Sunday Jazz
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: closed
JAZZ ALLEY: closed
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM: closed
…get the idea?
Get out and dig those Sousa Marches, 1812 Overtures…and of course, FIREWORKS! Have a safe and fun holiday!
Jason Parker Quartet at the U-District/Lucid Jazz Walk
photos by Jim Levitt
Saturday was a big day for jazz in the U-District: LUCID Jazz Club celebrated it’s one year anniversary by hosting the 2nd Annual U-District Jazz Walk. Jazz groups were featured in venues up and down “the Ave.”
These photos are from the performance at the Historic University Theater of the Jason Parker Quartet, with Jason Parker (trumpet), Josh Rawlings (piano), Even Flory-Barnes (bass), D’Vonne Lewis (drums) and special guest Cynthia Mullis (sax). The group performed a number of tunes from the group’s new recording “No More, No Less.”
Sunday Jazz
EARSHOT JAZZ FESTIVAL
Tula’s Jazz Club: Thomas Marriott – plays the Music of Thomas Marriott
Town Hall: Khoomei Taiko
and the rest …
GALLERY 1412: Saadet Türköz & Bill Horist
CONCERT: Gail Pettis Quartet
Marine View Church, 8469 Eastside Dr NE, Tacoma, 5pm
BOXLEY’S: Greg Williamson Quartet
101 W North Bend Way, North Bend, 6pm
CONCERT: Geoff Harper’s Endeavor
Seattle Drum School LAB, 12510 15th Ave NE, 8pm
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Fairly Honest Jazz Band, 3pm
JAZZ ALLEY: Spanish Harlem Orchestra
The Jazz Hang: Sandy Cressman & Homage to Brazil
Sandy Cressman is a San Francisco jazz vocalist, who has devoted the majority of her career to the study and performance of Brazilian music. This Saturday, Sandy will be appearing at along with the Jovino Santos Neto Trio and together they will perform her Homage to Brazil- a “musical journey through the world of Brazilian jazz” at Bake’s Place. Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Sandy about her career and about Brazilian music. She was warm and engaging and clearly very passionate about what she does. The following are excerpts from our conversation:
It is clear from your bio that you’ve had a natural affinity for Brazilian music almost your entire life. What about it resonates with you?
In knew the first time I heard it, there was something about the passionate nature of the music that was appealing. Performing it myself really suited my own personal expression. Early on in junior high, I heard a girl sing Sergio Mendes’s hit “Mas Que Nada” and it totally floored me. I didn’t know how to go out and seek the music at that time. But by the time I was into college and into jazz, I heard it again…..Tania Maria, Flora Purim….and was really excited. One time I was at a Pat Metheny concert, and the music that was playing on the break was so beautiful that I walked to the soundboard to find out who it was. It was Ivan Lins. I went out and bought as much as his music as I could.
Later, I was on touring Japan with a Japanese group. The guitarist for that group gave me recordings of Djavan to listen to. I was overwhelmed. When I got back from Japan, I bought all the Brazilian music I could find. At one point, the pianist Marco Silva sat in as a sub for Pastiche. He brought me cassettes of Brazilian music and fed my addiction further. In 1995, Marco asked me to come and sing Brazilian music with him. It was a little café duo gig. Each week we would bring in new tunes to try out. That was really the start for me.
Why do you think the popularity of Brazilian music is so enduring?
I think the rhythm is infectious. There’s a feeling of passion that’s very Brazilian yet not restricted to Brazil. A lot of people feel that passion. It makes you feel really good. It really takes you somewhere.
Tell me about putting together the music for “Homage to Brazil.”
Well, my first record was “Homenegem Brasileira”. I have known Jovino for fourteen years. We met at California-Brazil summer camp. He’s one of the rare pianists that can play the broad repertoire of Brazilian music that I like to sing with authenticity and freshness. The last time we played at Bake’s, it was Jobim’s 80th birthday. At that time, we decided to do a tribute to Jobim. This time, we decided to mix up composers. We came up with some songs that our quartet can explore and have fun with. Basic arrangements but not everything is planned.
Tell me a little bit about playing with Jovino.
Jovino is just a stellar musician. He knows his craft, knows Brazilian music and knows jazz. He has a certain openness to the unexpected and he’s non-judgmental, which makes it such a comfortable experience to play music together. I’m a guest on his soil. He respects the work that I’ve done to do it as well as I do. It feels like I’m being collaborated with and respected.
How do you think your approach to the music differs from other vocalists and musicians?
I’m not Brazilian but I try to be true to the spirit of the music. The musicians I use, the way I sing and phrase it. I typically sing to a non-Brazilian audience and I am able to give them a background on the tunes and why I like them. They get a history and exposure to things they might not have heard before.
To someone who is new to Brazilian music and wants some ideas as to what recordings to check out, what suggestions would you make?
Joao Guilberto. Also, I have a Brazilian music discography on the teaching page on my website.
What is playing on your i-Pod right now?
Chico Pinheiro. Really cool, modern Brazilian music.
For more information about Sandy, please visit http://www.cressmanmusic.com/.
For information about Bake’s Place, please visit the website at www.bakesplace.org. To make resvervations for the show, please call 425-391-3335 or send an email to [email protected].
Sunday Jazz
JAZZ ALLEY: Kevin Eubanks
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB:
3pm – Jazz Police Big Band
8pm – Jim Cutler Orchestra
SERAFINA:
11am – Jazz Brunch: Alex Guilbert Duo
6:30pm – Jerry Frank, solo piano
MARTINS OFF MADISON: Tim Kennedy
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM:
Sunday Night Salsa: Tor Dietrichson and Mambo Cadillac
CONCERT: Nancy King and Glen Moore
More info at: jazzvox.com, Camano Island, 7:30pm
Saturday Jazz
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Seattle Girls Choir
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Ginny Snowe and John Miller
9pm – Room for Roots Americana Series! Sara Petite, hosted by Thornton Bowman
11pm – Hans Teuber Trio
JAZZ ALLEY: Tower of Power
PAMPAS ROOM: Brian Nova Quartet
GRAZIE: Andre Thomas and Quiet Fire
EL GAUCHO: Trish Hatley
555 110th Ave NE, Bellevue, 425-455-2734
CONCERT: Dina Blade, The Jangles, Pearl Django
Highline Performing Arts Center, 401 S 152nd St, Burien, 2pm
CONCERT: Andrew Boscardin’s Nickel & Brass Septet
Chapel Performance Space, Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, 8pm
SERAFINA: Sue Nixon Trio
ST. CLOUD’S: Jose Gonzales Trio
BAKE’S PLACE: David Lanz
LUCID: Aham and Company
GALLERY 1412: Seattle Occultural Music Festival (SOMF):
Robin Holcomb, Amy Denio, Sokai Stilhed, Christopher Greenchild
more info at: www.somf.info
Saturday Jazz
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Bill Anschell Trio
JAZZ ALLEY: Manhattan Transfer
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Kevin Jones and Cam Nichols – Solid guitar duo with powerful harmony vocals
9pm – Room For Roots Americana Series, featuring Colin Spring
11pm – Jeff Busch Quintet, with Hans Teuber (sax), Julio Jauregui (piano), Michael Barnett (bass) and Jeff Busch (drums)
CONCERT: Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra w/ Toshiko Akiyoshi
Nordstrom Recital Hall at Benaroya Hall, 200 University St, 7:30pm.
Open rehearsal / clinic at 1 pm, Garfield High School.
More info at 206-523-6159 or www.srjo.org.
SERAFINA: Leo Raymundo w/ Sue Nixon
LUCID: How Now Brown Cow
BAKE’S PLACE: Stephanie Nakasian w/ Hod OBrien
EL GAUCHO BELLEVUE: Trish Hatley Trio
PAMPAS ROOM: Brian Nova Quartet
SEAMONSTER LOUNGE: Reptet
10pm, 2202 N 45th St, 633-1824
SORRENTO HOTEL: Miss Rose and Her Rhythm Percolators
900 Madison, 622-6400
ST. CLOUD’S: Jose Gonzales Trio, Jose Gonzales (piano), Dave Pascal (bass), Steve Korn (drums), 9pm
Review: Wayne Horvitz and NY Composers Orchestra West at The Triple Door
I didn’t think I’d be able to attend much of the 2009 Earshot Jazz Festival as I’ve been completely tied up with The Drowsy Chaperone at The 5th Avenue, but with my Monday night free, and my brother in the band, I decided to check out Wayne Horvitz and NY Composers Orchestra West at The Triple Door. While I did bring my camera, I sadly didn’t bring anything for note taking, so I missed getting the titles, but to be honest, it’s not important. What was important about this concert was the music of composer and keyboardist Wayne Horvitz. I used to go see his band Zony Mash at the OK Hotel and revelled in the groove, but always remembered seeing a similar incarnation of tonight’s band around ten years ago. My tastes have certainly broadened since then, and with a focus on Wayne’s writing this time, I was even more taken with it.
Read the entire review by David Marriott and view a slideshow here
Tuesday Jazz
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Music Works Big Band
JAZZ ALLEY: Ed Reed and the Peck Allmond Quartet
NEW ORLEANS: Holotradband
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Boston to Austin, with Liz Stahler and Brianna Lane
9pm – Victor Noriega Trio Plus 2, with Victor Noriega (piano), Jay Thomas (horns), Mark Taylor (alto sax), Willie Blair (bass) and Kassa Overall (drums)
DEXTER AND HAYES: Tim Kennedy Trio
MARTIN’S ON MADISON: Karin Kajita
MIX: Don Mock, Steve Kim & Charlie Nordstrom
OWL ‘N THISTLE: Jam Session
Saturday Jazz
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Susan Pascal Quartet
JAZZ ALLEY: Earl Klugh
THE TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM: Red Eye Flight
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Island Jazz Quintet, Maggie Laird (vocals/melodica), Richard Person (trumpet/flugelhorn), Tom Wilkins (piano), Todd Zimberg (drums), Todd Gowers (bass)
9pm – Steve Korn Group with Steve Korn (drums), Mark Taylor (sax), Marc Seales (piano) and John Hamar (bass)
CHAPEL PERFORMANCE SPACE: Ziggurat Ensemble
Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, 8pm
SERAFINA: Leo Raymundo w/ Sue Nixon
GRAZIE: Michael Powers Group
BAKE’S PLACE: Kelley Johnson Quartet
SORRENTO HOTEL: Katy Bourne Trio
PAMPAS ROOM: Brian Nova w/ Stephanie Porter
The Headhunters at The Triple Door
Thursday – Friday, Sept 18-19
THE TRIPLE DOOR
216 Union Street
206-838-4333
http://www.thetripledoor.net
From the instant funk classic “Chameleon” to the rare-groove sound of “God Make Me Funky,” the Headhunters have redefined modern funk, world music, and jazz as one of the most innovative groups in history. Following the release of the groundbreaking Head Hunters (1973) the first album to garner gold status in jazz history, the band toured and recorded for several years with legendary pianist Herbie Hancock, releasing several hit records.
The Headhunters’ music is a complex blend of many styles and genres, including jazz, funk, African and Afro-Caribbean music. The group is also notable for its pioneering use of electronic instruments and effects. Though Herbie Hancock is no longer in the group, the current lineup is as impressive as ever original members Bill Summers on Percussion, Mike Clark on Drums, augmented by Donald Harrison on Saxophone, Gerri Allen on Keyboards and Richie Goods on Bass.
Sunday Jazz
BUDDY CATLETT FUNDRAISER: The Pampas Room under El Gaucho.
5:00pm – 11:00pm. 90 Wall St., Belltown.
SEATTLE DRUM SCHOOL: Byron Vannoy’s Meridian
12510 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125, Tel:(206)364-8815
JAZZ ALLEY: Robben Ford
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB:
3:00pm: Jazz Police
8:00pm: Jim Cutler Jazz Orchestra
BAKE’S PLACE: Pearl Django
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM: Sunday Night Salsa: Fred Hoadley Trio
TUTTA BELLA WALLINGFORD: Casey McGill’s Blue 4 Trio
SERAFINA:
11am – 1:30pm: Jazz Brunch with the Conlin Roser Duo
6:30 – 9:00pm: Jerry Frank Solo Piano
La SPIGA: Gail Pettis Trio
Saturday Jazz
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Andrienne Wilson Farewell Concert
JAZZ ALLEY: Robben Ford
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM: The New Architects
BAKE’S PLACE: Karin Plato Quartet
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Student Loan. Julio Appling (bass/vocals), Liz Chibucos (guitar/violin/vocals), Mark Gerolami (banjo/guitar/vocals) and Chad Kimbler (mandolin/vocals)
9pm – Elise Kloter w/ Karin Kajita
11pm – Rachel Bade-McMurphy Quartet. Rachel Bade-McMurphy (vocals/sax/composer) and Brendan McMurphy (trumpet/drums)
SERAFINA: Jazzuhka
GRAZIE: Andre Thomas and Quiet Fire
PAMPAS ROOM: Brian Nova Quartet
Sunday Jazz
The Pony Boy Jazz Picnic is the biggest game in town today…sure hope you don’t need a last minute sub for those other gigs!
PONY BOY RECORDS 5TH ANNUAL JAZZ PICNIC: Noon-5pm
Sandpoint Magnuson Park Amphitheatre, 7400 Sandpoint Way, NE, Seattle. For more information visit the Pony Boy Records website. (See previous post.)
JAZZ ALLEY: Chuck Mangione
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB:
3:00pm: Reggie Goings / Hadley Caliman
8:00pm: Jim Cutler Jazz Orchestra
TRIPLE DOOR MAINSTAGE: Afrissippi
TUTTA BELLA WALLINGFORD: Casey McGill’s Blue 4 Trio
SERAFINA:
11am – 1:30pm: Jazz Brunch with the Conlin Roser Duo
6:30 – 9:00pm: Ann Reynolds / Tobi Stone Duo
La SPIGA: Makini and the Killer Bees
KWJZ JAZZ BRUNCH CRUISE: Susan Pascal Quartet, 12-2pm.
More info: 206-623-1445
Saturday Jazz
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB:
3:00 – Andrienne Wilson Vocal Showcase
8:30 – Greta Matassa Quartet
JAZZ ALLEY: Chuck Mangione
BAKE’S PLACE: Jeanie Bryson Quartet
SORRENTO HOTEL: Katy Bourne w/ Hans Brehmer and Chuck Kistler
900 Madison St., Seattle, 206-622-6400
TRIPLE DOOR MAINSTAGE: Jacqui Naylor
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM: Vunt Foom
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm and 9pm- Overton Berry Trio CD Release Party
SERAFINA: Leo Raymundo w/ Sue Nixon
GRAZIE: Blues Union
PAMPAS ROOM: Brian Nova Quartet w/ Stephanie Porter
Friday Jazz
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Katie King Quartet
JAZZ ALLEY: Chuck Mangione
TRIPLE DOOR MAINSTAGE: Cuchata and Nationbeat (world music)
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM: Joe Doria Trio
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Dylan Heaney Group, with Dylan Heaney (sax), Andy Coe (guitar), Keith Judelman (bass) and Phil Parisot (drums)
9pm – Like Minds, jazz guitar duo with Greg Glassman and Ron Peters
HIROSHI’S: Gene Argel / Jay Thomas / Greg Williamson
LATONA PUB: Phil Sparks / Leif Todasek
SERAFINA: Jose Gonzales Trio
GRAZIE: Blues Union
PAMPAS ROOM: Brian Nova Quartet
Thursday Jazz
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Greta Matassa Vocal Workshop
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Sunship, with Brian Heaney (guitar), Michael Monhart (saxophone), David Revelli (drums), Andrew Luthringer (bass) and Stuart Dempster (trombone)
9pm – Tom Baker Quartet, with Tom Baker (guitar and fretless guitar), Greg Cambell (drums), Jesse Canterbury (clarinet) and Brian Cobb (bass)
JAZZ ALLEY: Holly Cole
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM: Monarch Duo
NEW ORLEANS: The Ham Carson Quintet
ASTEROID CAFE: Tim Kennedy & Friends
THAIKU: Jon Alberts / Jeff Johnson / Tad Britton
LO-FI: The Teaching
MARTIN’S OFF MADISON: Karin Kajita
MAY: Hans Teuber Trio
Wednesday Jazz
JAZZ ALLEY: Umalali: The Garifuna Women’s Project
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM: Monarch Duo / Ramana Viera
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: The Teaching w/ Jeremy Jones, Josh Rawlings, Evan Flory-Barnes
NEW ORLEANS: The Legend Band w/ Clarence Acox
GALLERY 1412: More Zero w/ Chris Stover, Jeff Norwood, Ben Thomas, Matt Jorgensen, Stuart McDonald
THAIKU: Ron Weinstein Trio
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Beth Wulff (piano) and Jim Wulff (vocals/drums)
9pm – Vocal jazz jam session
WHISKEY BAR: Ronnie Pierce
Tuesday Jazz
JAZZ ALLEY: Phoebe Snow
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Jay Thomas Big Band
NEW ORLEANS: Holotradband
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM: PGM Trio
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Chuck Ogmund Quintet, with Hans Brehmer (piano), Chris Symer (bass), Patty Padden (drums) and Tony Rondolone (sax).
MIX: Don Mock, Steve Kim & Charlie Nordstrom
MARTIN’S OFF MADISON: Karin Kajita
Anything else? As always, send us a note and let us know!
Sunday Jazz
JAZZ ALLEY: Lee Ritenour and Friends with Patrice Rushen, Melvin Davis and Will Kennedy
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB:
3:00pm: Easy Street Jazz Band
8:00pm: Jim Cutler Jazz Orchestra
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM: Sunday Night Salsa: Rumbeggae
TUTTA BELLA WALLINGFORD: Casey McGill’s Blue 4 Trio
SERAFINA:
11am – 1:30pm: Jazz Brunch with the Conlin Roser Duo
6:30 – 9:00pm: Ann Reynolds / Tobi Stone Duo
La SPIGA: Gail Pettis Trio
BUMBERSHOOT: today and Monday. For more information, visit www.bumbershoot.org.
ANACORTES JAZZ FESTIVAL: today and Monday.
For more info, visit http://www.anacortes.org/jazz-08.cfm
11:30 – Pocket Change
1:00 – Clarenence Acox
2:30 – Jeanie Bryson
4:30 – Dr. Lonnie Smith
8:00- Anacortes Jazz Walk w/ Joe Doria, Fidalgo Swing, Bassic Sax