B.B. King News

Saxophonist Charles Neville, bassist George Kaye, and singer Moonlight Davis will join artist faculty Dianne Walker, Harold Kromer, and music director Paul Arslanian for The School at Jacob's Pillow's first ever Tap Program. In addition to rigorous movement training, the dancers of the professional advancement Tap Program will also work with these acclaimed musicians and will offer two free public showings during their time at The School at Jacob's Pillow. Both free public showings on July 3 and 10 will feature live music.

Garry Marshall Shider, iconic diaper-clad singer and guitarist and right-hand to George Clinton in the Parliament/Funkadelic menagerie, died on June 16, 2010 from complications stemming from an ongoing battle with lung and brain cancer.

B.B. King Blues Club & Grill is located at 237 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues) New York, NY 10036.

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the crown jewel of Ravinia's classical programming, begins its 74th annual summer residency at the festival with a concert at 8 p.m. on Monday, June 28, featuring piano virtuoso Garrick Ohlsson and conducted by Ravinia Music Director James Conlon.

Singer Cyndi Lauper releases her new CD, 'Memphis Blues,' on June 22. She is also embarking on a tour, beginning on June 25, in order to promote the CD.

The Los Angeles Philharmonic's 2010 Hollywood Bowl Jazz series begins Wednesday, July 7 at 8PM with a compelling mix of African beats, dance and jazz. Nigerian Afrobeat superstar Femi Kuti returns with his explosive rhythms and invigorating dancers for a night that celebrates the foundation of jazz music.

On July 13th, Duck Down Music is celebrating a 15 Year Anniversary in NYC with the release of a commemorative album entitled 15 Years of Duck Down Music.

According to aceshowbiz.com, Cyndi Lauper has teamed up with Survivor producer Mark Burnett to create a reality show centered on her life in New York City. The show would also feature her husband of 19 years, actor David Thornton and their 12 year-old son, Declyn. Lauper was last seen on TV in this season's Celebrity Apprentice.

Singer Cyndi Lauper releases her new CD, 'Memphis Blues,' on June 22. She is also embarking on a tour, beginning on June 25, in order to promote the CD.

The official launch of the 89th Hollywood Bowl season, the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame and Opening Night Concert, brought stars and talent to the iconic venue, Friday, June 18, at 8:30 p.m. This year's inductees - pop culture icon Donna Summer, the legendary Carpenters (accepted by Richard Carpenter) and world-renowned pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet - as well as presenters multiple Grammy-winning musician, composer and producer Herb Alpert, acclaimed music producer David Foster, film and television actress Victoria Tennant, and producer, choreographer and television personality Nigel Lythgoe - made for a memorable evening.

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the crown jewel of Ravinia's classical programming, begins its 74th annual summer residency at the festival with a concert at 8 p.m. on Monday, June 28, featuring piano virtuoso Garrick Ohlsson and conducted by Ravinia Music Director James Conlon.

The Hollywood Bowl launches its 89th season with the 2010 edition of the always-memorable Opening Night at the Hollywood Bowl and Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame Concert, Friday, June 18, at 8:30 p.m.

B.B. King Blues Club & Grill is located at 237 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues) New York, NY 10036. Tickets may be purchased via Ticketmaster - www.ticketmaster.com / 1-800-745-3000 or at the B.B. King's Box Office: 10:30am - Midnight ($2 per ticket service charge)

The 14th annual Jazz Journalists Association Jazz Awards will be presented June 14 2010 at City Winery in New York City. Save the date!

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill announces their line-up for June 6th to the 13th. B.B. King Blues Club & Grill is located at 237 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues). Tickets may be purchased via Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com or by phone 1-800-745-3000. They can also be purchased at the B.B. King's Box Office: from 10:30 a.m. to midnight; there is a $2 per ticket service charge.

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill announces their line-up for June 6th to the 13th. B.B. King Blues Club & Grill is located at 237 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues). Tickets may be purchased via Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com or by phone 1-800-745-3000. They can also be purchased at the B.B. King's Box Office: from 10:30 a.m. to midnight; there is a $2 per ticket service charge.

RRazz Room Announces Upcoming July Line-up

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill announces their line-up for June 6th to the 13th. B.B. King Blues Club & Grill is located at 237 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues). Tickets may be purchased via Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com or by phone 1-800-745-3000. They can also be purchased at the B.B. King's Box Office: from 10:30 a.m. to midnight; there is a $2 per ticket service charge.

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill announces their line-up for June 6th to the 13th. B.B. King Blues Club & Grill is located at 237 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues). Tickets may be purchased via Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com or by phone 1-800-745-3000. They can also be purchased at the B.B. King's Box Office: from 10:30 a.m. to midnight; there is a $2 per ticket service charge.

The Hollywood Bowl launches its 89th season with the 2010 edition of the always-memorable Opening Night at the Hollywood Bowl and Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame Concert, Friday, June 18, at 8:30 p.m.