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SUMMARY:BUENA VISTA ALL STARS
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey with Buena Vista All Stars\, descendants of the iconic Buena Vista Social Club. This extraordinary ensemble is bringing the vibrant spirit of Havana’s streets to the Arsht Center’s Knight Concert Hall\, delivering a mesmerizing blend of time-honored rhythms and narratives. \nThe lineup features unparalleled talent\, including Ibrahim Ferrer Jr.\, son of golden-voiced Ibrahim Ferrer\, who will appear in a sensational holographic projection. Grammy Award winner Juan De Marcos González\, lauded virtuoso Barbarito Torres\, piano prodigy Rubencito González and four-time Latin Grammy-nominated Danay Suárez join the ensemble\, conducted by esteemed musical director Demetrio Muñiz. \nJoin us for the inaugural performance of the Una Noche en La Habana Tour on August 5. Experience the enduring legacy of Cuba’s musical heritage\, artfully preserved and reimagined by Buena Vista All Stars. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable celebration of Cuban music and culture.
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/buena-vista-all-stars
LOCATION:Adrienne Arsht Center | Knight Concert Hall\, 1300 Biscayne Boulevard\, Miami\, FL\, 33132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:BANSKO JAZZ FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:Three groups perform each  evening beginning at 8:00pm. \nThe Lineup: \nAugust 5: Velislav Stoyanov | Frank Gambali and His All~Star Band | Cinga Manga Funk \nAugust 6: Camelia Todorova and Konstantin Kostov Trio | Ari Erev Trio | Petar Slavov Special Quartet \nAugust 7: Veronika Todorova & Christopher Herman | Yonder Fokan Trio | Lucy Woodward Quartet \nAugust 8: Xul Gaspar Selko Quintet | On The Road~JP3 | Mauro Sigura Quartet \nAugust 9: Bluetronic~Miroslava Katsarova Trio | Presti~Lanzoni Duo | Zara Macfarlane Quartet \nAugust 10: Show Trio | Sheki And Friends | Jackson Mathod Quintet \nAugust 11: Posbalkanton | Georgi Kornazov Quartet | Jesus Molina & Los Dromeros \nAugust 12: Desy & The Shiny Stockings with Guest Atanas Popov | Espen Eriksen Trio and Andy Shepherd | Alfredo Rodriguez Trio \nTickets: \nSingle Event:  30~50 bgn | $16.84 ~ $28.07 \nEight Event Package: 120~260 bgn | $67.38~ $145.99
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/bansko-jazz-festival
LOCATION:Nikola Vaptsarov Square\, Nikola Vaptsarov Square\, Bansko\, Bulgaria
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:SAN JOSÉ JAZZ SUMMER FEST
DESCRIPTION:Performers: W.I.T.C.H.\, Noah & The Arkiteks\, The Bad Plus\, The Soul Rebels\, Malahi Witson\, DK Harrell\, Billy Childs\, Pete Rock & The Soul Brothers\, Basi Vibe \nVenues: Latin Tropical Stage\, SJZ Break Room Stage\, Tabard Theatre Swing Stage\, Hammer Theatre Stage\, Blues/Big Easy Stage\, Sobrato Organization Main Sage\, Montgomery Theater Stage\, SJMA Next Gen Stage \nTickets: Advance Price Ends July 31 \n3-Day Pass Adult VIP ~ $610.00 + $16.60 fee \n3-Day Pass Adult Priority Access ~ $310.00 + $9.80 fee \n3-Day Pass Adult All Stages ~ $190.00 + $7.10 fee \n3-Day Pass GA ~ $115.00 + $5.60 fee \n3-Day Pass Child (Ages 5-12) ~ $30.00 + $3.60 fee \nGeneral Admission \nFriday Adult VIP ~ $160.00 + $6.60 \nFriday Adult Priority Access ~ $90.00 + $5.00 fee \nFriday Adult All Stages ~ $50.00 + $4.10 fee \nFriday Adult GA ~ $35.00 + $3.80 fee \nFriday Child ( Ages 5-12) ~ $10.00 + 3.20 fee
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/san-jose-jazz-summer-fest
LOCATION:Plaza de César Chávez\, 1 Paseo de San Antonio\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:CHRIS ISAAK
DESCRIPTION:Over the course of his three-decade plus career\, Platinum-selling and GRAMMY-nominated singer & actor Chris Isaak has performed to sold-out crowds across the globe with his longtime band Silvertone. His music and film credits include thirteen critically acclaimed studio albums\, twelve chart-topping singles along with several motion pictures\, such as The Silence of the Lambs and That Thing You Do!. His work has also taken him behind the scenes\, creating music for multiple film soundtracks\, including Eyes Wide Shut\, True Romance\, Wild at Heart\, and Blue Velvet. Isaak has starred in his own critically acclaimed television series The Chris Isaak Show on SHOWTIME\, has previously served as a judge on The X Factor Australia\, and hosted the music talk show\, The Chris Isaak Hour on BIO. 2019 marked the 30th Anniversary of Isaak’s beloved Heart-Shaped World album\, which includes his breakthrough classic “Wicked Game”. Isaak was recently honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance by the Americana Honors. \nOpening Act: David Rosales \nParking: $30.00 advanced purchase | $35.00 day of \nValet: $40.00 advanced purchase | $45.00 day of (if not sold out)
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/chris-isaak
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Newport Beach\, 1107 Jamboree Road\, Newport Beach\, CA\, 92660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:HOT PANTS DE FRANCE
DESCRIPTION:Assembling some of the hottest talent from around the world\, touring/session guitarist (Maynard Ferguson\, NKOTB\, Kenny Loggins) and Emmy nominated film/tv composer Sam Kaufmann formed the Gypsy Jazz and Swing Group – Hot Pants de France. Sam has liberated himself from the Hot Jazz canon and presents his own uninhibited\, modern style with Hot Pants de France and highlights what is still to come. Well received by both listeners and the press\, the vision was to bring a fresh\, contemporary feel to hits from the ’70s\, ’80s and ’90s by arranging them in the style of jazz great Django Reinhardt. The intention was not to simply recapitulate the music\, but to interpret it with a uniqueness\, incorporating modern influences\, while remaining true to the innovative style created by Django and Stéphane Grappelli in Quintette du Hot Club de France\, one of the first all-string jazz bands. \nThe dichotomy between musical styles of the ’40s and the ’90s is bridged by our various vocalists including Lisa Rittner\, and Valeria Koka. Each elegantly bringing the music into the sound of “today”. Lisa honed her chops for a decade on the Queen Mary and the band Sound F/X. In addition to her voice\, Lisa gracefully adds her Saxophone prowess to Hot Pants’ samba-esque version of “Black Hole Sun”. While Valeria is best known for her vocal work with Ukranian Superstar Artem Pivovarov and her own Valeria Koka Sextet. \nHarkening back to the establishing sound of OG – Stéphane Grappelli\, Jane Young (2nd Place International Grand Prix of St. Petersburg\, Swiss Dream Circus\, NBC\, Nova/PBS) constructed excellent counterpoint to Sam’s guitar lines. The two play off each other like a conversation between old friends. \nFinally\, touring/session bassist Jack O’Roonie (Andre Williams\, Danny B Harvey\, Wanda Jackson and Labella Strings endorsee) outlines the harmony while controlling the dynamics and pace of the band with his fantastical yet proficient bass lines. \nYears of experience and effortless interaction are clear – noteworthy on the recordings as well as on stage. Standing on the works by Django Reinhardt\, it is this unique mix of pop\, jazz\, americana and inventive compositions that makes the unmistakable sound of the group. \nBAND MEMBERSSam Kaufmann – Reharmonizer and GuitarLisa Rittner – Vocals and SaxValeria Koka – VocalsJack O’Roonie – BassAndrea Reynolds and Jane Young – Violin
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/hot-pants-de-france
LOCATION:Arts Garage\, 94 NE 2nd Avenue\, Delray Beach\, FL\, 33444\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:SAN JOSÉ JAZZ SUMMER FEST
DESCRIPTION:Performers: Los Gatos~Saratogo Big Band\, Monterey Jazz Fesival Regional All~Star Vocal Ensemble\, The Serenaders\, Isaiah Collier & The Chosen Few\, Monterey Jazz Fesival Regional All~Star Band\, Mitch Woods & His Rocket 88’s\, Vanessa Collier\, Vibrasón\, Yvonne Flores\, Synchronicity\, Jazz Education Ensemble\, Chika Di\, The Blues Defenders Blues REview Featuring Mz. Dee & Willy Jordan\, Youth Jazz Jam\, Cimafunk\, Luca Stricagnoli\, Top Shelf\, Benny Benack III\, Marcus Miller\, Lalin St. Juste\, Halie Loren\, Vanguard Jazz Orchestra\, Soul Message Band\, Maxx Cabllo Jr.\, Óscar Ly & Rumbalú\, Blaque Dynamite\, Anthony Hamilton Featuring The Ton3s\, Grace Kelly\, Los Tacoyos\, Gabriel Gonzalez Y La Verdad\, Sunny War\, Ian Santillano \nVenues: Latin Tropical Stage\, SJZ Break Room Stage\, Tabard Theatre Swing Stage\, Hammer Theatre Stage\, Blues/Big Easy Stage\, Sobrato Organization Main Sage\, Montgomery Theater Stage\, SJMA Next Gen Stage \nTickets: Advance Price Ends July 31 \n3-Day Pass Adult VIP ~ $610.00 + $16.60 fee \n3-Day Pass Adult Priority Access ~ $310.00 + $9.80 fee \n3-Day Pass Adult All Stages ~ $190.00 + $7.10 fee \n3-Day Pass GA ~ $115.00 + $5.60 fee \n3-Day Pass Child (Ages 5-12) ~ $30.00 + $3.60 fee \nGeneral Admission \nSaturday Adult VIP ~ $225.00 + $8.00 \nSaturday Adult Priority Access ~ $110.00 + $5.40 fee \nSaturday Adult All Stages ~ $70.00 + $4.50 fee \nSaturday Adult GA ~ $40.00 + $3.90 fee \nSaturday Child ( Ages 5-12) ~ $10.00 + 3.20 fee
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/san-jose-jazz-summer-fest-2
LOCATION:Plaza de César Chávez\, 1 Paseo de San Antonio\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:SAN JOSÉ JAZZ SUMMER FEST
DESCRIPTION:Performers: Full Spectrum Jazz Band\, Mr. Clifford’s Young Jazz All Stars\, Marcu Shelby New Orchestra Featuring Tiffany Austin\, Marcel Smith\, SOJ Band\, Berkeley High School Combo\, Yakiv Tsvietinsky With The Siz Collective\, Mosaic America: Journey Through Multicultural Jazz Dance\, Mariachi Mexico\, Veronica Swift\, Chickenbone Slim & The Biscuits Featuring Laura Chavez\, Ronit Widmann~Levy & Angel Romero\, Connie Han Trio\, Savannah Martinez Band\, Footnotes Big Band\, Club Mambí\, Billy Iuso\, Patrice Rushen\, Siz U19S\, Ames Jazz Band\, Shayna Steele\, Vocal Gents Of Jazz With Kenny Washingtn\, Nicolas Bearde And Jamie Davis\, San Miguel\, Bee Taylor\, Gregory Porter\, Ensemble A Contratiempo Afrovenezuean Jazz\, Swing Solution\, Orquesta La Moderna Tradición With Orlando “Maraca” Valle\, Telmary & Friend\, Mae.Sun \nVenues: Latin Tropical Stage\, SJZ Break Room Stage\, Tabard Theatre Swing Stage\, Hammer Theatre Stage\, Blues/Big Easy Stage\, Sobrato Organization Main Sage\, Montgomery Theater Stage\, SJMA Next Gen Stage \nTickets: Advance Price Ends July 31 \n3-Day Pass Adult VIP ~ $610.00 + $16.60 fee \n3-Day Pass Adult Priority Access ~ $310.00 + $9.80 fee \n3-Day Pass Adult All Stages ~ $190.00 + $7.10 fee \n3-Day Pass GA ~ $115.00 + $5.60 fee \n3-Day Pass Child (Ages 5-12) ~ $30.00 + $3.60 fee \nGeneral Admission \nSunday Adult VIP ~ $225.00 + $8.00 \nSunday Adult Priority Access ~ $110.00 + $5.40 fee \nSunday Adult All Stages ~ $70.00 + $4.50 fee \nSunday Adult GA ~ $40.00 + $3.90 fee \nSunday Child ( Ages 5-12) ~ $10.00 + 3.20 fee
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/san-jose-jazz-summer-fest-3
LOCATION:Plaza de César Chávez\, 1 Paseo de San Antonio\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:GEORGE BENSON
DESCRIPTION:Ten-Time GRAMMY-award-winning artist\, George Benson\, has the rare distinction of being in the pop consciousness while remaining in the pantheon of jazz greats. With 36 studio albums and 8 live albums\, Benson has emerged as a household name best known for the 1976 three-time GRAMMY-winning album\, Breezin’\, boasting the pop-jazz vocal smash “This Masquerade\,” which topped the jazz\, pop\, and R&B charts. The album remains one of the best-selling jazz albums of all time and has since been certified 3x platinum. His 1980 soul-pop gem\, “Give Me The Night\,” produced by Quincy Jones and written by Rod Temperton (Michael Jackson)\, summited to the top of the soul single charts. In 2009\, Benson was awarded the NEA Jazz Masters Fellowship— the highest honor that our nation bestows on jazz artists. \nBenson is a consummate performer and an adventurous instrumentalist who remains an annual must-see artist. He regularly packs and\, o_en sells out\, such hallowed venues as The Hollywood Bowl\, Royal Albert Hall\, Hampton Court Palace\, and Sydney Opera House. Benson is also a marquee artist at many U.S. Jazz and international festivals\, including Montreux Jazz Fest. \nBenson’s recent accomplishments are varied and aplenty. He collaborated with subversive art-pop band\, Gorillaz\, featuring Blur’s Damon Albarn\, to co-write and perform on the track “Humility\,” which has amassed over 100 million YouTube views and counting. In 2021\, DJ Steve Aoki remixed Benson’s hit “Give Me The Night\,” with a rugged house beat introducing the irresistible R&B-pop gem to a whole new audience. His recent albums have earned features and rave reviews in the New York Times\, the Wall Street Journal\, American Songwriter\, Forbes\, and Newsweek. In 2020\, Benson was inducted into jazz bible DownBeat Magazine’s Hall Of Fame. The following year he was inducted by music legend Quincy Jones into New Jersey’s Hall Of Fame— an honor from which he received a personal congratulatory note from President Obama. \nParking: $30.00 advanced purchase | $35.00 day of \nValet: $40.00 advanced purchase | $45.00 day of (if not sold out)
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/george-benson
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Newport Beach\, 1107 Jamboree Road\, Newport Beach\, CA\, 92660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:HOWARD HEWETT & MICHAEL LINGTON
DESCRIPTION:Howard Hewett is one of the most gifted vocalists in the Post-Marvin Gaye era of pop R&B. \nHe started singing as a child\, fronting his older sisters in The Hewett Singers. The group toured the gospel circuit. As a teen\, Hewett sharpened his crooner skills in a funk band called Lyfe. In 1976\, Hewett moved to Los Angeles and formed a group put together by the owners of the historic Maverick’s Flat\, called Beverly Hills. \n​Hewett got his mainstream break as the male vocal lead in Shalamar\, a centerpiece of Dick Griffey’s SOLAR (Sound of Los Angeles Records) label. His tenor voice mixed beautifully with the bright vocals of Jody Watley\, the dancing skills of Jeffery Daniels and the writing and production of Leon Sylvers III. The group gave the world feel-good dance favorites The Second Time Around and A Night to Remember\, the baby-making classic For the Lover in You\, as well as a number of beautiful B-side ballads like You Can Count On Me and Somewhere There’s a Love. When Watley and Daniels left the group in 1983\, Hewett continued to lead Mickey Free and Delisa Davis in the reconstituted Shalamar. This version of the group was best known for soundtrack contributions on Footloose and Beverly Hills Cop with Dancing in the Sheets and the Grammy-winning Don’t Get Stopped in Beverly Hills\, respectively. \n​In the mid-eighties\, Howard sets out on his solo career\, releasing I Commit to Love in 1986 on Elektra and from the first single Hewett made magic\, giving his amorous voice and whimsical lyrics to Stay\, I’m For Real and the title track. Most beloved track on this freshman release would be his spiritually grounded Say Amen. This single soared on the Inspirational charts and has enjoyed the status of a modern gospel classic. \n​Subsequent projects have solidified Hewett’s place in the high ranks of R&B balladeers by writing and collaborating and lending his voice within an intimate group of crooners\, including George Duke\, Quincy Jones\, James Ingram\, Anita Baker\, Prince and Stanley Clarke. With Elektra\, he released Forever and Ever (1988- Once\, Twice\, Three Times)\, Howard Hewett (1990- Show Me) and Allegiance (1992- Can We Try Again). \n​Later work shows increasing authenticity as Hewett rips song lyrics straight from his soul. It’s Time (1994- This Love is Forever)\, written and produced almost exclusively with long time friend and collaborator Monte Seward\, displays all the vulnerability involved in falling and staying in love. In 2001\, Hewett released the all inspirational album The Journey\, where he shows us that his faith can’t be separated from his heart and soul. \n​Hewett continues to seduce audiences and eardrums as he is constantly touring and intermittently releasing new music. \n​“Of all the fine vocalists working today\, Howard Hewett is one of the finest.” – Babyface \nMichael Lington is an award winning saxophonist\, songwriter\, producer\, recording artist and a purveyor of soul and contemporary jazz. \nPowering full steam ahead into the next phase of his dynamic 25 year solo career\, saxophonist Michael Lington captures all the freewheeling magic\, energy and optimism we’re feeling post-pandemic with his latest perfectly titled Billboard single “Play” – a funked out\, fun-spirited\, perfect for summertime jam that marks his first time co-writing and co-producing with longtime friend and fellow horn master and hit maker Darren Rahn. The groove-intensive track also features Paul Jackson Jr.’s blistering guitar fire and the non-stop grooves of bassist Mel Brown and drummer Tarell Martin. While creating a forward minded way to keep joy and hope flowing in turbulent times\, “Play” – from Lington’s upcoming EP and first set of original tunes since 2018’s Silver Lining – also reflects the multi-talented artist’s ever-bustling role as a first time dad to his son Landon and the passion he’s bringing to his latest endeavor\, hosting his own Friday radio show on Smooth Jazz 247. \nHe has released 12 solo albums and has 27 singles that have charted on the Billboard and Radio & Records (R&R) contemporary jazz radio charts. \nOver the course of his career\, Lington has collaborated with Michael Bolton\, Barry Manilow\, Randy Crawford\, Bobby Caldwell\, Kenny Lattimore\, Booker T. Jones\, Ray Parker\, Jr.\, Taylor Dayne\, Brian Culbertson\, William Bell\, Dave Stewart\, Vince Gill and many others. \nHe has toured regularly his entire career\, averaging 60-80 shows per year. In recent years\, Lington joined Michael Bolton on tour as his opening act & special guest. Lington and Bolton performed over 350 shows together in more than 40 countries. \nBarry Manilow invited Lington to join his “One Last Time” arena tour. Michael opened the show and joined Manilow on the song “Brooklyn Blues” during the headliner’s main set. \nIn Nov. 2016\, Lington performed for the Memphis Music Hall Of Fame ceremony\, honoring 2016 inductee Charles Lloyd. Stax Records soul singer William Bell and Snoop Dogg also performed at the induction ceremony. \nIn September 2019 it was announced that Michael would join the Dave Koz and Friends; Gifts Of The Season Christmas tour alongside Koz\, Jonathan Butler\, Melissa Manchester and Chris Walker. The 22-date concert tour traveled across the U.S. between November 29 and December 23\, 2019. \nIn 2020 during the pandemic\, Michael become one of the leading music artists producing hi-quality virtual shows\, which earned him a most innovative artist award by Stageit! \nLington is signed to the The Reliant Talent agency for worldwide representation and has a publishing administration deal with Kobalt Music Publishing. He is an ASCAP songwriter/publisher and a 25-year voting member of the Recording Academy. \nParking: $30.00 advanced purchase | $35.00 day of \nValet: $40.00 advanced purchase | $45.00 day of (if not sold out)
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/howard-hewett-michael-lington
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Newport Beach\, 1107 Jamboree Road\, Newport Beach\, CA\, 92660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:THE LEGENDARY COUNT BASIE ORCHESTRA
DESCRIPTION:Music In The Meadow \nThe Count Basie Orchestra\, today directed by Scotty Barnhart\, has won every respected jazz poll in the world at least once\, won 18 Grammy Awards. In the history of Jazz music\, there is only one bandleader that has the distinction of having his orchestra still performing sold out concerts all over the world\, with members personally chosen by him\, for over 30 years after his passing. Pianist and bandleader William James “Count” Basie was and still is an American institution that personifies the grandeur and excellence of Jazz. The Count Basie Orchestra\, today directed by Scotty Barnhart\, has won every respected jazz poll in the world at least once\, won 18 Grammy Awards\, performed for Kings\, Queens\, and other world Royalty\, appeared in several movies\, television shows\, at every major jazz festival and major concert hall in the world. \nGuest Vocalist: Carmen Bradford
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/the-legendary-count-basie-orchestra
LOCATION:Stowe Performing Arts\, 854 Trapp Hill Road\, Stowe\, VT\, 05672\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:AKUA ALLRICH
DESCRIPTION:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival 2023 \nJazz vocalist and DC-native Akua Allrich has proven herself to be a musician of extraordinary talent and crowd-moving passion. With finesse and charisma\, this vocalist\, composer and teacher\, has successfully etched out a place for her unique musical expression\, electrifying audiences in and around the nation’s capital with sold-out performances. \nWith the launch of her independently produced albums\, A Peace of Mine in 2010\, Uniquely Standard\, Akua Allrich Live! in 2012\, and her latest release Soul Singer\, the young artist’s music and concerts created a significant buzz with critics and music-lovers alike. Said Franz Matzner of All About Jazz\, “Akua Allrich’s music flows with a free\, natural energy as engaging as her equally ingenuous personality.” Her appeal soon reached across US borders and attained international attention. In early 2011\, Allrich signed a distribution deal with Japanese record label AGATE/Inpartmaint Inc. Her debut CD\, A Peace of Mine\, was released in Japan during their “Golden Week” of May 2011. Music lovers and tastemakers from around the world expressed their appreciation and excitement for this new music. \nAllrich’s style is fluid and ever evolving. Her musical roots run deeply into blues\, soul and rhythm and blues\, with a clear grounding in jazz and pan-African music. She sings in many languages including Portuguese\, French\, Spanish\, English\, Xhosa\, and Twi. Given her ability to capture the essence of a broad range of musical genres\, Allrich is often likened to legendary artists such as Oscar Brown\, Jr.\, Miriam Makeba and Nina Simone. She has developed popular tribute programs involving the latter two women and other great African American women of jazz. \nAkua Allrich was educated at Howard University\, where she obtained her BM in jazz vocals and a master’s degree in social work. She was taught\, coached and mentored by talented musicians such as world-renowned singer Kehembe V. Eichelberger\, singer/drummer Grady Tate\, and pianist Charles Covington. \nJoining her is The Tribe: Kris Funn ~ bass\, Samuel Prather ~ keys\, Tyler Leak ~ drums
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/akua-allrich
LOCATION:Marcus Garvey Park\, 6316\, Mt Morris Park W\,\, New York City\, NY\, 10027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival
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SUMMARY:CHARLIE PARKER JAZZ FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:Featuring: The Cookers | Ndudzo Makhathini Trio | Endea Owens & The Cookout | Akua Allrich & The Tribe | DJ Sets by Uptown Vinyl Supreme \nAs part of the Charlie Parker Jazz Festival\, the Cookers headline a group of innovative artists that embody a sense of community. Most of this super septet—comprising Billy Harper\, Cecil McBee\, George Cables\, Eddie Henderson\, Billy Hart\, David Weiss\, and Donald Harrison—are veterans of the heady mid-’60s when hard bops gave way to the next wave of jazz\, and have been pushing the limits of the sound ever since. Endea Owens and the Cookout is led by the titular house bassist for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Hailing from Detroit\, Juilliard graduate Owens has found a home in Harlem\, where she hosted community cookouts during the COVID-19 pandemic\, playing music with her band of fellow virtuosos and handing out hundreds of free meals. Nduduzo Makhathini has become a rising star of South African jazz in both art and academia; the award-winning pianist\, improviser\, healer\, and scholar brings his latest trio to perform selections from The Spirit Of Ntu\, his 2022 album for Blue Note Africa. Rounding out the bill is Akua Allrich and The Tribe\, led by the jazz and pan-African vocalist with deep musical roots in the blues\, soul\, and R&B. Allrich and her group the Tribe have drawn accolades for their annual events honoring the defining female voices of Black music\, but are also known to craft soul-stirring originals. \nPlus\, see “We’re Outside”\, an exhibition of 10 local artists\, curated by Fable Jones Studio\, August\, 26th\, 3-7pm on the west lawn of Marcus Garvey Park (123rd & Mt Morris Park West side) hosted by Heath Gallery and MMPCIA.
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/charlie-parker-jazz-festival
LOCATION:Marcus Garvey Park\, 6316\, Mt Morris Park W\,\, New York City\, NY\, 10027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:GEORGE V. JOHNSON JR.
DESCRIPTION:Tribute To Charlie Parker | AH~LEU~CHA \nNative Washingtonian\, jazz vocalist-songwriter\, and recording artist George V. Johnson Jr. will perform (alongside his bandmates) excerpts from the “jazzical” Jazz Iz Really Classical Music\, a.k.a. Ah-Leu-Cha\, a spirited tribute to Charlie Parker featuring Johnson’s original lyrics. \nDeemed “Next in Line” by Eddie Jefferson\, the father of the art of jazz vocalese\, Johnson continues the legacy of writing lyrics to improvised solos and telling stories we love and appreciate. The performance will be an unforgettable evening celebrating the music of Charlie Parker. \nImagine listening to a seasoned jazz musician rip into a bebop solo so sizzling and smooth it makes your senses tingle. Close your eyes and play along. Try and picture the sweat bouncing off the performer like the notes that leap through the air. See if you can hear the mesmerizing melodies go up and down\, bringing you through joy and sadness\, taking your emotions on a sensory experience unlike any other. Now picture that musician and his beloved instrument: his voice. \nBand members Donvonte McCoy (trumpet)\, Elijah Easton (tenor saxophone)\, Allyn Johnson (piano)\, Herman Burney (bass)\, and Dana-j Hawkins (drums) are seasoned visionaries who’ve performed across the globe. Join us for a memorable performance.
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/george-v-johnson-jr
LOCATION:Kennedy Center | Millenium Stage\, 2700 F Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\,  20566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival
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