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Exciting Weekend at Nighttown Starts Tonight

Nighttown Cleveland by Nighttown / Jim Wadsworth Productions

Hi Folks.

We've got a really exciting weekend in store for you here at Nighttown!

Tonight (Thursday), we're going classical with "The Art of the Fugue". This is a one person show with the worldrenown cellist Steuart Pincombe. It's presented by Music in Familiar Places, and you can name your own entry price. Noadvance sale tickets, just come to the door, and tell our hostess what you'd like to pay. How cool is that!!

Then on Friday, making their debut at Nighttown, is the soul and contemporary jazz band Soundoctrine. These cats hailfrom the Youngstown region, and they are making a splash everywhere they go. They've got four records out with a fifth tobe released in the near future. Time to catch them.

Then on Saturday, catch one of the hottest jazz artists on the circuit today,Wolff & Clark Expedition. Michael Wolff is best known for having beenthe music director for The Arsenio Hall Show, as well as a member ofCannonball Adderley's famopus group. Mike Clark is well known for his manyyears playing with and leading The Headhunter's (Herbie Hancock's originalgroup). If that's not enough, guitarist Gaetano Letizia and his trio will beopening. It'll be a fantastic Double Bill.

Then on Monday, you don't want to miss this year's rendition of theBaldwin Wallace Musical Theater Program. Each year is different withthis year's juniors and graduating seniors. Catch them before they hit it bigon Broadway!

Hope you can join us for some or all of these exciting concerts this weekend at Nighttown.

Jim WadsworthNighttown / Jim Wadsworth Productions

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Just Added3/24 The Art of the Fugue (Bach, Beethoven, & Brahms) 3/28 Baldwin Wallace Musical Theater Program 4/01 The Sonic Poets 4/02 Norman Connors 4/06 IN2ATIVE 4/07 John McCutcheon 4/08 Tony Cuda's Jazz Cats 4/09 Ralph Peterson Trio featuring The Curtis Brothers 4/10 Cleveland Cello Quartet 4/13 Marilyn Cordial Mincer 4/16 Joyce Moreno & Kenny Werner 4/17 An Evening with the Saxophone 4/23 Phillip 'Doc' Martin 4/27 Javon Jackson 4/29 Tom Chapin 4/30 The Numbers Band (15-60-75)3/

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Nighttown Student Discount PolicyStudents up to age 26 are 1/2 off the regular price. Student priced tickets are only available the night of theshow, are available only at the door, and are subject toavailability. Students must have a photo ID from agenerally-recognized high school, college or university. Full-paying ticket holders get priority on admission andseating. Certain select shows have no discount based onarrangements with the artist. On evenings when thereare two shows (i.e. shows at 7 & 9PM), the discount isonly good for the second show. Students under the age of18 must be accompanied by an adult paying full price inorder to be eligible for the discount.

The Art of the Fugue (Bach, Beethoven, &Brahms)$10,000.00 Thursday 3/24 8:00 pm Name your own price - at the door

Presented by Music in Familiar Spaces, the concert will feature internationally-recognized musician SteuartPincombe (cello) in a program that explores the brilliant fugal writing of these three masters.

Article in the Plain Dealer::

http://www.cleveland.com/musicdance/index.ssf/2016/03/have_trailer_will_travel_celli.html#incart_river_home

WCLV interview with Bill O'Connell:

http://wclv.ideastream.org/wclv/music-in-familiar-spaces-steuart-and-michelle-pincombe

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SounDoctrine$15.00 Friday 3/25 8:30 pm Buy Tickets

From Youngstown, Ohio! Top Notch Contemporary Jazz from Northeast Ohio Jazz Masters!

Original Alternative Funk Jazz Fusionists, SOUNDOCTRINE first appeared at The Northeastern Ohio Gospel MusicConnection in January 2002. Two weeks later they opened for Grammy Winner Bobby “Blue” Bland. The grouphas continued recording and performing throughout Northern Ohio, Western Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginiaand in to New York state. SOUNDOCTRINE’s award winning debut “PERSEVERANCE,” released on their own NIAYANA RECORDINGS labelearned the band the Nu Soul Album of the Year from Soul Patrol. Their follow up “SD Live!!!” was anunderground smash throughout the globalIndie Artist community. The band’s third project, “ENDURANCE” was released to International rave reviews andwas chosen #3 Best Jazz Funk Album by Soul Patrol. The album offered up three tunes which maintained rotationon The Weather Channel, featuring the Jim Couchenour penned “Smallmouth Bass” remixed by Smooth JazzLegend, Bob Baldwin. Their hit single “Chi Tea” remains the theme song for WFMJ-TV21’s Community Connectionsince its release. SOUNDOCTRINE was nominated Best Jazz Artist by the American Gospel Music Awards. They list amongprestigious Capital Jazz Fest Finalists and have performed at Cleveland’s famed Rock and Roll Museum as part ofWZAK 93.1 FM’s “Rock and Soul Day.” SOUNDOCTRINE was the Host Band for Soul Patrol’s Annual Black Heritage

WZAK 93.1 FM’s “Rock and Soul Day.” SOUNDOCTRINE was the Host Band for Soul Patrol’s Annual Black HeritageFestival in Philadelphia, PA and have performed alongside the legendary Delfonics, Angel Woodruff, MichaelHenderson, Gordon Chambers, Sonnyboy and Marlon Saunders. Their early music and Border’s Blitz Tour, documented by noted filmmaker, Art Byrd was a feature film short atthe Hollywood Black Film Festival. The film was featured throughout the event in Hollywood, CA in June 2004. SOUNDOCTRINE’s fourth release, the critically acclaimed “INSPIRE” containing the hit single “Marriage” gainedimmediate airplay on The Weather Channel and inclusion on the US New Jazz compilation, “Jazz Infusion Vol II”airing across the country. Finalizing work on “SOURCE,” their fifth album, SOUNDOCTRINE has already released three singles, each onegarnering significant buzz. “After All,” Selah” and a sizzling cover of the Bobby Womack classic, “Stop On By”which continues to build on national radio and is in heavy rotation of 103.7FM, The Wave. SOUNDOCTRINE has opened for Grammy Winner Kirk Whalum, Spyro Gyra, Pieces of a Dream, Freddy Jackson,Con Funk Shun and The Ohio Players to name a few.

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Wolff & Clark Expedition $20.00 Saturday 3/26 8:30 pm Buy Tickets

All-Star NYC/New Orleans Group hit the stage at Nighttown! Featuring: Michael Wolff-piano, Mike Clark-drums, Haley Niswanger-sax, & Andy McKee-bass

Special Opening Act: Gaetano Letizia Trio! Featuring: Gaetano Letizia-guitar, WilburKrebs-electric bass, & Mike Clark-drums.The newly formed band, Wolff & Clark Expedition, is co-led by pianist Michael Wolff and drummer Mike Clark.Both musicians started their careers in the San Francisco Bay area in the 1970's and have continued to create,record and perform into the new millennium. Both have backgrounds performing and recording in the bands ofthe premiere jazz musicians of their time.

Michael Wolff was a member of the bands of Cannonball Adderley, Sonny Rollins, Jean Luc Ponty, Airto Moreiraand Flora Purim, and singer Nancy Wilson, among many others. As musical director of The Arsenio Hall Show,Wolff performed with artists ranging from Yo Yo MA to Grandmaster Flash, and with Wayne Shorter, HerbieHancock, and Chick Corea as well.

Mike Clark created his own innovative style of drumming as a member of Herbie Hancock's Headhunters Band,and has gone on to be a leader of the Headhunters himself. Clark has performed and recorded with WayneShorter, Wallace Roney, Donald Harrison, Chet Baker, Christian McBride, Eddie Henderson, Nicholas Payton,Lenny White, and countless others.

The music of the Wolff & Clark Expedition takes advantage of the experience and soulful playing of Wolff andClarkCD, combining their looseness and experimental jazz natures with their funky roots. They play their owndeconstructed takes on funky classics such as “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy,” “Song for My Father,” and the Beatle's“Come Together.” They also deconstruct jazz standards such as Charlie Parker's “My Little Suede Shoes,” andCole Porter's “What Is This Thing Called Love?”.

Both Michael Wolff and Mike Clark are respected composers, and their originals are a large part of the mix.

The Wolff & Clark Expedition presents a jazz performance that is acoustic, funky, swinging, loose, free, fun, andsoulful. Exciting and in the moment, the whole range of emotions are evoked by the music this band creates.

Review of Wolf & Clark Expedition at All-About-Jazz

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Baldwin Wallace Musical Theater Program

Baldwin Wallace Musical Theater Program$10.00 Monday 3/28 7:00 pm Buy Tickets

Next generation of Broadway Stars hit the stage at Nighttown!Here's another stellar presentation from one of the best musical theater schools in the U.S.

This nationally recognized program was recently named one of the top ten Music Theatre programs in thecountry. Under the helm of Victoria Bussert, BWMT has risen over the past twenty years to produce a showcase inNYC that attracts hundreds of talent scouts from around the country. This year's performance includesrecognizable tunes, along with some of the newest songs from the stage.

On March 28th, Nighttown presents the Baldwin Wallace Music Theatre (BWMT) seniors. These seniors, about topresent their showcase for NYC’s top agents and casting directors, are debuting a set that will also be performedat New York’s historic 54 Below supper club. Be sure to catch this class while they’re still in Cleveland!

Feinstein's/54 Below opened in June 3, 2012 as 54 Below. Its designers include architect Richard H. Lewis, setdesigner John Lee Beatty, lighting designer Ken Billington, and sound designer Peter Hylenski. Scott Wittman alsoserves as Creative Consultant.

Feinstein's/54 Below features a variety of musical artists and styles, including musical theatre, opera, and jazz,the last of which was featured in a series co-produced with WBGO.

In September 2015, 54 Below announced a creative alliance with performer and singer, pianist, and musicrevivalist Michael Feinstein, becoming Feinstein's/54 Below.

Click here for Plain Dealer article "Baldwin Wallace University's Victoria Bussert has molded talent, lighted the way forBroadway-bound actors"

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The Sonic Poets$15.00 Friday 4/01 8:30 pm Buy Tickets

From Chicago! Jazz Quintet plays original compositions, with solid grooves and world music influences.

Featuring: Jeff Kier-piano and composer, Michael Hershenson-guitar and composer, Dave Grilly-sax, LannyGrilly-drums, and Brian Sandstrom-acoustic bass.

The group members have a long history in Jazz – they’ve played with, or shared the stage with jazz greats, such asAhmad Jamal, Herbie Hancock, Sonny Stitt,, Elvin Jones, Buster Williams, Willie Pickens, Henry Johnson, ChuckWebb, Dave Liebman, Bill Evans, Mose Allison, Judy Roberts, Hal Russell, John Campbell, Hoagy Carmichael,Frank D.Rone, Howard Levy, Rusty Jones, Robert Shy, Mark Walker, Mayo Tiana, James Sanders, Fareed Haque,Gallib Ghalab, Larry Novak, Larry Coryell, Tina Turner…just to name a few. They are called upon to play as guest artists, at universities, such as, The University Of Chicago, Triton College,Northeastern University, and Roosevelt College. The members have played across the nation from The LionShare in San Francisco, The Desert Inn in Las Vegas, The Jazz Showcase & The Green Mill in Chicago, and Smallsin Greenwich Village. The Sonic Poets perform pianist Jeff Kier's jazz compositions. Mark Stevens, a San Francisco DJ, commented that"Jeff was emerging as one of the great composers of our time." Their last CD, "Goin' Places!", by Jeff Kier & TheGrilly Brothers, on the BluJazz label, was Grammy Recognized in 2009. The Sonic Poets current show combines Jeff's indelible melodies and the band’s unique fusion of solid groovesand seductive world-rhythms.

and seductive world-rhythms. Much of Jeff Kier's music has been scored for both Symphony & Jazz Orchestras. Examples recorded live at TheJazz Showcase can be found under the "Orchestra Project" menu at:http://thesonicpoets.com

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Norman Connors $30.00 Saturday 4/02 8:00 pm Buy Tickets 10:00 pm Buy Tickets

Legendary Drummer and Producer Back at Nighttown!Playing all of his hits including "You are My Starship", "Valentine Love", "Betcha My Golly Wow", and More!

Like Roy Ayers, George Benson, and Patrice Rushen, Norman Connors is best known for his major RB hits butstarted out as a jazz improviser. The drummer/composer was born and raised in Philadelphia, where he lived inthe same neighborhood as Bill Cosby and became interested in jazz when he was only a child. Connors was injunior high when he began sneaking into jazz clubs and sat in for Elvin Jones at a John Coltrane gig.

Connors went on to study music at Philly's Temple University and the Juilliard School of Music in New York. Gigswith Jackie McLean, Jack McDuff and Sam Rivers followed, and he was first recorded as a sideman when ArchieShepp employed him on his 1967 Impulse session Magic of JuJu.

After touring with Pharoah Sanders and playing on several of his albums, Connors signed with Buddah'sCobblestone label in 1972 and recorded his first album as a leader, Dance of Magic. A few more jazz-orientedCobblestone and Buddah dates followed, and it was in 1975 that Connors made R&B his main priority withSaturday Night Special (which included the number ten soul hit "Valentine Love"). The rest of the 1970s foundConnors featuring R&B singers prominently (including Michael Henderson, Jean Carn, and the late Phyllis Hyman)and scoring such R&B hits as "We Both Need Each Other," "Once I've Been There," and the lovely "You Are MyStarship."

Currently Norman Connors is touring in support of his latest CD "Star Power" on Shanachie records. He will befeaturing his six piece touring group and promises to perform all of his classic hits.

Don't miss legendary drummer, producer, and vocalist Norman Connors for a special engagement inthe intimate Music Room of Nighttown.

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Cleveland Opera Theater presents ColePorter at Nighttown$40.00 Sunday 4/03 6:00 pm Buy Tickets

Eat, Drink and Enjoy the great music of Cole Porter!

Produced by Cleveland Opera theater

Featuring:

Andrea Anelli, soprano

Rebecca Freshwater, soprano

Benjamin Czarnota, baritone

Marge Adler, piano

Cole Porter's music is a timeless soundtrack for life, loss, love, and relationships. Experience the genius of thisiconic composer and lyricist, and the evolution of his musical and linguistic style that both reflected and shapedthe culture of the time!

Nighttown's food and drink menu will be available for purchase à la carte with service at your table

Reserve your seats today!

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IN2ATIVE$10.00 Wednesday 4/06 7:00 pm Buy Tickets

CIM Graduates, and Avant Garde Duo Kimberly Zaleski-Flute, & Trevor Kazarian-Cello, mix genres includingclassical, jazz, beat box, and more, with original compositions, and contemporary improvisational forms.

Adventurous new music Live at Nighttown!

Their motive has always been to emotionally connect with their audience while breaking the boundaries of twohistorically conservative, classical instruments.

Although classically trained at the Cleveland Institute of Music, IN2ATIVE's vibe is anything but traditional. Thisavant-garde duo, consisting of Kimberly Zaleski (flute) and Trevor Kazarian (cello) specializes in a fusion ofmusical genres, combining the street rhythms of beat-box with more contemporary improvisational forms, quite"out of the box." The combination and blending of musical styles, mixed with jamming high energy and beat-boxing swing creates a product that is sweet but also very passionate. All of their pieces are originalcompositions, inspired by events and experiences, both past and present.

This year, IN2ATIVE has been chosen as Musicians-in Residence at the Cleveland Clinic, an honor garnered fromtheir consistent outreach initiative through both the Clinic and University Hospitals. They are also performingand teaching artists on the roster of the Center for Arts-Inspired Learning Agency (CAL). Through CAL, they haveprogrammed both performances and workshops for children ranging in age from pre-school through highschool. They are very excited to present their music for students at Penn State University this fall 2016.

IN2ATIVE was the first prize winner for the 2014 Young Artist Initiative Competition as part of the Ohio ArtsPresenters Network Conference. Quoted by Jim Walker, former principal flute of the LA Philharmonic: "[IN2ATIVE] is one of the freshest concepts intoday's music scene. The musicians are first rate and their music is only innovative, but appealing to alllisteners."

IN2ATIVE has also been reviewed in CMUSE music news by Andrea Caccese: "The music created by avant-garde,

IN2ATIVE has also been reviewed in CMUSE music news by Andrea Caccese: "The music created by avant-garde,flute and cello duo, [IN2ATIVE] offers a great example of how two apparently different musical cultures cancome together and create something truly astonishing."

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John McCutcheon$30.00 Thursday 4/07 8:00 pm Buy Tickets

Singer/Songwriter & Folk Music Legend returns to Nighttown! Back by popular demand!

John McCutcheon is one of folk music’s great living storytellers. Revered around the world for his thoughtful andinspiring songwriting and mastery of the hammered dulcimer, John McCutcheon’s career spans over twentyalbums and seven Grammy nominations.

Wisconsin native John McCutcheon is an American folk music singer and multi-instrumentalist who has produced34 albums since the 1970s.He is regarded as a master of the hammered dulcimer, and is also proficient on manyother instruments including guitar, banjo, autoharp, mountain dulcimer, fiddle, and jawharp.

McCutcheon, whose family background encompasses farmers and shoemakers, started playing guitar in theearly 60s. He picked up a great number of traditional American songs and tunes from the Appalachians, andlearned a wealth of instruments, including fiddle, banjo, autoharp and, most notably, the hammer-dulcimer. Hisplaying of the latter encompasses folk, classical, jazz and many other elements. McCutcheon's extensiverecording legacy has attracted a string of awards, and also seven Grammy nominations. He has recordedexclusively for Rounder Records since the early 80s. Howjadoo was the first of several children's albums whichhave established McCutcheon as arguably the leading artist within the genre. In the 90s his children's recordingsincluded the Grammy-nominated Four Seasons series, which featured many compositions co-written with long-time friend and collaborator, Si Kahn. McCutcheon has also collected and recorded a good deal of Nicaraguanmusic, which was released by Rounder as a double album, Nicaragua Presente!, in 1989. McCutcheon's prolificwork rate has included production work for several other folk artists, and he has also had published songbooksand instructional materials.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness a living legend perform live on the Nighttown stage.

Click here to read the article in the Plain Dealer / Cleveland.com from John's last appearance in 2015

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Tony Cuda's Jazz Cats$10.00 Friday 4/08 8:30 pm Buy Tickets

North Coast Electric Bassist leads All-Star Contemporary Jazz Band!

North Coast Electric Bassist leads All-Star Contemporary Jazz Band!

Featuring: Tony Cuda - Bass/Composer; Dan Maier - Keyboards; Dave Kasper - Sax; Chris Cuda - Guitar;Carlos Kincaid - Drums

Tony Cuda is a bass player and composer. He is a graduate of Cleveland Hts High. Tony attended BerkleeCollege of Music in Boston for 3 years in the late 1970's and received a Masters degree from John CarrollUniversity in education. His musical influences include Weather Report, Chic Corea, Mahavishnu Orchestra, MilesDavis, Yes, King Crimson and many others. As part of CuDa, RenKo & CuDa, the band released 3 CD's andperformed as an opening act for many international artists.

Dan Maier attended Berklee School, New England Conservatory, and studied jazz piano with Lennie Tristano, JakiByard, Ran Blake. In NYC, Dan was a member of Blood, Sweat, and Tears, and toured with Philip Glass andWoody Herman. In Cleveland, Dan plays at the jazz club, Nighttown, where he recently led trios for Cheryl Bentineof Manhattan Transfer, Nicole Henry, Alexis Cole, Jackie Ryan, and Ann Hampton Callaway.

Chris Cuda is a self-taught acoustic/electric/synth guitarist. Chris has a new release coming out this year with KipReed (Bass), Steve Renko (Drums), as well as other guests. Chris has recorded and/or performed with DavidThomas (Rocket From The Tombs & Pere Ubu), Horns & Things, Sonny Geraci (The Outsiders), Len Berry, TommyRoe, Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon, Leslie Gore, Billy J. Krammer, The Shangri-La’s, Gilby Clarke (Guns & Roses,MC5, Heart), and Chris's primary band - CuDa RenKo CuDa since 2006.

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Ralph Peterson Trio featuring The CurtisBrothers$20.00 Saturday 4/09 8:30 pm Buy Tickets

Master Drummer, leads cutting edge Trio! Featuring: Ralph Peterson-Drums, Zaccai Curtis-Piano, & LuquesCurtis-Acoustic Bass.

Featuring music from their new release "TriAngular III" on Onyx Music & Truth Revolution Records.

A great sequel is a rarity worth waiting for. Drummer/composer Ralph Peterson returns to the trio format for onlythe third time in 30 years on TriAngular III, due out April 8 via Peterson's own Onyx Music label and TruthRevolution Records. This time out he's joined by brothers Zaccai and Luques Curtis on piano and bass, adding anew incarnation to the prestigious TriAngular lineage. Recorded live at New Haven's Firehouse 12, TriAngular III provides not only a showcase for Peterson's boundlessenergy and imagination, but also a testament to the healing power of music. TriAngular III will be released just days before the drummer marks a landmark 20 years drink and drug free. "I'mnow approaching the balance where I've been clean longer than I ever used," he says, "and that's a powerfulexample of what is possible through faith. It shows the restorative and healing power of the music to move youthrough situations in life that can be challenging." Given the evidence of the music contained herein, which bristles with electric interplay and abundant joy, RalphPeterson has plenty of life and music left in him. The album is a fitting successor to its two predecessors: 1988'sTriangular with Geri Allen and Essiet Essiet, and 2000's Triangular 2 with David Kikoski and Gerald Cannon. "The trio is one of the purest vehicles for expression in this music," Peterson says. "With the right players you cansound like an orchestra." Peterson is particularly proud of the line-up for this outing, as Luques Curtis was a student of the drummer's atBerklee College of Music and he's therefore known both brothers for nearly half their lives. "Our families haveadopted each other," he says. "The fact that they're brothers makes them seem telepathic at times, and I think ofthem as my brothers. These two guys never rest on their laurels. They're always pushing the music forward,they're always trying to get something different out of it, and that's good for me as I get older."

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Cleveland Cello Quartet$10.00 Sunday 4/10 7:00 pm Buy Tickets

All Things Cello! Playing a Genre Bending Fusion of Classical, Jazz, & Pop.

Featuring CIM Graduates: Anna Hurt, Carlyn Kessler, Sophie Benn, & Eva Ribchinsky.

The Cleveland Cello Quartet makes its Nighttown debut! Celebrating all things cello, the group is quicklyestablishing itself as a fresh sound in the Cleveland music scene, performing a genre-bending fusion of classical,jazz, and pop. Featuring cello virtuosi Anna Hurt, Carlyn Kessler, Sophie Benn, and Eva Ribchinsky Founded in the summer of 2015, the Cleveland Cello Quartet is a dynamic ensemble dedicated to promoting thecello as a versatile and eclectic instrument. The members met while studying at the Cleveland Institute of Music,where they discovered a common love for exploring a modern crossover of musical styles. They combine theirclassical training with a diverse range of influences, from Django Reinhardt to Ella Fitzgerald to Broadway showtunes.

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Marilyn Cordial Mincer$10.00 Wednesday 4/13 7:00 pm Buy Tickets

North Coast Jazz Vocalist returns to Nighttown with All-Star Group!

Featuring: Marilyn Cordial Mincer-vocals, Dan Maier-piano, Dallas Coffey-bass, & Bill Ransom-drums.

Acclaimed singer Marilyn Cordial Mincer, a Cleveland favorite, will perform music of Johnny Mercer, Cole Porter,Duke Ellington, Burt Bacharach, Luis Demetrio, Pablo Ruiz and more. Joining Marilyn is her trio of Jazz All-Starsincluding: Dan Maier, piano, Dallas Coffey, bass, & Professor of Jazz Percussion at Cleveland State University, BillRansom. Throughout the evening, Marilyn will feature CIM students to highlight jazz talent at the ClevelandInstitute of Music.

Marilyn's warm and sultry voice is an unmistakable original. Her CD, "Marilyn Cordial The Jazz Project," featuresMarilyn's soulful performances of traditional and straight-ahead jazz, r & b, swing, soulful ballads, and Latinrhythms.

Marilyn performs around the U.S. and international travels including NYC, Paris, London, Munich, cities in Italyand Spain, Croatia and others. Marilyn has opened for musical artists: Tina Turner, Janet Jackson, Stevie Nicks,Edwin McCain, blues artist Beth Hart and others. Marilyn sings the national anthem for NBA teams including theCleveland Cavaliers and the Houston Rockets, and for special events including House of Blues Chicago GospelBrunch and the IMG Grand Prix in Cleveland.

At age three, Marilyn, taught by her mother, wrote her first song on piano and began studying music and learningto play every instrument she could find. As a teenager she began focusing all of her musical talents on herfavorite styles... pop, jazz, and r & b. She performed in theater productions at The Ohio State University as"Rizzo," in Grease and others.

What is reflected in Marilyn's music today is the passion and appreciation for diverse soulful musical styles, aninnate love of rhythm and excitement to always create something new.With excellent reviews and excitement about "The Jazz Project," Marilyn Cordial's debut release is a jazz hit. Besure to seek out her live shows in support of this great album and her always exciting performances.

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Joyce Moreno & Kenny Werner$25.00 Saturday 4/16 8:30 pm Buy Tickets

Legendary Brazilian Vocalist and Composer, Joyce Moreno teams up with Dynamic American Pianist KennyWerner for intimate Duo Performance at Nighttown!

Playing music from their brand new CD "Poesia" on Pirouet Records.

“…One of the best singers of all times!… As if it weren’t enough, Joyce is a great composer and plays ace guitar!What an amazing woman!” Antonio Carlos Jobim, 1987.

“Joyce is a Brazilian treasure”DownBeat magazine, 2010.

Born in Rio de Janeiro, the singer, composer, arranger and instrumentalist JOYCE MORENO has in her portfolio400 recordings of songs she has authored, interpreted by the greatest names in Brazilian popular music: ElisRegina, Gal Costa, Maria Bethânia, Milton Nascimento, Ney Matogrosso, Edu Lobo, Emilio Santiago, Boca Livre,Nana Caymmi, Zizi Possi, Elizeth Cardoso, Simone, Leny Andrade, Mônica Salmaso, and many others. BeyondBrazil, Joyce’s work has been recorded by Annie Lennox, Wallace Roney, Omara Portuondo, Black Eyed Peas,David Sanchez, Jon Lucien, Claus Ogerman, Gerry Mulligan, Till Brönner, and Flora Purim, to name a few. Joyce’scompositions have been featured in film soundtracks (e.g., The Player by Robert Altman and Legally Blonde byRobert Luketic), animations (the Japanese anime Wolf’s Rain, in partnership with composer Yoko Kanno), TVprograms, and theatrical productions. Since the beginning of her career, Joyce’s registered trademark has beenthe first-person feminine voice, which she pioneered; she was the first Brazilian songwriter to express herself inthis form, opening the way for countless other artists who followed. Joyce received four nominations for the Latin Grammy. To date, she has released 33 personal CDs and two DVDs,in addition to numerous compilations and guest appearances.

Kenny Werner has been a world-class pianist and composer for over forty years. Hisprolific output of compositions, recordings and publications continue to impact audiencesaround the world. In 1996 he wrote his landmark book, Effortless Mastery, Liberating TheMaster Musician Within. Werner has since created videos, lectured world-wide andauthored many articles on how musicians, artists or even business people can allow their“master creator” within to lift their performance to it’s highest level, showing us how tobe spontaneous, fearless, joyful and disciplined in our work and in our life.

This is an extremely unique opportunity to see and hear one of the legends ofBrazilian jazz. Don't miss this concert!

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An Evening with the Saxophone$15.00 Sunday 4/17 7:00 pm Buy Tickets

Celebration of Major NE Ohio Sax Players with All-Star Lineup featuring: Johnny Cochran-sax, Chris Coles-sax,Drene Ivy-Piano & Musical Director, Louis Hohl-Flute, Ray DeForest-bass, & Sunny Tabler-drums.

A Jazz Elexir Concert Series Show. Presented in Association with Quad City Productions.

Phillip 'Doc' Martin$25.00 Saturday 4/23 8:30 pm Buy Tickets

Contemporary Jazz Saxophonist from Washington DC and his band return to Nighttown!

Balancing the rigors of life as a board certified Dentist with the grind of life as an independent artist is no smallfeat. That’s why when Phillip “Doc” Martin pulls it off with such ease and skill it’s awe inspiring. For him, it’s justanother “Good Day At Work”, which is why his latest CD is so appropriately titled. The release of his fourth studioalbum proves that Phillip “Doc” Martin is no flash in the pan. Boasting a strong resume of chart successes fromhis previous CDs; “Doc Martin” is a rising star who’s powerful, heartfelt melodies are wooing live audiences onstages in the US and internationally. And if Martin has his way, music fans all of world over will soon findthemselves enjoying a “good day at work” thanks to the intoxicating sounds of his alto saxophone!

“Good Day At Work”, features 10 new songs that just don’t passively fit the traditional smooth, instrumental orfunky rhythm genres. His tunes flex, bounce and bend offering audiophiles a “new sax” diagnosis. Martin playshis horn with a warm and clear tone supplemented by a amazing range that takes you on a soulful and energeticjourney with the likes of classical soul crooners like Donny Hathaway, Gerald Levert and James Brown. His uniquesound has drawn the praise of Jazz superstars George Benson, Kim Waters, and Jeff Lorber, who has proclaimedthat “Doc Martin’s music captures the energy of a live club recording…”

Born in Indiana of Jamaican parents, Martin grew up in South Florida and first began playing music in the BrowardCounty public school band program. By 14, Phillip’s mastery of the intricacies of his horn, as well as his fieryperformance style was already evident. He became a leading soloist at South Plantation High School Jazz Bandand was honored as a first chair selection to Florida’s All State Jazz Band. He went on to study at the University ofCentral Florida where he was soon invited to play as a sideman with Grammy Award winner Sam Rivers, Grammynominee Kirk Whalum, Sunnie Paxton, Wes Hamrick, Davonda Simmonds and Susaundra Lewis and the Soundsof Soul.

As Phillip continued to hone his skills he became more influenced by noted saxophone players like CharlieParker, Everette Harp, Grover Washington Jr., Dave Koz and Gerald Albright. In 2003, he recorded his first CD,“Saxappeal”, with rising music producer and keyboardist Tony Hemmings. The CD introduced Phillip to theworld, with several of its tracks becoming popular on Internet radio, including The Weather Channel . Aftergraduation, Martin moved to Washington, D.C., where he graduated from the Howard University College ofDentistry. He is currently a Board Certified Dentist working in the Washington, DC area.

Doc Martin has performed in festivals and venues across the U.S. and Caribbean including the St. Lucia JazzFestival, Catalina Jazz Festival, Bahamas Jazz Festival, Washington, Blues Alley, Philadelphia’s Dell East, LosAngeles’ Spaghettini’s, The Carolina Music Festival and the Trenton Jazz Festival.

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Javon Jackson$20.00 Wednesday 4/27 7:00 pm Buy Tickets

Dynamic Jazz Saxophonist returns to Nighttown! Presented in association with Tri-C Jazz Festival.

Javon Jackson – Tenor SaxWillie Jones, III – DrumsJeremy Manasia – PianoDavid Williams- Bass

Tenor Saxophonist Javon Jackson came into international prominence touring and recording with the legendarydrummer Art Blakey as a member of his band, Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. Symbolizing a new generationof musicians that blended tradition with neo-jazz, Jackson went on to release 14 recordings as a band leader andtour and record over 135 CDs with jazz greats including Elvin Jones, Freddie Hubbard, Charlie Haden, BettyCarter, Cedar Walton, Ron Carter, Donald Byrd, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Richard Davis, Bobby Hutcherson, Curtis Fuller,JoAnne Brackeen, Stanley Turrentine, and Ben E. King.

In 1992 Jackson made his recording debut with Me and Mr. Jones, featuring James Williams, Christian McBride andmaster drummer and NEA Jazz Master Elvin Jones. Jackson also recorded six projects for Blue Note Recordsfeaturing collaborations with Betty Carter, Dianne Reeves, Cassandra Wilson, Kenny Garrett, Jacky Terrason, JohnMedeski and Vernon Reid. Among his later recordings for Palmetto Records, Javon explored funk based jazz,incorporating the sounds of Fred Wesley, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Lenny White, Mark Whitfield and others. Javon’scurrent musical group, The Javon Jackson Band, blends many styles including jazz, funk, R&B and rock.

In 2012, Jackson released two self produced recordings, Lucky 13 and Javon Jackson and WE FOUR, CelebratingJohn Coltrane. These CDs marked his return to acoustic jazz. For Lucky 13, Javon covers music by Stevie Wonderas well as newly composed original material and is joined by a special guest, Les McCann, for three selections.Javon Jackson and WE FOUR, Celebrating John Coltrane, is a tribute to the iconic saxophonist, composer andbandleader. The release is highlighted by an appearance by NEA Jazz Master Jimmy Cobb, drummer for bothColtrane and Miles Davis.

In 2012, Javon was the recipient of the prestigious Benny Golson Award from Howard University in Washington,DC, for recognition of legendary excellence in jazz.

"Javon adds a modern twist to the music we grew up with. Everybody get ready for a funky good time." — BranfordMarsalis

"One of the fresh, creative voices on the scene today" — Ramsey Lewis

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Tom Chapin$25.00 Friday 4/29 8:30 pm Buy Tickets

Legendary Singer/Songwriter returns to Nighttown!

In a career that spans five decades, 23 albums and three GRAMMY awards, multi-talentedsinger/songwriter/guitarist Tom Chapin has covered an incredible amount of creative ground. In addition to hiswork as a recording artist and concert performer, Chapin has acted on Broadway, as well as working extensivelyin films, television and radio.

As a music-maker, Chapin has maintained two long and productive parallel careers, both as a highly respectedcontemporary folk artist and as a pioneer in the field of children's music. In the former role, Chapin hasestablished a reputation for insightful, heartfelt songcraft and effortlessly charismatic live performances.Chapin's infectious songs, sterling musicianship and personal warmth consistently shine through, whether he'sperforming on record or in a concert hall, an outdoor festival, a school, in front of a symphony orchestra or in anintimate coffeehouse.

The New York Times called Chapin "one of the great personalities in contemporary folk music."

The son of noted jazz drummer and teacher Jim Chapin and the grandson of author/critic Kenneth Burke andportrait painter James Chapin, Tom grew up in a family that encouraged artistic pursuits. He began performingprofessionally as a teenager in the early 1960s, playing in Greenwich Village folk clubs alongside his siblingsHarry and Steve as The Chapin Brothers.

Chapin launched his solo recording career with 1976's Life Is Like That. It was the first of a string of albums thatfurther established his reputation as both a gifted storyteller and a natural entertainer, winning him anuncommonly loyal fan base in the process. He also continued to venture into other creative areas, playing thelead role in the hit Broadway musical Pump Boys and Dinettes, working off-Broadway as musical director of bothCotton Patch Gospel and Harry Chapin: Lies and Legends, and serving as host of TV's National GeographicExplorer. He's also written and performed satirical topical songs for National Public Radio's Morning Edition, andhad a cameo role as the Vice Presidential candidate in Jonathan Demme's 2004 remake of The ManchurianCandidate.

A new CD, Put A Light In Your Window, features original songs, one completely reinterpreted song, and a cover ofa folk classic.

In addition to his varied musical and media endeavors, Chapin is also a powerful advocate on behalf of a varietyof charitable causes. He is an active board member of WhyHunger, the organization which the artist's olderbrother, the late singer-songwriter/activist Harry Chapin, founded (as World Hunger Year) in the 1970s. He alsoremains active in a variety of environmental causes, as well as efforts on behalf of music and the arts in ourpublic schools.

"I'm at that place in my life where I follow what interests me," Chapin concludes. "I still love the guitar, I still loveto sing, and I still love the thrill of creation: a good song, a good recording, a good concert. I feel blessed to be myown boss, creating my own material and performing for so many different audiences, ages and generations."

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The Numbers Band (15-60-75)$10.00 Saturday 4/30 8:30 pm Buy Tickets

From Kent, Ohio! Celebrating their 45th Year! Northeast Ohio Jazz, Blues, & Rock Legends hit the Stage atNighttown!

Featuring: Bob Kidney-guitar & vocals, Jack Kidney-harmonica, sax, keys, & vocals, Terry Hynde-sax, BillWatson-bass, & Frank Casamento-drums.

15 60 75 The Numbers Band has been praised by almost every national music publication and severalinternational publications since the beginning of their 30 years of live performances and recordings. Many fansare under the impression that the band remains obscure by choice. In fact, they have never been offered acontract from any recording company in the industry, ever.

The music "cannot be categorized", "it is undefinable", "too original". The music industry is not about music

The music "cannot be categorized", "it is undefinable", "too original". The music industry is not about musicanymore. It is about selling products the public can relate to. After all, it is a business. Even "alternative" musichas become a label. The founder of the band, Robert Kidney, explains, "The music industry, the media, and thetellsusourvision (TV) are defining for the American public what is good music by only playing and supporting whatis profitable. We are taught to disregard everything that is not familiar. We (The Numbers Band) give the peopleour best. Our effort goes into being creative, unique and original. We define our own sound. There are no rulesbecause we don't play the game. We are not in it for the game, we're in it for the music."

So, the band continues to create and evolve outside of the "Rock & Roll" establishment. The majority of therecordings were financed by friends who loved the music enough to put up their own money. Hundreds ofphotographs taken of the band in different stages of it's existence by different amazing people tell a story ofintense performances, long nights, and the passing of time. Band members have come and gone, and returnedagain. Robert sees music as much more than an emotional release or a performance. It is a job, a job for whichhe demands respect and payment for services.

The title of the band has always aroused curiosity from fans. The fans called them The Numbers because it waseasier than trying to get the figures right. Numbers had not been used in a name before, and the political climatein 1970 was quite Orwell-ian. Robert choose a sequence of numbers mentioned in a book written by Paul Olivercalled The Blues Fell This Morning. In the chapter "The Jinx Is On Me", Oliver describes the Numbers Racketpopular in Harlem in the 1950s and how dreams were analyzed as number sequences and used for placing bets.The band's music theory specialist, Terry Hynde, also discovered that 15 divided 15 is 1, 60 divided by 15 is 4,and 75 divided by 15 is 5. In a musician's world, "1, 4, 5," is referred to as the "universal progression".

The band resides in northeast Ohio. They have several recordings under their belt and more music than they canafford to release.

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"Late Night at Nighttown"Fridays Moss Stanley on piano 10:30PM - 1:00AM No cover

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Thursday, March 24 The Art of the Fugue (Bach, Beethoven, & Brahms) 8 PM Name your own Ticket PricePresented by Music in Familiar Spaces, the concert will feature internationally-recognized musicianteuart Pincombe (cello)in a program that explores the brilliant fugal writing of these three masters.

Friday, March 25 Soundoctrine 8:30 PM $15.From Youngstown, Ohio! Top Notch Contemporary Jazz from Northeast Ohio Jazz Masters!

Saturday, March 26 Wolff & Clark Expedition featuring Donald Harrison 8:30 PM $20.All-Star NYC/New Orleans Group hit the stage at Nighttown! Featuring: Michael Wolff-piano, Mike Clark-drums, HaleyNiswanger-sax, & Andy McKee-bass.

Monday, March 28 Baldwin Wallace Musical Theater Program 7 PM $10.Next Generation of Broadway Stars hit the stage at Nighttown!

Friday, April 1 The Sonic Poets 8:30 PM $15.From Chicago! Jazz Quintet plays original compositions, with solid grooves and world music influences. Featuring: Jeff Kier-piano and composer, Michael Hershenson-guitar and composer, Dave Grilly-sax, Lanny Grilly-drums, andBrian Sandstrom-acoustic bass.

Saturday, April 2 Norman Connors 8 & 10 PM $30.Legendary Drummer and Producer and Group back at Nighttown! Playing all of his hits including "You Are My Starship","Valentine Love", 'Betcha My Golly Wow", & more!

Wednesday, April 6 IN2ATIVE 7 PM $10.CIM Graduates, and Avant Garde Duo Kimberly Zaleski-Flute, & Trevor Kazarian-Cello, mix genres including classical, jazz,beat box, and more, with original compositions, and contemporary improvisational forms. Adventurous new music Live at Nighttown!

Thursday, April 7 John McCutcheon 8 PM $30.Singer/Songwriter & Folk Music Legend returns to Nighttown! Back by popular demand!

Friday, April 8 Tony Cuda's Jazz Cats 8:30 PM $10.North Coast Electric Bassist leads All-Star Fusion Band! Featuring: Tony Cuda - Bass/Composer; Dan Maier - Keyboards; Dave Kasper - Sax; Chris Cuda - Guitar; Carlos Kincaid -Drums

Saturday, April 9 Ralph Peterson Trio featuring The Curtis Brothers 8:30 PM $20.Master Drummer, leads cutting edge Trio! Featuring: Ralph Peterson-Drums, Zaccai Curtis-Piano, & Luques Curtis-AcousticBass. Featuring music from their new release "TriAngular III" on Onyx Music & Truth Revolution Records.

Sunday, April 10 Cleveland Cello Quartet 7 PM $10.All Things Cello! Playing a Genre Bending Fusion of Classical, Jazz, & Pop.Featuring CIM Graduates: Anna Hurt, Carlyn Kessler, Sophie Benn, & Eva Ribchinsky.

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Wednesday, April 13 Marilyn Cordial Mincer 7 PM $10.North Coast Jazz Vocalist returns to Nighttown with All-Star Group! Featuring: Marilyn Cordial Mincer-vocals, Dan Maier-piano, Dallas Coffey-bass, & Bill Ransom-drums.

Saturday, April 16 Joyce Moreno & Kenny Werner 8:30 PM $25.Legendary Brazilian Vocalist and Composer, Joyce Moreno teams up with Dynamic American Pianist Kenny Werner forintimate Duo Performance at Nighttown!Playing music from their brand new CD "Poesia" on Pirouet Records.

Sunday, April 17 An Evening with the Saxophone 7 PM $15. Celebration of Major NE Ohio Sax Players with All-Star Lineup featuring: Chris Burge-Sax, Johnny Cochran-sax, Drene Ivy-Piano & Musical Director, Louis Hohl-Flute, Ray DeForest-bass, & Sunny Tabler-drums. A Jazz Elexir Concert Series Show. Presented in Association with Quad City Productions.

Saturday, April 23 Phillip 'Doc' Martin 8:30 PM $25.Contemporary Jazz Saxophonist from Washington DC and his band return to Nighttown!

Wednesday, April 27 Javon Jackson 7 PM $20.Dynamic Jazz Saxophonist returns to Nighttown! Presented in association with Tri-C Jazz Festival. Lineup TBA.

Friday, April 29 Tom Chapin 8:30 PM $25.Legendary Singer/Songwriter returns to Nighttown!

Saturday, April 30 The Numbers Band (15-60-75) 8:30 PM $10.From Kent, Ohio! Celebrating their 45th Year! Northeast Ohio Jazz, Blues, & Rock Legends hit the Stage at Nighttown!Featuring: Bob Kidney-guitar & vocals, Jack Kidney-harmonica, sax, keys, & vocals, Terry Hynde-sax, Bill Watson-bass, &Frank Casamento-drums.

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