KJazz 88.1 | Community Events Calendar

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8:00am - 8:00pm

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The Western States Jazz Festival is a two-day festival consisting of Elementary, Junior High, Novice, Intermediate High School Jazz Ensembles, Combos, College Big Bands and Advanced and Heavy High School Jazz Ensembles. Saturday will feature Alto Saxophonist Shai Golan for an encore performance. Admission is $7.00.For more information please contact Mark Capalbo at mark_capalbo@upland.k12.ca.us.

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7:30pm

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Drawing from New Orleans traditional Jazz, R&B, Funk & Mardi Gras, the Louisiana-rooted Los Angeles-based Mudbug Brass Band is dedicated to the "Second Line" tradition of the Crescent City. In 2011, three Louisiana natives' whose sole purpose was to entertain crowds throughout Southern California formed this 8-piece brass ensemble. Since then, Los Angeles Magazine has hailed them as a "Must-See LA Show for 2014" and a "Can't Be Missed" band for the 2015 Make Music Pasadena Festival! They've made "Best of LA" CBS: Los Angeles four years running and the "Don't Miss List" of LA Downtown News when they performed for the "Metro Presents" Concert Series.

Time:

8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Chuchito Valdés, following in the footsteps of his famed father Chucho Valdés and grandfather Bebo Valdés, continues the legacy of great piano players from Cuba.

With the influences of Caribbean rhythms and jazz, Chuchito creates an exciting and energetic blend of spicy music that drives audiences wild. This piano master captivates with his sensitivity and drives excitement with his dynamic band. Tickets range from $35-$45 http://bit.ly/ChuchitoValdesTIX

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)

Womens' Her-story Month - Kick-Off

"Winter Jazz Concert Series +"

Brenda Lee Eager, singer, songwriter & musical theatre performer - voice "has written & performed several hits ie Ain't Understanding Mellow, Close to You & Somebody's Somebody. Known as a soul singer that also sings gospel, blues & Jazz.

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

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Time:

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)

MARCH "Winter Jazz Concert Series +" Fri., 1st - Brenda Lee Eager Sat., 2nd - Maia Fri., 8th - Billy Childs Birthday Concert Sat., 9th - 18th Street Fellowship Honoree Concert Fri., 15th - Yvette Devereaux Sat., 16th - Ladies Love Laughter Fri., 22nd - Karen Briggs Sat., 23rd - Charles Owens Fri., 29th - Dwight Trible Mothership CD Release & Birthday Concert Sat., 30th - Nolan Shaheed / Henry Franklin feat. Roy McCurdy & Sam Hirsh

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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Time:

7:30pm

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Hailed by The New York Times as “an auteur” and by Jazz Times as “a daring improviser who delivers with heart-wrenching lyricism,” trumpeter Etienne Charles returns to his roots to celebrate the traditions that best exemplify Trinidadian culture. Inspired by the noises heard throughout Carnival festivities, Etienne’s Carnival: The Sound of a People brings the celebration to the stage.

Time:

7:30pm - 10:30pm

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A journey thru Brazilian music: Samba, Bossa Nova, Baião, Frevo, Afoxé and more. The band will feature music by Tom Jobim, Caetano Veloso, Hermeto Pascoal, Egberto Gismonti and others!

Musicians Lineup:

Angelo Metz.- Guitar & Vocals

Mika Muti.- keys

Francisco Fattorusso.- Bass

Lucio Vieira.- Drums

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)

Womens' Her-story Month - Kick-Off

"Winter Jazz Concert Series +"

"Always brings something special To: The STAGE. Music performance that's all-the-way-live; creative, conscious & spirited... The-real-deal."

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Time:

8:00am - 12:00pm

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A Safe Haven for Newborns is holding its sixth annual 5K Walk to eliminate infant abandonment. The walk takes place in Miami, FL, the home of the statewide organization’s headquarters. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., followed by the walk at 8 a.m. Afterwards, walk participants and spectators will enjoy a fun day at the park filled with family activities and fresh off the grill burgers. The walk is open to all, so bring your friends and family to help make a difference!

To donate or to register to participate, please visit www.asafehavenfornewborns.com.

Time:

9:00pm - 11:00pm

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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)

Womens' History Month

"Winter Jazz Concert Series +"

William Edward Childs is 62 yrs young on this day. Pianist-composer, five-time Grammy® Award-winner & 14-time nominee Billy Childs remains one of the most diversely prolific & acclaimed artists working in music today. has developed into one of the most distinctive & distinguished composers of our time. He has also amassed a career's worth of (J)azz originals that can swing hard, dazzle w/ intricacy, touch you w/ direct simplicity, or mesmerize w/ lyricism.

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Time:

8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Bruce and the band will be performing his original compositions as well as some standards, American songbook classics, and even the blues. A fine pianist and talented composer, Bruce has a developed , fresh musical voice. Along with Alex Smith on the drums, Teresa Sanchez on bass, and Angela Vicente Asato, we will be treated to an evening of jazz on the "cool" side. Tickets are available through the Alvas Showroom website calendar (just click on the date for the tix link ) or tix.com and at the door. Snacks, food, and non-alcoholic beverages are always welcome into the venue.

Time:

8:00pm - 11:00pm

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"Special Event" To: The 'new' World STAGE (all ages welcome/free*)

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

"Womens' History Month"

"Winter Jazz Concert Series +"

The 18th Street Arts Center is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2018-2019, & is 1 of the top 20 artist residency programs in the US, & the largest in So. Cali..

18th Street Arts Centers' 8th, Make Jazz Fellow will feat. L.A. based bassist Tabari Lake, a native of St. Thomas, debutin' his 1st full-length work.

*RSVP: (free) - https://18thstreet.org/event/lake-makejazzculminatingconcert/

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Time:

4:00pm - 9:00pm

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Combining the big-band swing of the 1930s and ‘40s with contemporary music such as funk and jazz fusion, the Big Phat Band, led by pianist/saxophonist/arranger Gordon Goodwin, is a national phenomenon, a “winning combination of impeccable musicianship and pop savvy” (JazzTimes). Goodwin’s charts bubble over with melodic ingenuity and infectious rhythms.

“Rarely are big bands like Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band so able to combine such a diversity of influences into such a tantalizing mix” – AllMusic.com

ARTS EDU: Chapman University’s student jazz ensembles, led by Albert Alva, will open for both the Stan Kenton Legacy Orchesta and Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band – and will join both ensembles for a rousing side-by-side finale!

Time:

4:00pm - 6:00pm

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Katia Moraes & Brazilian Hearts are a quintet playing classic samba and choro music that spans from 1917 to 1970. The songs are in Portuguese, and Katia with her gift as a story teller , invites the audience to gaze through an imaginary window that reveals snippets of life in Brazil. With Nando Duarte on 7 string guitar, Ted Falcon on mandolin and violin, Clarice Cast on percussion and drums, and Fay Roberts on flute. Tickets are available through the Alvas Showroom website calendar , and tix.com and at the door . Snacks , food, and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome into the venue.

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

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BATTLE OF THE BIG BANDS Round 15 with Special Guest Artist BARBARA MORRISON FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 2019 @7PM SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 2019 @7PM

One stage. Two big bands. Swing by for this monumental San Gabriel Valley tradition, as Citrus College’s Blue Note Orchestra and the Azusa Pacific University Jazz Ensemble recreate the epic Big Band battles of the 1940s! Joining them onstage will be special jazz vocalist and 3-time GRAMMY® nominee Barbara Morrison.

Tickets:$24 Senior: $22 Student: $15 All tickets $25 at the door, regardless of age

Time:

8:00pm

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Electrifying vocal and rhythmic arrangements with roots in rumba, flamenco and music from North Africa and Romany regions. Featuring Spanish guitar players and vocalists Jose Prieto and Victor Torres and percussionist, Paul Blazek

Jose Prieto and Victor Torres were born and raised in Spain and have now set down musical roots in the US, establishing themselves on the So-Cal flamenco circuit. With the flair of the Gipsy Kings, Calé infuse their Latin-based music with traditional and contemporary riffs.

Time:

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) (All Ages Welcome)

"Womens' History Month"

"Winter Jazz Concert Series +"

Yvette Devereaux, Band Leader, Composer/Conductor/Educator/Musician - violin "Just as strong as a classical musician as any other style" (incl. Jazz & pop)

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Time:

1:00pm - 5:00pm

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Chefs * Live Music * Celebrities * Food * Beer * Wine * y MAS!

WHAT: Held in conjunction with the 26th Annual San Diego Latino Film Festival, Sabor Latino’s unique branding will feature the best Latin cuisine paired with the finest brewery and wineries from across San Diego and Baja California. Entry will include unlimited tastings of beer, tequila, and wine matched with the outstanding cuisine of these top local restaurants. Join us for this memorable experience in an exciting environment that will satisfy every foodie craving. This is a 21+ event. Booth, Vendor, & Sponsorship Opportunities Still Available!

WHY: Proceeds Benefit Media Arts Center San Diego’s Youth Media Scholarships.

WHEN: Saturday, March 16, 2019 from 1:00-5:00 p.m.

WHERE: Fashion Valley Mall - River Plaza

TICKET PRICES: $20-$50

PUBLIC CONTACT: For more information about this event, please contact: info@mediaartscenter.org / 619-230-1938 / https://sdlatinofilm.com/saborlatino/

Time:

4:00pm - 10:00am

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This month NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) celebrates women behind the camera with an evening of films by female directors.

The night kicks off with shorts program InFocus: Female Cinema – Fighting the Good Fight, which offers stories of the struggle against the conditions that suppress us, as well as the assertion of the positive and its power to inspire us.

The evening’s centerpiece feature film is the Los Angeles premiere of award-winning director Pearl Gluck’s The Turn Out, a striking look at sex trafficking at truck stops through the eyes of a truck driver who regularly witnesses its realities and feels compelled to help the victims. Pearl Gluck’s documentary background rigorously informs the world of this narrative film with documentary elements.

The night concludes with shorts program InFocus: Female Cinema – Unlikely Allies, a collection of chance meetings, circumstances and situations that bring about unexpected collaboration.

Throughout the event, attendees will have opportunities to mingle with the filmmakers, industry supporters and film lovers over complimentary drinks & cocktails in the premium reception room at the South Park Center in Downtown Los Angeles.

Tickets are only $10 for single film programs and $15 for all films with open bar for 7+ hours! Get them now before it is too late!

Event info and tickets here: https://www.newfilmmakersla.com/events/event/monthly-film-festival-march-16th-2019/

Time:

7:00pm - 9:00pm

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BATTLE OF THE BIG BANDS Round 15 with Special Guest Artist BARBARA MORRISON FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 2019 @7PM SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 2019 @7PM

One stage. Two big bands. Swing by for this monumental San Gabriel Valley tradition, as Citrus College’s Blue Note Orchestra and the Azusa Pacific University Jazz Ensemble recreate the epic Big Band battles of the 1940s! Joining them onstage will be special jazz vocalist and 3-time GRAMMY® nominee Barbara Morrison.

Tickets:$24 Senior: $22 Student: $15 All tickets $25 at the door, regardless of age

Time:

7:30pm

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The legendary, three-time GRAMMY®-nominated pianist/singer Freddy Cole pays a can’t-miss tribute to Nat King Cole on the eve of his brother’s 100th birthday. Don’t miss the musician The New York Times calls “the most maturely expressive male jazz singer of his generation, if not the best alive.”

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8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Florida born Sean Chambers began his career in the Blues back in 1998 when he toured with the legendary Hubert Sumlin as his guitarist and band leader until 2003. During Sean’s tenure with Mr. Sumlin, Britain’s own Guitarist magazine named Chambers as “One of the top 50 blues guitarists of the last century.” Tickets range from $35-$45 http://bit.ly/SChambersTIX

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8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Saturday, March 16, 2019 – 8:00 p.m. JOHN SCOFIELD’S COMBO 66 comes to Bailey Hall. Scofield is one of the most influential and innovative guitarists of his generation. He has spent the last 40+ years blazing a trail through the post-fusion wilderness, bringing his singular voice to a variety of different projects. His hallmark is his masterful improvising, and his music generally falls somewhere between post-bop, funk-edged jazz, and R&B.

Scofield’s résumé reads like a who’s who of the last 40 years of jazz. After graduating from the Berklee School of Music, his first recording was with Gerry Mulligan and Chet Baker. He then replaced Pat Metheny in Gary Burton’s band and soon he would be performing with the likes of Charles Mingus, Billy Cobham, and Herbie Hancock, and Miles Davis, with whom he had an influential stint from 1982-85 that placed him firmly in the foreground of jazz consciousness as a player and composer.

South Florida JAZZ, the area’s premier jazz organization, continues its 27th season of presentation, and the second season of “South Florida JAZZ at Bailey Hall,” with the venerable JOHN SCOFIELD. The indomitable, genre-bending guitarist brings his new quartet, Combo 66, to South Florida to the delight of his legions of fans.

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 commence at 8:00 p.m.

ARTIST PERSONNEL John Scofield – guitar Gerald Clayton – piano Ben Street – double bass Bill Stewart – drums

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=9&v=dbzDKsVWEkY

Time:

8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Elijah Rock and his trio present The Great American Songbook, where songs were woven with romance , rhythm, and magic. This show keeps the tradition alive and fresh , as he delivers timeless songs with an ease that is reminiscent of the great crooners. With dazzling showmanship, voice, tap dancing, and excellent trio, this will be a fun night at the intimate Alvas Showroom. With Kenneth Crouch at the piano. Ryan Feves on bass. Angelo Stokes at the drums. Tickets are $25.00 and are available through the Alvas Showroom website calendar (just click on the date for the tix link) Snacks, food, and non alcoholic beverages are welcome to bring into the venue.

Time:

8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Join us in welcoming the incredible Rohde family as they perform music featuring jazz, fusion, Brazilian, and soul. You will hear original interpretations of music by Jaco Pastorius, Elis Regina, Bruno Mars, Chic Corea and others. Members of this group have worked with artists like Sheila E, Prince, Arturo Sandoval, Scott Henderson, and more. This is an all ages show with keyboardist Matt Rohde, vocalist Beth Rohde, bassist Max Rohde, and drummer Andy Sanesi. Tickets are available through the Alvas Showroom website calendar (just click on the date) Snacks, food, and non alcoholic beverages are welcome to bring into the venue.

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9:00pm - 1:30pm

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Murray Low is a keyboard wizard with dazzling Latin jazz technique. Aaron Germain is a gifted electric and acoustic bassist. Along with fiery drummer Jon Krosnick, these musicians are making some of the most electrifying swinging, funky Latin jazz in the country as the trio “Charged Particles”. For this concert, they will be joined by saxophonist Tod Dickow in playing the wonderful music written by the late jazz great Michael Brecker. Brecker’s compositions capture audiences with powerful grooves and surprising twists and turns. Toes tap and listeners smile as the quartet takes them on an adventure through many styles of jazz toward a powerful ending. Get tickets at www.thebakedpotato.com/events/charged-particles

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3:00pm - 4:00pm

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Jazz up your day with this free educational concert performed by Charged Particles, a contemporary jazz trio based in the Bay Area in their 27th year of making music. Two of the band members teach at Stanford University, and during their workshops, they demonstrate and explain a wide array of jazz styles (samba, salsa, funk, swing, and more) and welcome the audience to become members of the band by singing and clapping rhythms and even taking a shot at playing the members’ instruments. This entertaining and educational performance will be suitable for kids and adults alike.

Time:

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Event Info:

Murray Low is a keyboard wizard with dazzling Latin jazz technique. Aaron Germain is a gifted electric and acoustic bassist. Along with fiery drummer Jon Krosnick, these musicians are making some of the most electrifying swinging, funky Latin jazz in the country as the trio “Charged Particles”. For this concert, they will be joined by saxophonist Tod Dickow in playing the wonderful music written by the late jazz great Michael Brecker. Brecker’s compositions capture audiences with powerful grooves and surprising twists and turns. Toes tap and listeners smile as the quartet takes them on an adventure through many styles of jazz toward a powerful ending.

Time:

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Event Info:

Murray Low is a keyboard wizard with dazzling Latin jazz technique. Aaron Germain is a gifted electric and acoustic bassist. Along with fiery drummer Jon Krosnick, these musicians are making some of the most electrifying swinging, funky Latin jazz in the country as the trio “Charged Particles”. For this concert, they will be joined by saxophonist Tod Dickow in playing the wonderful music written by the late jazz great Michael Brecker. Brecker’s compositions capture audiences with powerful grooves and surprising twists and turns. Toes tap and listeners smile as the quartet takes them on an adventure through many styles of jazz toward a powerful ending.

Time:

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Event Info:

Murray Low is a keyboard wizard with dazzling Latin jazz technique. Aaron Germain is a gifted electric and acoustic bassist. Along with fiery drummer Jon Krosnick, these musicians are making some of the most electrifying swinging, funky Latin jazz in the country as the trio “Charged Particles”. For this concert, they will be joined by saxophonist Tod Dickow in playing the wonderful music written by the late jazz great Michael Brecker. Brecker’s compositions capture audiences with powerful grooves and surprising twists and turns. Toes tap and listeners smile as the quartet takes them on an adventure through many styles of jazz toward a powerful ending.

Time:

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Event Info:

Murray Low is a keyboard wizard with dazzling Latin jazz technique. Aaron Germain is a gifted electric and acoustic bassist. Along with fiery drummer Jon Krosnick, these musicians are making some of the most electrifying swinging, funky Latin jazz in the country as the trio “Charged Particles”. For this concert, they will be joined by saxophonist Tod Dickow in playing the wonderful music written by the late jazz great Michael Brecker. Brecker’s compositions capture audiences with powerful grooves and surprising twists and turns. Toes tap and listeners smile as the quartet takes them on an adventure through many styles of jazz toward a powerful ending.

Time:

2:30pm - 3:30pm

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The Bay Area’s favorite trio playing funky Latin jazz, Charged Particles is now in its 27th year of making music. Pianist Murray Low, bassist Aaron Germain, and drummer Jon Krosnick have toured recently in Indonesia, Canada (twice), and England (twice), and their upcoming tours will include Italy, Switzerland, and Austria, in addition to a stream of performances all over California. Downbeat Magazine called the band “something special” and “inventive, invigorating, mesmerizing, hard-hitting, beautiful, virtuosic, and lyrical.” The Washington City Paper called their music “serious jazz”, and Jazz Times magazine said they’re “a tight and enormously talented trio”. Don’t miss them!

Time:

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) (All Ages Welcome)

"Womens' History Month"

"Winter Jazz Concert Series +"

"once known as the "Lady in Red, w/ Yanni & soloist w/ Soul II Soul, Women in Jazz, Jazz in Pink etc, etc, etc..."

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Time:

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Event Info:

Murray Low is a keyboard wizard with dazzling Latin jazz technique. Aaron Germain is a gifted electric and acoustic bassist. Along with fiery drummer Jon Krosnick, these musicians are making some of the most electrifying swinging, funky Latin jazz in the country as the trio “Charged Particles”. For this concert, they will be joined by saxophonist Tod Dickow in playing the wonderful music written by the late jazz great Michael Brecker. Brecker’s compositions capture audiences with powerful grooves and surprising twists and turns. Toes tap and listeners smile as the quartet takes them on an adventure through many styles of jazz toward a powerful ending.

Time:

7:30pm - 9:00pm

Event Info:

The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts presents Tony and triple Grammy Award-winning jazz legend Dee Dee Bridgewater in her Wallis debut with a tribute to the rich R&B tradition of Memphis – the city of her birth – on Saturday, March 23, 2019, 7:30 pm, in The Wallis’ Bram Goldsmith Theater. The NEA Jazz Master and United Nations Goodwill Ambassador, joined by the Memphis Soulphony, returns to her roots to bring the sultry Memphis sound to Los Angeles with Memphis…Yes I’m Ready, based on her acclaimed album of the same title recorded at Memphis’ famed Royal Studios in 2016.

Bridgewater, who “spills with theatrics and sensuality” (The New York Times), proudly proclaims, “I made this record for me,” adding, “These were songs I listened to on the famous Black radio station WDIA, where my own father, Matthew Garrett, was a young on-air DJ. I was born in Memphis, and although my family migrated north to Flint, Michigan, when I was 3 years old, the South has always remained buried inside me. Coming back for this recording project has brought me full circle in my life.”

According to The Wallis’ Artistic Director Paul Crewes, “We’re thrilled to bring Dee Dee Bridgewater to The Wallis for the first time as she pays tribute to the greats who define the Memphis sound, with covers of hits by artists including BB King, Otis Redding and Al Green, to name a few.”

Tickets, $25-$55, are on sale now and, available at TheWallis.org/Bridgewater. The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts is located at 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills. To purchase tickets and for more information, please call 310-746-4000 or visit: TheWallis.org/Bridgewater.

Time:

8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Two great singers. Cristina Rebull is a Cuban powerhouse singer, actor, award winning writer, and professor of theater in Miami where she resides. Her big rich emotionally expressive voice, and physical expressions have a wide range , which fluctuate according to the character she becomes in a song. Candi Sosa is a Cuban born singer/ songwriter who has been a part of the Los Angeles music scene for decades. Shes known for her vocal range that can be a Ceclia Cruz style rumbe, to a Barbara Streisand standard, to a Janis Joplin blues, to a big ballad ala Shirley Bassey with all the heart and authority. Come hear these two singers in person in the intimate setting of Alvas Showroom. Tickets are available for $30.00 through the Alvas Showroom website calendar (just click on the date for the tix link) or pay at the door . Snack , food and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome to bring.

Time:

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) (All Ages Welcome)

"Womens' History Month"

"Winter Jazz Concert Series +"

" La La Lands' Sax-Man 'plays w/ feelin' " - from the movie " The 'peoples choice' 'n regular 'Back-by-Popular Demand' 'Favorite' " - O-!

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Time:

10:30am - 1:30pm

Event Info:

Murray Low is a keyboard wizard with dazzling Latin jazz technique. Aaron Germain is a gifted electric and acoustic bassist. Along with fiery drummer Jon Krosnick, these musicians are making some of the most electrifying swinging, funky Latin jazz in the country as the trio “Charged Particles”. For this concert, they will be joined by saxophonist Tod Dickow in playing the wonderful music written by the late jazz great Michael Brecker. Brecker’s compositions capture audiences with powerful grooves and surprising twists and turns. Toes tap and listeners smile as the quartet takes them on an adventure through many styles of jazz toward a powerful ending.

Time:

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Event Info:

Curated by Performances à la Carte, the Pasadena based collaborative arts and social conscience entity, presents its Spring 2019 Jazz ‘n Paz intimate seasonal monthly early Sunday evening jazz series featuring a lineup of award-winning and internationally renowned jazz musicians. A staple on the jazz scene, Barbara Morrison and her Trio headline the second concert of the spring series. Morrison’s trio features Charles Small, guitar; Michael Saucier, Bass; and Peter Buck, Drums. The dazzling three-time GRAMMY-nominated Barbara Morrison has been featured on over 20 recordings in almost every genre from traditional jazz and blues to gospel and pop. Her melodic voice, with its two-and-a-half-octave range, are known worldwide, as are her rich, unique, soulful and highly spirited interpretations of both, familiar jazz and blues classics, and original contemporary tunes.

Time:

6:00pm - 9:00pm

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Jazz greats including Meloney Collins, Tim Gill, Tony Guerrero and Gina Saputo performing for the benefit of the Alzheimers Association. Tickets starting at $50. up to VIP tables of 8 guests for $750. Doors open 6pm (VIP entrance at 5pm) with light bites served by Cal Fresh Catering, Jay's Catering and TGIS Catering. Cash bar with featured signature purple cocktail! Help us celebrate the benefit of music to easing the anxiety of those we love with Alzheimers.

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7:00pm - 9:00pm

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Grammy nominated Brand X returns with their fiery brand of jazz fusion . They have been recognized as true pioneers , as they helped create an entire musical genre, and influenced a broad spectrum of musicians and bands. Since their formation in 1974, a few ex-members have gone on to become well known names in the industry, such as original drummer Phil Collins, and Bill Bruford. Today, founding members Percy Jones (bass) and guitarist John Goodsall have added keyboardist Chris Ckark, and drummer Kenny Grohowski for the current line up for this enduring band and music. Tickets are available through the Alvas Showroom website calendar (just click on the date for the tix link) and Tix.com. Snacks, food, and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome into the venue.

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7:00pm - 11:00pm

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Music lovers have adored The Parker Room in Hollywood, CA for its dedication to one of the most historically rich genres ever created - jazz. The Parker Room, an intimate, dimly lit bar, fits a perfectly sized crowd for appreciating live musical performances accompanied by hand-crafted cocktails, beer, wine and delicious bites. On Tuesday, March 26th, The Parker Room is celebrating North Coast Brewing Company, fellow lovers of jazz aside from being craft beer geniuses. North Coast highlights the iconic musician, Thelonious Monk, with their Brother Thelonious Belgian Style Abbey Ale, which now dons a newly revamped label on its glass bottle containing the 9.7% ABV, rich auburn brew.

During the evening of the 26th, guests can enjoy food and drink specials from 7-11PM along with musical entertainment from jazz guitarist, Jacque Lesure, whose work recently landed in the beloved movie musical, La La Land. All are welcome to join an evening of finely crafted things - jazz and ale.

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8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Whittier College will host a benefit concert filled with Puerto Rican culture, energy, and passion on Tuesday, March 26 at 8 p.m. at the Ruth B. Shannon Center for the Performing Arts. The event will feature the world renowned musical talents of salsa and Latin jazz greats featuring recent Grammy Award-winning artist Oscar Hernandez, Danilo Lozano, Justo Almario, Eddie Resto, Oskar Cartaya, Jonathan Montes, Paul Gonzales, Joey De Leon, Leider Chapotin, Jimmy Branly, David Urquidi, Eliseo Borrero, James Zavaleta, Jhan Lee Aponte, Juan Cosme, Dan Tai Lopez, Carlo Lopez, and other special guests. Celebrate the culture of the island and enjoy Latin jazz, traditional bomba, and plena while supporting ongoing community efforts for hurricane relief.

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5:30pm - 8:00pm

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The event will benefit Rovers Rest Stop, which works with small dogs, matchmaking its “kids” to the perfect home based on lifestyle, activity level and personal needs. “The people at Rover’s Rest Stop are generous, caring people and I just wanted to help them save more dogs,” said Speaks.

The fundraising event takes place on March 28 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Revelation Real Estate, 2301 South Stearman Drive, Chandler, AZ. There will also be free food, drinks, activities, and a mystery auction of wrapped items.

“Everyone will gather on the one-of-a-kind luxurious ‘party patio’ where there is a bar and restaurant. A bar and restaurant at a real estate office, how great is that?” noted Speaks. “There will also be 8 dogs that can be adopted at the event, and you can contact me for more information at 602-418-8045.”

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9:00pm - 11:00pm

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Vera’s Heartbeat celebrates beloved Brazilian lyricist, composer and poet Vinícius de Moraes’ 105th birthday with a unique tribute show featuring local musicians and a very special guest – the poet’s beloved granddaughter, the singer Mariana de Moraes.

The evening will include performances of samba, bossa nova, Brazilian jazz, Afro-Samba, and poetry. The band members are Mika Mutti (keys), Ted Falcon (violin and mandolin), Lucio Vieira (on drums), John Leftwich (on bass), Nando Duarte (7-string guitar) and special guest Scott Mayo (saxophone, flute).

https://youtu.be/MGdnLxWxAHg

Nicknamed “O Poetinha” ("The little poet"), Vinicíus de Moraes was a Brazilian poet, lyricist, writer and playwright, who even served as vice-consul at the Brazilian embassy in Los Angeles, his first diplomatic post.

While in Los Angeles he became close with Brazilian musicians stateside including Carmen Miranda and her Bando da Lua, and befriended Orson Welles. Also, while living in Los Angeles he wrote his books “Livro de sonetos” ("Book of Sonnets") and “Novos poemas II” ("New Poems II").

A prolific songwriter, he helped define Bossa Nova in the 60’s, partnering with many other musicians. Inspired by the then-18-year-old beauty Heloisa Pinheiro, with Tom Jobim he co-wrote the classic “Girl from Ipanema” which has become an international hit and the second most-recorded song in history. In fact, The U.S. Library of Congress added “Girl From Ipanema” to the National Recording Registry designating it as an “culturally, historically, or aesthetically important” song. Tom Jobim, master guitarist João Gilberto, and Vinicíus de Moraes became known as the founders of Bossa Nova.

Another partnership between Vinicíus de Moraes and Baden Powell produced one of the most definitive songbooks of the Brazilian popular music, fusing Baden’s guitar, Vinicius’s lyrics and the rhythms and themes of the Bahian Candomblé.

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5:30pm - 10:00pm

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This year's Ocean Institute Annual Jazz Festival, featuring Grammy Award Winner Deniece Williams and sponsored by the Monarch Beach Resort, offers two nights of unforgettable experiences placing guests in the hands of world class jazz musicians and Orange County's premier resort and restaurant chefs. Proceeds benefit Ocean Institute's educational programs.

Friday, March 29th, Taste of Jazz: Opening night of the Jazz Festival, features small plates from the best local restaurants. Mix and mingle while enjoying hosted bars, a silent auction, and more.

Saturday, March 30th, Jazz Gala: The festival culminates on Saturday with a memorable musical and culinary Gala Dinner.

Ocean Institute, founded in 1977, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that offers in-depth Marine Science, Maritime History, and Outdoor Education programs.

Tickets: $75 - $250

To purchase a table, email or call Jill Kennedy at 949-496-2274 ext 345 or jkennedy@oceaninstitute.org

Sponsorship Opportunities: Please contact Emma Opie at eopie@oceaninstitute.org

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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) (All Ages Welcome)

"Womens' History Month"

"Winter Jazz Concert Series +"

" 'LA Voice' One of the best Vocalist of all time." - O-! bandcamp: Search & discover music - https://dwighttrible.bandcamp.com/

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5:30pm - 8:00pm

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CHINO HILLS CONCERT SERIES featuring LYNNE FIDDMONT & her All-Star Band on Saturday, March 30th. Outside between 5:30 and 8PM on the gazebo grass. So bring your lawn chairs and blankets. 12 and under are free!

$10 tickets on sale at www. Chino HillsCharts.com Beer, Wine and refreshments will be available.

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8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Julie will be singing music in the tradition of Anita O'Day, Joe Williams, and Shirley Horn. This will be a stellar evening with a "Rolls Royce " rhythm section performing Brazilian tunes and seldom heard standards. With Theo Saunders at the piano, Bob Sheppard on sax and flute, Chris Colangelo on the bass, and Yayo Morales on drums. tickets are available through the Alvas Showroom website calendar ( just click on the date for the tix link ) and also through Tix.com. 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)

"Womens' History Month"

"Winter Jazz Concert Series +"

" 4 local legends & pillars of SoCali established Jazz scene. A 'real-deal' quartet w/ community favorites" - O-!

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4:00pm - 7:00pm

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Sunday March 31, 4-7 PM: Global Arts Project & The Collins Park Neighborhood Association present the Artscape Concert Series, featuring Award winning blues artist Rachelle Coba celebrating International Womans Day!

With a voice made for the blues and guitar sensibilities that enhance the groove, Rachelle Coba is an intuitive performer able to grab an audience by the heart. She is an innovative writer and she possesses the talent of making new arrangements of cover songs, acoustic or electric, done her way.

She is a classically trained guitarist with a bachelor's degree in guitar performance. Since graduating from college, she has worked with and toured as a guitarist with artists such as Buddy Guy, Super Chikan, Albert Castiglia, Grady Champion and Ray Drew. As leader of her own band she has played many festivals including the King Biscuit and Chatauqua Hills Blues Festivals. She was a featured performer in the recent Blessissippi Blues benefit in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Recently, the band has opened for Dr. John, The Cate Brothers, Karen Lovely, Candye Kane, Earl and Them, Hadden Sayers, Hamilton Loomis,TUF. She has played with Eddie Turner, Iko-Iko, Joe Pitts, and Stacy Mitchheart , among other stars. Rachelle is also the resident teaching artist for the blues in the schools program in the Wichita Kansas area. She is currently the teaching art director at Wichita's Carpenter Place, a home for at risk girls as well.

" Hotter than Georgia Asphalt in the summertime… She rocked and was so incredible she had two standing ovations." - Liberty Press

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

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1BnCyGOhLg

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rachelle-coba-in-collins-park-best-of-the-blues-free-tickets-58743127275

Time:

4:00pm - 6:00pm

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Chicago successfully melded their passions for jazz and rock into a new voice in popular music, and caught on right away. Now , the Chicago Tribute Experience takes you on a musical journey back with all of the hits , performed LIVE by this group of skilled and passionate musicians. This tribute to the writing, performance, style, and sound of the original line up has been carefully and thoughtfully re-created for your delight. Tickets are available through the Alvas Showroom website calendar (just click on the date for the tix link) Snacks, food, and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome to bring into the venue.