Daily Dose Of Jazz…
Barbara Paris was born on October 2, 1954 in Denver, Colorado and from an early age listened to Nat King Cole, Dinah Washington, Mel Torme and Frank Sinatra. Constantly listening to the radio she memorized every song she heard. She sang with her church choir, played violin, took piano lessons and began playing the guitar at 15. She started out singing folk music but gravitated to jazz.
After high school graduation at 16, she moved to Boulder, Colorado and began a successful hairdresser career. However, it was on vacation in St. Thomas that she met Louis Armstrong veteran Eddie Shu and subsequent encouragement led her to the stage.
Barbara made her debut as a jazz singer while in Paris, France. There an acquaintance told her about Denver resident pianist Joe Bonner and upon her return tracked him down and a 23 year musical partnership commenced. She has worked with Freddie Hubbard, Junior Mance, Joe Pass, and recorded with Nancy Wilson’s rhythm section, pianist Llew Matthews, bassist John B. Williams and drummer Roy McCurdy, among numerous others.
Vocalist Barbara Paris continues to pursue performing, composing, recording, and clinics.
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ALLAN HARRIS ~ A NAT KING COLE CHRISTMAS
The Brooklyn-born, Harlem-based vocalist, guitarist, bandleader, and composer Allan Harris has reigned supreme as the most accomplished and exceptional singer of his generation. Sharing the stage for this holiday celebration are pianist Arcoiris Sandoval, bassist Marty Kenney and drummer Norman Edwards.
Showtimes: 7:00pm & 9:00pm
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ALLAN HARRIS
Ever since he burst on the jazz scene in the latter part of the twentieth century, The Brooklyn-born, Harlem-based vocalist, guitarist, bandleader, and composer Allan Harris has reigned supreme as the most accomplished and exceptional singer of his generation. Sharing the stage is pianist Arcoiris Sandoval, bassist Brandi Disterheft and drummer Norman Edwards.
Sets:
Walk-in music charge is $25 | Reserve tickets are $35 Sunday through Thursdays and $40 on Friday and Saturday.
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ALLAN HARRIS & KATE’S SOULFOOD
Ever since he burst on the jazz scene in the latter part of the twentieth century, The Brooklyn-born, Harlem-based vocalist, guitarist, bandleader, and composer Allan Harris has reigned supreme as the most accomplished and exceptional singer of his generation. Special guest, Grammy Award winner, Swiss born harmonica player and composer, Gregoire Maret adds a unique and compelling new voice across a wide spectrum of the modern jazz world. Sharing the stage is pianist Arcoiris Sandoval, bassist Marty Kenney and drummer Norman Edwards.
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JESSY DIAZ with FRANKIE & LOS ATL SALSA ALL STARS
CLUB BABALÚ: CELIA CRUZ TRIBUTE
Club Babalú celebrates the “Queen of Salsa”, Celia Cruz, in an outdoor concert under the stars. Powerhouse vocalist from Maimi, Jessy Diaz will be joined by Frankie Quinones and the ATL Sala All-Stars as they highlight the Grammy Award-winning songbook of the Cuban American legend, one of the most popular Latin artists of all-time. This night will be “¡Azúcar!” to your ears!
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