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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
Michelle
Amato is one of those rare vocalists whose has the ability to convey the deep
passion of a lyric, as well as being able to soar effortlessly through the
stratosphere. She has performed and recorded with an incredibly diverse array
of artists including Liza Minelli, Al Green, Sandi Patty, Jon Secada, Donna
Summer, Michael McDonald, Jon Hendricks, Celia Cruz, Rita Marley, Cirque de
Soleil, and world-renowned composer Yanni.
Duffy Jackson, drummer extraordinaire and son of
legendary jazz bassist Chubby Jackson, is back by popular demand. Duffy Jackson
has a distinctly swinging style and a rapier wit. Among some of the legendary
artists Duffy has laid some percussion for, Duke Ellington, Lionel Hampton,
Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald and Benny Carter top the list.
Duffy Jackson, drummer extraordinaire and son of
legendary jazz bassist Chubby Jackson, is back by popular demand. Duffy Jackson
has a distinctly swinging style and a rapier wit. Among some of the legendary
artists Duffy has laid some percussion for, Duke Ellington, Lionel Hampton,
Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald and Benny Carter top the list.
The
Arts Garage dance floor comes to life with the high-energy, finger-poppin’,
high-steppin’ Duffy Jackson Band. Bring your dancing shoes and swing the night
away or just sit back and enjoy the show. Duffy Jackson, drummer extraordinaire
and son of legendary jazz bassist Chubby Jackson, is back by popular demand.
Duffy Jackson has a distinctly swinging style and a rapier wit. Among some of
the legendary artists Duffy has laid some percussion for, Duke Ellington, Lionel
Hampton, Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald and Benny Carter top the
list.
Winner of the 2012 Noel Coward
Foundation Cabaret Award, recording artist Harnar is known for his critically
acclaimed engagements at The Algonquin Hotel's Oak Room, Feinstein's at The
Regency, The Metropolitan Room and most recently at Birdland and Iridium. “The
most important male cabaret performer since Michael Feinstein"—The New York
Times
Troy Roberts | Jazz Project | Sat Oct 26, 2013 | 8pm ($25-35)
“Saxophonist Troy Roberts knows how to lay down the funk.”-Half Notes
Troy Roberts and Nu-Jive makes there
triumphant return to the Arts Garage with new music from their new release Nu
Jive 5. Hailing from Perth, West Australia, Troy Roberts has won numerous
awards including four Downbeat Jazz Soloist Awards, two West Australian Music
Industry Awards, finalist in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone
Competition, and a Grammy Nomination Medal. Now based in NYC, Troy is one of the
hottest new artists on the jazz scene today.
W-F,
7:30pm | Sat & Sun, 2pm | ($30-45)
A brand-new
theatrical song cycle about six mixed-up strangers in a room, on an inner quest
to feel “something like okay.” Featuring the delightful music and lyrics of
acclaimed NYC-based writer Daniel Maté, winner of the 2013 Kleban Prize for Most
Promising Musical Theatre Lyrics
Tomcat Blake | Garage Blues | Sat Nov 2, 8pm ($25-35)
Rock 'n'
roll for your bluesy soul. Known for his particular guitar phrasing and
percussive rhythm style, Blake learned the blues by direct transmission from one
of the great pre-war bluesmen, Henry Townsend. Today, Tomcat prefers to write
and record his own music in which he doesn’t hesitate to mix his countless
influences : Blues, Country, Rockabilly, Soul, etc.
Vitalli Imereli | Jazz Project | Sat Nov 9, 8pm ($25-35)
Vitali
Imereli's playing is a true joy to experience. He is a virtuoso in both
classical and jazz genres and has performed at concert halls and festivals
throughout Europe such as the Pori Jazz Festival in Finland and the North Sea
Jazz Festival in The Netherlands. Vitali has performed with and gained the
admiration of jazz greats such as Bucky Pizzarelli, Benny Golson, Larry Coryell,
Olli Soikkeli, Howard Alden, James Carter and he is quickly been recognized by
many as the world’s best gypsy jazz violinist. A former Soviet Union
expatriate, now living in Finland, Vitali’s talent was recognized at the young
age of 5. His early influences include the great Stephane Grappelli and the
classical masters. His playing is renowned for it’s energetic and lyrical
style, beautiful phrasing, blistering technique, and his impeccable delivery.
“Europe’s #1 Jazz Violinist” begins his American tour here at the Arts Garage.
Come join us for this special engagement of this violin phenomenon that has
taken Europe by storm.
Joe Locke | Jazz Project | Tue Nov 12, 8pm ($25-35)
"Not only
has he mastered an instrument that has catapulted only a handful of players to
the forefront of modern jazz - but he has done so in a way that transcends mere
technique and establishes him as a unique and adventurous musical voice." San
Francisco Bay Guardian
Award
winning virtuoso vibraphonist Joe Locke is widely considered to be one of the
major voices of his instrument. Voted the #1 vibist in DownBeat Magazine's
Critic's Poll and three time winner of the prestigious "Mallet Player of the
Year" award from the Jazz Journalists Association, Joe has recorded and
performed with a diverse range of notable musicians including Grover Washington
Jr, Kenny Barron, Eddie Henderson, Cecil Taylor, Dianne Reeves, Ron Carter, and
The Beastie Boys. Joe’s creativity and energetic style never fail to captivate
his audiences. "In the select group of contemporary vibes players, Locke has
claims to head the list."
Joe Locke's
masterclass will begin with an introduction and a look at his personal
background and experiences as a musician. The main body of the masterclass will
be divided into two main sections: the first half of the workshop will explore
improvisation techniques and approaches; the second half will be geared toward
vibraphone and mallet instrument performance techniques. This is a chance to
gain some valuable insight directly from one of the top jazz musicians of our
day. Afterwards there will be a question and answer period followed by an
opportunity for autographs and photos. Approximately 90 minutes
Larry Coryell | Jazz Project | Sat Nov 16, 8pm ($25-45)
“the
Godfather of Fusion” Down Beat Magazine.
“a
true pioneer of rock-jazz fusion” New York Times
Larry
Coryell is one of the world’s acknowledged guitar masters. Hailed by his legion
of fans as one of “the guitar gods” in the late 1970s, With more than 70 albums
to his credit, Larry has toured and recorded with elite musicians like Jack
Bruce, Jimmy Webb, the 5th Dimension, Charles Mingus, Billy Cobham, Chick Corea,
John McLaughlin, Randy and Michael Brecker to name a few. Larry is a “true
renaissance musician who excels at all styles of playing”. His early influences
were Chet Atkins, Chuck Berry, and Wes Montgomery but soon after arriving in New
York City in 1965, Larry emerged as a profound music prophet who merged rock,
jazz, eastern modes and scales, and free-form, improv-flashing classical riffs.
He quickly became one of the most in demand guitarists in rock, jazz, and all
musical genres. Larry has also published several highly regarded guitar books
and videos and he continues to perform worldwide. Don’t miss this opportunity
to hear one of the true masters of guitar.
7pm FREE
Swing Dance Class with Izzy Shniadoski, the director of Swing Affair
If you're a
beginner or just need a refresher - Come early - it's FREE
8pm SWING
ALL STARS featuring LeNard Rutledge
The Arts
Garage dance floor comes to life this Sunday with the high-energy,
finger-poppin’, high-steppin’ Swing All Stars. Bring your dancing shoes and
swing the night away or just sit back and enjoy the show. This performance at
the Arts Garage will feature the smooth soulful voice of LeNard Rutledge,
guitarist and vocalist Jeff Taylor, piano virtuoso Brian Murphy, swinging
bassist Paul Shewchuk, and Kevin Campfield driving the band on drums and
vocals.
Doug Bell & Bellevue Cadillac | Garage Blues |Fri Nov 22, 8pm ($25-45)
Singer-songwriter Bell plays guitar,
ukulele and piano and is the front man and bandleader of the all-American, all
original Bellevue Cadillac, whose sound is a unique blend that Rolling Stone
coined "Jazz, gospel, blues and soul, swing on top of rock &
roll."
Bellevue's
music has appeared in major motion pictures like Me, Myself and Irene, Shallow
Hal, and Delta Rising along with TV shows The Sopranos, Ed, and Sex and the
City. To date, Bellevue Cadillac has collaborated with Duke Ellington, Sammy
Davis Jr., Ray Charles, James Brown, and Tito Puente. The group has appeared in
cover stories in Rolling Stone, Jazziz, Blues Review, and People magazines.
".. Boston's
Bellevue Cadillac is one of the best two bands coming out of this new musical
genre"-Rolling Stone
CNN Hails
Bellevue Cadillac as "... the band to watch ... one day you may see these guys
in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame"- CNN
"If you
could have anyone in the world play at your wedding who would it be? Tony
Bennett, Billy Joel, Elton John, well JFK Jr. chose this band.... Bellevue
Cadillac and now we see why...."- People Magazine
“Bellevue
Cadillac proves that you don't need record company support to create national
attention and recognition. They've toured nationally and internationally, had
their music in television shows, and major motion pictures.... the baby boomer
band that could and still can!”- Billboard
"Equally
gifted as a player and a singer, and doing both with no-holds-power, Stritch is
not afraid to dazzle!" -- London Times
The Arts
Garage Cabaret Series continues with Grammy-Winning composer, famed musical
director, and incomparable performer, Billy Stritch. He is truly a vocalist and
jazz pianist of extraordinary range and sophistication. Billy breathes new life
into the Great American Songbook, all the while bringing an easy sense of humor
and showmanship to his performances.
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