TRIPLE DOOR: Charles Lloyd Quintet w/Reuben Rogers, Jason Moran, Eric Harland
SEATTLE DRUM SCHOOL: Last Mondays with Geoff Harper
12510 15th Ave NE, Seattle, 8pm
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: JAZZ JAM with the Darin Clendenin Trio
NEW ORLEANS: The New Orleans Quintet
LA SPIGA: Ray Baldwin
Let us know if we missed something by posting a comment!
JAZZ ALLEY: Eddie Palmieri Latin Jazz Band
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM: Das Vibenbass
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Susan Pascal Quartet
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Karen Shivers (vocals), with Karin Kajita (piano), Phil Sparks (bass) and Brian Kirk (drums)
9pm – Scandalmonger, with Evan Flory-Barnes (bass), Michele Khazak (vocals) and Adam Kessler (drums)
11pm – Electric Blue Sun, with Bob Dickey (drums), Jeff Wittekind (guitar), and Buzz Rogowski (keyboards)
BAKE’S PLACE: Karin Plato Quartet
TUTTA BELLA: Michael Gotz Trio
SERAFINA: Jose Gonzales Trio
LA SPIGA: Fred Hoadley Trio
GRAZIE: Michael Powers Group
GALLERY 1412: Nathan Hubbard, with Bill Horist and Paul Kikuchi
SORRENTO HOTEL: Julie Cascioppo
WORLD CUP ESPRESSO: Rik Wright Trio
5200 Roosevelt NE, 7:30pm
Bellevue Jazz Festival tickets for the Branford Marsalis Quartet and Spanish Harlem Orchestra will go on sale today, Friday, March 28, 2008, at 10 a.m.
Three-time Grammy Award winning saxophonist and Marsalis Music label founder Branford Marsalis will lead the quartet in a Friday, May 23, performance at Meydenbauer Center. The Spanish Harlem Orchestra (SHO), a 13-member Latin jazz ensemble and Grammy winner directed by musician and producer Oscar Hernández, will perform Saturday, May 24, at Meydenbauer Center.
Tickets for both performances will be available online through TicketsWest (http://www.ticketswest.com) and at participating QFC and Rudy’s Barbershop stores. A complete line up of Bellevue Jazz Festival events is also online at http://www.bellevuejazz.com.
Tickets for the Branford Marsalis Quartet will range from $20 for reserved seating to $75 for Golden Circle table seating near the stage. Spanish Harlem Orchestra tickets will run from $30 for general admission to $60 Golden Circle table seating near the stage.
The Bellevue Jazz Festival, produced by the Bellevue Downtown Association, begins April 9 with an all-star line-up of regional artists performing free Wednesday night concerts throughout Downtown Bellevue. Audiences will hear vocalists Greta Matassa and Gail Pettis, trumpeter Thomas Marriott, percussionist Ben Thomas, Gypsy jazz band Pearl Django and the Brazilian jazz trio of Jovino Santos Neto.
San Francisco vocalist Kat Parra is in town this weekend performing at Bake’s Place.
FRIDAY, MARCH 28
KAT PARRA QUARTET
BAKE’S PLACE
Dinner Time: 7:00pm
Performance Time: 8:00 – 10:30pm
Reservations: 425-391-3335
http://bakesplace.org
SF Bay Area based vocalist Kat Parra has leapt beyond the boundaries of the typical latin jazz singer. With her thirst for the exploration of world rhythms and tonalities, she has developed a style of music that encompasses sounds that both transcend and bend the stereotypical definition of latin jazz. She has incorporated not only afro-cuban music, but also added afro-peruvian, middle eastern, south american folklore as well as nueva trova. Most interestingly, she has also been developing, along with her musical director Murray Low, new arrangements of Sephardic music–the music of the Spanish Jews sung in the dying language of Ladino.
From James Rasmussen:
After 25 years, almost 26 Bud’s Jazz Records is going out of business…. I’ve done my best to keep it going but don’t want to go into debt any more than I already am.. If there is anyone interested in taking over (buying) a jazz icon in Seattle let us know.. Otherwise we will start sales in the 2nd week in April to sell all the stock… 2nd week 10% 3rd week 20% 4th week 50% till everything is sold…. What ever is left will be donated to the Seattle public schools…The store will be on regular hours till the end of April … Open 7 days a week…If you have consignments with us they will need to be picked up.
For more info Call James Rasmussen
206-628-0445
or E-mail [email protected]
From today’s Seattle Times:
After nearly 26 years as the homey basement hub and hangout for Seattle jazz musicians and fans, Bud’s Jazz Records is going out of business.
“I just can’t keep it going anymore,” said James Rasmussen, a Seattle trumpet player and leader of the band the Jazz Police; Rasmussen bought the store from founder Bud Young in 2001.
Bud’s Jazz Records, at 102 S. Jackson St. in Pioneer Square, will be sorely missed by the local jazz community. Known for its unstinting support of local musicians, the store consistently plugged discs by Seattle artists — often unknown — and piles of their CDs crowded the counter.
By Cynthia Mullis
Yes, Bill Barton said it: this was a do-not-miss event! This sold-out CD release party for Hadley Caliman’s Origin release, Gratitude, was a fine representation of the richness of the Seattle jazz scene infused with lots of New York energy. Everyone in the band was on their toes and it showed in creative soloing, interesting arrangements and a wonderful ensemble dynamic. Here is my version of the night as experienced from the big round table at the back of Tula’s (which was also the locus of a cool between-set hang).
Hadley Caliman is a Northwest treasure because he is a great musician with a creative voice on the saxophone. To my ears, he is grounded in the post-bop ‘60s sound of Joe Henderson and John Coltrane, which for me, is the benchmark of modern tenor saxophone. He veers towards Coltrane on the up-tempo tunes, while his phrasing and tone are more Henderson-esque.
The first set consisted of selections from Caliman’s new CD and included: “Back for More,” a 6/8 blues by Marriott; “Invitation”; “Linda” by Caliman; “If,” a Joe Henderson blues; and ending with the first tune Caliman ever wrote, entitled “Comencio.” The set was marked by concise, energetic playing and there were, in fact, no long-winded solos all night.
By the second set, the groove and credentials of the band had been established. Caliman’s tone, subdued and hindered by an unsympathetic sound system in the first set, was full, resonant and well-mic’ed in the second set. The moment that I got Hadley’s playing was in the second set on his version of “Lush Life.” This is a tune with famous recordings by both Coltrane and Henderson–it’s hard to get away from these definitive versions–but Caliman asserted his voice with langorous phrases full of creativity, originality, and a lifetime of experience. It was the best of Hadley Caliman’s saxophone playing and one of the more memorable moments of the evening. Read More
JAZZ ALLEY: Seattle-Kobe Female Jazz Vocalist Audition
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: JAZZ JAM with the Darin Clendenin Trio
NEW ORLEANS: The New Orleans Quintet
LA SPIGA: Darliene & Ryan
It’s a quiet Monday night for jazz, but let us know if we missed something by posting a comment!
Photos by Carolyn Caster
Joe Locke, Hadley Caliman, Phil Sparks, Matt Jorgensen
Joe Locke, Hadley Caliman, Thomas Marriot
Now that you’re warmed up from last night, head on out for more great jazz!
CORNISH COLLEGE: Jim Knapp Orchestra, (see article below)
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Greta Matassa Quartet
JAZZ ALLEY: New York Voices
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Speak
9pm – Ben Fowler Quintet
11pm – The Way Downs
BAKE’S PLACE: Bake and Friends Quartet
TRIPLE DOOR MUSIQUARIUM: Das Viben Bass
HENDRIX LOUNGE: David White Trio w/Doug Miller and John Bishop
TUTTA BELLA: Primo Basso
SERAFINA: Voodoo Trio
BERKSHIRE GRILL: David Little
LA SPIGA: Aham Oluo Trio
GRAZIE: Scott Lindamuth Trio
Know of anything else tonight? Send it our way by posting a comment.
SATURDAY, MARCH 22
PONCHO THEATER
CORNISH COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
710 E Roy St, Seattle
8:00pm
The Cornish Music Series is proud to present Building Bridges with the Jim Knapp Orchestra, featuring the premiere of “Movements for Flute and Jazz Orchestra,” commissioned by Cornish College of the Arts to honor Knapp’s role in the founding of Cornish’s jazz program 35 years ago.
When Jim Knapp joined the Cornish faculty in the early seventies, the Music Department had a curriculum that included some jazz classes, but only as a supplement to the basic conservatory-type curriculum. Recognizing a need, Knapp spearheaded an effort to enhance the presence of jazz music at Cornish. Gradually, the increased class offerings developed into a full program. New faculty such as Gary Peacock, Chuck Deardorf, Don Mock, Dave Peterson, Denney Goodhew, Phil Snyder, Julian Priester, Art Lande, Jerry Granelli, Jay Clayton, and many others were brought on board, and a jazz curriculum was established which remains essentially intact to this day. In honor of his efforts to propagate the Cornish College jazz program, composer Jim Knapp was commissioned to write a piece celebrating his rich history with the college. “Movements for Flute and Jazz Orchestra” will be performed by faculty member Paul Taub and the Jim Knapp Orchestra.
The weekend is here! Big night tonight at Tula’s and beyond so make your plans now for a night out.
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Hadley Caliman CD Release Party
featuring Joe Locke, Thomas Marriott, Phil Sparks and Matt Jorgensen
2214 2nd Ave, Seattle, 8:30pm, 206-443-4221
BAKE’S PLACE: Isabella Du Graf Quartet
JAZZ ALLEY: New York Voices
TRIPLE DOOR MUSICQUARIUM:
5:30pm: Two pedal steel guitar players: Dave Easley (Brian Blade Fellowship) and Dan Tyack
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – Don Berman Quartet, with Gregg Robinson (piano), Sylvia Rollins (bass), Jim Knodle (trumpet), Mikel Rollins (sax) and Don Berman (drums)
9pm – Yellow Hat Band and Peace Bandits
10:30pm – Black Bear Combo and Peace Bandits
SERAFINA: Kiko de Freitas, Brazilian trio
BERKSHIRE GRILL: Milo Peterson
LA SPIGA: Mark Bullis
GRAZIE: James Bernhard
KIRKLAND PERFORMANCE CENTER: Bluestreet Jazz Voices
HIROSHI’S JAZZ AND SUSHI: Monkstone Theocracy
VERTIGO LOUNGE: Randy Halberstadt Trio
LO-FI: Water Babies
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE: ** SJS Recommended **
7pm – Bridget Kearney/Victor Noriega Trios with Jeremy Udden (alto sax), Victor Noriega (piano), Bridget Kearney (bass), and Sean Hutchinson
JAZZ ALLEY: Bettye LaVette, The Great Lady of Soul and W.C. Handy Award Winner
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Roadside Attraction
THE NEW ORLEANS: Holotradband
DEXTER & HAYES: Tim Kennedy Trio
OWN ‘N THISTLE: Tuesday Jam Session
Saxophonist Hadley Caliman will celebrate the release of his new CD, Gratitude, on Friday, March 21, at Tula’s Jazz Club. The show will feature Joe Locke on vibes, Thomas Marriott on trumpet, Phil Sparks on bass and Matt Jorgensen on drums.
As of 4:30pm on Monday there are 3 tables left for the first set, plus a few seats at the bar, so if you are planning on going call now to reserve a table (206-443-4221).
FRIDAY, MARCH 21 – TULA’S JAZZ CLUB
2214 2nd Ave
Seattle
For reservations: 206-443-4221
The Seattle Composers’ Salon is a bi-monthly, informal presentation of new music by Seattle composers. The salon features finished works, previews and works-in-progress, and brings together composers, performers and audience members in a casual setting that allows for discussion and experimentation.
The next Seattle Composers Salon will be held on Friday, March 28 at 8:00pm
The Chapel at the Good Shepherd Center
4649 Sunnyside Ave N (in Wallingford)
$5-$15 suggested donation
http://www.composersalon.com
March Composers:
Keith Eisenbrey
Robert Blatt
Carson Farley
Peter Freeman
From the New York Times:
Dennis Irwin, who for more than 30 years was a much-in-demand New York jazz bassist and whose recent illness became a rallying point for jazz musicians without medical insurance, died on Monday in Manhattan. He was 56.
The cause was liver failure as a result of cancer, said his son, Michael Irwin.
He died the same day as a benefit concert was presented in his honor, staged by Jazz at Lincoln Center and including performances by Wynton Marsalis, Tony Bennett, Jon Hendricks, Mose Allison, Joe Lovano, Bill Frisell, John Scofield, and many others. Part of the concert’s proceeds will go toward Mr. Irwin’s medical expenses. The rest, in line with his stated wishes, will go to other musicians in need, through the Jazz Foundation of America, which has helped many uninsured musicians — including Mr. Irwin — pay for healthcare.
{Continue reading from The New York Times}
The Seattle Jazz Scene.com has covered saxophonist and former Seattle resident Andrew D’Angelo and his battle with brain cancer. The New York Times had a story just last week centered around both D’Angelo and Irwin and the larger issue of the lack of affordable medical insurance within the music community.
Again, from The New York Times:
The health of jazz, as a topic of conversation, has long inspired a lot of hand wringing among sympathetic parties. When the focus turns toward the health of jazz musicians, the discussion assumes a different, less abstract character: solicitous and supportive. Most people who play jazz for a living are accustomed to self-reliance. When that system fails, they lean on one another. {read the full story}
For local Seattle musicians, please make sure and check out our post earlier this week about the free heath screenings offered by MusicCares. Click here for more info.
SEATTLE DRUM SCHOOL: Daniel Barry & Seattle Womens Jazz Orchestra (SWOJO) double CD release
12510 15th Ave NE, Seattle, 7:30pm
JAZZ ALLEY: Dr. John
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: Emerald City Jazz Orchestra
NEW ORLEANS: Holotradband
EGAN’S BALLARD JAM HOUSE:
7pm – NONet, with Mike Catts (bass), Brian Bermudez (alto sax), Mike Dodge (tenor sax), Andrew Morrill (bari sax), Corey Dansereau (trumpet), Jason Parker (flugelhorn), Andy Clausen (trombone), Mike Owcharuk (piano), and Dave Bush (drums)
9pm – “Free Jazz” Jam Session, with the Neil Welch Trio
DULCES LATIN BISTRO: Eric Verlinde
1430 34th Ave, Seattle, 322-5453
DEXTER AND HAYES: Tim Kennedy
WASABI BISTRO: Louisiana Jazz
It is Monday … and here is who’s playing music tonight:
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB: JAZZ JAM with the Darin Clendenin Trio
THE NEW ORLEANS: The New Orleans Quintet
LA SPIGA: Ray Baldwin
WASABI BISTRO: City Jazz
Saturday, March 22, 2008
8 a.m. – 2 p.m. (must have a scheduled appointment)
Qliance Clinic
509 Olive Way #1607, Seattle, WA 98101
MusiCares, in partnership with Qliance, a Seattle based monthly-fee primary care clinic, presents a limited opportunity to receive a free basic health assessment. This basic health assessment includes glucose, blood pressure, BMI and cholesterol tests. Hepatitis C+ and HIV screenings will also be provided. Following the testing, a primary care specialist will meet confidentially with each participant to discuss basic health concerns, family/individual medical history and test results. Participants will receive a packet regarding Qliance information, their Health Assessment Overview Documents and supplementary materials given by the provider in relation to their health discussions. They will also receive a coupon for $30 off the registration fee should they decide to join Qliance.
IMPORTANT: For accurate results you must be fasting for 8-12 hours prior to your scheduled appointment. This means no food. Water is encouraged; tea and black coffee are also ok as long as there is nothing in them. Testing can be conducted otherwise, but will not be as accurate or a reliable source of information.
Assessments will be provided free of charge to pre-screened, pre-approved music professionals, upon establishing eligibility. Appointments will be assigned in 30 minute increments, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m..
Space is limited. RSVP today!
Contact MusiCares at 800-687-4227 (toll-free) to schedule an appointment.
Set your clock ahead or else you’ll be an hour late for Sunday’s music.
JAZZ ALLEY: Spyro Gyra
THE TRIPLE DOOR: Sunday Night Salsa: Rhythm Syndicate
TULA’S JAZZ CLUB:
3:00 – 7:00pm: Jazz Police
8:00pm: Jim Cutler Jazz Orchestra
TUTTA BELLA (Wallingford): Casey MacGill and Blue 4
SERAFINA: Jazz Brunch with the Conlin Roser/Cynthia Mullis Duo (11:00am – 1:30pm); Ann reynolds/Tobi Stone Duo(6:30 – 9:00pm)
GRAZIE: Reuel Lubag Jam Session
LA SPIGA: Marco de Carvalho
A couple of shows this weekend at Bake’s Place that singer fans won’t want to miss.
Friday, March 7 – Doug Acosta Quartet ~ with Darin Clendenin, piano; Jon Hamar, bass and Ken French, drums
Dinner at 7:00pm, Show at 8:00pm
Saturday, March 8 – Greta Matassa Quartet ~ with Darin Clendenin, piano; Larry Holloway, bass and Jose Martinez, drums
Dinner at 7:00pm, Show at 8:00pm
BAKE’S PLACE
4135 Providence Point Dr. SE
Issaquah, WA 98029
Reservations: 425-391-3335
http://bakesplace.org