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 Ralph Lalama & Jerry Weldon |
RALPH LALAMA & JERRY WELDON @ BREAD & JAM - SAT 1/10 The Bread and Jam (130 Remsen St., Cohoes) will host a classic tenor battle with two of the worlds most in demand soloists - Ralph Lalama and Jerry Weldon - on Saturday, January 10th from 7:00 - 10:00pm. Ralph Lalama is most recognized for his extensive work with jazz icons Joe Lovano, Buddy Rich, Mel Torme, The Village Vanguard Orchestra and as a recording artist for Criss Cross Records and The Blue Note record label (as part of The Joe Lovano Nonet for which he received a grammy in 2000.) Best known for his extensive work with Harry Connick Jr., Jerry Weldon has established himself as one of the most in demand soloists in the jazz world, playing with the best of the best: Joey DeFrancesco, Roy Haynes, Keter Betts, Jack McDuff, Mel Torme and George Benson. Rounding out the band will be: Dave Solazzo (piano), Ryan Berg (bass) and Joe Barna (drums.) Click here for more information. |
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 Joshua Redman |
UPCOMING JAZZ PERFORMANCES AT THE EGG The Egg has a full slate of jazz performances this winter/sping starting with ... Friday 1/23 - Joshua Redman Trios (8pm) One of the most acclaimed and charismatic jazz artists of our time, saxophonist Joshua Redman brings his extraordinary improvisational skills to The Egg in a unique performance leading two different trios – one with drummer Brian Blade and bassist Larry Grenadier and one featuring Gregory Hutchinson on drums and Reuben Rogers on bass. Other upcoming jazz performances: Saturday 1/31 - Ronald K. Brown/Evidence w/Nnenna Freelon Qnt (8pm) Sunday 2/8 - Cassandra Wilson (7:30pm) Saturday 2/14 - Jane Monheit (8pm) Friday 3/6 - Madeleine Peyroux (8pm) Sunday 3/8 - SF Jazz Collective (7:30pm) Saturday 3/28 - Ballet Hispanico w/Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra feat. Arturo O'Farrill (8pm) Click here for more information. |
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BRIAN PATNEAUDE CD RELEASE PERFORMANCE - SATURDAY 2/7 On Saturday, February 7th, saxophonist Brian Patneaude will celebrate the release of his new CD Riverview (WEPA Records) with a with a performance at the College Of St. Rose's Massry Center for the Arts (1002 Madison Ave, Albany, NY.) Tickets for the 8:00pm performance are available online at www.brianpatneaude.com or by calling (518) 434-6756. Riverview is a collection of six original compositions as well as arrangements of Don Grolnick's "The Cost of Living" (originally recorded by saxophonist Michael Brecker) and Billy Strayhorn's classic "Chelsea Bridge." For the February 7th performance the saxophonist will be joined by the musicians who perform on the album - NYC guitarist Mike Moreno, Texas-based organist Jesse Chandler and long-time Brian Patneaude Quartet drummer Danny Whelchel. Click here for more information. |
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MUSICAL TOOLS FOR SCHENECTADY SCHOOLS
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SCHENECTADY GROUP SEEKS INSTRUMENTS FOR STUDENTS A new group, Musical Tools for the Schenectady Schools, is seeking unused band and orchestra instruments to put to use in the Schenectady Schools Music program. “We hear that many people have instruments around the house that are no longer being used. Dusting them off and putting them in the hands of a young student would be an inspiring gift to the community and to a future musician,” said Mark Anthony, Musical Union 85-133 President, an organizer of the drive. The instruments will go to Schenectady Friends of Music, who have had the traditional role of supporting the music programs in Schenectady. Tax-deductible receipts are available. “We have heard from teachers that the music program is growing by leaps and bounds, which has put pressure on the supply of instruments. It would be great if each student had an instrument to play and take home to practice,” said Steve Weisse, President of Schenectady Friends of Music. If you are interested in donating, Friends of Music will arrange for a pickup by calling Steve Weisse at (518) 346-4266. |
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JAZZ RADIO IN THE CAPITAL DISTRICT On nearly every day of the week a radio station in the Capital District features jazz music in its programing. For a full listing of programs featuring jazz music visit: www.albanyjazz.com/radio.html |
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WHAT ARE YOUR "TOP FIVE"? Local musicians and fans sound off on their favorite jazz recordings. Click here to participate. |
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