiful compositions. With a clear tone and a concise
delivery, Sam Fazios new album, I Wish You Love, presents each song
in a way that is reminiscent of its inception on the Broadway
stage. Backed by some of the finest straight-ahead musicians on the
jazz scene, I Wish You Love is a pleasant journey of song with
tasteful and supportive arrangements.
The album features several standards from Broadway and Tin Pan
Alley, with wonderful septet arrangements from Fazios pianist,
Chris White. Fazios voice is attractive with a strong sound and
support. A self-proclaimed crooner, Fazio indeed demonstrates song
interpretations that are reminiscent of seminal crooners such as
Dean Martin and Bing Crosby. In particular, Fazio feature many
chestnut songs that were made famous by Sinatra, including You Do
Something To Me and Ive Got the World on a String. Meanwhile, White
serves not only as a top-notch arranger on the whole album, but
also proves to be a supportive and swinging accompanist over Fazios
vocal stylings.
Although he demonstrates considerable panache throughout, Fazio
shines to a greater extent on the albums ballads. A particularly
unique choice, his final tune is a cover of the 80s hit Missing You
by John Waite. The tune, which fits surprisingly well into the
idiom as a duo ballad between Fazio and Brown, has a melancholy
ethos that seems to embody the intimate longing of the album. Andy
Browns accompaniment is intimate and warm, providing a soft and
romantic foundation for Fazio. The musician line-up is rounded out
by a swinging rhythm section that includes Joe Policastro and Bob
Rummage, and some of the best hornmen in Chicago, including Art
Davis, Jim Massoth and Tim Coffman. Fortunately for the listener,
Fazio gives these wonderful musicians plenty of solo space creating
a terrific balance between his voice stylings and inventive
improvisations. On one or two tunes, such as the Rodgers and Hart
classic I Could Write a Book, Fazio hugs the original melody so
closely that his interpretation comes off as rhythmically stiff.
That aside, I Wish You Love is an emotive and refined nod to the
early vocal jazz crooners.
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CD REVIEWSSAM FAZIO
I WISH YOU LOVEBLUJAZZ
SAM FAZIO, Vocals CHRIS WHITE, Piano JOE POLICASTRO, BassBOB
RUMMAGE, Drums ANDY BROWN , Guitar ART DAVIS,Trumpet
TIM COFFIN, Trombone JIM MASSOTH, Saxophone
Written by Dan Healy
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The Eleventh Hour: Live At The Green Mill features guitarist
John Moulder showcasing his original compositions with a stunning
quintet. To put it succinctly, this recording represents modern
jazz at its best. Moulders compositions are amazingly creative and
stimulating, taking fascinating twists and turns and also giving
his talented bandmates the freedom to explore and take his pieces
in unexpected musical directions.
The group performs Moulders compositions with tremendous skill,
and they musically blend in a way that sounds as if they have been
playing together for several years. Moulder has long been
recognized as one of the finest guitarists in Chicago. On this
recording, his excellent playing contains hues of Abercrombie and
Scofield but he plays with a modernist sparkle all his own. Much
like another great modern guitarist, Pat Metheny, Moulder writes
thoroughly composed tunes with unusual forms and harmonies, as well
as soaring lyrical melodies. Geof Bradfield is one of the top
modern saxophonists on the scene today. He plays virtuosic,
colorful solos and, in particular, it is fascinating to hear him
let the rhythm section play him in certain parts of this recording.
Jim Trompeter ratchets up the intensity of many tunes with his
galvanizing solos. Larry Gray and Paul Wertico display uncanny
musical sympathy, reacting to every musical twist and turn, while
taking excellent solos themselves.
Moulder begins the live recording with a full tilt burner
entitled Proclamation of the Unexpected, followed by African
Sunset, an oblique 5/4 tune that makes great use of the guitarists
pedal effects and features dazzling bass accompaniment from Gray.
Moulder has long been a master of solo guitar intros, as he ably
demonstrates on his masterful introduction to Cold Sea Triptych.
The intro leads to a wonderful swirling guitar ostinato. Only after
wonderful solo turns by Trompeter and Moulder does the tunes main
melody appear, performed by Bradfield.
JOHN MOULDER QUINTETTHE ELEVENTH HOUR: LIVE AT THE GREEN
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JOHN MOULDER, Electric & acoustic Guitars LARRY GRAY,
BassGEOFF BRADFIELD , Szxophones, Bass Clarinet
PAUL WERTICO, Drums JIM TROMPETER, Piano
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A GROUP EFFORTSINGLE MALT RECORDINGS
Spend enough time around me, and youll inevitably hear me go off
on a tangent on how Chicago, once upon a time, was a hotbed for
musicians that played people jazzyou know, the kind of jazz that
anyone could get intothe unwavering ebullience of Pops, Gene Krupa
or Benny Goodman; the earthy grit of the Ramsey Lewis Trio; or the
never ending stream of gutbucket funk for brainiacs that was Eddie
Harris.
Heck, even the punk rock energy that the Vandermark 5 brought to
excitable audiences at the Empty Bottle! For all the insane amount
of talent you can find within the vicinity of any venue in Chicago
or the suburbs that will book jazz bands, sadly, Chicagos Jazz
scene has largely lost its taste for a righteous groove. Chicagos
penchant for that brand of foot tappin, finger snappin, neck movin,
funky, hard grooving jazz has waned, and that makes me want to
weep.
Enter Chris Greene, or, more precisely, The Chris Greene
Quartet. While Greenes name is on the marquee, make no mistake
about itthis is a band. And as a band, theyre able to do things
that pick-up groups and bands relying solely on a solid knowledge
of the Real Book just cant. The interplay is tight, they can and do
turn on a dime, adding in a vamp here, extending a section there
without sounding timid in the slightest. Their book is largely
original, and when they do break out a standard, they make sure you
know whos playing it.
And those originals are tricky, odd-metered, funky and hard
grooving affairs that make you (well, maybe you, but definitely me)
glad that someone has decided that its okay to be solidly funky
within the confines of a straight-ahead jazz band again.
CHRIS GREENE, Saxophones DAMIAN ESPINOSA, KeyboardsMARC PIANE,
Bass STEVE CORLEY, Drums
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rCD REVIEWSMAKAYA McCRAVEN
SPLIT DECISIONCHICAGO SESSIONS
Chicago Sessions strikes again with another all original
program. For this latest release, however, instead of a Chicago
legend like Larry Gray or Paul Wertico theyve tapped one of the
up-and-comers on Chicagos vast jazz scene. Drummer Makaya McCravens
debut disc, Split Decision, is an interesting listen from the first
note, and one that fans of modern jazz will be excited to hear.
Piano trio discs can be daunting endeavors. The history encompassed
in that format is amongst the heaviest in jazz. Classic discs by
Bill Evans, Chick Corea, Bud Powell, Oscar Peterson, Keith Jarrett
and a host of others loom large over todays pianists and their
repertoire. This is why its so refreshing to take a listen to Split
Decision if theres a point of reference to seen, its Esbjrn
Svensson, which makes for an exciting disc full of twists and
turns. None of them are all that unexpected, but the scenery is
nice nonetheless. But this is hardly a retread of ESTs material.
Instead, Makaya and crew bring a very Chicago-esque sense of
earthiness to the proceedings. Tim Seisser is probably to blame at
least a little bit for thathis tone, feel and ideas would not be
out of place on a well thought out modern R&B disc. Andrew
Toombs sense of groove and space is really nice. Keith Jarretts
influence comes to mind, and not just because he scats with his own
playing. And McCraven holds the whole thing down with a lot of
panache, skill and taste. Together, these three are making some
music.
One of the common threads throughout Split Decision is a driving
sense of forward motion to the disc. On Split Decision and Jhos
Beat, no one could call it funk, but youd have to be stiff or dead
to say that they arent funky. Tashas Tune, however, is funky,
driving and pulsating, with some nice tension and release happening
between sections of the tune. McGregor Bay is the epic of the CD,
and it plays like it. The song breathes, it ebbs and flows, and
when it finally catches fire a few minutes in, watch out. And
McCravens solo on this one is beautifulplaying around and working
with ideas coming from Toombs, the trio builds up the song to a
fever pitch, only to bring it back down for a gentle landing.
If more modern jazz sounded this well constructed, I dont think
there would be a need for roundtables concerned about the future of
jazz. Discs like Split Decision (and theyre far too rare) are
outstanding because theyre exciting even at their most mellow. The
group interplay alone is worth the price of admission, and this
ones a no-brainer for fans of groups like EST, The Bad Plus, and
Brad Mehldaus trio.
MAKAYA McCRAVEN, Drums TIM SEISSER, Bass ANDREW TOOMBS Piano
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nYE2013chicago
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Where to celebrateCLUBS & RESTAURANTS
ANDYS JAZZ CLUB
THE JAZZ SHOWCASE
THE GREEN MILL
KATERINAS
FITZGERALDS
M LOUNGE
LITTLE BUCHAREST BISTRO
VIPER ALLEY
HOTELSTHE DRAKE HOTEL
THE HILTON CHICAGO
THE PALMER HOUSE
THE HYATT CHICAGO MAGNIFICENT MILE
OTHER ATTRACTIONSNAVY PIER GRAND BALLROOM AND LAKEVIEW
TERRACE
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IN TheWeek of December 24-31, 2012
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clubsAndys Jazz Club
Bar UmbriagoChicago Chicken & Waffles
FitzGeralds Night ClubThe Green Mill
The Jazz ShowcaseKaterinas
Little Bucharest BistroM Lounge
Viper Alley
click on club name
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roy hargrove Quintet
www.royhargrove.com
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roy hargrove Quintet
GIG OF THE WEEKWEDNESDAY, December 26, 2012-TUESDAY JANUARY 1,
2013 8PM/10PM806 S Plymouth Ct., Chicago, IL (312) 360-0264
www.jazzshowcase.com
the jazz showcase
At 36, trumpeter Roy Hargrove has firmly established himself as
among the premier players in jazz and beyond. Ever-stretching into
more challenging and colorful ways to flex his musical chops,
Hargrove has left indelible imprints in a vast array of artful
settings. During his tenure on the Verve label alone, he has
recorded an album with a hand-picked collection of the worlds
greatest tenor saxophonists (With the Tenors of Our Time), an album
of standards with strings (Moment to Moment) and, in 2003,
introduced his own hip hop/jazz collective The RH Factor with the
groundbreaking CD Hard Groove (swiftly followed by the limited
edition EP, Strength). Hargrove has also won Grammy Awards for two
vastly different projects. In 1997, Roys Cuban-based band Crisol
(including piano legend Jesus Chucho Valdes and wonder drummer
Horatio El Negro Hernandez) won the Best Latin Jazz Performance
Grammy for the album Habana. And in 2002, Hargrove, Herbie Hancock
and Michael Brecker won Best Instrumental Jazz Album, Individual or
Group, for their three-way collaboration Directions in Music.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHN BROUGHTON
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11 East Hubbard St Chicago, IL (312) 360-0264
www.andysjazzclub.cominthEclubs andys Jazz ClubWeek of December 18-
24, 2012
One of Chicagos Best-Known and Most-Respected Jazz
establishments, historic Andys offers casually sophisticated dining
with a musical menu of Chicagos top Jazz Artists. Local performers
cover a range of styles from Traditional and Swing to Bop, Fusion,
Latin and Afro-Pop. Our Spotlight Performer Series events showcase
some of todays most in demand world touring musicians in an
intimate setting.
Calamari Capri Costa Crab Cake Duo Seared Scallop Trio Malibu
Shrimp Tuscan Bruschetta Andys Jazzy Combo Teriyaki Steak Tips
Baked Brie Chicken Wings or Tenders APPETIZERS
Shaved Prime Rib Sandwich California Veggie Burger Loaded
Chicken SandwichGrilled Portabella Sandwich Jumbo Beef Burger Fish
& ChipsLIGHT FARE
Bone-In Ribeye 12 oz. New York Strip Filet Mignon Lake Superior
WhitefishThai Braised 1/2 Chicken BBQ Salmon Chicken Saltimbuca
Beef MedallionsENTREES
WEEKLY guide to chicago jazz
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DECEMBER 2012
MONDAY DECEMBER 24CLOSED
SUNDAYS 5PM THE JOHN BANY SESSIONS9PM THE NEW ANDYS JAZZ JAM
TUESDAY DECEMBER 25CLOSED
WEDNESDAYS5PM ANDY BROWN QUARTET9PM MIKE SMITH QUARTET
THURSDAYS5PM WINDY CITY ALL-STARS9PM TIM FITZGERALD QUARTET
December 28 & 29, 2012 5PM SHAUN JOHNSON QUINTET9PM TYPHANIE
MONIQUES YULETIDE GROOVE
NEW YEARS EVESunday.-Thursday: $5 before 7:30pm & $10 after
7:30pm Friday-Saturdays: $10 before 7:30pm & $15 after
7:30pm
WITH COREY WILKES
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BAR UmBRIAGO6 West Hubbard St Chicago, IL
www.barumbriago.com
Led by Chef Michael Ponzio, Bar Umbriago provides an authentic
atmosphere reminiscent of Italys enotecas (wine shops) featuring
European family-style dining. Named after a character in
Italian-American singer Jimmy Durantes famous song, the new age
Italian wine bar offers live entertainment, an affordable check
average, and a large, reasonably-priced wine selection.
Cicchetti, Crostini, Salumi, CheeseAPPETIZERSLonza di Maidale,
Luccio, Brasatto, Bistecca, Salsiccia, Capasante, Arrista di
Poloentrees
Cioccolato, Tiramisu, Panna Cotta, Gelato, Sorbettodessert
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DECEMBER 2012
LIVE JAZZ WEEKLY
TUESDAYSSTEPHANIE BROWN TRIO8PM-11PM
THURSDAYSSPRIAL FUNK & JAZZ TRIOMIKE FROST (SAX), TOM
VAiSTSAS (KEYS) MIKE JEFFERS (DRUMS)8PM-11PM
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 8PM-11PM
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543 Madison St Oak Park, IL (708) 524-3300
www.chicagoschickenandwaffles.com
CHICAGO CHICKEN & WAFFLES
At Chicagos, all of our food is prepared with the freshest
ingredients. We offer a generous menu selection consisting of fried
chicken, southern fried catfish and grits, omelletes, grilled
salmon, lemon pepper grilled catfish, peach cobbler, sweet potato
pie and of course, our famous waffles, just to name a few.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served all day and you can even
BYOB (Oak Park location only) from 5pm to 9pm ($10 corking fee
applies). Please join us for a truly unforgettable dining
experience!
BYOB after 5PM$5 CORKING FEE parties of 4 or less $10 Corking
fee parties of 5 or more
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decEMBER 2012
LIVE JAZZ WEEKLYAT OAK PARK LOCATION ONLY THURSDAYS 6PM-8:3PM
FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS 7PM-10:30PM
Visit website for updated performance information
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6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn, IL 60402 (708)788.2118
www.fitzgeraldsnightclub.com
fitzgeralds nightclubinthEclubsWEEKLY guide to chicago jazz
FitzGeralds has been a gathering spot since it was built in the
early 1900s. Up to 1925, the frame building at 6615 W. Roosevelt
was a roadhouse used as a hunting lodge and sporting team
headquarters. As more buildings rose along Roosevelt Road, the club
was home to several nightclubs, the best-known being The Hunt Club,
which flourished through the 1950s and early 60s--acts included
Turk Murphy, Bob Scobey and Lill Armstrong. After the Hunt Club
closed, the space became the Deer Lodge, complete with pool tables
and a fortune teller.
AdmissIonsLive Music Nightly. Cover Charge Applies. 21 &
over. Valid ID required.
Week of December 18- 24, 2012
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decEMBER 2012December 24 & 25, 2012CLOSED
December 26, 2012GYPSY WEED BEAT TAPE9PM$5
December 27, 2012NICHOLAS TREMULIS ORCH.; MILES NIELSEN &
THE RUSTED HEARTS; LUELLA & THE SUNCOUNTRY NIGHT IN BERWYN
CELEBRATES THE HOLIDAYS + HOLIDAY HOOTENANNY (9 BANDS)8PM$10/$5
December 28, 2012SOUL VENDOR, BUMPUS,VELVET JIMIS9PM$10
December 29, 2012ROBBIE FULKS RAPS UP 20128PM$15
December 30, 2012SHOUT SECTION BIG BAND6PM$10/$5 17 &
UNDER
NEW YEARS EVEWITH THE BECCA KAUFMAN ORCHESTRA 9:30PM $25
TICKETS
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the green mill4802 N. Broadway Chicago, IL 60605
www.greenmilljazz.com
AdmissIonsVisit website for entrance and details
JAZZ traditional, bebop, contemporary, improvisational played by
such legendary figures as Von Freeman, Franz Jackson and Wilbur
Campbell, as well as young lions Kurt Elling, Eric Alexander and
Orbert Davis. All capture the broad spectrum of jazz from its root
rhythms in New Orleans to New York avant-garde. Deep smoky jazz
sounds fill the club in the early morning hours when soulful
musicians continue to express their love of jazz by jamming til the
early dawn.
inthEclubsWEEKLY guide to chicago jazz
Week of December 18- 24, 2012
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DECEMBER 2012
Dec 25, 2012CLOSED
Dec 24, 2012 CLOSED
Dec 26 20129PM ALFONSO PONTICELLI & SWING GITAN2AM LATE
NIGHT INDUSTRY SET WITH THE FRANK CATALANO SEXTET
Dec 27, 20129PM ALAN GRESIK SWING SHIFT ORCHESTRA
Dec 28, 20125PM THE FLIPSIDE SHOW WITH CHRIS FORMAN9PM TRIBUTE
TO VON FREEMAN: BATTLE OF THE SAXES EDWARD PETERSEN VS. ERIC
SCHNEIDERAFTER HOURS GREEN MILL QUARTET JAM SESSION
Dec 29, 20123PM THE PAPER MACHETE8PM TRIBUTE TO VON FREEMAN:
BATTLE OF THE SAXES EDWARD PETERSEN VS. ERIC SCHNEIDERAFTER HOURS
JAZZ PARTY WITH SABERTOOTH ORGAN QUARTET
Dec 30, 20127PM UPTOWN POETRY SLAM11PM SUNDAY NIGHT SOUL PARTY
WITH THE PATERSON TRIO
NEW YEARS EVEBATTLE OF THE SAXES
WITH EDWARD PETERSEN VS. ERIC SCHNEIDER & THE GREEN MILL
ALLSTARS DOORS AT 7PM SHOWTIME 8:30PM
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JAZZ SHOWCASE806 S Plymouth Ct Chicago, IL (312) 360-0264
www.jazzshowcase.com
WHERE JAZZ LIVES IN CHICAGO The Second Oldest Jazz Club in The
USA!!! ALL THE GREAT NAMES IN JAZZ SINCE 1947
inthEclubsWEEKLY guide to chicago jazz
Week of December 18- 24, 2012
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DECEMBER 2012Dec 24, 2012CLOSED
Dec 25, 2012 CLOSED
Dec 26, 2012 - Jan 1, 2013ROY HARGROVE QUARTET 8PM/10PM$25
Jan 3 -6 , 2013BOBBY LEWIS QUINTET 8PM/10PM
Jan 9, 2013VOCALIST ARLENE BARDELLE QUINTET 8PM/10PM
Jan 8, 2013VOCALIST ROBECCA SULLIVAN QUARTET 8PM/10PM
NEW YEARS EVEROY HARGROVE QUINTET
8PM & 11PM $60 GENERAL ADMISSION $80 VIP SEATING
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katerinas1920 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, Il 773-348-7592
www.katerinas.com
AdmissIonsLive Music Nightly. Cover Charge Applies. 21 &
over. Valid ID required.
PHOTO CB LINDSEY
Its a cultural center showcasing the hippest jazz, funk, blues,
boogie-woogie blues, R&B, classical and world music -from
Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, Greek, Flamenco and Japanese to all Gypsy
Genres & then some! Travel the world of music in our intimate
space as each night presents a musical odyssey born from a
whispering solo of an upright bass to a foot-stomping rhythm of
flamenco! Its a meeting place for old friends and new friends. A
place where romance blossoms and time stands still. And for those
who like to travel alone, fasten your seatbelts...
inthEclubsWEEKLY guide to chicago jazz
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DECEMBER 2012Dec 24, & 25 2012CLOSED
Dec 26, 20128PM PAUL MARINARO QUARTET TWAS THE NIGHT AFTER
CHRISTMAS$10 COVER
Dec 27, 20128:30PM CHI-TOWN JAZZ ARISTOCATS$10 COVER
Dec 28, 20126:30PM VICTOR & PENNYS ANTIQUE POPNO COVER10PM
S.E.O. DANCE PARTY$10 COVER
Dec 29, 20126:30PM KT McCAMMOND$10 COVER10PM RIO BAMBA$10
COVER
NEW YEARS EVEVICTOR GARCIA LATIN COMBO feat. vocalist SALLY
BLADON 10PM Packages $35-$90
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little bucharest bistro3661 North Elston Ave. Chicago, IL 60618
www.littlebucharestbistro.com
With a history spanning over three decades, Little Bucharest
Bistro has opened with a new face in Chicagos Old Irving Park area.
Originally opened in 1970 and closed in 2004, the new Little
Bucharest, which translates to Little Paris of the East, blends a
touch of Romanian heritage with American contemporary fare in a
vibrant and modern atmosphere.
Salads, Spreads, Smoked Salmon, Bruschetta, Calamari,
SoupsAPPETIZERSSausage Stuffed Chicken Thigh, Bucharest Signature
Brased Short Rib Goulashentrees
Warm Crepes, Apple Strudel, Romanian Buttercream Cake, Chocolate
Ganache Tortedessert
inthEclubsWEEKLY guide to chicago jazz
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DECEMBER 2012FRIDAYSDANIELA BISENIUS (VIOLIN) & BANE
DJORDJEVIC (GUITAR) (GYPSY JAZZ)6:30PM
SATURDAYSGYPSY MINSTRELS GUITAR & VIOLIN6:30PM
NEW YEARS EVEDINU IANCU & HIS ORCHESTRA8PM $125 PER PERSON,
COUPLES $210, 10 PERSON GROUPS $1125
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M lounge1520 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago, IL 60605 (312) 447.0201
www.mloungechicago.com
Sit back and relax at this South Loop martini lounge. M Lounge
features live music at least two days a week, to be enjoyed with an
array of specialty martinis and fine spirits. M Lounge also offers
a number of non-alcoholic cocktails and exquisite coffee drinks.
You will immediately feel at home inside this intimate 1,400 sq ft
oasis, whether youre settling into one of the comfortable couches
or low-slung chairs, or pulling up a seat at the 28-foot long
walnut bar.
cocktailsMartinis Mocktails Cognac Blended Scotch Single Malt
Scotch Whiskey & Bourbon Canadian Whiskey Irish Whiskey Beer
White Wine Red Wine Champagne Water Coffee Bottle Service
inthEclubsWEEKLY guide to chicago jazz
Week of December 18- 24, 2012
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DECEMBER 2012
Dec 25, 2012CLOSED
Dec 26, 2012DELIVERY POINT
NEW YEARS EVEDJ J GRILLA 8PM-2AM $25 IN ADVANCE $30 AT DOOR
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viper alley1920 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, Il 773-348-7592
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TRIBUTE TO FRANK ZAPPA
TERRY BLAINE SWINGS THE BENNY GOODMAN SONGBOOK
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February 9, 2013 The CJO, featuring trumpeters Randy Brecker and
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to Art Farmer.
February 16, 2013 Wentz Concert Hall in Naperville CJO presents
its most highly regarded presentations: A Tribute to Ray
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April 3, 2013 Pick-Staiger Concert Hall in Evanston for a
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Swinginthe benny goodman songbookClassic jazz and 1930s swing
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Sunday Evening Jazz Series december ScheduleSun. Dec 9 2012
Christopher Mcbride, SAX
Sun. Dec 16 2012 Ben Paterson, Piano & organ
sun. dec 23 2012 Ari brown, Sax
sun. Dec 30 2012 Joan Collasos Holiday Jam
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Sunday december 30 2012 joan colLasos holiday jam
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vocals Angelique Kidjo, vocals Lizz Wright, vocals
March 22, 2013, 8 p.m. Jazz Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour55th
Anniversary Dee Dee Bridgewater, vocals Christian McBride, bass
Benny Green, piano Lewis Nash, drums Chris Potter, saxophone
Ambrose Akinmusir, trumpet March 29, 2013, 8 p.m. Sonny Rollins,
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Nature, Power, Culture Orbert Davis, artistic director
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saxophone Danilo Prez, piano John Patitucci, bass Brian Blade,
drums June 21, 2013, 8 p.m. Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Wynton
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Pg 53 Arlene Bardelle
Pg 54 Ava Logan
Pg 55 Bobby Lewis
Pg 56 Chris White
Pg 57 Corky McClerkin
Pg 58 Dave Flippo
Pg 59 Dave Shelton
Pg 60 Don Stille
Pg 61 Elaine Dame
Pg 62 Erin McDougald
Pg 63 Frank DRone
Pg 64 Frank Portolese
Pg 65 Gina Gibson
Pg 66 Greta Pope
Pg 67 Heather Moran
Pg 68 J. Beam Band
Pg 86 Mike Frost
Pg 87 Mike Jeffers
Pg 88 Mike Staron
Pg 89 Nanette Frank
Pg 90 Nick Schneider
Pg 91 Ray Bailey
Pg 92 Rhonda Browne
Pg 93 Rita McConville
Pg 94 Robin Watson
Pg 95 Roger Harris
Pg 96 Sam Fazio
Pg 97 Shawn Maxwell
Pg 98 Skinny Williams
Pg 99 Stacy McMichael
Pg 100 Stephanie Browning
Pg 101 Steven Hashimoto
Pg 102 The Harris Group
Pg 103 Tom Muellner
Pg 104 Zvonimir Tot
Pg 69 James Bottoms
Pg 70 James Sanders
Pg 71 Jesse Charbonier
Pg 72 Jim Sellers
Pg 73 Kelly Brand
Pg 74 Laury Shelley
Pg 75 Le Perolateur
Pg 76 Libby York
Pg 77 Linda Solotaire
Pg 78 Lindy Endres
Pg 79 Loretta Lee
Pg 80 Los Perros Cubanos
Pg 81 Marc Pompe
Pg 82 Mark Moultrup
Pg 83 Marlene Rosenberg
Pg 84 Michael Hutchins
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Hw C M FANDREW DISTEL
Andrew Distel is a vocalist and trumpet player. He was born and
raised in Cincinnati, Ohio where he attended the prestigious
College Conservatory of Music studying both trumpet and voice. He
moved to Chicago to continue his education, receiving a graduate
degree in jazz voice from Roosevelt University. He has played at
such notable venues as: The Green Mill, The Pump Room, The Blue
Wisp Jazz Club, Green Dolphin Street, and Pops For Champagne. His
quartet plays regularly-every Friday and Saturday night at The Pump
Room-featuring Pete Benson, Hyosub Kim, and George Fludas.
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Hw C M FARLENE BARDELLE
Arlene Bardelle has been dazzling audiences with her tasteful
vocal stylings for the past several years. Chicago is her home
base, where she works with some of the finest musicians in town.
Arlene was a mainstay at the famed Coq Dor in the Drake hotel for
many years. She has performed at many other top notch Chicago
venues such as the Pump Room, Andys Jazz Club, Pops for Champagne,
Fitzgeralds, the Jazz Showcase, and the Green Mill. Arlene has also
performed for political fundraiser cruises on Lake Michigan,
private events at the Crystal Ballroom at Navy Pier, and corporate
performances for top Chicago agents. She has performed at the
Chicago Jazz Fest, Taste of Chicago, and the Plymouth Jazz Fest in
Wisconsin as well as Smoke in New York.
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Arlene Bardelle w/t Barry Winograd Orch.Hannahs CasinoJoliet,
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Wednesday January 9, 2013 8PM-11PM
Arlene Bardelle QuintetThe Jazz Showcase806 S. Plymouth Ct.,
Chicago
IL312.360.0264www.jazzshowcase.com______________________________________
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Tuesday December 31, 2012 8:30PM -12:30AM
Ava Logan TrioThe Hilton Milwaukee City CenterMonarch Lounge509
W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53202414.390.4630FREE
ENTRANCE______________________________________
Hw C M FAVA LOGAN
Ava Logan Chicago Jazz Singer and Chicago Jazz Band leader is an
award winning singer-actress from Washington, D.C., who now lives
in the Chicago area. A graduate of Yale and the University of
Pennsylvania, Dr. Logan, a Jazz Vocalist is a veterinarian by day
and a jazz singer at night is available for Corporate Events. The
classically trained vocalist has performed jazz, pop, and rhythm
and blues in the U.S. and abroad. She has portrayed two of her
idols, Ella Fitzgerald and Nancy Wilson, at the Black Ensemble
Theater. She has released So Many Stars, her first major CD!
National airplay began in September, 2008. The CD has received rave
reviews! It was produced by Henry Johnson, who played guitar for
Joe Williams for many years.
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Thursday December 27, 2012 5PM-8:30PM
Bobby Lewis w/t The Windy City AllstarsAndys Jazz Club11 E.
Hubbard, Chicago
IL312.642.6805www.andysjazzclub.com______________________________________
Thursday January 3 - January 6, 2013 8/10/4PM
Bobby Lewis QuintetThe Jazz Showcase806 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago
IL312.360.0264www.jazzshowcase.com______________________________________
Hw C M FBOBBY LEWIS
Bobby Lewis tasteful trumpet and flugelhorn playing has made him
a favorite among vocalists and earned him a spot as first trumpet
with Tony Bennett for Chicago appearances for fifteen years, and
conductor, musical director and featured soloist with Peggy Lee.
The singers Lewis has accompanied provide enough grist for several
resumes and, in addition to Bennett and Lee, include Ella
Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Sammy Davis, Jr., Joe Williams, Lena
Horne, Mel Torme, Judy Garland, Liza Minelli, Nancy Wilson, Harry
Belafonte, Rosemary Clooney, Al Jarreau and even a gig with Ol Blue
Eyes.
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Chris White is an instructor of jazz piano and theory at Lake
Forest College and North Park University in Chicago. He is a busy
freelance musician in the Chicago area, and has performed at The
Jazz Showcase, Andys, The House of Blues, Navy Pier, The Peninsula
Hotel, the Coq Dor at the Drake Hotel and many more. He is a member
of the Paul Marinaro Trio. In 2010 he completed his Doctoral of
Musical Arts in Jazz Performance at the University of Illinois at
Urbana-Champaign.
Hw C M FCHRIS WHITE
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Friday December 28, 2012 6PM
Performing w/t Randy FordDonnas Caf1255 S. State St., Chicago,
IL312.461.1005______________________________________
Sunday December 30, 2012 8PM
Mixed IngredientsCity Life/June Evon712 E. 83rd., Chicago,
IL______________________________________
Hw C M FCORKY McCLERKIN
Corky McClerkin, a Chicago native grew up hearing the sounds of
Jazz and down home Blues. Encouraged by his favorite uncle and jazz
musician Lewis Ogletree, he studied piano for seven years before
attending Northern Illinois University with a major in music.
Although receiving a BA from Roosevelt University and a MA from
Loyola University in other fields, Corky has always considered
music to be his primary passion. Irrespective of style or tempo,
hard bop, Latin or soul Jazz, McClerkin brings his many years of
experience into play as he crafts each tune, making a special and
distinctive statement with each.
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Hw C M FDAVE FLIPPO
Dave Flippo has divided his musical efforts into three areas -
leading his Modern Jazz Quintet FLIPPOMUSIC, performing as a
jazz/popular pianist/vocalist and leader at various private events
and teaching piano at the College of Lake County and from his own
studio - Dr. Flippos Eclectic Piano Studio. His emergence as a jazz
vocalist brought about his third CD, When the Heart is True, the
Voice Rings True, a duo recording with bassist Donn De Santo,
released on his own Oppilf Records label.
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Hw C M FDAVE SHELTON
David Sheltons music draws from his classical and jazz
backgrounds, plus his work with R&B musicians. His repertoire
includes a wide range of jazz and Latin standards as well as jazz
arrangements of pop songs, blues and funk. More specifically, the
repertoire includes: Songbook and Modern Standards (e.g., A
FoggyDay, Fly Me to the Moon, It Could Happen to You, A House is
Not a Home, Moon River) Latin Standards (Jobim and others) Jazz
Standards (from Wayne Shorter and Miles Davis to John Coltrane,
Dave Brubeck and Horace Silver)Jazz Arrangements of pop/rock hits
(from Motown and Elton John to Stevie Wonder, The Beatles and
Michael Jackson) Blues and Funk (a la Ramsey Lewis, early Herbie
Hancock, Les McCann and Gene Harris) and originals.
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Hw C M FDON STILLE
Don Stille is a Chicago-based pianist and accordionist Don
Stille proves he isan artist to be reckoned with says Howard Reich,
The fluidity of his technique, the depth of his tone and the
intellectual sophistication of his improvisations firmly
established him as a polished and accomplished artist. In listening
to a Don Stille performace, be it live or recorded, one shares in a
musical experience that is rich in stylistic diversity. He has
performed throughout the country with a long list of acclaimed jazz
artists, and can regularly be heard at Chicagos greatest jazz
clubs.
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Introducing Sundays at ITS VEGAS BABY! 5:30PM-9PM
The Elaine Dame Trio w/t Guitarist Kyle Asche & Jake Vinsel
on BassBlue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa777 Blue Chip Drive, Michigan
City,
IN219.879.7711_____________________________________________
Saturday December 29, 2012 7PM-10PM
The Elaine Dame Trio Eddie Merlots Steakhouse185 N.Milwaukee,
Lincolnshire, IL.60069
847.276.2000www.eddiemerlots.com______________________________________
Monday December 31, 2012 9PM-12AM
Featured vocalist with The Kyle Asche TrioThe St. Charles
Steakhouse2550 E. Main St., St.Charles, IL
60174630.377.3333www.st-charlesplace.com______________________________________
Saturday January 12, 2013 7PM-10PM
The Elaine Dame Trio Eddie Merlots Steakhouse185 N.Milwaukee,
Lincolnshire, IL.60069
847.276.2000www.eddiemerlots.com______________________________________
Hw C M FELAINE DAME
Elaine Dame is a Chicago Jazz Singer, flautist, band leader and
private vocal instructor, is a Vocal dynamo...[and] continues to be
a gem in the citys vocal jazz scene according to TimeOut Chicago.
For more than fifteen years, Ms. Dame has headlined the finest
venues in Chicago, the Midwest and the nation, and has collaborated
with some of Chicagos most stellar musicians. She has enjoyed
residencies at such notable music rooms as the Fairmont Hotels,
Metropole Room, Pops for Champagne, Andys Jazz Club, The Drake
Hotel, Pete Millers, Katerinas, and New York Citys, Metropolitan
Room.
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Sunday December 30, 2012 8:45PM
The Crimson LoungeHotel Sax 333 N. Dearborn Street, Chicago
IL312.923.2473www.crimsonchicago.com______________________________________
Sunday January 6, 2013 8:45PM
The Crimson LoungeHotel Sax 333 N. Dearborn Street, Chicago
IL312.923.2473www.crimsonchicago.com______________________________________
Hw C M FERIN McDOUGALD
Erin McDougald is a savvy, rhythmically jazz-rooted
song-interpreter, who frequently records and performs with top
instrumentalists among the jazz-elite from Chicago to the East
Coast. Her ensemble-size varies from a duo to a big band orchestra,
depending on the venue, but most typically, she incorporates the
use of a rhythm section and often features a horn player.
NEW WEBSITE ONLINE The two most often questions I am asked by
interviewers and fans are: What made you become a jazz singer?, and
Whats with the Flapper Girl reference? Visit my website to find the
answers...and much more! XOXO
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Saturday February 16, 2013 9:05PM-10:05PMThe 13th Annual Newport
Beach Jazz PartyNewport Beach Marriott Hotel &
Spa949.759.5003www.newportbeachjazzparty.com______________________________________
Hw C M FFRANK DRONE
Frank DRone is one of the few finer singers and performers
around and creates great vibes with his audiences. This quote, from
Leonard Feather, one of the worlds foremost music critics, probably
best describes Frank and his talents today. It takes a while to
achieve words of this sort. Franks nique and rare gift has taken
him before the spotlights of virtually every major nightclub in the
United States. Frank was headlining the world famous Copacabana
when Tony Bennett took over the microphone on opening night and
told the audience, A few years back, Nat King Cole said that Frank
DRone was the finest singer around. Tonight he has proved that Nat
was right!
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EVERY WEDNESDAY 9PM-Midnight
Chicago By Night Jam Session5600 Belmont Ave., Chicago,
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Hw C M FFRANK PORTOLESE
Frank Portolese has been active as a guitarist and educator in
the Chicago area for 30 years. He has performed with Eddie Harris,
Les McCann, Bobby Shew, Ira Sullivan, Shelley Mann and others. His
pop credits range from the Drifters to Clay Aiken. He has been
featured in Just Jazz Guitar, Jazz Times, Guitar Player, Chicago
Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times and other publications. Frank plays
straight-ahead bebop and hard bop jazz. He currently fronts his own
trio (with Brian Sandstrom and Rusty Jones), plays solo jazz guitar
shows and is a member of Rich Corpolongos ensemble, which performs
ultra-contemporary original compositions. He continues to perfect
his own sound and concept in the hopes of expressing the beauty of
life as he hears it.
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Hw C M FGINA GIBSON
Gina Gibson, a cabaret-style entertainer with club credits too
numerous to name is second to none when it comes to playing for and
hosting a wedding reception or any other event. Sinatra to
Streisand, Billie Holiday to Beyonc. Dance and have a good time,
its all about YOU! She frequently appears as pre-game entertainment
for the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Blackhawks at the United
Center, now entering her 10th season with them. She is featured in
the WTTW special, Remembering Chicago-the Boomer Years on Chicago
Access Television, and on BIP, (Black Image Productions.)
EVERY FRIDAY
The Ramada Inn Lake Shore, Hyde Park4900 South Lake Shore Drive,
Chicago, IL______________________________________
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Hw C M FGRETA POPE
Greta Pope is an International entertainer. She has delighted
audiences throughout Europe, the Far East, South America and the
Caribbean, as well as the United States and Canada. Ms. Pope has
been touted as one of the great voices of our time, as she performs
with ease all styles from Country to Opera, and from Rhythm and
Blues to Broadway. Ms. Pope holds a Master of Music Degree and has
performed all styles of music. and leads the Greta Pope Orchestra.
Her performance credentials include sharing the stage with such
well known performers as Wynonna Judd, Dick Van Dyke, Stanley
Clarke, Carol Channing, Ramsey Louis, Rich Little, Penn &
Teller and many others.
EVERY FRIDAY 7:30PM-11:30PM
Bennys Chop House444 North Wabash, Chicago,
IL312.626.2444www.bennyschophouse.com______________________________________
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Hw C M FHEATHER MORAN
Heather Moran, over the past several years, has divided her time
between her two loves: acting & singing. An alumnus of Second
City and member of the Factory Theater, she is also an accomplished
singer with a performance history nationwide. Ms. Morans newest
sensational Rosemary Clooney hit show, Rosie! A Tribute... is
currently touring regionally. She can also been seen singing in the
critically acclaimed musical trio, 3Girls3, performing their newest
hit Barry Manilow show.
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Hw C M FJ. BEAM BAND
The J. Beam Band is made up of Jeff Mackevich on saxophones,
Damian Espinosa on keyboards, Alex Feldman on bass, and Tyrone
Blair on drums. This 1980s style fusion jazz is a lot of fun, and
the tunes are easily recognized. Come on out!
No performances scheduled at this time.
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Hw C M FJAMES BOTTOMS
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LAST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH 10PM
Performing w/t ConjuntoKaterinas1920 W.Irving Park, Chicago
ILwww.katerinas.com______________________________________
Hw C M FJAMES SANDERS
James Sanders is a distinct voice tempered by fruitful ongoing
collaborations with the finest Jazz artists in Chicago and in Jazz
today, including.... Dee Alexander, Nicole Mitchell, Alfonso
Ponticelli, Larry Harlowe, Orbert Davis, Mwata Bowden, Doug
Lofstrom, Steve Eisen, Ernie Adams, Donald Neale, Tomeka Reid, and
the late Johny Frigo. He is the leader of the highly regarded Latin
Jazz band Conjnto and is a a currently a member of The Evolution
Ensemble, Swing Gitan and The New Quartet, The Joeffrey Ballet
Orchestra and the Chicago Sinfonietta. He has also been active as a
teacher since 1993 and has developed a curriculum for the
classically-trained violinist seeking to develop alternative styles
of playing.
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Tuesday December 25, 2012 11AM-3PMMellow Yellow Christmas Day
Brunch1508 E. 53rd St., Chicago,
ILwww.themellowyellowrestaurant.com______________________________________
Saturday December 29, 2012 9PMCoq dOr at The Drake Hotel140 E.
Walton, Chicago,
IL312.787.2200www.thedrakehotel.com______________________________________
Hw C M FJESSE CHARBONIER
Jesse Charbonier was born in Chicago. He always had a love of
the arts and began acting, singing, and songwriting at an early
age, but became more involved as a more behind-the-scenes
playermarketing, directing, producing, films and music artists. In
music, Charbonier has developed and produced music and music videos
for artists from various genres. In cinema, his involvement varies
from the full-scale production of independent feature films to
programming and organizing film festivals all over the United
States.
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Sunday January 6, 2013 8PM-10PMUncommon Ground1401 W. Devon
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Hw C M FJIM SELLERS
Jim Sellers is a Chicago based jazz pianist, having been lucky
enough to have performed with some great musicians, including
Wynton Marsalis, Frank Catalano, Spider Saloff, Luba Mason, Ava
Logan, Art Davis, Bill Yancey and many others. Jims interest in
jazz began in grade school when he discovered Daddio Daleys radio
program on what was then WXFM. With a lot of tenacity and a little
help from his older brother, Jim learned how to play the blues and
to read music having no formal lessons until he was in college.
Still, by the time he was studying music as an undergraduate, he
was proficient enough to be selected to perform in a trio with
guest-artist Wynton Marsalis. He went on to earn a Master of Music
degree from DePaul University in Chicago.
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Kelly Brand, composer and pianist, writes songs which carry the
listener to places simultaneously evident and quite unfamiliar. She
effectively taps into essential elements of living and dreaming.
Brands way of playing embraces a simple and selfless honesty. She
doesnt throw her music at you, but rather extends it as an
invitation. Kelly is an active performer on the Chicago jazz scene
playing frequent club and concert dates. She performs at the Green
Mill, the Jazz Showcase, Andys Jazz Club, Pete Millers and
Katerinas.
No performances scheduled at this time.
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Thursday January 3, 2013 12:15PMLaury Shelley TrioChicago
Cultutal Center/Lunch Break Series78 E. Washington St., Chicago,
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February 26, 2013 8PM-11:30PMLaury Shelley TrioJazz Showcase806
S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago,
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Hw C M FLAURY SHELLEY
Laury Shelley has been a performing artist ever since she can
remember. Laury was living her dream touring with composer, Michel
Legrand, as Legrands vocal soloist.During these amazing years,
Laury made her debut at the prestigious Carnegie Hall while also
appearing at The Sahara Hotel in Vegas, Red Rocks Amphitheater in
Denver, Miamis Stars Under The Stars Concert Series at Marine
Stadium and The Westbury Theatre in New York. Laury has shared
stages with Tony Bennett, Buddy Rich, Cleo Laine and John Dankworth
while also performing and recording with Phil Woods, Ron Carter,
Grady Tate, Randy Brecker, Marvin Stamm and Joe Beck.
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January 5, 2013 8PM
Untitled111 W. KinzieChicago,
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Hw C M FLE PERCOLATEUR
lePercolateur Hipster Gypsy JazzNew Release Coming SoonThe
coming March of 2013 finds lePercolateur slated to release their
debut album as the latest band to join the Chicago Sessions record
label. Between now and then, many more are sure to wake from a
dreamlike daze wondering in which year they find themselves, and
wishing it was what their senses told them.
a sly and surprising gypsy-jazz quintet who apply that idiom to
modernistic pop tunes, as well as vintage jazz composition - Neil
Tesser, Chicago Examiner
Its time to get hip to lePercolateur!
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Every Sunday beginning December 2012 - 2pmSunday Jazz BrunchCafe
Sole1029 Southard StreetKey West, FL 33040Reservations (305)
292-0230_________________________________________
December 27, 2012 6PM-8PM
Music in ParadiseChristmas Jazz at Key Wests Oldest HouseKey
West, FL
33040305.517.6851______________________________________
December 31, 2012 9:30PM-12:30AM
New Years Eve at Cafe Sole1029 Southard St., Key West,
FL305.294.0230______________________________________
January 14, 20138PM
The Living Room Series w/t Libby Yorkand Guitarist Howard
AldenHarry S. Truman Little White House111 Front St., Key West, FL
33040305.294.9911______________________________________
January 15, 20138PM
The Living Room Series w/t Libby Yorkand Guitarist Howard
AldenHarry S. Truman Little White House111 Front St., Key West, FL
33040305.294.9911______________________________________
Hw C M FLIBBY YORK
NOTE WORTHY NEWSNew album in the works joined by John diMartino
on Piano, Peter Washington on Bass, Greg Sergo on Drums, Warren
Vach on Coronet and a vocal or two. Well top off our first fall
recording session with an October 19, 9:30 set at Manhattans
Metropolitan Room. Then its a happy return to Paris for the
November 9th date at the lovely Caf Laurent in the tres elegant
four star Hotel DAubusson.
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Sunday January 13, 2013 11:45AM
Linda SolotaireEdgewater Beach Cafe5545 N. Sheridan Road,
Chicago, IL.
60640773.275.4141www.edgewaterbeachcafe.com______________________________________
Wednesday January 16, 2013 6:30PM
Linda SolotairePete Millers Evanston1557 Sherman Ave., Evanston,
IL847.328.0399www.petemillers.com______________________________________
Thursday January 17, 2013 6PM
Linda SolotaireEdgewater Beach Cafe5545 N. Sheridan Road,
Chicago, IL.
60640773.275.4141www.edgewaterbeachcafe.com______________________________________
Tuesday January 22, 2013 8PM
Linda SolotaireElbo Room2871 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL
60657773.549.5549www.elboroomlive.com______________________________________
Hw C M FLINDA SOLOTAIRE
Linda Solotaire is a jazz vocalist and leader with The Linda
Solotaire Quartet. She also performs an eclectic jazz, rock &
rock blues repertoire with her musical partner, arranger/ guitarist
& bassist Stu Greenspan, Linda Solotaire & Friends. Linda
is classically trained in music and theatre, and began her career
as an actress in the late 1970s. As a solo jazz vocalist, she is
most deeply influenced by singers like Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee,
Abbey Lincoln, Sheila Jordan, and Judy Garland.
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Friday December 21, 2012 9:30PM-12AM
CIAO! Cafe & Wine
Bar______________________________________Hw C M F
LINDY ENDRES
For Lindy Endres, music played a bit of a different role in the
beginning. Finding the perfect song to choreograph and dance to was
key, as Lindy dreamt of becoming a professional dancer one day. Her
childhood was filled with an array of dance styles, recitals and
show choir competitions, always being labeled the dancer, never the
singer. Upon graduation from Sauk Prairie High School, Sauk City,
WI, Lindy attended UW Stevens Point to receive her BA in dance.
With her goal in sight, Lindy dove into the world of college dance,
only to become sidetracked by the musical productions UWSP had to
offer. These shows ignited Lindys flame for singing, a talent which
she thought she would never desire. Being cast in multiple musicals
paired with private voice lessons created a newfound goal; to
become a professional singer.
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Hw C M FLORETTA LEE
Loretta Lee for many years has been known as an up and coming,
sultry, smooth and sophisticated jazz vocalist who is progressively
taking Chicago by storm. During the course of her musical career,
Loretta became best known as Lady Lee for her impressionable,
breath-taking performance and striking imitation of the Legendary
singer, Billie Holiday. Additionally, she has performed in numerous
capacities at jazz clubs and many other establishments throughout
the Chicago-land area. She has also given remarkable performances
as an R&B and Gospel soloist. In addition to singing, Loretta
enjoys roller skating, stepping, and Latin dancing. With great
passion and love, she continuously sings and performs from the
bottom of her soul and is truly a phenomenal entertainer.
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Hw C M FLOS PERROS CUBANOS
Los Perros Cubanos feature the music of Cubas Golden Age of the
1940s and 1950s. Influences include Beny More, Compay Segundo,
Arsenio Rodriguez, Eliades Ochoa, Buena Vista Social Club, Ibrahim
Ferrer, Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, and Willie Colon.
Prepare to dance the night away!
Music now available at iTunes and Amazon.
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Sunday January 6, 2013 7:30PM
Lutheran Church of the Resurrection8450 N. Shermer Rd., Niles,
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Hw C M FMARC POMPE
Marc Pompe began performing around Rush Street as a solo
piano/vocal in the mid fiftys and was influenced by the music of
Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk. Vocal
influences include Frank Sinatra, Joe Williams, Ella Fitzgerald,
Carmen McCrae and Jon Hendricks. In 1965, Marc left Chicago to work
out of New York and played at Jillys (NYC), Eddies Backstreet in
St. Thomas, The Gaslight Club in Toronto and Mothers Lounge in
Pittsburgh. After 40 years of performing, 1997 saw the release of
Marcs first CD, Nobody Else But Me, on Kopaesthetics Records. Since
then, Marc has released 4 additional albums.
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Hw C M FMARK MOULTRUP
Mark Moultrup is a keyboardist, vocalist, composer, arranger,
and educator originally from Detroit and now residing in Chicago.
Many of his compositions are featured on his cds, and have also
been heard on promo spots, childrens CDs and national television.
Mark has been a full-time working musician for over 30 years.
Venues include work in jazz clubs, festivals, musical theater,
concert stages, churches, studios, dance clubs, private and
corporate functions,and has performed throughout the United States,
as well as Europe, South and Central America, and the
Carribean.
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MONDAYS 9PM-1AM
Performing w/t Marquis Hill QuartetAndys Jazz Club11 E.Hubbard
St., Chicago,
IL312.642.6805www.andysjazzclub.com______________________________________
Hw C M FMARLENE ROSENBERG
Marlene Rosenberg has emerged as one of the most talented and
multi-faceted bass players on the scene today. She has played
professionally throughout the United States, Europe, Latin America
and Japan, performing with innumerable jazz luminaries, such as
Kenny Barron, Frank Foster, Stan Getz, Albert Tootie Health, Joe
Henderson, Marian McPartland, Cedar Walton, Wallace Roney, David
Fathead Newman, Monty Alexander, Kevin Mahogony, Frank Morgan Frank
Wess, Joe Williams and Nancy Wilson.
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Saturday January 12, 2013 8PM-10PM
Gelato & SinatraVia Gelato & Cafe1853 Tower Drive,
Glenview,
IL847.729.7088www.viagelato.com______________________________________
February 9, 2013 8PM-10PM
Gelato & SinatraVia Gelato & Cafe1853 Tower Drive,
Glenview,
IL847.729.7088www.viagelato.com______________________________________
March 9, 2013 8PM-10PM
Gelato & SinatraVia Gelato & Cafe1853 Tower Drive,
Glenview,
IL847.729.7088www.viagelato.com______________________________________
Hw C M FMICHAEL HUTCHINS
Michael Hutchins says Get ready to set sail Beyond The Sea with
the smoothest voice to hit the stage since Ol Blue Eyes himself,
singing the music of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and Dean
Martin.
Whether you are young or Young At Heart you will enjoy every
minute of Michaels performance.
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Hw C M FMICK ARCHER
Mick Archer has toured the world as a solo act and sideman,
performing in hotels, clubs, concert venues, and cruise ships. He
was the pianist in residence at The Tokyo Westin in the Summer of
2004, and since then has traveled to Holland, Germany, Ireland,
England, Denmark, Sweden, Estonia, Finland and Norway to bring his
unique act to worldwide audiences. Besides his career as a solo
pianist/vocalist, Mick leads a trio, a Celtic Rock band (The
Chicago Rovers), has one of the best dueling piano acts anywhere,
and a specialty piano duo (The Blues 88s).
Mick Archer is ... an impressive master of ceremonies. Whether
its putting hecklers in their place or singing an original, the
Southside native is a natural showman. The Chicago Tribune
MONDAYS - FRIDAYS 12PM-2PM
Beaudivan @ OHareUnited Terminal 1 OHare Intl Airport, Chicago
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MONDAYS -FRIDAYS 3PM-5PM
Bubbles Wine Bar @ OHareAmerican Terminal,OHare Intl Airport,
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Performing with SpiralBar Umbriago6 West Hubbard, Chicago
IL773.555.1212www.barumbriago.com______________________________________
Hw C M FMIKE FROST
Mike Frost has been a featured performer with blues legend Otis
Rush, and has been a member/soloist with many prominent jazz bands
in the city. Mike has also played on various recordings with
musicians from the bands of Miles Davis and David Sanborn and leads
the Mike Frost Project, one of the most exciting jazz groups to be
based in Chicago during the past few years. With three CD releases,
MFP plays straight-ahead jazz, using great songs from the past plus
contributing new originals in a complementary style. The group
performs a modern day version of an earlier style but in their own
way.
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Umbriago6 West Hubbard, Chicago
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THURSDAYS 8PM-11PM
Performing with Spiral (Jazz & Funk)Bar Umbriago6 West
Hubbard, Chicago
ILwww.barumbriago.com______________________________________
Hw C M FMIKE JEFFERS
Mike Jeffers, drummer and president of Chicago Jazz Magazine and
ChicagoJazz.com has over 20 years of professional musical
performance experience. Jeffers has traveled extensively throughout
college as a member of the University of North Texas percussion
ensemble. He has performed with different jazz and rock groups at
such venues as Carnegie Hall, the House of Blues, Taste of Chicago,
Green Mill, Andys Jazz Club, The Metro, Schubas, Double Door and
many other clubs, festivals and venues throughout the country.
Currently he is a freelance musician who runs his own entertainment
company, Chicago Jazz Entertainment, booking his variety of musical
groups for private events, festivals and club dates throughout the
country.
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Hw C M FMIKE STARON
NOTEABLE QUOTESHes a versatile, forward looking and accomplished
performer.JazzTimes
His bowing is some of the best I ever heard. He is a true rival
of Mike Formanek, Dave Holland, and Paul Rogers.Beyond Coltrane /
Fred Barrett
Mike to me has a lot of technique and hes perfect for playing in
a trio because hes inspirational, he will follow my chords,
whatever melody I play he will follow, he will change key with me;
which is what I need.Hal Russell Hal An Oral History
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Hw C M FNANETTE FRANK
Nanette Frank One of Chicagos jazz greatsnamed by WGN Morning
News. An Impeccable five octave vocal range, Shes the voice behind
such major brands as Coca-Cola (Always Coca-Cola) national radio,
TV spots originally released as a 12inch dance single. The ad
became the longest running advertising campaign in the companys
history. Nanette also launched the Crest Multicare product line
with her rendition of If I Could. Whether shes performing at
festivals, like The Taste Of Chicago, The African Arts Festival or
any number of high profile charity and social events, Nanettes
unique and often magical blend of jazz, traditional, and R&B
Turns out the house wherever she performs.
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Sunday December 30, 2012 7PM-10PM
Performing with Zvonimir TotKrug718 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling,
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Hw C M FNICK SCHNEIDER
Nick Schneider is rated as one of the top bass players in jazz
today. He has performed with such greats as Randy Brecker, Eddie
Higgins, Buddy Rich Big Band, Teddy Wilson, And The Tonight Show
Band just to name a few. Nick currently teaches at Oakton Community
College, The University of Wisconsin Indianhead Arts Center, and
through his private studio.
Nick is also a member of The Bruce Oscar Trio which hosts
several different jam sessions throughout Chicago.
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Hw C M FRAY BAILEY
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Ray Bailey is an accomplished musician and band leader as well
as an exciting performer of all jazz styles. In the Chicago area he
has performed at most major country clubs, hotels and in local jazz
clubs such as Andys, The Back Room, Bella Vista, The Green Mill,
Green Dolphin Street, Pops for Champaign, Joes Be-bop Caf and may
others that have come and gone. The Ray Bailey Jazz Quintet played
to standing-room-only crowds for 19 summers in the Garden Caf of
the Art Institute of Chicago.
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Hw C M FRHONDA BROWNE
Rhonda High Browne has been a singer/songwriter for a number of
years in the Chicago area and elsewhere. After a successful career
as a print model for Jewel Foods, Soft Sheen Hair Products, and
several others, she returned to her first love of music, where she
received her Associates Degree in Fine Arts from South Suburban
College and her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Columbia College
Chicago in Jazz Vocal Performance. Rhonda has worked with some of
the finest musicians in Chicago such as Roger Harris, Chuck Webb,
Curtis Robinson, (to name a few). Currently, Rhonda is the
bandleader vocalist of her R&B, Jazz trio Pieces. She performs
at weddings, corporate functions and various social events and
describes her music as Feel Good Music.
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Hw C M FRITA McCONVILLE
Rita McConville has been singing professionally to the delight
of Midwest audiences for over 10 years in venues ranging from
legendary jazz clubs like The Green Mill to various dancehalls,
roadhouses and churches. As testament to her rare versatility, Rita
has been known to sing both legs of a wedding, nailing the ceremony
and reception with equally soulful precision. If you havent heard
about Rita McConville before, thats understandable because she has
been engaging her musical passion full time only recentlyor as she
likes to put it, as a recovering local television director, nearly
three years clean.
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Hw C M FROBIN WATSON
Robin Watson is Jazzlady Robin. A vocalist/leader, her styling
is described to be an appealing blend of Sarah, Dinah, Carmen and
Nina, while her creativity is clearly influenced by that of her
distant cousin, Ella. Robins performance career has spanned decades
through Chicagos premiere jazz venues, wooing audiences from large
stages - Petrillo Bandshell, Garfield Park Conservatory, Pheasant
Run, United Center, Odyssey Cruises, Showboat, Empress and Majestic
Star Casinos- and more intimate music rooms at the Peninsula Hotel,
Braxtons, Tuscanys, John & Tonys, Metropolitan Club, Como Inn,
Backroom and Cotton Clubs. Robin has a BA in vocal performance from
Spelman College. Her humor, energy and authenticity make her
performances compelling and engaging.
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Hw C M FROGER HARRIS
Roger L. Harris is a pianist residing in Chicago, IL. His
musical talents were evident at an early age. His father, Leo
Harris, is the cellist that founded the South Side Family Chamber
Orchestra and encouraged Roger to embrace his gift. Roger is
currently the Conductor Emeritus of that orchestra.
After receiving his Bachelors Degree in Music Education from
Roosevelt University in Chicago, Roger taught band, orchestra,
choir, general music, and commercial music in various Illinois and
Indiana school districts.
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Hw C M FSAM FAZIO
VOTE FOR SAMBEST MALE VOCALIST2012 CHICAGO MUSIC
AWARDShttp://martinsinterculture.com/cma-nominees.html
Sam Fazio made his return to the Chicago music scene in 2009.
Over the years, Sam has performed in nightclubs throughout Chicago
and Las Vegas. Sams repertoire includes a unique mix of American
standards, swing tunes and pop classics. His heartfelt
interpretations bring new life to the standards and showcase his
soulful, yet classic style. Sam performs at a variety of venues and
events around the Chicagoland area, including weekly performances
at the Drake Hotel.
Saturday December 31, 2012 9PM
Sam Fazio NYE TrioCoq dOr at The Drake Hotel140 E. Walton,
Chicago,
IL312.787.2200www.thedrakehotel.com_________________________________________
Friday January 11, 2013 6PM
APAP ShowcaseNew York,
NYwww.apapnyc.org_________________________________________
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Adelles535 W. Liberty Dr., Wheaton, IL
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Hw C M FSHAWN MAXWELL
Shawn Maxwell has the urgea quality fundamental to those who
create improvised music on a nightly basis. In this way, it is not
enough to simply create, but the need to innovate guides each note.
His art lies in addressing the ordinary modalities of life in an
extraordinary way, placing notes in their most complimentary places
with precision and enthusiasm. Each harmony he creates is
purposeful in form as well as function. After starting his
professional career touring Internationally, across the
Mediterranean and the Caribbean, Maxwell returned home to conquer
the Windy City. With equal parts genius and toil, Maxwell has
become one the preeminent performers in the Chicago jazz landscape.
His multi-instrumental talents have been lauded by fellow musicians
and critics alike.
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BackroomChicago, IL______________________________________
Wednesday December 26, 2012 7PM
GenosCalumet Park, IL______________________________________
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PinstripesSouth Barrington,
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PinstripesSouth Barrington,
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BackroomChicago, IL______________________________________
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PinstripesSouth Barrington,
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Hw C M FSKINNY WILLIAMS
Skinny Williams is an accomplished saxophonist and
instrumentalist, a savvy composer, and an electrifying performer
who since the release of his first solo album in 1999 has created a
series of recordings that have made him a distinctive talent in the
realm of contemporary jazz. Through his noteworthy combination of
earthy grooves and soulful improvisations, Williams has earned both
critical acclaim and mainstream appreciation. Williams is one of
the industrys most respected and in-demand players, with critics
comparing him to such greats as Stanley Turrentine, Junior Walker,
Grover Washington Jr. and Boney James.
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Performing with Eddie Harrisons Paris SwingDragon Lounge at
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Performing with lePercolateurUntitled111 W. KinzieChicago,
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Hw C M FSTACY McMICHAEL
Stacy McMichael is one of the premier bassists in Chicago today.
Equally proficient on upright bass and electric bass, Stacy
performs comfortably within a broad range of genres and styles. As
an active professional bassist, Ms. McMichael has played with
hundreds of artists in countless settings.Ms. McMichael received
her Masters degree (Jazz Bass performance & pedagogy) from the
prestigious University of Miami Jazz School and her Bachelors
degree (Double Bass performance) from the University of Nebraska -
Omaha. Ms. McMichael currently holds a faculty position as Adjunct
Professor of Bass at Olivet Nazarene University.
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Performing w/t Stephanie Browning TrioBar Umbriago6 West
Hubbard, Chicago
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Hw C M FSTEPHANIE BROWNING
Stephanie Browning made a name for herself as the
Artist-in-residence at the world renowned Gold Star Sardine Bar, a
listening room reminiscent of Paris in the 30s. The venue was an
international gem and captivated audiences assisted Stephanie in
honing her improvisational skills and soulful voice. During her
two-year tenure she performed for celebrities and European royalty,
as well as many a love struck couple out to make a memorable night.
Since that time, Stephanie has been featured at the Chicago areas
most notable jazz clubs, including Andys, The Green Mill, Pete
Millers, Pops for Champagne, as well as many others.
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Steven Hashimoto has been a highly visible part of Chicagos jazz
scene since 1976, when he founded the band Mothra (which is still
in existence, with a CD on AsianImprov Records). He has also
anchored the late-night jam sessions at The Green Mill on Fridays
for almost 16 years. He has recorded with many local bands, and
appeared at almost every jazz venue in Chicago. He has also
appeared at The Chicago Jazz Festival, Taste of Chicago,
ChicagoFest, Chicagos Asian American Jazz Festival, as well as
festivals and concert venues nationwide.
3rd SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH 9PM-11:30PM
Steven Hashimoto QuartetSimons TavernChicago
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3rd MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH 8PM-10PM
Steven Hashimoto & Pat FlemingKopi CafChicago
IL773.989.5674______________________________________
EVERY FRIDAY 1:30AM-3:45AM
Green Mill Quartet Jam SessionGreen MillChicago
IL773.878.5552______________________________________
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Hw C M FTHE HARRIS GROUP
The Harris Group delivers an approach to progressive jazz that
focuses on more than improvisation. Influenced by Joe Beck and
Steps Ahead, The Harris Group offers jazz that will no doubt stand
the test of time. Although it is the basis of their repertoire, The
Harris Group knows the audience for their music is broad, not
defined by jazz alone. The Harris Group knows how to please an
audience that is looking for meat and blood rather than fleeting
hits.
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EVERY MONDAY 9PM-1AM
Tommys Pro Jazz PartySerbian Village Restaurant3144 W. Irving
Park Rd., Chicago
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Thursday December 27, 2012 8:30PM
Tommys Chi-Town Jazz Aristocats feat.Eric Schneider, Art Davis,
Kelly Sill, Phil GratteauKaterinas1920 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago,
IL773.348.7592www.katerinas.com______________________________________
Hw C M FTOM MUELLNER
Tommy Muellner is a respected Chicagoland jazz pianist and
composer. He has received critical acclaim from aficionados and
statesmen throughout the jazz world for his piano acumen and
creativity. He has an uncanny understanding of harmonic movement,
improvisation and musical interplay and as such continues to dazzle
audiences with his unique brand of swinging lyrical jazz piano. He
receives rave reviews wherever he performs. Indeed, acclaim for the
talent, taste and splendid style of this consummate professional is
as resonant as the rich chords and silky lines with which Tommy
Muellner creates his personal musical magic.
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Hw C M FZVONIMIR TOT
Sunday December 30, 2012 7PM-10PM
Zvonimir TotKrug718 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling,
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Zvonimir Tot (z-VON-e-mere TOTE) is a Chicago-based jazz
guitarist, composer, and arranger with a style deeply rooted in the
jazz tradition but flavored by his European origin. Tot has
performed in the United States, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany,
Hungary, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Romania, and Croatia.
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