Wednesday, May 25, 2016

BEYU GRAND REOPENING THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2016 7 & 9 PM

Music should be smokin' tomorrow night.  Check the BEYU Caffe website http://beyucaffe.com/events/grand-re-opening-party-with-the-aaron-hill-trio/

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Count Basie - April In Paris

4TH TUESDAY BIG BAND JAZZ SHARP NINE

http://www.durhamjazzworkshop.org/  This link should get you to events scheduled at Sharp Nine Gallery.  Tonight May 24, 2016 the North Carolina Jazz Repertory Orchestra is due to start their every 4th Tuesday gig at Sharp Nine at 8pm.  If you enjoy big band jazz -Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Oliver Nelson, etc. you will enjoy this outing.  Bandleader, Jim Ketch makes it feel like we're all out in his garage participating in a smokin' jam session.  This set is lots of fun.

Monday, May 23, 2016

RAY CHARLES SONGBOOK LIVESTREAM

If you can get Livestram, they're showing THE RAY CHARLES SONGBOOK.  This ought to be a good show.

MONDAY NIGHT JAZZ DURHAM, NC THE SHED

Thursday, May 19, 2016

BEYU CAFFE GRAND REOPENING (BEYU 2.0) THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2016

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

BEYU CAFFE SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY NIGHT 7-9PM BRIAN MILLER JAM FREE

JAM SESSION WITH BRIAN MILLER

Jam Session with Brian Miller
When: Thu, May 19
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Free
If you only come to see Brian Miller play at Beyú Caffé for one reason, come because he brings so much joy to playing. He readily admits that, while he might not play the most technical or musically complex jazz, he plays music that feels good, brightens days, and ensures that a listener enjoys hearing it as much as he enjoys playing it. And it’s obvious when he’s on stage that he’s in love with what he’s doing.

JAM SESSION WITH BRIAN MILLER

Jam Session with Brian Miller
When: Thu, May 19
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Free
If you only come to see Brian Miller play at Beyú Caffé for one reason, come because he brings so much joy to playing. He readily admits that, while he might not play the most technical or musically complex jazz, he plays music that feels good, brightens days, and ensures that a listener enjoys hearing it as much as he enjoys playing it. And it’s obvious when he’s on stage that he’s in love with what he’s doing.
Brian began playing at his home church when he was 11 years old, just before entering into the 6th grade. He attended North Carolina Central University from 1996-2001 where he earned his BA in Music Performance and a BM in Jazz Studies.
He has played and recorded with the John Brown Quintet and Big Band, the phenomenal Mrs. Nnenne Freelon, The Upper Room Church of God in Christ Sanctuary Choir, Beggars Caravan, The Josh Pepper Project, Mr. Clark Terry, Maceo Parker, Branford Marsalis, T.S. Monk, Terrell Stafford, Tim Warfield, Adonis Rose, Mr. Jimmy Heath, Bob Mintzer… just to name a few.
If the above is not enough reason for you to come out, check out this video of Brian playing a guest spot with Baron Tymas. Then come in to see him live for yourself.
- See more at: http://beyucaffe.com/events/brian-miller/#sthash.MZTxSQFF.dpuf
Brian began playing at his home church when he was 11 years old, just before entering into the 6th grade. He attended North Carolina Central University from 1996-2001 where he earned his BA in Music Performance and a BM in Jazz Studies.
He has played and recorded with the John Brown Quintet and Big Band, the phenomenal Mrs. Nnenne Freelon, The Upper Room Church of God in Christ Sanctuary Choir, Beggars Caravan, The Josh Pepper Project, Mr. Clark Terry, Maceo Parker, Branford Marsalis, T.S. Monk, Terrell Stafford, Tim Warfield, Adonis Rose, Mr. Jimmy Heath, Bob Mintzer… just to name a few.
If the above is not enough reason for you to come out, check out this video of Brian playing a guest spot with Baron Tymas. Then come in to see him live for yourself.
- See more at: http://beyucaffe.com/events/brian-miller/#sthash.MZTxSQFF.dpuf

SHARP NINE SPECIAL

Friday, May 13, 2016

FRIDAY Jazz IN Durham, NC

Repeating what I heard on the radio waves recently, "It's Friday, and that's a good thing." also  "Friday - Yippee!!"  Tonight at Sharp Nine, 8pm, Ernest Turner Trio, 8pm.  Ernest -piano, Butler Knowles-bass, Kassem Williams - drums.

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

PLAYERS FOR FRIDAY NIGHT

Brian Miller, Grant Osborne, Doug Largent, Jeff Crouse  will be playing with Carolyn

A FRIDAY NIGHT JAM IN CARY

Only TWO DAYS away! Mark your calendars. I hope to see all of you this Friday.

 
 Spring Swing Jazz Concert
Cornerstone Presbyterian Church
2220 High House Rd. Cary, NC

7PM   May 13, 2016
  Tickets $10.00 at the Door



Wonderful Traditional Jazz with great musicians

Come      Relax      Enjoy

Sunday, May 8, 2016

2ND PLACE - NICE!!!!!!

CONGRATS!  CONGRATS!  CONGRATS!

What an outstanding accomplishment.  The Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble takes second place in the Essentially Ellington competition at Jazz At Lincoln Center in NYC.

WOW!!!

Saturday, May 7, 2016

Essentially Ellington

So far the Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble is one of the top three bands.  They've got a chance to finish in 1st place!  Livestream will be streaming the final activities and concerts around 7:30pm tonight,

ESSENTIALLY ELLINGTON - STREAMING NOW

When you are not at an AOC event check out the finals of the Essentially Ellington competition streaming on Livestream and I think also on jazz.org.  Gregg Gelb's youth jazz group is scheduled around 1pm today.

AOC FESTIVAL HAPPENING NOW

As I'm sure you know, The ART OF COOL Festival is in full swing in downtown Durham.  I got to take in some of the many offerings yesterday -  "And a good time was had by all".  Lots more offerings today.  This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy live performances.  Grab a hold!

Thursday, May 5, 2016

ESSENTIALLY ELLINGTON

http://livestream.com/jazz/JLCORehearsalQAWynton/videos/120213379  CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

ANOTHER GOOD UN TONIGHT WED. 5/4/16 FROM ATTICUS

A BUNCH OF FINE FOLKS PLAYING WITH ATTICUS TONIGHT.  THIS OUGHT TO BE GOOD

Atticus Reynolds presents the Diasporic Suite.
May 4th, 8 pm, Kenan Music Building 1201

Jim Ketch-Trumpet
Stephen Anderson-Piano
Annalise Stalls-Saxophones
Juan Alamo-Percussion/Vibes
Kevin Beardsley-Bass
Atticus Reynolds-Drums/Composition

The Diasporic Suite is a original work that presents the beauty and richness of many styles of folkloric Latin/Central American rhythms that find their roots in various cultures of the African Diaspora. It contains Puerto Rican traditional styles (Bomba/Plena), Cuban styles (Rumba/Santeria), and Brazilian styles (Samba Duro). Traditional interludes that pull from religious Cuban music intertwine the full band compositions.

SCAT SINGING MARVIN THORNE JR's MASTER RECITAL B.N. DUKE TONIGHT

7PM - 9:30PM QUOTED COMMENTS PROVIDED BY MARVIN THORNE JR.  FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC THE FOLKS PLAYING WITH MARVIN ARE SMOKIN' (MY COMMENT)
"Jazz is who I am. Swing is what I am about. Come take a glimpse into my world. Allow the music to take you there. This recital will take you to another place, enlightening the listeners on the wonderful world of scat singing. YOUR IN FOR A TREAT!"

FEATURING:
Andrew Berinson - Piano
Ginnae Koon - Bass
Donovan Cheatham - Drums
Yahyah Corbett - Trumpet
Shaquim Muldrow - Tenor Saxophone
Christopher Denny - Trombone
Maurice Myers - Voice

Tuesday, May 3, 2016

ART OF COOL FESTIVAL HAPPENING THRU SUNDAY MAY 5-8, 2016

http://aocfestival.org/festival/  This link ought to get you to all the info.  A major happening.  Should be lots that you'll be glad you experienced!  If you see me during the activities, please say hello.

Monday, May 2, 2016

JAZZ AT THE SHED MONDAY NIGHT IN DURHAM

THE SHED  8pm tonight Ernest Turner Trio  and then a jam session.  Free admission for ALL.
A good opportunity to keep the sounds "KEEPIN' ON".