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Jazz Jam Sessions Chicago Pg 10

Chicago Music Revealed Pg 11

Recommended Listening Pg 12

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Collectively led by drummer and vocalist Guillermo E Brown, bassist Keith Witty and saxophonist Christophe Panzani, THIEFS is a grammatically incoherent jazz bastardization. Fully acoustic to fully electronic, THIEFS weaves elements of modern composition and improvisation into a boundary-less foundation of beats. Between them, Brown, Witty and Panzani have supported artists as varied as Amel Larrieux, Anthony Braxton, Carla Bley, David S. Ware, EL-P, Hocus Pocus, Jamie Lidell, Saul Williams, Somi and VIjay Iyer. As THIEFS, their experiences and influences make a hot mess in the melting pan. THIEFS has recently been named an FAJE (French American Jazz Exchange) grantee for 2012-2013, a joint program of FACE (French American Cultural Exchange) and Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation, with generous funding from The Cultural Services of the French Embassy, Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, Socit des Auteurs et Compositeurs de Musique (SACEM), Florence Gould Foundation, and InstitutFranais.

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rNEWS OF THE WEEKChicagoan trumpeter/composer Dave Douglas is set to release Time Travel, the follow up to last years Be Still on April 9 on Douglas Greenleaf Music label. The recording features saxophonist Jon Irabagon, pianist Matt Mitchell, bassist Linda Oh and drummer Rudy Royston. In support of the new release and his 50th birthday, Douglas will be embarking on a national and international tour. Catch Dave and his crew at the 46th Annual Elmhurst College Jazz Festival February 22, 2013.

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Chicagoan trumpeter/composer Dave Douglas is set to release Time Travel, the follow up to last years Be Still on April 9 on Douglas Greenleaf Music label. The recording features saxophonist Jon Irabagon, pianist Matt Mitchell, bassist Linda Oh and drummer Rudy Royston. In support of the new release and his 50th birthday, Douglas will be embarking on a national and international tour. Catch Dave and his crew at the 46th Annual Elmhurst College Jazz Festival February 22, 2013.

Initial Tour Dates2/22: Elmhurst, IL - Elmhurst College

3/3: Manzoni, Italy - Teatro Manzoni

3/ 6: Rome, Italy - Auditorium Parco della Musica

3/28 - 3/31: New York, NY - Jazz Standard (50th Birthday Week)

4/4: Laramie, WY - University of Wyoming

4/5: Boulder, CO - University of Colorado at Boulder

4/11 - 4/12: Denver, CO - Dazzle Jazz Club

4/25: Reno, NV - Reno Jazz Festival

5/4: Cheltenham, UK - Cheltenham Jazz Festival

5/17: Chicago, IL - Jazz Showcase

5/30: Brooklyn, NY - Shapeshifter Lab

5/31: New Haven, CT - Firehouse 12

6/3: Burlington, VT - Flynn Center

dave douglas set to release Time travel on Greenleaf April 9, 2013

rkyle eastwoodThe View From Here Album Release at The Blue Note NYCTuesday, March 26 through Sunday, March 31

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Bassist/composer Kyle Eastwood is set to perform at The Blue Note in New York from Tuesday, March 26 through Sunday, March 31, with sets at 8pm and 10:30pm. The performances will serve as an album release engagement for his new release, The View From Here (available March 12 on JazzVillage). Eastwood will be joined by trumpeter Alex Norris, saxophonist Jason Rigby, pianist Richard Germanson and drummer Joe Strasser.

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twinkle twinkle little rock star Label to releaselullaby renditions of miles Davis Kind of Blue tunesTwinkle Twinkle Little Rock Star releases lullaby interpretations of popluar music across several genres will release Lullaby Versions of Kind of Blue & Miles Davis on Tuesday February 19, 2013. The recording features instumental lullabies of songs from Miles Davis seminal masterpiece Kind of Blue and other Davis titles. TTLRS contributes to women and children charities such as the House of Ruth. They offer parents high quality products at an affordable price. TTLRS is the largest line of pop music lullabies in the world, with an incredibly diverse catalog of genres that include Pop, Rock, Soundtracks, Country, Alternative, Metal, New Wave, Indie, Reggae/Ska, and Singer Songwriter.

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BEN GOLDBERGSUBATOMIC PARTICLE HOMESICK BLUESLABEL: BAG PRODUCTIONS

DAVID HAZELTINETHE NEW CLASSIC TRIOLABEL: SHARP NINE RECORDS

JONATHAN KREISBERGONELABEL: NEW FOR NOW MUSIC

CHAMPIAN FULTONSINGS AND SWINGSLABEL: SHARP NINE RECORDS

WOLFF & CLARKEXPEDITIONLABEL: BURNSIDE

BRAD GOODECHICAGO REDLABEL: ORIGIN

GARY WILLISRETROLABEL: ABSTRACT LOGIX

JACK MOUSE GROUPRANGE OF MOTIONLABEL: ORIGIN

THE KAHIL ELZABAR QUARTETWHAT IT IS!LABEL: DELMARK

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KEVIN EUBANKSTHE MESSENGERMACK AVENUE RECORDS

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The Messenger is a project that reflects not only the guitarists virtuosity on his instrument, but also his impressive compositional skillswriting all but two tracks. Best described simply as a Kevin Eubanks recordingwithout specific categorizationas his intent with The Messenger is to communicate the breadth of his artistic influences. I wanted to branch out a little bit more on this recording, Eubanks states. I didnt want to be as concerned with the jazz sound as much; I wanted to let out a little bit more of what Ive been musically exposed to.

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Mondays 8:30pm - 12:30amSerbian VillageTom Muellner Trio Pro Jam Session3144 W Irving Park Rd Chicago, IL(773) 478-2900

Mondays9:00pm - 11:00pmVelvet Lounge Jazz Jam Session67 E Cermak Rd Chicago, IL(312) 794-5904

ThursdaysChambersJohn Bany Trio Jazz Jam Sessions6881 N. Milwaukee, Niles, IL(847) 647-8282

Friday Night/Saturday Morning1am - 4amThe Green Mill Quartet Jazz Jam4802 N Broadway St Chicago, IL(773) 878-5552

Sunday Nights7pm - 11pmAndys Jazz Jam Session11 E. Hubbard Chicago, IL (312) 642-6805

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NEW SHOW Launching Premiere Episode features Orbert Davis and the Chicago Jazz PhilharmonicChicago Jazz Magazine/ChicagoJazz.com is launching a new online TV show called Chicago Music Revealed with Mike Jeffers on February 20th but we wanted to post a preview of the first show to give you a taste of the show. Orbert discusses his upcoming performance of DuSable to Obama Chicagos Black Metropolis. Click here to watch.

MARK ADAMSLOVE & DANCErrecommended listening

Love and Dance emerges from one of the most profound losses in Adams life, the death of his father in the spring of 2011. My dad was only 65 when I lost him to cancer, says Adams. I wasnt interested in recording again, or even playing piano again. I was in such a depression, because part of me died when he died. But I worked my way out of it by making this record. Music is good for the soul, and this project helped me come out of a dark place. Somehow, out of all that, I made an upbeat, positive record about love and dance and making people smile. That was what I wanted to do. But that required a leap of faith, which came in the form of guitarist and producer Gerrey Johnson, the first person to whom Adams ever handed over the job of producing a record. This was the first time I let someone else take the reins, he says. Gerrey actually changed my approach to writing, my approach to soloing, my approach to music in general. Letting go was an adjustment, but I had worked with Gerrey in the past and hes a good friend of mine, someone for whom I have a lot of respect. His presence on this project made it better than what it would have been otherwise.

The set opens with Silk Dress, a smoldering, sensual composition written by Johnson that derives its structure from a minimalist weave of melody and harmony. Johnsons programming establishes a shimmering background on which piano and guitar maintain a seductive conversation from start to finish. Adams shifts to fender Rhodes for a funky rendition of John Coltranes classic Giant Steps, with help from Johnson, along with bassist Lamar Jones and drummer Quin Anderson. If I had tried to record that song in a straightahead context, it would have been impossible to make it my own, says Adams. So the challenge was to try to make it new and fresh, and thats what Quin did with his backbeat the kind that younger listeners can identify with. Love Dance is an intriguing piece that features Marquel Jordan on tenor sax in an arrangement that positions the piano as a percussive instrument as much as a melodic and harmonic instrument. Goodbye is Adams tribute to his late father, with a unique vocal delivery by Casey Benjamin on vocorder. Despite the songs personal backstory, the song is more introspective than mournful. I was originally going to sing it myself, says Adams, but when I got to the studio and saw that Casey Benjamin had this vocorder hooked up, I showed him how I wanted it to be sung, and he did an amazing job. I said, I cant top that. Lets do it. Thats probably my favorite song on the entire record.

In addition to Benjamin, Adams brings in a couple other guest vocalists, including Jonathan Quash on Nicas Dream (a Horace Silver standard for which Adams wrote some lyrics about a love affair coming to a close) and Cassandra Thompson on the wounded but defiant Never a Fool. Jonathan sang on my previous record, Emebellishment: The Q&A Project, which turned out to be a great mixture of vocal jazz and instrumental jazz, says Adams. Cassandra is someone whom I used to take on the road to perform with my band. Ive been working with her for a long time, and shes a great vocalist. Through it all, accessibility was always a priority for Adams in the making of Love and Dance. Making a 20th century art form relevant to 21st century audience was imperative.

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JAMES SANDERSrrecommended listeningJames Sanders Blue Violin A Jazz Legacy is not only the latest milestone on the jazz odyssey the Chicago-based violinist and bandleader embarked on after graduating with a performance degree from Yale in 1989, but also a tribute to the Windy Citys illustrious jazz violin tradition as personified by masters like Johnny Frigo, Eddie South, Stuff Smith and Darnell Howard.

Joined on the recording by the Kevin OConnell Trio (pianist OConnell was a member of Clifford Jordans quartet in the 1980s and has performed with Philly Joe Jones, Vernel Fournier, Al Grey, Billy Hart, Victor Gaskin, Joe Lee Wilson and Walter Booker among others), Sanders presents a straight-ahead jazz program ranging from modern classics by Wes Montgomery, Miles Davis, Kenny Barron, Steve Swallow and Bud Powell to gems from the Great American Songbook by Richard Rodgers and Jerome Kern. The fact that - with the exception of the CDs title track penned by Stuff Smith most of the compositions on the CD are usually not associated with the violin is a testimony to Sanders virtuosity and versatility on his instrument.

This music is, in a way, over two decades in the making. When violinist James Sanders returned home to Chicago in 1989 after earning a performance degree at Yale, he thought of himself as a classical musician. But a chance encounter with jazz violin legend Johnny Frigo changed all that. Frigo heard the young man busking on the street and invited him to his weekly club gig. He was soon sitting in between Frigos sets and discovering the pleasures of jazz improvisation. A seed was planted. Over the next 22 years Sanders honed his chops as both a leader and collaborator in various contexts: Latin jazz, free improvisation, Gypsy swing, third stream and more, all the while holding down a chair in an orchestra. He also learned that Chicago was home to a storied jazz violin tradition: Besides Frigo, Eddie South, Darnell Howard and Stuff Smith had all spent time here.

In 2012, Sanders decided the time was right to honor that tradition with a straight up jazz recording. No Latin, nothing outside, just pure jazz. They selected nine classics and set about writing fresh arrangements. Ranging from hard bop to post bop and back to the Great American Songbook, they all provide a great platform for Sanders incisive yet spirited playing. The rhythm section of OConnell, bassist Stewart Miller and drummer George Fludas swings hard when called for and provides elegantly restrained support on the ballads. There is almost none of the rep associated with violin. Instead, Sanders takes on the role of a horn player on tunes written with sax or trumpet in mind. The sole exception is Stuff Smiths Blue Violin. Without guys like Stuff, says Sanders, I never would have taken this journey.

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30th Annual Frank Mantooth Jazz Festival

46th Annual Elmhurst College Jazz Festival

10th Annual Evanston Jazz Festival

Chi-Town Jazz Festival

23rd Annual Tribute to Bix Fest (Bix Biederbecke)

25th Annual Capital City Jazz Festival

2nd Annual Deer Park Jazz & Wine Festival

10th Annual Harbor Park Jazz & Blues Festival

South Bend Jazz Festival

35th Annual Chicago Jazz Festival

CHICAGO BLUES FESTIVAL

HYDE park jazz festival

34th Annual Detroit Jazz Festival

14th Annual Englewood Jazz Festival

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We see a trend developing: the Chicago area has an ever-growing number of jazz festivals! The jazz fest plays an important role during this era of specialized media, in that it is perhaps the single best way to expose the general public to jazz music. Thats why we wanted to compile a list of a few local & regional festivals with in driving distance to Chicagoland so you can start marking your calendars and planning ahead. There are a few milestones on the festival list this year, of course the 35th annual Chicago Jazz Festival and the 46th annual Elmhurst College Jazz Festival are the oldest on the list, but the Englewood Jazz Festival is moving into its 14th year and the Frank Mantooth Jazz Festival at New Trier turns 30 this year! At a time when the economy is struggling, it is good to know that the determination to present jazz in a festival atmosphere is still alive and well.

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Each February, the best college jazz bands in the country converge on the Elmhurst campus for three days of performances and education. The bands take turns performing for some of the greatest names in professional jazz today, who offer critiques and award a variety of honors. The professionals cap off each night of the Festival with a rousing performance of their own.

For the college bands, the Festival offers a great opportunity to learn from some of todays greatest jazz musicians. For the audience, its a chance to hear both college bands and jazz greats.

The current Elmhurst College Jazz Festival rose from the ashes of the American College Jazz Festival, which was established in 1968. The original festival took place at eight regional sites throughout the United States, one of which was Elmhurst College. Each regional festival produced a winning band, combo, and vocalist, who then performed at a national festival on Memorial Day weekend.

The national festival disbanded in 1973, but the Elmhurst Festival continuedand grew, both in size and in stature. By 1992, the Festival had hosted so many jazz greats that its Silver Anniversary reunion of guest artists and judges included Louie Bellson, Pete Christlieb, Conte Candoli, Terry Gibbs, Frank Mantooth, Bobby Shew, Clark Terry, Denis DiBlasio, Lee Konitz, and Jiggs Whigham. The celebration made such a splash that it was featured on CBS-TVs Sunday Morning News.

Since then, the Festivals reputation has continued to grow. Festival performers in recent years have included the Maria Schneider Orchestra, the Mingus Big Band, the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, the Bob Mintzer Big Band, the Dave Holland Quintet, Joe Lovano, the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, Nicholas Payton, the Bill Holman Band, Diana Krall, Phil Woods, Maynard Ferguson, Dee Dee Bridgewater, John Fedchock, Byron Stripling, Mike Abene, Randy Brecker, Lanny Morgan, and the Count Basie Orchestra.

For more information please visit www.elmhurst.edu/jazzfestival

46th annual elmhurst college jazz festival February 21-24, 2013

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February 21 24, 2013

Elmhurst College 46th Annual Jazz Festival

For more details visit www.elmhurst.edu/jazzfestival

Experience a weekend of jazz through the sounds of world class artists

Denis DiBlasio, Bobby Floyd, Dennis Mackrel, Byron Stripling, The Dave Douglas Quintet and

The Maria Schneider Orchestra. Plus Collegiate jazz groups from across the country round out the weekend performances.

February 21 24, 2013

Elmhurst College 46th Annual Jazz Festival

For more details visit www.elmhurst.edu/jazzfestival

Experience a weekend of jazz through the sounds of world class artists

Denis DiBlasio, Bobby Floyd, Dennis Mackrel, Byron Stripling, The Dave Douglas Quintet and

The Maria Schneider Orchestra. Plus Collegiate jazz groups from across the country round out the weekend performances.

IN TheWeek of febrUARY 19-FEBRUARY 25 2013

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Chicago Chicken & WafflesFitzGeralds Night Club

The Green MillThe Jazz Showcase

KaterinasLittle Bucharest Bistro

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rFRI/SAT february 22 & 23 2013 9PM/8PMTHE GREEN MILLGigOF THE WEEK 4802 N. Broadway Chicago, IL 60605 www.greenmilljazz.comDrummer and composer Dana Hall is one of the busiest people in the world of jazz. Besides being an Assistant Professor of Music at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, he serves as the musical director of the Chicago Jazz Ensemble, tours as a member of groups led by trumpeter Terell Stafford and saxophonist Ralph Bowen, has weekly Windy City club engagements with a quartet called Spring, and leads an all-star quintet made up of himself, Stafford, soprano and tenor saxophonist Tim Warfield Jr., pianist Bruce Barth and bassist Rodney Whitaker.

After nearly 20 years as a sideman with Betty Carter, Ray Charles, Joe Henderson, Branford Marsalis, Maria Schneider and many other giants of American music, Hall steps upfront with Into The Light, his first release as a leader on Origin Records, featuring original compositions and a stellar line-up

To learn more about Dana Hall visit www.danahallmusic.com

DRUMMER DANA HALL IS A MAJOR REVELATION, A POWERHOUSE WHOSE INDEPENDENTLY MOVING PATTERNS DANCE AROUND THE BEAT AND DRIVE THE PLAYING.

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Drummer DANA HALL is a major revelation, a powerhouse whose independently moving patterns dance around the beat and drive the playing

BAR UmBRIAGO6 West Hubbard St Chicago, IL www.barumbriago.com

Led by Chef Michael Ponzio, Bar Umbriago provides an authentic atmosphere reminiscent of Italys enotecas (wine shops) featuring European family-style dining. Named after a character in Italian-American singer Jimmy Durantes famous song, the new age Italian wine bar offers live entertainment, an affordable check average, and a large, reasonably-priced wine selection.

Cicchetti, Crostini, Salumi, CheeseAPPETIZERSLonza di Maidale, Luccio, Brasatto, Bistecca, Salsiccia, Capasante, Arrista di Poloentrees

Cioccolato, Tiramisu, Panna Cotta, Gelato, Sorbettodessert

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TUESDAYSSTEPHANIE BROWN TRIO8PM-11PM

THURSDAYSSPRIAL FUNK & JAZZ TRIOMIKE FROST (SAX), TOM VAISTSAS (KEYS) MIKE JEFFERS (DRUMS)8PM-11PM

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 8PM-11PM

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543 Madison St Oak Park, IL (708) 524-3300 www.chicagoschickenandwaffles.com

CHICAGO CHICKEN & WAFFLES

At Chicagos, all of our food is prepared with the freshest ingredients. We offer a generous menu selection consisting of fried chicken, southern fried catfish and grits, omelletes, grilled salmon, lemon pepper grilled catfish, peach cobbler, sweet potato pie and of course, our famous waffles, just to name a few. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served all day and you can even BYOB (Oak Park location only) from 5pm to 9pm ($10 corking fee applies). Please join us for a truly unforgettable dining experience!

BYOB after 5PM$5 CORKING FEE parties of 4 or less $10 Corking fee parties of 5 or more



LIVE JAZZ WEEKLYAT OAK PARK LOCATION ONLY THURSDAYS 6PM-8:3PM FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS 7PM-10:30PM

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6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn, IL 60402 (708)788.2118 www.fitzgeraldsnightclub.com

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FitzGeralds has been a gathering spot since it was built in the early 1900s. Up to 1925, the frame building at 6615 W. Roosevelt was a roadhouse used as a hunting lodge and sporting team headquarters. As more buildings rose along Roosevelt Road, the club was home to several nightclubs, the best-known being The Hunt Club, which flourished through the 1950s and early 60s--acts included Turk Murphy, Bob Scobey and Lill Armstrong. After the Hunt Club closed, the space became the Deer Lodge, complete with pool tables and a fortune teller.

AdmissIonsLive Music Nightly. Cover Charge Applies. 21 & over. Valid ID required.


February 20, 2013 JOE URBAN AND THE TEAPOTDOME ORCHESTRA7:30PM $10 ADULTS; $5 17 & UNDER

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February 20, 2013 IN THE SIDEBARJAROD BUFE QUARTET8PM $5 SUGGESTED DONATION

February 23, 2013TAB BENOIT9PM$20

February 24, 2013 JOHN BURNETT ORCHESTRA WITH FRIEDA LEE6PM $10 ADULTS; $5 17 & UNDER

February 24, 2013 KATHLEEN OBRYAN KURRLE FUNDRAISER FEATURING MR. BLOTTO & FRIENDS4PM $40

February 27, 2013 IN THE SIDEBARBAKERZMILLION8PM $5 SUGGESTED DONATION

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the green mill4802 N. Broadway Chicago, IL 60605 www.greenmilljazz.com

AdmissIonsVisit website for entrance and details

JAZZ traditional, bebop, contemporary, improvisational played by such legendary figures as Von Freeman, Franz Jackson and Wilbur Campbell, as well as young lions Kurt Elling, Eric Alexander and Orbert Davis. All capture the broad spectrum of jazz from its root rhythms in New Orleans to New York avant-garde. Deep smoky jazz sounds fill the club in the early morning hours when soulful musicians continue to express their love of jazz by jamming til the early dawn.


February 20, 20139PM ALFONSO PONTICELLI & SWING GITAN2AM LATE NIGHT INDUSTRY SET WITH THE FRANK CATALANO SEXTET

February 19, 20139PM THE FAT BABIES

February 21, 20139PM ALAN GRESIK SWING SHIFT ORCHESTRA

February 22, 20135PM THE FLIPSIDE SHOW WITH CHRIS FORMAN9PM DANA HALLS SPRINGAFTER HOURS GREEN MILL QUARTET JAM SESSION

February 23, 20133PM THE PAPER MACHETE8PM DANA HALLS SPRING12AM AFTER HOURS JAZZ PARTY WITH SABERTOOTH ORGAN QUARTET

February 24, 20137PM UPTOWN POETRY SLAM11PM SUNDAY NIGHT SOUL PARTY WITH THE PATERSON TRIO

February 25, 20139PM TBA

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JAZZ SHOWCASE806 S Plymouth Ct Chicago, IL (312) 360-0264 www.jazzshowcase.com

WHERE JAZZ LIVES IN CHICAGO The Second Oldest Jazz Club in The USA!!! ALL THE GREAT NAMES IN JAZZ SINCE 1947



February 19, 2013STEVE SCHNECK QUARTET w/t NEAL ALGER, SCOTT MASON & RUSTY JONES8PM/10PM

February 20, 2013JOHN MOULDER QUARTET w/t LARRY GRAY, PAUL WERTICO & JIM TROMPETER8PM/10PM

February 25, 2013KELLY BRAND/KELLY SILL TRIO 8PM/10PM

February 21-24, 2013TRUMPETER MARQUIS HILL QUINTET8PM/10PM /4PM

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February 26, 2013VOCALIST LAURY SHELLEY QUARTET8PM/10PM

February 27, 2013DUKE ELLINGTON AT YALE WITH AVA LOGAN, CHARLES THOMAS, MIGUEL DE LA CERNA, LARRY GRAY, CHARLES HEATH8PM/10PM

February 28-March 3, 2013GUITARIST PAT MARTINO TRIO WITH PAT BIANCE & CARMEN ENTORE8PM/10PM /4PM

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katerinas1920 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, Il 773-348-7592 www.katerinas.com

AdmissIonsLive Music Nightly. Cover Charge Applies. 21 & over. Valid ID required.

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Its a cultural center showcasing the hippest jazz, funk, blues, boogie-woogie blues, R&B, classical and world music -from Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, Greek, Flamenco and Japanese to all Gypsy Genres & then some! Travel the world of music in our intimate space as each night presents a musical odyssey born from a whispering solo of an upright bass to a foot-stomping rhythm of flamenco! Its a meeting place for old friends and new friends. A place where romance blossoms and time stands still. And for those who like to travel alone, fasten your seatbelts...



February 19, 20138PM BANY BASS BENEFIT$15 COVER

February 20, 20138PM SOLITAIRE MILES QUARTET: A BIRTHDAY JAZZ PARTY$10 COVER

February 22, 20136:30PM NICOLE KESTLER & BRIAN OHERNNO COVER10PM DEE ALEXANDER QUARTET$10 COVER

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February 23, 20136:30PM SPIDER SALOFFS ANNUAL OSCAR CONCERT$10 COVER10PM CONJUNTO: AFRO-CUBAN & PUERTO RICAN DANCE$10 COVER

February 25, 20138:30PM BLUE MONDAY BLUES SERIES$10 COVER

February 28, 20138PM TWO FOR BRAZIL$10 COVER

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February 27, 20138PM THE SWEET MARIES$10 COVER

little bucharest bistro3661 North Elston Ave. Chicago, IL 60618 www.littlebucharestbistro.com

With a history spanning over three decades, Little Bucharest Bistro has opened with a new face in Chicagos Old Irving Park area. Originally opened in 1970 and closed in 2004, the new Little Bucharest, which translates to Little Paris of the East, blends a touch of Romanian heritage with American contemporary fare in a vibrant and modern atmosphere.

Salads, Spreads, Smoked Salmon, Bruschetta, Calamari, SoupsAPPETIZERSSausage Stuffed Chicken Thigh, Bucharest Signature Brased Short Rib Goulashentrees

Warm Crepes, Apple Strudel, Romanian Buttercream Cake, Chocolate Ganache Tortedessert



FRIDAYSNICKO NAIDENOV INTERNATIONAL MUSIC7PM

LIVE MUSIC WEEKLYFRIDAYS & SATURDAYS 6:30PM

SATURDAYSGYPSY MINSTRELS GUITAR & VIOLIN6:30PM

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M lounge1520 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago, IL 60605 (312) 447.0201 www.mloungechicago.com

Sit back and relax at this South Loop martini lounge. M Lounge features live music at least two days a week, to be enjoyed with an array of specialty martinis and fine spirits. M Lounge also offers a number of non-alcoholic cocktails and exquisite coffee drinks. You will immediately feel at home inside this intimate 1,400 sq ft oasis, whether youre settling into one of the comfortable couches or low-slung chairs, or pulling up a seat at the 28-foot long walnut bar.

cocktailsMartinis Mocktails Cognac Blended Scotch Single Malt Scotch Whiskey & Bourbon Canadian Whiskey Irish Whiskey Beer White Wine Red Wine Champagne Water Coffee Bottle Service



February 19, 2013SARAH MARIE YOUNG

February 20, 2013SAMUEL SAVOIR FAIRE WILLIAMS TRIO

February 26, 2013CHRIS DAVIS JAZZTET

February 27, 2013DELIVERY POINT

Tuesday - Thursday 6pm-1am Friday 6pm-2am Saturday 6pm-3am Sunday & Monday closed for private events

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March 5, 2013JULIA HUFF & THE COMPANY BAND

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March 6, 2013GRAY MATTERS

viper alley275 Parkway Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 847.499.5000 www.viper-alley.com

DOORS OPEN AT 6PM RESTAURANT OPENS AT 5PM

Viper Alley is Chicagolands premier destination for live music, gourmet dinners, and private events!



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eventsJEFF LINDBERGS CHICAGO JAZZ ORCHESTRA W/T KURT ELLING AT PICK-STAIGER CONCERT HALL

BRIAN BLADE AND THE FELLOWSHIP BAND AT THE OLD SCHOOL OF FOLK MUSIC

BOSTON BRASS AT NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY

VOCALIST MAGGIE BROWN AT ROOM 43

2013 JAZZ SEASON SCHEDULE AT CHICAGO SYMPHONY CENTER

April 3, 2013 Pick-Staiger Concert Hall in Evanston for a remarkable evening of Cole Porters music with Kurt Elling.Grammy Award winner and 13-time DownBeat Critics Poll Male Singer of the Year, Kurt Elling is among the worlds foremost jazz vocalists. The Washington Post declares that no singer in jazz has been as daring, dynamic, or interesting, adding that he has come to embody the creative spirit of jazz. Elling has recorded 10 albums and has collaborated with such jazz greats as Dave Brubeck, Charlie Hunter, and Al Jarreau. He is accompanied by the highly acclaimed Chicago Jazz Orchestra in a program exploring the songbook of the iconic Cole Porter.

www.chicagojazzorchestra.com

April 3, 2013 Pick-Staiger Concert Hall in Evanston for a remarkable evening of Cole Porters music with Kurt Elling.Grammy Award winner and 13-time DownBeat Critics Poll Male Singer of the Year, Kurt Elling is among the worlds foremost jazz vocalists. The Washington Post declares that no singer in jazz has been as daring, dynamic, or interesting, adding that he has come to embody the creative spirit of jazz. Elling has recorded 10 albums and has collaborated with such jazz greats as Dave Brubeck, Charlie Hunter, and Al Jarreau. He is accompanied by the highly acclaimed Chicago Jazz Orchestra in a program exploring the songbook of the iconic Cole Porter.

Kurt Elling and the Chicago Jazz Orchestra: Celebrating Cole PorterTickets are $26 for the general public and $10 for students.

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BRIANBLADEFELLOWSHIP BANDChris ThomasMyron WaldenMelvin ButlerJon Cowherd

The Old Town School of Folk Music March 15 at 8PM at Maurer Hall

4544 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60625

Tickets available online at http://www.oldtownschool.org.

More info available at 773.728.6000

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5th ANNUAL CHICAGO BRASS FESTIVAL PRESENTS

boston brass in concertMARCH 5, 2013 8PMSteinberg Fine Arts Center Recital Hall, Northeastern Illinois University3701 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60659

5th ANNUAL CHICAGO BRASS FESTIVAL PRESENTS

boston brass in concert

Photography by CHIP LITHERLAND

Complimentary parking after 6 p.m. in Lot F or on the fourth and fifth levels of the parking facility.Tickets: $25; $15; $10. Call (773) 442-4636 or boxoffice.neiu.edu

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ROOM 43... ...is one of the hippest places to spend a Sunday night! - Howard Reich (Chicago Tribune)

Sunday Evening Jazz Series january ScheduleSun. FEB 10 2013 DRUMMER TAYLOR MOORE

Sun. FEB 17 2013 BERNARD SCAVELLA saxophone

sun. FEB 24 2013 MAGGIE BROWN VOCALS

Special Event 4Sundays from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Room 43 - 1043 E. 43rd Street, Chicago, ILhttp://www.hydeparkjazzsociety.com/

ADMISSION: $10 adults/$5 for University students with ID or children with adults

ROOM 43 offers bar and food service, including a tasty selection of Jazz Bites.

Sunday FEBRUARY 24, 2013 vocalIST maggie brown

season 2013jazz at Symphony Center chicago

220 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60604 Phone: (312) 294-3000 www.cso.org

January 18, 2013, 8 p.m. Jazz Sing the Truth! Dianne Reeves, vocals Angelique Kidjo, vocals Lizz Wright, vocals

March 22, 2013, 8 p.m. Jazz Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour55th Anniversary Dee Dee Bridgewater, vocals Christian McBride, bass Benny Green, piano Lewis Nash, drums Chris Potter, saxophone Ambrose Akinmusir, trumpet March 29, 2013, 8 p.m. Sonny Rollins, saxophone

April 19, 2013, 8 p.m. Brad Mehldau, piano Chris Thile, mandolin May 24, 2013, 8 p.m. Orbert Davis Chicago Jazz Philharmonic Rivers: Nature, Power, Culture Orbert Davis, artistic director

June 7, 2013, 8 p.m. Wayne Shorter Quartet Wayne Shorter, saxophone Danilo Prez, piano John Patitucci, bass Brian Blade, drums June 21, 2013, 8 p.m. Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Wynton Marsalis, trumpet

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directoryf e a t u r i n g C h i c a g o s f i n e s t j a z z m u s i c i a n s

Pg 58 Andrew Distel

Pg 59 Arlene Bardelle

Pg 60 Ava Logan

Pg 61 Bobby Lewis

Pg 62 Ccile Savage

Pg 63 Chris White

Pg 64 Corky McClerkin

Pg 65 Dave Flippo

Pg 66 Dave Shelton

Pg 67 Don Stille

Pg 68 Elaine Dame

Pg 69 Erin McDougald

Pg 70 Frank DRone

Pg 71 Frank Portolese

Pg 72 Gina Gibson

Pg 73 Greta Pope

Pg 74 Heather Moran

Pg 75 J. Beam Band

Pg 94 Mike Jeffers

Pg 95 Mike Staron

Pg 96 Nanette Frank

Pg 97 Nick Schneider

Pg 98 Ray Bailey

Pg 99 Rhonda Browne

Pg 100 Rita McConville

Pg 101 Robin Watson

Pg 102 Roger Harris

Pg 103 Sam Fazio

Pg 104 Shawn Maxwell

Pg 105 Skinny Williams

Pg 106 Stacy McMichael

Pg 107 Stephanie Browning

Pg 108 Steven Hashimoto

Pg 109 The Harris Group

Pg 110 Tom Muellner

Pg 111 Ty Cooper

Pg 112 Zvonimir Tot

Pg 76 James Bottoms

Pg 77 James Sanders

Pg 78 Jesse Charbonier

Pg 79 Jim Sellers

Pg 80 Kelly Brand

Pg 81 Laury Shelley

Pg 82 Le Perolateur

Pg 83 Libby York

Pg 84 Linda Solotaire

Pg 85 Lindy Endres

Pg 86 Loretta Lee

Pg 87 Los Perros Cubanos

Pg 88 Marc Pompe

Pg 89 Mark Moultrup

Pg 90 Marlene Rosenberg

Pg 91 Michael Hutchins

Pg 92 Mick Archer

Pg 93 Mike Frost

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Shawn Maxwell is a multi-instrumentalist, saxophone/clarinet/flute, that teaches, composes and performs, based out of the Chicago area. Born and raised in Joliet, IL where he started playing clarinet in the school band program. He would go on to attend Millikin University, in Decatur IL, and receive a bachelors degree in music performance. Upon graduation Shawn spent a few years traveling and performing with different groups on tours throughout the US and overseas. He then relocated back to the Chicago land area, where he continued to perform while establishing his own private lesson studio. In 2005 he put together The Shawn Maxwell Quartet and recorded/released his first CD, Originals, which was entirely composed by Shawn. Since that time he has released three other albums, Originals II Maxwells House & Urban Vigilante. All of these feature The Shawn Maxwell Quartet playing original compositions. Currently Shawn maintains a private lesson studio of 40 plus students a week while continuing to compose and perform with several groups as a leader and sideman. His newest group, Shawn Maxwells Rebel Alliance will be releasing a CD in summer of 2013 on The Chicago Sessions Label. This will be Shawns fifth CD as a leader and his third on the label.

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getting to knowshawn maxwell

Shawn Maxwell is a multi-instrumentalist, saxophone/clarinet/flute, that teaches, composes and performs, based out of the Chicago area. Born and raised in Joliet, IL where he started playing clarinet in the school band program. He would go on to attend Millikin University, in Decatur IL, and receive a bachelors degree in music performance. Upon graduation Shawn spent a few years traveling and performing with different groups on tours throughout the US and overseas. He then relocated back to the Chicago land area, where he continued to perform while establishing his own private lesson studio. In 2005 he put together The Shawn Maxwell Quartet and recorded/released his first CD, Originals, which was entirely composed by Shawn. Since that time he has released three other albums, Originals II Maxwells House & Urban Vigilante. All of these feature The Shawn Maxwell Quartet playing original compositions. Currently Shawn maintains a private lesson studio of 40 plus students a week while continuing to compose and perform with several groups as a leader and sideman. His newest group, Shawn Maxwells Rebel Alliance will be releasing a CD in summer of 2013 on The Chicago Sessions Label. This will be Shawns fifth CD as a leader and his third on the label.

cBiggest Obstacles you have faced in your musical career?Finding my own voice & style while dealing with the ups and downs of the business.

cGreatest Achievements in Music to this point?Releasing four different CDs, and soon to be five, that are entirely filled with my compositions.

cWho has inspired you over the years to continue with your musical career? My wife has always been supportive and reassuring when things seem down.

cFavorite CD you are listening to right now? Graylen Epicenter by David Binney.

cWhat are your future musical goals? To continue composing, recording and performing original music with my different groups.

cFavorite cuisine to cook at home?My kids are currently on a mac-n-cheese kick.

cBeverage of choice? Bud Light.

cLast book youve read?Who has time to read?

cLast concert you have attended?Donny McCaslin Group at The Green Mill.

cFavorite TV Show?Always Sunny In Philadelphia.

cFavorite place in Chicago to hang out?Andys Jazz Club.

www.shawnmaxwell.com See page 104 for Performance Schedule and more info.

Hw C M FANDREW DISTEL

Andrew Distel is a vocalist and trumpet player. He was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio where he attended the prestigious College Conservatory of Music studying both trumpet and voice. He moved to Chicago to continue his education, receiving a graduate degree in jazz voice from Roosevelt University. He has played at such notable venues as: The Green Mill, The Pump Room, The Blue Wisp Jazz Club, Green Dolphin Street, and Pops For Champagne. His quartet plays regularly-every Friday and Saturday night at The Pump Room-featuring Pete Benson, Hyosub Kim, and George Fludas.

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Hw C M FARLENE BARDELLE

Arlene Bardelle has been dazzling audiences with her tasteful vocal stylings for the past several years. Chicago is her home base, where she works with some of the finest musicians in town. Arlene was a mainstay at the famed Coq Dor in the Drake hotel for many years. She has performed at many other top notch Chicago venues such as the Pump Room, Andys Jazz Club, Pops for Champagne, Fitzgeralds, the Jazz Showcase, and the Green Mill. Arlene has also performed for political fundraiser cruises on Lake Michigan, private events at the Crystal Ballroom at Navy Pier, and corporate performances for top Chicago agents. She has performed at the Chicago Jazz Fest, Taste of Chicago, and the Plymouth Jazz Fest in Wisconsin as well as Smoke in New York.

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February 22, 2013 7:30PM-10:30PM

Ava Logan Trio94 West Restaurant of Orland Park15410 South 94th Ave., Orland Park, IL 60462708.364.9494______________________________________

Hw C M FAVA LOGAN

Ava Logan Chicago Jazz Singer and Chicago Jazz Band leader is an award winning singer-actress from Washington, D.C., who now lives in the Chicago area. A graduate of Yale and the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Logan, a Jazz Vocalist is a veterinarian by day and a jazz singer at night is available for Corporate Events. The classically trained vocalist has performed jazz, pop, and rhythm and blues in the U.S. and abroad. She has portrayed two of her idols, Ella Fitzgerald and Nancy Wilson, at the Black Ensemble Theater. She has released So Many Stars, her first major CD! National airplay began in September, 2008. The CD has received rave reviews! It was produced by Henry Johnson, who played guitar for Joe Williams for many years.


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Thursday March 14, 2013 5:30PM

John Moulders Chi-Town Jazz FestAndys Jazz Club11 E. Hubbard St., Chicago, ILwww.andysjazzclub.com______________________________________

Sunday April 14, 2013

Bebop Brass Jazz Institute of ChicagoTuley Park501 E. 90th Place, Chicago, IL______________________________________

Hw C M FBOBBY LEWIS

Bobby Lewis tasteful trumpet and flugelhorn playing has made him a favorite among vocalists and earned him a spot as first trumpet with Tony Bennett for Chicago appearances for fifteen years, and conductor, musical director and featured soloist with Peggy Lee. The singers Lewis has accompanied provide enough grist for several resumes and, in addition to Bennett and Lee, include Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Sammy Davis, Jr., Joe Williams, Lena Horne, Mel Torme, Judy Garland, Liza Minelli, Nancy Wilson, Harry Belafonte, Rosemary Clooney, Al Jarreau and even a gig with Ol Blue Eyes.


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THURSDAYS FEB & MARCH 6PM-10PM

Ccile Savage Duo with Calvin Koco BrunsonBennys Chophouse444 North Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL 60611312.626.2444www.bennyschopshouse.com______________________________________

Hw C,M F CCILE SAVAGE

Ccile Savage is a French woman Jazz bassist/vocalist leading a multi cultural/ multi-ethnic jazz trio or quartet. Ccile plays who she is: a blend of French Cabaret and American Jazz.

She performed with Blues and Jazz musicians such as Jimmy Dawkins, Von Freeman, Franz Jackson, Floyd McDaniel, George Freeman, Oscar Brown Jr., Maggie Brown, Redd Holt and many more.She plays and sings a vast array of American standards (jazz & Blues), some French songs (in French) and some Brazilians Bossa novas (in Portuguese). Her group has played for many affairs, weddings, in clubs,restaurants and festivals.

NEW CD soon to be released: The Journey

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Wednesday February 20, 2013 8PM

Performing w/t Paul Marinaro TrioClub 31603160 N.Clark St, Chicago, IL312.527.2269www.3160Chicago.com_________________________________________

Friday February 22, 2013 9PM

Performing w/t Sam FazioThe Drake Hotel 140 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL.312.787.2200www.thedrakehotel.com_________________________________________

Tuesday February 26, 2013 9PM

Performing w/t Linda SolotaireELBO Room2871 Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL773.549.5549www.elboroomlive.com_________________________________________


Performing w/t Paul Marinaro TrioClub 31603160 N.Clark St, Chicago, IL312.527.2269www.3160Chicago.com_________________________________________

Chris White is an instructor of jazz piano and theory at Lake Forest College and North Park University in Chicago. He is a busy freelance musician in the Chicago area, and has performed at The Jazz Showcase, Andys, The House of Blues, Navy Pier, The Peninsula Hotel, the Coq Dor at the Drake Hotel and many more. He is a member of the Paul Marinaro Trio. In 2010 he completed his Doctoral of Musical Arts in Jazz Performance at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Hw C M FCHRIS WHITE


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Friday February 22, 2013 7PM

Corky McClerkin DuoSullivans Steakhouse432 N.Dearborn, Chicago, IL______________________________________

Saturday February 23, 2013 7PM

Corky McClerkin DuoSullivans Steakhouse432 N.Dearborn, Chicago, IL______________________________________


Performing w/t James Perkins Quartet50 Yard Line111 E.75th St., Chicago, IL______________________________________

Hw C M FCORKY McCLERKIN

Corky McClerkin, a Chicago native grew up hearing the sounds of Jazz and down home Blues. Encouraged by his favorite uncle and jazz musician Lewis Ogletree, he studied piano for seven years before attending Northern Illinois University with a major in music. Although receiving a BA from Roosevelt University and a MA from Loyola University in other fields, Corky has always considered music to be his primary passion. Irrespective of style or tempo, hard bop, Latin or soul Jazz, McClerkin brings his many years of experience into play as he crafts each tune, making a special and distinctive statement with each.


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Hw C M FDAVE FLIPPO

Dave Flippo has divided his musical efforts into three areas - leading his Modern Jazz Quintet FLIPPOMUSIC, performing as a jazz/popular pianist/vocalist and leader at various private events and teaching piano at the College of Lake County and from his own studio - Dr. Flippos Eclectic Piano Studio. His emergence as a jazz vocalist brought about his third CD, When the Heart is True, the Voice Rings True, a duo recording with bassist Donn De Santo, released on his own Oppilf Records label.


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Hw C M FDAVE SHELTON

David Sheltons music draws from his classical and jazz backgrounds, plus his work with R&B musicians. His repertoire includes a wide range of jazz and Latin standards as well as jazz arrangements of pop songs, blues and funk. More specifically, the repertoire includes: Songbook and Modern Standards (e.g., A FoggyDay, Fly Me to the Moon, It Could Happen to You, A House is Not a Home, Moon River) Latin Standards (Jobim and others) Jazz Standards (from Wayne Shorter and Miles Davis to John Coltrane, Dave Brubeck and Horace Silver)Jazz Arrangements of pop/rock hits (from Motown and Elton John to Stevie Wonder, The Beatles and Michael Jackson) Blues and Funk (a la Ramsey Lewis, early Herbie Hancock, Les McCann and Gene Harris) and originals.


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Hw C M FDON STILLE

Don Stille is a Chicago-based pianist and accordionist Don Stille proves he isan artist to be reckoned with says Howard Reich, The fluidity of his technique, the depth of his tone and the intellectual sophistication of his improvisations firmly established him as a polished and accomplished artist. In listening to a Don Stille performace, be it live or recorded, one shares in a musical experience that is rich in stylistic diversity. He has performed throughout the country with a long list of acclaimed jazz artists, and can regularly be heard at Chicagos greatest jazz clubs.


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Introducing Sundays at ITS VEGAS BABY! 5:30PM-9PM

The Elaine Dame Trio w/t Guitarist Kyle Asche & Jake Vinsel on BassBlue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa777 Blue Chip Drive, Michigan City, IN219.879.7711_____________________________________________

Monday February 25, 2013 6:30PM-9PM

The Cellar Bistro132 N. Hale St, Wheaton, IL630.653.6299www.thecellarbistro.com______________________________________

Tuesday February 26, 2013 7:30PM-10:30PM

The Elaine Dame DuoSalt Creek Wine Bar8900 Fairview Ave., Brookfield, IL 60513708.387.2432www.saltcreekwinebar.com______________________________________

Hw C M FELAINE DAME

Elaine Dame is a Chicago Jazz Singer, flautist, band leader and private vocal instructor, is a Vocal dynamo...[and] continues to be a gem in the citys vocal jazz scene according to TimeOut Chicago. For more than fifteen years, Ms. Dame has headlined the finest venues in Chicago, the Midwest and the nation, and has collaborated with some of Chicagos most stellar musicians. She has enjoyed residencies at such notable music rooms as the Fairmont Hotels, Metropole Room, Pops for Champagne, Andys Jazz Club, The Drake Hotel, Pete Millers, Katerinas, and New York Citys, Metropolitan Room.


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Sunday February 24, 2013 8:45PM

The Crimson LoungeHotel Sax 333 N. Dearborn Street, Chicago IL312.923.2473www.crimsonchicago.com______________________________________

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Hw C M FERIN McDOUGALD

Erin McDougald is a savvy, rhythmically jazz-rooted song-interpreter, who frequently records and performs with top instrumentalists among the jazz-elite from Chicago to the East Coast. Her ensemble-size varies from a duo to a big band orchestra, depending on the venue, but most typically, she incorporates the use of a rhythm section and often features a horn player.

NEW WEBSITE ONLINE The two most often questions I am asked by interviewers and fans are: What made you become a jazz singer?, and Whats with the Flapper Girl reference? Visit my website to find the answers...and much more! XOXO


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Saturday February 16, 2013 9:05PM-10:05PMThe 13th Annual Newport Beach Jazz PartyNewport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa949.759.5003www.newportbeachjazzparty.com______________________________________

Hw C M FFRANK DRONE

Frank DRone is one of the few finer singers and performers around and creates great vibes with his audiences. This quote, from Leonard Feather, one of the worlds foremost music critics, probably best describes Frank and his talents today. It takes a while to achieve words of this sort. Franks nique and rare gift has taken him before the spotlights of virtually every major nightclub in the United States. Frank was headlining the world famous Copacabana when Tony Bennett took over the microphone on opening night and told the audience, A few years back, Nat King Cole said that Frank DRone was the finest singer around. Tonight he has proved that Nat was right!


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Wednesday February 20, 2013 7PM-11PM

Cafe Zalute9500 W. Devon, Rosemont, IL______________________________________

Wednesday February 27, 2013 7PM-11PM

Cafe Zalute9500 W. Devon, Rosemont, IL______________________________________

Hw C M FFRANK PORTOLESE

Frank Portolese has been active as a guitarist and educator in the Chicago area for 30 years. He has performed with Eddie Harris, Les McCann, Bobby Shew, Ira Sullivan, Shelley Mann and others. His pop credits range from the Drifters to Clay Aiken. He has been featured in Just Jazz Guitar, Jazz Times, Guitar Player, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times and other publications. Frank plays straight-ahead bebop and hard bop jazz. He currently fronts his own trio (with Brian Sandstrom and Rusty Jones), plays solo jazz guitar shows and is a member of Rich Corpolongos ensemble, which performs ultra-contemporary original compositions. He continues to perfect his own sound and concept in the hopes of expressing the beauty of life as he hears it.


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Hw C M FGINA GIBSON

Gina Gibson, a cabaret-style entertainer with club credits too numerous to name is second to none when it comes to playing for and hosting a wedding reception or any other event. Sinatra to Streisand, Billie Holiday to Beyonc. Dance and have a good time, its all about YOU! She frequently appears as pre-game entertainment for the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center, now entering her 10th season with them. She is featured in the WTTW special, Remembering Chicago-the Boomer Years on Chicago Access Television, and on BIP, (Black Image Productions.)

EVERY FRIDAY

The Ramada Inn Lake Shore, Hyde Park4900 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL______________________________________


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Hw C M FGRETA POPE

Greta Pope is an International entertainer. She has delighted audiences throughout Europe, the Far East, South America and the Caribbean, as well as the United States and Canada. Ms. Pope has been touted as one of the great voices of our time, as she performs with ease all styles from Country to Opera, and from Rhythm and Blues to Broadway. Ms. Pope holds a Master of Music Degree and has performed all styles of music. and leads the Greta Pope Orchestra. Her performance credentials include sharing the stage with such well known performers as Wynonna Judd, Dick Van Dyke, Stanley Clarke, Carol Channing, Ramsey Louis, Rich Little, Penn & Teller and many others.

EVERY FRIDAY 7:30PM-11:30PM

Bennys Chop House444 North Wabash, Chicago, IL312.626.2444www.bennyschophouse.com______________________________________


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Friday February 22, 2013 7PM-10PM

Heather Moran Eddie Merlots185 N.Milwaukee, Lincolnshire, IL.60069 847.276.2000www.eddiemerlots.comNo Cover______________________________________

Thursday February 28, 2013 7PM-10PM

Heather Moran w/t Jeff Trudell Strawberry MoonWauconda, ILNo Cover______________________________________

Hw C M FHEATHER MORAN

Heather Moran, over the past several years, has divided her time between her two loves: acting & singing. An alumnus of Second City and member of the Factory Theater, she is also an accomplished singer with a performance history nationwide. Ms. Morans newest sensational Rosemary Clooney hit show, Rosie! A Tribute... is currently touring regionally. She can also been seen singing in the critically acclaimed musical trio, 3Girls3, performing their newest hit Barry Manilow show.


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Hw C M FJ. BEAM BAND

The J. Beam Band is made up of Jeff Mackevich on saxophones, Damian Espinosa on keyboards, Alex Feldman on bass, and Tyrone Blair on drums. This 1980s style fusion jazz is a lot of fun, and the tunes are easily recognized. Come on out!



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March 2, 2013 7PM-10PM

Ethiopian Diamond Restaurant6120 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 773.338.7562www.ethiopiandiamondcuisine.com______________________________________



March 30, 2013 7PM-10PM


April 13, 2013 7PM-10PM


April 27, 2013 7PM-10PM

Ethiopian Diamond Restaurant6120 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 773.338.7562www.ethiopiandiamondcuisine.com

Hw C M FJAMES BOTTOMS


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LAST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH 10PM

Performing w/t ConjuntoKaterinas1920 W.Irving Park, Chicago ILwww.katerinas.com______________________________________

Saturday February 23, 2013 10PM

Performing w/t ConjuntoKaterinas1920 W.Irving Park, Chicago ILwww.katerinas.com______________________________________

Hw C M FJAMES SANDERS

James Sanders is a distinct voice tempered by fruitful ongoing collaborations with the finest Jazz artists in Chicago and in Jazz today, including.... Dee Alexander, Nicole Mitchell, Alfonso Ponticelli, Larry Harlowe, Orbert Davis, Mwata Bowden, Doug Lofstrom, Steve Eisen, Ernie Adams, Donald Neale, Tomeka Reid, and the late Johny Frigo. He is the leader of the highly regarded Latin Jazz band Conjnto and is a a currently a member of The Evolution Ensemble, Swing Gitan and The New Quartet, The Joeffrey Ballet Orchestra and the Chicago Sinfonietta. He has also been active as a teacher since 1993 and has developed a curriculum for the classically-trained violinist seeking to develop alternative styles of playing.


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Hw C M FJESSE CHARBONIER

Jesse Charbonier was born in Chicago. He always had a love of the arts and began acting, singing, and songwriting at an early age, but became more involved as a more behind-the-scenes playermarketing, directing, producing, films and music artists. In music, Charbonier has developed and produced music and music videos for artists from various genres. In cinema, his involvement varies from the full-scale production of independent feature films to programming and organizing film festivals all over the United States.


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Hw C M FJIM SELLERS

Jim Sellers is a Chicago based jazz pianist, having been lucky enough to have performed with some great musicians, including Wynton Marsalis, Frank Catalano, Spider Saloff, Luba Mason, Ava Logan, Art Davis, Bill Yancey and many others. Jims interest in jazz began in grade school when he discovered Daddio Daleys radio program on what was then WXFM. With a lot of tenacity and a little help from his older brother, Jim learned how to play the blues and to read music having no formal lessons until he was in college. Still, by the time he was studying music as an undergraduate, he was proficient enough to be selected to perform in a trio with guest-artist Wynton Marsalis. He went on to earn a Master of Music degree from DePaul University in Chicago.


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Hw C M FKELLY BRAND

Kelly Brand, composer and pianist, writes songs which carry the listener to places simultaneously evident and quite unfamiliar. She effectively taps into essential elements of living and dreaming. Brands way of playing embraces a simple and selfless honesty. She doesnt throw her music at you, but rather extends it as an invitation. Kelly is an active performer on the Chicago jazz scene playing frequent club and concert dates. She performs at the Green Mill, the Jazz Showcase, Andys Jazz Club, Pete Millers and Katerinas.

Thursday February 21, 2013 5PMMetropolitan ClubWacker & Monroe, Chicago, IL______________________________________

Friday February 22, 2013 9:30AMChicago Public SchoolLocation TBA visit site for details______________________________________

Friday February 25, 2013 8PM & 10PMKelly Brand/Kelly Sill TrioJazz Showcase806 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago IL312.360.0264www.jazzshowcase.com______________________________________


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February 26, 2013 8PM-11:30PMLaury Shelley TrioJazz Showcase806 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago, ILwww.jazzshowcase.com______________________________________

Hw C M FLAURY SHELLEY

Laury Shelley has been a performing artist ever since she can remember. Laury was living her dream touring with composer, Michel Legrand, as Legrands vocal soloist.During these amazing years, Laury made her debut at the prestigious Carnegie Hall while also appearing at The Sahara Hotel in Vegas, Red Rocks Amphitheater in Denver, Miamis Stars Under The Stars Concert Series at Marine Stadium and The Westbury Theatre in New York. Laury has shared stages with Tony Bennett, Buddy Rich, Cleo Laine and John Dankworth while also performing and recording with Phil Woods, Ron Carter, Grady Tate, Randy Brecker, Marvin Stamm and Joe Beck.


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Thursday February 21, 2013 8PM Pork Chop941 W. Randolph , Chicago, IL ______________________________________

Saturday March 30, 2013 CD RELEASE SHOWMayne Stage1328 W. Morse , Chicago, IL 60626______________________________________

Hw C M FLE PERCOLATEUR

lePercolateur Hipster Gypsy JazzNew Release Coming SoonThe coming March of 2013 finds lePercolateur slated to release their debut album as the latest band to join the Chicago Sessions record label. Between now and then, many more are sure to wake from a dreamlike daze wondering in which year they find themselves, and wishing it was what their senses told them.

a sly and surprising gypsy-jazz quintet who apply that idiom to modernistic pop tunes, as well as vintage jazz composition - Neil Tesser, Chicago Examiner

Its time to get hip to lePercolateur!


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Every Sunday beginning December 2012 - 2pmSunday Jazz BrunchCafe Sole1029 Southard StreetKey West, FL 33040Reservations (305) 292-0230_________________________________________

February 22, 2013 8PM

To Paris with LoveThe Studios of Key West600 White St. (at Southard) Key West, FL 33040______________________________________

March 11, 2013 8PM

The Living Room Series w/t Libby Yorkand Pianist Jeremy KahnHarry S. Truman Little White House111 Front St., Key West, FL 33040305.294.9911______________________________________

March 12, 2013 8PM

The Living Room Series w/t Libby Yorkand Pianist Jeremy KahnHarry S. Truman Little White House111 Front St., Key West, FL 33040305.294.9911______________________________________

April 8, 2013 8PM

The Living Room Series w/t Libby YorkHarry S. Truman Little White House111 Front St., Key West, FL 33040305.294.9911______________________________________

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NOTE WORTHY NEWSNew album in the works joined by John diMartino on Piano, Peter Washington on Bass, Greg Sergo on Drums, Warren Vach on Coronet and a vocal or two. Well top off our first fall recording session with an October 19, 9:30 set at Manhattans Metropolitan Room. Then its a happy return to Paris for the November 9th date at the lovely Caf Laurent in the tres elegant four star Hotel DAubusson.


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Thursday February 21, 2013 6PM

Linda SolotaireEdgewater Beach Cafe5545 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL. 60640773.275.4141www.edgewaterbeachcafe.com______________________________________

Tuesday February 26, 2013 8PM

Linda SolotaireElbo Room2871 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL. 60657773.549.5549www.elboroomlive.com______________________________________

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Linda SolotaireOpen Door Theater902 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park, IL 60304______________________________________

Hw C M FLINDA SOLOTAIRE

Linda Solotaire is a jazz vocalist and leader with The Linda Solotaire Quartet. She also performs an eclectic jazz, rock & rock blues repertoire with her musical partner, arranger/ guitarist & bassist Stu Greenspan, Linda Solotaire & Friends. Linda is classically trained in music and theatre, and began her career as an actress in the late 1970s. As a solo jazz vocalist, she is most deeply influenced by singers like Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Abbey Lincoln, Sheila Jordan, and Judy Garland. WORKSHOPS & COACHINGLinda accepts private voice students interested in focusing on acting / interpretation. She also holds workshops in acting for dancers and body-based artists, and do-it-yourself arts marketing.MORE INFO VISIT http://solorohm.net/coaching


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Hw C M FLINDY ENDRES

For Lindy Endres, music played a bit of a different role in the beginning. Finding the perfect song to choreograph and dance to was key, as Lindy dreamt of becoming a professional dancer one day. Her childhood was filled with an array of dance styles, recitals and show choir competitions, always being labeled the dancer, never the singer. Upon graduation from Sauk Prairie High School, Sauk City, WI, Lindy attended UW Stevens Point to receive her BA in dance. With her goal in sight, Lindy dove into the world of college dance, only to become sidetracked by the musical productions UWSP had to offer. These shows ignited Lindys flame for singing, a talent which she thought she would never desire. Being cast in multiple musicals paired with private voice lessons created a newfound goal; to become a professional singer.


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Saturday February 23, 2013 5:30PM-8:30PM

Prairie State College202 South Halsted, Chicago Heights, IL 60411$35 in Advance/$40 at Door______________________________________

Hw C M FLORETTA LEE

Loretta Lee for many years has been known as an up and coming, sultry, smooth and sophisticated jazz vocalist who is progressively taking Chicago by storm. During the course of her musical career, Loretta became best known as Lady Lee for her impressionable, breath-taking performance and striking imitation of the Legendary singer, Billie Holiday. Additionally, she has performed in numerous capacities at jazz clubs and many other establishments throughout the Chicago-land area. She has also given remarkable performances as an R&B and Gospel soloist. In addition to singing, Loretta enjoys roller skating, stepping, and Latin dancing. With great passion and love, she continuously sings and performs from the bottom of her soul and is truly a phenomenal entertainer.


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Friday March 8, 2013

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Saturday March 16, 2013

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Hw C M FLOS PERROS CUBANOS

Los Perros Cubanos feature the music of Cubas Golden Age of the 1940s and 1950s. Influences include Beny More, Compay Segundo, Arsenio Rodriguez, Eliades Ochoa, Buena Vista Social Club, Ibrahim Ferrer, Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, and Willie Colon.

Prepare to dance the night away!

Music now available at iTunes and Amazon.


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Saturday March 2, 2013 6PM-10PM

Solo Piano & VocalsCyranos546 N.Wells St., Chicago, IL312.467.0546______________________________________

Hw C M FMARC POMPE

Marc Pompe began performing around Rush Street as a solo piano/vocal in the mid fiftys and was influenced by the music of Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk. Vocal influences include Frank Sinatra, Joe Williams, Ella Fitzgerald, Carmen McCrae and Jon Hendricks. In 1965, Marc left Chicago to work out of New York and played at Jillys (NYC), Eddies Backstreet in St. Thomas, The Gaslight Club in Toronto and Mothers Lounge in Pittsburgh. After 40 years of performing, 1997 saw the release of Marcs first CD, Nobody Else But Me, on Kopaesthetics Records. Since then, Marc has released 4 additional albums.


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Hw C M FMARK MOULTRUP

Mark Moultrup is a keyboardist, vocalist, composer, arranger, and educator originally from Detroit and now residing in Chicago. Many of his compositions are featured on his cds, and have also been heard on promo spots, childrens CDs and national television. Mark has been a full-time working musician for over 30 years. Venues include work in jazz clubs, festivals, musical theater, concert stages, churches, studios, dance clubs, private and corporate functions,and has performed throughout the United States, as well as Europe, South and Central America, and the Carribean.


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Thurs-Sun February 21-24, 2013 8PM/10PM/4PM

Performing w/t Marquis Hill QuartetJazz Showcase806 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago, IL312.360.0264www.jazzshowcase.com______________________________________

Hw C M FMARLENE ROSENBERG

Marlene Rosenberg has emerged as one of the most talented and multi-faceted bass players on the scene today. She has played professionally throughout the United States, Europe, Latin America and Japan, performing with innumerable jazz luminaries, such as Kenny Barron, Frank Foster, Stan Getz, Albert Tootie Health, Joe Henderson, Marian McPartland, Cedar Walton, Wallace Roney, David Fathead Newman, Monty Alexander, Kevin Mahogony, Frank Morgan Frank Wess, Joe Williams and Nancy Wilson.


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Gelato & SinatraVia Gelato & Cafe1853 Tower Drive, Glenview, IL847.729.7088www.viagelato.com______________________________________

April 13, 2013 8PM-10PM

Gelato & SinatraVia Gelato & Cafe1853 Tower Drive, Glenview, IL847.729.7088www.viagelato.com______________________________________

Hw C M FMICHAEL HUTCHINS

Michael Hutchins says Get ready to set sail Beyond The Sea with the smoothest voice to hit the stage since Ol Blue Eyes himself, singing the music of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and Dean Martin.

Whether you are young or Young At Heart you will enjoy every minute of Michaels performance.


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Hw C M FMICK ARCHER

Mick Archer has toured the world as a solo act and sideman, performing in hotels, clubs, concert venues, and cruise ships. He was the pianist in residence at The Tokyo Westin in the Summer of 2004, and since then has traveled to Holland, Germany, Ireland, England, Denmark, Sweden, Estonia, Finland and Norway to bring his unique act to worldwide audiences. Besides his career as a solo pianist/vocalist, Mick leads a trio, a Celtic Rock band (The Chicago Rovers), has one of the best dueling piano acts anywhere, and a specialty piano duo (The Blues 88s).

Mick Archer is ... an impressive master of ceremonies. Whether its putting hecklers in their place or singing an original, the Southside native is a natural showman. The Chicago Tribune

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Beaudivan @ OHareUnited Terminal 1 OHare Intl Airport, Chicago IL______________________________________

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Bubbles Wine Bar @ OHareAmerican Terminal,OHare Intl Airport, Chicago IL______________________________________

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Blues 88sChicago ILNo Cover______________________________________

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Performing with SpiralBar Umbriago6 West Hubbard, Chicago IL773.555.1212www.barumbriago.com______________________________________

Hw C M FMIKE FROST

Mike Frost has been a featured performer with blues legend Otis Rush, and has been a member/soloist with many prominent jazz bands in the city. Mike has also played on various recordings with musicians from the bands of Miles Davis and David Sanborn and leads the Mike Frost Project, one of the most exciting jazz groups to be based in Chicago during the past few years. With three CD releases, MFP plays straight-ahead jazz, using great songs from the past plus contributing new originals in a complementary style. The group performs a modern day version of an earlier style but in their own way.


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TUESDAYS 8PM-11PMPerforming w/t the Stephanie Browning TrioBar Umbriago6 West Hubbard, Chicago ILwww.barumbriago.com______________________________________

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Performing with Spiral (Jazz & Funk)Bar Umbriago6 West Hubbard, Chicago ILwww.barumbriago.com______________________________________

Hw C M FMIKE JEFFERS

Mike Jeffers, drummer and president of Chicago Jazz Magazine and ChicagoJazz.com has over 20 years of professional musical performance experience. Jeffers has traveled extensively throughout college as a member of the University of North Texas percussion ensemble. He has performed with different jazz and rock groups at such venues as Carnegie Hall, the House of Blues, Taste of Chicago, Green Mill, Andys Jazz Club, The Metro, Schubas, Double Door and many other clubs, festivals and venues throughout the country. Currently he is a freelance musician who runs his own entertainment company, Chicago Jazz Entertainment, booking his variety of musical groups for private events, festivals and club dates throughout the country.


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Hw C M FMIKE STARON

NOTEABLE QUOTESHes a versatile, forward looking and accomplished performer.JazzTimes

His bowing is some of the best I ever heard. He is a true rival of Mike Formanek, Dave Holland, and Paul Rogers.Beyond Coltrane / Fred Barrett

Mike to me has a lot of technique and hes perfect for playing in a trio because hes inspirational, he will follow my chords, whatever melody I play he will follow, he will change key with me; which is what I need.Hal Russell Hal An Oral History


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Hw C M FNANETTE FRANK

Nanette Frank One of Chicagos jazz greatsnamed by WGN Morning News. An Impeccable five octave vocal range, Shes the voice behind such major brands as Coca-Cola (Always Coca-Cola) national radio, TV spots originally released as a 12inch dance single. The ad became the longest running advertising campaign in the companys history. Nanette also launched the Crest Multicare product line with her rendition of If I Could. Whether shes performing at festivals, like The Taste Of Chicago, The African Arts Festival or any number of high profile charity and social events, Nanettes unique and often magical blend of jazz, traditional, and R&B Turns out the house wherever she performs.


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Hw C M FNICK SCHNEIDER

Nick Schneider is rated as one of the top bass players in jazz today. He has performed with such greats as Randy Brecker, Eddie Higgins, Buddy Rich Big Band, Teddy Wilson, And The Tonight Show Band just to name a few. Nick currently teaches at Oakton Community College, The University of Wisconsin Indianhead Arts Center, and through his private studio.

Nick is also a member of The Bruce Oscar Trio which hosts several different jam sessions throughout Chicago.


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Hw C M FRAY BAILEY


Ray Bailey is an accomplished musician and band leader as well as an exciting performer of all jazz styles. In the Chicago area he has performed at most major country clubs, hotels and in local jazz clubs such as Andys, The Back Room, Bella Vista, The Green Mill, Green Dolphin Street, Pops for Champaign, Joes Be-bop Caf and may others that have come and gone. The Ray Bailey Jazz Quintet played to standing-room-only crowds for 19 summers in the Garden Caf of the Art Institute of Chicago.


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Hw C M FRHONDA BROWNE

Rhonda High Browne has been a singer/songwriter for a number of years in the Chicago area and elsewhere. After a successful career as a print model for Jewel Foods, Soft Sheen Hair Products, and several others, she returned to her first love of music, where she received her Associates Degree in Fine Arts from South Suburban College and her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Columbia College Chicago in Jazz Vocal Performance. Rhonda has worked with some of the finest musicians in Chicago such as Roger Harris, Chuck Webb, Curtis Robinson, (to name a few). Currently, Rhonda is the bandleader vocalist of her R&B, Jazz trio Pieces. She performs at weddings, corporate functions and various social events and describes her music as Feel Good Music.


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Hw C M FRITA McCONVILLE

Rita McConville has been singing professionally to the delight of Midwest audiences for over 10 years in venues ranging from legendary jazz clubs like The Green Mill to various dancehalls, roadhouses and churches. As testament to her rare versatility, Rita has been known to sing both legs of a wedding, nailing the ceremony and reception with equally soulful precision. If you havent heard about Rita McConville before, thats understandable because she has been engaging her musical passion full time only recentlyor as she likes to put it, as a recovering local television director, nearly three years clean.


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Hw C M FROBIN WATSON

Robin Watson is Jazzlady Robin. A vocalist/leader, her styling is described to be an appealing blend of Sarah, Dinah, Carmen and Nina, while her creativity is clearly influenced by that of her distant cousin, Ella. Robins performance career has spanned decades through Chicagos premiere jazz venues, wooing audiences from large stages - Petrillo Bandshell, Garfield Park Conservatory, Pheasant Run, United Center, Odyssey Cruises, Showboat, Empress and Majestic Star Casinos- and more intimate music rooms at the Peninsula Hotel, Braxtons, Tuscanys, John & Tonys, Metropolitan Club, Como Inn, Backroom and Cotton Clubs. Robin has a BA in vocal performance from Spelman College. Her humor, energy and authenticity make her performances compelling and engaging.


Saturday March 9, 2013

John & Tonys27NW371 North Ave., West Chicago, IL 60185630.520.0593www.johnandtonys.com______________________________________

Saturday March 23, 2013 8:30PM-11:30PM

Tapas 7232 Music on Madison7232 West Madison, Forest Park, IL 60130708.689.8077www.tapas7232.com______________________________________

Saturday April 13, 2013 8:30PM-11:30PM

Tapas 7232 Music on Madison7232 West Madison, Forest Park, IL 60130708.689.8077www.tapas7232.com______________________________________

Saturday April 20, 2013

John & Tonys27NW371 North Ave., West Chicago, IL 60185630.520.0593www.johnandtonys.com______________________________________

Saturday April 27, 2013 7PM -12PM

Holy Family Jazz Extravaganza at Saint Ignatius Commons1018 W. Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60603312.822.1239www.holyfamilychicago.org______________________________________

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