Newport Jazz Festival: Now 60
Newport Jazz Festival®: Now 60 celebrates both the great history of the Newport Jazz Festival® and it’s current role as one of the most active presenters of contemporary jazz artists in the world.The Newport Jazz Festival’s historical moments and recordings have been well documented but during the past 10 years, the festival has made fresh news by continuing to be at the forefront of discovering talent and nurturing the incredible creative community of jazz and related music that thrives today.George Wein, the producer of the festival since it’s inception in 1954, and now at 88-years young, continues to hear live jazz in the clubs of NYC on a regular basis and has focused the programming of the festival towards the young composers and musicians who perform nightly in those venues.The title of the tour celebrates the longevity of the festival while recognizing the relevance it enjoys today. As the concert repertoire will span the ages, from Louis, Duke and Miles to Latin, Brazilian and more, the group’s musical director, chart-topping clarinetist and saxophonist Anat Cohen, is a perfect ambassador for the Newport Jazz Festival® tour. She’s a master of swing, be-bop and New Orleans music in addition to Brazilian, Latin & gypsy music.The touring ensemble also features renowned, multi-Grammy nominated vocalist Karrin Allyson, who sings fluently in three languages; 5-time Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, versatile guitarist Mark Whitfield, masterful pianist Peter Martin, swingin’ drummer Clarence Penn and imaginative bassist Larry Grenadier. Collectively, these musicians have recorded hundreds of albums featuring vast styles of music and will bring this incredible wealth of experience to the stage for the first time.http://www.canada.com/mobile/iphone/story.html?id=9986343http://www.newportjazzfest.org/See above link for more information on NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL 60th ANNIVERASRY IN NEWPORT, RI
TD Ottawa Jazz Festival| National Arts Centre Studio, 53 Elgin Street|Ottawa, ONT, Ottawa, ONT
Newport Jazz Festival: Now 60
Newport Jazz Festival®: Now 60 celebrates both the great history of the Newport Jazz Festival® and it’s current role as one of the most active presenters of contemporary jazz artists in the world.The Newport Jazz Festival’s historical moments and recordings have been well documented but during the past 10 years, the festival has made fresh news by continuing to be at the forefront of discovering talent and nurturing the incredible creative community of jazz and related music that thrives today.George Wein, the producer of the festival since it’s inception in 1954, and now at 88-years young, continues to hear live jazz in the clubs of NYC on a regular basis and has focused the programming of the festival towards the young composers and musicians who perform nightly in those venues.The title of the tour celebrates the longevity of the festival while recognizing the relevance it enjoys today. As the concert repertoire will span the ages, from Louis, Duke and Miles to Latin, Brazilian and more, the group’s musical director, chart-topping clarinetist and saxophonist Anat Cohen, is a perfect ambassador for the Newport Jazz Festival® tour. She’s a master of swing, be-bop and New Orleans music in addition to Brazilian, Latin & gypsy music.The touring ensemble also features renowned, multi-Grammy nominated vocalist Karrin Allyson, who sings fluently in three languages; 5-time Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, versatile guitarist Mark Whitfield, masterful pianist Peter Martin, swingin’ drummer Clarence Penn and imaginative bassist Larry Grenadier. Collectively, these musicians have recorded hundreds of albums featuring vast styles of music and will bring this incredible wealth of experience to the stage for the first time. http://www.newportjazzfest.org/See above link for more information on NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL 60th ANNIVERASRY IN NEWPORT, RI
Montreal International Jazz Festival|Théâtre Jean-Duceppe, 175 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest|Montreal, QB , Montreal, QB
From New Orleans with Nick Spitzer - American Routes: Live
American Routes On The RoadHosted by Nick Spitzer“In the history of American radio, no series has come close to Nick Spitzer’sAmerican Routes in exploring the many streams of this nation’s music.” — Nat Hentoff, Wall Street JournalOur Roots…American Routes,an award-winning weekly two-hour public radio program produced in New Orleans, presents in-depth, engrossing documentary storytelling pieces highlighting a broad range of American music. Shows have covered every genre that makes up the fabric of American Music - Blues and Jazz, Gospel and Soul, Old-time country and Rockabilly, Cajun and Zydeco, Tejano and Latin, Roots-Rock and Pop, Avant-Garde and Classical.Now in its 15th year on the air, broadcasting on 500 stations across the country with close to one million weekly listeners, American Routes continues to explore the shared musical and cultural threads that weave American music together in this diverse and vast country.Our New Direction…Now American Routes is hitting the road with a new live theater show!Nick and the team at American Routes have used the Radio format for the last 15 years as their primary medium to explore American music.American Routes On The Road is a theater show that takes that simple mandate – to explore the roots of American music – and brings it to life on stage. Using live performances, video documentary, on-stage artist interviews and insight from Nick, the audience willride legendary inter-continental trains and follow our rivers and highways along the paths that music forged through our nation.This debut event will feature Dr. Michael White & The Original Liberty Jazz Band w/special guest Topsy Chapman, Beaosleil avec Michael Doucet, Little Freddie King, and the Electrifying Crown Seekers.
The Civic Theatre New Orleans |510 O'Keefe Ave. |New Orleans, Louisiana 70113, New Orleans, LA
The Shape of Jazz - Trio da Paz The Music of Antônio Carlos Jobim and Stan Getz
Trio da Paz: Romero Lubambo, Guitar; Nilson Matta, Bass; Duduka da Fonseca, Drums with Harry Allen, Tenor Saxophone; Joe Locke, Vibraphone & Maucha Adnet, VocalsFeaturing three of Brazil's most in-demand musicians, Trio da Paz redefines Brazilian jazz with its harmonically adventurous interactions, daring improvisations, and dazzling rhythms. Joined by tenor saxophonist Harry Allen, vibraphonist Joe Locke, and vocalist Maucha Adnet, the group brings its infectious spirit to Carnegie Hall for a program that features the works of famed Brazilian composer Antônio Carlos Jobim and American tenor saxophone giant Stan Getz.This concert is part of Late Nights at Zankel Hall.
Zankel Hall|881 7th Avenue| New York, NY, New York, NY
Newport Jazz Festival: Now 60
Newport Jazz Festival®: Now 60 celebrates both the great history of the Newport Jazz Festival® and it’s current role as one of the most active presenters of contemporary jazz artists in the world.The Newport Jazz Festival’s historical moments and recordings have been well documented but during the past 10 years, the festival has made fresh news by continuing to be at the forefront of discovering talent and nurturing the incredible creative community of jazz and related music that thrives today.George Wein, the producer of the festival since it’s inception in 1954, and now at 88-years young, continues to hear live jazz in the clubs of NYC on a regular basis and has focused the programming of the festival towards the young composers and musicians who perform nightly in those venues.The title of the tour celebrates the longevity of the festival while recognizing the relevance it enjoys today. As the concert repertoire will span the ages, from Louis, Duke and Miles to Latin, Brazilian and more, the group’s musical director, chart-topping clarinetist and saxophonist Anat Cohen, is a perfect ambassador for the Newport Jazz Festival® tour. She’s a master of swing, be-bop and New Orleans music in addition to Brazilian, Latin & gypsy music.The touring ensemble also features renowned, multi-Grammy nominated vocalist Karrin Allyson, who sings fluently in three languages; 5-time Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, versatile guitarist Mark Whitfield, masterful pianist Peter Martin, swingin’ drummer Clarence Penn and imaginative bassist Larry Grenadier. Collectively, these musicians have recorded hundreds of albums featuring vast styles of music and will bring this incredible wealth of experience to the stage for the first time.http://www.stltoday.com/entertainment/music/newport-jazz-comes-to-the-sheldon/article_dfdd0eed-ca28-5348-8c50-c49300bc9572.htmlhttp://www.newportjazzfest.org/See above link for more information on NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL 60th ANNIVERASRY IN NEWPORT, RI
Sheldon Concert Hall|3648 Washington Boulevard|Saint Louis, MO 63108, Saint Louis, MO
Newport Jazz Festival: Now 60
Newport Jazz Festival®: Now 60 celebrates both the great history of the Newport Jazz Festival® and it’s current role as one of the most active presenters of contemporary jazz artists in the world.The Newport Jazz Festival’s historical moments and recordings have been well documented but during the past 10 years, the festival has made fresh news by continuing to be at the forefront of discovering talent and nurturing the incredible creative community of jazz and related music that thrives today.George Wein, the producer of the festival since it’s inception in 1954, and now at 88-years young, continues to hear live jazz in the clubs of NYC on a regular basis and has focused the programming of the festival towards the young composers and musicians who perform nightly in those venues.The title of the tour celebrates the longevity of the festival while recognizing the relevance it enjoys today. As the concert repertoire will span the ages, from Louis, Duke and Miles to Latin, Brazilian and more, the group’s musical director, chart-topping clarinetist and saxophonist Anat Cohen, is a perfect ambassador for the Newport Jazz Festival® tour. She’s a master of swing, be-bop and New Orleans music in addition to Brazilian, Latin & gypsy music.The touring ensemble also features renowned, multi-Grammy nominated vocalist Karrin Allyson, who sings fluently in three languages; 5-time Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, versatile guitarist Mark Whitfield, masterful pianist Peter Martin, swingin’ drummer Clarence Penn and imaginative bassist Larry Grenadier. Collectively, these musicians have recorded hundreds of albums featuring vast styles of music and will bring this incredible wealth of experience to the stage for the first time.http://m.tapmilwaukee.com/jazz-masters-bring-newport-jazz-festival-to-wilson-center-b99232092z1-253110051.htmlhttp://www.newportjazzfest.org/See above link for more information on NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL 60th ANNIVERASRY IN NEWPORT, RI
Harris Theatre-Sharon Lynn Wilson Center for the Arts|19805 W Capitol Drive|Brookfield, WI 53045, Brookfield, WI
Newport Jazz Festival: Now 60
Newport Jazz Festival®: Now 60 celebrates both the great history of the Newport Jazz Festival® and it’s current role as one of the most active presenters of contemporary jazz artists in the world.The Newport Jazz Festival’s historical moments and recordings have been well documented but during the past 10 years, the festival has made fresh news by continuing to be at the forefront of discovering talent and nurturing the incredible creative community of jazz and related music that thrives today.George Wein, the producer of the festival since it’s inception in 1954, and now at 88-years young, continues to hear live jazz in the clubs of NYC on a regular basis and has focused the programming of the festival towards the young composers and musicians who perform nightly in those venues.The title of the tour celebrates the longevity of the festival while recognizing the relevance it enjoys today. As the concert repertoire will span the ages, from Louis, Duke and Miles to Latin, Brazilian and more, the group’s musical director, chart-topping clarinetist and saxophonist Anat Cohen, is a perfect ambassador for the Newport Jazz Festival® tour. She’s a master of swing, be-bop and New Orleans music in addition to Brazilian, Latin & gypsy music.The touring ensemble also features renowned, multi-Grammy nominated vocalist Karrin Allyson, who sings fluently in three languages; 5-time Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, versatile guitarist Mark Whitfield, masterful pianist Peter Martin, swingin’ drummer Clarence Penn and imaginative bassist Larry Grenadier. Collectively, these musicians have recorded hundreds of albums featuring vast styles of music and will bring this incredible wealth of experience to the stage for the first time. http://www.newportjazzfest.org/See above link for more information on NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL 60th ANNIVERASRY IN NEWPORT, RI
Capitol Center-Overture Center for the Arts|201 State Street|Madison, WI 53703, Madison, WI
Newport Jazz Festival: Now 60
Newport Jazz Festival®: Now 60 celebrates both the great history of the Newport Jazz Festival® and it’s current role as one of the most active presenters of contemporary jazz artists in the world.The Newport Jazz Festival’s historical moments and recordings have been well documented but during the past 10 years, the festival has made fresh news by continuing to be at the forefront of discovering talent and nurturing the incredible creative community of jazz and related music that thrives today.George Wein, the producer of the festival since it’s inception in 1954, and now at 88-years young, continues to hear live jazz in the clubs of NYC on a regular basis and has focused the programming of the festival towards the young composers and musicians who perform nightly in those venues.The title of the tour celebrates the longevity of the festival while recognizing the relevance it enjoys today. As the concert repertoire will span the ages, from Louis, Duke and Miles to Latin, Brazilian and more, the group’s musical director, chart-topping clarinetist and saxophonist Anat Cohen, is a perfect ambassador for the Newport Jazz Festival® tour. She’s a master of swing, be-bop and New Orleans music in addition to Brazilian, Latin & gypsy music.The touring ensemble also features renowned, multi-Grammy nominated vocalist Karrin Allyson, who sings fluently in three languages; 5-time Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, versatile guitarist Mark Whitfield, masterful pianist Peter Martin, swingin’ drummer Clarence Penn and imaginative bassist Larry Grenadier. Collectively, these musicians have recorded hundreds of albums featuring vast styles of music and will bring this incredible wealth of experience to the stage for the first time.http://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwmusic/article/Newport-Jazz-Festival-Marks-60th-Anniversary-with-Performance-at-the-Wharton-Center-327-20140226#CcA76hipqiAc0Jjl.99http://jazzjamm.com/busy-drummer-clarence-penn-takes-time-for-jamm/http://www.lansingcitypulse.com/lansing/article-10026-multi-grain-jazz.htmlNEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL 60th ANNIVERASRY IN NEWPORT, RI - http://www.newportjazzfest.org/
Cobb Great Hall-Wharton Center for Performing Arts-Michigan State University|750 E. Shaw LN|East Lansing, MI 48824, East Lansing, MI
Newport Jazz Festival: Now 60
Newport Jazz Festival®: Now 60 celebrates both the great history of the Newport Jazz Festival® and it’s current role as one of the most active presenters of contemporary jazz artists in the world.The Newport Jazz Festival’s historical moments and recordings have been well documented but during the past 10 years, the festival has made fresh news by continuing to be at the forefront of discovering talent and nurturing the incredible creative community of jazz and related music that thrives today.George Wein, the producer of the festival since it’s inception in 1954, and now at 88-years young, continues to hear live jazz in the clubs of NYC on a regular basis and has focused the programming of the festival towards the young composers and musicians who perform nightly in those venues.The title of the tour celebrates the longevity of the festival while recognizing the relevance it enjoys today. As the concert repertoire will span the ages, from Louis, Duke and Miles to Latin, Brazilian and more, the group’s musical director, chart-topping clarinetist and saxophonist Anat Cohen, is a perfect ambassador for the Newport Jazz Festival® tour. She’s a master of swing, be-bop and New Orleans music in addition to Brazilian, Latin & gypsy music.The touring ensemble also features renowned, multi-Grammy nominated vocalist Karrin Allyson, who sings fluently in three languages; 5-time Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, versatile guitarist Mark Whitfield, masterful pianist Peter Martin, swingin’ drummer Clarence Penn and imaginative bassist Larry Grenadier. Collectively, these musicians have recorded hundreds of albums featuring vast styles of music and will bring this incredible wealth of experience to the stage for the first time.http://www.southbendtribune.com/entertainment/inthebend/eventnews/group-has-the-cred-to-fly-newport-banner/article_12455f12-b015-11e3-a093-0017a43b2370.html#.UyrpsgeG_y0.emailhttp://www.heraldpalladium.com/features/all-that-jazz/article_97f77ce7-e32f-5be6-9fcd-c9b3a6d5a5cc.htmlhttp://miaje.org/NewportJazz60.htmlhttp://www.newportjazzfest.org/See above link for more information on NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL 60th ANNIVERASRY IN NEWPORT, RI
Mendel Center-Lake Michigan College|2755 E. Napier Avenue|Benton Harbor, MI 49022, Benton Harbor, MI
Newport Jazz Festival: Now 60
Newport Jazz Festival®: Now 60 celebrates both the great history of the Newport Jazz Festival® and it’s current role as one of the most active presenters of contemporary jazz artists in the world.The Newport Jazz Festival’s historical moments and recordings have been well documented but during the past 10 years, the festival has made fresh news by continuing to be at the forefront of discovering talent and nurturing the incredible creative community of jazz and related music that thrives today.George Wein, the producer of the festival since it’s inception in 1954, and now at 88-years young, continues to hear live jazz in the clubs of NYC on a regular basis and has focused the programming of the festival towards the young composers and musicians who perform nightly in those venues.The title of the tour celebrates the longevity of the festival while recognizing the relevance it enjoys today. As the concert repertoire will span the ages, from Louis, Duke and Miles to Latin, Brazilian and more, the group’s musical director, chart-topping clarinetist and saxophonist Anat Cohen, is a perfect ambassador for the Newport Jazz Festival® tour. She’s a master of swing, be-bop and New Orleans music in addition to Brazilian, Latin & gypsy music.The touring ensemble also features renowned, multi-Grammy nominated vocalist Karrin Allyson, who sings fluently in three languages; 5-time Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, versatile guitarist Mark Whitfield, masterful pianist Peter Martin, swingin’ drummer Clarence Penn and imaginative bassist Larry Grenadier. Collectively, these musicians have recorded hundreds of albums featuring vast styles of music and will bring this incredible wealth of experience to the stage for the first time. http://www.newportjazzfest.org/See above link for more information on NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL 60th ANNIVERASRY IN NEWPORT, RI
Old Town School of Folk Music|4544 N. Lincoln Avenue|Chicago, IL 60625, Chicago, IL
Newport Jazz Festival: Now 60
Newport Jazz Festival®: Now 60 celebrates both the great history of the Newport Jazz Festival® and it’s current role as one of the most active presenters of contemporary jazz artists in the world.The Newport Jazz Festival’s historical moments and recordings have been well documented but during the past 10 years, the festival has made fresh news by continuing to be at the forefront of discovering talent and nurturing the incredible creative community of jazz and related music that thrives today.George Wein, the producer of the festival since it’s inception in 1954, and now at 88-years young, continues to hear live jazz in the clubs of NYC on a regular basis and has focused the programming of the festival towards the young composers and musicians who perform nightly in those venues.The title of the tour celebrates the longevity of the festival while recognizing the relevance it enjoys today. As the concert repertoire will span the ages, from Louis, Duke and Miles to Latin, Brazilian and more, the group’s musical director, chart-topping clarinetist and saxophonist Anat Cohen, is a perfect ambassador for the Newport Jazz Festival® tour. She’s a master of swing, be-bop and New Orleans music in addition to Brazilian, Latin & gypsy music.The touring ensemble also features renowned, multi-Grammy nominated vocalist Karrin Allyson, who sings fluently in three languages; 5-time Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, versatile guitarist Mark Whitfield, masterful pianist Peter Martin, swingin’ drummer Clarence Penn and imaginative bassist Larry Grenadier. Collectively, these musicians have recorded hundreds of albums featuring vast styles of music and will bring this incredible wealth of experience to the stage for the first time.http://www.pitch.com/kansascity/jazz-beat-jammin-at-the-gem-newport-jazz-festival-60th-anniversary/Content?oid=4148764http://www.kansascity.com/2014/03/19/4898373/newport-jazz-artists-come-to-kc.htmlhttp://www.newportjazzfest.org/See above link for more information on NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL 60th ANNIVERASRY IN NEWPORT, RI
Gem Theater|1615 E. 18th Street|Kansas City, MO 64108 , Kansas City, MO
Newport Jazz Festival: Now 60
Newport Jazz Festival®: Now 60 celebrates both the great history of the Newport Jazz Festival® and it’s current role as one of the most active presenters of contemporary jazz artists in the world.The Newport Jazz Festival’s historical moments and recordings have been well documented but during the past 10 years, the festival has made fresh news by continuing to be at the forefront of discovering talent and nurturing the incredible creative community of jazz and related music that thrives today.George Wein, the producer of the festival since it’s inception in 1954, and now at 88-years young, continues to hear live jazz in the clubs of NYC on a regular basis and has focused the programming of the festival towards the young composers and musicians who perform nightly in those venues.The title of the tour celebrates the longevity of the festival while recognizing the relevance it enjoys today. As the concert repertoire will span the ages, from Louis, Duke and Miles to Latin, Brazilian and more, the group’s musical director, chart-topping clarinetist and saxophonist Anat Cohen, is a perfect ambassador for the Newport Jazz Festival® tour. She’s a master of swing, be-bop and New Orleans music in addition to Brazilian, Latin & gypsy music.The touring ensemble also features renowned, multi-Grammy nominated vocalist Karrin Allyson, who sings fluently in three languages; 5-time Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker, versatile guitarist Mark Whitfield, masterful pianist Peter Martin, swingin’ drummer Clarence Penn and imaginative bassist Larry Grenadier. Collectively, these musicians have recorded hundreds of albums featuring vast styles of music and will bring this incredible wealth of experience to the stage for the first time. http://www.newportjazzfest.org/See above link for more information on NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL 60th ANNIVERASRY IN NEWPORT, RI
Juanita K. Hammons Hall- Southwest Missouri State|525 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy|Springfield, MO 65806 , Springfield, MO