KJazz 88.1 | Community Events Calendar

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8:00pm - 8:00pm

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Sixteen performances by world-renowned Jazz greats and local Jazz favorites will occur at venues throughout Miami Beach. From an exclusive night with Grammy-nominated legendary Jazz pianist Monty Alexander to Mambo Night in Miami Beach featuring the Big 3 Palladium Orchestra’s first-ever appearance in Miami, the 2023 South Beach Jazz Festival brings a weekend full of fabulous music to our shores. Grammy-nominated, legendary pianist Monty Alexander headlines, Opening Night on January 5 at the sumptuous, jewel box Faena Theater. On January 6, enjoy cocktails, mingle, and stroll the museum galleries at the Bass — all while delighting in the sensational big band music of the South Florida Jazz Orchestra led by bassist Dr. Chuck Bergeron with special guest star Nicole Henry. In a rare opportunity, Tito Rodriguez Jr., Machito Jr., and Tito Puente Jr. play with a 17-piece orchestra at the Miami Beach Bandshell for Mambo Night in Miami Beach on January 7. On January 8, seven performances jazz up 1100 Lincoln Plaza all day with a series of free performances from Latin Jazz great Sammy Figueroa presenting A Tribute to Cal Trader, world-renowned Jazz pianist, and Hammond organist Mike LeDonne, to South Florida favorite Wendy Pedersen, inspirational locals, to a fabulous festival finale by Gafieira Rio Miami, an authentic Brazilian Big Band that fuses samba, Jazz and funk with a powerful 5-piece horn section, plus Bass, guitar, drums, percussion, and vocals. On the afternoon of January 7, six of South Florida’s top student Jazz organizations perform all afternoon with free performances in addition to Talk and Q&A and a Kiddos Master Class in the morning for a day of Jazz curated by renowned musician and educator Nicole Yarling. In addition to the exceptional musical talent performing, the SBJF is excited to introduce a virtual panel discussion on disability and the arts featuring Mike LeDonne, founder of NYC Disability Pride Parade, and R. David New, founder of Power Access and the South Beach Jazz Festival.

FOR THE FULL SCHEDULE AND TICKETS, PLEASE VISIT: SobeJazzFestival.com/tickets to purchase tickets and more information.

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9:00pm - 11:00pm

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Grammy-nominated, legendary pianist Monty Alexander headlines Opening Night at the sumptuous, jewel box Faena Theater. Monty’s style includes a range of Jazz and Jamaican musical experiences — the Great American Songbook, the blues, gospel and bebop, calypso and reggae. His endless melody-making, effervescent grooves and sophisticated voicing always delight a global audience drawn to his vibrant personality and soulful message, making him an American Jazz classic. His recently released album, Love Notes, couples his passion for music with his extraordinary piano playing and the intimacy of his wonderful vocals.

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3:00pm - 4:00pm

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Mike LeDonne, founder of NYC Disability Pride Parade, R. David New, founder of Power Access and the South Beach Jazz Festival, and advocates from disability and arts organizations. Moderated by Leticia Latino, host, Back 2 Basics Podcast.

Zoom link will be included on registration confirmation page. The event is free, but registration is required.

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8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Enjoy cocktails, mingle and stroll the museum galleries — all while delighting in the sensational big band music of the South Florida Jazz Orchestra led by bassist Dr. Chuck Bergeron. Featuring our own region’s top jazz musicians, the band swings with pulsating energy propelled by outstanding charts and arrangements that showcase brassy instrumentals and scintillating big band jazz including a guest appearance by Power Access Scholarship winner, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Eva Carizza. Powerhouse Grammy-nominated Jazz vocalist Nicole Henry joins as the special guest star for the evening. Among the jazz world’s most acclaimed performers, Nicole possesses a potent combination of dynamic vocal abilities, impeccable phrasing, and powerful emotional resonance.

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8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Enjoy cocktails, mingle and stroll the museum galleries — all while delighting in the sensational big band music of the South Florida Jazz Orchestra led by bassist Dr. Chuck Bergeron. Featuring our own region’s top jazz musicians, the band swings with pulsating energy propelled by outstanding charts and arrangements that showcase brassy instrumentals and scintillating big band jazz including a guest appearance by Power Access Scholarship winner, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Eva Carizza. Powerhouse Grammy-nominated Jazz vocalist Nicole Henry joins as the special guest star for the evening. Among the jazz world’s most acclaimed performers, Nicole possesses a potent combination of dynamic vocal abilities, impeccable phrasing, and powerful emotional resonance. Doors Open at 7:00 PM.

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10:00am - 5:00pm

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The South Beach Jazz Festival serves as a showcase for the next generation of Jazz talent at the Jazz for Tomorrow Student Stage curated by the talented Jazz educator and artist Nicole Yarling on Saturday, January 7th from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. This exciting program features: “Jazz For Tomorrow Student Stage ” Coffee, Talk, and Q&A with veteran composer, producer and performer, Bill Pettaway Jr. moderated by Zach Larmer, Young Musicians Unite. Kiddos Master Class - South Florida Center for Percussive Arts with Brandon Cruz Broward College Jazz Combo JECC Jazz Bootcamp Ensemble (Jazz Education Community Coalition) FASE - Frost Alternative String Ensemble with special guest Power Access Scholarship winner Eva Carizza. Young Musicians Unite Jazz Collective with special guest Power Access Scholarship winner, Jeremiah Martial Power Access scholarship winners Eva Carizza and Jeremiah Martial The South Beach Jazz Festival takes place in multiple venues throughout South Beach on Janury 5-8, 2023. The mission of disability awareness is projected through a festival that takes pride in presenting world-renowned musicians from the entire spectrum of jazz including traditional, contemporary, and Latin American cutting edge acts. Many of the performances are free and open to the public and outdoors. The sounds of Jazz enliven the city all weekend long and draw residents and tourists to listen, learn and celebrate accessibility and inclusion for persons with disabilities.

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8:00pm - 11:00pm

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In a rare opportunity, the legendary music of Tito Puente, Machito and Tito Rodriguez comes to the historic Miami Beach Bandshell for the Big 3 Palladium Orchestra’s South Florida premier.

Embodying the spirit of the original and performing the electrifying music of these three celebrated bandleaders, composers, and the fathers of Latin Jazz, their sons, second generation, world class artists, Tito Rodriguez Jr., Machito Jr., and Tito Puente Jr., alternating as band leaders in an exciting and competitive format, with a 17 piece orchestra, including original band members, take you back to the great, renowned Palladium Ballroom in New York City, in a concert infused with the energy of modern day Miami. The Big 3 Palladium Orchestra brings you the best Latin Jazz this side of Havana!

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8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Alvas Showroom is delighted to host the return of a brand new act that debuted on our stage back in September of last year performing to a packed house and culminating in a rousing standing ovation by everyone in attendance.

Driven by a deep love and admiration for Petty’s music , Devitt Feeley assembled a cast of top flight Los Angeles tribute musicians to faithfully and respectfully perform Tom Petty’s classics with great attention to detail and a heartfelt love of the music that becomes evident in the passion and intensity of their performance

This show will feature a special guest performance by the lovely and talented Lisa McCormick in the role of Stevie Nicks, Lisa is a founding member of the popular Southern California tribute to Fleetwood Mac called Gypsy Dreams.

Appropriately named PETTY PARTY, the band celebrates all of the legendary hits from Petty’s expansive catalogue including American Girl, Breakdown, Don’t Do Me Like That, Free Fallin’, I Won’t Back Down, Refugee, The Waiting, Learning to Fly, Running Down a Dream…..we promise, if you are even a casual fan of this music, you will know and want to sing along to every song!

So don’t sit at home and have a pity party, come out and join the Petty Party for a night of Tom Foolery at Alvas Showroom!

A Splendid Time is Guaranteed for All! Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome in the venue.

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2:30pm - 4:00pm

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Renowned percussionist and Grammy nominee Sammy Figueroa has long been regarded as one of the world's great musicians. As one of the music's leading percussionists, he has played on countless records and is well-known for his versatility in many musical styles.

Figueroa brings his Cal Tjader tribute to the South Beach Jazz Festival. Cal Tjader created one of the most well-known sounds in Latin jazz. He crafted a combination of vibraphones with swinging rhythms of mambo and salsa. This concert will have you out of your seats, smiling and dancing on Lincoln Road.

Sammy Figueroa is playing as part of an all-star jazz line-up on Lincoln Road (1100 Lincoln Road). Do not miss the South Beach Jazz Festival's "Jazz Hits the Road," a beautiful day of jazz music.

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4:30pm - 6:00pm

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Equally formidable on the piano and the Hammond B3 organ, Mike LeDonne made his reputation in the 1990s as an ace accompanist touring and recording with jazz legends such as Milt Jackson, Sonny Rollins, Bobby Hutcherson, and Benny Golson. He started establishing himself on the B3 around the turn of the century, announcing his arrival as a major new voice with 2004’s Smokin' Out Loud (Savant), a session featuring the band performing at the JHL. The Mike LeDonne Groover Quartet is playing as part of an all-star jazz line-up on Lincoln Road (1100 Lincoln Road). Do not miss the South Beach Jazz Festival's "Jazz Hits the Road," a beautiful day of jazz music. The event is free and open to the community - people of all ages will enjoy the show! The schedule includes: • Spirit of Goodwill Band • Performances by musical artists, Power Access Scholarship winner, Marnel Jean • Wendy Pedersen Quintet • Sammy Figueroa presents A Tribute to Cal Tjader • Mike LeDonne Groover Quartet • Gafieira Rio Miami The event is free, but please RSVP - https://www.eventbrite.com/.../mike-ledonne-groover... The South Beach Jazz Festival takes place in multiple venues throughout South Beach on Janury 5-8, 2023. The mission of disability awareness is projected through a festival that takes pride in presenting world-renowned musicians from the entire spectrum of jazz including traditional, contemporary, and Latin American cutting edge acts. Many of the performances are free and open to the public and outdoors. The sounds of Jazz enliven the city all weekend long and draw residents and tourists to listen, learn and celebrate accessibility and inclusion for persons with disabilities. Learn more - https://sobejazzfestival.com

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6:30pm - 8:00pm

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Authentic Brazilian Big Band in Miami! Gafieira Rio Miami is an 11-piece Brazilian big band created by bassist and Latin Grammy winner Diogo Brown. One of the most in-demand bass players in the industry, Brown has worked with renowned artists such as Laura Pausini, Buika, Nouvelle Vague and Gloria Estefan. To put together this one-of-a-kind samba/jazz big band he called on Latin GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist Dr. Pablo Gil, and also Pedro Carrero, former principal trombonist of the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra. With a powerful 5-piece horn section, plus bass, guitar, drums, percussion and the vocals of Isa Duarte, Gafieira Rio Miami fuses samba, jazz and soul inspired by the 20th century Rio de Janeiro joyous ballroom dance music known as “samba de gafieira.”. The repertoire includes gorgeous arrangements of classics by Gilberto Gil, Djavan, Alcione, Moacir Santos and more. Get ready to experience the joyous energy of Gafieira Rio Miami! Gafieira Rio Miami is playing as part of an all-star jazz line-up on Lincoln Road (1100 Lincoln Road). Do not miss the South Beach Jazz Festival's "Jazz Hits the Road," a beautiful day of jazz music. The event is free and open to the community - people of all ages will enjoy the show!

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8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Mike Keneally (Zappa, Satriani, Vai…) and his band Beer For Dolphins, along with renowned rock fusion trio Travis Larson Band, present an evening of world class musicianship.

Mike Keneally has been a lot of things in his 35 year career: stunt guitarist/keyboardist, singer/songwriter, orchestral composer, producer, music director, painter, and more. With Beer For Dolphins, Keneally makes full use of his musical palette, painting with a wide variety of sounds and influences – from artful rock to progressive rock to jazz rock fusion to avant-garde fusion. It’s obvious everyone involved with the project has an open-hearted, sheer joy in the making of music.

With eight studio albums and three full-length performance DVDs, the award-winning Travis Larson Band is firmly rooted as one of instrumental music’s premiere acts, having worked on record with Steve Lukather (Toto), Victor Wooten (Bela Fleck), Dave LaRue (Joe Satriani, John Petrucci, Dixie Dregs), Vinx (Sting, Herbie Hancock). TLB’s complicated phrasing, impossible timing, and seamless flow cause some to suspect that the band must surely operate from only one, albeit enormous, brain.

Beer For Dolphins Mike Keneally – Guitar, keyboards, vocals Joe Travers – Drums, vocals Rick Musallam – Guitar, vocals Pete Griffin – Bass

Travis Larson Band Travis Larson – Guitar Jennifer Young – Bass Dale Moon – Drums

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2:00pm - 5:00pm

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Kala Koa Entertainment celebrates 16 years of bringing the biggest and brightest names in Hawaiian music to the mainland with the 2023 Southern California Slack Key Festival returning to the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center on Sunday, January 15, 2023.

One of the most acclaimed Hawaiian concerts to ever leave the islands, the Southern California Slack Key Festival takes fans on a Hawaiian musical journey showcasing GRAMMY-winning slack key guitarists, the best hula dancers in the world, special guest performers and a free to the public Island Marketplace.

Since 2008, the Southern California Slack Key Festival has been the biggest Hawaiian music concert event in the mainland U.S. and features the most respected names in Hawaiian guitar music and hula today. Taking its name from a finger-picking style of guitar playing indigenous to Hawaii (as heard on the Grammy-nominated soundtrack for "The Descendants"), the Slack Key Festival brings the art of ki ho'alu guitar to Redondo Beach.

This year’s Southern California Slack Key Festival’s line-up includes George Kuo, one of Hawaii’s premier Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar artists; Makaha Sons, one of Hawaii’s leading Hawaiian musical groups; Sonny Lim, a member of Hawaii’s famous musical Lim family; Jeff Peterson, contributed to two Grammy Award-winning recordings and a winner of eight Na Hōkū Hanohano Awards; Jim “Kimo” West, 2021 Grammy Award-winner and multiple Na Hōkū Hanohano Awards; Kainani Kahaunaele, won seven Na Hōkū Hanohano Awards in 2021; Kamuela Kimokeo, a member of the Na Hōkū Hanohano award winning group Hi’ikua; Ka’ihi Kimokeo, and Bryan Tolentino, popular ukulele player who can be heard on scores of recordings for other artists as well as his own Grammy nominated CD’s.

In addition to the concert, an Island Marketplace – free and open to the public – takes place from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. outside of the venue. Browse a variety of island themed gifts, home décor, accessories, apparel, Hawaiian food, authentic island-style shave ice and outdoor entertainment.

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4:00pm - 6:00pm

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Mike Keneally (Zappa, Satriani, Vai…) and his band Beer For Dolphins, along with renowned rock fusion trio Travis Larson Band, present an evening of world class musicianship.

Mike Keneally has been a lot of things in his 35 year career: stunt guitarist/keyboardist, singer/songwriter, orchestral composer, producer, music director, painter, and more. With Beer For Dolphins, Keneally makes full use of his musical palette, painting with a wide variety of sounds and influences – from artful rock to progressive rock to jazz rock fusion to avant-garde fusion. It’s obvious everyone involved with the project has an open-hearted, sheer joy in the making of music.

With eight studio albums and three full-length performance DVDs, the award-winning Travis Larson Band is firmly rooted as one of instrumental music’s premiere acts, having worked on record with Steve Lukather (Toto), Victor Wooten (Bela Fleck), Dave LaRue (Joe Satriani, John Petrucci, Dixie Dregs), Vinx (Sting, Herbie Hancock). TLB’s complicated phrasing, impossible timing, and seamless flow cause some to suspect that the band must surely operate from only one, albeit enormous, brain.

Beer For Dolphins Mike Keneally – Guitar, keyboards, vocals Joe Travers – Drums, vocals Rick Musallam – Guitar, vocals Pete Griffin – Bass

Travis Larson Band Travis Larson – Guitar Jennifer Young – Bass Dale Moon – Drums

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8:00pm - 10:30pm

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Multi-instrumentalist, producer and arranger Scott Mayo will release his third album Meu Brasil on January 17, 8pm, in LA’s Arts District Resident (428 South Hewitt Street - Los Angeles, CA 90013). Meu Brasil is his first Brazilian project and features maestro Sergio Mendes, guitarists/composers Dori Caymmi and Guinga and the voice of Gracinha Leporace, among others.

“This album is an homage to a music and a country that has so deeply shaped my musical life. It’s called Meu Brasil because I wanted to share how the music has touched me and, from my Black American perspective, how I feel the music,” shares Mayo. For this album release party, Mayo will be joined by a stellar team of some of the finest musicians in Los Angeles.

Mayo recorded most of Meu Brasil in his studio, Pipewind Sound, in Pasadena. Other recordings took place in various studios in Los Angeles, Rio de Janeiro, Manila and Stockholm. Mayo says the album was completed during the pandemic, so it was challenging to bring everyone together in the same room. “I used all the technology I had to finish the album, from receiving tracks around the globe to watching the strings record in Manila from my studio in Pasadena! It was an incredible experience and I can’t wait to share all of it with the world.”

One of the first songs Mayo completed was “Trezinho do Corcovado” composed by Guinga. “I was in Brazil with Sergio when Guinga came by the studio to play some of his songs for Sergio’s album,” said Mayo. “When he played ‘Trezinho,' I fell in love.” Mayo asked Guinga’s permission to record the song for Meu Brasil. “I wanted him to play on the recording too since no one in the world plays guitar like him. It’s such an honor.”

With more than 30 years of music industry experience, Scott Mayo brings a unique musical perspective and skill set ranging from record production, composition and musical direction to Grammy-winning writing, arranging and performing.

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8:00pm - 11:00pm

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Phi-Psonics with opening set by Rocco DeLuca & Dylan Day Free admittance! Phi-Psonics is an instrumental group from Los Angeles, led by bassist/composer Seth Ford-Young and featuring Sylvain Carton on woodwinds, Gary Fukushima on electric piano, and Josh Collazo on drums. Their debut recording "The Cradle" (out now on Gondwana records) has earned the band an underground following, many attracted to their introspective, improvisational approach to creating lush, immersive soundscapes.

"...patient and sensitive. This restraint is seductive and creates an intimate, snug, immersive soundscape that evokes thought and exploration but is never self-absorbed." UK VIBE

"...creating a lush atmosphere, which in many ways is the effect of the album as a whole; it really does encourage the listener to dream at a higher altitude. " HI-FI Plus Mag

Rocco DeLuca is a Singer/Composer/Instrumentalist known for his work on the pedal steel guitar and beautiful songwriting/singing. During his career, he has played with various legends such as John Lee Hooker, Johnny Cash, June Carter, and Daniel Lanois. Dylan Day is a talented and in demand guitarist based in Los Angeles. This will be a special duo performance featuring these two sensitive, deep music makers.

This is a 21+ event

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5:00pm - 6:30pm

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The Visual and Performing Arts division at Citrus College presents the Blue Note Swing Orchestra with special guests Willie Murillo and James Morrison in Concert. Mr. Murillo has performed with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, the LA Philharmonic, The Brian Setzer Orchestra, Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band, and has performed on the soundtracks of many of your favorite movies, such as Elf, Frozen, and Stuart Little. Mr. Morrison, an Australian virtuoso trumpet player, has recorded with The London Symphony Orchestra, rock legends INXS, written the opening fanfare for the Olympic Games, and played for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and for US Presidents Bush and Clinton. He has played classical trumpet at the Kremlin and in 2016 was a guest of President Obama at the White House. Come see our incredible student musicians perform with two of the greats in the world of Jazz in this FREE concert, on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 5:00 pm in the Campus Center at Citrus College.

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8:00pm - 9:00pm

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Corcovado, a Brazilian LA West Side band, celebrates the songs of Rio's Carnival. We'll play favorites such as Girl From Ipanema, So Danco Samba, One Note Samba, Triste, Tristeza, No More Blues, and many more.

Natalie Jacob Music, Vocalist David Robinson, Keyboards Teddy Bang, Bass Andy Applegate, Drums Lauri Reimer, Percussions and Background Vocals.

Corcovado is a band started by Nicole Thomas and David Robinson in 2015. Their extensive repertoire includes original tunes, jazz standards, bossa novas, swing tunes, and pop tunes which they perform either as a duo or with a full band. The name, Corcovado comes from the Brazilian mountains overlooking Rio de Janeiro, which Jobim captured in the song “Corcovado.” It symbolizes their love of Brazilian music and great music in general.

No cover / 1 purchase minimum / Tips appreciated / 21+ Free parking on Lincoln Blvd Tasty bar food, wine, and a large assortment of craft beer.

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8:00pm - 10:30pm

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Vera's Heartbeat proudly presents Brazilian guitarist, composer and producer Fabiano do Nascimento, joined by Israeli multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer Tamir Barzilay next Tuesday, January 24, as part of the acoustic series Songs a Vera at Resident.

Fabiano is celebrating his latest album Lendas, which features orchestral arrangements by Vittor Santos and special participation by Arthur Verocai. With Lendas, Do Nascimento recalls memories from places that no longer exist; from fever dreams in the Amazon; from parts of the world we might never see or engage, but can imagine through music.

Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Fabiano is known for his unique compositions and arrangements evoking jazz, bossa-nova and samba, and Brazilian folkloric music. After studying classical piano and theory at a young age, Fabiano started playing guitar at 12 and followed the steps of masters like Dalmo Motta and his late uncle, Lucio Nascimento.

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5:00pm - 6:30pm

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The City of West Hollywood presents the 2023 Winter Sounds FREE Indoor Concert Series

The Essentials Jazz

Saturday, January 28, 2023, 5PM

West Hollywood City Council Chambers 625 N. San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood

The Essentials are a classic jazz group, specializing in the soulful, sophisticated sound of Blue Note Records and rooted in the standards of the Great American Songbook as well as contemporary music. Our members have studied at the country's top jazz schools (Manhattan School, Berklee, and Calarts), are active in LA's fertile jazz scene.

Sax: Joe Santa Maria Guitar: Jamie Rosenn Bass: Masatoshi Sato Drums: Colin Woodford

Music Sample: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=oJhk-47bKM8

RSVP Requested: https://wintersounds-2023Jan28.eventbrite.com Admittance is not guaranteed. First come, first serve seating, limited to availability.

More Information: weho.org/wintersounds

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8:00pm - 10:00pm

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Guitarist Dirk K is returning to Alvas Showroom and bringing his All Star Band. C.C. Thomas Jr., MD for Diana Ross, on bass, Gene Coye from Larry Carlton’s band on drums and New Zealand native Tim Sellars on percussion and Tablas. Dirk K is known for his guitar artistry and unique sounds while keeping his soulfulness and his radiant personality. A virtuoso on nylon string, as well as Jazz guitar, his playing gives the listener a vast variety of sounds, styles, and grooves. From Jazz styles such as George Benson to Flamenco, Rumba styles such as the Gipsy Kings and all the way to Earl Klugh, Dirk K mastered all the elements and brought a new and unique approach to Jazz and beyond. Dirk K, originally from Germany, is an accomplished guitarist, whose career began in the early 1990s. Releasing 20 CDs as a Recording Artist on Sony, Bellaphon, Fuzzy Music and on his own independent label DIP Records. In addition he recorded 12 CD’s with original projects such as Lockout Station, Quartet Equinox, Das Überschall, Acoustic Journey, etc.. He performed and recorded with renowned artists such as Randy Brecker, Peter Erskine, Toots Thielemans, Dave Weckl, Brandon Fields, Alan Pasqua, Bob Moses, Marc Johnson, Terri Lyne Carrington, Gary Meek, Rick Braun, Paul Tayler, Eric Marienthal, Darryl Williams, C.C. Thomas Jr., Al Turner, and many more.

Dirk K – guitar

C.C. Thomas Jr. – bass (MD Diana Ross)

Gene Coye – drums (Larry Carlton, Carlos Santana)

Tim Sellars – percussion (New Zealand, Cirque) Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are welcome in the venue.

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4:00pm - 6:00pm

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Originally named “The Big Thing “The Chicago Transit Authority band formed in 1967 in Chicago, Illinois. After their first album they change the name to simply “Chicago”. The self-described “rock and roll band with horns” began as a politically charged, sometimes experimental, rock band and later moved to a predominantly softer sound, generating several hit ballads. The group had a steady stream of hits throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Since at least 2008, Billboard has shown Chicago to be the “greatest of all time” American band in singles chart success, and since 2015, the “greatest of all time” American band in album chart success as well. Chicago is one of the longest-running and most successful rock groups, and one of the world’s best-selling groups of all time, having sold more than 100 million records. According to Billboard, Chicago was the leading U.S. singles charting group during the 1970s. They have sold over 40 million units in the U.S., with 23 gold, 18 platinum, and 8 multi-platinum albums. Over the course of their career they have had five number-one albums and 21 top-ten singles. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on April 8, 2016 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Original band members Peter Cetera, Robert Lamm, and James Pankow are among the 2017 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees for their songwriting efforts as members of the music group, Chicago.

Genre: Rock, a Tribute to the band Chicago

Players:

Gregg Thompson guitar/vocals

Dan Hill bass/vocals

Dan Haley keyboards/vocals

Frank Troiano percussion/vocals

Dave Goode drums

Nic Chaffee trumpet

Taylor Covey trombone

Rob Covacevich saxophone, flute.