CABARET TONIGHT IN MARYLAND: ANDREW NEU AT BETHESDA BLUES
Blending a unique mix of jazz, R&B, classical and Latin music, Andrew Neu will perform at BETHESDA BLUES & JAZZ (7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD - 240-330-4500) on Thursday, January 9th at 7:30 pm. Neu is one of the most exciting, multi-genre musicians today. Andrew is well respected throughout the industry for his work as a saxophonist, woodwind player, arranger, composer and recording artist. Whether he's in concert as a solo artist or a sideman, Neu's musicianship and powerful stage presence continue to get the attention of audiences and critics alike. Passionate best describes him. Regularly touring the world with Bobby Caldwell, Diane Schuur and Smokey Robinson, Neu has shared the stage with Elton John, Patti Labelle, Mellissa Manchester, Mel Torme, The Philadelphia Orchestra, The Four Tops, and The Temptations among others. He has also recorded as a soloist with Bobby Caldwell, Sister Sledge, Manhattan Transfer, Peter White, David Sanborn, Steve Oliver, Jeff Lorber, Brian Culbertson and Buddy DeFranco. Fueled by the international success of 'Inspire' (2000) and 'In Clear View' (2007), Andrew made his debut on NuGroove Records with 'Try Something Neu' (2009). Debuting in the top 20 on the Smooth Jazz charts it was produced by Brian Bromberg, Chuck Loeb and Gerald Veasley. 'Everything Happens for a Reason' (2013) promises to be Andrew's best album yet featuring Bromberg, Jeff Lorber, Rick Braun, Bobby Caldwell, great horns and a full orchestra. A long time member of Peter Nero and the Philly Pops, Andrew has also been featured as a soloist and an arranger with the Brian Pastor Big Band and the Dave Stahl Band. He has recorded CDs with both bands. Andrew leads an all-star big band in Los Angeles along with trumpeter, Anthony Bonsera.
