KJazz 88.1 | Community Events Calendar

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9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director, The 'new' World STAGE Art, Education & Performance Gallery non-profit 501(c)(3)

APRIL "Spring Jazz Concert Series +" Mon., 1st - 'new' CLASS of 2020 JAM SESSION w/ 'new' Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance Ensemble Fri., 5th - JOHN BEASLEY Sat., 6th - JESSE SHARPS, Horace Tapscott Birthday Celebration Fri., 12th - ROXANNE REESE Sat., 13th - DON LITTLETON Latin Band Fri., 19th - JERRY QUICKLY Sat., 20th - Ladies Love Laughter Fri., 26th - TREVOR LAWRENCE Quintet w/ Masumi Yamamoto Sat., 27th - JULIE KELLY

Plz see individual event listings | Most events Fri. & Sat., 2-sets, 9-11:30 p.m., $20 | All Ages Welcome (unless otherwise indicated)

Advance Tickets: Eventbrite - (search) https://www.eventbrite.com/o/the-world-stage-performance-gallery-5793939648 (highly recommended, when available)

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9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Special To: The World Stage

Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance Ensemble at UCLA hosts an all-ages jam session at the renowned World Stage, a cultural landmark that has been at the heart of the(J)azz scene and African American cultural community here in Los Angeles since 1989. The evening will kick off with a set by the Ensemble, featuring Roni Eytan (harmonica), Aidan Lombard (trumpet), Lenard Simpson (alto saxophone), Chris Lewis (tenor saxophone), Paul Cornish (piano), Emma Dayhuff (bass) and Malachi Whitson (drums). These musicians are students at the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. This intensive, graduate-level college program enables a select group of the world’s most promising young musicians to study tuition-free with legendary (J)azz artists and educators including NEA Jazz Masters Dee Dee Bridgewater, Ron Carter, Benny Golson, Jimmy Heath, Dianne Reeves and Wayne Shorter, among others. Since its founding, the Stage has grown to assume a pioneering and pivotal role in South L.A.’s music and art landscape and has been a fertile environment that has produced some of the leaders in today's creative music scene. Admission $5

Holly Wallace Administrative Director Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz

- All Ages Welcome - instrument, voice, improvisation - musicians, patrons of the arts audience

Dwight Trible Executive Director The World Stage

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7:00pm - 10:00pm

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Friday April 5 from 7-10 PM: The City of Miami Beach presents "First Friday," a series of FREE concerts at Normandy Fountain in North Beach, this month featuring the French Horn Collective. The Collective is an energetic and progressive band that performs an eclectic variety of Gypsy Jazz, Swing, and modern original French music throughout South Florida. Led by Parisian Musician, multi-instrumentalist, composer, singer and songwriter Vincent Raffard, the diverse group consists of anywhere from 3 to 8 highly talented musicians from a myriad of musical backgrounds, with instrumentation including Trumpet, Guitar, Violin, Double Bass, Clarinet, and Vocals. The French Horn Collective's wide variety of musical influences, ranging from Gypsy Jazz, Hot Swing, Ska, to Polka, result in the band producing a smooth mixture of progressive Gypsy/Parisian/Swing/World Music. Music courtesy of KCC Productions, 305-332-2623

"A perfect stylistic harmony and a fluent technique are the results of this complex energy named “French Gypsy Jazz”." (French Culture Miami)

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYfktPil3IQ

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-french-horn-collective-at-first-friday-normandy-fountain-tickets-59238675473

Alongside the musical performance will be a class hosted by Painting with a Twist's Miami Beach studio. The session runs from 7-9 and is free. Reservations can be made at https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/miami-beach/ or by calling 786-606-4100.

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8:00pm

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Jazz-blues instrumental artists, Levy and Hinman have careers that shine with elite gigs. Levy’s guitar drives Tracy Chapman’s “Give Me One Reason” and flows through Norah Jones’ “Come Away with Me.” Hinman’s pedal steel sings behind Sara Bareilles, Rosanne Cash, K.D. Lang and many others.

Individually, the members of this instrumental quartet have also played with Ray LaMontagne, Amos Lee, Jackson Browne, Sam Phillips, Over the Rhine, Elvis Costello, the Milk Carton Kids, and dozens of other venerable artists.

As a collective unit, the quartet has only been playing together for a relatively short time but you’d never guess that from their deep grooves and telepathic interplay. They play soul music without words, country music without hats, blues music without regrets.

Rich Hinman: pedal steel guitar Adam Levy: guitar Jennifer Condos: bass Jay Bellerose: drums

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8:00pm

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Vocalist & Las Vegas headliner Jennifer Keith is an American Classic and a descendant of a long line of entertainers that began with her great great grandfather B.F. Keith. Many have described Jenny as “a pinup doll with a voice reminiscent of Keely Smith, Doris Day and Julie London.” Her fabulous band is led by Mando Dorame, the tenor saxophonist and co-founder of world-renowned Royal Crown Revue, a band who is credited for reviving the swing movement.

Time:

9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World Stage Art, Education & Performance Gallery a non profit 501 (c)(3) (All Ages Welcome)

"Jazz Appreciation Month" "Weekend Kick-Off"

"Spring Jazz Concert Series +"

Special To: STAGE - John Beasley, Quartet Leader “Beasley, the one-time keyboardist for Freddie Hubbard and Miles Davis, reflects a variety of generational influences, incorporating the emphatic chordal clusters of Herbie Hancock, the rhythmic quirkiness of Monk and the lush intelligence of Art Tatum into a highly refined personal voice.” - Bill Kohlhaase, L.A. Times http://johnbeasleymusic.com/event/john-beasley-quartet-bennie-maupin-mike-gurrola-anthony-fung-world-stage/

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6:30pm - 11:00pm

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2019 Best of NFMLA Awards

Join NFMLA as we celebrate the Best of NFMLA Awards show! A spectacular night recognizing the best talent in independent cinema from around the globe.

On Saturday, April 6th, 2019, NFMLA and its Board of Directors invite you to join us as we honor the ‘Best of NFMLA’ nominees from our 11th film festival edition. The evening will honor 111 films, writers and performers, nominated in 12 Award categories including new media, animation, documentary and narrative. The nominees are largely comprised of films from the NFMLA diversity initiative, InFocus.

For the past 11 years, the NFMLA Film Festival has built its reputation based on the quality of programming, assembling an extensive catalogue of over 2500 projects from 76+ countries. Major and indie studios, brands and distribution companies have accessed within the NFMLA Alumni pool to source professional new talent.

The event will feature special guests and performers and drinks by Karl Strauss and Tito's. Please join as we celebrate Tomorrow’s filmmakers, today.

Tickets are available for $50 (General admission: includes access to show, reception, food and drinks)

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8:00pm - 10:00pm

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A beautiful blend of Bossa nova, samba, jazz, and original songs that show off the vocal talents of the group. The rhythm section will be laying some strong grooves for this mosaic of Brazilian jazz, boleros, and more , from this super fun group. With Sid Andersson and Gloria Arjona on vocals, Taura Smith at the piano, Tom Kipp on sax and flute, Jay Kirsch onguitar, accordion and cavaquinho, Lucio Vieira on drums, and Javier Arjona on the bass. Tickets are available through the Alvas showroom website calendar (just click on the date for tix link) Snacks, food, and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome to bring into the venue.

Time:

9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World Stage Art, Education & Performance Gallery a non profit 501 (c)(3) (All Ages Welcome)

"Jazz Appreciation Month" "Weekend Kick-Off"

"Spring Jazz Concert Series +"

Tribute: Horace Tapscott Birthday Celebration w/ Jesse Sharps, Event Organizer - woodwinds Father & Son Co-Band Leaders - Michael Session - saxes Mekala Session - drums

8PM - Opening set by Madeline Lyons

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3:00pm - 7:00pm

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Masters of Taste is a premier food and beverage festival on the field of the iconic Rose Bowl. 100% of event proceeds benefit Union Station Homeless Services, a 501(c)(3) organization.

The fourth annual event introduces an exciting new host chef concept, featuring Michael Hung (Faith and Flower) as the premier event host/ambassador. Join over 2,500 food and beverage enthusiasts and walk the Rose Bowl field while enjoying delicious, unlimited tastings from LA’s top Master Chefs and restaurants, craft cocktail bars, wineries and local breweries.

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4:00pm - 6:00pm

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The playful and beautiful flute of Nori Tani returns once again with pianist Mr Sekai ( Masakazu Sekine ) for a soulful musical meeting filled with classic jazz, latin, and original music. Anchoring this great group will be the world class rhythm section of Tony Dumas on the bass, and drummer Chris Wabich . Tickets for this show are available through the Alvas Showroom website calendar (just click the date for the tix link) Snacks, food, and non alcoholic beverages are welcome to bring into the venue.

Time:

9:00pm - 11:30pm

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The New Nine will perform a tribute to Miles Davis' Birth of the Cool: All tunes from the 1949 record and original arrangements for the nonet

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7:00pm - 8:15pm

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Ashley Pezzotti is a seasoned jazz performer currently based in Miami, Florida. She has performed or studied with with many Grammy award winning artists including Keith Urban, Latin singer Juanes, Jon Secada, Chick Corea, Delfeayo Marsalis, Vampire Weekend, Arturo Sandoval, Plácido Domingo, Cyrille Aimée, Kenny Barron, Branford Marsalis, Cheryl Bentyne, Kevin Mahogany, and Julie Silvera. She was named a YoungArts winner for Jazz Voice in 2013, and a YoungArts winner for Popular Voice in 2014.

Capturing the heart of audiences with her extensive repertoire and roots in traditional jazz and bebop, Ashley creates an atmosphere of excitement that will transport you to another place and time. Her style is reminiscent of the great Anita O'Day and June Christy, and she performs with a level of maturity that is far beyond her years.

Now releasing her first CD, appropriately titled "We've Only Just Begun," Ashley brings her talents to New York at Birdland April 9 at 7 PM. Birdland is at 315 West 44th St between 8th and 9th Aves, and is served by the 1, 2, 3, 7, A, E, N, and Q trains at all times. More info at http://birdlandjazz.com

EPK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1xXu-qIYouM

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9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World Stage Art, Education & Performance Gallery a non profit 501 (c)(3)

"Jazz Appreciation Month"

"Spring Jazz Concert Series +"

"One Night w/ Roxanne" Actress-Comedienne-Singer - " Lady Entertainer; 'amazing', 'talented', 'brilliant', 'captivating performer' " ~

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9:00am - 4:00pm

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Quilters by the Sea Quilt Guild in Long Beach presents their biannual quilt show to support the charities they provide quilts with on a yearly basis to 6 Long Beach charities. Over 150 quilts will be shown, there will be quilts for sale, boutique items, opportunity quits and baskets, Vendors, bed turnings, and a Jelly Roll race on Sunday. Cost is $10, $1 military discount with ID, ages under 8 and over 80 free.

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7:30pm - 10:00pm

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Vera's Heartbeat and Casa Arjona proudly present Brazilian guitarist, composer and singer Denise Reis at Casa Arjona on Saturday, April 13. She will be joined by Mika Mutti (Sergio Mendes, Mariana de Moraes) on keys and Lúcio Vieira (Gilberto Gil, Maria Bethania, Dominguinhos) on drums.

“One of the most musical people I have ever met” – Jô Soares

Denise Reis is an acclaimed Brazilian singer, songwriter and guitarist who strives to bring the harmony, warmth and joy embodied by Brazilian culture to the world. She covers a broad range of styles, from Popular Brazilian Music (MPB) to World Music and Jazz. Denise amazes and delights audiences with her warm artistic expression and exquisite musicality full of emotion, technique, and sophistication. Her voice sails through complex and textured rhythm patterns seemingly effortlessly.

She has performed in concert in Senegal, Ukraine, Venezuela, Portugal, Slovenia, Canada, and Israel. She frequently tours with the world-renowned composer Yoni Rechter and has composed and performed for His Holiness the Dalai Lama, who gave her a standing ovation. Currently based in New York, she is a regular at Birdland and frequently performed at Caffe Vivaldi.

“Denise Reis sings with a voice of a true veteran singer. Her interpretation is wonderful, coloring and turning any song even more beautiful. Her vocal cords are never out of tune and her throat is privileged. I could even say: Her throat is magic” – Tito Madi.

Reis was born in Belo Horizonte, and began studying guitar at age 10. She has recorded two albums: Chá de Hortelã com Caviar (Mint Tea and Caviar) with featured guitarist Guinga, as well as Zé Nogueira and Luciana Rabello as special guests. Her album Alfândega debuted many of her own original compositions.

Light appetizers will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own wine and favorite hors d'oeuvres. Free parking in the street. Limited seating.

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9:00pm - 11:30pm

Event Info:

Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World Stage Art, Education & Performance Gallery a non profit 501 (c)(3)

"Jazz Appreciation Month"

"Spring Jazz Concert Series +"

Elephants N'da Park aka Elefantes En El Parque - Jazz on the Latin-side ~

Don Littleton, Band Leader - drums & percussion ”a drummer that fills & spills percussive rhythmic love all over, in & though the sound of the music. The time ticks, the brushes caress, & the stick connect w/ imagination, style & individual flair.” - jazzcat

Personnel: Pablo Calogero - woodwinds Mahesh Balasooriya - keys Michael Alvidrez - bass Andrew Acosta - perc.

Special Guest: Munyungo! Jackson - perc.,

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Time:

9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World Stage Art, Education & Performance Gallery a non profit 501 (c)(3)

"Jazz Appreciation Month"

"Spring Jazz Concert Series +"

Special To: TWS - Touring Chicago H.S. Honors ensemble Jamz @ The 'new' World STAGE ~

A 'new' all-ages jam session @ the renowned 'new' World Stage. Hosted by the ChiArts Jazz Sextet, the top (J)azz ensemble at The Chicago High School for the Arts. The Windy City's premier public performing arts high school, ChiArts belongs to the network of performing arts high schools that collaborates w/ the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz.

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7:00pm - 9:00pm

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BEAR CITY: Free Comedy & Free Pizza Wednesday, April 17th Doors at 6:50. Show at 7:00pm. Que Sera (1923 E 7th St, Long Beach, CA) 21+ No Cover!

Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month, BEAR CITY brings free comedy and free pizza to Que Sera in Long Beach! Featuring comedians that have been seen on Comedy Central, Conan, The Tonight Show + surprise guests!

Pizzas provided by 7th Street Pizza! (@7thstreetpizzalb)

April 17th Lineup: Rodger Lizaola (Laughs on Fox) Julia Prescott (Screen Junkies) Katie Merriam (Funny or Die) Deric Poston (Ice House) Sam Lopez (Comedy Store) Ehsan Ahmad (Desi Comedy Fest) Tre’ Stewart (Laugh Factory) Matt Lockwood (Comedy Store) Hosted by Stephen Furey & Trevor Hill

Reserve your spot at: http://bearcity.eventbrite.com

Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/events/273718013324315

Social Media: http://instagram.com/bearcitycomedy http://facebook.com/bearcitycomedy http://twitter.com/bearcitycomedy

Time:

9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World Stage Art, Education & Performance Gallery a non profit 501 (c)(3)

"Jazz Appreciation Month"

"Spring Jazz Concert Series +" 'n "Jazz State of Mind"

The only West Coast show of this groundbreaking collaboration between "collabo-" Regan & Jerry Quickley.

"doing show w/" Regan - "Supa Secret Guest collabo-" - J.Q

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7:00pm - 8:30pm

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BEAR CITY has brought SoCal’s best comedians to Long Beach for the past 2+ years. On Saturday, 4/20 they’re throwing a “Best of” show featuring four of the absolute crushingest comedians that have graced the Que Sera stage. It’s an extra special show for “extra” people on a “special” day. And it’s only $5. See you there, buds!

Free pizzas from 7th Street Pizza! (@7thstreetpizzalb)

Also featuring a Raffle of assorted goodies!

April 20th Lineup: Jesus Trejo (Comedy Central, TBS) Punkie Johnson (Comedy Store, Clusterfest) Gareth Reynolds (The Dollop Podcast, NBC) Steph Tolev (Just For Laughs) Guest Host: Jessica Sele *lineup subject to change

Purchase your ticket at: http://bestofbearcity.eventbrite.com

Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/events/548125202260868

Best of Bear City Comedy: 4/20 Show! Saturday, April 20th Doors at 6:30. Show at 7:00pm. Que Sera (1923 E 7th St, Long Beach, CA) $5 Advance. $10 Door. 21+ No drink minimum! *Assistive listening devices for hearing impaired available upon request.

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Time:

8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Saturday, April 20, 2019 at 8: South Florida JAZZ, the area’s preeminent jazz society, presents Stefon Harris and Blackout, featuring saxophonist Casey Benjamin. Passionate artistry and astonishing virtuosity have propelled the Albany, New York native mallet player, Stefon Harris, to the forefront of the invigorated jazz scene. Following his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the Manhattan School of Music, he has been heralded as one of the most important artists in jazz. In addition to his four Grammy ® nominations, he also is the recipient of the prestigious Martin E. Segal Award from Lincoln Center and has been named “Best Mallet Player” by DownBeat Magazine and the Jazz Journalists Association. He also has fared extremely well in other polls that have been dominated reflexively for so long by now-retired Gary Burton.

“The standout vibraphonist of his generation.” – The New Yorker ARTISTIC PERSONNEL Stefon Harris – vibraphone & marimba Casey Benjamin – alto saxophone Marc Cary – piano Ben Williams – bass Terreon Gully – drums Bailey Hall is located on the A. Hugh Adams Central Campus at 3501 SW Davie Rd. in Davie and offers free parking. Tickets are $40-$50; $10 for students under 25 with valid I.D.; they are available by visiting southfloridajazz.org or baileyhall.org or contacting the Bailey Hall box office at (954) 201-6884. The box office and phone lines are open Monday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m.; Saturday from 7:00 p.m. until curtain time. All performances start at 8:00 p.m.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=_FwOL3s46zc

Time:

8:30pm - 11:30pm

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Coming in HOT off 5 sold out shows at the Lincoln Center in NYC, we're excited to welcome the Azar Lawrence Experience to The Mint.

Azar’s 2018 album, Elementals, hit #2 on the Jazz Weekly charts. Chris May wrote: “Azar Lawrence sounds more like John Coltrane than John Coltrane ever did. Well, almost…. but it has not been a cynical pose designed to maximize Lawrence's commercial appeal.” (All About Jazz, April 18, 2018.) Concord reissued the highly acclaimed Bridge Into The New Age in November of 2017.

Azar’s band, The Azar Lawrence Experience (TALE) appears with as many as eight musicians who sizzle to the sounds of Azar's powerful original compositions, and a Coltrane standard here and there. The jazz world eagerly awaits Concord’s vinyl reissue of Azar's stunning 1976 album, Summer Solstice. TALE dedicates itself to sharing a lifetime of Azar's music, art and spirituality with global audiences.

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8:30pm - 9:30pm

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9:30pm

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Join us every other Monday night for Jazz, Soul, and Hip Hop.

Time:

9:00pm - 11:30pm

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Presented by Dwight Trible, Executive Director of The 'new' World Stage Art, Education & Performance Gallery a non profit 501 (c)(3)

"Jazz Appreciation Month"

"Spring Jazz Concert Series +" "Jazz/Hip-hop/R&B"

TLQ plus + Trevor Lawrence, the saxman for Marvin Gaye, Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder & many more. . . Teaming w/ the Queen of Quartal, pianist Masumi Yamamoto, to create this collection of exciting contemporary Jazz pieces. The Band is made up of the "Skipper", legendary bassist Henry Franklin, along w/ two drummers; the powerful & dynamic Tony Austin, & the legendary Roy McCurdy. This combination delivers the exciting rhythm base, that is the basis of; tinged fusion, w/ straight ahead Jazz music at it's core.

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Time:

2:30pm - 6:00pm

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Swinging jazz concert with Barbara Morrison, Betty Bryant, the Donald Dean Jazz All Stars, Richard Simon Joanna Williams, Jacques Lesure, Marti Lacroix, Greg Beck, and other jazz favorites, with the 2019 Scholarship Winners and James Janisse as Emcee. Free Refreshments and Free Parking

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4:00pm - 7:00pm

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Sunday April 28, 4-7 PM: Global Arts Project & The Collins Park Neighborhood Association present the Artscape Concert Series, featuring the renowned vocalist Nicole Henry celebrating International Jazz Day.

Nicole Henry is one of the jazz world's most acclaimed vocalists, possessing a potent combination of dynamic vocal abilities, impeccable phrasing, and powerful emotional resonance.

Her passionate, soulful voice and heartfelt charisma has earned her a Soul Train Award for “Best Traditional Jazz Performance," and three Top-10 U.S. Billboard and HMV Japan jazz albums. Heralded by The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, The Japan Times, El Pais, Jazz Times, Essence and more, Ms. Henry tells real stories through unparalleled interpretations of repertoire from the American Songbook, classic and contemporary jazz, popular standards, blues and originals.

She has captivated audiences in over 20 countries, headlining at venues in New York, Tokyo, Madrid, Moscow, Paris, Shanghai, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, San Francisco and Miami. Ms. Henry has also performed in more than 30 music festivals worldwide and in some of the world’s most famous venues including Blue Note, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Blues Alley, Arsht Center, Feinstein’s, Green Mill, Jazz St. Louis, Madrid Jazz Festival, the Regattabar, and Catalina Jazz.

“The obvious forerunner to Ms. Henry…is the younger Natalie Cole, to whose style she adds a coating of brass.” - Stephen Holden, NY Times

Collins Park is located at 2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, next to the Bass Museum. The show will open with a set by students of Dr. Ed Calle. Food service will be available on-site. Note it is also the Bass Museum's Family Day, 10AM - 5PM.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=abXr06kstOI

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nicole-henry-in-collins-park-april-28-free-tickets-60194495356

Time:

5:00pm - 6:30pm

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Curated by Performances à la Carte, the Pasadena based collaborative arts and social conscience entity, presents its final concert of the Spring 2019 Jazz ‘n Paz intimate seasonal early Sunday evening jazz series. Join vibraphonist, bandleader, composer and arranger Nick Mancini and his Collective along with special guest vocalist Jamie Perez on Sunday, April 28 at 5:00 p.m. at Neighborhood UU Church, in a concert of improv standards, originals and Elton John tunes that will blow your mind. The Nick Mancini Collective features Nick Mancini, vibraphone; Danny Janklow, saxophone; John Tegmeyer, clarinet; Michael Ragonese, piano; Cooper Appelt, bass; James Yoshizawa, drums; Scott Breadman, percussion; and Pete Korpeta, percussion.

Advance online purchase of Jazz ‘n Paz tickets for Eclectic Collective are $25, or $28 at the door (cash only). Subscribe to mailing list online and be notified about future events and special offers. Neighborhood UU Church is located at 301 North Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103. For tickets and more information please visit https://jazznpaz.com; email jazznpaz@performancesalacarte.com; or call 626-296-9843.

Time:

7:00pm - 8:30pm

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"A Tribute To Carmen McRae" (for International Jazz Month 2019)

Honoring the life & work of one of the greatest jazz vocal improvisers & interpreters of song of all time, who was also a composer & accomplished pianist. Carmen McRae honed her chops amongst the greatest innovators & creators of what we call Bebop, as she was there, in the midst of Dizzy, Bird, Monk, & them all at Minton’s in Harlem, at a very young age. Greatly influenced by the great Billie Holiday, (at the ripe age of 16), Carmen co-wrote a song Billie recorded, called “Dream of Life”..

Tickets are $21.72 online via credit card or atm or $20.00 at the door.

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7:30pm

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One of our most popular artists of all time returns in a solo concert for the first time since 2012. Experience her breathtaking, one-of-a-kind skillset and creative energy that encompasses and eclipses the boundaries of jazz, classical and pop parameters.

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9:00pm - 11:45pm

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Vera's Heartbeat proudly presents Brazilian guitar prodigy, Pedro Martins. As promised, he's back to Blue whale to release his awaited second record, VOX!

The 25-year-old multi-instrumentalist was the winner of The 2015 Socar Guitar Competition at the 49th Montreux Jazz Festival and continues to further the partnership with Kurt Rosenwinkel and Heartcore Records with his new album VOX. Produced by Rosenwinkel, VOX is a bold musical statement with Martins serving as the principle composer and arranger as well as writing most of the lyrics.

In addition to Martins showcasing his multi-instrumental skills by playing guitar, piano/synths, bass, drums, percussion, flute and singing in falsetto, he is joined by an all-star cast of supporting musicians: Brad Mehldau, Chris Potter, Kyle Crane, Federico Heliodoro, Antonio Loureiro, and Oscar Azevedo. “This album is like a book of stories that have happened in my life,” says Martins. “What you can hear is actually my inner voice narrating those stories through the medium of music.”

The 13 jazz-inflected Brazilian rock songs on VOX are a result of a two-year long recording, writing, and production process between Martins and Rosenwinkel. Though this is Martins’ first album for Heartcore Records, his relationship with Rosenwinkel has a deeply rooted past, with Martins discovering an early demo of a song that ended up on Rosenwinkel’s critically acclaimed release Caipi (a story that must be heard from Martins and Rosenwinkel directly to understand the serendipitous nature of this collaboration). Coming full-circle, Martins is now a featured member of Rosenwinkel’s Caipi band and contributed guitar, keyboards and voice on the 2017 album.

Altogether, VOX is a deeply personal and complex journey where the listener is invited to join Martins in his wonderful world of narrative driven sound, making this the perfect addition to the Heartcore Records discography.

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LOS ANGELES TIMES FOOD BOWL PRESENTS: Mesamérica L.A. & DFiesta

Join us for Opening Night of the 2019 Los Angeles Times Food Bowl.

Mesamérica L.A. with Enrique Olvera The evening will begin with Mesamérica L.A. at the Million Dollar Theatre in downtown Los Angeles. Mesamérica L.A. is the first incarnation of chef Enrique Olvera’s celebrated symposium to be held outside of Mexico. Olvera and L.A. Times Food Editor Peter Meehan have curated a program that explores the culinary and cultural interconnectedness of Mexico City and Los Angeles to celebrate the sister cities’ 50-year anniversary. Art, architecture, identity and the meaning of tacos will be explored through talks, video and song.

DFiesta Following Mesamérica L.A., a DFiesta progressive party will take place next door at Grand Central Market and at the nearby La Cita Bar. Most of the market will feature for-purchase chef collaborations, roving Mariachi bands and other Mexico City-inspired merriment. Purchase of a DFiesta ticket will include access to a curated section of the market featuring special one-night-only offerings from the restaurants listed below. The DFiesta will continue with post-reception cocktails and entertainment at La Cita Bar, just south of the market.

Tickets and additional information available here. ● Mesamérica L.A. tickets are $35 each. ● Mesamérica L.A. + DFiesta tickets are $85 each.

Mesamérica L.A. Speakers ● Enrique Olvera – Chef & Owner of Pujol (Mexico City) ● Peter Meehan - Food Editor, Los Angeles TImes ● Norma Listman – Chef & Co-Owner of Masala y Maíz (Mexico City) ● Alonso Ruvalcaba – Writer, Food Critic and Editor of HojaSanta Magazine (Mexico City) ● Carlos Salgado – Chef & Owner, Taco María ● Javier Garciadiego – Architect at Infonavit's Research Center for Sustainable Development (Mexico City) ● Gustavo Arellano – Features Writer at Los Angeles Times ● Rubén Ortiz - Artist and Curator ● Jesse Lerner – Filmmaker and Writer

DFiesta Food Collaborations by: ● Ditroit (Olvera’s forthcoming L.A. taqueria) x China Cafe ● Don Vergas Maricos (Mexico City) x The Oyster Gourmet (featuring Sanctuary Oysters by Sol Azul) ● Los Panchos (Mexico City) x Sari Sari Store and Petty Cash Taqueria ● Guerrilla Tacos ● Horse Thief BBQ

WHEN/WHERE: Tuesday, April 30, 2019 Mesamérica L.A. @ Million Dollar Theatre 7:00-8:30 p.m. 307 S. Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90012

DFiesta @ Grand Central Market 8:30-10:30 p.m. 317 S. Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90012

DFiesta @ La Cita Bar 9:30-11:30 p.m. 336 S. Hill St. Los Angeles, CA 90013

About Los Angeles Times Food Bowl: Los Angeles Times Food Bowl is an annual, month-long festival celebrating the city’s dynamic food scene. Spanning the entire month of May, Food Bowl features many of the chefs and restaurants that have helped put Los Angeles on the map as a premier dining destination alongside world-renowned chefs in rare local appearances at hundreds of extraordinary events. Los Angeles Times Food Bowl charity partners are L.A. Regional Food Bank, Food Forward and Midnight Mission. Sponsors include Citi, Jose Cuervo, SOL, Topo Chico, Aeromexico and Mural Agua Fresca. For more information, please visit lafoodbowl.com and connect on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ LAfoodbowl (#LAfoodbowl #31DaysOfFood).

CONTACT: Innovative PR for LA Times Food Bowl Jen Betts Jen@innovative-pr.com 310-490-7278

Diego Jimenez Diego@innovative-pr.com 909-685-8807