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APRIL CALENDAR IMANI UZURI APRIL 1 MONTEREY JAZZ FESTIVAL ON TOUR 55TH ANNIVERSARY FEATURING DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER, CHRISTIAN McBRIDE, BENNY GREEN, LEWIS NASH, CHRIS POTTER, & AMBROSE AKINMUSIRE APRIL 2 - 7 BANN: SEAMUS BLAKE, JAY ANDERSON, OZ NOY & ADAM NUSSBAUM APRIL 8 AL DiMEOLA & GONZALO RUBALCABA DUO APRIL 9 - 14 BERKLEE’S RALPH PETERSON SEXTET APRIL 15
LATE NIGHT GROOVE SERIES THEO CROKER APRIL 5 AZIZA APRIL 6 WATER SEED APRIL 12 SOL W/ TOUSSAINT LIBERATOR APRIL 13 GIZMO W/ SPECIAL GUEST CASEY BENJAMIN APRIL 19 SUGA BUSH APRIL 20 SUPER HI-FI APRIL 26 IN THE SPIRIT OF MILES, BEYOND THE CELLAR DOOR APRIL 27
HIROMI: THE TRIO PROJECT APRIL 16 - 21
SUNDAY BRUNCH
MACEO PARKER APRIL 22 - 25
CHRIS POTTER & HIS NYU ENSEMBLE APRIL 7
ARTURO SANDOVAL APRIL 26 - 28
JANA HERZEN W/ CHARNETT MOFFETT APRIL 14
PURCHASE JAZZ ORCHESTRA APRIL 29
JUILLIARD JAZZ ENSEMBLE APRIL 21 WALT WEISKOPF APRIL 28
IMANI UZURI MONDAY, APRIL 1, 8PM & 10:30PM
Recently praised in the New York Times for her “gorgeously chesty ruminations” by music critic Steve Smith, “stunning” (New York Magazine) vocalist and innovative composer Imani Uzuri returns to the Blue Note on April 1 to perform songs from her new acclaimed album, The Gypsy Diaries, which draws on her rural Southern roots as well as influences ranging from Sufi devotionals to Romany laments. Uzuri will be joined by a stellar group of musicians who are all featured on the album, including Marika Hughes (cello), Kaoru Watanabe (Japanese shinobue flute, western flute),
Todd Isler (world percussion), album co-producer Christian Ver Halen (acoustic guitar), and Neel Murgai (sitar, daf). Imani Uzuri’s The Gypsy Diaries has been praised by fans and critics alike, from Ebony to All About Jazz to Time Out New York. Carol Cooper of the Village Voice raves, “With a voice that would sound equally at home on an opera stage or a disco 12-inch, Uzuri is a constant surprise on record, seamlessly combining jazz, classical, country and blues motifs into highly personalized compositions.” n
MONTEREY JAZZ FESTIVAL ON TOUR 55TH ANNIVERSARY
FEATURING DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER, CHRISTIAN McBRIDE, BENNY GREEN, LEWIS NASH, CHRIS POTTER, & AMBROSE AKINMUSIRE APRIL 2-7, 8PM & 10:30PM
Monterey is the longest consecutively running jazz festival in the world. This exclusive presentation celebrates the festival’s legacy expanding the boundaries of live jazz. The dream of founder Jimmy Lyons became reality in 1958, when the first Monterey Jazz Festival featured artists like Dizzy Gillespie, Louis Armstrong, John Lewis, Sonny Rollins, Gerry Mulligan, Art Farmer, Harry James, Max Roach, and Billie Holiday. This 55th Anniversary Tour reflects Monterey’s “traditional-untraditionalist” attitude, jazz-with-a-purpose exuberance, and joyful fun that continues to be the hallmark of the festival to this day. Over the last four decades Dee Dee Bridgewater has risen to the top tier of today’s jazz vocalists. She is a multiple Grammy winner, Tony-award winner, has been nominated for London theater’s West End equivalent, and has received France’s top honor, the Victoire de la Musique. Christian McBride’s large sound and expertise are reminiscent of Ray Brown and Paul Chambers. McBride studied at Juilliard and has played with Bobby Watson, Benny Golson, Roy Hargrove, Freddie Hubbard, Ray Brown, Pat Metheny and a host of others. Pianist Benny Green played as a teenager with Joe Henderson and Woody Shaw. He spent years in
the bands of Betty Carter and Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. He has also worked with Freddie Hubbard, and as a member of Ray Brown’s Trio. He has recorded for Criss Cross, Blue Note and Telarc. Drummer Lewis Nash has toured and recorded with a who’s who of jazz: Betty Carter, Tommy Flanagan, Oscar Peterson, Sonny Rollins, Ray Brown, Horace Silver, Ron Carter, Hank Jones, Benny Carter, Milt Jackson, Art Farmer, McCoy Tyner, Joe Lovano, Pat Martino, Clark Terry, Diana Krall, Joe Williams, and Nancy Wilson. Saxophonist Chris Potter has emerged as a leading light of his generation. Down Beat called him “One of the most studied (and copied) saxophonists on the planet” while Jazz Times identified him as “a figure of international renown.” Potter’s impressive discography includes 15 albums as a leader and sideman appearances on over 100 albums. Trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire has worked with Steve Coleman, Joe Henderson, Aaron Parks and Vijay Iyer, Josh Roseman and Esperanza Spalding. In 2007 Akinmusire won the Carmine Caruso International Jazz Trumpet Solo Competition and the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition. n
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THEO CROKER FRIDAY NIGHT, APRIL 5 12:30AM $10
Theo knew that he would be a trumpet player from the moment he picked up his first horn at the age of eleven. At 16, Theo moved to Jacksonville, FL to attend The Douglas Anderson School of the Arts. Theo quickly made a name for himself in Jacksonville and stood out amongst his peers. In 2007, Croker graduated from the Oberlin College Conservatory of Music and has performed professionally with the Louis Hayes and his Cannonball Adderley Tribute Quintet. Theo’s unrelenting desire to grow as an artist has taken him into the realm of other genres. In addition to jazz, he writes and produces
hip-hop, rap, film scores, and contemporary classical, as well as many other forms of music. n
AZIZA SATURDAY NIGHT, APRIL 6 12:30AM $10
AZIZA, formerly known as Linda Williams, is a pianist, singer/songwriter and arranger who composed the music to Natalie Cole’s song entitled “LA COSTA.” Aziza penned the lyrics on 4 of Ahmad Jamal’s recorded compositions, “Whisperings,” “Picture Perfect,” “It’s only a Flower,” and “My Latin.” Aziza also wrote the words to Ray Bryant’s classic song, “Cubano Chant.” Aziza has accompanied other singers such as Marlena Shaw, Linda Hopkins and Freda Payne. Aziza is currently performing with her band in New York City and when not performing, she is fulfilling the role as Musical director for Rain Pryor’s show “Fried Chicken and
Latkes” currently at the Actors Temple in NYC. Aziza’s CDs Jazzsoetry Vol. 1 and V2 are available online. n
SUNDAY BRUNCH SERIES
CHRIS POTTER & HIS NYU ENSEMBLE SUNDAY, APRIL 7
12:30 & 2:30PM $29.50 includes music, brunch & 1 drink
A world-class soloist, accomplished composer and formidable bandleader, saxophonist Chris Potter has emerged as a leading light of his generation. DownBeat called him “One of the most studied (and copied) saxophonists on the planet” while Jazz Times identified him as “a figure of international renown.” A potent improviser and the youngest musician ever to win Denmark’s Jazzpar Prize, Potter’s impressive discography includes 15 albums as a leader and sideman appearances on over 100 albums. He was nominated for a Grammy Award for his solo work on “In Vogue,” a track from Joanne Brackeen’s 1999 album Pink Elephant Magic, and was
prominently featured on Steely Dan’s Grammy-winning album from 2000, Two Against Nature. He has performed or recorded with Herbie Hancock, Dave Holland, John Scofield, the Mingus Big Band, Jim Hall, Paul Motian, Dave Douglas, and Ray Brown. n
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THE JAZZ BALLAD SONG BOOK Trumpeter Randy Brecker, an emeritus statesman whose life in music spans six decades, forges a career record, exploring the contours of jazz’s Great American Songbook in collaboration with the DR Big Band and the Danish National Chamber Orchestra. With lushly conceived charts penned by jazz’s premier arrangers, including Grammy winner Vince Mendoza, THE JAZZ BALLAD SONG BOOK is both cinematic and intimate, reflecting perfectly the scope of Brecker’s contribution to popular music. Evergreens include “Cry Me a River,” “All or Nothing at All,” “Someday My Prince Will Come” and “Skylark.” AVAILABLE UPSTAIRS IN THE BLUE NOTE GIFT SHOP!
BANN: SEAMUS BLAKE, JAY ANDERSON, OZ NOY & ADAM NUSSBAUM MONDAY, APRIL 8, 8PM & 10:30PM
BANN – a group put together with old and new friends. Comprised of members who have all been on the scene for quite a few years, this progressive outfit embraces the jazz tradition while keeping one foot firmly planted in the music of today’s world: rock, R&B, soul, and more. The music Bann plays is a combination of original tunes and some old, tried-andtrue favorites filtered through the band’s collective point of view. Bann’s drum chair is occupied by Adam Nussbaum, a versatile musician who regularly supports some of the most notable names on today’s jazz scene. After studying at the Davis Center and City College of New York, Nussbaum was making a strong impression in the jazz world by 1978, playing regularly with both Dave Liebman and John Scofield. His other important associations through the years have included Stan Getz, Gil Evans, Gary Burton, Steve Swallow, Michael Brecker, Don Grolnick, James Moody, Sonny Rollins, Art Pepper, Joe Henderson, Charles Lloyd, and countless others. Seamus Blake handles Bann’s saxophone duties. A New York-based musician, he is recognized as one of the finest exponents of contemporary jazz. His music is known for its sophistication, bold improvisations, and “sheer swagger.” John Scofield, who hired Seamus for his Quiet Band, called him “extraordinary, a total saxophonist.” Blake’s recent releases Live in Italy (2009), Bellwether (2009), and Live at Smalls (2010) have garnered him considerable critical praise for his masterful playing, his fine com-
positional skills, and his facility as a leader. Bann guitarist Oz Noy has made a huge impact on the jazz scene since his arrival in New York City in 1996. His unique and intoxicating style has bro-
ken all the rules of instrumental guitar music by focusing on the groove. All-stars such as Keith Carlock, Anton Fig, Vinnie Colaiuta, and Dave Weckl often contribute to his projects on drums, with bassists Will Lee, James Genus, and Reggie Washington holding down the low end. His latest release is Twisted Blues Vol. 1 (2011). Rounding out the quartet is bassist Jay Anderson. Among the most versatile and respected jazz artists performing today, he has been featured on over 300 recordings, including work with Paul Bley, Randy Brecker, Mike Stern, John Scofield, John Abercrombie, Donald Byrd, Joe Lovano, Dave Liebman, Lee Konitz, and more. He’s also performed with the big bands of Kenny Wheeler, Bob Mintzer, Mel Lewis, and Maria Schneider. n
AL Di MEOLA & GONZALO RUBALCABA DUO APRIL 9-14, 8PM & 10:30PM
A bona fide guitar hero, perennial poll-winner and virtuoso of the highest order, Al Di Meola has also been recognized over the past 30 years as a prolific composer and respected artist with over 20 recordings as a leader. His creative output to date is staggering, whether it’s with his current World Sinfonia band or past musical endeavors like his electric Tour de Force group with Jan Hammer, Anthony Jackson, Steve Gadd and Mingo Lewis, the internationally acclaimed Trio with fellow guitar superstars John McLaughlin and Paco de Lucia, the Rite of Strings trio with Stanley Clarke and Jean-Luc Ponty or the ‘70s fusion supergroup Return To Forever with Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke and Lenny White. And while his dazzling technique on both acoustic and electric guitars has afforded him regal status among the hordes of fretboard aficionados who regularly flock to his concerts, the depth of Di Meola’s writing along with the soulfulness and his inherent lyricism of his
guitaristic expression have won him legions of fans worldwide beyond the six-string set. Born in post-revolutionary Havana, Cuba, Gonzalo Rubalcaba first introduced his instantly recognizable pianistic touch and spirit to the broader world in the early ‘80s. Since then he has garnered Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards (for Nocturne (2001) with Charlie Haden and Supernova (2001), respectively), as well as an additional 15 Grammy nominations. Rubalcaba has performed with the likes of Dizzy Gillespie, Ignacio Berroa, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Charlie Haden, Dave Holland, Chris Potter, Eric Harland, Marcus Gilmore, John Patitucci, and Jack DeJohnette, among others. He continues to tour the world as a bandleader and solo pianist in jazz and classical settings. n
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water seed FRIDAY NIGHT, APRIL 12 12:30 AM $10
The origins of this band’s hybridity reflecting the diverse feels and experiences of Black America begin in New Orleans, the birthplace of multi-instrumentalists Lou Hill and J Sharp, the architects of Water Seed’s cool, elemental sound. Water Seed’s privileging of rhythm and groove, the elegant jazz flourishes, and lyrical songs deeply
SOL WITH TOUSSAINT LIBERATOR SATURDAY, APRIL 13 12:30 AM $15
The music of SOL defines soul / funk / rock. The band offers a fresh new sound capturing a unique menagerie of motown, funk, blues, jazz, and rock & roll genres with the intent of restoring roots into the modern day music scene. Intelligent lyrics and catchy melody lines are the heart of the SOL formula. The band brings danceable tunes, heartfelt ballads, and an element of good old rock n’ roll together in a high-energy live show that’s sure to provoke a positive reaction from every listener and attendee. n
rooted in both alchemists’ classical education, all hint at the sacred training grounds that sharpened Louisiana jazz greats from Jelly Roll Morton to the Marsalis Brothers, creators known for marrying the traditional with the modern in the creation of the new. n
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JANA HERZEN WITH CHARNETT MOFFETT SUNDAY, APRIL 14
12:30 & 2:30PM $29.50 includes music, brunch & 1 drink
Many jazz aficionados only know Jana Herzen as the founder and president of the acclaimed and grammy nominated Motéma label. What many may not realize, however, is that Ms. Herzen is a seasoned performer and instrumentalist with quite a talent for writing and performing. Her new album, Passion of a Lonely Heart, features renowned bassist Charnett Moffett (McCoy Tyner, Wynton Marsalis, Ornette Coleman, Harry Connick, Jr., Anita Baker), and has been gaining international raves. Herzen plays folk and world tinged jazz on Passion, and her influences range
from Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen and Bob Marley to Miles Davis, Joe Pass, Leonard Bernstein and beyond. Much like the label that she runs, she has a penchant for crossing genres. n
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THIS IS JAZZ
For their second Half Note issue, the power trio of DONALD HARRISON, RON CARTER and BILLY COBHAM declare themselves spokesmen for a kind of exploratory improvisation and interplay known only to seasoned jazz professionals. Staunch individualists all, they come together with a united voice of alto, bass and drums - at once steeped in jazz’s richly variegated traditions yet forward-thinking in the cause of new creative expression. AVAILABLE UPSTAIRS IN THE BLUE NOTE GIFT SHOP!
BERKLEE’S RALPH PETERSON SEXTET MONDAY, APRIL 15, 8PM & 10:30PM
Berklee College of Music’s top student instrumentalists and composers will perform, directed by professor Ralph Peterson. The group will perform primarily original compositions; Peterson will perform with the students on a number of tunes. Master drummer, respected composer-bandleader and talent scout extraordinaire Ralph Peterson has carried on in the tradition of his mentor and idol Art Blakey. Peterson helped launch the careers of several promising young players in his various bands
over the years, including trumpeters Sean Jones and Jeremy Pelt, saxophonists Steve Wilson, Ralph Bowen and Tia Fuller, vibist Bryan Carrot and pianist Orrin Evans. A respected educator who is currently a full time professor at the Berklee College of Music, Peterson’s protégés include such potent new drummers on the New York scene as Ari Hoenig, E.J. Strickland, Justin Faulkner, Rodney Green, Vince Ector, Jonathan Blake, Dion Parsons and Mark Whitfield Jr.n
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FEATURING ANTHONY JACKSON & SIMON PHILLIPS APRIL 16-21, 8PM & 10:30PM
Pianist and composer Hiromi Uehara, whose passionate and incendiary keyboard work has been a shining light on the jazz landscape since her 2003 debut, believes that the voice that never speaks can sometimes be the most powerful of all. A mesmerizing instrumentalist in her own right, Hiromi enlists the aid of two equally formidable players for her newest project – bassist Anthony Jackson (Paul Simon, The O’Jays, Steely Dan,
Chick Corea) and drummer Simon Phillips. Jackson had previously played on a couple tracks from each of Hiromi’s first two albums – Another Mind in 2003 and Brain in 2004 – but they had never recorded an entire album together. “I’ve always been a huge fan of his bass playing,” she says. “I’ve always liked playing with him, and I was very happy that we finally had the chance to make an entire album together.” She hadn’t crossed paths with Phillips prior to her record Voice released in 2011, but he came highly recommended by not only Jackson but also Stanley Clarke, the legendary jazz fusion bassist who gave her a prime spot on his two most recent projects, Jazz in the Garden in 2009 and The Stanley Clarke Band in 2010.
When it came time to go into the studio to record Move, the trio was able to record quickly and effortlessly since many of the songs had been road-tested. Recorded by GRAMMY®-winning producer and engineer Michael Bishop at Aire Born Studios in Zionsville, Indiana, Move, like Voice, has an overriding theme, which Hiromi describes as “time in one day.” “You wake up and go to work and then hang out,” she says. “The album is like a soundtrack for a day.” The opening title-track begins with an undulating piano riff that mimics the sound of a ringing alarm. “It’s one of the most difficult pieces I’ve ever written,” says Hiromi. “I had great musicians with me, and we worked hard on that song. In the studios and rehearsals, we spent a lot of time to play it right. It’s very tricky because when a song sounds difficult, it’s not fun. It has to groove and it has to go beyond ‘this is a difficult song.’ It has to make you groove and feel the rhythm. To reach that point really took some time.” Move comes to a close with “11:49 PM,” an 11-minute song designed to mark the end of one day and the beginning of a new one. “Before you go to bed, you think through what you have been through and you think and all these emotions come out,” says Hiromi. “I think the nighttime is the most emotional time of the day, especially when you’re at home. I don’t know what makes people think that but it’s just the night. People show so much more emotion and heart in that particular time of the day. I started to write a song about it. Whenever I wrote [‘11:49 PM’], it was always at nighttime. I went through all these emotions.” n
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GIZMO WITH SPECIAL GUEST CASEY BENJAMIN PRESENTED IN ASSOCIaTION WITh REVIVE MUSIC
FRIDAY, APRIL 19 12:30 AM $10
GIZMO is widely recognized as a bassist and music director, but he has spent the last year working on his new album Red Balloon, where he is showcasing the most captivating side of himself as a singer, songwriter, multi instrumentalist, and producer. He has collaborated with many worldrenowned musicians including Derrick Hodge, Casey Benjamin, Jamire Williams, George W. Russell, Jr, Ilan Bar-Lavi, and co-producer Gabo Lugo to create a compelling record that expresses a personal side of GIZMO. He
SUGA BUSH SATURDAY, APRIL 20 12:30AM $10
Boasting a unique fusion of electric rock and soul, Suga Bush generated buzz with its early live recordings. Within months of its debut, the band was mentioned in Billboard Magazine and was featured alongside Jill Scott in the launch of Billboard’s offshoot website, Promosquad. The band released its debut full-length, A Love Odyssey, to great acclaim in 2005. Suga Bush has performed in popular New York venues like Crash Mansion, The Cutting Room, Arlene’s Grocery, The Bitter End, and The Apollo Theater. The band is currently in the process of producing its second full-length album, to be released this summer on the independent Earthdriver label. n
has also worked with Marcos Lopez, Jake Sherman, Chad Selph, Taylor “Pocket Queen” Gordon, Darion Javon, Nick Hakim, Gwen Bunn, William Gittens, Yasser Tejada, William Wells, Lauren Fuller, Jeremy DeJesus, and Mario Castro. n
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JUILLIARD JAZZ ENSEMBLE SUNDAY, APRIL 21
12:30 & 2:30PM $29.50 includes music, brunch & 1 drink
The Juilliard music division, renowned the world over for the quality of its performance education and its many celebrated alumni musicians, dancers, and actors, offers bachelor and master of music degrees in jazz, as well as an Artist Diploma via the pre-professional Juilliard Institute for Jazz Studies, a collaboration between Juilliard and Jazz at Lincoln Center. All together, Juilliard’s program features a curriculum designed to maximize professional opportunities, onstage and academically, with equal opportunity
for performance and tailored studio and coursework. The talented young musicians from across the country who are accepted by Juilliard Jazz are taught by some of today’s most active, innovative, and respected jazz musicians. n
HALF NOTE RECORDS NEW RELEASE Striking, bold, organic, and beautiful. Those words describe Maya Azucena’s voice, her music, and her message. On CRY LOVE her impressive talent unfolds over eleven tracks. An anthem for justice, the title track constitutes the album’s core concept. Her desire to inspire and empower listeners saturates the edgy groove of “Warriors” and the sanguine sway of “Near”. “The Half” is a harrowing take propelled by rock icon Vernon Reid. She invited reggae legend and Billboard #1 artist iNi Kamoze aboard on “My Back’s Not Up Against The Wall” while the glistening, acoustic qualities of “Belong To The Sun” furnish another standout cut. The songs are all unified by a remarkable depth and stunning musicality.
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MACEO PARKER APRIL 22-25, 8PM & 10:30PM
Maceo Parker: his name is synonymous with Funky Music, his pedigree impeccable; his band: the tightest little funk orchestra on earth. Everyone knows by now that he’s played with each and every leader of funk, his start with James Brown, which Maceo describes as “like being at University;” jumping aboard the Mothership with George Clinton; stretching out with Bootsy’s Rubber Band. He’s the living, breathing pulse that connects the history of Funk in one golden thread. The cipher that unravels dance music down to its core. “Everything’s coming up Maceo,” concluded DownBeat Magazine in a 1991 article at the beginning of Maceo Parker’s solo career. At the time Maceo was remembered by aficiona-
dos of funk music as sideman; appreciated mainly by those in the know. More than a decade and a half later Maceo Parker has been enjoying a blistering solo career. For the past sixteen years Maceo has been building a new funk empire, fresh and stylistically diverse. He navigates deftly between James Brown’s 1960’s soul and George Clinton’s 1970’s freaky funk while exploring mellower jazz and the grooves of hip-hop. His collaborations over the years performing and recording have included Ray Charles, Ani Difranco, James Taylor, De La Soul, Dave Matthews Band and the Red Hot Chilli Peppers. His timeless sound has garnered him a fresh young fan base. n
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ARTURO SANDOVAL APRIL 26-28, 8PM & 10:30PM
A protégé of the legendary jazz master Dizzy Gillespie, Sandoval was born in Artemisa, a small town in the outskirts of Havana, Cuba, on November 6, 1949. Sandoval began studying classical trumpet at the age of twelve, but it didn’t take him long to catch the excitement of the jazz world. He has since evolved into one of the world’s most acknowledged guardians of jazz trumpet and flugel horn, as well as a renowned classical artist, pianist and composer. He is one of the most dynamic and vivacious live performers of our time, and has been seen by millions at the Oscars performing with Celine Dion, at the Grammy Awards with Justin Timberlake and as a leader, as well as on the Billboard Awards with Alicia Keys. Sandoval has been awarded 6 Grammy Awards, and nominated 12 times; he has also received 6 Billboard Awards and one Emmy Award. His latest record Dear Diz, Every Day I Think of You just won a Grammy for best jazz large ensemble. Arturo Sandoval’s versatility can be heard on recordings with everyone from Dizzy Gillespie, Woody Her-
man, Woody Shaw, Michel Legrand, Bill Conti, and Stan Getz to Johnny Mathis, Frank Sinatra, Paul Anka, Rod Stewart and Alicia Keys. He has performed with John Williams with the Boston Pops, and in the Super bowl with Tony Bennet and Patti LaBelle. Arturo Sandoval reaches beyond the scope of mere effort. His struggles while in Cuba and since his defection have given him more energy and strength, urging him to accomplish and surpass his childhood dreams. Filled with a virtuoso capability, he desires nothing more than to share his gift with others who feel the same intense adoration for music as he does. One frequently speaks of Arturo Sandoval’s virtuoso technical ability or his specialty in high notes, but he who has seen him on the piano, lyrically improvising a ballad, or has had the opportunity to enjoy the diversity of his music, through his compositions from the most straight ahead jazz, Latin jazz or classical, knows that Arturo Sandoval is a prominent musician, and one recognizes that Arturo is one of the most brilliant, multifaceted and renowned musicians of our time. n
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SUPER HI-FI FRIDAY, APRIL 26 12:30 AM $10
The Brooklyn-based band Super HiFi mixes jazz-inflected trombones, the rhythmic landscapes of Jamaican dub, afrobeat and funk. Led by bassist and composer Ezra Gale, Super Hi-Fi has been creating waves in the New York music scene since 2010 after releasing their debut album, Dub To The Bone (Electric Cowbell Records), in 2012. The band’s unique double tromboneled sound applies the improvisatory dub mixing approach to live performances of the band’s original compositions, sharing stages with John Brown’s Body, Rubblebucket, Beats Antique, Debo Band, Giant Panda Guerrilla Dub Squad at the Brooklyn Bowl, Maxwell’s,
the Mercury Lounge and the Rocks Off Concert Series. They’ve hosted “AfroDub Sessions” at Rose Live Music in Williamsburg, collaborating with Subatomic Sound System, Ticklah and Sal P. n
IN THE SPIRIT OF MILES, BEYOND THE CELLAR DOOR FEAT. INGRID JENSEN (TP), JAY RODRIGUEZ (SAX), AMANDA RUZZA (BASS), JASON MILES (KEYS), & WILL CALHOUN (DRUMS) SATURDAY, APRIL 27
12:30AM $10
From his synth programming on Miles Davis’ Tutu, Music From Siesta and Amandla to his partnership with DJ Logic and Falu in the global fusion group Global Noize, GRAMMY-winning keyboardist Jason Miles brings the highest level of artistry to his work. His years of collaboration with Marcus Miller include the Miles Davis projects and classic recordings by David Sanborn and Luther Vandross. Miles has also worked with Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan,
Michael Brecker, The Crusaders, Ruben Blades, Freddy Cole, George Benson, Joe Sample, Herb Alpert, Vanessa Williams, Grover Washington Jr., and Lea Salonga. He has also performed at Monterey Jazz Festival, Jazz Aspen, Umbria Jazz, North Sea, Jacksonville Jazz Fest, Jazz Fest NOLA, and Blue Note Tokyo. n
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WALT WEISKOPF SUNDAY, APRIL 28
12:30 & 2:30PM $29.50 includes music, brunch & 1 drink
Saxophonist, composer and author Walt Weiskopf began his New York career performing with the Buddy Rich Big Band in 1981 at the age of 21. Since then, he has made an impressive mark as both a leader and sideman, including performing and recording with Frank Sinatra, Steely Dan, Donald Fagen and Steve Smith’s Jazz Legacy. A dynamic player with enormous technical prowess, Walt is equally well-regarded as a composer and his CDs contain predominantly original work. His five books on advanced topics in improvisation are
among the most respected in the field. Walt was a visiting Associate Professor part-time at the Eastman School of Music from 2001 to 2008. He is currently teaching part-time at Temple University in Philadelphia. n
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PURCHASE JAZZ ORCHESTRA FEATURING JON FADDIS MONDAY, APRIL 29, 8PM & 10:30PM
The Purchase Jazz Orchestra is a 17-piece big band that performs jazz from every era. From staples like Ellington and Basie to more modern works by today’s leading composers and arrangers like McNeely, Clayton, Abene, and Schneider, the Purchase Jazz Orchestra swings and is always a pleasure to hear. Grammy Awardwinning jazz bassist Todd Coolman, Director of the Purchase Jazz Studies Program, conducts the group, and renowned trumpet player Jon Faddis will perform as a guest soloist.
Jazz is thriving at SUNY Purchase’s Conservatory of Music, where students and faculty collaborate on a wide range of projects. The school’s talented students are mentored by an accomplished professional faculty and take private lessons with some of the most renowned musicians based in New York City. The students also record on state-of-the-art equipment and perform in a variety of venues both on and off campus. n
Blue Note Drink Menu MARTINIS $14 Manhattan
HENNESSY SIDECAR
Redemption rye whiskey, Carpano Antico sweet vermouth
Hennessy Cognac with Grand Marnier and fresh lemon juice
Negroni
BLUE NOTE MARTINI
Bombay Saphire, Campari, Carpano Antico sweet vermouth
citrus vodka, blue curocao, lime juice
VESPER
“MANTECA” MARTINI
Tanqueray gin, Chopin Vodka, and Lillet with a lemon twist
Brinley Gold coconut rum, coconutcream & pineapple juice
FRENCH MARTINI
ITALIAN CHOCOLATE MARTINI
Grey Goose vodka, Chambord & pineapple juice
Meletti Chocolate Liquer Stolivanilla vodka
APPLE MARTINI
Ketel One & apple schnapps
COSMOPOLITAN
Citrus Vodka, Triple Sec, cranberry & lime juice
METROPOLITAN
Absolut Kurant with Triple Sec, cranberry & lime juice
MARGARITA MARTINI
Sauza Conmemorativo tequila, agave, fresh lime & splash orange juice
Mixed drinks $12 ELDERFLOWER FIZZ Beefeater, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon
RUBY RYE
Redemption rye whiskey, grapefruit juice, Chambord
caipirinha
Muddled limes, sugar and Beija Brazilian cachaca
BELLINI
BRANDY ALEXANDER
Prosecco & white peach puree
Brandy, crème de cacao & cream
PCPUNCH
CUBA LIBRE
Grey Goose pear vodka, Brinley coconut rum, pineapple juice
Blackwell rum, Coke & freshly muddled lime
MAI TAI
TOASTED ALMOND
Bacardi light rum, Meyers dark rum, almond liqueur, Triple Sec, Pineapple juice, splash sour mix
Amaretto, coffee liqueur & cream
BRAVE BULL
SPANISH COFFEE
Cuervo Gold, Kahlua & coffee
Tia Maria & coffee
SWISS COFFEE
Moca Almond
warm drinks $12 IRISH COFFEE
Jameson Irish whiskey & coffee
NUTTY IRISHMAN
Bailey’s Irish Cream, Frangelico & coffee
Peppermint Schnapps, crème de cacao & coffee
Meletti chocolate liquer amaretto, coffee
beer and teas IMPORTED - $9
BELGIAN-STYLE ALE - $15
Sapporo, Amstel Light, Corona, Heineken, Guinness, Stella Artois, Bass Ale
Brother Thelonious Abbey Ale (750 ml)
DOMESTIC - $8
Buckler
Brooklyn Lager, Budweiser, Bud Light
NON-ALCOHOLIC - $7
REPUBLIC OF TEA ICED TEAS - $7 Pomegranate Green Iced Tea Republic Darjeeling Black Iced Tea Ginger Peach Decaf Black Iced Tea
DESSERTS & PAIRINGS SEASONAL FRUIT & SORBET NEW YORK CHEESECAKE RED VELVET CAKE TIRAMISU CINNAMON APPLE STRUDEL WARM LEMON TARTE CHOCOLATE & VANILLA TARTUFO FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE ICE CREAM SORBET OF THE DAY
12 10 10 10 9 9 10 10 9 8
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Limoncello Meletti Tia Maria Baileys Grand Marnier Amaretto Lazzaroni Drambuie Frangelico Taylor Fladgate 20 year Kahlua Prosecco
11 12 11 12 11 12 11 15 11 11
DIGESTIFS SINGLE MALT SCOTCH
Glenlivet 12 year 12 Glenfiddich 12 year 12 15 Macallan 12 year Talisker 10 year 13 Glenmorangie 13 Oban 14 year 15 Dahlwinnie 15 year 16 Lagavulin 16 year 18 34 Mackillop’s 1989 Scapa Deanston 30 year 40 Scott’s 1967 Glenlivet 58
SCOTCH blends
Chivas 12 Dewars 12 J & B 12 Johnny Walker Red 12 13 Johnny Walker Black Johnny Walker Blue 38
LIQUEURs Amaretto Lazzaroni Aperol Baileys Irish Cream B&B Campari Chambord Cointreau Drambuie Dubbonet Fernet Branca Frangelico Grand Marnier Kahlua Lillet Limoncello Meletti Nocino Walnut Liqueur Pernod Poli Miele Honey Liqueur Sambuca Meletti Tia Maria
11 11 11 12 11 11 12 12 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 11 12
BRANDY & COGNAC
Courvoisier Hennessy VS Hennessy XO Remy Martin VSOP Remy Martin XO Martell VS Martell Cordon Bleu VSOP Paul Beau XO Poli Grappa Moscato
12 14 36 18 36 14 25 25 15
DESSERT WINES Sherry, Dry Sack Sherry, Harvey’s Bristol Cream Taylor Fladgate 20 year Cab Franc Icewine, Inniskillin
11 12 15 20/125
BOURBON / Rye Redemption Rye 12 Basil Hayden 14 Booker’s 14 Knob Creek 14 Woodford Reserve 15 Whistle Pig 17
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Beija Cachaca 12 Bacardi Silver 12 Bacardi Gold 12 Brinley Gold Coconut 12 Captain Morgan’s 12 Meyer’s 13 Mount Gay 13 El Dorado 15-year 15 Pyrat XO 15
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