Clark Terry News

World-class jazz pianist Lenore Raphael (lenoreraphael.com) performs at Town Hall Theater on Saturday, March 12 at 8:00 pm. Tickets, $15, are available through the Town Hall Theater Box Office by calling 802-382-9222, online at www.townhalltheater.org, or in person Monday - Saturday, noon - 5:00 pm.

Indianapolis-based OWL STUDIOS is proud to announce they've been honored with two of the five nominations in the top jazz category of the 10th Annual Independent Music Awards, as Mike Clark's acclaimed 'Carnival of Soul' and Pharez Whitted's Freddie Hubbard-inspired 'Transient Journey' vie for 'BEST JAZZ ALBUM

The Joffrey Ballet presents the Midwest premiere of Ronald Hynd's The Merry Widow for its Winter program in the current 2010-2011 Stars season. Hynd originally choreographed the three-act story ballet for The Australian Ballet in 1975, set to an adaptation of Franz Lehár's 1905 romantic operetta The Merry Widow. This evening-length work, also a company premiere, will be performed at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, 50 East Congress Parkway, February 16 - 27, 2011.

Because of the prodigious talent of bassist and composer Jaco Pastorius, who passed away at the young age of 35, presenting a tribute to this musical genius is a daunting venture.

Because of the prodigious talent of bassist and composer Jaco Pastorius, who passed away at the young age of 35, presenting a tribute to this musical genius is a daunting venture.

For bassist/composer Sean Smith, his forthcoming CD 'Trust' opens an exciting new chapter in his musical life. It's his third album as a leader but his first since 2001 and the debut release for his own imprint, Smithereen Records. It features his well-traveled quartet of guitarist John Hart, saxophonist John Ellis, and drummer Russell Meissner, exploring his original compositions. And it marks a rededication to his music following his recovery from a career-threatening incident in 2007.

On January 27, Mamaroneck Mayor Norman S. Rosenblum, Festival Director Patrick Sciarratta and Artistic Director Mark Morganelli and Festival Board Members Mark Ettenger, Mike Hines, Peggy Jackson, Laurence Krashes, Gerry Ryan will outline plans for the 1st Mamaroneck International Jazz Festival on the Sound at a Launch Cocktail Reception at Molly Spillane's Pub, 211 Mamaroneck Avenue, Mamaroneck, New York from 6pm to 9pm.

Musician Matt Panayides will be appearing at the Shrine on Janury 23rd to promote his album 'Tapestries of Song'

Musician Matt Panayides will be appearing at the Shrine on Janury 23rd to promote his album 'Tapestries of Song'

The Joffrey Ballet presents the Midwest premiere of Ronald Hynd's The Merry Widow for its Winter program in the current 2010-2011 Stars season. Hynd originally choreographed the three-act story ballet for The Australian Ballet in 1975, set to an adaptation of Franz Lehár's 1905 romantic operetta The Merry Widow. This evening-length work, also a company premiere, will be performed at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, 50 East Congress Parkway, February 16 - 27, 2011.

Because of the prodigious talent of bassist and composer Jaco Pastorius, who passed away at the young age of 35, presenting a tribute to this musical genius is a daunting venture.

On Sunday, December 12 at 2:30 p.m., join Tony nominee and international concert artist Eleanor Reissa and friends for a delightful afternoon of Yiddish and English music and humor. Reissa, one of the world's most important interpreters of Yiddish song, will perform in her only New York City appearance this year at the Museum of Jewish Heritage - A Living Memorial to the Holocaust. Her band of musical luminaries is led by Frank London of the Klezmatics and features Marty Confurius on the upright bass; Rex Benincasa on percussion and drums; slide trombone player Brian Drye; and pianist and accordion player Patrick Farrell.

Chicago will be well represented on Sunday, December 5th, when Oprah Winfrey receives the coveted Kennedy Center Honors award for exemplary lifetime achievement in the performing arts, at the 33rd Annual Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, D.C.

National Jazz Museum in Harlem December Schedule

Gavin Creel is set to perform his new cabaret, Back to New York at Birdland on Mondays, November 1, 8, and 15 at 7pm. Creel is returning from appearing in the West End production of Hair after appearing in the Broadway production last year. Creel has also appeared on Broadway in Thorougly Modern Millie.

National Jazz Museum in Harlem December Schedule

Pizzarelli's performance will feature music from his latest album, Rockin' in Rhythm, a tribute to jazz pianist/composer Duke Ellington, whom Pizzarelli calls 'jazz's greatest star!' Songs such as 'Don't Get Around Much Anymore,' 'I'm Beginning to See the Light,' 'Satin Doll' and 'In My Solitude' are re-interpreted with Pizzarelli's trademark style and personality, but with great respect towards the original compositions.

On Sunday, December 12 at 2:30 p.m., join Tony nominee and international concert artist Eleanor Reissa and friends for a delightful afternoon of Yiddish and English music and humor. Reissa, one of the world's most important interpreters of Yiddish song, will perform in her only New York City appearance this year at the Museum of Jewish Heritage - A Living Memorial to the Holocaust. Her band of musical luminaries is led by Frank London of the Klezmatics and features Marty Confurius on the upright bass; Rex Benincasa on percussion and drums; slide trombone player Brian Drye; and pianist and accordion player Patrick Farrell.

Joe Cohn was fated to a life in music by his antecedents and early exposure to the greatest musicians and composers, Joe, son of legendary saxophonist Al Cohn and vocalist Marylin Moore, has steadily risen to the fore and made his mark as one of the most inventive and catalytic guitarists in jazz.

Joe Cohn was fated to a life in music by his antecedents and early exposure to the greatest musicians and composers, Joe, son of legendary saxophonist Al Cohn and vocalist Marylin Moore, has steadily risen to the fore and made his mark as one of the most inventive and catalytic guitarists in jazz.