KJazz 88.1 | Community Events Calendar

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8:00pm - 6:30pm

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The Jason Lee Bruns Collective with Kevin Baché (pronounced “bah-SHAY”) is an 8-piece world jazz ensemble playing a unique melange of Jazz, Blues, and Afro/Brazilian music comprised of an ALL-STAR band handpicked from L.A.’s top jazz musicians. All band members have performed with Major Label artists and/or teach music at major universities. Arrangements for the group are inspired by Bruns’ folkloric percussion field-research to Africa, Cuba, Brazil, and Trinidad. Don Heckman (former music columnist for L.A. Times) said that the band's horn section sounds like the famous band “Blood, Sweat, and Tears”. The group’s past two albums charted in the Top-10 for the Roots Music Report and College Music Journal charts, and is broadcast on 300+ FM radio stations nationwide, including the local KJazz/88.1FM, Apple Music, Spotify, and Pandora Radio.

Lineup: Kevin Baché - vocals / arranger Angelo Metz - guitar Danielle Szabo - piano Edwin Livingston - bass Katisse Buckingham - sax & flute TBA - trumpet Jacques Voyemant - trombone Jason Lee Bruns - drums / arranger

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8:30pm

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Presented in association with LA's Fountain Theatre, as well as California’s famed Stanford Live and the Musical Instruments Museum in Phoenix, Arizona, Flamenco Sketches pays homage to Miles Davis through Chano Domínguez’s interpretations of the classic Miles 1959 album Kind of Blue. Titled for one of the album’s iconic pieces, the event reimagines each of the album’s tracks in a setting that is equal parts jazz and flamenco. Led by Chano on piano, the ensemble consists of Blas Córdoba, vocals and palmas (handclaps); National Flamenco Contest (Córdoba, Spain)-winner Daniel Navarro, dancer and palmas; Alexis Cuadrado, bass; and Henry Cole, drums/percussion. In addition to Flamenco Sketches, Chano will perform Piano Iberico, a new piece commissioned by Chamber Music America (CMA). This project won a prestigious CMA Presenters Consortium grant award, a component of the Doris Duke Jazz Ensembles Project. For this IGNITE performance, in addition to seating in the house, a limited number of on stage seats are available for audiences to experience the seamless integration of these two iconic musical traditions up close.

The performance of Chano Domínguez’s Flamenco Sketches, presented in collaboration with Stanford Live and Musical Instruments Museum, is supported by Presenter Consortium for Jazz, a program of Chamber Music America funded through the generosity of the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation.

This event is part of IGNITE @ the FORD!, a series presented by the Ford Theatre Foundation comprised of world-renowned contemporary artists whose work is thought-provoking and reflects the world in which we live. Supported by Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl.

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9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director non profit 501 (c)(3)

"Spring into Summer Jazz Concert Series +"

"Hot Off The Desk" of Dwight Trible -

Friday June 1st Blue Morning Quintet 9:PM 20.00 Saturday June 2nd Rickie Byars Beckwith * 8:PM *25.00

Friday June 8th Yvette Devereaux 9:PM 20.00 Saturday June 9th Roberto Miranda 9:PM 20.00

Friday June 15th Darryl Moore Whispering Giants 9:PM 20.00 Saturday June 16th Ladies Love Laughter 9:PM * 10.00

Friday June 22nd Private Event Saturday June 23rd Nedra Wheeler ( Mingus, Monk and More) Featuring Miguel Atwood Ferguson Jameel Dean, Dale Fielder , Thomas White 9:00 PM 20.00

Friday June 29th Michael Alvidrez, Bobby West, Fritz Wise 9:PM 20.00 Saturday June 30th Rickey Woodard 9:PM 20.00 . Updates: (plz see) Leimert Park Beat "The Soul of L.A. - Only Source Dedicated to the News of Leimert Park" http://www.leimertparkbeat.com/profiles/blogs/the-world-stage-winter-jazz-concert-series-dwightrible-presents &/or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/theworldstage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/search?q=newworldstage&src=typd

Time:

9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World STAGE non profit 501 (c)(3) , "Spring Jazz Concert Series +" . BMQ " 'Live' 'n 'Welcome Home!' "

"We’re coming in hot with a diverse mix of (J)azz standards and originals. You won’t want to miss this evening of swing, surprise, and blues." - Dr. Randy Ross . BMQ’s: “old hares” (regulars) Randy Ross, Co-Founder/Band Leader - saxes Ricardo Lj Mowatt, Co-Founder/Band Leader - drums Paul Batson - guitar Marion Newton - bass

Special Guests: Personnel (accompanyin' collaborators) Larry Cox - piano Chillie Willie Groove - percussion Pat Thomas - voice . Updates: Leimert Park Beat "The Soul of L.A. - Only Source Dedicated to the News of Leimert Park" http://www.leimertparkbeat.com/profiles/blogs/the-world-stage-winter-jazz-concert-series-dwightrible-presents Advance Tix: Eventbrite (search) https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ca--los-angeles/the-world-stage/?q=The+World+Stage&loc=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&date=

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7:30pm - 10:30pm

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Casa Arjona is proud to present NOBRESIL, a dynamic Brazilian jazz band led by Leo and Mari Nobre. In this occasion, Leo and Mari will be accompanied by acclaimed keyboard player, Mika Mutti, and amazing Brazilian drummer, Lucio Vieira (other musicians TBA).

We'll also have Mexican artist, Arturo Martínez, displaying some of his beautiful art (see below)

With more than 12 years of experience doing house concerts, Javier and Gloria Arjona -both musicians from Mexico City-, have been able to create a multicultural atmosphere where musicians are respected and where music is not seen as a profitable merchandise.

Your $20 donation includes light appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks. You are very welcome to bring your own basket and wine at no extra cost.

Patio setting with chairs and little tables under the beautiful evening skies of Long Beach. Plenty of free parking on the street.

Limited seatting.

Questions? Call Javier at (562) 805-7770

Time:

8:00pm - 10:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World STAGE non profit 501 (c)(3) , "Spring Jazz Concert Series +"

“Inspiring community by any means necessary” Rickie BB is one of the 21st century’s most revered singer - songwriters. She is a public speaker, community advocate, founder of the Agape International Choir, and because of her vast repertoire of inspirational songs, is highly regarded as a prominent figure in the New Thought Movement. Rickie’s body of inspirational work ‍‍‍spans over three decades and includes 14 albums of music/choral arrangements composed by her. As a songwriter her transcendent music opens the heart, touches the soul, and uplifts the spirit. Rickie's extensive music catalogue is heard on the radio and on soundtracks for movies and television. Her songs of devotion are regularly included in spiritual centers throughout the world.

Updates: Leimert Park Beat "The Soul of L.A. - Only Source Dedicated to the News of Leimert Park" http://www.leimertparkbeat.com/profiles/blogs/the-world-stage-winter-jazz-concert-series-dwightrible-presents Advance Tix: Eventbrite (search) https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ca--los-angeles/the-world-stage/?q=The+World+Stage&loc=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&date=

Time:

7:15pm - 10:15pm

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Leah Zeger to host record release party at Herb Alpert's Vibratos Grill Jazz (2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077) Sunday June 3, 2018 7:30pm. Leah, an incredibly gifted violinist and jazz vocalist, has toured with Jeff Goldblum, Hans Zimmer and ELO and others. She is celebrating the release of her solo album Plans Change (releasing June 5) with a live show featuring a six piece band and a string quartet.

The album blends jazz, funk, rock and classical with songs that are sometimes quirky and fun or sometimes introspective and honest. It features some of LA's top session players as well as special guests Steve Vai and David Grisman. Reserve a table now.

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

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The Debt Collector limited theatrical release starts on the 5th June, 2018, at The Laemmle Monica Film Center. After the show will be a special Q & A with director of and some of the cast members in the film. Movie Starts at 7pm.

Time:

7:30pm - 9:30pm

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Deemed a “Musical Genius” by Global Good News, American jazz pianist, Keelan Dimick, is a multi-talented musician in high demand. After appearing in several national tours, Keelan was announced a finalist in both the American Pianists Association Competition and the Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition this past year.

Keelan was born and raised in Fairfield, Iowa and went on to earn a Bachelors in Jazz Performance from the Manhattan School of Music as well as a Masters in Music Performance from University of Miami’s Frost School of Music. Additionally, Keelan has shared the stage with jazz luminaries, including Kobie Watkins, David Liebman, Walter Smith III, Brian Lynch, and multi-platinum recording artist Michael Feinstein.

Keelan currently resides in Miami, Florida where he performs nightly and teaches private lessons out of his home studio.

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7:00pm - 9:00pm

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Relax with friends and family with a thrilling selection of free outdoor jazz concerts every Friday evening through August 10 on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza, hosted by radio personality Bubba Jackson. On Friday, June 8, Eric Marienthal will be the featured artist on the Argyros Plaza Stage.

Southern Californian Eric Marienthal began his career with none other than the great New Orleans trumpeter Al Hirt. He went on to join the Chick Corea Elektric Band, recording six CDs with Corea and winning two Grammy Awards. He has since gone on to perform in more than 75 different countries, recorded 14 solo CDs and played on hundreds of records, films, television shows and commercial jingles.

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8:00pm - 11:00pm

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June 8 at 8 PM: Dr Ed Calle brings his "Mamblue" project to Arts Garage. Saxophonist, composer, orchestrator, producer, scholar, professor, and leader Ed Calle is known for his extraordinary ability to sight-read, interpret, and perform virtually any musical style. Throughout the globe, his peers and colleagues often laud his versatility. Despite his prodigious experience, he remains relentlessly demanding about his work. On the tenor sax, Calle has an expressive, full-bodied sound, almost vocal in the middle and upper registers, cello-like at the bottom. As a soloist, he can be deceptively brilliant. He has an impressive, fluid technique and uses it to explore the material at hand with logic and purpose.

The Venezuelan-born, South Florida-based Calle is a Latin Grammy award winner and a five-time Latin Grammy nominee. He is a first-call saxophone player and a musician who has played on more than 1,200 albums and 8,500 singles. He holds a doctorate in higher education leadership from Nova Southeastern University.

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN ... WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sR9llgUg6nA

Time:

9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World STAGE non profit 501 (c)(3)

"Spring into Summer Jazz Concert Series +"

Yvette Devereaux, Band Leader, Conductor, Violinist, Composer, Educator - violin "Jazz, classical, pop"

Updates: Leimert Park Beat "The Soul of L.A. - Only Source Dedicated to the News of Leimert Park" http://www.leimertparkbeat.com/profiles/blogs/the-world-stage-winter-jazz-concert-series-dwightrible-presents Advance Tix: Eventbrite (search) https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ca--los-angeles/the-world-stage/?q=The+World+Stage&loc=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&date=

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7:30pm - 9:30pm

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From NBC’s The Voice and Postmodern Jukebox, Maiya Sykes will be performing live at Vitello’s June 8th

Maiya is one of a few people who can say they've achieved the "trifecta" of being accepted to Yale, Princeton and Harvard. Maiya attended Yale with a triple major in political science, African American studies and music composition. After graduating, she followed in her parents' musical footsteps. She became a background singer and toured with Macy Gray for six years, but now Maiya is ready to step into her own spotlight.

Time:

9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World STAGE non profit 501 (c)(3) , "Spring into Summer Jazz Concert Series +"

Roberto Miranda, Band Leader, performer, teacher - bass "a dynamic bassist who is noted for his inventive, high-energy improvisations. adept in both soulful passages and fleet percussive lines, and is fluent in all (J)azz idioms." - UCLA Jazz Performance Ethnomusicology

Updates: Leimert Park Beat "The Soul of L.A. - Only Source Dedicated to the News of Leimert Park" http://www.leimertparkbeat.com/profiles/blogs/the-world-stage-winter-jazz-concert-series-dwightrible-presents Advance Tix: Eventbrite (search) https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ca--los-angeles/the-world-stage/?q=The+World+Stage&loc=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&date=

Time:

7:00pm - 9:30pm

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If you missed "Hamilton" you don't want to miss LC Master Chorale's rendition, along with music that has filled the Broadway stages for the last century. Just returning from an outstanding concert at Carnegie Hall, LC's music echoes the heartbeat of our nation. Fabulous soloists with background chorus will make you feel like you are right there - on Broadway. Songs by Rogers & Hammmerstein, Disney, Bernstein & Sondheim, and Lin-Manuel Miranda, just to name a few. All centrally located in Torrance, CA. Tickets at the Box Office.

Time:

9:00pm - 12:00am

Event Info:

Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World STAGE non profit 501 (c)(3) , "Spring into Summer Jazz Concert Series +"

Updates: Leimert Park Beat "The Soul of L.A. - Only Source Dedicated to the News of Leimert Park" http://www.leimertparkbeat.com/profiles/blogs/the-world-stage-winter-jazz-concert-series-dwightrible-presents (Calendar) http://www.leimertparkbeat.com/profiles/blogs/afronauts-young-lions-show-n-jam-session-the-new-world-stage-mon (NEWS Blog Post) Advance Tix: Eventbrite (search) https://www.eventbrite.com/o/the-world-stage-performance-gallery-5793939648q=The+World+Stage&loc=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&date=

Time:

9:00pm - 12:00am

Event Info:

Afronauts - Generation XYZ

Personnel: Devin Daniels - alto sax Zack El-Megharbel - trombone Aaron Shaw - tenor sax Jamael Dean aka Dana - piano Nashir Janmohamed - bass Mekala Session - drums

LBP: STAGE Calendar - http://www.leimertparkbeat.com/profiles/blogs/the-world-stage-winter-jazz-concert-series-dwightrible-presents UPF: STAGE Calendar - http://www.universityparkfamily.com/profiles/blogs/summer-jazz-concert-series-dwightrible-presents-the-world-stage

Time:

7:30pm - 9:30pm

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“After Hours” is an evening of songs presented by vocalist Holly Palmer and two-time Grammy Award winner, trumpet player Cuong Vu in which they will perform songs from their new jazz album of the same name. “After Hours” is concept album, in which they interpret classics from the American Songbook supported by world class musicians Larry Goldings, Jay Bellerose and David Piltch.

Time:

10:00am - 10:00pm

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We have a fundamental desire to explore the unexplained. To solve the world’s mysteries. AlienCon 2018 brings together all those seeking the truth about extraterrestrial existence throughout history.

Taking place June 15–17, 2018, in Pasadena, California, AlienCon will feature thought-provoking original programming, celebrity appearances, exhibits, exclusive merchandise, fan competitions, and much more.

Take part in celebrity autograph and photo sessions with some of the biggest names in alien exploration and pop culture.

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

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Relax with friends and family with a thrilling selection of free outdoor jazz concerts every Friday evening through August 10 on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza, hosted by radio personality Bubba Jackson. On Friday, June 15, OCSA's Ambassador Jazz Orchestra with Dan St. Marseille will be featured on the Argyros Plaza Stage.

Under the direction of Dan St. Marseille, OCSA’s award-winning orchestra performs a breadth of repertoire, spanning from early jazz to the present. In addition to weekly rehearsals, the ensemble is often heard performing gigs around the Southern California area for private parties and charitable organizations. Praised by jazz critics worldwide, saxophonist Dan St. Marseille has worked with many major jazz and commercial artists, including conguero Poncho Sanchez, saxophonist Richie Cole, and singers Cab Calloway and Mel Torme.

Time:

9:00pm - 11:30pm

Event Info:

Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World STAGE non profit 501 (c)(3)

"Spring into Summer Jazz Concert Series +"

"Whispering Giants"

Darryl Moore, Band Leader, Composer, Producer, Recording Engineer, Educator - drums, percussion "Black Music, Jazz, hip hop"

Updates: Leimert Park Beat "The Soul of L.A. - Only Source Dedicated to the News of Leimert Park" http://www.leimertparkbeat.com/profiles/blogs/the-world-stage-winter-jazz-concert-series-dwightrible-presents Advance Tix: Eventbrite (search) https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ca--los-angeles/the-world-stage/?q=The+World+Stage&loc=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&date=

Time:

6:30am - 2:00pm

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Collectible items: Precious Moments, Thomas Kinkade, mugs, clothes, dvds

Time:

7:45pm - 10:30pm

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Tujunga Social Club plays the best in Latin Jazz, boogoolo, Cha-Cha-cha, salsa, cumbia with some oldies and reggae! Five Piece Band includes Joel Shryack Tenor saxophone, flute and vocals, Roman Drums with percussion Rick Hills Keyboards Teressa Sanchez Bass guitar Ralph Stanfield Guitar with vocals. Celebrate Father’s Day with us at Pinocchio’s

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8:00pm - 11:00pm

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Saturday June 16 at 8 PM: South Florida JAZZ at Bailey Hall concludes its season with a performance by Nicole Henry. Tickets are $35, $40, or $45 at baileyhall.org or by phone at (954) 201-6884. Students under 25 with ID pay $10. The concert will be preceded at 7:45 by "Ron's 15," outlining next season's offerings.

“Elegant. Powerful. Stylish. Energetic. Mesmerizing. Expressive. Shimmering. Personable. Nicole Henry really is breathtaking, visually, and to the ears.”- Jodi Duckett, The Morning Call

Nicole Henry was born in Bucks County, Pennsylvania to a musical family and was immersed in the arts, singing in church and school, while studying cello and ballet. Performance, however, was clearly her destiny. She matriculated at University of Miami and briefly pursued an acting career limited to commercials and voiceovers before acknowledging that she excelled at vocal jazz performance. Since her dazzling 2004 record debut, The Nearness of You, Nicole has established herself as one of the jazz world's most acclaimed vocalists. However, it was the 2011 release of the acclaimed Embraceable CD that expanded her repertoire beyond standards, as she introduced original compositions and even a touch of gospel. She benefited from an all-star jazz band that included Kirk Whalum, Gerald Clayton, Julian Lage, Gil Goldstein, Larry Grenadier and Eric Harland.

Nicole possesses a potent combination of beauty, onstage charisma, impeccable phrasing, and powerful emotional resonance. Her repertoire includes the American Songbook, classic and contemporary jazz titles, blues, and originals. On this long-awaited date, Nicole will lead her outstanding quintet. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0Vb571qUDo

Time:

9:00am - 11:00pm

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VidCon is an event and experience for those who work in online video and those who love it. Made for both the creators and viewers of the online video industry, VidCon 2018 will again be a celebration of everything that makes this medium awesome, bringing together a global community that believes online video is the most important cultural force since the motion picture.

VidCon was started in 2010 by the Vlogbrothers, John and Hank Green, as a place where people who had only ever met on the internet could connect in real life. Since then, the VidCon event in the United States has expanded to over 30,000 people and in 2018 will continue to grow into the new wing of the Anaheim Convention Center, the event’s home for the past several years.

Time:

7:30pm - 9:30pm

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Kristina Koller makes her L.A. debut at Vitello’s!!

The accomplished, vocalist, composer and arranger will present music from her debut album ‘Perception’. As one of the most applauded rising stars in jazz, Koller has developed quickly into a highly individual vocalist, melding jazz, funk, R&B and alt-rock sounds into her songs. She arranges tunes in unique ways, knowing that adding to the legacy of jazz is much more important than recreating the performances of others. Kristina culled her musical chops in the NYC jazz scene, performing at venerable jazz haunts such as Smalls, Smoke, Minton’s, Mezzrow as well as The Apollo Theater.

Koller is a very original contemporary jazz vocalist, one that anyone interested in jazz, or for that matter progressive music, needs to hear.

“Behold the arrival of a great new talent” – All About Jazz

“Kristina has proven to be a force in the vocal jazz arena” – Cyrille Aimée

“Indie-voiced Kristina Koller mixes jazz and bohemia…Gotta see her!” – JazzWeekly

“ ’Perception’, covers a lot of musical territory with originality and grace” – Hot House Jazz

Time:

8:00pm - 8:00pm

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The Experts in Mystery Entertainment are now performing live public and private interactive murder mystery dinner shows in San Diego and surrounding areas throughout California. Join us for a night of intrigue, deception, and delicious food in this comedic thriller!

Time:

6:30pm - 11:15pm

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Tina Phillips and the Divine Jazz Trio Tina Phillips – Vocals Sascha Dupone – Piano Sherry Luchette – Bass Nicole Falzone – Drums

Tina Phillips and Sherry Luchette first had the opportunity to work together at The Jazz Bakery. This time Tina is working with her LA based band The Divine Jazz Trio. Website www.TinaPhillipsJazz.com

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7:00pm - 9:00pm

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Relax with friends and family with a thrilling selection of free outdoor jazz concerts every Friday evening through August 10 on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza, hosted by radio personality Bubba Jackson. On Friday, June 22, Danilo Lozano and Dayren Santamaria will be featured on the Argyros Plaza Stage.

Flute soloist, musical director, record producer and educator, Danilo Lozano performs both innovative and accessible music by Latin American, African-American, Latin Jazz and Cuban composers as well as rarely heard pieces of the classical and contemporary repertories.

Cuban-born violinist Dayren Santamaria is the daughter of a musician father and an actress mother. She opted for a musical life and began to study violin at the age of 8. Today she has her own band, Dayren Santamaria and Made in Cuba with some of the best musicians in Los Angeles, including Oscar Hernandez (piano), Jimmy Branly (drums/timbales), Joey De Leon (congas/vocals), and Carlitos Del Puerto (bass).

Time:

9:00pm - 11:00pm

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Producer Robert j. Carmack has hand picked the best musicians in LA.and curated the special compositions by jazz crusaders from their early years to late 70s. CRUSADER LEGACY 5 PLUS BAND Teodross Avery- Theo Saunders- Don Littleton-Alvin Starks- Mike Alvidrez & Robert J. Carmack original poetry by Robert J. Carmack . tixs available exclusively at www.eventbrite.com. contact blues2jazz2003@yahoo.com or general info 951-840-7120. $25 online only no door.

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10:00am - 3:00pm

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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S PREMIER LIFESTYLE, HEALTH, AND ACTIVE AGING EXPO!

7th Annual Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo – INLAND EMPIRE EDITION ....An Event For Baby Boomers & Seniors!

Saturday, June 23rd 2018 Session 1: 10am - 12noon Session 2: 1pm - 3pm

(Attend 1 session or attend BOTH sessions ........ Session 2 receives a bonus gift!)

DoubleTree Hotel... 222 N. Vineyard Ave. Ontario, CA 91764

The Complete Event Schedule will be posted 1 month before the event.

ATTENTION BABY BOOMERS, SENIORS, FRIENDS AND FAMILY MEMBERS:

You do not want to miss the 2018 Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo which will take place on Saturday, June 23rd from 10am – 3pm at the DoubleTree Hotel in Ontario, CA! This once per year event will offer an abundance of information, resources, education, and fun for baby boomers and seniors 50 years of age and older. Be sure to tell your friends, family, colleagues, neighbors, and social/professional organizations about this event! For more information and to pre-register, go to www.goldenfutureseniorexpo.com.

Interested in reserving a booth? E-mail us at info@goldenfutureexpos.com or reach us directly at 424-772-6039.

GOLDEN FUTURE 50+ …… CHANGING THE WAY WE AGE!

Time:

11:00am - 5:00pm

Event Info:

this is an all day event with 4 stages of music, dance and visual arts as well as a patio with art related vendors, beer/wine tasting and food. Entry is free to the public.with small fee for tastings. Corporate sponsorship available. website will be up in a 1 month. sponsored by the city of Torrance and Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation. for last years performers (including Perla Batalla) see our website.www.torrancearts.org

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7:30pm - 11:00pm

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Fresh off of a successful debut tour celebrating his first album, Instead (4 stars, Downbeat Magazine), Ben Rosenblum returns to the West Coast with his trio this summer to promote his forthcoming second album, River City, featuring rising stars Kanoa Mendenhall on bass and Ben Zweig on drums. On Saturday, June 23rd at 7:30pm, Ben will perform at Cathy Segal-Garcia’s Saturday Night Downtown LA jazz series at Au Lac. Described as an “impressive talent” by All About Jazz, Ben Rosenblum is an internationally touring artist whose trio has appeared throughout the United States, Canada and Japan. A winner of awards from ASCAP, Downbeat and the American Jazz Piano Competition, Ben has worked in the bands of such jazz luminaries as Curtis Lundy, Winard Harper, TS Monk, Bobby Watson, Chris Washburne, Wayne Escoffery and Warren Wolf. Ben’s first priority in his composition and in his playing is always narrative — to tell a compelling story with his music, reaching the hearts of his audience and connecting on an emotional, an intellectual and a spiritual level. Learn more about Ben at https://www.benrosenblummusic.com/about.html, and purchase tickets at http://www.saturdaynightjazzdtla.com/events-tickets.

Time:

9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World STAGE non profit 501 (c)(3)

"Spring into Summer Jazz Concert Series +"

"Mingus, Monk & More"

Nedra Wheeler, Band Leader, Professor, Educator - bass "Local Jazz Royalty, Virtuosa, distinguished & distinctive" - O-! "She plays joyously." - Howard Rumsey

Personnel: feat. Miguel Atwood Ferguson, Jamael Dean, Dale Fielder, & Thomas White

Updates: Leimert Park Beat "The Soul of L.A. - Only Source Dedicated to the News of Leimert Park" http://www.leimertparkbeat.com/profiles/blogs/the-world-stage-winter-jazz-concert-series-dwightrible-presents Advance Tix: Eventbrite (search) https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ca--los-angeles/the-world-stage/?q=The+World+Stage&loc=Los+Angeles%2C+CA&date=

Time:

8:00am - 11:00am

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SHATTERPROOF TO HOST RISE UP AGAINST ADDICTION 5K RUN/WALK IN LOS ANGELES ON JUNE 24th Rise Up Against Addiction 5K Run/Walk in Los Angeles Will Continue Shatterproof’s National Campaign to End the Stigma of Addiction

WHAT: Shatterproof, a national nonprofit dedicated to ending the stigma of addiction will host a 5K Run/Walk in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 24th as part of its Rise Up Against Addiction campaign.

Participants are invited to run/walk 5 kilometers to show support for anyone who has been touched by addiction and bring the disease of addiction into the light. Guests will have the opportunity to engage in activities geared towards uniting the community and promoting positive change. Highlights include: The Shatterproof Community Village, which will showcase substance use disorder resources from local organizations; The Memorial Gallery, featuring photos and stories of lost loved ones; a Celebrate Recovery area, a space to unite with hundreds of others in recovery; and more.

There will also be a presentation by Shatterproof Founder and CEO, Gary Mendell, local families touched by addiction and leading event sponsors.

Every dollar raised supports Shatterproof’s advocacy efforts, provides trusted, evidence-based resources for families, and ends the stigma of addiction.

** For more information or to register for Shatterproof’s Los Angeles 5K Run/Walk, click here **

WHO: Local families touched by addiction and leading event sponsors.

WHEN: June 24, 2018 8:00 AM Site opens 9:00 AM Speakers/Program begins 9:30 AM Run/Walk begins

WHERE: Grand Park 200 North Grand Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90012

PHOTOS: Photos available on request

About Shatterproof: Shatterproof is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing the devastation the disease of addiction causes families. Shatterproof works to end the stigma and foster a community of support, providing evidence-based resources to support prevention, treatment and recovery. Shatterproof advocates for changes in policy at the federal and state level and supports the development and implementation of evidence-based solutions for substance use disorders.

About Gary Mendell: Gary Mendell is the Founder and CEO of Shatterproof. He founded Shatterproof after losing his son Brian to addiction in 2011 to spare other families of the tragedy his family suffered. Mr. Mendell founded HEI Hotels & Resorts, a multi-billion-dollar company that oversees a portfolio of 70 hotels. He’s also a former trustee and president of Starwood Lodging Trust. Mr. Mendell received his B.S. from Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration and his MBA with distinction from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

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7:30pm - 9:30pm

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Jay Jennings is a 3 time Grammy award winning jazz trumpeter. His newest project, The YAYennings Quartet, was born upon his arrival to Los Angeles in 2017. The group consists of Bob Reynolds (Snarky Puppy, John Mayer), Jose Perez (Poncho Sanchez) and Ross Schodek (Poncho Sanchez). It is a chordless quartet with an early 1950’s west coast bebop sound. All compositions written by Jay Jennings.

Jay grew up in the small town of Grapevine, TX. He was lucky to have a piano in the house growing up, which he considers his introduction to music education. Jennings started playing the trumpet at age 11, and by 15 he was already playing professionally. In high school he was selected to the Texas All-State Jazz Ensemble both sophomore and senior years and was selected for the High School Grammy Jazz Ensemble, which performed at the 44th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, CA. Jennings auditioned as a college freshman and was selected for a jazz soloist chair in the world renowned One O'clock Lab Band at UNT. When he was 22 he joined the Dallas based, symphonic rock band The Polyphonic Spree. He recorded and toured with them until moving to Brooklyn, NY in 2009. Jennings eventually began touring with capital records artist Eli "Paperboy" Reed in 2010 and over his career has backed up some of the world's finest artists such as Aretha Franklin, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, The O'Jays, Jimmy Buffet, James Taylor, Jon Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, The Four Tops, Broken Social Scene and many more. Currently, Jay is touring with country music star Toby Keith and is living in Los Angeles, CA. He continues to record and tour with the Grammy Award winning band, Snarky Puppy.

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7:00pm - 9:00pm

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Relax with friends and family with a thrilling selection of free outdoor jazz concerts every Friday evening through August 10 on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza, hosted by radio personality Bubba Jackson. On Friday, June 29, Matt Forbes & His Vintage Pop Orchestra will be featured on the Argyros Plaza Stage, along with The Ron Kobayashi Trio featuring Andrea Miller.

Bringing a bold, new sound to 'vintage pop', Matt Forbes is hailed as the freshest voice to hit the genre in more than a decade. His soulful vocals and unmistakable sound are wowing the millennials of his own generation with songs made popular decades before they were born.

The Ron Kobayashi Trio featuring Andrea Miller will open for Matt Forbes and his Vintage Pop Orchestra. The addition of Miller’s soulful and sensual voice to the jazz ensemble will be a perfect complement to Ron Kobayashi’s piano melodies.

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9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World STAGE non profit 501 (c)(3)

"Summer Jazz Concert Series +"

Rickey Woodard, Band Leader - saxes "Masterful"

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