The Jazz Voyager
We’re off to the South China Seas to visit one of Singapore’s well kept secret. On this trip to Asia the Jazz Voyager is going to uncover the secret of the Singjazz Club located at 101 Jln Sultan 199002. Though nestled right in the heart of Kampong Glam, part of the secret is that you may have to follow the music to find the entrance. However, it resides in the Heritage Hotel and was formerly known as the Sultan Club.
The decor is ruby, the tables are small rounds, the atmosphere cozy and the music is a blend of crooners, pop jazz and a cross-pollination of genres. Interesting combination to be investigated. I am told to stay away from whiskey sours and Manhattans as they can be pricey. Food is downstairs so eat up before you come up. Open Thursday through Sunday from 9:00pm to 1:00am with Sunday being open for a jam session. For more information the number is +65 8481 3034.
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The Jazz Voyager
Off to the City of Lights where the Jazz Voyager is hitting his latest European destination jazz joint 38 RIV located in the heart of the Marais at 38 Rue de Rivoli, 75004 Paris, France. This cavernous vaulted ceiling jazz joint & bar is yet a cozy, brick-walled space showcasing local and touring artists.
The Eric Willoth Trio will be performing the 9:30pm concert and then lead the late night jam session. Listen up though, the jam doesn’t start until 11:30pm and goes to 4:00 in the morning. Word to the wise, the concert and jam may sell out so reservations are a must. Call +33 1 48 87 56 30.
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The Jazz Voyager
Once again the Jazz Voyager is enroute across the Atlantic to Sweden for a little bit of jazz at Fasching. The jazz club and concert venue is located in the central part of the city at Kungsgatan 63, 111 22 Stockholm, Sweden.
Opening in 1977 and taking its name from the party that precedes Lent and Easter, it has grown to become Scandinavia’s largest organizer of jazz. With concerts numbering around 250 annually, they present both emerging and international musicians amidst full bar and restaurant.
This coming Saturday outing brings the Mike Stern/Dave Weckl Band to the stage for the nightly performance and this voyager is set for dinner and a show. Until then I will be scouring Stockholm for other jazz haunts, record shops and unknown attractions.
For information on tickets and online purchase, age requirements and other information the number to call is +46 8 20 00 66.
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The Jazz Voyager
While in Scandinavia the Jazz Voyager is jumping over to Finland to catch some jazz at the Koko Jazz Club in Helsinki. Situated not far from the center of the city at Hämeentie 3 00530, the venue is at the corner of Hämeentie and Näkinkuja.
The music is staged in what looks like the workshop of the theater, it boasts a good acoustics and great sound system. This week the Jazz Voyager is going to partake in the music of the Jenny Robson Brasil Jazz Quartet presenting a combination of Bossa Nova and samba jazz with original compositions and classic Brazilian songs.As always one can get tickets and/or more information by calling 050-3219919.
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The Jazz Voyager
The Jazz Voyager is on a jet plane soaring the friendly skies to celebrate this 4th of July in London, England by checking out a jazz club called The Bull’s Head. Located on the Thames in the Barnes section of the city at 373 Lonsdale Road, Barnes, London SW13 9PY, the pub has an eclectic array of spaces including a jazz venue.
The club’s carbon footprint is minimal as they offer tradition and seasonal British dishes all sourced locally including vegan and gluten free choices along with a full bar menu. This week this Jazz Voyager looks to be delighted by the vocal talents of Zeateah Massiah at 8:30 pm this Friday.
A cover of £13 adv / £15 door ($18) is charged and reservations are recommended and can be made at +44 20 8876 5241.
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