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Date of Death: May 24, 1974 (75)

Birth Place: Washington, DC, USA

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Norah Jones to Perform in Orlando this March
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2016


The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, in association with Beaver Productions, will present the Orlando engagement of Norah Jones in her Day Breaks World Tour.

ON KENTUCKY AVENUE to Celebrate Atlantic City's Club Harlem at On Stage at Kingsborough
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2016


On Stage at Kingsborough, a leading performing arts presenter located at Brooklyn's Kingsborough Community College presents its 2016-2017 season, featuring world class artists from around the globe.

Richard Malavet's MIDNIGHT MOODS to Encore Next Month at the Metropolitan Room
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2016


Encore! Critically acclaimed New York jazz-pop stylist Richard Malavet returns with his must-see show Midnight Moods for one night only on Saturday, December 3 at 7:00 at the Metropolitan Room.

Tony Bennett Standard And Deluxe Edition CDs Available Worldwide 12/16; Pre-Order Now
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 11, 2016


Tony Bennett celebrated his 90 th birthday in August and this milestone occasion continues with the RPM Records / Columbia Records release of Tony Bennett Celebrates 90 set for pre-order on November 11 th and worldwide release on December 16.

Upcoming World Premiere Musical 'LUSH LIFE' changes its title to 'WHEN JAZZ HAD THE BLUES'
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2016


CEK Productions presents the World Premiere of WHEN JAZZ HAD THE BLUES, book by Carole Eglash-Kosoff, musical direction and arrangements by Rahn Coleman, choreography by Cassie Crump and direction by John Henry Davis.

Billy Strayhorn Musical LUSH LIFE to Premiere Next Month at the Matrix
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2016


CEK Productions presents the World Premiere of LUSH LIFE, book by Carole Eglash-Kosoff, musical direction and arrangements by Rahn Coleman, choreography by Cassie Crump and direction by John Henry Davis. LUSH LIFE begins previews Today, November 11, 2016 and opens Today, November 18 at 8pm. The production runs through Sunday, December 18 at the Matrix Theatre, 7657 Melrose Ave. in West Hollywood.

Jed Distler Set for 60th Birthday Recital at Symphony Space
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2016


Pianist, composer, and critic Jed Distler marks his 60th birthday with a recital on Thursday, December 8 (7 pm) as part of Symphony Space's STEINWAY SALON series, which Distler curates.

Chucho Valdes-Joe Lovano Quintet, Steve Ross and More Coming Up at Birdland
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2016


Birdland Jazz Club has announced its lineup for November 21-27, featuring Chucho Valdes-Joe Lovano Quintet, Steve Ross, Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano, and more. Scroll down for details!

Vivian Reed Hits the Metropolitan Room with STANDARDS AND MORE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2016


Vivian Reed - the two-time Tony Award-nominated Broadway star and concert artist - will return with her acclaimed show 'Standards and More' at The Metropolitan Room for two more performances this year tonight, November 10, at 9:30 PM and Wednesday, December 14 at 9:30 PM.

Vivian Reed to Hit the Metropolitan Room with STANDARDS AND MORE; Compilation Out Next Month
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2016


Vivian Reed - the two-time Tony Award-nominated Broadway star and concert artist - will return with her acclaimed show 'Standards and More' at The Metropolitan Room for two more performances this year on Thursday, November 10 at 9:30 PM and Wednesday, December 14 at 9:30 PM.

Joe Kinosian to Host Second IN THE WORKS Concert at the Duplex This Month
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2016


Honeck-Moss Productions will present "In The Works,' an exciting new series conceived as an opportunity for composers to try out new work in front of an audience and see how it plays in a supportive environment.  

The AZ Swing Kings to Present THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK and ALL THAT JAZZ 11/22
by Ashlee Latimer - Nov 5, 2016


On Tuesday, November 22 the AZ Swing Kings bring you The Great American Songbook and All That Jazz! The AZ Swing Kings Orchestra is a Valley favorite and consists of 18 instrumentalists and a vocalist. The orchestra is under the direction of Lenny King - former creator and director of the Chicago Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra - and all the musicians are experienced professional performers playing original arrangements made famous by the such great bands as: Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey, Stan Kenton, Duke Ellington, Maynard Ferguson and many others. The featured vocalist is Joni King.

Django Reinhardt Festival and More Coming Up This Month at Birdland
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2016


Birdland Jazz Club has announced its lineup for November 14-20, including The Django Reinhardt NY Festival, Aisha de Haas, Capathia Jenkins & Billy Stritch in "Stritch, Trouble and More Trouble", Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and more. Scroll down for details!

BWW Review: JACQUES' ART NEST at National Dance Institute
by Amber Adams - Nov 4, 2016


'I want every child to have the highest level of arts education and you learn by doing, not by reading about it or seeing it on TV. Our children become the dancers. It changes how they see themselves,' Ellen Weinstein, Artistic Director of NDI.

United Methodist Church Presents SOUL OF PULCHRITUDE: A NIGHT WITH STEPHEN SALTERS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2016


UNION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH presents Soul of Pulchritude: A Night with Stephen Salters a one night only Benefit Boston concert from an internationally renowned baritone. Stephen Salters and Randolph Fuller are proud to partner with Union United Methodist Church for their 'Called to Serve' Campaign!  The updated program will be as follows:

ON KENTUCKY AVENUE to Celebrate Atlantic City's Club Harlem at On Stage at Kingsborough
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2016


On Stage at Kingsborough, a leading performing arts presenter located at Brooklyn's Kingsborough Community College presents its 2016-2017 season, featuring world class artists from around the globe.

Phoenix Chorale Performs Duke Ellington's Sacred Concert On the 50th Anniversary of Historic Performance in 1966
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2016


The Phoenix Chorale performs a historic concert of Duke Ellington's Sacred Concerts at the same location where he originally performed his masterwork 50 years ago, at Trinity Cathedral in downtown Phoenix in 1966.  

Tierney Sutton Band, Randy Rainbow's Election Eve Party and More Coming Up at Birdland
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2016


Birdland Jazz Club has announced its lineup for November 7-13, featuring Tierney Sutton Band, Randy Rainbow's "Election Eve Party!'", Emmet Cohen Trio and more. Scroll down for details!

Victoria Playhouse Petrolia Announces Canadian Inspired 2017 Season
by Rebecca Russo - Oct 27, 2016


Co-Artistic Directors David Hogan & David Rogers are thrilled to announce the 2017 Season. 'Celebrate With Us' encompasses a Canadian theme as the VPP honours our country in its 150th year. When asked about the line up for the upcoming season, Hogan said 'Happy Birthday Canada - this season is dedicated to you. We wanted to give back to our great nation that has made us feel glorious and free. Everything in this season is written, composed, compiled, choreographed, directed, performed and/or put together by Canadians. We are thrilled to celebrate Canada.' Director of Cultural Services for the Town of Petrolia, Richard Poore echoed Hogan's sentiments, saying, 'I am so pleased and proud to be part of the 2017 VPP Summer Season announcement. I know our audiences will continue to be thrilled by the VPP experience.'

Brand New Season at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2016


Today Wolverhampton Grand Theatre announced a brand new season, including the touring production of sell-out West End musical FUNNY GIRL.

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