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The DuSable Museum Announces summer Jazz Concert Series Bring your blankets & chairs as we enjoy another jazzy summer on the patio of the DuSable Museum!

Jazz Treats will be available for you to purchase-Food, Spirits & Cd’s! Tables begin at $25 for a party of six. $90 “Jazz Quartet Tables” also available for reservation. Tables must be reserved and paid for one week in advance. Here's who's playing & when. Mark your calendars and buy your tickets.

July 17th: A Tribute to Nancy Wilson, Nina Simone, & Abbey Lincoln featuring: Joan Collaso, Bobbi Wilsyn & Maggie Brown.

August 21st: Ticklers of the Ivories: A Tribute to Ramsey Lewis, Count Basie, Thelonious Monk & Oscar Peterson featuring: Mike Logan, & Miguel de la Cerna.

September 4th: A Tribute to Dizzy Gillespie featuring: Corey Wilkes (pictured).

Purchase tables for all four shows at a discounted rate! Call (773) 947-0600 Visit http://www.dusablemuseum.org/events/details/sound-of-history-jazz-series

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Chicago JAZZ GREATS PLAN FUNDRAISER TO HONOR the de haases Ad man Tom Burrell describes her as a “Pit Bull.” And that is an apt description for Chicago icon Geraldine de Haas, who brought some of the world’s best jazz performers to the South Side for the much-anticipated JazzFest Heritage Music Weekend at the South Shore Cultural Center every August for 31 years.

Unfortunately, this year will be Geraldine's last JazzFest. Due to the failing health of both Geraldine and her husband, Eddie de Haas, they are joining their children in New Jersey. They will be leaving shortly after the festival, which takes place the first weekend in August.

To show the couple what they have meant to the City of Chicago and the jazz community, the Jazz Showcase, 806 S. Plymouth Ct., along with renowned pianist Willie Pickens, are hosting a farewell fundraiser for them on July 2, 2013 from 5:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Expected to perform are Arthur Hoyle, Ari Brown, Stu Katz, Ernie Adams, Miguel de la Cerna, Tammy McCann, Marlene Rosenberg, Audrey Morrison and many more. Geraldine started as a jazz singer with her brother Andy Bey. Known as Andy and the Bey Sisters, the singing trio traveled throughout Europe and recorded several records before disbanding the 10-year group. A few years after marrying jazz bassist, Edgar de Haas,

the singer moved to Chicago with her husband. After toiling in local theater, she took on a new role—that of jazz advocate. The catalyst was Duke Ellington’s death in 1974. The musician in her could not imagine the city’s leaders not paying some type of tribute to Ellington’s genius.

Her efforts to produce the outdoor music tribute to Ellington in Grant Park was the forerunner to the many festivals we enjoy today.

When de Haas founded Jazz Unites Inc. in 1981, her mission was to expose the uniquely American art form to people who otherwise would not have access regardless of their economic status.

Against all odds, she kept the two-day JazzFest Heritage Music Weekend free to the public.

A reconstituted board is producing this year’s jazz festival, which it hopes to continue in Geraldine and Eddie’s honor. The festival will run August 3-4, 2013 under a new name—the Geraldine & Eddie de Haas JazzFest Heritage Music Weekend.

Tickets for the fundraiser honoring Gearldine & Eddie de Haas are $20 and can be purchased online at www.jazzshowcase.com.

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EDDY "THE CHIEF" CLEARWATER TO PERFORM IN HIGHLAND PARK West Side Chicago blues legend Eddy "The Chief" Clearwater will appear at ShedFest in Highland Park on Saturday, July 20, 2013. Clearwater will be performing songs from his Alligator debut, West Side Strut. Clearwater is an intense, flamboyant, blues-rocking showman. He's equally comfortable playing the deepest, most heartfelt blues or rocking, good-time party music. DownBeat said, "Lefthander Eddy Clearwater is a forceful six-stringer...He lays down some gritty West Side shuffles and belly-grinding slow blues that highlight his raw chops, soulful vocals, and earthy, humorous lyrics."

Between his slashing guitar work, his room-filling vocals, and his self-defined "rock-a-blues" style (a mix of blues, rock, rockabilly, country and gospel), Eddy Clearwater is among the very finest practitioners of the West Side Chicago blues performing today. The blues world recognized his talent by giving him the Blues Music Award for Contemporary Blues - Male Artist of the Year in 2001. His previous release, 2003's Rock 'N' Roll City, was nominated for a Grammy Award. Now he's back with his very first Alligator CD, the aptly titled West Side Strut. Produced by young hotshot guitarist Ronnie Baker Brooks (son of the legendary bluesman Lonnie Brooks), is an energized mix of West Side blues and old school rock injected with a tough, up-to-the-minute contemporary edge. Featuring some of Eddy's hottest playing ever recorded, the CD burns with his stinging guitar and rough-and

-ready vocals. Guests include Eddy's old friends Lonnie Brooks, Jimmy Johnson, Billy Branch and Otis Clay as well as Ronnie Baker Brooks himself, playing some scintillating guitar parts. Now, with West Side Strut, Eddy has made the very best album of his life. He loves to perform and on any given night he can usually be found tearing it up on stage somewhere around the world. He's played everywhere from Russia, Turkey, and Romania to Brazil and Alaska. He'll hit the road hard in support of the CD, strutting his slicing guitar licks and bringing his "rock-a-blues" music and his uninhibited live show to fans ready for a taste of the real West Side Chicago blues, played by a master at the very peak of his abilities.

Shedfest will take place on Saturday, July 20 at 1480 Old Deerfield Road, Highland Park, IL. Showtime to be announced so be sure to visit www. theshedfest.com for exact times as the event date comes closer.

Ticket prices are $15-$35 and are avialable through the Shed Fest website.

To learn more about Eddy "The Chief " Clearwater's story, check out www.eddyclearwater.com.

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new release of the week BEBO BEST

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Bebo Best

aka The Alchemist Bebo Baldan, producer, musician, film composer, arranger and multi-instrumentalist (bass, percussion, drums, sitar, guitar & keyboards) has worked on over 90 albums, and many soundtracks for films and TV, and has international recognition for the wise and original use of electronics and ethnic music that distinguished his works.

His collaborations with such personalities as Gilberto Gil, Moni Ovadia, Jon Hassel, Steven Brown, Steve Reich, Michael Nyman, Wim Mertens, Nitin Sawhney, Trilok Gurtu, Sinead O' Connor, David Torn, Ruichy Sakamoto, Frank Zappa, the American violinist Stephen James (Ravi Shankar, Bill Laswell), and guitarist David Torn (David Sylvian, Jan Garbarek, Don Cherry) has allowed him to explore ethnic and non-European types of music, an original Mediterranean formula influenced by jazz, traditional and warm electronic music.

After the huge success of their albums Sitar and Bossa, D’Jazzonga, Saronno on the Rocks, and Jazz for Imaginary Movies, the Italian composer, arranger, producer Bebo Best is back with his finest yet! With the spirit of whatever “Nu Jazz” might be, the album is a way-cool cinematic bossa-nova-style jazz groove that could pass for a genuine late-‘60s or early-‘70s soundtrack recording, garnished with early 21st century electronic touches! Bebo blends elements of dance music, jazz, triphop, brazilian jazz, swing, downtempo and dance floor New jazzy-grooved beats into one delicious, happy cocktail, and suggests the exuberant insouciance of parties, rides in convertibles on warm, full-moon nights, and an afternoon spent dancing barefoot with friends with a glass of sangria in your hand.

Guest vocalists include Brenda Boykin, Iain Mackenzie, and Anna Luca.

www.bebobestmusic.com

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MAMBOSSA

www.johnscofield.com

Guitarist John Scofield

is comfortable in any setting – whether it be jazz, blues or rock – as he demonstrates on his latest recording, Überjam Deux, which will be released July 2nd on Decca/Emarcy. Überjam Deux has been a decade in the works, following 2002’s Grammy-nominated Überjam; not that Scofield has been inactive in the interim, far from it. There have been seven John Scofield albums in the intervening years, as well as five others on which he is a co-leader on the project. His last Decca/ Emarcy release was A Moment’s Peace (2011), a luxurious album of ballads – the polar opposite of Überjam Deux. His uncanny ability to drift between various styles of music with fluency, virtuosity and sincerity is rare.

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JOHN SCOFIELD ÜBERJAM DEUX EMARCY RECORDS

Available Everywhere JUly 2, 2013 Fans of the original Überjam will not be disappointed by Überjam Deux Scofield comments, “We used all kinds of different grooves for this record, but they are all basically dance grooves. Some might say they are from the African diaspora; there’s Rhythm and Blues, Afro-beat, reggae and house, but whatever they are they are all funky. We used all these amazing worldgrooves to blow over. Certain songs have been evolving over the ten years since Überjam; Avi Bortnick had been working on some of these groove ideas and we took them and developed them into what you hear on our new record.”

The music on Überjam Deux is one of the styles I feel most comfortable with. I started with jazz-rock 40 years ago and the great thing about this music is that it’s still evolving. I’ve been interested in combining jazz with other rhythmic forms since I became involved in music. I was spurred on in this direction by my collaboration with Miles Davis among others. I’m from the fusion generation! If I were to tag a “concept” for the band, it would be exploring different forms of groove music.”

The magic of this record is the stunning blend of R&B and John Scofield’s jazz influenced guitar that weaves melodies of power and beauty above and through the grooves. Überjam Deux offers a compelling combination of music.

Photography by BRYAN THOMPSON

Jazz Jam Sessions

Chicago A jam session is a musical event, process, or activity where musicians play (i.e. “jam�) by improvising without extensive preparation or predefined arrangements.

Jam sessions are often used by musicians to develop new material, find suitable arrangements, or simply as a social gathering and communal practice session. Jam sessions may be based upon existing songs or forms, may be loosely based on an agreed chord progression or chart suggested by one participant, or may be wholly improvisational. Jam sessions can range from very loose gatherings of amateurs to sophisticated improvised recording sessions intended to be edited and released to the public.

Here are a selection of a weekly Jazz Jam Sessions in Chicago and in the area to check out.

Bring your ax! ...Figuratively speaking that is.

oCafe Mestizo Jam Session 6pm Chicago, IL (312) 942-0095

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oAndy’s Jazz Jam Session 7pm - 11pm 11 E. Hubbard Chicago, IL (312) 642-6805 oNorman’s Bistro Jazz Jam Session hosted by Ernest Dawkins 9pm - 12am 1001 E. 43rd St., Chicago, IL

oSerbian Village Tom Muellner Trio Pro Jam Session 8:30pm - 12:30am 3144 W. Irving Park Rd Chicago, IL (773) 478-2900

o(Every 3rd Tue) Joplin’s Java at Family Piano Jim Jacob’s Jazz Jam 14 Genessee, Waukegan, IL. o(Every 4th Tue) Elbo Room Linda’s Monthly Jazz Jam 2871 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL. 60657 (773) 549.5549

oCafe Zalute 7pm 9501 Devon Ave., Rosemont, IL (847) 685.0206 oJazz Institute of Chicago , Jazz Links Jam Session 5pm - 7pm 2nd Wed of each month at Randolf St. Cafe 78 E. Washington, St., Chicago, IL (312) 427-1676

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oChambers John Bany Trio Jazz Jam Sessions 6881 N. Milwaukee, Niles, IL (847) 647-8282

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oThe Green Mill Quartet Jazz Jam 1am - 4am 4802 N Broadway St Chicago, IL (773) 878-5552

30th Annual Frank Mantooth Jazz Festival 46th Annual Elmhurst College Jazz Festival 10th Annual Evanston Jazz Festival Chi-Town Jazz Festival 23rd Annual Tribute to Bix Fest (Bix Biederbecke) 25th Annual Capital City Jazz Festival 2nd Annual Deer Park Jazz & Wine Festival elkhart jazz festival 10th Annual Harbor Park Jazz & Blues Festival South Bend Jazz Festival 35th Annual Chicago Jazz Festival CHICAGO BLUES FESTIVAL HYDE park jazz festival 34th Annual Detroit Jazz Festival 14th Annual Englewood Jazz Festival

jazz festivals

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chicagoland

We see a trend developing: the Chicago area has an ever-growing number of jazz festivals! The jazz fest plays an important role during this era of specialized media, in that it is perhaps the single best way to expose the general public to jazz music. That’s why we wanted to compile a list of a few local & regional festivals with in driving distance to Chicagoland so you can start marking your calendars and planning ahead. There are a few milestones on the festival list this year, of course the 35th annual Chicago Jazz Festival and the 46th annual Elmhurst College Jazz Festival are the oldest on the list, but the Englewood Jazz Festival is moving into its 14th year and the Frank Mantooth Jazz Festival at New Trier turns 30 this year! At a time when the economy is struggling, it is good to know that the determination to present jazz in a festival atmosphere is still alive and well.

Photography by BRYAN THOMPSON

The Chicago Jazz Festival has long been celebrated as the first of the lakefront music festivals, and as it marks its 35th year, the event will move to Millennium Park from festival grounds in Grant Park, August 29-September 1. Performances will also happen in the Chicago Cultural Center. (78 E. Washington) The festival is presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. (DCASE) and programmed in partnership with the Jazz Institute of Chicago. The first evening of the Chicago Jazz Festival, Thursday, August 29, will once again coincide with the final evening of Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz. Then on Friday, three stages will come alive with entertainment in Millennium Park (including the north and south ends of the Chase Promenade) as the festival begins that day at 2 p.m. and continues until 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday hours will also be extended from previous years, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and an additional stage will feature live performances, resulting in the festival providing the most hours of free jazz music than it has in recent years. As is the tradition of the festival, the 2013 Artist in Residence is Chicago drummer/percussionist Hamid Drake.

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FRIDAY AUGUST 30 MILLENNIUM PARK

SATURDAY AUGUST 31 MIL

VON FREEMAN PAVILLION (SOUTH PROMENADE)

VON FREEMAN PAVILLION (SOUTH

2:20PM-3:15PM CHRISTOPHER MCBRIDE QUARTET 3:30PM-4:25PM BEN PATERSON ORGAN QUARTET 4:40PM-5:40PM MIGUEL DE LA CERNA QUARTET

12:15PM-12:55PM FRANK RUSS 1:10PM-2:05PM HAMID DRAKE WILLIAM PARKER & COO 2:20PM-3:15PM ERNIE KRIDVA 3:30PM-4:30PM SATOKO FUJII’

JAZZ & HERITAGE PAVILLION (NORTH PROMENADE) 2:00PM-3:00PM MIKE SMITH QUARTET 3:30PM-4:30PM HAMID DRAKE w/t MICHAEL ZERANG, EIGEN AOKI & TSUKASA DRUMMERS DIRECTED BY TATSU AOLKI 5:00PM-6:00PM “A TRIBUTE TO KEN CHANEY”

JAY PRITZKER PAVILLION 6:30PM-7:20PM GEOF BRADFIELD MELBA! 7:40PM-8:40PM WADADA LEO SMITH’S TEN FREEDOM SUMMERS PERFORMED BY WLS’S GOLDEN QUARTET AND PACIFICA RED CORAL WITH VIDEO ARTIST JESSE GILBERT 9:00PM-10:00PM CHARLES LLOYD QUARTET w/t SPECIAL GUEST BILL FRISELL

JAZZ & HERITAGE PAVILLION (NOR

12:30PM-1:30PM NICK MAZZA 2:00PM-3:00PM ERIN MCDOUG 3:30PM-4:30PM CHÉVRE DE CH

JAY PRITZKER PAVILLION

5:00PM-5:50PM STAFFORD JAM PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE f 6:10PM-7:05PM GREGORY POR 7:25PM-8:25PM RUDRESH MAH 8:45PM-10:00PM JASON MORA

Drake moved to the Chicago area in the early sixties, living on the same street as Fred Anderson who would mentor the pre-teen drummer. By the early seventies, Drake joined Anderson’s band, playing with him on stage at the inaugural Chicago Jazz Festival in 1979. His Artist Residency affords Chicagoans the rare opportunity to hear him in several contexts over the course of one weekend, and his appearance at the Chicago Jazz Festival – 34 years after he first played this event – encompasses the festival’s entire history.

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Photography by JIM NEWBERRY

THURSDAY AUGUST 29 CHICAGO CULTURAL CENTER RANDOLPH CAFE 12PM-1PM CORYLUS 1:30PM-2:30PM FAT BABIES

CLAUDIA CASSIDY THEATER 12:15PM-1:15PM LARRY GRAY TRIO 1:45PM-2:45PM HARRISON BANKHEAD SEXTET

PRESTON BRADLEY HALL 12:30PM-1:30PM HINDA HOFFMAN TRIO 2:00PM-3:00PM TBA

ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY’S GANZ HALL 5:00PM-6:00PM HAMID DRAKE’S CHICAGO TRIO w/t ERNEST DAWKINS & HARRISON BANKHEAD

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MILLENNIUM PARK JAY PRITZKER PAVILLION

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SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 1 MILLENNIUM PARK

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6:30PM MADE IN CHICAGO: WORLD CLASS JAZZ w/t JACK DEJOHNETTE: SPECIAL LEGENDS EDITION CHICAGO featuring MUHAL RICHARD ABRAMS, LARRY GRAY, ROSCOE MITCHELL & HENRY THREADGILL

VON FREEMAN PAVILLION (SOUTH PROMENADE)

SELL BAND E QUARTET w/t KIDD JORDAN, OPER MOORE A QUARTET I’S ORCHESTRA CHICAGO

12:00PM-12:55PM FAST CITIZENS 1:10PM-2:05PM JULI WOOD QUINTET 2:20PM-3:15PM EVAN CHRISTOPHER 3:30PM-4:30PM ATOMIC

RTH PROMENADE)

12:30PM-1:30PM THE ENGINES 2:00PM-3:00PM FAREED HAQUE & TONY MONACO 3:30PM-4:30PM PAPO VAZQUEZ MIGHTY PIRATES TROUBADOURS

ARELLA TRIO GALD QUARTET HICAGO

JAZZ & HERITAGE PAVILLION (NORTH PROMENADE)

JAY PRITZKER PAVILLION

MES STRING & featuring M’BOOM RTER HANTHAPPA’S GAMAK AN:FATS WALLER DANCE PARTY

5:00PM-5:50PM JIMMY HEATH QUARTET w/t JEB PATTON 6:10PM-7:05PM HAMID DRAKE & BINDU: REGGAEOLOGY 7:25PM-8:25PM ROBERT GLASPER TRIO 8:45PM-10:00PM DONALD HARRISON AND THE CONGO SQUARE NATION w/t SPECIAL GUEST WILLIE PICKENS

For continuing updates on the 35th Annual Chicago Jazz Festival, visit www.chicagojazzfestival.us

SUMMER

JAZZ2013 CAMPS

A selection of Chicagoland area & National Jazz Camps with nationally known jazz musicians and instructors providing educational programs for all ages and levels.

Please visit the represented Jazz Camps websites for detailed information & registration.

BIRCH CREEK MUSIC CENTER EGG HARBOR, WI SESSION 1 JULY 22-AUGUST 3, 2013 SESSION 2 AUGUST 5-17, 2013 920.868.3763 www.birchcreek.org JANICE BORLA VOCAL JAZZ CAMP NORTH CENTRAL COLLEGE NAPERVILLE, IL JULY 22-27, 2013 630.416.3911 www.janiceborlavocaljazzcamp.org WISCONSIN CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC 19TH ANNUAL HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ CAMP

MILWAUKEE, WI JUNE 17-28, 2013 920.868.3763 www.wcmusic.org

MUSIC INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO EVANSTON, IL & WINNETKA, IL SESSION 1 JUNE 17-21, 2013 SESSION 2 JUNE 24-28, 2013 847.905.1500 ext. 576 www.musicinst.org/jazz_camp

JAMEY AEBERSOLD SUMMER JAZZ CAMP LOUISVILLE, KY SESSION 1 JUNE 30-JULY 5, 2013 SESSION 2 JULY 7-12, 2013 800.456.1388 ext.5 www.summerjazzworkshops.com

UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS @ CHICAGO CHICAGO, IL SESSION 1 JULY 15-20, 2013 SESSION 2 JULY 23-26, 2013 312.966.6068 www.theatreandmusic.aa.uic.edu/

SHELL LAKE ARTS CENTER SHELL LAKE, WI SESSION 1 JUNE 16-21, 2013 SESSION 2 JUNE 23-28, 2013 SESSION 3 JUNE 30-JULY 5, 2013 715.468.2414 www.shelllakeartscenter.org

ELGIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE SUMMER JAZZ CAMP ELGIN, IL JULY 22-JULY 25, 2013 847.214.7188 www.elgin.edu

JAZZ FEST JAZZ CAMP 2013 SIOUX FALLS, SD JULY 16-20, 2013 605.274.5458 www.siouxfallsjazzfest.com/jazzcamp

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FITZGERALD'S NIGHTCLUB 6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn, IL 60642 www.fitzgeraldsnightclub.com

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Over the course of a career that dates back to 1994, Popa Chubby's tempestuous, soulful playing has never been more powerful. An imposing figure with a shaven head, tattooed arms, a goatee and a performance style he describes as "the Stooges meets Buddy Guy, Motorhead meets Muddy Waters, and Jimi Hendrix meets Robert Johnson," Popa Chubby is an endearing character who is one of the genre's most popular figures. Come out and celebrate Popa's latest release "Universal Breakdown Blues"at the CD Release party.

A wild time to be had, no doubt.

Photography by CLAY PATRICK McBRIDE

“a post-modern Muddy Waters” -New York Times

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fitzgerald’s nightclub 6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn, IL 60402 (708)788.2118 www.fitzgeraldsnightclub.com

Week of June 25-July 1, 2013

FitzGerald’s has been a gathering spot since it was built in the early 1900’s. Up to 1925, the frame building at 6615 W. Roosevelt was a roadhouse used as a hunting lodge and sporting team headquarters. As more buildings rose along Roosevelt Road, the club was home to several nightclubs, the best-known being The Hunt Club, which flourished through the 1950’s and early 60’s--acts included Turk Murphy, Bob Scobey and Lill Armstrong. After the Hunt Club closed, the space became the Deer Lodge, complete with pool tables and a fortune teller.

AdmissIons Live Music Nightly. Cover Charge Applies. 21 & over. Valid ID required.

June 2013 June 26, 2013 JAROD BUFE QUARTET IN THE SIDE BAR 8PM $5 SUGGESTED DONATION June 27, 2013 DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF OAK PARK FUNDRAISER CELEBRATION 6PM $75 June 28 , 2013 POPA CHUBBY CD RELEASE PARTY 9PM $15 June 30, 2013 PETE ELLMAN BIG BAND 6PM $10; $5 (17 & UNDER) July 3-6 2013 AMERICAN MUSIC FESTIVAL TIMES VARY $25/$30 July 10, 2013 PETER QUARTET IN THE SIDE BAR 8PM $5 SUGGESTED DONATION

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the green mill 4802 N. Broadway Chicago, IL 60605 www.greenmilljazz.com

JAZZ – traditional, bebop, contemporary, improvisational – played by such legendary figures as Von Freeman, Franz Jackson and Wilbur Campbell, as well as young lions Kurt Elling, Eric Alexander and Orbert Davis. All capture the broad spectrum of jazz from its root rhythms in New Orleans to New York avant-garde. Deep smoky jazz sounds fill the club in the early morning hours when soulful musicians continue to express their love of jazz by jamming ’til the early dawn.

AdmissIons Visit website for entrance and details

June 2013 June 25, 2013 9PM THE FAT BABIES June 26, 2013 9PM ALFONSO PONTICELLI & SWING GITAN 2AM LATE NIGHT INDUSTRY SET WITH THE FRANK CATALANO SEXTET June 27, 2013 9PM ALAN GRESIK SWING SHIFT ORCHESTRA

June 28, 2013 5PM THE FLIPSIDE SHOW WITH CHRIS FORMAN 12AM AFTER HOURS GREEN MILL QUARTET JAM SESSION

June 22, 2013 3PM THE PAPER MACHETE 8PM MARQUIS HILL CD RELEASE PARTY 12AM AFTER HOURS JAZZ PARTY WITH SABERTOOTH ORGAN QUARTET June 30, 2013 7PM UPTOWN POETRY SLAM 11PM SUNDAY NIGHT SOUL PARTY WITH THE PATERSON TRIO

July 1, 2013 OPEN

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JAZZ SHOWCASE

806 S Plymouth Ct Chicago, IL (312) 360-0264 www.jazzshowcase.com

WHERE JAZZ LIVES IN CHICAGO The Second Oldest Jazz Club in The USA!!! ALL THE GREAT NAMES IN JAZZ SINCE 1947

June 2013 June 25, 2013 MARK COLBY QUARTET W/T DOWNERS GROVE BIG BAND 8PM/10PM June 26, 2013 VIBES/MARIMBA JIM COOPER CD RELEASE PARTY 8PM/10PM June 27-30, 2013 ERIC ALEXANDER/HAROLD MABERN QUARTET 8PM/10PM/4PM July 1, 2013 JOE SEGAL'S "REMINISCING IN TEMPO" JAZZ SHOWCASE MOVIE NIGHT 7PM July 2, 2013 "A MOVING BENEFIT" FOR EDDIE & GERALDINE DE HAAS 5:30PM

July 3, 2013 PIANIST PAUL BEDAL QUINTET 8PM/10PM July 4-7, 2013 TRUMPETER COREY WILKES QUINTET 8PM/10PM/4PM

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katerina’s

1920 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, Il 773-348-7592 www.katerinas.com

It’s a cultural center showcasing the hippest jazz, funk, blues, boogie-woogie blues, R&B, classical and world music -from Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, Greek, Flamenco and Japanese to all Gypsy Genres & then some! Travel the world of music in our intimate space as each night presents a musical odyssey born from a whispering solo of an upright bass to a foot-stomping rhythm of flamenco! It’s a meeting place for old friends and new friends. A place where romance blossoms and time stands still. And for those who like to travel alone, fasten your seatbelts...

AdmissIons Live Music Nightly. Cover Charge Applies. 21 & over. Valid ID required.

June 2013 June 25, 2013 8:30PM SANDRA ANTONGIORGI GROUP: MUSIC & ART $8 COVER June 26, 2013 8PM TOM MUELLNER TRIO PLAYS COLE PORTER W/T ARLENE BARDELLE $10 COVER June 27, 2013 8:30PM LE PERCOLATEUR $10 COVER June 28, 2013 6:30M LAURY SHELLEY NO COVER 10PM RIO BAMBA $10 COVER June 29, 2013 6:30M SPIDER SALOFF $10 COVER 10PM CONJUNTO: AFRO-CUBAN & PUERTO-RICAN DANCE MUSIC $10 COVER Junly 5, 2013 6:30PM JULIA HUFF NO COVER

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Week of June 25-July 1, 2013

M lounge

1520 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago, IL 60605 (312) 447.0201 www.mloungechicago.com

Sit back and relax at this South Loop martini lounge. M Lounge features live music at least two days a week, to be enjoyed with an array of specialty martinis and fine spirits. M Lounge also offers a number of non-alcoholic cocktails and exquisite coffee drinks. You will immediately feel at home inside this intimate 1,400 sq ft oasis, whether you’re settling into one of the comfortable couches or low-slung chairs, or pulling up a seat at the 28foot long walnut bar.

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Martinis Mocktails Cognac Blended Scotch Single Malt Scotch Whiskey & Bourbon Canadian Whiskey Irish Whiskey Beer White Wine Red Wine Champagne Water Coffee Bottle Service

June 2013 June 25, 2013 JAZMIN SKY

June 26, 2013 DELIVERY POINT

July 2, 2013 JULIA HUFF & THE COMPANY BAND

July 16, 2013 SARAH MARIE YOUNG

July 24, 2013 DELIVERY POINT

August 6, 2013 JULIA HUFF & THE COMPANY BAND

LIVE MUSIC WEEKLY Tuesday - Thursday 6pm-1am

Friday 6pm-2am

Saturday 6pm-3am Sunday & Monday closed for private events

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venues PABLO MENÉNDEZ & THE MEZCLA JAZZ ALLSTARS AT THE OLD TOWN SCHOOL OF FOLK MUSIC GUITARIST FRANK VIGNOLA AT SPACE EVANSTON SAXOPHONIST STEVE COLE AT THE MONTROSE ROOM VOCALIST JOAN COLLASO AT ROOM 43 SYMPHONY CENTER PRESENTS JAZZ SERIES 20TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON 2013-14

PABLO MENÉNDEZ & MEZCLA JAZZ ALLSTARS SATURDAY JUNE 29, 8PM BUY TICKETS The Old Town School of Folk Music

4544 N. Lincoln Avenue Chicago IL 60625 773.728.6000 www.oldtownschool.org

Direct From Cuba: Pablo MenĂŠndez & Mezcla Jazz All-Stars! Fusing Afro-Cuban rhythms with jazz, Mezcla's music is a genuine celebration of the culture and musical roots of the Pearl of the Antilles.

A ray of Havana sunshine that inspired Carlos Santana to call them "the cleanest, freshest water I have ever tasted!" Mezcla brings together several veteran masters with some the best of young players on the scene today. The all-star quintet includes conga/bata drum master, Afro Cuban babalao priest Octavio Rodriguez, the celebrated super-percussionist Roberto Smith "El Capitan"; veteran bassmonster Jose Hermida and multi-instrumental wizard Julio Valdez, as well as guitarist and band leader, Pablo "Mezcla" MenĂŠndez. www.cubamezcla.com

JULY 25

TIERNEY SUTTON

JULY 26

KERMIT RUFFIN'S & THE BARBEQUE SWINGERS

SPACE EVANSTON

1245 CHICAGO AVENUE, EVANSTON, IL. 60202 847.492.5860 www.evanstonspace.com

FRANK VIGNOLA SUNDAY JUNE 30 7PM

Frank Vignola is one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today. His stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of the world’s top musicians, including Ringo Starr, Madonna, Donald Fagen, Wynton Marsalis, Tommy Emmanuel, Mark O'Connor, the Boston Pops, the New York Pops, and guitar legend Les Paul, who named Vignola to his “Five Most Admired Guitarists List” for the Wall Street Journal. Vignola’s jaw-dropping technique explains why the New York Times deemed him “one of the brightest…stars of the guitar”.

buy tickets

www.frankvignola.com

TUESDAY AUGUST 10 7PM

InterContinental Chicago O'Hare 5300 N. River Road Rosemont, IL 60018 | 847.544.5300 www.montroseroom.com

STEVE

Saxophonist

COLE BUY TICKETS

Saxophonist Steve Cole is one of the most celebrated players in contemporary jazz, having sold hundreds of thousands of albums worldwide and scored four #1 R&R Smooth Jazz hits.

Steve attended Northwestern University, where he explored modern classical music for the saxophone under the tutelage of internationally recognized educator Fred Hemke. While an undergrad, this gifted musician was a semifinalist in the National Foundation for the Advancement in the Arts and one of three finalists in the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition, awarding him the privilege of performing Tableaux De Provence by Paule Maurice with the CSO. Cole went on to earn his MBA, which paved the way in his being appointed to Professor at the prestigious McNally Smith College of Music—a position he maintains today.

With five CDs in his catalog for Atlantic, Warner Brothers and Narada Jazz, Cole kicked off a new multiple-album deal with Artistry Music by releasing Moonlight, a collection of classic pop songs and standards set against an orchestral backdrop. The project includes such iconic songs as Burt Bacharach’s The Look of Love, the classic torch song Cry Me a River, Lennon/McCartney’s The Long and Winding Road, the Guess Who’s Undun and James Taylor’s Close Your Eyes.

“ROOM 43... ...is one of the hippest places to spend a Sunday night!” - Howard Reich —Chicago Tribune

Special Sunday Evening Jazz Series june Schedule Sun. june 2 2013 vocalist holly mcguire Sun. june 9 2013 Vocalist frieda lee sun. june 16 2013 tba sun. june 23 2013 trumpeter marquis hill sun. june 27 2013 hyde parl jazz festival benefit concert with trumpeter etienne charles sun. june 30 2013 joan collaso’s jam!

sunDAY june 23, 2013 vocalist Joan collaso

Event 4 Sundays from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Room 43 - 1043 E. 43rd Street, Chicago, IL http://www.hydeparkjazzsociety.com/ ADMISSION: $10 adults/$5 for University students with ID or children with adults ROOM 43 offers bar and food service, including a tasty selection of “Jazz Bites.�

Symphony Center PRESENTS JAZZ

season 2013220 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60604 Phone: (312) 294-3000 www.cso.org

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a n n i v e r s a r y OCTOBER 11, 2013 8PM HERBIE HANCOCK

NOVEMBER 22, 2013, 8 PM JOSHUA REDMAN QUARTET MUHAL RICHARD ABRAMS

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JUNE 31, 2013, 8 pM AN EVENING WITH BRANFORD MARSALIS RAY ANDERSON'S POCKET BRASS BAND FEBRUARY 15, 2014, 8 pM DEJOHNETTE, LOVANO, SPALDING, & THE GENOVESE QUARTET MaRCH 11, 2014, 8 pM PAT METHENY UNITY GROUP MARCH 28, 2014, 8 pM JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA W/T WYNTON MARSALIS APRIL 18, 2014, 8 pM MAVIS STAPLES REGINA CARTER'S SOUTHERN COMFORT MAY 2, 2014, 8 pM TERRI LYNE CARRINGTON'S MOSAIC PROJECT MAY 30, 2014, 8 pM JASON MORAN & THEASTER GATES JUNE 13, 2014, 8 pM JON FADDIS MARCUS ROBERTS

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f e at uri ng C hi c a g o’s fin est jazz mu sic i ans

directory

click on artist name Pg 52

Abigail Riccards

Pg 70

James Bottoms

Pg 89

Nanette Frank

Pg 53

Andrew Distel

Pg 71

James Sanders

Pg 90

Nia Quintet

Pg 54

Arlene Bardelle

Pg 72

Jesse Charbonier

Pg 91

Nick Schneider

Pg 55

Ava Logan

Pg 73

Jim Sellers

Pg 92

Ray Bailey

Pg 56

Bob Bruce

Pg 74

Kelly Brand

Pg 93

Rhonda Browne

Pg 57

Bobby Lewis

Pg 75

Laury Shelley

Pg 94

Rita McConville

Pg 58

Cécile Savage

Pg 76

Le Perolateur

Pg 95

Robin Watson

Pg 59

Chris White

Pg 77

Libby York

Pg 96

Roger Harris

Pg 60

Corky McClerkin

Pg 78

Linda Solotaire

Pg 97

Rusty Jones

Pg 61

Dave Flippo

Pg 79

Lindy Endres

Pg 98

Sam Fazio

Pg 62

Dave Shelton

Pg 80

Loretta Lee

Pg 99

Shawn Maxwell

Pg 63

Don Stille

Pg 81

Los Perros Cubanos

Pg 100

Skinny Williams

Pg 64

Erin McDougald

Pg 82

Marc Pompe

Pg 101

Stacy McMichael

Pg 65

Frank D’Rone

Pg 83

Mark Moultrup

Pg 102

Stephanie Browning

Pg 84

Marlene Rosenberg

Pg 66

Frank Portolese

Pg 103

Steven Hashimoto

Pg 85

Michael Hutchins

Pg 104

Pg 67

Gina Gibson

The Harris Group

Pg 86

Mike Frost

Pg 105

Tom Muellner

Pg 68

Greta Pope

Pg 87

Mike Jeffers

Pg 106

Ty Cooper

Pg 69

J. Beam Band

Pg 88

Mike Staron

Pg 107

Zvonimir Tot

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ABIGAIL RICCARDS

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Abigail Riccards has garnered much attention

from the jazz community for her effortless swing, heartbreaking tone, and personalized approach to lyrics. Abigail’s inimitable approach to the Great American Songbook has made her one of the most celebrated jazz vocalists of her generation. Over the past decade in New York, Abigail has repeatedly performed at many of the most treasured venues in NYC, including Birdland, Jazz Standard, Smoke, Smalls, Kitano Hotel, Sweet Rhythm, and 55Bar. Abigail has also collaborated with many of the best jazz musicians in the world including David Berkman, Mulgrew Miller, Spike Wilner, Neal Miner, Jay Leonhart, Tony Romano, and many more.

Abigail resides in Chicago, and frequently performs in Illinois and in New York City.

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ANDREW DISTEL

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Andrew Distel is a vocalist and trumpet player.

He was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio where he attended the prestigious College Conservatory of Music studying both trumpet and voice. He moved to Chicago to continue his education, receiving a graduate degree in jazz voice from Roosevelt University. He has played at such notable venues as: The Green Mill, The Pump Room, The Blue Wisp Jazz Club, Green Dolphin Street, and Pops For Champagne. His quartet plays regularly-every Friday and Saturday night at The Pump Room-featuring Pete Benson, Hyosub Kim, and George Fludas.

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ARLENE BARDELLE

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GIGS Wednesday June 26, 2013 8PM

Performing with Tommy Muellner Trio Katerina's

1920 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 773.348.7592 www.katerinas.com ______________________________________

Arlene Bardelle has been dazzling audiences with

her tasteful vocal stylings for the past several years.

Chicago is her home base, where she works with some of the finest musicians in town. Arlene was a mainstay at the famed Coq D’or in the Drake hotel for many years. She has performed at many other top notch Chicago venues such as the Pump Room, Andy’s Jazz Club, Pops for Champagne, Fitzgerald’s, the Jazz Showcase, and the Green Mill. Arlene has also performed for political fundraiser cruises on Lake Michigan, private events at the Crystal Ballroom at Navy Pier, and corporate performances for top Chicago agents. She has performed at the Chicago Jazz Fest, Taste of Chicago, and the Plymouth Jazz Fest in Wisconsin as well as Smoke in New York.

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AVA LOGAN

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Ava Logan “Chicago Jazz Singer” and Chicago Jazz

Band leader is an award winning singer-actress from Washington, D.C., who now lives in the Chicago area.

A graduate of Yale and the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Logan, a Jazz Vocalist is a veterinarian by day and a jazz singer at night is available for Corporate Events.

The classically trained vocalist has performed jazz, pop, and rhythm and blues in the U.S. and abroad.

She has portrayed two of her idols, Ella Fitzgerald and Nancy Wilson, at the Black Ensemble Theater.

She has released “So Many Stars”, her first major CD! National airplay began in September, 2008. The CD has received rave reviews! It was produced by Henry Johnson, who played guitar for Joe Williams for many years.

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BOB BRUCE

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Bob Bruce began playing guitar at age 13 and at 15,

after hearing an album by jazz organist, Jimmy Smith, he was hooked on jazz. Subsequently, he marveled at the likes of Wes Montgomery, Barney Kessel, Joe Pass, and other greats. Eventually, he studied rigorously with Charlie Banacos, Jack Grassel, and Jack Ceccini, with whom he studied classical guitar for eight years.

Ultimately he qualified for master classes with worldrenowned classical guitarist Oscar Ghiglia, Segovia’s protege. Presently, Bob plays private and corporate events. Recent News Bob has started up the Heartland Guitar School in Riverside, IL teaching all ages, levels, and styles, with a speciality in jazz and classical guitar. www.riversideillinoisguitarlessons.com

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BOBBY LEWIS

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Bobby Lewis’ tasteful trumpet and flugelhorn

playing has made him a favorite among vocalists and earned him a spot as first trumpet with Tony Bennett for Chicago appearances for fifteen years, and conductor, musical director and featured soloist with Peggy Lee. The singers Lewis has accompanied provide enough grist for several resumes and, in addition to Bennett and Lee, include Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Sammy Davis, Jr., Joe Williams, Lena Horne, Mel Torme, Judy Garland, Liza Minelli, Nancy Wilson, Harry Belafonte, Rosemary Clooney, Al Jarreau and even a gig with ‘Ol Blue Eyes.

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CÉCILE SAVAGE

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GIGS THURSDAYS IN JUNE 6PM-10PM

Cécile Savage Duo with Calvin “Koco” Brunson Benny’s Chophouse

444 North Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL 60611 312.626.2444 www.bennyschopshouse.com ______________________________________

Cécile Savage is a French woman Jazz bassist/

vocalist leading a multi cultural/ multi-ethnic jazz trio or quartet. Cécile plays who she is: a blend of French Cabaret and American Jazz.

She performed with Blues and Jazz musicians such as Jimmy Dawkins, Von Freeman, Franz Jackson, Floyd McDaniel, George Freeman, Oscar Brown Jr., Maggie Brown, Redd Holt and many more.She plays and sings a vast array of American standards (jazz & Blues), some French songs (in French) and some Brazilians Bossa novas (in Portuguese). Her group has played for many affairs, weddings, in clubs,restaurants and festivals.

NEW CD soon to be released: “The Journey”

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CHRIS WHITE

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Chris White is an instructor of jazz piano and

theory at Lake Forest College and North Park University in Chicago. He is a busy freelance musician in the Chicago area, and has performed at The Jazz Showcase, Andy’s, The House of Blues, Navy Pier, The Peninsula Hotel, the Coq D’or at the Drake Hotel and many more. He is a member of the Paul Marinaro Trio. In 2010 he completed his Doctoral of Musical Arts in Jazz Performance at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

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CORKY McCLERKIN

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Corky McClerkin, a Chicago native grew up

hearing the sounds of Jazz and “down home” Blues.

Encouraged by his favorite uncle and jazz musician Lewis Ogletree, he studied piano for seven years before attending Northern Illinois University with a major in music. Although receiving a BA from Roosevelt University and a MA from Loyola University in other fields, Corky has always considered music to be his primary passion. “Irrespective of style or tempo, hard bop, Latin or soul Jazz, McClerkin brings his many years of experience into play as he crafts each tune, making a special and distinctive statement with each.”

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DAVE FLIPPO

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Dave Flippo has divided his musical efforts

into three areas - leading his Modern Jazz Quintet FLIPPOMUSIC, performing as a jazz/popular pianist/vocalist and leader at various private events and teaching piano at the College of Lake County and from his own studio - Dr. Flippo’s Eclectic Piano Studio. His emergence as a jazz vocalist brought about his third CD, “When the Heart is True, the Voice Rings True,” a duo recording with bassist Donn De Santo, released on his own Oppilf Records label.

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DAVE SHELTON

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David Shelton’s music draws from his classical and

jazz backgrounds, plus his work with R&B musicians.

His repertoire includes a wide range of jazz and Latin standards as well as jazz arrangements of pop songs, blues and funk. More specifically, the repertoire includes: Songbook and Modern Standards (e.g., A FoggyDay, Fly Me to the Moon, It Could Happen to You, A House is Not a Home, Moon River) Latin Standards (Jobim and others) Jazz Standards (from Wayne Shorter and Miles Davis to John Coltrane, Dave Brubeck and Horace Silver)Jazz Arrangements of pop/rock hits (from Motown and Elton John to Stevie Wonder, The Beatles and Michael Jackson) Blues and Funk (a la Ramsey Lewis, early Herbie Hancock, Les McCann and Gene Harris) and originals.

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DON STILLE

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Don Stille is a Chicago-based pianist and

accordionist Don Stille proves he is…an artist to be reckoned with…” says Howard Reich, “…The fluidity of his technique, the depth of his tone and the intellectual sophistication of his improvisations firmly established him as a polished and accomplished artist.” In listening to a Don Stille performace, be it live or recorded, one shares in a musical experience that is rich in stylistic diversity. He has performed throughout the country with a long list of acclaimed jazz artists, and can regularly be heard at Chicago’s greatest jazz clubs.

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ERIN McDOUGALD

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Erin McDougald is a savvy, rhythmically jazz-

rooted song-interpreter, who frequently records and performs with top instrumentalists among the jazzelite from Chicago to the East Coast. Her ensemblesize varies from a duo to a big band orchestra, depending on the venue, but most typically, she incorporates the use of a rhythm section and often features a horn player.

NEW WEBSITE ONLINE

“The two most often questions I am asked by interviewers and fans are: “What made you become a jazz singer?”, and “What’s with the Flapper Girl reference?” “Visit my website to find the answers... and much more! “ XOXO

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FRANK D’RONE

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“Frank D’Rone is one of the few finer singers and

performers around and creates great vibes with his audiences.” This quote, from Leonard Feather, one of the world’s foremost music critics, probably best describes Frank and his talents today. It takes a while to achieve words of this sort. Frank’s nique and rare gift has taken him before the spotlights of virtually every major nightclub in the United States. Frank was headlining the world famous “Copacabana” when Tony Bennett took over the microphone on opening night and told the audience, “A few years back, Nat “King” Cole said that Frank D’Rone was the finest singer around. Tonight he has proved that Nat was right!”

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FRANK PORTOLESE

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Frank Portolese has been active as a guitarist and

educator in the Chicago area for 30 years. He has performed with Eddie Harris, Les McCann, Bobby Shew, Ira Sullivan, Shelley Mann and others. His pop credits range from the Drifters to Clay Aiken.

He has been featured in Just Jazz Guitar, Jazz Times, Guitar Player, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times and other publications. Frank plays straight-ahead bebop and hard bop jazz. He currently fronts his own trio (with Brian Sandstrom and Rusty Jones), plays solo jazz guitar shows and is a member of Rich Corpolongo’s ensemble, which performs ultracontemporary original compositions. He continues to perfect his own sound and concept in the hopes of expressing the beauty of life as he hears it.

GIGS WEDNESDAYS 8PM-11PM

Cafe Zalute Jam Session

9501 Devon, Rosemont, IL ______________________________________

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GINA GIBSON

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Gina Gibson, a cabaret-style entertainer with club

credits too numerous to name is second to none when it comes to playing for and hosting a wedding reception or any other event. Sinatra to Streisand, Billie Holiday to Beyoncé. Dance and have a good time, it’s all about YOU! She frequently appears as pre-game entertainment for the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center, now entering her 10th season with them. She is featured in the WTTW special, ”Remembering Chicago-the Boomer Years” on Chicago Access Television, and on BIP, (Black Image Productions.)

GIGS EVERY FRIDAY

The Ramada Inn Lake Shore, Hyde Park

4900 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL ______________________________________

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GRETA POPE

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Greta Pope is an International entertainer. She

has delighted audiences throughout Europe, the Far East, South America and the Caribbean, as well as the United States and Canada. Ms. Pope has been touted as one of the great voices of our time, as she performs with ease all styles from Country to Opera, and from Rhythm and Blues to Broadway. Ms. Pope holds a Master of Music Degree and has performed all styles of music. and leads the Greta Pope Orchestra. Her performance credentials include sharing the stage with such well known performers as Wynonna Judd, Dick Van Dyke, Stanley Clarke, Carol Channing, Ramsey Louis, Rich Little, Penn & Teller and many others.

GIGS EVERY FRIDAY 7:30PM-11:30PM

Benny’s Chop House

444 North Wabash, Chicago, IL 312.626.2444 www.bennyschophouse.com ______________________________________

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J. BEAM BAND

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The J. Beam Band is made up of Jeff Mackevich on saxophones, Damian Espinosa on keyboards, Alex Feldman on bass, and Tyrone Blair on drums. This 1980’s style “fusion” jazz is a lot of fun, and the tunes are easily recognized. Come on out!

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JAMES BOTTOMS

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GIGS FRIDAYS 7PM-10PM

Ethiopian Diamond Restaurant

7537 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 773.764.2200 www.ethiopiandiamondcuisine.com ______________________________________

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JAMES SANDERS

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GIGS LAST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH 10PM

Performing w/t Conjunto Katerina’s

1920 W.Irving Park, Chicago IL www.katerinas.com ______________________________________

James Sanders is a distinct voice tempered by

fruitful ongoing collaborations with the finest Jazz artists in Chicago and in Jazz today, including....

Dee Alexander, Nicole Mitchell, Alfonso Ponticelli, Larry Harlowe, Orbert Davis, Mwata Bowden, Doug Lofstrom, Steve Eisen, Ernie Adams, Donald Neale, Tomeka Reid, and the late Johny Frigo. He is the leader of the highly regarded Latin Jazz band Conjúnto and is a a currently a member of The Evolution Ensemble, Swing Gitan and The New Quartet, The Joeffrey Ballet Orchestra and the Chicago Sinfonietta. He has also been active as a teacher since 1993 and has developed a curriculum for the classically-trained violinist seeking to develop alternative styles of playing.

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JESSE CHARBONIER

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GIGS Saturday June 29, 2013 9PM

The Drake Hotel 140 East Walton Place, Chicago, IL. 312.787.2200 www.thedrakehotel.com

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Jesse Charbonier was born in Chicago. He always

had a love of the arts and began acting, singing, and songwriting at an early age, but became more involved as a more behind-the-scenes player— marketing, directing, producing, films and music artists. In music, Charbonier has developed and produced music and music videos for artists from various genres. In cinema, his involvement varies from the full-scale production of independent feature films to programming and organizing film festivals all over the United States.

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JIM SELLERS

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Jim Sellers is a Chicago based jazz pianist, having

been lucky enough to have performed with some great musicians, including Wynton Marsalis, Frank Catalano, Spider Saloff, Luba Mason, Ava Logan, Art Davis, Bill Yancey and many others. Jim’s interest in jazz began in grade school when he discovered Daddio Daley’s radio program on what was then WXFM. With a lot of tenacity and a little help from his older brother, Jim learned how to play the blues and to read music – having no formal lessons until he was in college. Still, by the time he was studying music as an undergraduate, he was proficient enough to be selected to perform in a trio with guest-artist Wynton Marsalis. He went on to earn a Master of Music degree from DePaul University in Chicago.

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KELLY BRAND

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Kelly Brand, composer and pianist, writes songs

which carry the listener to places simultaneously evident and quite unfamiliar. She effectively taps into essential elements of living and dreaming. Brand’s way of playing embraces a simple and selfless honesty.

She doesn’t throw her music at you, but rather extends it as an invitation. Kelly is an active performer on the Chicago jazz scene playing frequent club and concert dates. She performs at the Green Mill, the Jazz Showcase, Andy’s Jazz Club, Pete Miller’s and Katerina’s.

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LAURY SHELLEY

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GIGS Friday June 28, 2013 6:30PM-9PM

Katerina’s

1920 W. Irving Park, Chicago IL 773.348.7592 www.katerinas.com ______________________________________ Tuesday August 20, 2013 8PM/10PM

Jazz Showcase

806. S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago, IL 60605 312.360.0234 www.jazzshowcase.com ______________________________________ Monday August 26, 2013 6PM-8PM

The Art Institute of Chicago

111 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60613 312.553.9675 ______________________________________

Laury Shelley has been a performing artist ever

since she can remember. Laury was living her dream touring with composer, Michel Legrand, as Legrand’s vocal soloist.During these amazing years, Laury made her debut at the prestigious Carnegie Hall while also appearing at The Sahara Hotel in Vegas, Red Rocks Amphitheater in Denver, Miami’s Stars Under The Stars Concert Series at Marine Stadium and The Westbury Theatre in New York. Laury has shared stages with Tony Bennett, Buddy Rich, Cleo Laine and John Dankworth while also performing and recording with Phil Woods, Ron Carter, Grady Tate, Randy Brecker, Marvin Stamm and Joe Beck.

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LE PERCOLATEUR

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New Release Out Now

The debut album from lePercolateur, Pop Manouche, is now available on the Chicago Sessions record label.

Out everywhere! Buy It!...and check them out on stage. “a sly and surprising gypsy-jazz quintet who apply that idiom to modernistic pop tunes, as well as vintage jazz composition” - Neil Tesser, Chicago Examiner It’s time to get hip to lePercolateur!

GIGS Thursday June 27, 2013 8:30PM

Katerina's

1920 W. Irving Rd., Chicago, IL 773.348.7592 www.katerinas.com ______________________________________

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LIBBY YORK

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GIGS SUNDAYS 2013 12PM-2PM

SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH

Cafe Sol

1029 Southard St., Key West, FL 33040 305.292.0230 ______________________________________ Friday August 23, 2013 12:10PM-1PM

Music By The Fountain Fourth Presbyterian Church

Michigan Ave. at Chestnut, Chicago, IL 60611 312.787.4570 ______________________________________

NOTE WORTHY NEWS

New album in the works joined by John diMartino on Piano, Peter Washington on Bass, Greg Sergo on Drums, Warren Vaché on Coronet and a vocal or two. We’ll top off our first fall recording session with an October 19, 9:30 set at Manhattan’s Metropolitan Room. Then it’s a happy return to Paris for the November 9th date at the lovely Café Laurent in the tres elegant four star Hotel D’Aubusson.

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LINDA SOLOTAIRE

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GIGS EVERY 4TH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH 8:30PM-12AM

Linda’s Monthly Jazz Jam Elbo Room

2871 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL. 60657 773.549.5549 www.elboroomlive.com ______________________________________ Sunday July 14, 2013 11:30AM

Linda Solotaire Edgewater Beach Cafe

5545 N. Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 773.275.4141 www.edgewaterbeachcafe.com ______________________________________

Linda Solotaire is a jazz vocalist and leader with The

Linda Solotaire Quartet. She also performs an eclectic jazz, rock & rock blues repertoire with her musical partner, arranger/ guitarist & bassist Stu Greenspan, Linda Solotaire & Friends. Linda is classically trained in music and theatre, and began her career as an actress in the late 1970’s. As a solo jazz vocalist, she is most deeply influenced by singers like Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Abbey Lincoln, Sheila Jordan, and Judy Garland.

WORKSHOPS & COACHING Linda accepts private voice students interested in focusing

on acting / interpretation. She also holds workshops in acting for dancers and body-based artists, and do-ityourself arts marketing.

MORE INFO VISIT http://solorohm.net/coaching

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LINDY ENDRES

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Endres, music played a bit of a different

role in the beginning. Finding the perfect song to choreograph and dance to was key, as Lindy dreamt of becoming a professional dancer one day. Her childhood was filled with an array of dance styles, recitals and show choir competitions, always being labeled the ‘dancer’, never the ‘singer’. Upon graduation from Sauk Prairie High School, Sauk City, WI, Lindy attended UW Stevens Point to receive her BA in dance. With her goal in sight, Lindy dove into the world of college dance, only to become sidetracked by the musical productions UWSP had to offer. These shows ignited Lindy’s flame for singing, a talent which she thought she would never desire. Being cast in multiple musicals paired with private voice lessons created a newfound goal; to become a professional singer.

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LORETTA LEE

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Loretta Lee for many years has been known as an

“up and coming,” sultry, smooth and sophisticated jazz vocalist who is progressively taking Chicago by storm. During the course of her musical career, Loretta became best known as “Lady Lee” for her impressionable, breath-taking performance and striking imitation of the Legendary singer, Billie Holiday. Additionally, she has performed in numerous capacities at jazz clubs and many other establishments throughout the Chicago-land area. She has also given remarkable performances as an R&B and Gospel soloist. In addition to singing, Loretta enjoys roller skating, stepping, and Latin dancing. With great passion and love, she continuously sings and performs from the bottom of her soul and is truly a phenomenal entertainer.

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LOS PERROS CUBANOS

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GIGS Friday June 28, 2013 8PM

Veranda Bar

Utica, IL ______________________________________ Thursday July 11, 2013 7PM

Port Clinton Square

Highland Park, IL ______________________________________

Los Perros Cubanos feature the music of Cuba’s

Golden Age of the 1940’s and 1950’s. Influences include Beny More, Compay Segundo, Arsenio Rodriguez, Eliades Ochoa, Buena Vista Social Club, Ibrahim Ferrer, Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, and Willie Colon.

Prepare to dance the night away!

Music now available at iTunes and Amazon.

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MARC POMPE

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Marc Pompe began performing around Rush

Street as a solo piano/vocal in the mid fiftys and was influenced by the music of Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk. Vocal influences include Frank Sinatra, Joe Williams, Ella Fitzgerald, Carmen McCrae and Jon Hendricks. In 1965, Marc left Chicago to work out of New York and played at Jilly’s (NYC), Eddie’s Backstreet in St. Thomas, The Gaslight Club in Toronto and Mother’s Lounge in Pittsburgh. After 40 years of performing, 1997 saw the release of Marc’s first CD, Nobody Else But Me, on Kopaesthetics Records. Since then, Marc has released 4 additional albums.

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MARK MOULTRUP

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Mark Moultrup is a keyboardist, vocalist,

composer, arranger, and educator originally from Detroit and now residing in Chicago. Many of his compositions are featured on his cds, and have also been heard on promo spots, children’s CD’s and national television. Mark has been a full-time working musician for over 30 years. Venues include work in jazz clubs, festivals, musical theater, concert stages, churches, studios, dance clubs, private and corporate functions,and has performed throughout the United States, as well as Europe, South and Central America, and the Carribean.

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MARLENE ROSENBERG

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Marlene Rosenberg has emerged as one of the

most talented and multi-faceted bass players on the scene today. She has played professionally throughout the United States, Europe, Latin America and Japan, performing with innumerable jazz luminaries, such as Kenny Barron, Frank Foster, Stan Getz, Albert “Tootie” Health, Joe Henderson, Marian McPartland, Cedar Walton, Wallace Roney, David “Fathead” Newman, Monty Alexander, Kevin Mahogony, Frank Morgan Frank Wess, Joe Williams and Nancy Wilson.

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MICHAEL HUTCHINS

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Michael Hutchins says Get ready to set sail Beyond The Sea with the smoothest voice to hit the stage since Ol’ Blue Eyes himself, singing the music of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and Dean Martin.

Whether you are young or Young At Heart you will enjoy every minute of Michael’s performance.

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MIKE FROST

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GIGS THURSDAYS 8PM-11PM

Performing with Spiral Bar Umbriago

6 West Hubbard, Chicago IL 773.555.1212 www.barumbriago.com ______________________________________

Mike Frost has been a featured performer with

blues legend Otis Rush, and has been a member/ soloist with many prominent jazz bands in the city.

Mike has also played on various recordings with musicians from the bands of Miles Davis and David Sanborn and leads the Mike Frost Project, one of the most exciting jazz groups to be based in Chicago during the past few years. With three CD releases, MFP plays straight-ahead jazz, using great songs from the past plus contributing new originals in a complementary style. The group performs a modern day version of an earlier style but in their own way.

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MIKE JEFFERS

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GIGS TUESDAYS 8PM-11PM

Performing w/t the Stephanie Browning Trio

Bar Umbriago

6 West Hubbard, Chicago IL www.barumbriago.com ______________________________________ THURSDAYS 8PM-11PM

Performing with Spiral (Jazz & Funk) Bar Umbriago

6 West Hubbard, Chicago IL www.barumbriago.com ______________________________________

Mike Jeffers, drummer and president of Chicago

Jazz Magazine and ChicagoJazz.com has over 20 years of professional musical performance experience.

Jeffers has traveled extensively throughout college as a member of the University of North Texas percussion ensemble. He has performed with different jazz and rock groups at such venues as Carnegie Hall, the House of Blues, Taste of Chicago, Green Mill, Andy’s Jazz Club, The Metro, Schubas, Double Door and many other clubs, festivals and venues throughout the country. Currently he is a freelance musician who runs his own entertainment company, Chicago Jazz Entertainment, booking his variety of musical groups for private events, festivals and club dates throughout the country.

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MIKE STARON

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Mike Staron, acknowledged in JazzTimes as, “A

versatile, forwarding looking and accomplished performer” Mike began his professional career playing Latin Tropical music in Chicago’s inner city at age fifteen. Reviews in regards to the various facets of his bass playing have published in Cadence, Pulse, Jazz USA, Jazz Review, Jazz Word, Jazz Weekly, AMG, New City, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, The Wire, All About Jazz, Screen, Where, Progression Magazine, Jazz at a Glance, Chicago Reader, Beyond Coltrane, and live performances of Michael have been aired on BET, 190 North and local cable.

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NANETTE FRANK

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Nanette Frank “One of Chicago’s jazz greats”named

by WGN Morning News. An Impeccable five octave vocal range, She’s the voice behind such major brands as Coca-Cola (Always Coca-Cola) national radio, TV spots originally released as a 12inch dance single. The ad became the longest running advertising campaign in the company’s history. Nanette also launched the Crest Multicare product line with her rendition of “If I Could.” Whether she’s performing at festivals, like The Taste Of Chicago, The African Arts Festival or any number of high profile charity and social events, Nanette’s unique and often magical blend of jazz, traditional, and R&B “Turns out the house” wherever she performs.

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NIA QUINTET

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The Nia Quintet is an in-demand quintet from

Chicago featuring some of Chicago’s finest musicians.

They have performed at all of Chicago’s finest Jazz clubs including the Jazz Showcase, The Green Mill, Andy’s Jazz Club, Hot House and many more.

They play original music written and arranged by trumpeter/composer Scott Anderson, a semi-finalist in the 2012 International Songwriters Competition.

Their first CD “End of Time” charted in the top 50 in the country for radio play and at number 15 on the College Music Journal Charts. Receiving rave reviews from all the major trades including JazzTimes, and Cadence magazine. Their second CD “Earth Sign” is being released this year, 2013.

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NICK SCHNEIDER

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Nick Schneider is rated as one of the top bass

players in jazz today. He has performed with such greats as Randy Brecker, Eddie Higgins, Buddy Rich Big Band, Teddy Wilson, And The Tonight Show Band just to name a few. Nick currently teaches at Oakton Community College, The University of Wisconsin Indianhead Arts Center, and through his private studio.

Nick is also a member of The Bruce Oscar Trio which hosts several different jam sessions throughout Chicago.

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RAY BAILEY

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Ray Bailey is an accomplished musician and band

leader as well as an exciting performer of all jazz styles.

In the Chicago area he has performed at most major country clubs, hotels and in local jazz clubs such as Andy’s, The Back Room, Bella Vista, The Green Mill, Green Dolphin Street, Pop’s for Champaign, Joe’s Bebop Café and may others that have come and gone.

The Ray Bailey Jazz Quintet played to standing-roomonly crowds for 19 summers in the Garden Café of the Art Institute of Chicago.

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RHONDA BROWNE

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Rhonda High Browne has been a singer/

songwriter for a number of years in the Chicago area and elsewhere. After a successful career as a print model for Jewel Foods, Soft Sheen Hair Products, and several others, she returned to her first love of music, where she received her Associates Degree in Fine Arts from South Suburban College and her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Columbia College Chicago in Jazz Vocal Performance. Rhonda has worked with some of the finest musicians in Chicago such as Roger Harris, Chuck Webb, Curtis Robinson, (to name a few). Currently, Rhonda is the bandleader vocalist of her R&B, Jazz trio “Pieces.” She performs at weddings, corporate functions and various social events and describes her music as “Feel Good Music.”

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RITA McCONVILLE

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Rita McConville has been singing professionally

to the delight of Midwest audiences for over 10 years in venues ranging from legendary jazz clubs like The Green Mill to various dancehalls, roadhouses and churches. As testament to her rare versatility, Rita has been known to sing both legs of a wedding, nailing the ceremony and reception with equally soulful precision. If you haven’t heard about Rita McConville before, that’s understandable because she has been engaging her musical passion full time only recently…or as she likes to put it, as a recovering local television director, nearly three years clean.

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ROBIN WATSON

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Robin Watson is Jazzlady Robin. A vocalist/leader,

her styling is described to be an appealing blend of Sarah, Dinah, Carmen and Nina, while her creativity is clearly influenced by that of her distant cousin, Ella. Robin’s performance career has spanned decades through Chicago’s premiere jazz venues, wooing audiences from large stages - Petrillo Bandshell, Garfield Park Conservatory, Pheasant Run, United Center, Odyssey Cruises, Showboat, Empress and Majestic Star Casinos- and more intimate music rooms at the Peninsula Hotel, Braxton’s, Tuscany’s, John & Tony’s, Metropolitan Club, Como Inn, Backroom and Cotton Clubs. Robin has a BA in vocal performance from Spelman College. Her humor, energy and authenticity make her performances compelling and engaging.

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ROGER HARRIS

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Roger L. Harris is a pianist residing in Chicago,

IL. His musical talents were evident at an early age.

His father, Leo Harris, is the cellist that founded the South Side Family Chamber Orchestra and encouraged Roger to embrace his gift. Roger is currently the Conductor Emeritus of that orchestra.

After receiving his Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from Roosevelt University in Chicago, Roger taught band, orchestra, choir, general music, and commercial music in various Illinois and Indiana school districts.

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RUSTY JONES

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GIGS FRIDAYS THROUGH SEPT 6:30-9:30PM

Performing w/t Dan Shapero

Suzette's Creperie

211 W. Front St, Wheaton, IL 60187 630.462.0898 www.suzettescreperie.com ______________________________________ Thursday June 27, 2013

Performing w/t Rich Bardo

Honky Tonk BBQ

1800 S. Racine, Chicago IL 312.226.7427 www.honkytonkbbqchicago.com ______________________________________ Fri & Sat June 28 & 29, 2013

Performing with Danny Long Biagios

7319 W. Lawrence Ave., Harwood Heights, IL 708.867.4641 ______________________________________ Thurs-Sun July 18-21, 2013 8/10/4PM

Rusty Jones has been an integral part of the

Chicago music scene since he moved here in 1967.

His experience includes a broad range of musical styles, both jazz and commercial. Originally from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, he comes from a very musical family, both parents having been in the music business before he was born. His great uncle, Isham Jones, was a famous songwriter and band leader in the 20’s and 30’s. To name only a few, his career includes three and a half years with Judy Roberts, six years with George Shearing, Marion McPartland, Buddy DeFranco, Chet Baker, Ira Sullivan, Mark Murphy, Anita O’Day, Frank D’Rone, Patricia Barber, Johnny Gabor, Frank Portolese, Marc Pompe, Zvonimir Tot, and many others too numerous to mention.

Performing with Judy Roberts Qrt Jazz Showcase

806. S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago, IL 60605 312.360.0234 www.jazzshowcase.com ______________________________________

NOW ACCEPTING STUDENTS FOR PRIVATE INSTRUCTION CALL 847.698.9328

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SAM FAZIO

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Sam Fazio made his return to the Chicago music scene

in 2009. Over the years, Sam has performed in nightclubs throughout Chicago and Las Vegas. Sam’s repertoire includes a unique mix of American standards, swing tunes and pop classics. His heartfelt interpretations bring new life to the standards and showcase his soulful, yet classic style.

Sam performs at a variety of venues and events around the Chicagoland area, including weekly performances at the Drake Hotel.

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SHAWN MAXWELL

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Shawn Maxwell has the urge—a quality

fundamental to those who create improvised music on a nightly basis. In this way, it is not enough to simply create, but the need to innovate guides each note. His art lies in addressing the ordinary modalities of life in an extraordinary way, placing notes in their most complimentary places with precision and enthusiasm.

Each harmony he creates is purposeful in form as well as function. After starting his professional career touring Internationally, across the Mediterranean and the Caribbean, Maxwell returned home to conquer the Windy City. With equal parts genius and toil, Maxwell has become one the preeminent performers in the Chicago jazz landscape. His multi-instrumental talents have been lauded by fellow musicians and critics alike.

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SKINNY WILLIAMS

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Skinny Williams is an accomplished saxophonist

and instrumentalist, a savvy composer, and an electrifying performer who — since the release of his first solo album in 1999 — has created a series of recordings that have made him a distinctive talent in the realm of contemporary jazz. Through his noteworthy combination of earthy grooves and soulful improvisations, Williams has earned both critical acclaim and mainstream appreciation.

Williams is one of the industry’s most respected and in-demand players, with critics comparing him to such greats as Stanley Turrentine, Junior Walker, Grover Washington Jr. and Boney James.

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STACY McMICHAEL

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Stacy McMichael is one of the premier bassists

in Chicago today. Equally proficient on upright bass and electric bass, Stacy performs comfortably within a broad range of genres and styles. As an active professional bassist, Ms. McMichael has played with hundreds of artists in countless settings.

Ms. McMichael received her Masters degree (Jazz Bass performance & pedagogy) from the prestigious University of Miami Jazz School and her Bachelors degree (Double Bass performance) from the University of Nebraska - Omaha. Ms. McMichael currently holds a faculty position as Adjunct Professor of Bass at Olivet Nazarene University.

GIGS Thursday June 27, 2013 8:30PM

Katerina's

1920 W. Irving Rd., Chicago, IL 773.348.7592 www.katerinas.com ______________________________________

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STEPHANIE BROWNING

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GIGS TUESDAYS 8PM-11PM

Performing w/t Stephanie Browning Trio Bar Umbriago

6 West Hubbard, Chicago IL www.barumbriago.com ______________________________________

Stephanie Browning made a name for herself as

the Artist-in-residence at the world renowned Gold Star Sardine Bar, a listening room reminiscent of Paris in the ‘30s. The venue was an international gem and captivated audiences assisted Stephanie in honing her improvisational skills and soulful voice. During her two-year tenure she performed for celebrities and European royalty, as well as many a love struck couple out to make a memorable night. Since that time, Stephanie has been featured at the Chicago area’s most notable jazz clubs, including Andy’s, The Green Mill, Pete Millers, Pops for Champagne, as well as many others.

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STEVEN HASHIMOTO

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GIGS 3rd SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH 9PM-11:30PM

Steven Hashimoto Quartet Simon’s Tavern

Chicago IL ______________________________________ 3rd MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH 8PM-10PM

Steven Hashimoto & Pat Fleming Kopi Café

Chicago IL 773.989.5674 ______________________________________ EVERY FRIDAY 1:30AM-3:45AM

Green Mill Quartet Jam Session Green Mill

Chicago IL 773.878.5552 ______________________________________

Steven Hashimoto has been a highly visible part of

Chicago’s jazz scene since 1976, when he founded the band Mothra (which is still in existence, with a CD on AsianImprov Records). He has also anchored the late-night jam sessions at The Green Mill on Fridays for almost 16 years. He has recorded with many local bands, and appeared at almost every jazz venue in Chicago. He has also appeared at The Chicago Jazz Festival, Taste of Chicago, ChicagoFest, Chicago’s Asian American Jazz Festival, as well as festivals and concert venues nationwide.

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THE HARRIS GROUP

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The Harris Group delivers an approach

to progressive jazz that focuses on more than improvisation. Influenced by Joe Beck and Steps Ahead, The Harris Group offers jazz that will no doubt stand the test of time. Although it is the basis of their repertoire, The Harris Group knows the audience for their music is broad, not defined by jazz alone. The Harris Group knows how to please an audience that is looking for meat and blood rather than fleeting hits.

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TOM MUELLNER

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GIGS EVERY MONDAY 9PM-1AM

Tommy’s Pro Jazz Party with Special Guests Serbian Village Restaurant

3144 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago IL 773.478.2900 ______________________________________ EVERY SATURDAY 8PM-11PM

Confetti’s

5101 Washington St., Chicago IL ______________________________________ Wednesday June 26, 2013 8PM

Tommy Muellner Trio w/t Arlene Bardelle Katerina's 1920 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 773.348.7592 www.katerinas.com ______________________________________

Tommy Muellner is a respected Chicagoland

jazz pianist and composer. He has received critical acclaim from aficionados and statesmen throughout the jazz world for his piano acumen and creativity.

He has an uncanny understanding of harmonic movement, improvisation and musical interplay and as such continues to dazzle audiences with his unique brand of swinging lyrical jazz piano. He receives rave reviews wherever he performs. Indeed, acclaim for the talent, taste and splendid style of this consummate professional is as resonant as the rich chords and silky lines with which Tommy Muellner creates his personal musical magic.

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TY COOPER

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Ty Cooper is a jazz vocalist. When she sings you

will find yourself dreaming of a different era where the greatest singers of all times will come alive just for you.

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Zvonimir Tot (z-VON-e-mere TOTE) is a

Chicago-based jazz guitarist, composer, and arranger with a style deeply rooted in the jazz tradition but flavored by his European origin. Tot has performed in the United States, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Hungary, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Romania, and Croatia.

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photo of the week BILL McFARLAND

2010 Hyde Park Jazz Festival shot by Bryan Thompson/Graffiti Photographic

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