CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG: 4/14/13

Saturday, April 20, 2013

NYC: CONCERTS FOR CITY GREENS HOSTS GALA RETROSPECTIVE - TUESDAY MUST SEE!

NYC: CONCERTS FOR CITY GREENS HOSTS GALA RETROSPECTIVE
FEATURED CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT

The Concerts for City Greens hosts a celebratory retrospective of its first five seasons in a gala concert at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Tuesday April 23rd at 7:00 pm. The show marks both the finale of last summer's Songwriting Contest, and the launch of a new non-profit, Music and Art for Green, which will incorporate Concerts for City Greens within its umbrella. Hosted by the Broadway actress and cabaret headliner Raissa Katona Bennett, the show will welcome alumni of the past five seasons of Concerts for City Greens, the free series at Tudor City produced by Bennett that has featured hundreds of accomplished singers, comedians and instrumentalists from a variety of backgrounds. From the world of Broadway the evening features: Tony Award nominee Willy Falk; "Sweeney Todd's" original Johanna Sarah Rice; Eric Michael Gillett; T. Oliver Reid; Rosemary Loar, and KT Sullivan. From the world of jazz: pianist Barry Levitt; vocalist Shaynee Rainbolt; band leader Terese Genecco, and bassist Matt Scharfglass. From the classical realm: pianist Mark Janas; violinist Nicholas Perry, and Maureen Taylor. From the comedy corner: Stone & Stone. And from cabaret the award-winning: Scott Coulter; Jenna Esposito; Kenneth Gartman; Marquee Five; Tanya Moberly; Julie Reyburn; Lennie Watts, and Bill Zeffiro. Among those performing will be special guest David Friedman, the quadruple-platinum songwriter and Today Show regular. Friedman, who composes for television, film and the stage, served on the jury for the songwriting contest and will introduce the winner. The contest's finalists are veteran tunesmith Charles Bloom, the two-time Grammy nominee Larry Kerchner, and the musical theatre writer and actor Will Reynolds. Tickets for the April 23 retrospective gala concert are $65 person for an evening that includes a cocktail-hors d'oeuvres reception at 7:00 pm followed by a show at 8:15 pm.

LOOKING FOR NEW PREMIER SPONSORS OF CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

LOOKING FOR NEW PREMIER SPONSORS OF CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

Eleven CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE friends have already stepped forward to become PREMIER SPONSORS of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE helping us towards our goal. Will you be #12 - and let us reach our goal of 12 sponsors? We are trying to raise $1200 to cover the regular monthly charges to operate the website in full on one payment - enabling us to save up to 10% over all. But more important is the relief from making sure there was enough funds in the bank to cover them when due. The first expenses are renewal of our annual URL registration is due May 1st (which we sent in this week). Hopefully, more than $1200 will be received, with the funds left over to be used to upgrade our computer equipment and software. (One of these days we will need to replace our desktop iMac - but we will leave that for another day).

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EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN SUNDAY WITH MUSIC OF BARBARA STREISAND

EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at http://www.wbai.org/, usually heard from 9:00 to 11:00 pm on Sundays hosted by David Kenney. Each week David presents the usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews plus MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. This Sunday, April 21st, David will present another 2 hours of recorded songs and live & recorded interviews from the worlds of cabaret & Broadway, featuring the music of Barbra Streisand. David will also hold an in-studio interview with Steven Reineke & Anthony Warlow of the Boston Pops, and Mark Nadler. For more information, seehttp://www.oldisnew.org/ . You are invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future shows tooldisnew@earthlink.net. You can listen to past shows at any time by going to the WBAI Archives athttp://www.archive.wbai.org/ .copyright 2011-13 - See cabaret listings from all over the world at CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - YOU ARE WELCOME TO POST YOUR COMMENTS BELOW

UPDATE ON SALON SUNDAY WITH MARK JANAS

SALON - that unique, Multiple Award Winning, Weekly Open Mic Event, created and hosted by Mark Janas and presented at ETCETERA ETCETERA (352 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-399-4141) on Sundays, from 7:00 to 10:30 pm (sign-up begins at 6:15 pm) returns on April 21st. The optional theme for the evening is "It's About Time!". Co-Host will be Bobbie Horowitz. In the Salon Spotlight: Rev. Roger Anthony Yolanda Mapes. Remember, any material, on or off theme, is always welcome at Salon. There are no reservations; seating is on a first come/ first served basis, with one intermission. There is a $10 cash cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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LINEUP FOR OPENING GALA OF MELBOURNE CABARET FESTIVAL ANNOUNCED

The line-up for this year's Opening Gala of the Melbourne Cabaret Festival has been annoinced. The Gala will take place on Wednesday, June 26th at the iconic PALAIS THEATRE (Lower Esplanade, St Kilda Vic - 61 3 9525 3240). Headlining the star-studded line-up will be Motown royalty and founding member of The Supremes, Mary Wilson, alongside five other international acts and a stellar line-up of Australian performers. Ms Wilson will be performing excerpts from Stormy Weather: The Lena Horne Project, which will be staged at Melbourne Recital Centre on June 28th. New York cabaret icon, Joey Arias, will showcase his channelling of legendary jazz and blues singer, Billie Holiday. The grandson of the American musical theatre virtuoso Richard Rodgers, USA's Tony Award winning theatre composer/lyricist ADAM GUETTEL - composer of the acclaimed The Light in The Piazza - takes to the stage with Haley Bond. USA's award-winning composer/performer, David Pomeranz, who has sold over 40 million albums worldwide, stars in excerpts from his show Chaplin: A Life - in Concert, based on the life story of the cinematic genius.

From London comes jazz harp goddess, Tara Minton. Following the knock-out success of his 2012 show, Candice McQueen: Nasty!, cabaret star SPANKY returns with a foretaste of his new show. They will be joined on the Gala bill by Trevor Ashley and Rhonda Burchmore from the adults-only panto Little Orphan TrAshley. Melbourne's very own diva extraordinaire and cabaret provocateur, Yana Alana, graces our stage in a bent cabaret of blues, burlesque and blame. And from Queensland comes winner of the 2012 Australian Cabaret Showcase, composer, playwright and performer, Bradley Mccaw. Tickets to the Gala and After-Party are available from Ticketmaster.

NYC: "REMEMBERING MABEL & BOBBY" AT THE TOWN HALL MAY 16th

NYC: "REMEMBERING MABEL & BOBBY" AT THE TOWN HALL
FEATURED CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT

THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929) was the setting in 1968 of the legendary dual concert of America's leading cabaret performers, the great international club and recording artist Mabel Mercer and the reigning prince of cabaret Bobby Short. In a tribute to these great artists, THE MABEL MERCER FOUNDATION will commemorate the 45th Anniversary of this legendary Town Hall Concert on May 16th, 2013 at 8:00 pm with a celebration of cabaret featuring today's outstanding artists in contemporary interpretations of The Great American Songbook. The event will present a lineup of today's leading practitioners of the intimate and enduring art of cabaret. KT Sullivan, Artistic Director of the Foundation, will host the evening.

Scheduled to appear: Joyce Breach, Eric Comstock, Natalie Douglas, Barbara Fasano, Lauren Fox, Eric Yves Garcia, Clint Holmes, Tanya Holt, Andrea Marcovicci, Karen Mason, Marissa Mulder, Karen Oberlin, Rex Reed, T.Oliver Reid, Ricky Ritzel, Steve Ross, Catherine Russell, Spider Saloff, Lumiri Tubo, Tamara Tunie, Iris Williams, Larry Woodard and surprise guests. The artists will interpret songs from the Mabel/Bobby songbook including Here's To Us, Looking At You, Remind Me, Down In The Depths On The 90th Floor, The Folks Who Live On The Hill, I'm Throwing A Ball Tonight, These Foolish Things, Both Sides Now, Bojangles Of Harlem, and Time Heals Everything.

Advance tickets are priced at $100, $50, and $25 and are now available through The Mabel Mercer Foundation at (212) 980-3026 and info@mabelmercer.org. $500 ($350 tax-deductible) premium patron tickets include a post-performance cocktail reception with the artists in the Round Table Room of the Algonquin Hotel. All listed artists appear subject to their availability. On April 25th any remaining tickets will go on sale at the same prices at The Town Hall box office and Ticketmaster.com (800) 982-2787.

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CHI: THREE CAT PRODUCTIONS CELEBRATES BARBRA STREISAND'S 71ST BIRTHDAY

CHI: THREE CAT PRODUCTIONS CELEBRATES BARBRA STREISAND'S 71ST BIRTHDAY
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

Three Cat Productions presents its SIXTH ANNUAL BAB FAB CONCERT celebrating Barbra Streisand's 71st birthday. The performance will be hosted by Rob Dorn on Saturday, April 20th at 7:30 p.m. in theCOACH HOUSE THEATER AT THE BERGER PARK CULTURAL CENTER (6205 North Sheridan Road, Chicago IL - TKTS: 312-970-9840 - http://www.threecatproductions.com ). Proceeds from the Bab Fab concert ticket sales will fund Three Cat Education, an arm of Three Cat Productions dedicated to offering youths nurturing and explorational education programs. Three Cat Education will run a spring youth production The Magic Games and Other Storybook Stuff on May 18th and 19th, as well as summer theater camps from June 17th to August 16th. Bab Fab will feature music from the course of Streisand's career including "Don't Rain on My Parade", "She Touched Me", "A Piece of Sky", and "People." Featuring some of Chicago's best musical theatre talent, Roger Anderson, Sean Effinger Dean, Jen Farney, Scott Gryder, Adam Hibma, Kim Mallory, Paul Motondo, Emily Rohm, Jason Paul Smith, and others will perform the pop star's hits. Nick Sula will provide musical direction. Tickets are $25.

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CHI: BECKIE MENZIE & TOM MICHAEL "UP CLOSE & PERSONAL"

CHI: BECKIE MENZIE & TOM MICHAEL "UP CLOSE & PERSONAL"

Beckie Menzie & Tom Michael bring their latest show "Up Close & Personal" toDAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) on Saturdays, April 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th at 8:00 pm. In their brand new, most personal show yet, they'll share stories and songs about many years of performing together. They will also poke fun at people's frenzy for connection and even the obsession with "reality" TV. After all, when is close TOO close? Featuring songs from The Great American Songbook as well as current Broadway and pop, this promises to be a highly-entertaining and intimate evening. Performing across the country, Beckie has appeared at some of the nation's top nightclubs and concert venues including the legendary Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center in New York, Chicago's Auditorium Theatre and Park West, as well as at concert halls and art series across the country. Hailed by Chicago's WGN Radio as "one of the city's finest cabaret performers," Beckie is a three time winner of Chicago's After Dark Award for Outstanding Cabaret Artist Award. A staple of the Windy City music scene, Beckie regularly performs at Davenports, Petterino's, and Maxim's. Two-time Chicago After Dark Award winner Tom Michael performs across the country to critical acclaim. Appearing on such concert stages as New York's Lincoln Center, Town Hall, and The Supper Club; Chicago's Auditorium Theatre, Empire Room, Davenport's, Millennium Park Pritzker Stage, and Park West; The Royal Room in Palm Beach; and Guild Hall in East Hampton, Tom has delighted audiences with his warm, expressive style. Call for cover/minimum information.

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DC: ACOUSTIC GUITAR VIRTUOSO EARL KLUGH AT BLUES ALLEY

DC: ACOUSTIC GUITAR VIRTUOSO EARL KLUGH AT BLUES ALLEY

GRAMMY-winning acoustic guitar virtuoso Earl Klugh will appear atBLUES ALLEY (1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC - 202-337-4141) on Thursday through Sunday, April 18th through 21st with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. His career of more than three decades includes over 200 compositions, more than 30 full-length albums, hosting and producing his own events, work in film and numerous world tours. Klugh's signature style of performance and composition has earned him has earned him 12 career Grammy Nominations, the most recent a 2009 Grammy Nomination for his critically acclaimed release The Spice of Life. Call for cover/minimum information.

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DC: MARCOVICCI SINGS MOVIES

DC: MARCOVICCI SINGS MOVIES

Cabaret favorite Andrea Marcovicci will perform at THE BARNS OF WOLF TRAP (1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA - Tickets.com: 877-965-3872) on Saturday, April 20th at 7:30 pm. With a dazzling array of movie songs from "Top Hat" to "Toy Story 2," and with a nod and a wink to silver screen legends like Audrey Hepburn, Judy Garland, Bing Crosby, Bob Hope and Fred Astaire, Andrea illuminates how movie music has scored our lives and loves. Highlights include: Two For the Road, The Way We Were, Thanks For the Memory, Days Of Wine And Roses, Charade, Long Ago & Far Away, and As Time Goes By. Call for cover/minimum information.

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TOR: THE OSCAR PETERSON TRIBUTE BAND AT JAZZ BISTRO

TOR: THE OSCAR PETERSON TRIBUTE BAND AT JAZZ BISTRO

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the originally scheduled artist for this weekend at THE JAZZ BISTRO (251 Victoria Street, Toronto, ONT, CA - 416-363-5299), iconic jazz vibraphonist Peter Appleyard will be re-scheduled at a later date. Stepping in on Friday & Saturday, April 19th & 20th will be bassist/composer/arranger Dave Young and his "Oscar Peterson Tribute Band". Young performed and recorded for many years with the late, great Oscar Peterson and will be performing material from his own, well-received 2011 JUNO-nominated recording, Aspects of Oscar (Modica Music). Taking the stage alongside Dave will be pianist John Sherwood, drummer Terry Clarke, trumpeter Steve McDade and guitarist Reg Schwager (on Friday and Saturday only). Call for exact showtimes, cover/minimum information.

TOR: COME FLY WITH ME AT THE BEAVER

TOR: COME FLY WITH ME AT THE BEAVER

The Andy De Campos Quintet will be at THE FLYING BEAVER (488 Parliament Street, Toronto, ON - 647-347-6567) on Saturday, April 20th at 9:00 pm. The quintet features Andy De Campos on vocals and on piano: Robert Horvath; on bass: Matt Roberts; on drums: Steve Farrugia; and on trumpet: Howard Leathers. The Flying Beaver is Toronto's only "Pubaret". It's a pub and cabaret in one which has a reputation for inviting the finest nightclub acts in the city. There is a $10 cover.

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NYS: BROADWAY COMES TO WURTSBORO SERIES

NYS: BROADWAY COMES TO WURTSBORO SERIES

Broadway Concerts Direct presents BROADWAY COMES TO THE GARDEN: Songs of Spring on Saturday, April 20th at 8:00 pm atCOMMUNITY CHURCH OF WURTSBORO (134 Sullivan Street, Wurtsboro, NY - 845-888-5567 - BwayDirect.com). Featured performers include Emily Buttner, Celia Berk, Edd Clark, Rich Flanders, Rob Gardner, Joanna Morton Gary, Sue Matsuki, Mark Planner and Sarah Rice with Matthew Martin Ward on Piano and Sarah Rice on Theremin. The evening will feature an eclectic evening of song, about spring drawing from the world of cabaret, classical, theater and popular music. Featuring songs from SECRET GARDEN and more. Broadway Concerts Direct brings together some of the finest voices on the Broadway, cabaret, music theatre and operatic stages. There is a $15 cover.

NYS: ECHOING BACK: THE SONGS OF JOHNNY MERCER IN FORT SALEM SPRING CABARET SERIES

NYS: ECHOING BACK: THE SONGS OF JOHNNY MERCER IN FORT SALEM SPRING CABARET SERIES

Four Broadway performers in a new musical revue, Echoing Back: The Songs of Johnny Mercer, will perform on The MAINSTAGE AT FORT SALEM THEATER (11 East Broadway, Salem, NY - 518-854-9200) for one show only on Saturday, April 20th at 8:00 pm. One of the founding partners of Capital Records, Mercer's writing and singing career spanned over sixty years of changing musical styles, from "Come Rain or Come Shine" to "Moon River." Created and directed by Broadway performer Karin Baker, with arrangements by musical director David Hancock Turner, the cast's credits range from being in the original cast of The Music Man to the cast of Broadway's Footloose and John Waters' cult classic film, Hairspray. Booked for the week of the Fort's Songwriter Series is Beautiful Girls: Celebrating Sondheim's Women, on April 27th. The $25 admission includes a $5 credit toward coffee and dessert provided by Norene and Fred's of Salem; advance reservations are recommended.

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NYC: JOE ICONIS & FAMILY AT 54 BELOW

NYC: JOE ICONIS & FAMILY AT 54 BELOW

After a sold-out holiday run, musical theater writer Joe Iconis is proud to bring his unique mash-up of showtune cabaret and rock and roll jamboree back to 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Saturday, April 20th & Friday, April 26th at 11:00 pm and Sunday, May 5th at 7:00 pm. The huge cast of brilliant actor/singers, lunatic musicians and legendary special guests will offer you an evening where searing character studies meet drunken back room sing-alongs. The cast and band is as follows: Adam Guettel (May 5 only), Jeremy Jordan (April 20 only), Nick Blaemire (April 26 only), Liz Lark Brown, Katrina Rose Dideriksen, Seth Eliser, Molly Hager, Dennis Michael Keefe, MK Lawson, Eric William Morris, Jeremy Morse (April 20 only), Krysta Rodriguez, Rob Rokicki, Mike Rosengarten, Lance Rubin, Jared Weiss, Jason SweetTooth Williams, and more performers to be announced! Jennifer Ashley Tepper produces. There is a $15-$25 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

NYC: LUIZ SIMAS AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: LUIZ SIMAS AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Rio-born Brazilian jazz composer/singer/pianist Luiz Simas will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturday, April 20th at 9:30 pm. Luiz is a genuine Carioca! A New Yorker since '89, he has led original groups in jazz festivals and clubs in the US, in Europe and in Brazil. Luiz' voice and music have warmed major venues including Birdland, the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall and Bargemusic. His CDs include Cafune, Impromptu, Luiz Simas Live in NYC, New Chorinhos from Brazil, Recipe for Rhythm and Mata Atlantica (Atlantic Forest) Piano Suite. He'll be joined on his new show "Don't Just Blame in on the Bossa Nova" by Adriano Santos on drums, Gustavo Amarante on bass and special guest Eliane Amherd on guitar and vocals. The repertoire includes Luiz's infectious original tunes as well as beloved Brazilian music standards by Jobim, Caetano Veloso and others. Yjere is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: BOBBIE HOROWITZ PRESENTS THE APRIL UNITY CABARET 2 PM TODAY

NYC: BOBBIE HOROWITZ PRESENTS THE APRIL UNITY CABARET 2 PM TODAY

The April Unity Cabaret, presented by Bobbie Horowitz Productions, will take place on Saturday, April 20th at 2:00 pm, at UNITY CENTER (213 West 58th Street, NYC - 212-582-1300). Performers include T. Oliver Reid, Daryl Glenn, Dana Lorge, Rob Langeder, Stacie Pearlman, David F. Slone, Joan Jaffe, Reverend Roger Anthony Yolanda Mapes, Ruth Carlon, Maria Ottavia, Jackie Draper and many more. Suggested donation: $15.

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Friday, April 19, 2013

AUS: LAY-LAH WAZIR - A NIGHTMARE ON HIGH STREET = SHOW CLOSES TONIGHT

AUS: LAY-LAH WAZIR - A NIGHTMARE ON HIGH STREET

Following the success of "Pyramids & Pimm's" at the 2012 Comedy Festival, character comedienne Yvonne Malik returns to the stage, as the belly dancing Bo-gyptian, Lay-lah Wazir atCOMEDY ON COLLINS (156 Collins Street, Melbourne, NSW, AUS - 9017 0104) on Wednesdays through Saturdays, April 3rd through 20th. Loudmouth Lay-lah from Lalor has a 'PhB' in belly dance and is always ready to show off her moves to anyone who asks - and everyone else as well. When she uproots her family in search of the 'Great Australian Dream' at Lalor Fortress Heights (a shiny new housing estate in Melbourne's outer north), she realises the fairytale she was sold is much more akin to a nightmare, despite having acquired all the necessities: a McMansion, hummer and several sixty inch plasmas. Directed by Russell Fletcher, Yvonne Malik is an Arabic female comedienne from the northern suburbs of Melbourne, performing at comedy venues as the one and only housing estate princess, much to the delight of her audiences. Using her original blend of cultural comedy and satire, she pokes fun at modern day excesses and the notion of 'the perfect life' on outer suburban housing estates. Be warned, this show may also include Lay-lah's artistically challenged belly dance routines! Call for cover/minimum information.

FOLLOWING NOTICE RECEIVED FROM BOSTON CABARET FESTIVAL

Dear BACA Members,

Along with everyone else, we are extremely, extremely saddened by recent events and our hearts and best wishes are with all of those individuals and families who have been directly impacted by the recent terrorist attack.

We, along with the whole nation, were hoping that the second terrorist would be found and arrested quickly. However that is not the case.

Therefore, due to the continuing terrorist search and lockdown of Watertown and surrounding areas the BACA Board has decided to cancel the Cabaret Fest 2013 Friday evening's show. The BACA Board will later reschedule a date in the future to hold the BACA Cabaret Fest 2013 Friday Night’s Performance Showcase.

The BACA Board will continue to monitor the situation and we will make a decision by noon tomorrow Saturday April 20, 2013 regarding Saturday’s BACA Cabaret Fest 2013 performance showcases.

If there are any questions or if you wish to discuss anything further please do not hesitate in contacting me or Sara Brodsky directly.

Kindest Regards,

Kevin Luey (President of BACA) & Sara Brodsky (Vice President of BACA)

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CHI: AMY AND LAURA SONGS BY CLERGY KIDS

CHI: AMY AND LAURA SONGS BY CLERGY KIDS

Amy Cole and Laura Freeman bring their show "Son of a Pope" toDAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) on Fridays, April 12th, 19th & 26th at 8:00 pm. They will perform music from all their favorite clergy kids: Tori Amos, Al Green, Nat King Cole, The Pointer Sisters, and more. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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DC: BOSSALINGO WITH ORIGINAL MUSIC AT GERMANO'S

DC: BOSSALINGO WITH ORIGINAL MUSIC AT GERMANO'S

Inspired by the sounds and rhythms of Argentina, Cuba and Brazil, Bossalingo performs their original music at CABARET AT GERMANO'S (300 South High Street, Baltimore, MD - 410-752-4515 - ) on Friday, April 19th at 7:30 pm. Bossalingo performs with passion, using the common language of Jazz improvisation to unite all of these amazing styles into an unforgettable experience for the listener. The group performs selections from the recent Bossalingo release, "Steps Beyond", as well as some earlier originals from the first record and various Jazz standards. The styles of Tango, Jazz, Rumba, Samba, Milongo, Bossa Nova, Tumbao, and Guaguanco are all featured throughout the show. The current line up features Baltimore composer/guitarist, Michael Joseph Harris, Didier Prossaird on piano, bassist Steve Zerlin, and drummer Mike Kuhl. Call for cover/minimum information.

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DC: ACOUSTIC GUITAR VIRTUOSO EARL KLUGH AT BLUES ALLEY

DC: ACOUSTIC GUITAR VIRTUOSO EARL KLUGH AT BLUES ALLEY

TOR: THE OSCAR PETERSON TRIBUTE BAND AT JAZZ BISTRO

TOR: THE OSCAR PETERSON TRIBUTE BAND AT JAZZ BISTRO

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the originally scheduled artist for this weekend at THE JAZZ BISTRO (251 Victoria Street, Toronto, ONT, CA - 416-363-5299 - ), iconic jazz vibraphonist Peter Appleyard will be re-scheduled at a later date. Stepping in on Friday & Saturday, April 19th & 20th will be bassist/composer/arranger Dave Young and his "Oscar Peterson Tribute Band". Young performed and recorded for many years with the late, great Oscar Peterson and will be performing material from his own, well-received 2011 JUNO-nominated recording, Aspects of Oscar (Modica Music). Taking the stage alongside Dave will be pianist John Sherwood, drummer Terry Clarke, trumpeter Steve McDade and guitarist Reg Schwager (on Friday and Saturday only). Call for exact showtimes, cover/minimum information.

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NJ: "REV. YOLANDA'S OLD TIME GOSPEL HOUR" AT THE MUSEUM

NJ: "REV. YOLANDA'S OLD TIME GOSPEL HOUR" AT THE MUSEUM

"Rev. Yolanda's Old Time Gospel Hour" will be presented at theUNION CITY MUSEUM OF ART AT THE WILLIAM V. MUSTO CULTURAL CENTER (420 - 15 Street Union City, NJ - 201-271-2279 ) on Friday, April 19th at 8:00 pm. The evening will be hosted by Lucio Fernandez with special guest Tracy Stark. Rev. Yolanda is an eccentric, and ecstatic performer with a southern rock, country gospel style. He brings his message of Non Duality into every event by merging GLBT and Mainstream Popular Culture with Integrated Spirituality. Possessing a soulful voice, a message of oneness, great costumes, and a wicked sense of humor, his shows and CD's emphasize love, beautiful melodies, interesting stories, and a bit of inspiration. Rev Yolanda was born and raised as Roger Mapes in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, The Hit Recording Capital of the World and the birthplaces of Helen Keller and W.C. Handy. There is NO COVER.

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NYC: 54 BELOW PRESENTS RITA WILSON

NYC: 54 BELOW PRESENTS RITA WILSON

Rita Wilson reveals her expressive, denim-and-suede vocals in a nostalgic throwback to the soft rock of Los Angeles in seven special performances at 54 BELOW(254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551). Performances are scheduled for Sunday, Monday and Wednesday & Thursday, April 14th, 15th, 17th & 18th at 9:30 pm; Friday & Saturday, April 19th & 20th at 5:30 pm, with an additional performance on Friday, the 19th at 11:00 pm. Wilson performs songs from her critically acclaimed debut Decca Records solo album, AM/FM, featuring iconic hits from the 60s and 70s, ranging from classic love songs to folk-rock tunes. The LA born actress, producer, and writer made her Broadway debut as Roxy Hart in Chicago. There is a $40-$50 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: STEVE WILSON QUINTET: SPECIAL EDITION II AT THE JAZZ STANDARD

NYC: STEVE WILSON QUINTET: SPECIAL EDITION II AT THE JAZZ STANDARD

The 'Steve Wilson Quintet: Special Edition II' will come to the THE JAZZ STANDARD (116 East 27th Street, NYC - 212-576-2232 - ) for a series of concerts, Thursday through Sunday, April 18th through 21st. Performances are at 7:30 & 9:30 pm with late shows at 11:30 pm on Fridays & Saturdays. Wilson will be joined by an amazing line-up of musicians: George Cables, Alex Sipiagin, Larry Grenadier, and Ulysses Owens, Jr. This quintet brings together three generations of some of best musicians on the New York scene. Having been one of the first-call musicians of choice since the 1960's, George Cables is considered one of the few living grand masters of the piano. Also known for his lasting contributions to the modern jazz repertoire we'll feature some of his compositions. Bassist Larry Grenadier and trumpeter Alex Sipiagin have been two of the most in-demand players since the 1990's. Grenadier is best known for his work with Pat Metheny and Brad Mehldau, and Sipiagin as a leading soloist with The Mingus Big Band and Michael Brecker. Drummer Ulysses Owens, Jr. at 30 years-old has already become everyone's favorite drummer. His buoyant beat and infectious smile gets everyone's toes tapping, fingers snapping, and makes the band's groove deeper. This old friends-new band collaboration is the perfect balance of fire and elegance. Call for cover/minimum information.

NYC: ANA POPOVIC AT THE IRIDIUM

NYC: ANA POPOVIC AT THE IRIDIUM

Ana Popovic performs at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) on Wednesday, April 17th and Friday, April 19th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm each night. Ana's career has been meteoric, and shows no signs of slowing down! The most impressive aspect of Ana's music is her diversity of techniques and styles. Her blend of smoking electric funk slide guitar, jazzy instrumentals, tight blues groove, soulful feminine vocals and her incredible stage presence makes her an irresistible force in the music world. Ana Popovic was born in the wartorn town of Belgrade, in former Yugoslavia. Ana grew up in a warm and loving family where music was very important. Her father would, throughout her youth, always invite friends over for nightly jam sessions where Ana listened and analyzed the deep artistic roots of her music. In this atmosphere, she quickly picked up her father's impressive blues and soul record collection, grabbed his guitar and went to work at a young age of 15. Since then, Ana Popovic has developed into an phenomenal guitarist/vocalist who now currently resides in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. There is a $30 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: JOHN SCOFIELD "HOLLOW BODY BAND" AT BIRDLAND

NYC: JOHN SCOFIELD "HOLLOW BODY BAND" AT BIRDLAND

The John Scofield "Hollow Body Band" featuring Ben Street (bass) & Bill Stewart (drums) will perform at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) Tuesday through Saturday, April 16th through 20th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. John Scofield is part of a generation of jazz guitarists including Pat Metheny, John Abercrombie, Mike Stern and Bill Frisell who combined the stylistic influences of Jim Hall and Wes Montgomery with the electric sounds of rock and roll. Scofield is a masterful jazz improviser whose music falls somewhere between post-bop, funk and electric jam band jazz. After a debut recording with Gerry Mulligan and Chet Baker, Scofield was a member of the Billy Cobham-George Duke band for two years. In 1977 he recorded with Charles Mingus, and joined the Gary Burton quartet. From 1982-1985, Scofield toured and recorded with Miles Davis. Since 1978, he has led his own groups and recorded over 30 albums as a leader, including collaborations with Pat Metheny, Charlie Haden, Eddie Harris, Medeski, Martin & Wood, Bill Frisell, Brad Mehldau, Jack DeJohnette, Joe Lovano and others. Scofield's Hollowbody Band pairs him with Mike Stern who also played with Billy Cobham and Miles Davis, as well as Blood, Sweat & Tears before embarking on a solo career that has produced over fifteen albums and global critical acclaim. There is a $40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: DAVID BERGER JAZZ ORCHESTRA FRIDAYS AT BIRDLAND

NYC: DAVID BERGER JAZZ ORCHESTRA FRIDAYS AT BIRDLAND

The David Berger Jazz Orchestra performs at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Fridays at 5:00 pm. Jazz composer, arranger and conductor David Berger is recognized internationally as a leading authority on the music of Duke Ellington and the Swing Era and big band music. Conductor and arranger for the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra from its inception in 1988 through 1994, Berger has transcribed more than 750 full scores of classic recordings including over 500 works by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. Mr. Berger maintains a close working relationship with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: THE METROPOLITAN ROOM PRESENTS TONI REDD

NYC: THE METROPOLITAN ROOM PRESENTS TONI REDD

Georgian born songstress, Toni Redd will appear at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Friday, April 19th at 9:30 & 11:30 pm. Reddis an internationally known vocalist with an intense style. The captivating and sultry vocal styling of Toni Redd combines traditional jazz, pop, classic soul, and urban rhythm & blues to create her own unique and powerful ambience - as she takes us on her musical trek via that down home, rich, old school sound that fully grasps the emotional heart and soul of her listeners. There is a $30 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: DISTORTED DIZNEE AT THE BEECHMAN

NYC: DISTORTED DIZNEE AT THE BEECHMAN

Dallas DuBois hosts DISTORTED DIZNEE, an outrageous take on some of the most beloved animated classics, at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Fridays, April 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th at 10:00 pm. DuBois and a troupe of fabulous drag queens will present a twisted - and very adult - journey, catapulting you back to your childhood into a Magical Kingdom where dreams come true. This 70-minute extravaganza features high-energy dance numbers, comedy, dazzling costumes and lip-syncing "ladies". Starring Dallas DuBois, Holly Dae, Bootsie LeFaris, Pixie Aventura, Shenea DeDranke, and more! There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: ANASTASIA BARZEE SINGS BURT BACHARACH

NYC: ANASTASIA BARZEE SINGS BURT BACHARACH

An evening of Burt Bacharach music sung by Broadway/Television actress Anastasia Barzee will be presented at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday & Friday, April 18th & 19th at 7:00 pm. Barzee, using the Bacharach catalogue, explores the many ways we love; who we love, how we love, and why in the world do we keep doing it over and over again. Expect to hear some of Bacharach's most famous songs, "What The World Needs Now", "Alfie", "Close to You" and well as some new, never recorded songs from his upcoming Broadway Musical, "Some Lovers". Ms. Barzee will be joined by The Kevin Hays Trio ( Kevin Hays on piano, Rob Jost on Bass and French Horn, Greg Joseph on drums) and Teddy Kumpel on guitar, banjo, and mandolin. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: GIA MORA'S EINSTEIN'S GIRL AT DON'T TELL MAMA

NYC: GIA MORA'S EINSTEIN'S GIRL AT DON'T TELL MAMA

Nationally recognized actor and vocalist Gia Mora announces the New York premiere of her newest solo show, Einstein's Girl, at DON'T TELL MAMA(343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) for one night only on Friday, April 19th, at 7:00 pm. Einstein's Girl explores the "science of love ... theoretically speaking." Mora turns her signature wit and intellectual prowess on an unlikely pair of human languages: love and mathematics. In her show she investigates interpersonal relations in the digital age through song and story. Composer and multi-instrumentalist Charlie Barnett will accompany Mora on piano. Gia Mora is a triple-threat performer and writer. Past solo performances include headlining at The Gardenia and House of Blues in Los Angeles; Bethesda Blues & Jazz and Blues Alley in Washington, DC; An Die Musik and Germano's in Baltimore; and Lannie's Clocktower Cabaret in Denver. A frequent featured soloist, she has appeared at The Federal, Catalina Jazz Club, The Blind Barber in Los Angeles and many more. She is a four-time Helen Hayes Award nominee, and her recent musical theatre credits include world premieres at Ford's Theatre and the Kennedy Center. She is signed to Modern Songbook Records and will release her second CD later in 2013. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: KARREN DILLE IN FIFTY SHADES OF ME AT DON'T TELL MAMA

NYC: KARREN DILLE IN FIFTY SHADES OF ME AT DON'T TELL MAMA
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

Karren Dille brings her solo cabaret "Fifty Shades of Me" back toDON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) for three performances Friday April 12th, Thursday April 18th and Friday April 19th, all shows at 7:00 pm. Inspired by the book Fifty Shades of Grey, Ms Dille performs an eclectic mix songs about life, love and relationships from the bawdy to the sublime. Expect an energetic and poignant evening with songs by Kander & Ebb, Frank Wildhorn, Diane Warren, Amanda McBroom, Allan and Marilyn Bergman, Carrie Underwood and more. Karren Dille is no stranger to the stage, she has appeared on Broadway as Bettie Rizzo in Grease, as well as several National Tours and concerts including back up for Emperdink Humberdink. Fifty Shades of Me is directed by 2012 Broadway World award winner Collette Black with musical direction by Norma Jeanne Curley. There is a $15 cover charge plus a two drink minimum per person. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

Thursday, April 18, 2013

SUMMER CABARET INTENSIVE IN OHIO ANNOUNCED

SUMMER CABARET INTENSIVE IN OHIO ANNOUNCED

Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Music (http://www.bw.edu ) in partnership with PlayhouseSquare (http://www.playhousesquare.org ), the largest performing arts center in the nation outside of New York City, and The Cleveland Cabaret Project (http://www.clevelandcabaret.com), is excited to announce the new CABARET INTENSIVE, a week-long summer program allowing participants to explore cabaret performing, to be held Sunday through Friday, July 28th through August 2nd, 2013. Cabaret veterans and co-founders of the Cleveland Cabaret Project, Lora Workman and Charles Eversole, will lead the Intensive, with guest master class artists Broadway-veteran Liz Callaway and pianist/music director Alex Rybeck. The event will culminate in a final performance at PLAYHOUSESQUARE (1501 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH - 216-771-4444). Singers who are looking to explore cabaret performance are encouraged to submit an audition by May 15, 2013 for consideration. During six days of intensive training, singers will participate in daily cabaret workshop classes, private lessons with a member of BW's voice faculty and master classes. In addition, participants will explore the business of doing cabaret and other topics necessary for a successful cabaret performance. Participants will present a professionally-produced cabaret on Friday evening, August 2, at PlayhouseSquare's Westfield Insurance Studio Theatre. For more information, please contact 440-826-2365 or conreach@bw.edu, orCLICK HERE: .

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SATURDAY PICK CHI: THREE CAT PRODUCTIONS CELEBRATES BARBRA STREISAND'S 71ST BIRTHDAY

SATURDAY PICK CHI: THREE CAT PRODUCTIONS CELEBRATES BARBRA STREISAND'S 71ST BIRTHDAY
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

Three Cat Productions presents its SIXTH ANNUAL BAB FAB CONCERT celebrating Barbra Streisand's 71st birthday. The performance will be hosted by Rob Dorn on Saturday, April 20th at 7:30 p.m. in the COACH HOUSE THEATER AT THE BERGER PARK CULTURAL CENTER (6205 North Sheridan Road, Chicago IL - TKTS: 312-970-9840 -http://www.threecatproductions.com ). Proceeds from the Bab Fab concert ticket sales will fund Three Cat Education, an arm of Three Cat Productions dedicated to offering youths nurturing and explorational education programs. Three Cat Education will run a spring youth production The Magic Games and Other Storybook Stuff on May 18th and 19th, as well as summer theater camps from June 17th to August 16th. Bab Fab will feature music from the course of Streisand's career including "Don't Rain on My Parade", "She Touched Me", "A Piece of Sky", and "People." Featuring some of Chicago's best musical theatre talent, Roger Anderson, Sean Effinger Dean, Jen Farney, Scott Gryder, Adam Hibma, Kim Mallory, Paul Motondo, Emily Rohm, Jason Paul Smith, and others will perform the pop star's hits. Nick Sula will provide musical direction. Tickets are $25.

SATURDAY PICK NYC: JOE ICONIS & FAMILY AT 54 BELOW

SATURDAY PICK NYC: JOE ICONIS & FAMILY AT 54 BELOW

SATURDAY PICK NYC: BOBBIE HOROWITZ PRESENTS THE APRIL UNITY CABARET

SATURDAY PICK NYC: BOBBIE HOROWITZ PRESENTS THE APRIL UNITY CABARET

The April Unity Cabaret, presented by Bobbie Horowitz Productions, will take place on Saturday, April 20th at 2:00 pm, at UNITY CENTER (213 West 58th Street, NYC - 212-582-1300 - ). Performers include T. Oliver Reid, Daryl Glenn, Dana Lorge, Rob Langeder, Stacie Pearlman, David F. Slone, Joan Jaffe, Reverend Roger Anthony Yolanda Mapes, Ruth Carlon, Maria Ottavia, Jackie Draper and many more. Suggested donation: $15.

SATURDAY PICK NYC: "INTERGALACTIC JAZZ TRIO" AT THE KITANO

SATURDAY PICK NYC: "INTERGALACTIC JAZZ TRIO" AT THE KITANO

John di Martino's"INTERGALACTIC JAZZ TRIO" (Boris Kozlov - bass; Shinnosuke Takahashi - drums; John di Martino - piano) will perform at THE KITANO HOTEL'S GARDEN CAFE (66 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-885-7119 - ) on Saturday, April 20th with sets at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Joining the trio on stage are special guests Eddie Henderson on trumpet and Marion Cowings on vocals. Call for cover/minimum information.

FRIDAY PICK CHI: AMY AND LAURA SONGS BY CLERGY KIDS

FRIDAY PICK CHI: AMY AND LAURA SONGS BY CLERGY KIDS

Amy Cole and Laura Freeman bring their show "Son of a Pope" to DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) on Fridays, April 12th, 19th & 26th at 8:00 pm. They will perform music from all their favorite clergy kids: Tori Amos, Al Green, Nat King Cole, The Pointer Sisters, and more. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

FRIDAY PICK NJ: "REV. YOLANDA'S OLD TIME GOSPEL HOUR" AT THE MUSEUM

FRIDAY PICK NJ: "REV. YOLANDA'S OLD TIME GOSPEL HOUR" AT THE MUSEUM

"Rev. Yolanda's Old Time Gospel Hour" will be presented at the UNION CITY MUSEUM OF ART AT THE WILLIAM V. MUSTO CULTURAL CENTER (420 - 15 Street Union City, NJ - 201-271-2279 ) on Friday, April 19th at 8:00 pm. The evening will be hosted by Lucio Fernandez with special guest Tracy Stark. Rev. Yolanda is an eccentric, and ecstatic performer with a southern rock, country gospel style. He brings his message of Non Duality into every event by merging GLBT and Mainstream Popular Culture with Integrated Spirituality. Possessing a soulful voice, a message of oneness, great costumes, and a wicked sense of humor, his shows and CD's emphasize love, beautiful melodies, interesting stories, and a bit of inspiration. Rev Yolanda was born and raised as Roger Mapes in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, The Hit Recording Capital of the World and the birthplaces of Helen Keller and W.C. Handy. There is NO COVER.

FRIDAY PICK: NYC: GIA MORA'S EINSTEIN'S GIRL AT DON'T TELL MAMA

NYC: GIA MORA'S EINSTEIN'S GIRL AT DON'T TELL MAMA

Nationally recognized actor and vocalist Gia Mora announces the New York premiere of her newest solo show, Einstein's Girl, at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) for one night only on Friday, April 19th, at 7:00 pm. Einstein's Girl explores the "science of love ... theoretically speaking." Mora turns her signature wit and intellectual prowess on an unlikely pair of human languages: love and mathematics. In her show she investigates interpersonal relations in the digital age through song and story. Composer and multi-instrumentalist Charlie Barnett will accompany Mora on piano. Gia Mora is a triple-threat performer and writer. Past solo performances include headlining at The Gardenia and House of Blues in Los Angeles; Bethesda Blues & Jazz and Blues Alley in Washington, DC; An Die Musik and Germano's in Baltimore; and Lannie's Clocktower Cabaret in Denver. A frequent featured soloist, she has appeared at The Federal, Catalina Jazz Club, The Blind Barber in Los Angeles and many more. She is a four-time Helen Hayes Award nominee, and her recent musical theatre credits include world premieres at Ford's Theatre and the Kennedy Center. She is signed to Modern Songbook Records and will release her second CD later in 2013. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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DC: ACOUSTIC GUITAR VIRTUOSO EARL KLUGH AT BLUES ALLEY

DC: ACOUSTIC GUITAR VIRTUOSO EARL KLUGH AT BLUES ALLEY

NYC: LATE NIGHT: 54 PIANO BAR THURSDAYS

NYC: LATE NIGHT: 54 PIANO BAR THURSDAYS
FEATURED OPEN MIC EVENT

On Thursdays at 11:00 pm at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551), it's time for 54 PIANO BAR. Just pick a song and join extraordinary pianist and host Brian Nash as you take your turn on the stage. See new Broadway talent perform on a whim, and perhaps take part in the ever-popular (and inevitable) audience sing along. No cover charge. No cover charge, just a $20 food/drink minimum.

NYC: 54 BELOW PRESENTS RITA WILSON

NYC: 54 BELOW PRESENTS RITA WILSON

NYC: LOVE HANGOVER: LACHANZE SINGS DIANA ROSS

NYC: LOVE HANGOVER: LACHANZE SINGS DIANA ROSS

One of Broadway's most celebrated, powerhouse voices takes to the stage at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Wednesday, April 17th; Thursday, April 18th; and Monday, April 22nd, all shows at 7:00 pm. 'Love Hangover: LaChanze sings Diana Ross' is a salute of a woman who broke barriers and challenged stereotypes throughout her legendary career. Love Hangover, Do You Know Where You're Goin' To?, Endless Love and Good Morning, Heartache are just a few of the tunes forever linked with this formidable artist (who won a Tony for 1977's An Evening with Diana Ross). And who better to celebrate this music than another formidable artist? LaChanze, a Tony, Emmy, Obie and Theatre World Award winner, is best known for her show-stopping performances in The Color Purple, Dessa Rose & Once on This Island, among others. Be there! And remember, Ain't No Mountain High Enough! There is a $35-$45 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: STEVE WILSON QUINTET: SPECIAL EDITION II AT THE JAZZ STANDARD

NYC: STEVE WILSON QUINTET: SPECIAL EDITION II AT THE JAZZ STANDARD

The 'Steve Wilson Quintet: Special Edition II' will come to the THE JAZZ STANDARD (116 East 27th Street, NYC - 212-576-2232) for a series of concerts, Thursday through Sunday, April 18th through 21st. Performances are at 7:30 & 9:30 pm with late shows at 11:30 pm on Fridays & Saturdays. Wilson will be joined by an amazing line-up of musicians: George Cables, Alex Sipiagin, Larry Grenadier, and Ulysses Owens, Jr. This quintet brings together three generations of some of best musicians on the New York scene. Having been one of the first-call musicians of choice since the 1960's, George Cables is considered one of the few living grand masters of the piano. Also known for his lasting contributions to the modern jazz repertoire we'll feature some of his compositions. Bassist Larry Grenadier and trumpeter Alex Sipiagin have been two of the most in-demand players since the 1990's. Grenadier is best known for his work with Pat Metheny and Brad Mehldau, and Sipiagin as a leading soloist with The Mingus Big Band and Michael Brecker. Drummer Ulysses Owens, Jr. at 30 years-old has already become everyone's favorite drummer. His buoyant beat and infectious smile gets everyone's toes tapping, fingers snapping, and makes the band's groove deeper. This old friends-new band collaboration is the perfect balance of fire and elegance. Call for cover/minimum information.

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NYC: ROBERT RANDOLPH PRESENTS THE SLIDE BROTHERS

NYC: ROBERT RANDOLPH PRESENTS THE SLIDE BROTHERS

Robert Randolph Presents The Slide Brothers at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) on Thursday, April 18th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. The Slide Brothers are Calvin Cooke, Chuck Campbell, Darick Campbell and Aubrey Ghent the greatest living musicians who embody the Sacred Steel tradition. The joyous music these legendary artists create extends far beyond scared steel to encompass blues, rock and soul all celebrated with a sound that is uniquely their own. The pedal steel guitar was introduced to church services by Willie Eason in the 1930s. His single-string passages, which imitated the African-American singing and shouting voices, remain the signature sound of the Keith Dominion steel guitar style. The goal of a skilled steel player in church is to use the guitar to mimic voices, to 'sing' lines of the hymns and to provide praise music that pushes the congregation closer to feeling the Holy Spirit. This church-bred style of high energy electrified slide remains today an integral part of the worship service wherever the faithful gather. Despite its role in church services, this dynamic, high energy music had never been heard outside of church. As a new century dawned, rumors of an extraordinary new form of slide guitar began to attract interest among blues fans who long favored the electrified sound of slide guitar masters such as Elmore James and Duane Allman. Robert Randolph has become the most successful artist to emerge from the Sacred Steel tradition. Randolph's mission is to share the extraordinary talents of these legendary masters with audiences throughout the world. Together with Co-Producer John McDermott, Randolph has readied the group's debut album for release by Concord Records later this year. There is a $35 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: JOHN SCOFIELD "HOLLOW BODY BAND" AT BIRDLAND

NYC: JOHN SCOFIELD "HOLLOW BODY BAND" AT BIRDLAND

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Saturday, April 20, 2013

Friday, April 19, 2013

Thursday, April 18, 2013