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+ WHATS HAPPENING IN THE CLUBS AND AROUND TOWN

At THE GREEN MILL FEB 8 & 9

also insider spyro Gyras Tom schumans new release designated planets

r A lOok at the 2013 Chicago jazz festival

r news: Brian Blade at the Old town school of folk music

r NEW RELEASES WEEK OF 2/5/13

r getting to know bassist cecile savage

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News Item of the Week Pg 4

New Releases of the Week Pg 7

Recommended Listening: Tom Schuman Pg 8

Chicagoland Jazz Festivals Pg 10

A Look At The Chicago Jazz Festival Pg 12

In The Clubs Pg 14

Gig of the WeekDonny McCaslin Group at the Green Mill Pg 16

Special Events Pg 36

Musicians Directory Pg 44

Getting To Know Bassit Ccile Savage Pg 46

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Collectively led by drummer and vocalist Guillermo E Brown, bassist Keith Witty and saxophonist Christophe Panzani, THIEFS is a grammatically incoherent jazz bastardization. Fully acoustic to fully electronic, THIEFS weaves elements of modern composition and improvisation into a boundary-less foundation of beats. Between them, Brown, Witty and Panzani have supported artists as varied as Amel Larrieux, Anthony Braxton, Carla Bley, David S. Ware, EL-P, Hocus Pocus, Jamie Lidell, Saul Williams, Somi and VIjay Iyer. As THIEFS, their experiences and influences make a hot mess in the melting pan. THIEFS has recently been named an FAJE (French American Jazz Exchange) grantee for 2012-2013, a joint program of FACE (French American Cultural Exchange) and Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation, with generous funding from The Cultural Services of the French Embassy, Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, Socit des Auteurs et Compositeurs de Musique (SACEM), Florence Gould Foundation, and InstitutFranais.

Saturday, February 23 at 8 p.m.Tickets: $15 in advance | $20 day of | $25 reserved BUY TICKETSBUY TICKETS

February 21 24, 2013

Elmhurst College 46th Annual Jazz Festival

For more details visit www.elmhurst.edu/jazzfestival

Experience a weekend of jazz through the sounds of world class artists

Denis DiBlasio, Bobby Floyd, Dennis Mackrel, Byron Stripling, The Dave Douglas Quintet and

The Maria Schneider Orchestra. Plus Collegiate jazz groups from across the country round out the weekend performances.

The Old Town School of Folk Music is hosting an intimate evening with Brian Blade and the Fellowship Band. The concert is scheduled for March 15 at 8PM at Maurer Hall.

Blade, who is a busy drummer with other projects including The Wayne Shorter Quartet, Daniel Lanois, Emmylou Harris, and a long list of others, is particularly excited about bring the Fellowship Band back to Chicago. The band last visited Chicago back in 2010 with the Chicago Jazz Fest.

The Fellowship Band members with Blade are Chris Thomas, Myron Walden, Melvin Butler, and Jon Cowherd. The evenings music will feature new titles from their new record Landmarks which is due for release later in 2013.

Tickets for the show are available online at http://www.oldtownschool.org. More info available at 773.728.6000.

Brian Blade and the Fellowship Band draw power, emotion and spirit from jazz, blues, and gospel music. The band sensitivity and spirit are undeniable. Fans and critics alike site the Fellowship Band as the most important contemporary jazz band of our day.

rNEWS OF THE WEEKBRIAN BLADE AND THE FELLOWSHIP BAND TO PERFORM AT CHICAGOS OLD TOWN SCHOOL OF FOLK MUSIC MARCH 15, 2013

February 21 24, 2013

Elmhurst College 46th Annual Jazz Festival

For more details visit www.elmhurst.edu/jazzfestival

Experience a weekend of jazz through the sounds of world class artists

Denis DiBlasio, Bobby Floyd, Dennis Mackrel, Byron Stripling, The Dave Douglas Quintet and

The Maria Schneider Orchestra. Plus Collegiate jazz groups from across the country round out the weekend performances.

www.chicagojazz.com click on Jazz Store! Call 773-927-0396 for more information.

NEW RELEASES 2/5/2013

WAYNE SHORTER QUARTETWITHOUT A NETLABEL: BLUE NOTE

JANA HERZENPASSION OF A LONELY HEARTLABEL: MOTEMA

TERRI LYNNE CARRINGTONMONEY JUNGLE: PROVOCATIVE IN BLUELABEL: CONCORD

TOM SCHUMANDESIGNATED PLANETSLABEL: JAZZBRIDGE MUSIC

ROCK CANDY FUNK PARTYWE WANT GROOVELABEL: J&R PRODUCTIONS

ERIN BOHEMEWHAT A LIFELABEL: HEADS UP INTL

TONY BENNETTAS TIME GOES BY: GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK CLASSICS LABEL: CONCORD

SAFFRONDAWNINGLABEL: PALMETTO

VARIOUS ARTISTSDISNEY BABY LULLABYLABEL: WALT DISNEY

AVAILABLE AT YOUR FAVORITE RETAIL AND ONLINE OUTLET

Tom SchumansDESIGNATED PLANETSTom Schuman has been the keyboardist for Spyro Gyra since he was 17 years old (before the release of their very first album). He has performed on all of Spyro Gyras albums to date and has written or co-written over fifty Spyro Gyra compositions since Catching the Sun. He released his first solo record, Extremities, in 1990 and has plans to continue his solo career along with his Spyro Gyra commitments. His dream is to someday be able to balance his solo career with guest appearances on albums of other artists as well as Spyro Gyra and find the time to score a movie or two. Who knows, with music as a vehicle, there will be no limits to Toms creative influences on the sounds of the future.

Jeff Kashiwa (saxes) Steve Oliver (vocals and guitars)Taylor Moore (drums) Stixx Marshall (drums)Skip Martin (vocals and trumpet) Julian Tanaka (saxes)Scott Ambush (upright bass) Bonny B (drums)Kevin Whalum (vocals) Rocco Prestia (bass guitar)Joel Rosenblatt (drums) Vinny Valentino (guitars)Sarah Brooks (vocals) Lee Pearson (drums)Serena Henry (vocals) Austin Pooley (drums)

Tom catapults you to 12 different worlds he calls his Designated Planets.His sixth solo project (fifth for his own label, JazzBridge Music) features in order of performance:

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Tom SchumansDESIGNATED PLANETS

www.jazzbridge.com

Tom Schuman has been the keyboardist for Spyro Gyra since he was 17 years old (before the release of their very first album). He has performed on all of Spyro Gyras albums to date and has written or co-written over fifty Spyro Gyra compositions since Catching the Sun. He released his first solo record, Extremities, in 1990 and has plans to continue his solo career along with his Spyro Gyra commitments. His dream is to someday be able to balance his solo career with guest appearances on albums of other artists as well as Spyro Gyra and find the time to score a movie or two. Who knows, with music as a vehicle, there will be no limits to Toms creative influences on the sounds of the future.

Tom plays piano and keyboards throughout, as well as some tasty drums, percussion and bass programming. Everyone who loves music uses it to escape reality in some way. This CD has the same effect only on an interplanetary scope. Each song sends the listener to another celestial body of musical mastery from instrumental jazz to vocal funk. Enjoy the trip!

AVAILABLE NOW

30th Annual Frank Mantooth Jazz Festival

46th Annual Elmhurst College Jazz Festival

10th Annual Evanston Jazz Festival

Chi-Town Jazz Festival

23rd Annual Tribute to Bix Fest (Bix Biederbecke)

25th Annual Capital City Jazz Festival

2nd Annual Deer Park Jazz & Wine Festival

10th Annual Harbor Park Jazz & Blues Festival

South Bend Jazz Festival

35th Annual Chicago Jazz Festival

CHICAGO BLUES FESTIVAL

HYDE park jazz festival

34th Annual Detroit Jazz Festival

14th Annual Englewood Jazz Festival

chicagoland

jazz festivals

2013

We see a trend developing: the Chicago area has an ever-growing number of jazz festivals! The jazz fest plays an important role during this era of specialized media, in that it is perhaps the single best way to expose the general public to jazz music. Thats why we wanted to compile a list of a few local & regional festivals with in driving distance to Chicagoland so you can start marking your calendars and planning ahead. There are a few milestones on the festival list this year, of course the 35th annual Chicago Jazz Festival and the 46th annual Elmhurst College Jazz Festival are the oldest on the list, but the Englewood Jazz Festival is moving into its 14th year and the Frank Mantooth Jazz Festival at New Trier turns 30 this year! At a time when the economy is struggling, it is good to know that the determination to present jazz in a festival atmosphere is still alive and well.

Photography by BRYAN THOMPSON

artisT-in-residence hamid drake

35th annual chicago jazz festival milennium park august 29-September 1

A LOOK ATchicagoland jazz festivals

The Chicago Jazz Festival has long been celebrated as the first of the lakefront music festivals, and as it marks its 35th year, the event will move to Millennium Park from festival grounds in Grant Park, August 29-September 1. Performances will also happen in the Chicago Cultural Center. (78 E. Washington) The festival is presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. (DCASE) and programmed in partnership with the Jazz Institute of Chicago.

The Chicago Jazz Festival highlights a genre that is such a part of Chicagos musical heritage and its a great Labor Day Weekend tradition, said Michelle T. Boone, Commissioner of DCASE. But over time, traditions can use a jolt of new and fresh ideas. Millennium Park and the Pritzker Pavilions state-of-the-art sound system provide an idyllic setting to enjoy this festival and experience the intricacies of jazz music.

The first evening of the Chicago Jazz Festival, Thursday, August 29, will once again coincide with the final evening of Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz. Then on Friday, three stages will come alive with entertainment in Millennium Park (including the north and south ends of the Chase Promenade) as the festival begins that day at 2 p.m. and continues until 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday hours will also be extended from previous years, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and an additional stage will feature live performances, resulting in the festival providing the most hours of free jazz music than it has in recent years. As is the tradition of the festival, the 2013 Artist in Residence is Chicago drummer/percussionist Hamid Drake.

Drake moved to the Chicago area with his parents in the early sixties, living on the same street as Fred Anderson who would mentor the pre-teen drummer. By the early seventies, Drake joined Andersons band, playing with him on stage at the inaugural Chicago Jazz Festival in 1979. The worldwide demand for his talents regularly takes Drake away from home. His Artist Residency affords Chicagoans the rare opportunity to hear him in several contexts over the course of one weekend, and his appearance at the Chicago Jazz Festival 34 years after he first played this event encompasses the festivals entire history.

The stage that promotes the future of the genre by highlighting local high school and college jazz bands and ensembles, The Chicago Community Trust Young Jazz Lions Stage, will find its new home on the Harris Theater Rooftop on Saturday and Sunday.

Millennium Park and the Jay Pritzker Pavilion will also play host to the first night of the 30th Annual Chicago Blues Festival, Thursday, June 6, before the milestone event moves to Grant Park for three full days of music on five stages, June 7-9.

For continuing updates on the 35th Annual Chicago Jazz Festival, visit www.chicagojazzfestival.us, and become a fan on the Chicago Jazz Festival Facebook page and follow on twitter @ChicagoDCASE.

IN TheWeek of febrUARY 5-FEBRUARY 11 2013

clubsBar Umbriago

Chicago Chicken & WafflesFitzGeralds Night Club

The Green MillThe Jazz Showcase

KaterinasLittle Bucharest Bistro

M LoungeViper Alley

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rfri & sat feb 8 & feb 9 2013 THE GREEN MILL4802 N. Broadway Chicago, IL 60605 www.greenmilljazz.comGigOF THE WEEK

www.donnymccaslin.com

Acclaimed saxophonist Donny McCaslin takes a bold leap forward with his tenth album as a leader, Casting

for Gravity. McCaslins gargantuan tenor sound finds an ideal setting to rampage through in the ferocious

grooves and electronic textures of keyboardist Jason Lindner, bassist Tim Lefebvre, and drummer Mark

Guiliana. Couching his trademark gift for brawny melodies in lurching dub rhythms, swirling electronica

inspired atmospheres, and arena-rock power, McCaslin has crafted a game-changer of an album, fusing a

wealth of forward-looking influences into one wholly new modern jazz sound.

Casting for Gravity follows on the heels of 2011s highly acclaimed Perpetual Motion, which found McCaslin

experimenting for the first time with merging his hard-charging acoustic sound with more funk-inflected

electrified elements. But where that album was a blistering electro-acoustic hybrid, Casting for Gravity soars

past fusion into alchemy, forging a visionary voice from eclectic influences.

I wanted to make a bigger record with more sonic layers, McCaslin explains. I wanted to go a lot deeper

into the electronic realm and push myself harder. McCaslins initial forays into plugged-in territory were a

reflection of his upbringing in Santa Cruz, California, where he was weaned on the deep, deep grooves of

Tower of Power and Headhunters bassist Paul Jackson. Those influences remain in the percolating rhythms

of Bend or the enormous musculature of Stadium Jazz, inevitable how deeply ingrained they are into

McCaslins approach.

DONNY MCCASLIN GROUP

Donny McCaslinTim Lefebvre

Mark GuilianaJason Lindner

BAR UmBRIAGO6 West Hubbard St Chicago, IL www.barumbriago.com

Led by Chef Michael Ponzio, Bar Umbriago provides an authentic atmosphere reminiscent of Italys enotecas (wine shops) featuring European family-style dining. Named after a character in Italian-American singer Jimmy Durantes famous song, the new age Italian wine bar offers live entertainment, an affordable check average, and a large, reasonably-priced wine selection.

Cicchetti, Crostini, Salumi, CheeseAPPETIZERSLonza di Maidale, Luccio, Brasatto, Bistecca, Salsiccia, Capasante, Arrista di Poloentrees

Cioccolato, Tiramisu, Panna Cotta, Gelato, Sorbettodessert

inthEclubsWEEKLY guide to chicago jazz

Week of February . 5-11, 2013

LIVE JAZZ WEEKLY

TUESDAYSSTEPHANIE BROWN TRIO8PM-11PM

THURSDAYSSPRIAL FUNK & JAZZ TRIOMIKE FROST (SAX), TOM VAISTSAS (KEYS) MIKE JEFFERS (DRUMS)8PM-11PM

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 8PM-11PM

february 2013

543 Madison St Oak Park, IL (708) 524-3300 www.chicagoschickenandwaffles.com

CHICAGO CHICKEN & WAFFLES

At Chicagos, all of our food is prepared with the freshest ingredients. We offer a generous menu selection consisting of fried chicken, southern fried catfish and grits, omelletes, grilled salmon, lemon pepper grilled catfish, peach cobbler, sweet potato pie and of course, our famous waffles, just to name a few. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served all day and you can even BYOB (Oak Park location only) from 5pm to 9pm ($10 corking fee applies). Please join us for a truly unforgettable dining experience!

BYOB after 5PM$5 CORKING FEE parties of 4 or less $10 Corking fee parties of 5 or more



LIVE JAZZ WEEKLYAT OAK PARK LOCATION ONLY THURSDAYS 6PM-8:3PM FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS 7PM-10:30PM

Visit website for updated performance information

february 2013

6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn, IL 60402 (708)788.2118 www.fitzgeraldsnightclub.com

fitzgeralds nightclubinthEclubsWEEKLY guide to chicago jazz

FitzGeralds has been a gathering spot since it was built in the early 1900s. Up to 1925, the frame building at 6615 W. Roosevelt was a roadhouse used as a hunting lodge and sporting team headquarters. As more buildings rose along Roosevelt Road, the club was home to several nightclubs, the best-known being The Hunt Club, which flourished through the 1950s and early 60s--acts included Turk Murphy, Bob Scobey and Lill Armstrong. After the Hunt Club closed, the space became the Deer Lodge, complete with pool tables and a fortune teller.

AdmissIonsLive Music Nightly. Cover Charge Applies. 21 & over. Valid ID required.


February 6, 2013 IN THE SIDEBARNEW STANDARD QUINTET8PM 2 SETS$5 SUGGESTED DONATION

LIVE JAZZ WEEKLY

February 8, 2013 TERRANCE SIMIEN & THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE9PM$15

February 10, 2013 BILL OCONNELLS CHICAGO SKYLINERS6PM $10 ADULTS; $5 17 & UNDER

February 11, 2013 ANNUAL JAMBALAYA COOK-OFF w/t PAUL CEBAR TOMORROW SOUND7PM $15

February 12, 2013 FAT TUESDAY PARTY w/t Lil ED & THE BLUES IMPERIALS, RONNIE BAKER SMITH, BROTHER JOHN, ROY RUBINSTEINS CHICAGO HOT SIX6PM $15

February 13, 2013 IN THE SIDEBARPETER LERNER QUARTET8PM 2 SETS$5 SUGGESTED DONATION

february 2013

the green mill4802 N. Broadway Chicago, IL 60605 www.greenmilljazz.com

AdmissIonsVisit website for entrance and details

JAZZ traditional, bebop, contemporary, improvisational played by such legendary figures as Von Freeman, Franz Jackson and Wilbur Campbell, as well as young lions Kurt Elling, Eric Alexander and Orbert Davis. All capture the broad spectrum of jazz from its root rhythms in New Orleans to New York avant-garde. Deep smoky jazz sounds fill the club in the early morning hours when soulful musicians continue to express their love of jazz by jamming til the early dawn.



February 6, 20139PM ALFONSO PONTICELLI & SWING GITAN2AM LATE NIGHT INDUSTRY SET WITH THE FRANK CATALANO SEXTET

February 5, 20139PM THE FAT BABIES

February 7, 20139PM ALAN GRESIK SWING SHIFT ORCHESTRA

February 8, 20135PM THE FLIPSIDE SHOW WITH CHRIS FORMAN9PM DONNY MCCASLIN GROUPAFTER HOURS GREEN MILL QUARTET JAM SESSION

February 9, 20133PM THE PAPER MACHETE8PM DONNY MCCASLIN GROUP12AM AFTER HOURS JAZZ PARTY WITH SABERTOOTH ORGAN QUARTET

February 10, 20137PM UPTOWN POETRY SLAM11PM SUNDAY NIGHT SOUL PARTY WITH THE PATERSON TRIO

February 11, 20139PM PATRICIA BARBER QUARTET

LIVE JAZZ nightly

february 2013

JAZZ SHOWCASE806 S Plymouth Ct Chicago, IL (312) 360-0264 www.jazzshowcase.com

WHERE JAZZ LIVES IN CHICAGO The Second Oldest Jazz Club in The USA!!! ALL THE GREAT NAMES IN JAZZ SINCE 1947



February 5, 2013PAULINHO GARCIA & GRAZYNA AUGUSCIK8PM/10PM

February 6, 2013DEPAUL UNIVERSITY JAZZ ENSEMBLE8PM/10PM

February 11, 2013WDCB FUNDRAISING CONCERT 8PM/10PM/4PM

February 7-10, 2013VOCALIST JENNIFER GRAHAM QUINTET8PM/10PM /4PM

LIVE JAZZ nightly

February 12, 2013VOCALIST DENISE LA GRASSA TRIO w/t JOHN KREGOR TRIBUTE TO BLACK HISTORY MONTH8PM/10PM

February 14, 2013WDCB NIGHT8PM/10PM

february 2013

katerinas1920 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, Il 773-348-7592 www.katerinas.com

AdmissIonsLive Music Nightly. Cover Charge Applies. 21 & over. Valid ID required.

PHOTO CB LINDSEY

Its a cultural center showcasing the hippest jazz, funk, blues, boogie-woogie blues, R&B, classical and world music -from Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, Greek, Flamenco and Japanese to all Gypsy Genres & then some! Travel the world of music in our intimate space as each night presents a musical odyssey born from a whispering solo of an upright bass to a foot-stomping rhythm of flamenco! Its a meeting place for old friends and new friends. A place where romance blossoms and time stands still. And for those who like to travel alone, fasten your seatbelts...



February 5, 20138PM TONY DO ROSARIOS JAZZ GUITAR$5 COVER

February 6, 20138PM MARC POMPE TRIO$10 COVER

February 7, 20138PM KT McCAMMOND$10 COVER

LIVE JAZZ nightly

February 8, 20136:30PM NICOLE KESTLER & BRIAN OHERNNO COVER10PM ALFONSO PONTICELLIS WORLD GYPSY & GYPSY JAZZ SHOWCASE$10 COVER

February 9, 20136:30PM ARLENE BARDELLE$10 COVER10PM PARIS LA NUIT$10 COVER

February 12, 20138PM FOUR WOMEN MUSIC SERIES$10 COVER

february 2013

February 10, 20138:30PM BLUE MONDAY BLUES SERIES$10 COVER

little bucharest bistro3661 North Elston Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 www.littlebucharestbistro.com

With a history spanning over three decades, Little Bucharest Bistro has opened with a new face in Chicagos Old Irving Park area. Originally opened in 1970 and closed in 2004, the new Little Bucharest, which translates to Little Paris of the East, blends a touch of Romanian heritage with American contemporary fare in a vibrant and modern atmosphere.

Salads, Spreads, Smoked Salmon, Bruschetta, Calamari, SoupsAPPETIZERSSausage Stuffed Chicken Thigh, Bucharest Signature Brased Short Rib Goulashentrees

Warm Crepes, Apple Strudel, Romanian Buttercream Cake, Chocolate Ganache Tortedessert



SATURDAYSGYPSY MINSTRELS GUITAR & VIOLIN6:30PM

LIVE MUSIC WEEKLYFRIDAYS & SATURDAYS 6:30PM

February 14, 2013VALENTINES DAY CONTEST LOVE DECLARATIONS AND MARRIAGE PROPOSALS7:30PM

february 2013

M lounge1520 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago, IL 60605 (312) 447.0201 www.mloungechicago.com

Sit back and relax at this South Loop martini lounge. M Lounge features live music at least two days a week, to be enjoyed with an array of specialty martinis and fine spirits. M Lounge also offers a number of non-alcoholic cocktails and exquisite coffee drinks. You will immediately feel at home inside this intimate 1,400 sq ft oasis, whether youre settling into one of the comfortable couches or low-slung chairs, or pulling up a seat at the 28-foot long walnut bar.

cocktailsMartinis Mocktails Cognac Blended Scotch Single Malt Scotch Whiskey & Bourbon Canadian Whiskey Irish Whiskey Beer White Wine Red Wine Champagne Water Coffee Bottle Service



February 5, 2013JULIA HUFF AND THE COMPANY BAND

February 6, 2013GRAY MATTERS

February 12, 2013CLIF WALLACE TRIO

February 19, 2013SARAH MARIE YOUNG

Tuesday - Thursday 6pm-1am Friday 6pm-2am Saturday 6pm-3am Sunday & Monday closed for private events

LIVE MUSIC WEEKLY

February 20, 2013SAMUEL SAVOIR FAIRE WILLIAMS TRIO

february 2013

viper alley1920 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, Il 773-348-7592 www.katerinas.com

february 16 2013 6:30PMANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY & LIZ CALLAWAY

DOORS OPEN AT 6PM RESTAURANT OPENS AT 5PM

Viper Alley is Chicagolands premier destination for live music, gourmet dinners, and private events!



february 2013February 16, 20136:30PM ANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY & LIZ CALLAWAY

LIVE MUSIC WEEKLYVisit website for updated performance information.

special

eventsCJO featuring RANDY BRECKER & ART DAVIS: A TRIBUTE TO ART FARMER

DRUMMER TAYLOR MOORE AT ROOM 43

2013 JAZZ SEASON AT CHICAGO SYMPHONY CENTER

February 9, 2013 evanston jazz festival evanston township high school auditorium 1600 Dodge ave evanston IL www.ethsjazz.com 847.424.7848

www.chicagojazzorchestra.comFebruary 16, 2013 Wentz Concert Hall in Naperville CJO presents its most highly regarded presentations: A Tribute to Ray Charles. April 3, 2013 Pick-Staiger Concert Hall in Evanston for a remarkable evening of Cole Porters music with Kurt Elling.

a tribute to art farmer

February 9, 2013 evanston jazz festival evanston township high school auditorium 1600 Dodge ave evanston IL www.ethsjazz.com 847.424.7848

purchase tickets here

February 16, 2013 Wentz Concert Hall in Naperville CJO presents its most highly regarded presentations: A Tribute to Ray Charles. April 3, 2013 Pick-Staiger Concert Hall in Evanston for a remarkable evening of Cole Porters music with Kurt Elling.

a tribute to art farmerjeff lindbergs chicago jazz orchestrafeaturing trumpeters Randy Brecker & art davis

Special Event 4

ROOM 43... ...is one of the hippest places to spend a Sunday night! - Howard Reich (Chicago Tribune)

Sunday Evening Jazz Series january ScheduleSun. FEB 10 2013 DRUMMER TAYLOR MOORE

Sun. FEB 17 2013 BERNARD SCAVELLA saxophone

sun. FEB 24 2013 MAGGIE BROWN VOCALS

Special Event 4Sundays from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Room 43 - 1043 E. 43rd Street, Chicago, ILhttp://www.hydeparkjazzsociety.com/

ADMISSION: $10 adults/$5 for University students with ID or children with adults

ROOM 43 offers bar and food service, including a tasty selection of Jazz Bites.

Sunday FEBRUARY 10, 2013 DRUMMER TAYLOR MOORE

season 2013jazz at Symphony Center chicago

220 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60604 Phone: (312) 294-3000 www.cso.org

January 18, 2013, 8 p.m. Jazz Sing the Truth! Dianne Reeves, vocals Angelique Kidjo, vocals Lizz Wright, vocals

March 22, 2013, 8 p.m. Jazz Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour55th Anniversary Dee Dee Bridgewater, vocals Christian McBride, bass Benny Green, piano Lewis Nash, drums Chris Potter, saxophone Ambrose Akinmusir, trumpet March 29, 2013, 8 p.m. Sonny Rollins, saxophone

April 19, 2013, 8 p.m. Brad Mehldau, piano Chris Thile, mandolin May 24, 2013, 8 p.m. Orbert Davis Chicago Jazz Philharmonic Rivers: Nature, Power, Culture Orbert Davis, artistic director

June 7, 2013, 8 p.m. Wayne Shorter Quartet Wayne Shorter, saxophone Danilo Prez, piano John Patitucci, bass Brian Blade, drums June 21, 2013, 8 p.m. Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Wynton Marsalis, trumpet

Playin around town

directoryf e a t u r i n g C h i c a g o s f i n e s t j a z z m u s i c i a n s

Pg 48 Andrew Distel

Pg 49 Arlene Bardelle

Pg 50 Ava Logan

Pg 51 Bobby Lewis

Pg 52 Ccile Savage

Pg 53 Chris White

Pg 54 Corky McClerkin

Pg 55 Dave Flippo

Pg 56 Dave Shelton

Pg 57 Don Stille

Pg 58 Elaine Dame

Pg 59 Erin McDougald

Pg 60 Frank DRone

Pg 61 Frank Portolese

Pg 62 Gina Gibson

Pg 63 Greta Pope

Pg 64 Heather Moran

Pg 65 J. Beam Band

Pg 83 Mike Frost

Pg 84 Mike Jeffers

Pg 85 Mike Staron

Pg 86 Nanette Frank

Pg 87 Nick Schneider

Pg 88 Ray Bailey

Pg 89 Rhonda Browne

Pg 90 Rita McConville

Pg 91 Robin Watson

Pg 92 Roger Harris

Pg 93 Sam Fazio

Pg 94 Shawn Maxwell

Pg 95 Skinny Williams

Pg 96 Stacy McMichael

Pg 97 Stephanie Browning

Pg 98 Steven Hashimoto

Pg 99 The Harris Group

Pg 100 Tom Muellner

Pg 101 Zvonimir Tot

Pg 66 James Bottoms

Pg 67 James Sanders

Pg 68 Jesse Charbonier

Pg 69 Jim Sellers

Pg 70 Kelly Brand

Pg 71 Laury Shelley

Pg 72 Le Perolateur

Pg 73 Libby York

Pg 74 Linda Solotaire

Pg 75 Lindy Endres

Pg 76 Loretta Lee

Pg 77 Los Perros Cubanos

Pg 78 Marc Pompe

Pg 79 Mark Moultrup

Pg 80 Marlene Rosenberg

Pg 81 Michael Hutchins

Pg 82 Mick Archer

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getting to know

I was born in Martinique, grew up in Paris, where I studied piano. I come from a rather artistic family, with a mother who was a painter, a father a writer, an uncle- a musician at the Paris Conservatory. My musical influences ranged from classical European music, to jazz (which was rather well respected when I was a child in France), to African, Brazilian and what would now be called world music. In my early twenties, I came to New York and started playing the blues, first on guitar, then on electric bass. I traveled much through Europe and Africa and moved to Chicago in the early 80s as I wanted to play Jazz and upright bass. I ended up going to school in Chicago and obtained a Bachelors and 2 Masters degrees which has now allowed me also to raise my daughter born in Chicago. Unfortunately, I have no connections within the French Jazz scene. I spend my time (too much of it!) teaching music for Chicago Public Schools and playing gigs around Chicago and the midwest.

Biggest Obstacles you have faced in your musical career?Why should this questionnaire starts with obstacles? I could think of many but none are more real than those I have created for myself. Being Female? Being an immigrant? Being whatever that is not fitting the mold of the cliques? Clubs are closing? Times are changing? I am resolved to think in terms of solutions, not obstacles. The road is littered with many seen and unseen obstacles. So I will keep playing, singing, studying, learning to the best of my ability.

Greatest Achievements in Music to this point?I have been blessed to play with great musicians, but I am not sure I count those episodes as greatest achievements. I am not a known musician in Chicago, or anywhere else for this matter. The limelight of the Jazz or Blues Fest might have shown on me, I have traveled to Africa but I measure success to where I am now?. I am blessed to be able to live and play. Wherever I play/sing, if someone shed a tear or smile, I have touched a soul. That is grass root success!

Who has inspired you over the years to continue with your musical career? Some musicians have been extremely instrumental (no pun intended) in giving advice both musically and spiritually: Ted Dunbar in NYC and Von Freeman in Chicago. Not forgetting all the musicians that encouraged me and gave me the opportunity to play with them and offered their insight into the music called Jazz.

Favorite CD you are listening to right now? I have listened to countless albums and CDs. Bassists, horn players, pianist, African rhythms...I now prefer to listen to the radio (HPK and DCB) as I like to hear new music that I may not know. The internet has also brought me new music.

What are your future musical goals? Putting out a second CD of original compositions that have been laying on my piano for the past umpteen years as I am finishing putting the first one together which a compilation of older recording + 2 original compositions.

favorite cuisine to cook at home?Anything that grows and is fresh. Usually no meat. I have a wide palette of likes, having been born outside of the US. I like spicy food. I need something green and fruit.

Beverage of choice? Usually a glass of wine, red or white depending of the situation. A martini when I need it, which is seldom.

Last book youve read?Walter Mosley: The Tempest Tales. Also by the same author Twelve Steps Towards Political Revelation. Deep insight into the land I have chosen to live in!

Last concert you have attended?Cedar Walton at the Jazz Showcase with great bassist Dave Williams (I think that is his name).

Favorite TV Show?Pretty much none! I find most programs rather insipid. I would rather read a book. I might watch Channel 11 Nova and Nature if and when time permits.

Favorite place in Chicago to hang out?I would love to find a place to hang out that would be free of neighborhood constraints. Always miss New York. Parking and cover charges do not facilitate the hanging out process. Furthermore, when I am playing, which is usually in a club/bar/restaurant, I see people hanging out drinking. I dont drink much. I dont have much time to do so and hanging out by myself does not attract me, unless there is good music.

getting to knowI was born in Martinique, grew up in Paris, where I studied piano. I come from a rather artistic family, with a mother who was a painter, a father a writer, an uncle- a musician at the Paris Conservatory. My musical influences ranged from classical European music, to jazz (which was rather well respected when I was a child in France), to African, Brazilian and what would now be called world music. In my early twenties, I came to New York and started playing the blues, first on guitar, then on electric bass. I traveled much through Europe and Africa and moved to Chicago in the early 80s as I wanted to play Jazz and upright bass. I ended up going to school in Chicago and obtained a Bachelors and 2 Masters degrees which has now allowed me also to raise my daughter born in Chicago. Unfortunately, I have no connections within the French Jazz scene. I spend my time (too much of it!) teaching music for Chicago Public Schools and playing gigs around Chicago and the midwest.

BASSIST CCILE SAVAGEwww.cecilesavage.com

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Hw C M FANDREW DISTEL

Andrew Distel is a vocalist and trumpet player. He was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio where he attended the prestigious College Conservatory of Music studying both trumpet and voice. He moved to Chicago to continue his education, receiving a graduate degree in jazz voice from Roosevelt University. He has played at such notable venues as: The Green Mill, The Pump Room, The Blue Wisp Jazz Club, Green Dolphin Street, and Pops For Champagne. His quartet plays regularly-every Friday and Saturday night at The Pump Room-featuring Pete Benson, Hyosub Kim, and George Fludas.

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Hw C M FARLENE BARDELLE

Arlene Bardelle has been dazzling audiences with her tasteful vocal stylings for the past several years. Chicago is her home base, where she works with some of the finest musicians in town. Arlene was a mainstay at the famed Coq Dor in the Drake hotel for many years. She has performed at many other top notch Chicago venues such as the Pump Room, Andys Jazz Club, Pops for Champagne, Fitzgeralds, the Jazz Showcase, and the Green Mill. Arlene has also performed for political fundraiser cruises on Lake Michigan, private events at the Crystal Ballroom at Navy Pier, and corporate performances for top Chicago agents. She has performed at the Chicago Jazz Fest, Taste of Chicago, and the Plymouth Jazz Fest in Wisconsin as well as Smoke in New York.

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Arlene Bardelle DuoKaterinas1920 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, ILwww.katerinas.com______________________________________



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Ava Logan Quartetw/t Willie Pickens, Larry Gray, Robert ShyJazz Showcase806 S Plymouth Ct Chicago, ILwww.jazzshowcase.com______________________________________

Hw C M FAVA LOGAN

Ava Logan Chicago Jazz Singer and Chicago Jazz Band leader is an award winning singer-actress from Washington, D.C., who now lives in the Chicago area. A graduate of Yale and the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Logan, a Jazz Vocalist is a veterinarian by day and a jazz singer at night is available for Corporate Events. The classically trained vocalist has performed jazz, pop, and rhythm and blues in the U.S. and abroad. She has portrayed two of her idols, Ella Fitzgerald and Nancy Wilson, at the Black Ensemble Theater. She has released So Many Stars, her first major CD! National airplay began in September, 2008. The CD has received rave reviews! It was produced by Henry Johnson, who played guitar for Joe Williams for many years.


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Sunday February 10, 2013 2PM-3PM

Performing w/t Petra Van Nuis & Andy BrownEisenhower Public LibraryHarwood Heights, IL ______________________________________

Thursday March 14, 2013 5:30PM

John Moulders Chi-Town Jazz FestAndys Jazz Club11 E. Hubbard St., Chicago, ILwww.andysjazzclub.com______________________________________

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Bebop Brass Jazz Institute of ChicagoTuley Park501 E. 90th Place, Chicago, IL______________________________________

Hw C M FBOBBY LEWIS

Bobby Lewis tasteful trumpet and flugelhorn playing has made him a favorite among vocalists and earned him a spot as first trumpet with Tony Bennett for Chicago appearances for fifteen years, and conductor, musical director and featured soloist with Peggy Lee. The singers Lewis has accompanied provide enough grist for several resumes and, in addition to Bennett and Lee, include Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Sammy Davis, Jr., Joe Williams, Lena Horne, Mel Torme, Judy Garland, Liza Minelli, Nancy Wilson, Harry Belafonte, Rosemary Clooney, Al Jarreau and even a gig with Ol Blue Eyes.


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Ccile Savage with Calvin Koco Brunson, Curtis Prince, Fred JacksonBennys Chophouse444 North Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL 60611312.626.2444www.bennyschopshouse.com______________________________________

Hw C,M F CCILE SAVAGE

Ccile Savage is a French woman Jazz bassist/vocalist leading a multi cultural/ multi-ethnic jazz trio or quartet. Ccile plays who she is: a blend of French Cabaret and American Jazz.

She performed with Blues and Jazz musicians such as Jimmy Dawkins, Von Freeman, Franz Jackson, Floyd McDaniel, George Freeman, Oscar Brown Jr., Maggie Brown, Redd Holt and many more.She plays and sings a vast array of American standards (jazz & Blues), some French songs (in French) and some Brazilians Bossa novas (in Portuguese). Her group has played for many affairs, weddings, in clubs,restaurants and festivals.

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Wednesday February 6, 2013 8PM

Performing w/t Paul Marinaro TrioClub 31603160 N.Clark St, Chicago, IL312.527.2269www.3160Chicago.com_________________________________________

Chris White is an instructor of jazz piano and theory at Lake Forest College and North Park University in Chicago. He is a busy freelance musician in the Chicago area, and has performed at The Jazz Showcase, Andys, The House of Blues, Navy Pier, The Peninsula Hotel, the Coq Dor at the Drake Hotel and many more. He is a member of the Paul Marinaro Trio. In 2010 he completed his Doctoral of Musical Arts in Jazz Performance at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

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Friday February 8, 2013 8PM

Corky McClerkin DuoSullivans Steakhouse432 N.Dearborn, Chicago, IL______________________________________

Saturday February 9, 2013 7PM


Wednesday February 13, 2013 8PM

Performing w/t James Perkins Quartet50 Yard Line111 E.75th St., Chicago, IL______________________________________





Hw C M FCORKY McCLERKIN

Corky McClerkin, a Chicago native grew up hearing the sounds of Jazz and down home Blues. Encouraged by his favorite uncle and jazz musician Lewis Ogletree, he studied piano for seven years before attending Northern Illinois University with a major in music. Although receiving a BA from Roosevelt University and a MA from Loyola University in other fields, Corky has always considered music to be his primary passion. Irrespective of style or tempo, hard bop, Latin or soul Jazz, McClerkin brings his many years of experience into play as he crafts each tune, making a special and distinctive statement with each.


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Hw C M FDAVE FLIPPO

Dave Flippo has divided his musical efforts into three areas - leading his Modern Jazz Quintet FLIPPOMUSIC, performing as a jazz/popular pianist/vocalist and leader at various private events and teaching piano at the College of Lake County and from his own studio - Dr. Flippos Eclectic Piano Studio. His emergence as a jazz vocalist brought about his third CD, When the Heart is True, the Voice Rings True, a duo recording with bassist Donn De Santo, released on his own Oppilf Records label.


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Hw C M FDAVE SHELTON

David Sheltons music draws from his classical and jazz backgrounds, plus his work with R&B musicians. His repertoire includes a wide range of jazz and Latin standards as well as jazz arrangements of pop songs, blues and funk. More specifically, the repertoire includes: Songbook and Modern Standards (e.g., A FoggyDay, Fly Me to the Moon, It Could Happen to You, A House is Not a Home, Moon River) Latin Standards (Jobim and others) Jazz Standards (from Wayne Shorter and Miles Davis to John Coltrane, Dave Brubeck and Horace Silver)Jazz Arrangements of pop/rock hits (from Motown and Elton John to Stevie Wonder, The Beatles and Michael Jackson) Blues and Funk (a la Ramsey Lewis, early Herbie Hancock, Les McCann and Gene Harris) and originals.


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Hw C M FDON STILLE

Don Stille is a Chicago-based pianist and accordionist Don Stille proves he isan artist to be reckoned with says Howard Reich, The fluidity of his technique, the depth of his tone and the intellectual sophistication of his improvisations firmly established him as a polished and accomplished artist. In listening to a Don Stille performace, be it live or recorded, one shares in a musical experience that is rich in stylistic diversity. He has performed throughout the country with a long list of acclaimed jazz artists, and can regularly be heard at Chicagos greatest jazz clubs.


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The Elaine Dame Trio w/t Guitarist Kyle Asche & Jake Vinsel on BassBlue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa777 Blue Chip Drive, Michigan City, IN219.879.7711_____________________________________________

Friday February 8, 2013 1PM-2:30PM

The Elaine Dame DuoAffresco Pizzeria & Lounge11 N. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge, IL847.292.0233______________________________________

Monday February 25, 2013 6:30PM-9PM

The Cellar Bistro132 N. Hale St, Wheaton, IL630.653.6299www.thecellarbistro.com______________________________________

Tuesday February 26, 2013 7:30PM-10:30PM

The Elaine Dame DuoSalt Creek Wine Bar8900 Fairview Ave., Brookfield, IL 60513708.387.2432www.saltcreekwinebar.com______________________________________

Hw C M FELAINE DAME

Elaine Dame is a Chicago Jazz Singer, flautist, band leader and private vocal instructor, is a Vocal dynamo...[and] continues to be a gem in the citys vocal jazz scene according to TimeOut Chicago. For more than fifteen years, Ms. Dame has headlined the finest venues in Chicago, the Midwest and the nation, and has collaborated with some of Chicagos most stellar musicians. She has enjoyed residencies at such notable music rooms as the Fairmont Hotels, Metropole Room, Pops for Champagne, Andys Jazz Club, The Drake Hotel, Pete Millers, Katerinas, and New York Citys, Metropolitan Room.


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Sunday February 10, 2013 8:45PM

The Crimson LoungeHotel Sax 333 N. Dearborn Street, Chicago IL312.923.2473www.crimsonchicago.com______________________________________





Hw C M FERIN McDOUGALD

Erin McDougald is a savvy, rhythmically jazz-rooted song-interpreter, who frequently records and performs with top instrumentalists among the jazz-elite from Chicago to the East Coast. Her ensemble-size varies from a duo to a big band orchestra, depending on the venue, but most typically, she incorporates the use of a rhythm section and often features a horn player.

NEW WEBSITE ONLINE The two most often questions I am asked by interviewers and fans are: What made you become a jazz singer?, and Whats with the Flapper Girl reference? Visit my website to find the answers...and much more! XOXO


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Saturday February 16, 2013 9:05PM-10:05PMThe 13th Annual Newport Beach Jazz PartyNewport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa949.759.5003www.newportbeachjazzparty.com______________________________________

Hw C M FFRANK DRONE

Frank DRone is one of the few finer singers and performers around and creates great vibes with his audiences. This quote, from Leonard Feather, one of the worlds foremost music critics, probably best describes Frank and his talents today. It takes a while to achieve words of this sort. Franks nique and rare gift has taken him before the spotlights of virtually every major nightclub in the United States. Frank was headlining the world famous Copacabana when Tony Bennett took over the microphone on opening night and told the audience, A few years back, Nat King Cole said that Frank DRone was the finest singer around. Tonight he has proved that Nat was right!


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Cafe Zalute9500 W. Devon, Rosemont, IL______________________________________

Hw C M FFRANK PORTOLESE

Frank Portolese has been active as a guitarist and educator in the Chicago area for 30 years. He has performed with Eddie Harris, Les McCann, Bobby Shew, Ira Sullivan, Shelley Mann and others. His pop credits range from the Drifters to Clay Aiken. He has been featured in Just Jazz Guitar, Jazz Times, Guitar Player, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times and other publications. Frank plays straight-ahead bebop and hard bop jazz. He currently fronts his own trio (with Brian Sandstrom and Rusty Jones), plays solo jazz guitar shows and is a member of Rich Corpolongos ensemble, which performs ultra-contemporary original compositions. He continues to perfect his own sound and concept in the hopes of expressing the beauty of life as he hears it.


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Hw C M FGINA GIBSON

Gina Gibson, a cabaret-style entertainer with club credits too numerous to name is second to none when it comes to playing for and hosting a wedding reception or any other event. Sinatra to Streisand, Billie Holiday to Beyonc. Dance and have a good time, its all about YOU! She frequently appears as pre-game entertainment for the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center, now entering her 10th season with them. She is featured in the WTTW special, Remembering Chicago-the Boomer Years on Chicago Access Television, and on BIP, (Black Image Productions.)

EVERY FRIDAY

The Ramada Inn Lake Shore, Hyde Park4900 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL______________________________________


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Hw C M FGRETA POPE

Greta Pope is an International entertainer. She has delighted audiences throughout Europe, the Far East, South America and the Caribbean, as well as the United States and Canada. Ms. Pope has been touted as one of the great voices of our time, as she performs with ease all styles from Country to Opera, and from Rhythm and Blues to Broadway. Ms. Pope holds a Master of Music Degree and has performed all styles of music. and leads the Greta Pope Orchestra. Her performance credentials include sharing the stage with such well known performers as Wynonna Judd, Dick Van Dyke, Stanley Clarke, Carol Channing, Ramsey Louis, Rich Little, Penn & Teller and many others.

EVERY FRIDAY 7:30PM-11:30PM

Bennys Chop House444 North Wabash, Chicago, IL312.626.2444www.bennyschophouse.com______________________________________


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Thursday February 7, 2013 7PM-10PM

Heather Moran w/t Jeff Trudell Strawberry MoonWauconda, ILNo Cover______________________________________



Friday February 22, 2013 7PM-10PM

Heather Moran Eddie Merlots185 N.Milwaukee, Lincolnshire, IL.60069 847.276.2000www.eddiemerlots.comNo Cover______________________________________



Hw C M FHEATHER MORAN

Heather Moran, over the past several years, has divided her time between her two loves: acting & singing. An alumnus of Second City and member of the Factory Theater, she is also an accomplished singer with a performance history nationwide. Ms. Morans newest sensational Rosemary Clooney hit show, Rosie! A Tribute... is currently touring regionally. She can also been seen singing in the critically acclaimed musical trio, 3Girls3, performing their newest hit Barry Manilow show.


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Hw C M FJ. BEAM BAND

The J. Beam Band is made up of Jeff Mackevich on saxophones, Damian Espinosa on keyboards, Alex Feldman on bass, and Tyrone Blair on drums. This 1980s style fusion jazz is a lot of fun, and the tunes are easily recognized. Come on out!



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Ethiopian Diamond Restaurant7537 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60629773.764.2200www.ethiopiandiamondcuisine.com______________________________________

Hw C M FJAMES BOTTOMS


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Performing w/t ConjuntoKaterinas1920 W.Irving Park, Chicago ILwww.katerinas.com______________________________________

Hw C M FJAMES SANDERS

James Sanders is a distinct voice tempered by fruitful ongoing collaborations with the finest Jazz artists in Chicago and in Jazz today, including.... Dee Alexander, Nicole Mitchell, Alfonso Ponticelli, Larry Harlowe, Orbert Davis, Mwata Bowden, Doug Lofstrom, Steve Eisen, Ernie Adams, Donald Neale, Tomeka Reid, and the late Johny Frigo. He is the leader of the highly regarded Latin Jazz band Conjnto and is a a currently a member of The Evolution Ensemble, Swing Gitan and The New Quartet, The Joeffrey Ballet Orchestra and the Chicago Sinfonietta. He has also been active as a teacher since 1993 and has developed a curriculum for the classically-trained violinist seeking to develop alternative styles of playing.


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Saturday February 16, 2013 9PM-1AM

The Drake Hotels Coq dOr140 E. Walton, Chicago, IL. 60611www.thedrakehotel.com______________________________________

Hw C M FJESSE CHARBONIER

Jesse Charbonier was born in Chicago. He always had a love of the arts and began acting, singing, and songwriting at an early age, but became more involved as a more behind-the-scenes playermarketing, directing, producing, films and music artists. In music, Charbonier has developed and produced music and music videos for artists from various genres. In cinema, his involvement varies from the full-scale production of independent feature films to programming and organizing film festivals all over the United States.


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Friday February 15, 2013 7:30PM-10:30PM

Performing with the Cash Michaels TrioMaries Pizza4127 W. Lawrence Ave., Chicago, IL.______________________________________

Hw C M FJIM SELLERS

Jim Sellers is a Chicago based jazz pianist, having been lucky enough to have performed with some great musicians, including Wynton Marsalis, Frank Catalano, Spider Saloff, Luba Mason, Ava Logan, Art Davis, Bill Yancey and many others. Jims interest in jazz began in grade school when he discovered Daddio Daleys radio program on what was then WXFM. With a lot of tenacity and a little help from his older brother, Jim learned how to play the blues and to read music having no formal lessons until he was in college. Still, by the time he was studying music as an undergraduate, he was proficient enough to be selected to perform in a trio with guest-artist Wynton Marsalis. He went on to earn a Master of Music degree from DePaul University in Chicago.


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Hw C M FKELLY BRAND

Kelly Brand, composer and pianist, writes songs which carry the listener to places simultaneously evident and quite unfamiliar. She effectively taps into essential elements of living and dreaming. Brands way of playing embraces a simple and selfless honesty. She doesnt throw her music at you, but rather extends it as an invitation. Kelly is an active performer on the Chicago jazz scene playing frequent club and concert dates. She performs at the Green Mill, the Jazz Showcase, Andys Jazz Club, Pete Millers and Katerinas.

Friday February 15, 2013 6:30PMPerforming with Juli WoodKaterinas1920 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL773.348.7592www.katerinas.com______________________________________


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February 26, 2013 8PM-11:30PMLaury Shelley TrioJazz Showcase806 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago, ILwww.jazzshowcase.com______________________________________

Hw C M FLAURY SHELLEY

Laury Shelley has been a performing artist ever since she can remember. Laury was living her dream touring with composer, Michel Legrand, as Legrands vocal soloist.During these amazing years, Laury made her debut at the prestigious Carnegie Hall while also appearing at The Sahara Hotel in Vegas, Red Rocks Amphitheater in Denver, Miamis Stars Under The Stars Concert Series at Marine Stadium and The Westbury Theatre in New York. Laury has shared stages with Tony Bennett, Buddy Rich, Cleo Laine and John Dankworth while also performing and recording with Phil Woods, Ron Carter, Grady Tate, Randy Brecker, Marvin Stamm and Joe Beck.


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Saturday March 30, 2013 CD RELEASE SHOWMayne Stage1328 W. Morse , Chicago, IL 60626______________________________________

Hw C M FLE PERCOLATEUR

lePercolateur Hipster Gypsy JazzNew Release Coming SoonThe coming March of 2013 finds lePercolateur slated to release their debut album as the latest band to join the Chicago Sessions record label. Between now and then, many more are sure to wake from a dreamlike daze wondering in which year they find themselves, and wishing it was what their senses told them.

a sly and surprising gypsy-jazz quintet who apply that idiom to modernistic pop tunes, as well as vintage jazz composition - Neil Tesser, Chicago Examiner

Its time to get hip to lePercolateur!


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Every Sunday beginning December 2012 - 2pmSunday Jazz BrunchCafe Sole1029 Southard StreetKey West, FL 33040Reservations (305) 292-0230_________________________________________

February 22, 2013 8PM

To Paris with LoveThe Studios of Key West600 White St. (at Southard) Key West, FL 33040______________________________________

March 11, 2013 8PM

The Living Room Series w/t Libby Yorkand Pianist Jeremy KahnHarry S. Truman Little White House111 Front St., Key West, FL 33040305.294.9911______________________________________

March 12, 2013 8PM

The Living Room Series w/t Libby Yorkand Pianist Jeremy KahnHarry S. Truman Little White House111 Front St., Key West, FL 33040305.294.9911______________________________________

Hw C M FLIBBY YORK

NOTE WORTHY NEWSNew album in the works joined by John diMartino on Piano, Peter Washington on Bass, Greg Sergo on Drums, Warren Vach on Coronet and a vocal or two. Well top off our first fall recording session with an October 19, 9:30 set at Manhattans Metropolitan Room. Then its a happy return to Paris for the November 9th date at the lovely Caf Laurent in the tres elegant four star Hotel DAubusson.


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Sunday February 10, 2013 12PM

Linda SolotaireEdgewater Beach Cafe5545 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL. 60640773.275.4141www.edgewaterbeachcafe.com______________________________________

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Linda SolotaireOpen Door Theater902 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park, IL 60304______________________________________

Hw C M FLINDA SOLOTAIRE

Linda Solotaire is a jazz vocalist and leader with The Linda Solotaire Quartet. She also performs an eclectic jazz, rock & rock blues repertoire with her musical partner, arranger/ guitarist & bassist Stu Greenspan, Linda Solotaire & Friends. Linda is classically trained in music and theatre, and began her career as an actress in the late 1970s. As a solo jazz vocalist, she is most deeply influenced by singers like Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Abbey Lincoln, Sheila Jordan, and Judy Garland. GETTING THE WORD OUT 101 WORKSHOPDIY PRESS RELEASES FOR MUSICIANS & PERFORMING ARTISTS JAN 29, 2013 5:30PM-8PM. FEES $20 + $15 FOR MATERIALS. MORE INFO VISIT http://solorohm.net/coaching


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Hw C M FLINDY ENDRES

For Lindy Endres, music played a bit of a different role in the beginning. Finding the perfect song to choreograph and dance to was key, as Lindy dreamt of becoming a professional dancer one day. Her childhood was filled with an array of dance styles, recitals and show choir competitions, always being labeled the dancer, never the singer. Upon graduation from Sauk Prairie High School, Sauk City, WI, Lindy attended UW Stevens Point to receive her BA in dance. With her goal in sight, Lindy dove into the world of college dance, only to become sidetracked by the musical productions UWSP had to offer. These shows ignited Lindys flame for singing, a talent which she thought she would never desire. Being cast in multiple musicals paired with private voice lessons created a newfound goal; to become a professional singer.


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Saturday February 9, 20134PM-7PM

Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Ctr.1250 W. 119th St., Chicago, IL 60643$35 in Advance/$40 at Door______________________________________

Saturday February 23, 2013 5:30PM-8:30PM

Prairie State College202 South Halsted, Chicago Heights, IL 60411$35 in Advance/$40 at Door______________________________________

Hw C M FLORETTA LEE

Loretta Lee for many years has been known as an up and coming, sultry, smooth and sophisticated jazz vocalist who is progressively taking Chicago by storm. During the course of her musical career, Loretta became best known as Lady Lee for her impressionable, breath-taking performance and striking imitation of the Legendary singer, Billie Holiday. Additionally, she has performed in numerous capacities at jazz clubs and many other establishments throughout the Chicago-land area. She has also given remarkable performances as an R&B and Gospel soloist. In addition to singing, Loretta enjoys roller skating, stepping, and Latin dancing. With great passion and love, she continuously sings and performs from the bottom of her soul and is truly a phenomenal entertainer.


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Maya Del SolOak Park, IL______________________________________

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Rhode TheatreKenosha, WI______________________________________

Hw C M FLOS PERROS CUBANOS

Los Perros Cubanos feature the music of Cubas Golden Age of the 1940s and 1950s. Influences include Beny More, Compay Segundo, Arsenio Rodriguez, Eliades Ochoa, Buena Vista Social Club, Ibrahim Ferrer, Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, and Willie Colon.

Prepare to dance the night away!

Music now available at iTunes and Amazon.


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Wednesday February 6, 2013 8PM-11:30PM

Marc Pompe Trio w/t Nick Schneider & Rusty JonesKaterinas1920 W. Irving Park Rd.,Chicago, IL773.348.7592www.katerinas.com______________________________________

Thurs-Sat February 14-16, 2013 6PM-10PM

Solo Piano & VocalsCyranos546 N.Wells St., Chicago, IL312.467.0546______________________________________

Hw C M FMARC POMPE

Marc Pompe began performing around Rush Street as a solo piano/vocal in the mid fiftys and was influenced by the music of Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk. Vocal influences include Frank Sinatra, Joe Williams, Ella Fitzgerald, Carmen McCrae and Jon Hendricks. In 1965, Marc left Chicago to work out of New York and played at Jillys (NYC), Eddies Backstreet in St. Thomas, The Gaslight Club in Toronto and Mothers Lounge in Pittsburgh. After 40 years of performing, 1997 saw the release of Marcs first CD, Nobody Else But Me, on Kopaesthetics Records. Since then, Marc has released 4 additional albums.


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Hw C M FMARK MOULTRUP

Mark Moultrup is a keyboardist, vocalist, composer, arranger, and educator originally from Detroit and now residing in Chicago. Many of his compositions are featured on his cds, and have also been heard on promo spots, childrens CDs and national television. Mark has been a full-time working musician for over 30 years. Venues include work in jazz clubs, festivals, musical theater, concert stages, churches, studios, dance clubs, private and corporate functions,and has performed throughout the United States, as well as Europe, South and Central America, and the Carribean.


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Performing w/t Marquis Hill QuartetAndys Jazz Club11 E.Hubbard St., Chicago, IL312.642.6805www.andysjazzclub.com______________________________________

Hw C M FMARLENE ROSENBERG

Marlene Rosenberg has emerged as one of the most talented and multi-faceted bass players on the scene today. She has played professionally throughout the United States, Europe, Latin America and Japan, performing with innumerable jazz luminaries, such as Kenny Barron, Frank Foster, Stan Getz, Albert Tootie Health, Joe Henderson, Marian McPartland, Cedar Walton, Wallace Roney, David Fathead Newman, Monty Alexander, Kevin Mahogony, Frank Morgan Frank Wess, Joe Williams and Nancy Wilson.


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February 9, 2013 8PM-10PM

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Hw C M FMICHAEL HUTCHINS

Michael Hutchins says Get ready to set sail Beyond The Sea with the smoothest voice to hit the stage since Ol Blue Eyes himself, singing the music of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and Dean Martin.

Whether you are young or Young At Heart you will enjoy every minute of Michaels performance.


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Hw C M FMICK ARCHER

Mick Archer has toured the world as a solo act and sideman, performing in hotels, clubs, concert venues, and cruise ships. He was the pianist in residence at The Tokyo Westin in the Summer of 2004, and since then has traveled to Holland, Germany, Ireland, England, Denmark, Sweden, Estonia, Finland and Norway to bring his unique act to worldwide audiences. Besides his career as a solo pianist/vocalist, Mick leads a trio, a Celtic Rock band (The Chicago Rovers), has one of the best dueling piano acts anywhere, and a specialty piano duo (The Blues 88s).

Mick Archer is ... an impressive master of ceremonies. Whether its putting hecklers in their place or singing an original, the Southside native is a natural showman. The Chicago Tribune

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Performing with SpiralBar Umbriago6 West Hubbard, Chicago IL773.555.1212www.barumbriago.com______________________________________


Mike Frost QuartetValentines Day DinnerTerzo Piano at The Art Institute of Chicago312.443.8650www.terzopianochicago.com______________________________________

Hw C M FMIKE FROST

Mike Frost has been a featured performer with blues legend Otis Rush, and has been a member/soloist with many prominent jazz bands in the city. Mike has also played on various recordings with musicians from the bands of Miles Davis and David Sanborn and leads the Mike Frost Project, one of the most exciting jazz groups to be based in Chicago during the past few years. With three CD releases, MFP plays straight-ahead jazz, using great songs from the past plus contributing new originals in a complementary style. The group performs a modern day version of an earlier style but in their own way.


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TUESDAYS 8PM-11PMPerforming w/t the Stephanie Browning TrioBar Umbriago6 West Hubbard, Chicago ILwww.barumbriago.com______________________________________

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Performing with Spiral (Jazz & Funk)Bar Umbriago6 West Hubbard, Chicago ILwww.barumbriago.com______________________________________

Hw C M FMIKE JEFFERS

Mike Jeffers, drummer and president of Chicago Jazz Magazine and ChicagoJazz.com has over 20 years of professional musical performance experience. Jeffers has traveled extensively throughout college as a member of the University of North Texas percussion ensemble. He has performed with different jazz and rock groups at such venues as Carnegie Hall, the House of Blues, Taste of Chicago, Green Mill, Andys Jazz Club, The Metro, Schubas, Double Door and many other clubs, festivals and venues throughout the country. Currently he is a freelance musician who runs his own entertainment company, Chicago Jazz Entertainment, booking his variety of musical groups for private events, festivals and club dates throughout the country.


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Hw C M FMIKE STARON

NOTEABLE QUOTESHes a versatile, forward looking and accomplished performer.JazzTimes

His bowing is some of the best I ever heard. He is a true rival of Mike Formanek, Dave Holland, and Paul Rogers.Beyond Coltrane / Fred Barrett

Mike to me has a lot of technique and hes perfect for playing in a trio because hes inspirational, he will follow my chords, whatever melody I play he will follow, he will change key with me; which is what I need.Hal Russell Hal An Oral History


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Hw C M FNANETTE FRANK

Nanette Frank One of Chicagos jazz greatsnamed by WGN Morning News. An Impeccable five octave vocal range, Shes the voice behind such major brands as Coca-Cola (Always Coca-Cola) national radio, TV spots originally released as a 12inch dance single. The ad became the longest running advertising campaign in the companys history. Nanette also launched the Crest Multicare product line with her rendition of If I Could. Whether shes performing at festivals, like The Taste Of Chicago, The African Arts Festival or any number of high profile charity and social events, Nanettes unique and often magical blend of jazz, traditional, and R&B Turns out the house wherever she performs.


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Wednesday February 6, 2013 8PM-11:30PM

Performing with The Marc Pompe Trio Katerinas1920 W. Irving Park Rd.,Chicago, IL773.348.7592www.katerinas.com______________________________________

Hw C M FNICK SCHNEIDER

Nick Schneider is rated as one of the top bass players in jazz today. He has performed with such greats as Randy Brecker, Eddie Higgins, Buddy Rich Big Band, Teddy Wilson, And The Tonight Show Band just to name a few. Nick currently teaches at Oakton Community College, The University of Wisconsin Indianhead Arts Center, and through his private studio.

Nick is also a member of The Bruce Oscar Trio which hosts several different jam sessions throughout Chicago.


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Hw C M FRAY BAILEY


Ray Bailey is an accomplished musician and band leader as well as an exciting performer of all jazz styles. In the Chicago area he has performed at most major country clubs, hotels and in local jazz clubs such as Andys, The Back Room, Bella Vista, The Green Mill, Green Dolphin Street, Pops for Champaign, Joes Be-bop Caf and may others that have come and gone. The Ray Bailey Jazz Quintet played to standing-room-only crowds for 19 summers in the Garden Caf of the Art Institute of Chicago.


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Hw C M FRHONDA BROWNE

Rhonda High Browne has been a singer/songwriter for a number of years in the Chicago area and elsewhere. After a successful career as a print model for Jewel Foods, Soft Sheen Hair Products, and several others, she returned to her first love of music, where she received her Associates Degree in Fine Arts from South Suburban College and her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Columbia College Chicago in Jazz Vocal Performance. Rhonda has worked with some of the finest musicians in Chicago such as Roger Harris, Chuck Webb, Curtis Robinson, (to name a few). Currently, Rhonda is the bandleader vocalist of her R&B, Jazz trio Pieces. She performs at weddings, corporate functions and various social events and describes her music as Feel Good Music.


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Hw C M FRITA McCONVILLE

Rita McConville has been singing professionally to the delight of Midwest audiences for over 10 years in venues ranging from legendary jazz clubs like The Green Mill to various dancehalls, roadhouses and churches. As testament to her rare versatility, Rita has been known to sing both legs of a wedding, nailing the ceremony and reception with equally soulful precision. If you havent heard about Rita McConville before, thats understandable because she has been engaging her musical passion full time only recentlyor as she likes to put it, as a recovering local television director, nearly three years clean.


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Hw C M FROBIN WATSON

Robin Watson is Jazzlady Robin. A vocalist/leader, her styling is described to be an appealing blend of Sarah, Dinah, Carmen and Nina, while her creativity is clearly influenced by that of her distant cousin, Ella. Robins performance career has spanned decades through Chicagos premiere jazz venues, wooing audiences from large stages - Petrillo Bandshell, Garfield Park Conservatory, Pheasant Run, United Center, Odyssey Cruises, Showboat, Empress and Majestic Star Casinos- and more intimate music rooms at the Peninsula Hotel, Braxtons, Tuscanys, John & Tonys, Metropolitan Club, Como Inn, Backroom and Cotton Clubs. Robin has a BA in vocal performance from Spelman College. Her humor, energy and authenticity make her performances compelling and engaging.


Monday February 18, 2013 8PM

Jazz Showcase CD Release Event806 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago, IL312.360.0234www.jazzshowcase.com______________________________________

NEW RELEASE OUT NOW Robin Watsons Fine and Mellow: A Tribute to Billie HolidayRobin Watsons new CD release Fine and Mellow is a personal tribute to Lady Day Billie Holiday. Ms. Watson, an accomplished singer of the Jazz, Blues, Pop and Soul genre in her own right, highlights the nuance of Holidays unique vocal style while incorporating her own energy and range that has kept her in demand locally as well as past tours outside of the USA. Her rendition of Billies classic Youve Changed, the prophetic tune God Bless the Child, to the bluesy swing of the title tune, Fine and Mellow, not only show Ms. Watsons range of emotion and depth as a singer, but she understands the history behind the lyrics. It is a perfect balance of honoring one of the pioneers of women jazz singers with a fresh look. Pianist David Turner, bassist Rolfe Hokanson and drummer, Harold Morrison, set the groove just right. Without any studio antics, as a team this combo make the listener feel like they are in the very same room setting down a mellow tone.

The CD is currently available for sale via my website www.jazzladyrobin.com.

February 18, it will be available on cdbaby and I-tunes.

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Hw C M FROGER HARRIS

Roger L. Harris is a pianist residing in Chicago, IL. His musical talents were evident at an early age. His father, Leo Harris, is the cellist that founded the South Side Family Chamber Orchestra and encouraged Roger to embrace his gift. Roger is currently the Conductor Emeritus of that orchestra.

After receiving his Bachelors Degree in Music Education from Roosevelt University in Chicago, Roger taught band, orchestra, choir, general music, and commercial music in various Illinois and Indiana school districts.


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Hw C M FSAM FAZIO

Sam Fazio made his return to the Chicago music scene in 2009. Over the years, Sam has performed in nightclubs throughout Chicago and Las Vegas. Sams repertoire includes a unique mix of American standards, swing tunes and pop classics. His heartfelt interpretations bring new life to the standards and showcase his soulful, yet classic style. Sam performs at a variety of venues and events around the Chicagoland area, including weekly performances at the Drake Hotel.



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Saturday February 16, 2013 8:30PM-11:30PM

City Gate Grille2020 Calamous Court, Naperville, IL______________________________________


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Hw C M FSHAWN MAXWELL

Shawn Maxwell has the urgea quality fundamental to those who create improvised music on a nightly basis. In this way, it is not enough to simply create, but the need to innovate guides each note. His art lies in addressing the ordinary modalities of life in an extraordinary way, placing notes in their most complimentary places with precision and enthusiasm. Each harmony he creates is purposeful in form as well as function. After starting his professional career touring Internationally, across the Mediterranean and the Caribbean, Maxwell returned home to conquer the Windy City. With equal parts genius and toil, Maxwell has become one the preeminent performers in the Chicago jazz landscape. His multi-instrumental talents have been lauded by fellow musicians and critics alike.


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Hw C M FSKINNY WILLIAMS

Skinny Williams is an accomplished saxophonist and instrumentalist, a savvy composer, and an electrifying performer who since the release of his first solo album in 1999 has created a series of recordings that have made him a distinctive talent in the realm of contemporary jazz. Through his noteworthy combination of earthy grooves and soulful improvisations, Williams has earned both critical acclaim and mainstream appreciation. Williams is one of the industrys most respected and in-demand players, with critics comparing him to such greats as Stanley Turrentine, Junior Walker, Grover Washington Jr. and Boney James.


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Hw C M FSTACY McMICHAEL

Stacy McMichael is one of the premier bassists in Chicago today. Equally proficient on upright bass and electric bass, Stacy performs comfortably within a broad range of genres and styles. As an active professional bassist, Ms. McMichael has played with hundreds of artists in countless settings.Ms. McMichael received her Masters degree (Jazz Bass performance & pedagogy) from the prestigious University of Miami Jazz School and her Bachelors degree (Double Bass performance) from the University of Nebraska - Omaha. Ms. McMichael currently holds a faculty position as Adjunct Professor of Bass at Olivet Nazarene University.


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Performing w/t Stephanie Browning TrioBar Umbriago6 West Hubbard, Chicago ILwww.barumbriago.com______________________________________

Hw C M FSTEPHANIE BROWNING

Stephanie Browning made a name for herself as the Artist-in-residence at the world renowned Gold Star Sardine Bar, a listening room reminiscent of Paris in the 30s. The venue was an international gem and captivated audiences assisted Stephanie in honing her improvisational skills and soulful voice. During her two-year tenure she performed for celebrities and European royalty, as well as many a love struck couple out to make a memorable night. Since that time, Stephanie has been featured at the Chicago areas most notable jazz clubs, including Andys, The Green Mill, Pete Millers, Pops for Champagne, as well as many others.


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Hw C M FSTEVEN HASHIMOTO

Steven Hashimoto has been a highly visible part of Chicagos jazz scene since 1976, when he founded the band Mothra (which is still in existence, with a CD on AsianImprov Records). He has also anchored the late-night jam sessions at The Green Mill on Fridays for almost 16 years. He has recorded with many local bands, and appeared at almost every jazz venue in Chicago. He has also appeared at The Chicago Jazz Festival, Taste of Chicago, Ch

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