VANESSA RUBIN & HER TRIO
Revered as both a torchbearer and a storyteller, jazz vocalist Vanessa Rubin possesses a voice hailed for crystalline clarity, hearth-like warmth, and playful lioness sass. The Cleveland native brings a wealth of diverse influences to her vocal performance from both the Trinidadian/Caribbean roots of her mother and traditional jazz by way of her Louisiana-born father. Additional homespun influences include the melodic bell tone clarity of a young Capital Records recording artist, Nancy Wilson, the fire of Lambert, Hendricks & Ross, the sweet sounds of trumpeter Blue Mitchell as well as her love of the Motown Sound…especially girl groups like The Supremes.
Vanessa’s journey to becoming a jazz singer could be said to have begun at an early age. She was characterized by her mother as always being “a very vocal child,” and knew Vanessa would “do something with that big ol’ mouth of hers.” Coming from parents who valued academia, discipline, and hard work, that “something” was meant to be law school. Attaining a BA from The Ohio State School of Journalism in 1979 was not a disappointment. However, her decision to pursue a career jazz singing did come as a surprise.
The Band: Allyn Johnson ~ piano, Michael Bowie ~ bass, Lennie Robinson ~ drums
Tickets: Thursday ~ $35.00 +$7.00 fees | Friday ~ $50.00 +$7.00 fees
$15.00 minimum food & beverage per person
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The Jazz Voyager
From Nashville to Bern the Jazz Voyager is crossing the pond once more to sit in the audience at Marians Jazzroom. The venue’s 126 seats offers a guarantee of a musical experience in authentic ambience within the harmonious interior reminiscent of a New York jazz club.
But before I take in some jazz, I’m arriving early in the day and this jazz voyager will be checking out the Bear Park, Museum of Communications, the Clock Tower, and the Einstein Museum.Catching Grammy winner Bill Charlap on the third evening of his five-day engagement will be a treat, especially witnessing for the first time the talents of saxophonist Nicole Glover. She’s a member of Ursa Major led by bassist Christian McBride and leads her own quartet. This isn’t the first time these two have paired up for this
The jazzroom is located at Engestrasse 54, 3012 Bern, Switzerland. For more information contact the venue at https://www.mariansjazzroom.ch.
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ENDEA OWENS
Upright bassist Endea Owens headlines the Apollo Music Café with her red-hot smoking band, The Cookout. For all you jazz lovers looking for a feast, this night at the café is a banquet.
Known as one of Jazz’s most vibrant emerging artists, Endea Owens is a Detroit-raised Recording Artist, Bassist, and Composer. She has been mentored by Jazz Icons the likes of Marcus Belgrave, Rodney Whitaker, and Ron Carter. She has toured and performed with Wynton Marsalis, Jennifer Holliday, Diana Ross, Rhonda Ross, Solange, Jon Batiste, Jazzmeia Horn, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and Steve Turre to name a few.
Tickets: $39.85 | $10.00 Food & Drink Minimum
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KURT ELLING
Kurt Elling Celebrates the Music of Weather Report! Performing all your favorites, including “A Remark You Made,” “Black Market,” “Palladium,” “Current Affairs,” “3 Views of a Secret,” “Continuum,” and more!
Grammy Award-winner Kurt Elling is without question today’s preeminent male jazz vocalist, renowned worldwide for his unparalleled virtuosity and flair for trailblazing artistic exploration. From his stunning reinvention of timeless standards to his own captivating original songcraft, the Chicago-based musician has fused his dazzling talents across a panoply of musical approaches, emblazoning each with signature imagination, insight, and emotional intelligence. The New York Times rightly called Kurt Elling “the standout male jazz vocalist of our time.”
The Band
Kurt Elling: vocals
Yaron Gershovsky: piano/keyboards
Essiet Okon Essiet: bass
Marcus Finnie: drums
Mike Moreno: guitar
Shows: 6:00pm & 9:00pm | $45 – $55 | $4.16 – $4.86 Fees
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GARY MOTLEY
Late Night Jazz Lab: Muse & The Flame Sessions with Gary Motley Quartet live at Eddie’s Attic!
Join us for an electrifying evening of jazz innovation as acclaimed pianist Gary Motley and his dynamic ensemble featuring Terreon Gulley, drums, Rod Harris, guitar, and Andy Eulau, bass, transform Eddie’s Attic into an intimate jazz laboratory. This unique 90-minute experience combines masterful performance with hands-on learning in Atlanta’s premier listening room.
The Evening Unfolds
9:00 PM – Experience the artistry of Gary Motley Quartet as they showcase selections from his latest project “Muse and The Flame,” featuring original compositions that blend traditional jazz vocabulary with contemporary innovation.
Interactive Jazz Lab
The evening features a special workshop segment where a selected student quartet will perform, receiving real-time guidance and insights from the pros. This rare opportunity offers musicians and audiences alike a glimpse into the collaborative spirit of jazz mastery.
His latest album, “Muse and the Flame,” features bassist Edwin Livingston and drummer Clarence Penn, adding to a catalog that showcases his distinct voice at the piano. When he’s not performing at major jazz festivals across the U.S. and internationally, you’ll find him at Emory University, where he founded the Jazz Studies program. There, he launched a technology-based Jazz Studio, reimagining how jazz education meets the digital age.
Tickets: $20.00 ~ $25.00
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