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Guitarist/Composer Ken Hatfield celebrates the genius of Harlem Renaissance Poet Langston Hughes with For Langston, An enthralling song cycle drawn from his Blues-steeped verse. Featuring an all-star sextet with Hilary Gardner, Jamie Baum and Hans Glawischnig. To Be Released February 1, 2013, Langstons Birthday.

A supremely lyrical guitarist and award-winning composer with a deep love of literature, Ken Hatfield is always on the lookout for texts ripe for musical interpretation. He found an ideal muse in the great American poet Langston Hughes, whose rhythmically agile verse, marked by penetrating observations about love, life and politics, takes flight on For Langston, due out on Arthur Circle Music on February 1, 2013, Langstons birthday. A chamber jazz work featuring a stellar cast of improvisers and the startlingly beautiful voice of Hilary Gardner, the album is a remarkable, deeply soulful achievement by a veteran jazz master whose name should be far better known.

For Langston encompasses many facets of Hatfields far-flung musical resume, though he initially connected with Hughes verse on a visceral level. He was particularly drawn to the way the poets phrasing and unsentimental sensibility can evoke the blues, both as a musical form and as an essential expression of African-American culture. Rather than trying to encompass the poets entire oeuvre, he carefully selected works that spoke to him musically. As Im reading them Im hearing grooves and melodies and even chord changes, Hatfield says.

Structured as a song cycle complete with a stirring overture, the album flows together gracefully, despite drawing on numerous rhythms and forms. Hatfields musical concept keyed on assembling a consistent ensemble for the entire project, one capable of improvising with gusto while exploring delicately hued passages in support of Hughes verse and Hatfields gorgeously calibrated nylon-string guitar work.

I needed to have the same musicians on each track, Hatfield explains. I wanted it to feel like an evening of music. And I wanted the guitar to be what George Van Eps called a lap piano.

Navigating Hatfields music isnt for the faint of heart. He called on his frequent collaborator Jamie Baum, a brilliant player whose husky alto flute often parallels Gardners soaring vocals. Percussionist Steve Kroon and drummer Jeff Hirshfield are both dynamically sensitive musicians who can swing with authority or play texturally as an arrangement requires. In many ways, the ensemble keys on the melodically inspired, rhythmically fluid bass of Hans Glawischnig, the Austrian-born master best known for his work with David Sanchez, Miguel Zenn and Bobby Watson. Hatfield has recorded extensively with Glawischnig, dating back to his acclaimed 1998 debut album Music For Guitar and Bass.

Something about the way he plays really works with the way I play, Hatfield says. Its like Bill Evans playing solo and hes the left hand and Im the right hand. But everyone contributed an incredible amount to this music. I wrote a lot of the music with these players in mind. I could hear their sound and playing.

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Chicagoan John Moulder is a guitarist and composer whose music has evolved from an assimilation of various musical traditions. Moulders compositions and playing are featured on his CDs entitled Awakening, Through the Open Door, and Trinity and Bifrost, each named one of the ten best jazz CDs of 2006 and 2009, respectively, by the Chicago Tribune, and his most recent release, The Eleventh Hour: Live at the Green Mill.

Moulder has been a member of the Paul Werticos bands for close to twenty years. Recordings with Wertico include Live in Warsaw, Dont Be Scared Anymore, StereoNucleosis, Another Side, and Impressions of a City by Werticos Mid-East/Mid-West Alliance. Moulder is also a member of the Larry Gray Trio and is featured on his recordings on the Chicago Sessions label entitled 1,2,3 and Three Equals One. In addition, he has played on numerous recordings by other jazz artists and vocalists such as Jackie Allen and Terry Callier. Moulder has played nationally and internationally at numerous festivals, clubs and concert halls and has performed or recorded with artists such as Eddie Harris, Bob Mintzer, Paul McCandless, Lyle Mays, Paul Wertico, Gary Burton, Niels Orsted Pederson, Arild Anderson, Bendik Hofseth and Kurt Elling.

Moulder received his masters degree in music from Northwestern University. As an educator, he is currently a faculty member at Northwestern University, Benedictine University and the College of the Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. He has lectured, taught master classes and conducted clinics at universities, high schools, music institutes and other settings.

Moulder is a priest of the Archdiocese of Chicago, where he serves at St. Gregory the Great Church, the Sheil Catholic Center at Northwestern University and is the Arts Chaplain of the Archdiocese. With his unique combination of talents and vocations, Moulder hopes to improve the connection between the arts and the Church, while building greater participation in both.

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The title, the tracks within and even the bursts of color on the cover art of Rob Mazureks 2012 release, Stellar Pulsations, are reminiscent of John Coltranes Interstellar Space. The music, now and then, also pays homage to the classic album. On Spiritual Mars, for instance, drummer John Herndon channels hints of Rashid Ali with his far-reaching polyphonics. The overall recording, however, is earthier, warmer and more modally introspective than Coltranes, and its sound more anchored in melody and much less exploratory. Mazureks long cornet lines, for example, on Spanish Venus are subtle and nuanced, and his opening duet with Angelica Sanchezs lilting piano is an ardent, passionate dance.

Phoenix born and New York based Sanchez is an improviser and composer in her own right. She exhibits both a deep sympathy with Mazureks vision and a unique and versatile individuality. Her cool yet edgy tone tempers the primal rawness of Primitive Jupiter, while on Twister Uranus she unleashes a fury of circular notes that wind around Herndons angular and emphatic percussion. The tune also features Mazureks exhilarating, raggedy vibrato.

Deep bluesy hues color Mazureks horn on the mystical Magic Saturn, while Matthew Luxs luxurious bass guitar enhances its aura. Sanchezs bright sparkling piano and Herndon brushes add a hypnotic quality to this piece, which, with its contemplative serenity and lush melodic lines, is simultaneously ethereal and sensual.

Although the three men have been band mates for a while in the leaders various ensembles, Sanchez is a relative newcomer to the group. This, nevertheless, does not affect the seamless camaraderie of the quartet. A cohesiveness that is apparent throughout from the crepuscular and mellifluous Folk Song Neptune, with its shimmering cornet/piano echoes over supportive rhythms, to the mellow but assertive Mazurek and Sanchez improvisations over urbane beats from Herndon and Lux on Spiral Mercury.

This hearty, intellectually satisfying yet quite accessible record is a mature and distinctive work from a highly idiosyncratic artist. It is sure to enthrall his long-time fans and novices alike.

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CD REVIEWSROB MAZUREK PULSAR QUARTET

STELLAR PULSATIONSDELMARK RECORDS

ROB MAZUREK Cornet, ANGELICA SANCHEZ Piano,MATTHEW LUX Bass, JOHN HERNDON Drums

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The exciting traditionalist septet, the Fat Babies, not only replays jazz of the1920s, but also reflects the exuberance that characterized the original style. Their debut release, Chicago Hot, consists of sixteen tunes from jazzs transitional era from New Orleans to Chicago. These include songs by the Louis Armstrong/King Oliver combo, Bix Beiderbecke, Fats Waller, George Gershwin and Erskine Tate among others.

Led by the bassist Beau Sample, the group has the collaborative approach of King Oliver recordings as they echo Olivers ingenuity on such classics as Snake Rag. Samples melodic approach to the slapping and picking the bass anchors the music not only in the rhythmic structure of each piece, but also in the rich heritage from which they stem. Banjoist Jake Sanders provides the cadence and harmonic framework and takes lilting and fragile solos on such ballads as Dardanella and Please. The latter is a hauntingly nostalgic version of the standard and features an achingly beautiful cornet and clarinet dance.

Andy Schumms smooth and blues-drenched cornet hits all the high notes on Victoria Spiveys Black Snake Blues. His warm tone is perfectly matched on the frontline with John Ottos wailing clarinet. Ottos bittersweet sound blows over the syncopated rhythms like a soothing zephyr on Weary Blues, while his deep, throaty saxophone plays with a slow simmering fervor on Willow Tree. This Fats Waller composition also showcases Paul Asaros rolling stride piano. Asaros boogie-woogie stylings mark Liza (All the Cloudsll Roll Away), particularly on his stimulating duet with drummer Alex Hall. Dave Bocks smooth trombone with slight vibrato is like fine aged whiskey. His virtuosity is showcased both while soloing on the romantic Susie and deftly tailgating on the infectious Here Comes the Hot Tamale Man. Adding extra padding to the bottom line, tubaist Mike Walbridge joins the ensemble for Stomp Off, Lets Go, adding effervescent humor to fast piano lines and high cornet notes.

The Fat Babies are true revivalists. They not only reproduce dry, note for note music from a bygone era, but also breath new life into forgotten masterworks making them accessible to a new generation of listeners.

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BEAU SAMPLE, Bass, ANDY SCHUMM Cornet, JOHN OTTO Reeds,DAVE BOCK Trombone, JAKE SANDERS Banjo, PAUL ASARO Piano,

ALEX HALL Drums, MIKE WALBRIDGE Tuba


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BEKA GOCHIASHVILIROXBORO ENTERTAINMENT GROUP/BUNGALO RECORDS

Beka Gochiashvili is a sixteen-year-old jazz pianist who is joining the growing cadre of astonishingly prodigious and mature jazz pianists, including Taylor Eigsti, Tigran Hamasyan, and Eldar. On his self-titled debut, which was produced by jazz drum legend Lenny White, Gochiashvili proves that ahis reputation as a jazz prodigy is well deserved. Throughout this enjoyable recording, Gochiashvili plays with a distinct crispness and melodic flexibility that is reminiscent of Chick Corea, an early influence on the young artist. This recording is also an joyful all-star affair, featuring such musicians as Stanley Clarke, John Patitucci, Lenny White and Wallace Roney.

Gochiashvili demonstrates this flexibility with considerable aplomb on the opening Un Gran Abrazo (dedicated to Chick Corea). In particular, his ability to follow the natural logic of a melodic line regardless of harmonic or technical limitations places him as a remarkable Corea disciple. As if this was not enough, guitarist Tom Guarna and alto saxophonist Jaleel Shaw play remarkably hip solos on this stimulating track. Another highlight of the recording, For Keith, is an eponymous homage to another one of Gochiashvilis seminal piano influences. The track features a beautiful flowing melody played by Gochiashivili and Guarna. The leaders solo is brimming with exciting melodic ideas and Guarnas follows with a wonderfully mysterious and ethereal guitar solo.

Gochiashvili changes the mood entirely on Come Everybody (Herio Bechebo), an almost operatic jazz dirge, chockfull of musical pathos. On this track, he enlists the assistance of a string ensemble and the vocals of Natalia Kutateladze, creating a powerful musical statement. On Coco, Gochiashvili demonstrates his stylistic flexibility with a departure from his previous modernistic originals. This swinging original pares down the ensemble to piano, bass, and guitar. The leader, in particular, impresses with his hard-swinging lightning right-hand lines.

When Almonds Blossomed is a lovely ballad that features Guarna and the vocals of Natalia Kutateladze. Exit to the West quickly picks up the pace, opening at a blistering pace with free interaction featuring Guarna, Shaw, and Gochiashvili on the Wurly. The controlled chaos then gives way to a scintillating up-tempo melody, followed by one of Guarnas best guitar solos on the recording. Shaw follows with an alto solo ripe with melodic twists and turns which then leads to a flight of light-fingered virtuosity by Gochiashvili that puts a bow on this exciting recording debut by a promising young pianist.

BEKA GOCHIASHVILI Piano, Wurly, NATALIE KUTATELADZE Vocals,STANLEY CLARKE Acoustic Bass, JOHN PATITUCCI Acoustic Bass,

VICTOR BAILEY Acoustic & Electric Bass, BEN WILLIAMS Acoustic Bass,LENNY WHITE Drums, RICHIE BARSHAY Drums,

TOM GUARNA Acoustic & Electric Guitars, WALLACE RONEY Trumpet, JALEEL SHAW Alto Sax, Ben Solomon Tenor Sax

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rCD REVIEWSFRANK RUSSELL

CIRCLE WITHOUT ENDSONIC PORTRAITS

Frank Russells newest disc, Circle Without End, is a fun recording that is also an obvious love letter to Miles Daviss 1980s innovative synthesis of jazz, R&B, funk, and pop. Not only does Russell use the talents of Davis compatriots Robert Irving III, Darryl Jones, and Frank Patterson, but also recruits trumpet sensation Wallace Roney, who was once crowned the official Miles Davis acolyte when young Roney became the only disciple to study with the Dark Prince. Aside from Russells affection for this period in Daviss recorded history, he puts together a wonderful disc of contemporary jazz, with each track featuring a different collection of Chicago talent. Russell himself is a musical institution in Chicago, well known for his razor-sharp electric bass skills and for his series of recordings with the excellent guitarist, Henry Johnson.

Throughout this intense disc, Russell moves talented musicians in and out of different tracks, producing an interesting array of pop, R&B, and funk-influenced jazz with a focus on the creative use of musical electronica. Russell is from the school of virtuosic electric bass players, inhabited by such figures as Jaco Pastorius, Victor Wooten, Stanley Clarke, and Marcus Miller. On this recording, Russells time is rock solid and he displays considerable musicality with his crisp articulation and tight groove. The album gets off to an intense start with Code MD-2, a funk vehicle with much solo space, ably utilized by both Russell and Roney. Her Name is Roz takes it down a notch with a groovy, contemporary R&B feel. This is a song written for Russells wife, which has an intentional Earth, Wind, and Fire/George Duke feel, as described in the liner notes. Although the ensemble is in excellent form, particularly the vocal ensemble work of Russell, Yvonne Gage, and Verne Allison, it is Russell who shines with his virtuosic soloing, making complete musical use of the full range of his bass.

Another album highlight is Quick Pix, which also makes excellent use of the aforementioned vocalists, and features a bass melody with particular up-tempo funk flair. Quick Pix is dedicated to two Miles Davis bassists who are featured on this track, Darryl Jones and Frank Patterson. Individual solos by both Jones and Patterson are equally scintillating and one of the music high points of the recording. Russell simplifies the mood with Desi in Sedona, a slow, mellow contemporary jazz tune that is reminiscent of some of the work of George Duke and Grover Washington, Jr. One of the highlights of this track is Greg Speros colorful accompaniment, as well as Buddy Fambros melodic acoustic guitar solo. Russell pays homage to his experience working with the South African singing group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, on the track Ladysmith. A groove-packed tune that has a decidedly African rhythmic tinge. Would If I Could puts the fun in funky with a tight groove that could easily back Stevie Wonder or Chaka Khan. Roney and Russell play a superb simultaneous version of the melody. The groove of this track benefits even more by the return of Darryl Jones to the bass chair. All in all, a wonderfully produced recording that is particular recommended to fans of contemporary jazz.

FRANK RUSSELL Bass, ROBERT IRVING III Piano, DARRYL JONES Bass,RICHARD PATTERSON Bass, DEDE SAMPAIO Drums & Percussion,

WALLACE RONEY Trumpet, HENRY JOHNSON Guitar

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Trumpeter Marquis Hills second release as a leader, Sounds of the City, is a mosaic of musical ideas and tonal colors that together form a variegated portrait of his hometown.

The theme that runs through this engrossing album is the African-American experience in Chicago. This is not only evident in the short, free verse poems that vocalist Milton Suggs delivers with restrained yet expressive descant, but also in the subtle hints of other genres that spice up Hills originals. Inner City Blues, for example, is replete with distinctive Chicago accents. From Charlie Kirchens heavy rolling bass to Christopher McBrides gritty alto, like an amplified mouth harp, the tune has strong shades of electric blues. The soulful swagger of Kiss and Tell brings an early R&B feel with its funk infused, sinewy electric bass, and Joshua Mosiers urbane Fender Rhodes flourishes. The title track is perhaps the most impressionistic of the record, as it emulates the beat of city streets. Starting with mornings mechanized pace of Kirchens fast walking bass and Jeremy Cunninghams marching drum beat, Hills trumpet and McBrides alto express the bustle of the city in a call and answer duet. As night falls, Mosiers relaxed piano lines weave a nocturnal melody that usher in the languid and mellow horns. Hill not only excels as an imaginative and elegiac composer, but also as an improviser. His wistful and clear flugelhorn takes an achingly beautiful solo on the sparse ballad To Be Free that matches well with Greg Wards yearning alto. On the boppish Wrath of the Lark, over McBrides warm groove and vibraphonist Justefans angular resonance, Hills improvisation is darkly hued and heady, like aged brandy, flavorful without an aftertaste. Latin ambience permeates the passionate notes of Hills horn as Bobby Brooms brilliantly articulate guitar adds a bluesy romanticism to the simmering The Token. On this sophomore effort Hill exhibits maturity and a savior faire that belies his youth. This restlessly innovative multifaceted work is an engaging homage to an ever evolving, kaleidoscopic metropolis.

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SOUNDS OF THE CITYSKIPTONE MUSIC

MARQUIS HILL Trumpet & Flugelhorn, JOSHUA MOSHIER Piano,CHRISTOPHER McBRIDE Alto Sax, GREG WARD Alto Sax,

JEREMY CUNNINGHAM, Drums, CHARLIE KIRCHEN Bass,BOBBY BROOM Guitar, JUSTEFAN Vibraphone, MILTON SUGGS Vocals

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rCD REVIEWSERNEST DAWKINS

AFRO STRAIGHTDELMARK RECORDS

The release of Afro Straight is a return-to-roots moment for saxophonist Ernest Dawkins. Not that he had wandered very far from them, as even his freest musical output remains grounded in the blues and maintains a strong sense of swing. This current record, though, is an honest-to-goodness hard-bop date with a loosely swinging cadence, edgy improvisations and a dash of Afro-Cuban percussion to spice up things. John Coltranes Mr. PC opens with Corey Wilkes clear, warm and elegant trumpet solo that builds intricately upon the melody. Dawkins own fluid, intelligent and engaging improvisation pushes the tune further out into freer domains without losing touch with its spirit.

On Wayne Shorters Juju, Dawkins lets loose a storm of wailing, honking saxophone as he embarks on an exhilarating flight of spontaneous creativity that despite its angularity remains quite dulcet. Greg Penns energetic congas provide a subtext of Latin sensibilities over which Willerm Delisforts percussive, rolling piano lines cascade in an imaginative extemporization. Junius Pauls rapid pizzicato adds to the restive beat of the piece while Isaiah Spencer demonstrates his trademark virtuosity on the drums extracting multicolored rhythmic structures out of his kit. Dawkins showcases a soulful, laid back groove on the Billie Holiday classic God Bless The Child, gliding over the gospel tinged Hammond B3 sounds.

Organist Ben Paterson combines a sublime spirituality with a simmering earthiness in his expressive style on the keys. The old fashioned, gutbucket Old Man Blues, featuring Dawkins smooth alto and vocals, are the ultimate homage to Chicago and the raw, emotionality the citys music represents.

Surrounded by the vanguard of young talent, including conguero Greg Carmouche and percussionist extraordinaire Ruben Alvarez, Dawkins, once again, demonstrates his versatility an improvising musician. Regardless of the setting his idiosyncratic artistry shines through transforming any date to a stimulating and engrossing experience.

ERNEST DAWKINS Alto & Tenor Sax, Percussion, COREY WILKES Trumpet,WILLERM DELISFORT Piano, JUNIUS PAUL Bass, ISAIAH SPENCER Drums,

BEN PATERSON Hammond B3, RUBEN ALVAREZ Percussion,GREG CARMOUCHE Percussion, GREG PENN Percussion


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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IN TheWeek of JANUARY 8-14 2013

clubsBar Umbriago

Chicago Chicken & WafflesFitzGeralds Night Club

The Green MillThe Jazz Showcase

KaterinasLittle Bucharest Bistro

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As soon as the Chris Greene Quartet takes the stage, jazz and rock audiences alike notice something different something besides the fact that theyre seated next to each other. The jazz crowd cant help but sense the charisma and electricity, not always seen in a jazz band, that emanates from the quartet even during the saxophonists most committed solos. And those fans accustomed to the high energy and loose hi-jinks of a rock band suddenly find themselves diving deeper into improvised music than they might have thought possible.

At a time when jazz continues to seek new audiences, the Chris Greene Quartet sits poised on the futures cusp. In much the way that classical composers have historically used native folk elements as the basis for their art, the CGQ uses familiar modern materials the funk and hip-hop he heard growing up as a bridge between jazz and other genres.

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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

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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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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!

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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.

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january 2013January 11, 2013 DEACON BLUES (STEELY DAN TRIBUTE)9PM$15

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January 13, 2013 CHICAGO GRANDSTAND BIG BAND6PM$10 ADULTS $5 17 & UNDER

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

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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.



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January 9, 20139PM ALFONSO PONTICELLI & SWING GITAN2AM LATE NIGHT INDUSTRY SET WITH THE FRANK CATALANO SEXTET

January 8, 20139PM THE FAT BABIES

January 10, 20139PM ALAN GRESIK SWING SHIFT ORCHESTRA

January 11, 20135PM THE FLIPSIDE SHOW WITH CHRIS FORMAN9PMCHEVEREAFTER HOURS GREEN MILL QUARTET JAM SESSION

January 12, 20133PM THE PAPER MACHETE8PM CHEVERE12AM AFTER HOURS JAZZ PARTY WITH SABERTOOTH ORGAN QUARTET

January 13, 20137PM UPTOWN POETRY SLAM11PM SUNDAY NIGHT SOUL PARTY WITH THE PATERSON TRIO

January 14, 20139PM PATRICIA BARBER QUINTET

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

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january 2013January 8, 2013VOCALIST ROBECCA SULLIVAN QUARTET8PM/10PM

January 9, 2013VOCALIST ARLENE BARDELLE QUINTET8PM/10PM

January 14, 2013BOB LARK QUARTET 8PM/10PM

January 10 -January 13, 2013BOB DOGAN QUINTET8PM/10PM /4PM

LIVE JAZZ nightly

January 15, 2013PIANIST LARRY NOVAK TRIO8PM/10PM

January 17-January 20, 2013PHAREZ WHIITED QUINTET8PM/10PM/4PM

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...



january 2013January 11, 201310PM PARIS LA NUIT$10 COVER

January 12, 201310PM ALFONSO PONTICELLIS WORLD GYPSY & GYPSY JAZZ SHOWCASE$10 COVER

January 17, 20138PM PETRAS RECESSION SEVEN 20s & 30s Jazz$10 COVER

LIVE JAZZ nightly

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



january 2013SATURDAYSGYPSY MINSTRELS GUITAR & VIOLIN6:30PM

LIVE MUSIC WEEKLYFRIDAYS & SATURDAYS 6:30PM

January 19, 2013WALTER FLECHSIG ORCHESTRA7PM

January 25, 2013JEAN FROM CRAIOVA8PM

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



january 2013

January 8, 2013JULIA HUFF & THE COMPANY BAND

January 9, 2013GRAY MATTERS

January 15, 2013SARAH MARIE YOUNG

January 16, 2013SAMUEL SAVOIR FAIRE WILLIAMS TRIO

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

LIVE MUSIC WEEKLY

January 22 & 23, 2013DELIVERY POINT

viper alley1920 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, Il 773-348-7592 www.katerinas.com

february 16 2013 6:30PMANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY & LIZ CALLAWAY

DOORS OPEN AT 6PM RESTAURANT OPENS AT 5PM

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



january 2013January 9, 20139PM THE WAILERS

February 16, 20136:30PM ANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY & LIZ CALLAWAY-BOOM

LIVE MUSIC WEEKLYVisit website for updated performance information.

special

eventsTERRY BLAINE SWINGS THE BENNY GOODMAN SONGBOOK

CJO featuring RANDY BRECKER & ART DAVIS: A TRIBUTE TO ART FARMER

GIG OF THE WEEK CHRIS GREENE QUARTET AT ROOM 43

2013 JAZZ SEASON AT CHICAGO SYMPHONY CENTER

EXELON & THE AUDITORIUM AT ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY PRESENT TOO HOT TO HANDEL

19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake, IL 60030-1198(847) 543-2300http://jlc.clcillinois.eduBox Office Hours, Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m

FRIDAYJANUARY 11, 2013

8PMCOMING Friday, April 12 at 8 p.m.

Orbert Davis Quintet

THE JAMES LUMBER CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

at the College of Lake County

Swinginthe benny goodman songbookClassic jazz and 1930s swing music with the incomparable Terry Blaine!

February 9, 2013 evanston jazz festival evanston township high school auditorium 1600 Dodge ave evanston IL www.ethsjazz.com 847.424.7848

www.chicagojazzorchestra.comFebruary 16, 2013 Wentz Concert Hall in Naperville CJO presents its most highly regarded presentations: A Tribute to Ray Charles. April 3, 2013 Pick-Staiger Concert Hall in Evanston for a remarkable evening of Cole Porters music with Kurt Elling.

a tribute to art farmer

February 9, 2013 evanston jazz festival evanston township high school auditorium 1600 Dodge ave evanston IL www.ethsjazz.com 847.424.7848

purchase tickets here

February 16, 2013 Wentz Concert Hall in Naperville CJO presents its most highly regarded presentations: A Tribute to Ray Charles. April 3, 2013 Pick-Staiger Concert Hall in Evanston for a remarkable evening of Cole Porters music with Kurt Elling.

a tribute to art farmerjeff lindbergs chicago jazz orchestrafeaturing trumpeters Randy Brecker & art davis

Special Event 4

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

Sunday Evening Jazz Series january ScheduleSun. jan 6 2013 irvin pierce saxophone

Sun. jan 13 2013 chris greene saxophone

sun. jan 20 2013 lady T vocals

sun. jan 27 2013 julia huff 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 january 13 2013 chris greene quartet

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 52 Andrew Distel

Pg 53 Arlene Bardelle

Pg 54 Ava Logan

Pg 55 Bobby Lewis

Pg 56 Ccile Savage

Pg 57 Chris White

Pg 58 Corky McClerkin

Pg 59 Dave Flippo

Pg 60 Dave Shelton

Pg 61 Don Stille

Pg 62 Elaine Dame

Pg 63 Erin McDougald

Pg 64 Frank DRone

Pg 65 Frank Portolese

Pg 66 Gina Gibson

Pg 67 Greta Pope

Pg 68 Heather Moran

Pg 69 J. Beam Band

Pg 87 Mike Frost

Pg 88 Mike Jeffers

Pg 89 Mike Staron

Pg 90 Nanette Frank

Pg 91 Nick Schneider

Pg 92 Ray Bailey

Pg 93 Rhonda Browne

Pg 94 Rita McConville

Pg 95 Robin Watson

Pg 96 Roger Harris

Pg 97 Sam Fazio

Pg 98 Shawn Maxwell

Pg 99 Skinny Williams

Pg 100 Stacy McMichael

Pg 101 Stephanie Browning

Pg 102 Steven Hashimoto

Pg 103 The Harris Group

Pg 104 Tom Muellner

Pg 105 Zvonimir Tot

Pg 70 James Bottoms

Pg 71 James Sanders

Pg 72 Jesse Charbonier

Pg 73 Jim Sellers

Pg 74 Kelly Brand

Pg 75 Laury Shelley

Pg 76 Le Perolateur

Pg 77 Libby York

Pg 78 Linda Solotaire

Pg 79 Lindy Endres

Pg 80 Loretta Lee

Pg 81 Los Perros Cubanos

Pg 82 Marc Pompe

Pg 83 Mark Moultrup

Pg 84 Marlene Rosenberg

Pg 85 Michael Hutchins

Pg 86 Mick Archer

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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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PlayinAround Townf 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

WEEKLY guide to chicago jazz

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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Arlene Bardelle QuintetThe Jazz Showcase806 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago IL312.360.0264www.jazzshowcase.com______________________________________

Wednesday January 19, 2013 6:30PM-9:30PM

Arlene Bardelle DuoCyranos Farm & Kitchen546 N. Wells St., Chicago, IL 60654312.467.0546______________________________________



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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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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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EEVRY THURSDAY 6PM-10PM

Ccile Savage with Calvin Koco Brunson, Curtis Prince, Fred JacksonBennys 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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Friday January 11, 2013 9PM

Performing w/t Sam Fazio QrtAPAP ConfernceNYC, NY_________________________________________

Wednesday January 16, 2013 8PM

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


Performing w/t Sam Fazio Coq dOr at The Drake Hotel140 E. Walton, Chicago, IL312.787.2200www.thedrakehotel.com_________________________________________

Wednesday January 23, 2013 8PM

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


Performing w/t Sam Fazio Coq dOr at The Drake Hotel140 E. Walton, Chicago, IL312.787.2200www.thedrakehotel.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.

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Corky McClerkin DuoSullivans Steakhouse432 N. Dearborn, Chicago, IL______________________________________

Saturday January 12, 2013 7PM


Tuesday January 15, 2013 8PM

James Perkins Qrt w/t Corky McClerkin 50 Yard Line111 E. 75th St., Chicago, IL______________________________________






James Perkins Qrt w/t Corky McClerkin 50 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_____________________________________________

Saturday January 12, 2013 7PM-10PM

The Elaine Dame Trio Eddie Merlots Steakhouse185 N.Milwaukee, Lincolnshire, IL.60069 847.276.2000www.eddiemerlots.com______________________________________


The Elaine Dame Trio Eddie Merlots Steakhouse185 N.Milwaukee, Lincolnshire, IL.60069 847.276.2000www.eddiemerlots.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 January 13, 2013 8:45PM

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





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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EVERY WEDNESDAY 9PM-Midnight

Chicago By Night Jam Session5600 Belmont Ave., Chicago, 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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Visit Heathers Website for performance schedule.

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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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______________________________________

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.



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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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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_________________________________________

January 14, 20138PM

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

January 15, 20138PM

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

Hw C M FLIBBY YORK

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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Sunday January 13, 2013 11:45AM

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

Wednesday January 16, 2013 6:30PM

Linda SolotairePete Millers Evanston1557 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL847.328.0399www.petemillers.com______________________________________

Thursday January 17, 2013 6PM

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


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

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. GETTING THE WORD OUT 101 WORKSHOPDIY PRESS RELEASES FOR MUSICIANS & PERFORMING ARTISTS JAN 29, 2013 5:30PM-8PM. FEES $20 + $15 FOR MATERIALS. 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 9, 20134PM-7PM

Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Ctr.1250 W. 119th St., Chicago, IL 60643$35 in Advance/$40 at Door______________________________________

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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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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Friday January 11, 2013 6PM-10PM

Cyranos546 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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Performing w/t Marquis Hill QuartetAndys Jazz Club11 E.Hubbard St., Chicago, IL312.642.6805www.andysjazzclub.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______________________________________

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March 9, 2013 8PM-10PM


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

MONDAYS - FRIDAYS 12PM-2PM

Beaudivan @ OHareUnited Terminal 1 OHare Intl Airport, Chicago IL______________________________________

MONDAYS -FRIDAYS 12PM-5PM

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

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Blues 88sChicago ILNo Cover______________________________________

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12 West Elm Nightclub12 West Elm St., Chicago, IL312.337.3200______________________________________

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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______________________________________

THURSDAYS 8PM-11PM

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.


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8Saturday January 12, 2013 8:30PM

Performing w/t The Eddie Stevens 3Tapas 7232 Music on Madison7232 West Madison, Forest Park, IL 60130______________________________________

Monday January 14, 2013 9PM

Performing w/t Tommy MuellnerSerbian Village3144 West Irving Rd., Chicago, IL 60618773.478.2900______________________________________


Tapas 7232 Music on Madison7232 West Madison, Forest Park, IL 60130______________________________________

Monday February 18, 2013 8PM

Jazz Showcase CD Release Event806 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago, IL312.360.0234www.jazzshowcase.com______________________________________

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Hw C M FROGER HARRIS

Roger L. Harris is a pianist residing in Chicago, IL. His musical talents were evident at an early age. His father, Leo Harris, is the cellist that founded the South Side Family Chamber Orchestra and encouraged Roger to embrace his gift. Roger is currently the Conductor Emeritus of that orchestra.

After receiving his Bachelors Degree in Music Education from Roosevelt University in Chicago, Roger taught band, orchestra, choir, general music, and commercial music in various Illinois and Indiana school districts.


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Hw C M FSAM FAZIO

Sam Fazio made his return to the Chicago music scene in 2009. Over the years, Sam has performed in nightclubs throughout Chicago and Las Vegas. Sams repertoire includes a unique mix of American standards, swing tunes and pop classics. His heartfelt interpretations bring new life to the standards and showcase his soulful, yet classic style. Sam performs at a variety of venues and events around the Chicagoland area, including weekly performances at the Drake Hotel.


APAP ShowcaseNew York, NYwww.apapnyc.org_________________________________________


Sam Fazio w/t Chris WhiteCoq dOr at The Drake Hotel140 E. Walton

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