JOE GRANSDEN BIG BAND
Swinging Atlanta-based singer, trumpet player, and band leader Joe Gransden brings his joyful and dynamic big band to Dizzy’s Club. The award-winning 17-piece outfit delights audiences of all ages with vibrant arrangements of beloved standard tunes alongside Gransden’s effervescent style and slick sense of humor. Expect an uplifting set of classic favorites for every listener.
The Band
Joe Gransden: leader, trumpet, vocals | Lee King: lead trumpet | Kevin Lyons: trumpet | Gordon Vernick: trumpet | Paul Poovey: trumpet | Wes Funderburk: lead trombone | Tom Gibson: trombone | Malik Henry: trombone | Lee Watts: bass trombone | Chris Otts: lead alto saxophone | Akeem Marable: alto saxophone | John Sandfort: tenor saxophone | Mike Walton: tenor saxophone | Vinnie D’Agostino: baritone saxophone | Geoff Haydon: piano | Neal Starkey: bass | Marlon Patton: drums
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ROSINA BULLEN
Rosina Bullen – Voice | Evan Main – Piano | Nick Pennington – Guitar | Mathias Jensen – Bass | Angus Mason – Drums
UK born, Brooklyn based artist Rosina Bullen brings her ‘Indie Song Stories’ to London with the UK Release Show of EP ’Trip To Tikal’. The singer-songwriter who has forged her own path of Indie Folk/Rock, combining her unmistakable vocal style, deep poetic lyrics and trademark genre-melding sound. Collaborating with the acclaimed producer Hector Castillo, a multi-Grammy award winner, her latest EP, ‘Trip To Tikal,’ showcases her evolving artistry. This June Rosina is bringing her New York-based band to Crazy Coqs, London as a part of their UK release tour presented by Spice Jazz.
Having trained in Jazz in both London and New York her rich Jazz education has influenced her song writing in the way that she approaches harmony, melody and rhythm. Rosina released her debut EP ‘Painting A Picture’ to rave reviews in December 2022. The music sits at a rich intersection between folk, jazz and indie rock exploring topics of grief, love and empowerment with themes of story-telling, finding oneself, having your heart broken and learning to heal.
“The gorgeous warmth of Rosina’s vocals fly and fluber across the track playfully reminiscent of Joni Mitchell.” — RGM Press
“It is an impassioned and slightly nostalgic ending to the EP, bringing us into the musical world of Rosina Bullen, an exciEng place to be.” — Jazz In Europe, Women In Jazz Media
Note: Spice Jazz Soho: Presents at Crazy Coqs at Brasserie Zédel, 21 Sherwood Street, London, UK
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BETTY SHIRLEY & THE WILL THOMPSON TRIO
Betty Shirley – vocals | Will Thompson – piano | Mark Kravanick – bass | Simon Lott – drums
Longtime New Orleans jazz vocalist, visual artist and educator Betty Shirley has come full circle in her life and is now reaping the benefits of her hard-earned endeavors. The Times-Picayune declares Shirley’s a voice that should be heard round the world.
Tonight, Ms. Shirley presents one of her acclaimed concerts in Tribute to Bessie Smith and Nina Simone, alongside some beloved jazz, blues and juke joint favorites. Arranger of the material for tonight’s show is her musical director, pianist Will Thompson.
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm
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LEZLIE HARRISON QUINTET
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NICOLE HENRY & LEESA RICHARDS
Nicole Henry’s versatile and emotionally driven performances have wowed audiences in 20 countries, earning her numerous accolades including a Soul Train Award for “Best Traditional Jazz Performance” and “Best New Jazz Artist” by HMV Japan. Her latest album “Time to Love Again” reached #4 on the U.S. jazz radio chart, and she completed a 35-city U.S. national tour.
Leesa Richards, a Detroit native now based in Miami, began her career as a professional dancer and gained critical acclaim for her role as Mary Magdalene in the national tour of Jesus Christ Superstar. She has performed with artists like Faith Hill, Whitney Houston, and Gloria Estefan, and recorded with Barbra Streisand and Lenny Kravitz.
Limited number of free tickets for students.
After concert jam session, musicians bring your instrument
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