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Friday, April 25, 2014

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NYC: THE BIRDLAND BIG BAND DIRECTED BY TOMMY IGOE

Featuring the finest musicians in New York! The Birdland Big Band roars into action atBIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) every Friday, playing the finest Jazz, Latin and Brazilian music from the world's best arrangers. After work or before a show, drinks or a great dinner, come hear one of the world's best drummers driving the hardest swinging band in New York. Experience why the BBB is fast becoming the must-see weekly jazz event in New York and kick off your weekend with what critics are calling "the best live music bargain in all of NYC!" There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

NYC: JAMES CARTER ORGAN TRIO AT BIRDLAND

The James Carter Organ Trio performs at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Tuesday through Saturday, April 22nd through 26th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. By the time Detroit native saxophonist James Carter emerged on the New York jazz scene 1988 he was already a sensation. Now, Carter the mature artist is firmly established as one of the leading saxophonists of his generation, well versed in everything from striaght ahead to gypsy-jazz to funk. His new release, "Django Unchained," is his second to celebrate music popularized by gypsy guitar legend Django Reinhardt, but this time within the modern sounds of Carter's favored ensemble, the organ trio. There is a $40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

NYC: STANLEY CLARKE & FRIENDS AT THE BLUE NOTE

Bassist Stanley Clarke will perform at THE BLUE NOTE(131 West 3rd Street, NYC - 212-475-8592) on Tuesday through Sunday, April 22nd through 27th with shows at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. He is joined on stage by Ruslan Sirota, piano and Lenny White, drums. Clarke was barely out of his teens when he exploded into the jazz world in 1971. Fresh out of the Philadelphia Academy of Music, he arrived in New York City and immediately landed jobs with famous bandleaders such as Horace Silver, Art Blakey, Dexter Gordon, Joe Henderson, Pharaoh Saunders, Gil Evans, Stan Getz and a budding young pianist-composer named Chick Corea. All of these musicians immediately recognized Clarke's ferocious dexterity and complete musicality on the acoustic bass. Not only was he an expert at crafting bass lines and functioning as a timekeeper - in keeping with his instrument's traditional role - but the young prodigy also possessed a sense of lyricism and melody distilled from his bass heroes Charles Mingus, Scott LaFaro and others, as well as non-bass players like John Coltrane. Clarke envisioned the bass as a viable, melodic solo instrument positioned at the front of the stage rather than in a background role, and he was uniquely qualified to take it there. There is a $30-$45 cover.

NYC: WESSELL "WARMDADDY" ANDERSON AT DIZZY'S

Wessell "Warmdaddy" Anderson will perform atDIZZY'S CLUB AT JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER (33 West 60th Street, NYC - 212-258-9595) on Thursday through Sunday, April 24th through 27th with shows at 7:30 & 9:30 pm. The band consists of Wessell "Warmdaddy" Anderson, alto saxophone; Richard Johnson, piano; Reuben Rogers, bass; and Geoff Clapp, drums. A Brooklyn native, former Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra member and longtime Wynton Marsalis Septet member, Wessell "Warmdaddy" Anderson graces the Dizzy's stage once again. One of the best saxophonists around, Anderson is a renowned performer and bandleader, forming highly lauded bands with musicians of all generations. While rooted in bop, Anderson is known to mix in some soulful New Orleans jazz and a sweeping blues style evocative of Cannonball Adderley. Simply put, fans of jazz can't go wrong with "Warmdaddy." There is a $35-$40 cover.

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NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER - ENCORE! ENCORE!

Baby Jane Dexter returns toTHE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with her acclaimed show, "More Rules of the Road," on Fridays, April 18th & 25th at 7:00 pm. More Rules of the Road is the latest emotionally empowering and highly-charged show from this influential and beloved cabaret artist who never disappoints. Her shows are filled with memorable anecdotes from life and a brilliant performing career as well as totally unforgettable song choices that have helped make her the local legend she remains today. This show includes compelling songs by Irving Berlin, Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh and George Gershwin, as well as something by Mike Scott from the Waterboys and a song written by Randy Newman and introduced by Baby Jane. She also does a new blues written by Vivien Wolsk suggested by KT Sullivan, and songs by greats like Peggy Lee and Sonny Burke, Rufus Wainwright and Abbey Lincoln. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN FRIDAYS AT MOSCOW57

Mary Foster Conklin is appearing weekly on Friday nights where Loisaida meets Williamsburg at MOSCOW57 ON DELANCEY (168 1/2 Delancey Street, NYC - 212-260-5775) at 7:00 pm. has appeared in theatres, jazz clubs and cabarets in the metropolitan New York area and throughout the United States and Canada. A New Jersey native who came to New York to pursue theatre work, her transformation from actor to jazz singer began when she joined drummer/composer ArtLillard's 16-piece Heavenly Band and her song selections naturally shifted from show tunes to blues, Latin and
bebop. Moscow57 is owned by Ellen Kaye, singer/ pioneer/ force of nature, who nightly hosts the best party in town with a rotating group of artists. She calls it Hobohemia - A Rendezvous of Strangers and this month she is celebrating April in Paris. Call for cover/minimum information.

NYC: COLE ESCOLA IN THE FIRST GAY PRESIDENT GOES TO PARIS

Internet comedian and downtown darling Cole Escola has created an evening of sketches and characters for his new show 'THE FIRST GAY PRESIDENT GOES TO PARIS' to be premiered atTHE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE(61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Friday, April 25th at 7:00 pm. Included in the show are "Tennessee Williams Baby," "The Goblin Commuter of Hoboken," "The First Gay President," and very much more. Every single one of Cole's shows sold out last fall. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: FRINGE HIT 'GAY CAMP' RETURNS TO THE DUPLEX

Following last summer's hit run at the New York International Fringe Festival, the award winning "Best Ensemble" of Christian Mansfield, Philip Mutz, and Ken Urso are back for another summer of GAY CAMP atTHE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Fridays, April 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th at 9:30 pm. 'Confused' campers Josh and Anton are shipped off to Camp Acceptance where they encounter an evil headmaster, electrified fences, disco balls, Michelle Bachmann, and more innuendos than you can shake a dildo at! It's gay. It's camp. It's GAY CAMP! There is a $7 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: THE MEL & EL SHOW AT STAGE 72

Mel & El are back at STAGE 72 (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590) on Friday, April 25th at 7:00 pm with a brand new edition of their long-running monthly comedy extravaganza, created and performed by funny femmes Melanie Kinard and Ellie Dunn with composer Patrick Spencer Bodd, THE MEL & EL SHOW features new material every single month, with phenomenal drink deals. This month's show will feature Mel & El 'classics' about dating and sex like "Get Out" and "Nice Jewish Boys" as well as brand new songs detailing their parallel plunges into parenthood, like "White Lady with a Black Baby" and "Let's Not Be Poor Anymore". THE MEL & EL SHOW appeals to women, men, straights, gays, parents, and anyone who has parents. In short, it's for everyone. Call for cover/minimum information.

NYC: MELISSA ERRICO AT THE CORNER OF 54th & CRAZY

Broadway singer Melissa Errico will perform her show 'At The Corner of 54th & Crazy' at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Tuesday and Thursday, April 22nd & 24th at 7:00 pm and Friday & Saturday, April 25th & 26th at 8:00 pm. The beauty, intelligence, charisma and singular silver voice of Melissa Errico has been wowing audiences since she was plucked out of Yale to star in the first national touring company of Les Miserables. Since then, Broadway has embraced her in My Fair Lady (Eliza, 1993 revival), High Society, Amour (Tony nomination) and, most recently, Irving Berlin's White Christmas. There is a $35-$45 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

NYC: THE SONGS OF MARTIN & REALBUTO FEATURING JENNA LEIGH GREEN & MORE

Popular up-and-coming singer-songwriters Tim Realbuto and Matthew Martin (writers of the Broadway-bound Ghostlight) will bring a new show back to 54 BELOW(254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Friday, April 25th at 11:00 pm, after their hugely successful show in March. The new show 'Dear Beautiful Outcasts, This One's For You' will feature songs from Ghostlight, as well as popular covers and a slew of new songs from their top secret new musical. The composers will co-host and sing along with some of Broadway's biggest stars, including Jenna Leigh Green (Wicked, Bare: A Pop Opera), Mandy Gonzalez (Wicked, In the Heights), Jennifer Laura Thompson (Wicked, Urinetown), Alli Mauzey (Wicked, Cry-Baby), Trevor McQueen, Christina Sajous, Kimberly Faye Greenberg, Claybourne Elder, and Abigail Ludrof. There is a $25-$35 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN FRIDAYS AT MOSCOW57

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN FRIDAYS AT MOSCOW57

Mary Foster Conklin is appearing weekly on Friday nights where Loisaida meets Williamsburg at MOSCOW57 ON DELANCEY (168 1/2 Delancey Street, NYC - 212-260-5775) at 7:00 pm. has appeared in theatres, jazz clubs and cabarets in the metropolitan New York area and throughout the United States and Canada. A New Jersey native who came to New York to pursue theatre work, her transformation from actor to jazz singer began when she joined drummer/composer ArtLillard's 16-piece Heavenly Band and her song selections naturally shifted from show tunes to blues, Latin and bebop. Moscow57 is owned by Ellen Kaye, singer/ pioneer/ force of nature, who nightly hosts the best party in town with a rotating group of artists. She calls it Hobohemia - A Rendezvous of Strangers and this month she is celebrating April in Paris. Call for cover/minimum information.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER - ENCORE! ENCORE! (Final Night of Series)

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER - ENCORE! ENCORE! (Final Night of Series)

Baby Jane Dexter returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with her acclaimed show, "More Rules of the Road," on Fridays, April 18th & 25th at 7:00 pm. More Rules of the Road is the latest emotionally empowering and highly-charged show from this influential and beloved cabaret artist who never disappoints. Her shows are filled with memorable anecdotes from life and a brilliant performing career as well as totally unforgettable song choices that have helped make her the local legend she remains today. This show includes compelling songs by Irving Berlin, Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh and George Gershwin, as well as something by Mike Scott from the Waterboys and a song written by Randy Newman and introduced by Baby Jane. She also does a new blues written by Vivien Wolsk suggested by KT Sullivan, and songs by greats like Peggy Lee and Sonny Burke, Rufus Wainwright and Abbey Lincoln. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER - ENCORE! ENCORE!

NYC: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN FRIDAYS AT MOSCOW57

Mary Foster Conklin is appearing weekly on Friday nights where Loisaida meets Williamsburg at MOSCOW57 ON DELANCEY (168 1/2 Delancey Street, NYC - 212-260-5775) at 7:00 pm. has appeared in theatres, jazz clubs and cabarets in the metropolitan New York area and throughout the United States and Canada. A New Jersey native who came to New York to pursue theatre work, her transformation from actor to jazz singer began when she joined drummer/composer ArtLillard's 16-piece Heavenly Band and her song selections naturally shifted from show tunes to blues, Latin and bebop. Moscow57 is owned by Ellen Kaye, singer/ pioneer/ force of nature, who nightly hosts the best party in town with a rotating group of artists. She calls it Hobohemia - A Rendezvous of Strangers and this month she is celebrating April in Paris. Call for cover/minimum information.

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LONDON: AMANDA MCBROOM AND GEORGE BALL AT CRAZY COQS

The American International cabaret performer and writer of the hit song The Rose, Amanda McBroom and her husband George Ball, stars of Broadway show Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris, present their show SOME ENCHANTED EVENING, at THE CRAZY COQS AT BRASSERIE ZEDEL (20 Sherwood St, Piccadilly, London W1F 7ED - 020 7734 4888) on Tuesday through Saturday, April 22nd through 26th at 8:30 pm. Musical Director - Michele Brourman. The show is full of musical romance for grown ups with songs of love, lust, loss, cherished dreams and wisdom by such illustrious songwriters as Cole Porter, Jacques Brel, Kurt Weill, Stephen Sondheim, and of course, McBroom herself. What distinguishes McBroom from her contemporaries is her talent for writing exceptional songs that are flush with feelings and are witty and profound. Never over-the-top, her work seethes with a passion that is artfully funneled into music and lyrics revealed so well in her two most popular songs The Rose and Errol Flynn which McBroom wrote about her father, the actor David Bruce who worked with Flynn and Gary Cooper. Call for cover/minimum information.

LONDON: LONDONJAZZ TRANSLATES - NOEMI NUTI

LondonJazz TransLATES is a monthly series on Friday nights, starting at 10:30 pm atTHE CRAZY COQS AT BRASSERIE ZEDEL (20 Sherwood St, Piccadilly, London W1F 7ED - 020 7734 4888). Each session of the series celebrates the directness of expression and communication that vocalists can achieve when performing songs in their mother tongue. Think of the series as hassle-free travel for people who don't have the time to plan, or to take a weekend away. Order a drink, house lights down, and you're taken - in the mind - straight to a foreign country and connected directly to the emotional heart of a different culture. The second of the LondonJazz TransLATES series on April 25th will present Noemi Nuti, celebrating the Italian Festa della Liberazione. Noemi is of Italian descent, was born in New York and spent her childhood in Bracciano, North of Rome. She is a jazz graduate of Trinity Laban, and has worked extensively with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra, the London Vocal Project, and the UK's leading samba squad, Rhythms of the City. She also runs her own band exploring Latin repertoire; an album release is imminent. Her Crazy Coqs date will be a cascade of popular Italian songs, from songwriters such as Mina, Fabrizio De Andre, Mia Martini, Umberto Bindi, and Bruno Martino. With Sardinian guitarist Giorgio Serci and Kenny Wheeler's favourite young bassist, Andrea di Biase. The series is devised, and the singers and songs will be introduced and explained by jazz journalist, Sebastian Scotney, editor of LondonJazz News. Call for cover/minimum information.

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Thursday, April 24, 2014

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CHICAGO: DEBORAH DARR - AUDITIONING FOR LIFE: BROADWAY AND ME

Deborah Darr returns to DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) on Thursday, April 24th & Monday, April 28th at 8:00 pm with jer show 'Auditioning For Life: Broadway and Me'. Deborah will relate through song the story of her decades in New York City and on Broadway! Musical director is Nick Sula. Originally Directed by Louise Cloutier, for these shows the director is Lina Koutrakis, with arrangements by Rick Jensen. There is a $13 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

CHICAGO: AUDREY HEPBURN AT SKOKIE THEATRE WITH HILARY ANN FELDMAN

Chicago cabaret artist Hilary Ann Feldman performs her touching, funny, and enlightening tribute to Audrey Hepburn at THE SKOKIE THEATRE(7924 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL - 847-677-7761) on Thursday, April 24th at 8:00 pm. When you think of Audrey Hepburn, you think of timeless beauty. But Audrey was so much more than a pretty face and a killer clavicle. From WWII refugee to Academy Award winner, from UNICEF beneficiary to UNICEF ambassador, Audrey lead a remarkable and exemplary life. Actress, fashion icon, wife, mother, and tireless humanitarian, Audrey is as much beloved today as she was half a century ago. Musical director is Beckie Menzie. Tickets are $20.

PALM SPRINGS: ALEC MAPA AT THE COPA

With uproarious live performances and ground breaking television roles, actor and comedian Alec Mapa has entertained audiences worldwide in every imaginable medium. Now Alec Mapa comes to THE COPA (244 East Amado Road, Palm Springs CA - 760-866-0021) Thursday & Friday, April 24th & 25th at 7:30 pm. Alec's television career has gone from desperate to ugly with not one but two recurring roles on ABC's "Desperate Housewives" and "Ugly Betty". On Wisteria Lane Alec is known as Gabriel Solis' personal shopper "Vern" . On "Ugly Betty no gossip report would be complete without the latest from Alec as fashion reporter extraordinaire "Suzuki St. Pierre". Audiences first discovered Alec on Broadway in the Tony Award winning production of "M. Butterfly". He guest starred on over 40 television series, including Alias, Friends, Roseanne, Seinfeld and NYPD Blue. Alec played network television's very first gay asian series regular role on the short lived CBS sitcom "Some Of My Best Friends". He then starred in four seasons of the UPN sitcom "Half and Half". Film audiences howled at Alec as "N'Cream" in the wildly popular drag queen musical "Connie and Carla". Other films include "Playing By Heart " ,"Marley and Me" and "You Don't Mess with The Zohan" .Alec's "Wisecrack " stand up comedy special premiered on LOGO in 2005 and has since gained a huge cult following. Call for cover/minimum information.

LOS ANGELES: ALAN RACHINS AT THE GARDENIA

Alan Rachins will perform at THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444) on Thursday, April 24th at 9:00pm. Garnering Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for his portrayal of "Douglas Brackman" on the Emmy-Award-winning L.A. Law, which ran for eight seasons, Mr. Rachins also starred for five seasons as "Larry Finkelstein," the hippie father on Dharma & Greg. He also starred in the Reprise production of Promises, Promises, with Jason Alexander, Jean Smart, and Alan Thicke. Call for cover/minimum information.

SAN FRANCISCO: SINGER-SONGWRITER-PIANIST PETER CINCOTTI AT FEINSTEIN'S

Singer-songwriter-pianist, Peter Cincotti will appear at FEINSTEIN'S AT THE NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 866-663-1063) for two performances only, on Thursday & Friday, April 24th & 25th at 8:00 pm. Peter will be performing a mix of songs from his critically acclaimed albums as well as some brand new material from his highly antipated upcoming release. A native New Yorker, Peter Cincotti began playing piano at the age of three. While in high school, he regularly performed in clubs throughout Manhattan. In 2003, Peter's debut album, produced by the legendary Phil Ramone, reached #1 on the Billboard jazz charts, making Cincotti the youngest artist ever to do so. This led to acclaimed performances at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, The Olympia in Paris, The Montreux Festival (where he won an award in their renowned piano competition), Queen Elizabeth Hall in London, and many other prestigious venues around the world. Peter made his acting debut in the Kevin Spacey film "Beyond the Sea," and also contributed to the film's soundtrack. There is a $55-$70 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.

SAN FRANCISCO: LES NUBIANS AT YOSHI'S

The Afropean, Urban, R&B GRAMMY-nominated sister duo Les Nubians will perform at YOSHI'S (1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-655-5600) on Thursday, April 24th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Les Nubians are sisters Helene and Celia Faussart from Paris France. In 1985 the sisters moved with their parents to Chad, Africa. Seven years later, they returned to Bordeaux, France and began singing a cappella, producing poetry slams in Bordeaux and Paris, and singing background vocals for various artists worldwide. The duo's debut album Princesses Nubiennes was released by Virgin Records, France, in 1998. To date, Les Nubians have made their home base Brooklyn New York. They continue to tour the U.S. and world-wide performing at Festivals, art centers, theaters and clubs. Dinner/Show: $63-$72 Show only: $30-$36.

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BOSTON: JAN PETERS HOSTS OPEN MIC AT CLUB CAFE

Boston favorite Jan Peters hosts open mic on Thursday, April 24th from 8:00 to 11:00 pm at THE NAPOLIAN ROOM AT CLUB CAFE (209 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA - 617-536-0966 - ) with Tom LaMark on piano. Jan's work draws from an extensive repertoire of popular Broadway and standard songs as well as material from promising new songwriters. In addition to her cabaret work, Jan performs throughout the country accompanied by ensembles ranging from intimate jazz groups to large swing orchestras and appears at many of Boston's best nightclubs and hotels. Call for cover/minimum information.

BOSTON: RONNIE EARL AT SCULLER'S

Legendary blues guitarist Ronnie Earl will perform atSCULLERS JAZZ CLUB(400 Soldiers Field Road, Allston, MA - 617-562-4111) on Thursday, April 24th at 8:00 pm. Earl has been hailed by musicians and critics alike as one of the premier blues guitarists of his genre. His newest album Just for Today, came out in April 2013. Dinner/Show: $75 Show only: $35.

TORONTO: JAZZ BISTRO YOUNG ARTIST SERIES: SANDOR SCHWISBERG

Sandor Schwisberg will perform at THE JAZZ BISTRO (251 Victoria Street, Toronto, ONT, CA - 416-363-5299) on Thursday & Friday, April 24th & 25th at 6:00 pm as part of the club's Young Artist Series. Sandor is a 19 year-old pianist and composer from Richmond Hill, Ontario. He first took up the piano at the age of 6, studying classical music through the Royal Conservatory. Since then he has performed all over Ontario in a variety of musical settings, including jazz groups, pit orchestras, R&B, alternative rock, and heavy metal bands. Sandor is a graduate of Unionville high school's Arts York music program, where he had many opportunities to perform solo and in collaboration with other musicians, visual artists, actors and dancers. Over the years, he has had the privilege of studying with some of Canada's finest pianists, including Ruben Vazquez, Nancy Walker, Cameron Chu, Brian Dickinson, Robi Botos, and Hilario Duron. Sandor is currently enrolled in his second year of the Humber College Bachelor of Contemporary Music program. There is no cover.

TORONTO: BEVERLY TAFT MEETS THE NATHAN HILTZ ORCHESTRA: CD LAUNCH

Guitarist Nathan Hiltz and vocalist Beverly Taft's new CD will be released atTHE JAZZ BISTRO (251 Victoria Street, Toronto, ONT, CA - 416-363-5299) on Thursday through Saturday, April 24th through 26th at 9:00 pm. The event is a Toronto Downtown Jazz Special Project Initiative. The CD features 10 of their original jazz and blues songs, with an all-star band playing Nathan's four-horn arrangements. Although some of the themes in these songs are familiar and some are contemporary - ranging from love and loss to urban ennui, pastoral bliss, 1950s courtship, economics in Cuba, and running away to West Virginia! - the music swings, and is very much in the tradition of the jazz standards that Nathan and Beverly have revered and performed for many years. These launch concerts will also include favourite standards from Brasil and the Great American Songbook, in full band and small combo. Nathan is a Juno winning guitarist and composer originally from Halifax, Nova Scotia, and a recipient of the Peter Harris Award for Guitarist of the Year (Humber College), the Duke Ellington Award for Excellence (Humber College), an Ontario Arts Council Recording Grant, and the 2008 Juno for Traditional Jazz Album of the Year (with Brandi Disterheft, for "Debut"). He has appeared on over 20 albums and has performed with the likes of Terry Clarke, Phil Dwyer, Mike Murley, Jill Barber, and Renee Rosnes. Best known for her interpretations of jazz standards, Beverly Taft has performed throughout Ontario, at such venues as Cherry Street Restaurant, Dominion on Queen, Homesmith Bar at The Old Mill, The Montreal Bistro, The Reservoir Lounge, The Rex Jazz & Blues Bar, U of T's "Friday Jazz at Oscar's" Series, and jazz festivals in Barrie, Markham, Muskoka, Orangeville, Orillia, Peterborough, and Southampton, as well as The Celebrate Toronto Street Festival, and the Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival - her Bossa Nova Project (in English & Portuguese) has become an annual feature. A multi-linguist, she lived in Japan for two years, performing in small clubs there, and she returned to tour there in 2008. Beverly has always approached music as a storyteller, with a keen interest in the lyrics of each song, and how best to communicate them to an audience. There is a $15 cover.

WASHINGTON, DC: YELLOWJACKETS AT BLUES

The fusion band The Yellowjackets will perform atBLUES ALLEY (1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC - 202-337-4141) on Thursday through Sunday, April 24th through 27th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. In 1977, Robben Ford assembled a group of veteran session musicians to record his album The Inside Story. The trio of musicians, which included keyboardist Russell Ferrante, bassist Jimmy Haslip and drummer Ricky Lawson, soon discovered a certain "chemistry" and musical affinity that led to their formation of Yellowjackets. The band today is Russell Ferrante on keys, Bob Mintzer on sax, William Kennedy on drums and Felix Pastorius on bass. Call for cover/minimum information.

WASHINGTON, DC: SOUL UNDERSTATED AT BOHEMIAN CAVERNS

Soul Understated, featuring Mavis 'Swan' Poole, will perform at BOHEMIAN CAVERNS (2001 Eleventh Street N.W., Washington, DC - 202-299-0800) on Thursday, April 24th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Soul Understated is one of the rarest discoveries in music since Motown. The influences on their music are overwhelming and pleasurable all at once. With elements from EWF to Ella Fitzgerald, Donny Hathaway to Curtis Mayfield, and Sarah Vaughn to Count Basie, and even Hip hop infused into one musical body, allows their music to span across all genres. Soul Understated is a skillful ensemble, adeptly and seemingly effortlessly weaving together soul, jazz, funk and gospel, like so many threads in a tapestry, and Ms. Poole does not miss a beat, adding scat and rap to the mix like the final spices in an excellent gumbo. There is a $23 cover.

BETHESDA, MD: FOUR FRESHMEN AT BETHESDA BLUES

The Four Freshmen will perform atBETHESDA BLUES & JAZZ SUPPER CLUB (7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD - 240-330-4500) on Thursday, April 24th at 7:30 pm. The Four Freshmen are America's most enduring vocal group. Headlining concerts around the globe from Moscow to Manhattan. Their repertoire includes a variety of pop and jazz standards from the Great American Songbook Classics. Four amazing musical talents. Their show is not to be missed! Whether accompanied by a big band, symphony or simply self contained, their youth, vitality and talent adds an unforgettable twist of elegance to an already unmistakable sound. The Four Freshmen are great gentlemen of song and true masters of harmony! There is a $25 cover.

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NYC: JAMES CARTER ORGAN TRIO AT BIRDLAND

NYC: STANLEY CLARKE & FRIENDS AT THE BLUE NOTE

NYC: WESSELL "WARMDADDY" ANDERSON AT DIZZY'S

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NYC: VICKIE PHILLIPS: THE SONGS OF JACQUES BREL, KURT WEILL, AND CHARLES AZNAVOUR

Award-winning singer/actress Vickie Phillips celebrates her birthday with her three songwriting heroes at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday, April 24th at 9:30 pm. With the internationally acclaimed songs of Jacques Brel, Kurt Weill, and Charles Aznavour, Vickie creates miniature portraits of the wonderful life we all share. Through the words and music of these masters, Vickie tells us of the journey she is still on, and her deepest personal dreams. This show captures the charm, the intimacy, the tragedy, and the magic of life's great odyssey. Vickie Phillips continues to be a familiar face on the Manhattan cabaret scene, as an award-winning singer and actress. Her off-Broadway credits include leading roles in Merry-Go-Round, A Safe Light, Far Side of the Moon, Musically Speaking, and Together with Music. Musical director Gerry Dieffenbach is a singer, songwriter, pianist and musical director. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: ERLY BARBARA: STREISAND IN THE 60S" WITH CALENDAR GIRL - COLLEEN McHUGH

Wondering how to celebrate Barbra Streisand's birthday? CALENDAR GIRL Colleen McHugh is here to help - with an ALL NEW show at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Thursday, April 24th at 9:30 pm. Celebrate Her special day with an ALL NEW tribute to the early tunes that made her a star. Happy birthday, Babs! As America's favorite songbird turns 72, we celebrate her early career in NYC and Hollywood. With Tedd Firthon piano, Steve Doyle, bass. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: BROADWAY SESSIONS THURSDAYS AT THE LAURIE BEECHMAN

"Every Thursday night, as the curtains fall on Broadway, Host Ben Cameron (from Broadway's Wicked, Aida and Footloose) and his crew of amazingly talented folks welcome a new Broadway star to perform at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) at 10:30 pm in this fun and zany musical theater variety show. Get up close and personal with Broadway's brightest as the stars bare their souls, interact with the crowd and celebrate all things BROADWAY. There is a $5 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

NYC: THE MERDJANOFF 10TH ANNIVERSARY SPECTACULAR

The Merdjanoff 10th Anniversary Spectacular will take place at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Thursday, April 24th at 7:00 pm. Join Tara and Jeremy (and other special guests) as they celebrate 10 years of marriage with a witty, somewhat wacky evening of songs and laughs! Starring Tara Merdjanoff and Jeremy Bohen with Jon Delfin at the piano. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: MELISSA ERRICO AT THE CORNER OF 54th & CRAZY

NYC: PUTTING THE PIECES TOGETHER - FUNDRAISER

Broadway's best writers and performers team together again to help raise funds for children with special needs in New York City and around the world on Thursday, April 24th at 9:30 pm at 54 BELOW(254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551). Victor Legra, Anthony Crouchelli & M.O.V.E for Autism present Putting the Pieces Together: Volume 2 featuring the music of Carner and Gregor, Rosser and Sohne, Maglione and Ruiz, Joey Contreras, David Dabbon, and Will Van Dyke. The concert will feature show-stopping performances by Natalie Weiss (Everyday Rapture), Marla Mindelle (Sister Act, Cinderella), Eric Michael Krop (Godspell), Mike Schwitter (The Book of Mormon), Megan Fulmer (Shrek the Musical national tour), Jessica Hendy (Cats, Aida), Allison Strong (Mamma Mia!, Bye Bye Birdie) and more to be announced. There is a $25-$35 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN BOSTON: JAN PETERS HOSTS OPEN MIC AT CLUB CAFE

CABARET TONIGHT IN BOSTON: JAN PETERS HOSTS OPEN MIC AT CLUB CAFE

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: VICKIE PHILLIPS: THE SONGS OF JACQUES BREL, KURT WEILL, AND CHARLES AZNAVOUR

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: VICKIE PHILLIPS: THE SONGS OF JACQUES BREL, KURT WEILL, AND CHARLES AZNAVOUR

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