Podcasts about birdland jazz club

We are proud to present a very special episode: an interview with David Spinozza and Ken Ascher. Both played on Mind Games as well as other John Lennon albums; Spinozza also contributed to Ram and Ringo the 4th. We had a fascinating conversation not only about their experiences working with Lennon, McCartney, and Starr, but their lives as top studio musicians, why they believe the Beatles' music is timeless, and much more. DAVID SPINOZZA will be performing live with his BEATLES BIG BAND PROJECT for a Sunday Brunch show at the CUTTING ROOM, NYC on Nov. 17 at 1pm. He will also have session player KENNY ASCHER in his band. https://thecuttingroomnyc.com/ Kenny also plays at the BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB, NYC every Friday 5:30-7pm as part of the BIRDLAND BIG BAND! https://www.birdlandjazz.com/ Find us: talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1  https://www.youtube.com/@talkmoretalksolobeatles https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast  

Jessica Fontana admits that her need to feel like she's in control impacts her journey in balancing her professional and personal life. Her passion for performing arts began with ballet, which eventually set the stage for her career in musical theater. While Jessica's mom highly supported her artistic endeavors, her father initially wasn't. She talks about her college experience at the University of Michigan and its role in shaping her career and changing her dad's mind. Married to fellow actor, Santino Fontana, she recalls how they met at Birdland Jazz Club, recounting how he left before they could get a drink together, only to friend her on Facebook later that night, slipping into her DMs. Jessica explained her shift from performing regularly to creating her album, "Every Day Special" – a transition that allowed her more control over her creative work and schedule, reflecting her desire for creative autonomy and finding joy and fun in whatever she does. Jessica Fontana is an actress, and the writer, host, co-creator, and co-executive producer of “Everyday Special”, an improvised satirical podcast. She has starred on Broadway in the title role of Rodgers and Hammerstein's “Cinderella”, “Baby It's You”, and “Pipe Dream” in New York City Center's Encores! Series. She's been seen in the hit web series “Submissions Only”, and has starred in the world premiere productions at regional theaters, including the Goodspeed Opera House, Paper Mill Playhouse, Signature Theater, and Carnegie Hall. Also a songwriter, she recently released her solo debut album, “Every Day Special”. Connect with Jessica: Website: www.jessica-fontana.com Instagram: @iamjessfontana Listen to “Every Day Special” Album Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support the podcast on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast YouTube: YouTube.com/TheTheatrePodcast Threads, Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast TikTok: @thetheatrepodcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com My personal Instagram: @alanseales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we sat down with the talented, dual-threat, trumpeter and comedian, Kellin Hanas, to talk about her unique and exciting musical trajectory. We discussed Kellin's start in music, how role-models affected the trajectory of her career, taking the chance on NYC, balancing both trumpet and comedy, how she defines her personal artistic style, how music and social media can benefit a unique career, and more! This episode was an inspiring conversation, and is a can't miss listen for someone looking to balance multiple passions while setting up a thriving career in the arts. Don't know much about Kellin? Let's catch you up: Hailed in the International Trumpet Guild Journal as “one of the best up and coming jazz musicians on the globe”, trumpeter, composer, and comedian Kellin Hanas of Wheaton, Illinois is a Jazz Trumpet BM student at the Manhattan School of Music in New York City, studying under legendary trumpeters Ingrid Jensen and Scott Wendholt. Currently, Hanas splits her time between being a full-time student, performing artist and educator in New York City, touring with celebrities such as Emmy® and Golden Globe® Award Winning Actor Darren Criss, 11x GRAMMY Award winning vocal group The Manhattan Transfer, and fashion designer and actor Isaac Mizrahi. She is the leader of her own band, the Kellin Hanas Quintet, which debuted for the first time in the Summer of 2022 in the upstairs of the iconic Birdland Jazz Club in NYC. Alongside her music, Hanas adds a unique touch of comedy into her shows, and has amassed millions of views for her original comedic content, stories and characters. She has worked with venues such as Carnegie Hall and Jazz at Lincoln Center, and has worked with jazz greats such as Sean Jones, Wycliffe Gordon, and Christian McBride. She also is a regular member of the Grace Fox Big Band, and was a featured soloist on the band's debut album "Eleven-O-Seven". Through social media, Hanas has amassed a following of over 200,000 followers. She hopes to use her platforms to inspire, connect with others and spread joy. For more insights and updates, be sure to follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kellin's Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Virtuosity Musical Instruments' Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠J. Landress Brass' Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also explore more about our businesses on our websites: Kellin's Website⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠J. Landress Brass' Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Virtuosity Musical Instruments' Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we are thrilled to have Shirazette Tinnin, a drummer whose accolades include being a Fulbright Scholar, educator, clinician, author, and health coach. Raised in North Carolina with gospel, R&B, and soul music as her early influences, Shirazette's musical journey is a testament to her diverse talents and deep-rooted passion for jazz and beyond.   We discuss her recent performance at the Birdland Jazz Club with icons like Dee Dee Bridgewater, Amina Scott, and Carmen Staaf, and delve into her perspectives on music, collaboration, and the quintet of musicians she admires most. Shirazette also shares her response to a question from bass player Endea Owens and opens up about the profound impact of losing our parents.   Shirazette Tinnin's story is one of inspiration, dedication, and the continuous pursuit of musical excellence. From her early days in North Carolina to performing and touring with some of the most respected names in jazz, she remains a vibrant force in the music world.   Listeners will gain insight into Shirazette's contributions to music and wellness, her role as a mentor and educator, and her ongoing projects that keep the spirit of jazz alive and kicking.   Listener Engagement:   Discover the songs picked by Shirazette and other guests on our #walktalklisten here.  Connect with Shirazette via Twitter, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram. Share your thoughts on this episode at innovationhub@cwsglobal.org. Your feedback is invaluable to us.   Follow Us:   Support the Walk Talk Listen podcast by liking and following us on Twitter and Instagram (@mauricebloem). Visit our website at 100mile.org for more episodes and information about our initiatives. Check out the special WTL series "Enough for All" featuring CWS, and as well as the work of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI).

On today’s episode, Matt Tamanini is in conversation with the star of both “Funny Girl” and “Harmony” on Broadway Julie Benko. Just one week after closing “Harmony,” Julie is back on the stage at Birdland Jazz Club on Monday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. with a special Mardi Gras concert read more The post Special Episode: Julie Benko on the ‘Euphonic Gumbo’ of New Orleans Music appeared first on BroadwayRadio.

On this episode, my guest is Daniel Glass, who is an award-winning drummer, author, historian and educator based in New York City. Highly regarded as an authority on classic American drumming and the evolution of American Popular Music, Daniel is best known for his time spent as a member of the retro swing group Royal Crown Revue. Daniel has recorded and performed all over the world with a diverse roster of top artists. Since 2011, he has been the house drummer every Monday night at New York's legendary Birdland Jazz Club. We talk about the concept of using deliberate practice in your learning process and also discuss how his online course “Finding Your Golden Groove” focuses on learning why motions are the best strategy for developing your groove. Follow Daniel at https://danielglass.com (Photo by Bob Campbell)

We slide now quite nicely into the first record of a two album set of popular New York City Jazz musicians taking their music around the U.S. In fact, according to the album back cover, they performed in front of 200 thousand fans during 37 concerts in 25 cities. This is one of those concerts. So get ready to hear the East-West Coast All Stars with music refined at a famed jazz club named after one of the best saxophonists that ever lived in Volume 151: Birdland Stars Tour 1. Promised link about Birdland Jazz Club.  Credits and copyrights The Birdland Stars – The Birdland Stars On Tour Vol. 1 Label: RCA Victor – LPM-1327 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono Released: 1956 Genre: Jazz Style: Hard Bop Alto Saxophone – Phil Woods Bass – John Simmons Drums – Kenny Clarke Piano – Hank Jones Tenor Saxophone – Al Cohn Trumpet – Conte Candoli, Kenny Dorham Recorded February 27, 1956, Webster Hall, New York A Bit Of The Blues Minorin' The Blues Phil 'Er Up Last Lap I do not own the rights to this music. ASCAP, BMI licenses provided by third-party platforms for music that is not under Public Domain.

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Polly Gibbons, Renowned Jazz Singer / Songwriter About Harvey's guest: Today's guest, Polly Gibbons, is an internationally renowned singer from England who's rich, powerful, soulful voice delivers a unique jazz fusion that incorporates her R & B, gospel, jazz, funk and blues influences.    She's been twice-nominated as "Best Jazz Vocalist" by the BBC and Jazz FM, and the London Sunday Times described her jazz vocals as “vintage R&B with shades of Aretha Franklin”.  With her raw, smouldering voice that's full of heat, she conquered the London jazz scene at the age of 17.    And since then, she's become a regular at the legendary jazz club, Ronnie Scott's in London.  She's performed at Royal Albert Hall, opening for George Benson and Gladys Knight, and in 2018 she had a residency at New York's legendary Birdland Jazz Club.  She's performed on tour across the USA, Europe and Asia, from Java Jazz in Indonesia to the Montreal Jazz Festival and the Pittsburgh Jazz Festival.    In 2014, renowned producer George Klabin signed her to his record label, Resonance Records in Los Angeles, where she's recorded 3 highly acclaimed albums: “Many Faces of Love”, “Is it Me?”, and “All I Can Do”.  On June 30, she'll be releasing her 9th studio album entitled, “As It Is”, containing 10 original songs composed by our guest, who not only produced the album – she accompanied herself at the piano, supported by a great team of musicians.  The songs on the album feature heartfelt stories of personal struggle and resilience, with magnificent vocals, always characterized by this brilliant singer's wit and grace.   In describing this woman's voice, we need go no further than Peter Quinn of Jazzwise Magazine, who proclaimed her “a truly exceptional, once-in-a-generation talent, possessing a voice of such sizzling intensity and raw emotion, that you could fry an egg on it.” For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To see more about Polly Gibbons, go to:https://www.pollygibbons.com/ https://www.facebook.com/pollygmusic/https://twitter.com/PollyGMusichttps://www.instagram.com/PollyGMusic/https://www.youtube.com/@PollyGmusichttps://open.spotify.com/artist/5HHILDuntfU7shOCmCECyF?si=B5GiF9l8TvKUWuLe7ngokA&nd=1https://soundcloud.com/pollygibbonsofficial #PollyGibbons  #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Becky and I spoke with the music-eclectic Gene Pritsker at Gebhard's Beer Culture Bar a couple of days after his Sound Liberation Band deconstructed Beethoven at Birdland Jazz Club. It was a musical brainstorm called – “Ludwig's Night out” – Beethoven is on a bar crawl while Sonata No. 4 (for violin & piano) is echoing in his brain. Several of the pieces created by Pritsker and Composer Concordance regulars are included in this edit.A bit on Gene Pritsker: He is primarily a composer – also --a rapper – DJ – guitarist –a coordinator of music concerts – teacher – and at one time an actor. As of 2023 he had created over 900 compositions – including, chamber operas – orchestral and chamber works – electro-acoustic music – songs for hip hop and rock ensembles – with accents from many cultures - performed world wide. Gene is the co-director of Composers Concordance with Dan Cooper. We last spoke with the musician at the bar for BCR #38 -- April 2019. It was great catching up with Gene who has been quite busy during the pandemic; for instance, he recorded the sound track for the new "Matrix Resurrections" at Abbey Road Studios and produced a record while in Berlin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Tawanda, Award-Winning Jazz Vocalist About Harvey's guest: Today's special guest, Tawanda Suessbrich-Joaquim, is an award-winning jazz vocalist who's recently been taking the world by storm.   Her rich, instantly recognizable voice evokes the unique cultural fusion of her exotic heritage, with a Mom from Germany and a father from Mozambique and being raised in New Mexico near the Texas border.  Her musical roots derived from world music - broad and diverse.  And those roots have propelled her to delve deep into the essence of jazz, while at the same time giving her songs a fresh and multi-genre delivery.   Her powerful and breathtaking voice led her to win the prestigious 2021 Sarah Vaughan Vocal Jazz competition.   Last month she made her New York debut at the historic Birdland Jazz Club.  And music critics were unanimous in praising her brilliant song choices, her unique sparkling delivery, her emotional directness, and most of all, that luminous, stunning voice.    She's released her critically acclaimed debut album, entitled “Smile”, containing 12 beautifully produced songs that convey her message of joy, yearning, hope, dreams and healing. For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ https://www.tawandamusic.com/https://www.facebook.com/tawandamusic/https://www.instagram.com/hakunatawanda/ # Tawanda   #Smile   #harveybrownstoneinterviews

This episode is special. I mean… really special. Ari Axelrod is an artist and I've seen him in action, growing throughout the years. The episode is sort of broken down into three parts. What crafts a great cabaret? Our views on the multi-hyphenate. And Jewish identities in showbusiness, which is a huge topic of conversation right now.  When it comes to cabaret, according to Axelrod, cabaret should be perfectly imperfect. It is the art of being yourself on purpose. So what are the pitfalls an artist creating a concert or cabaret can run into? What is the purpose for which you're doing one? How can you best prepare? And what does it really mean when you choose not to memorize your lyrics…   “I want to hear the lyrics as you. I don't want to hear it as the song because I'll tune out. It's the difference between being a tour guide and a travel agent. A tour guide says, “Let me show you all of the things. Let me facilitate your journey. The travel agent says, ‘Where do you want to go? I will help you go to wherever you need to go.'” When it comes to the multi-hyphenate, it's simple to Ari. “It reminds me of what you said before. Straight, cis, white men – they have the keys to the door,” says Axelrod. “People who come from marginalized communities, and whatever marginalization that is, they have to find other ways into the building. And sometimes it means having multiple ways in because the front door is locked for them. So we have to climb through the window, or go through the chimney, or building another building. It's exactly what you're saying, that's what being a multi-hyphenate is. It's telling our stories in all of the ways, flexing all of our artistic muscles and integrity, to be able to reflect the full capacity of our world.” And the most important topic of this episode – what it means and feels like to be Jewish today. And how does that relate to our work in the industry? Anti-semitism, unfortunately, is rearing its ugly head once again. So, how do respond to it? And more importantly – how do we stop it? “Anti-semitism looks different on the left than on the right. It looks different here. Everywhere. I think the thing that people don't understand – the main problem, specifically, within our industry is that there is a lack of education in terms of what a Jew looks like. What a Jew is.” Ari is an actor, director, singer, and Jewish activist. He recently received the 2022 Bistro Award for Theatrical Performance in Song for his show, "Ari's Arias." His award-winning show, "A Place For Us: A Celebration of Jewish Broadway," began with a sold-out run at the historic Birdland Jazz Club, featuring six-time Emmy & Tony nominee Tovah Feldshuh, and has since grown to international acclaim performing to sold-out audiences around the world. In 2020, he received a MAC Award nomination for Best Male Vocalist and won the BroadwayWorld Award for Best Live Zoom Performance. Ari Axelrod's first solo show, "Taking the Wheel," directed by Tony Award winner Faith Prince, and music directed by multiple MAC Award winner Alex Rybeck, has been performed in numerous cities around the country. Ari's work as a director has been seen at the Tony Award-winning Paper Mill Playhouse, Birdland Jazz Club, 54 Below, and The Green Room 42. Ari is a recipient of The Jewish Week's prestigious 36 Under 36 Award, which "honors 36 noteworthy Jewish leaders, all 36 years old or younger, who make New York — and its many Jewish communities — better. These entrepreneurs, young leaders, and changemakers bring remarkable energy and new ideas to religion, philanthropy, the arts, Jewish learning, campus life, social action, inclusion, and justice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Italians have been a force in jazz almost since the music was born, and this week's guest is no exception! Vanessa Racci has dedicated her career to being an ambassador not only for her Italian heritage but also for the heritage of jazz music. Vanessa grew up in Westchester County, New York amid an Italian American family that steeped her in Italian song, theater music, and jazz, which allowed her to develop a vocal style drawn from all three, combining a tart, brassy, catch-in-the-throat sound with Italianate ardor, dramatic flair, and swing. This week, Vanessa joins us to celebrate the release of her latest album, “Jazzy Italian,” which launches on October 21. Vanessa tells us about how Italian Americans have always been connected to jazz music, from the Sicilian community of New Orleans who lived and worked alongside African Americans, to its influences throughout the pantheon of great Italian American singers. Vanessa also tells us about her plans to do three more albums, following the example of Harry Warren, John Pizzarelli, and Henry Mancini, all of whom were Italian Americans who made their mark on the music industry. And Vanessa talks about her upcoming album launch party on Sunday, October 23, at Birdland Jazz Club, and how it's not just a celebration of her music, but of all Italian American music in general. Join us as we discover the world of Italian American jazz music!

Today's guest is Colm Gavin! Here's a glimpse of his bio:  A Dublin based Irish singer/songwriter currently signed to BEO Records home to The First Lady of Celtic Music Moya Brennan. Colm's first two solo releases (Your Endless Slumber/A Voice For The Urban Darlings) both reached number 1 in the Irish Charts at the time of their release. Singles from his debut album have reached the top ten in notable Indie charts in Norway, Australia, USA, Canada & Japan. He has made notable inroads in the American market with his music currently being playlisted on over 50 stations across the US & Canada. Gavin's most recent release “The 1992 Tapes” EP reached #1 in the Irish Singer/Songwriter Charts, #4 in the Pop Charts, #56 in the Billboard 100 in the United States & #81 in the Italian Pop Charts Gavin recently gave his inaugural New York City performance in the legendary Birdland Jazz Club on 44th Street. In this episode, we talk about all kinds of things such as: getting signed, what keeps his creativity going in a saturated industry, the beauty of the journey, and more! Let's dive in! Patreon Follow Colm: IG || YouTube || Spotify || Facebook || Management Instagram:  @drealopz / @thejourneyofpursuit Work With Me: hello@drealopez.com  Show Notes / Take Aways: www.drealopez.com/journal/ep60 Website: www.drealopez.com Interested in Working With Me

My guest is Grammy Nominated mixer, engineer, and producer Joe Carrell who has worked with Walt Disney, Chase Goehring, Jane Monheit, Birdland Jazz Club, Linda Lavin, and George Jones. Joe has had 11 Grammy Nominations and mixed/recorded 33 number ones in multiple genres.  In this episode, we discuss: Branson, Missouri Treasure Ilse Studios Southern Illinois Early Music Lessons Cheap Trick  School Band Pursuing Studio Drumming Jeff Porcaro Recording Drums The Other Side of The Glass Owen & Bobby Bradly Being Allowed to Fail In The Hot Seat Leaving the Nest Moving to Nashville Family of Four Being on the Cusp of Change Wayne Hahn Relationships Never Discuss Questionable Things Being Professional & Neutral Keeping Your Mouth Shut Being Team Player Being The Bright Spot Attention to Detail Helping People Have a Good Time Financial Strategy Saying No To Work Matt's Rant: One Mic Recording Links and Show Notes OneMic Series Joe's Site Download 15 Tips to Help you Survive as an Audio Pro Credits Guest: Joe Carrell Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau  WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell  Announcer: Chuck Smith

BARBARA FASANO TRIO July 30, 2022 Gordon Hall, Music Mountain Featuring Eric Comstock, piano/voice With Boots Maleson, Bass “In the Still of the Night” Award-winning pop/jazz vocalist Barbara Fasano returns to Music Mountain with her signature mashup of pop and jazz standards that unite the generations. A Resident Artist at New York's legendary Birdland Jazz Club, she's been praised as “exhilarating … a lyrically sensitive interpreter” by The New York Times. Her latest CD BUSY BEING FREE was called “intelligent, lush and sexy” by Huffington Post. Drawing from eclectic influences – Sinatra and Peggy Lee to singer/songwriters like Joni Mitchell to Cole Porter classics -- Barbara is a spellbinding storyteller in song, reinventing the music and placing it squarely in our time. Her performances have taken her from Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center to London's Pizza Express, and nightclubs and music festivals across the country. Joining Barbara is her frequent collaborator, acclaimed pianist/singer Eric Comstock. Together these married musical partners make the American Songbook come alive, and audiences feel they've been to a terrific party where the songs and the stories are equally great. Rounding out the trio is eminent bassist Boots Maleson. Join Barbara's trio at Gordon Hall for a soulful, swinging summer soirée!     

Host Susan Brink talks with Richard Conde,  a NYC based photographer.. He currently serves as Senior Staff Photographer for the National Jazz Museum in Harlem, and is the official photographer for the Newport, Exit 0, and Jazz Mobile jazz festivals, as well as New York's famed Birdland Jazz Club.  Conde's much in-demand work which has been praised as "making the invisible visible" has appeared in numerous publications, including the New York Times, NPR Radio, Down Beat, Jazz Times and National Geographic magazines. National Geographic recently added his work to their permanent stock collection. He has also shot many album covers, the latest for Verve Records. His camera of choice is the Nikon D5. He is currently represented by H.P Garcia gallery in New York City. www.richardcondephotos.comSusan's second guest, Jazz Journalist Association President Howard Mandel,  discusses “Seeing Jazz: JJA Photographers Master Classes,” a new monthly series, which goes live at 1 pm ET on Saturday, June 25,as Award-winning Argentine-born/New York-based Adriana Mateo discusses her work with Hrayr Attarian, chair of the JJA's Photo of the Year committee, in an interactive Zoom session.Registration is free for JJA members, $10 to the public.

If you're a drummer or regularly work with drums, you're really going to like my guest on the podcast this week since it's filled with things you probably never knew about the instrument. It's Daniel Glass, who's an award-winning drummer, author, historian and educator based in New York City. He previously appeared on Episode 305. Daniel is widely recognized as an authority on classic American drumming and the evolution of American Popular Music. He's recorded and performed all over the world with a diverse roster of top artists, including Brian Setzer, Bette Midler, Liza Minnelli, Jose Feliciano, the Budapest Jazz Orchestra, and even KISS front man Gene Simmons. Since 2011, he has been the house drummer every Monday night at New York's legendary Birdland Jazz Club. As an educator, Daniel has published five books and three DVDs, created a curriculum that's used by hundreds of music educators in schools across the U.S. and Canada, and is a regular contributor to publications like Modern Drummer, DRUM and Classic Drummer.  During the interview we talked about what caused the drum kit to evolve from marching band, how one of the original duties for a drummer was to provide sound effects, how the high hat got its name, programs for home school students, what it's like to put out a record in today's business climate, and much more. Find out more about his latest album BAM here. I spoke with Daniel from his home in Manhattan. On the intro I'll take a look at Sony Music's latest expanded unrecoupment program, Gibson winning its trademark infringement case against Dean Guitars.

Daniel Glass … …. is an award-winning drummer, author, historian and educator based in New York City. He is widely recognized as an authority on classic American drumming and the evolution of American Popular Music. A member of the pioneering swing group Royal Crown Revue since 1994, Daniel has recorded and performed all over the world with a diverse roster of top artists, including Brian Setzer, Bette Midler, Liza Minnelli, Jose Feliciano, Michelle Shocked, Mike Ness, Freddie Cole, Air Supply's Graham Russell, Marilyn Maye, the Hot Sardines, the Budapest Jazz Orchestra, Luann De Lesseps from the Real Housewives of New York, and KISS front man Gene Simmons. For two years running, Daniel was voted one of the top five R&B drummers in the world by readers of Modern Drummer and DRUM magazine. Since 2011, he has been the house drummer every Monday night at New York's legendary Birdland Jazz Club.

Quintessential Danny Devito! Chekhov has entered the chat! Trying to turn knobs...and it didn't go well! Stoking the conversational flame, trumpeter John Lake organically assumes the role of storyteller with a wealth of interesting facts. In this episode, we chat about John's fondness for Russian literature, how he found his crew that resulted in the New Alchemy Jazz Orchestra, and a mobile festival gig where the sound quality was at the mercy of a Roman-era power outlet.  FEATURED RELEASE: John Lake “Seven Angels” (2020)  Getting to Know: John! John Lake is a trumpet player and composer living in New York City, maintaining a busy performance schedule as a jazz soloist and in-demand lead trumpet player and recording artist. John composes and arranges original music for his own acoustic jazz septet, The John Lake Ensemble, and is a co-leader of the New Alchemy Jazz Orchestra, which has featured such artists as Peter Bernstein, Dick Oatts, and Terrell Stafford, and has performed at Birdland Jazz Club in New York City. John's compositions and arrangements have been performed at colleges across the US.  Watch the interview on our YouTube channel here!

Peter Filichia, James Marino, and Michael Portantiere talk with Debbie Gravitte about her upcoming shows “Debbie Plus One” at Birdland Jazz Club. Reviews include Plaza Suite, Paradise Square, 54 Sings Broadway’s Greatest Hits!, Oratorio For Living Things, Coal Country, and Stokes @ Town Hall. This Week on Broadway has been read more The post This Week on Broadway for April 3, 2022: Debbie Gravitte appeared first on BroadwayRadio.

Matt Wigler is an entrepreneur, musical artist, and public speaker in Miami, Florida. He is the Founder & CEO of MHW Live Music and Wigler Group. Matt has an active career as a jazz & blues artist and performs with his trio at venues and festivals worldwide. He also speaks on entrepreneurship, business-to-business sales, and building strong company culture in a remote work environment.Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Matt began his music career at the young age of 13, releasing his first studio album. In 2009, Matt's second album, “Epiphany,” was nominated for Best Jazz CD by the Washington DC Area Music Association. Matt has performed at major venues as a musical artist, including The Kennedy Center, Strathmore Music Center, Adrienne Arsht Center, Detroit Music Hall, Blues Alley, Birdland Jazz Club, and the Monterey Blues Festival, and Motor City Blues & Boogie Woogie Festival. Matt attended one year of college at Manhattan School of Music in New York City before transferring to the University of Miami Frost School of Music, where he completed his BA. Matt received his MBA from the University of Miami Herbert Business School. In 2016, Matt founded MHW Live Music, which provides entertainment for dozens of luxury hotel food & beverage outlets around the United States.In 2020, Matt founded Wigler Group, which provides business-to-business sales consulting, prospecting, and appointment setting services for many clients, including software companies, advertising agencies, universities, and more.Support the show (https://paypal.me/pencilleadership)

Fame can be a pleasant surprise When Freda Payne recorded “Band of Gold” for Invictus Records in 1969, she didn't think much of it — until it catapulted her to the top of the charts in 1970. Even today, it's still considered one of the top 100 songs of the 70s. But Freda Payne's roots are in jazz — she recorded her very first album for Impulse! Records (known for recording jazz legends such as John Coltrane and Duke Ellington) and ever since 2014, she's returned to those roots with her recordings. Her latest album Let There Be Love features jazz masters of today like Kurt Elling and Dee Dee Bridgewater, along with long-time legend Johnny Mathis and R&B, soul, and jazz star Kenny Lattimore. Arrangements for Let There Be Love were crafted by Grammy Award-winning composer and bandleader Gordon Goodwin, with some suggestions from Freda Payne. When Gordon presented his original arrangement of the title track, Freda said, “This one's going to be a duet with Kenny Lattimore, a real R&B star. I want it to be FUNKY, put some spice in it.” Gordon re-arranged the tune once more — the way you hear it on the album now. Freda also contributed the idea of piecing together “Moanin” by Bobby Timmons and John Hendricks with “Doodlin” by Horace Silver. The clever interplay comes to life in a duet with jazz vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater. Freda doesn't shy away from scatting either — “It's All Right With Me” features Freda trading melodies with the big band, and “Our Love is Here to Stay” showcases a stunning scat battle between Kurt Elling and Freda. Listen to the full Bite-Size Jazz interview to hear Freda's stories about coming up on the jazz scene in New York in her early 20s, traveling the world, and the healthy habits that have kept her voice powerful even into her late 70s. Birdland Jazz Club will present Freda Payne in her album release concert “Let There Be Love” for one show only on Monday, November 22 at 7:00 PM ET. For reservations, please call (212) 581-3080 or visit www.BirdlandJazz.com. Resources Learn more about Freda Payne on her website, You can find Stairway to the Stars anywhere you stream music. It's also available for purchase from Amazon Music. Never miss out on an episode by signing up for the Bite-Size Jazz newsletter! You can be the first to know about new interviews by having them sent directly to your inbox along with exclusive content about upcoming episodes. You'll also find a link to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. We'd love to connect with you!

For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here: https://youtu.be/fhidKvftVpI Ron Aprea grew up in Astoria, NY and clearly remembers seeing Pete Fountain playing the clarinet on television. Inspired to play, Ron went to his elementary school band director, Mr. Cahill, and asked to play what he thought was Pete's instrument, a saxophone. So that's what the school gave him. That little mistake has given the world of Jazz an artist that contributes to the genre with exceptional skill to this day. Continuing to play throughout his school years, Ron finally got his own alto saxophone at age 16 and started taking lessons in a studio across the street from Radio City Music Hall. It was also during this time that Ron would frequent the famed Birdland Jazz Club on Broadway. He spent a lot of time soaking up inspiration from all of the Big Band and Jazz legends that played the club – such as Count Basie and Blakey's Jazz Messengers. Both would prove to be major influences in Ron's career. It was at Birdland that Ron met Frank Foster, who played with and arranged for Count Basie; the two became lifelong friends. One of many prized items in Ron's memorabilia is a collection of original arrangements that Frank had written for Basie's band and then gave Ron copies for his band. Ron has spent years perfecting his musical prowess. He's played with legends like Woody Herman, Tito Puente, Billy May, Skitch Henderson and Lionel Hampton. While playing with Hamp, he had the opportunity to do a recorded performance at the Smithsonian Institute, where Ron's solos were taped and placed into their Archives. As part of an All-Star band, Ron played at a 2001 Charlie Parker Birthday Tribute in Harlem. He has also been featured during performances at the Paramount Theatre and the world famous Apollo Theatre. 

Our special guest today is Scotty Barnhart Director | The Count Basie Orchestra The NEW album is: "The Count Basie Orchestra Directed by Scotty Barnhart LIVE AT BIRDLAND" The Count Basie Orchestra "Live At Birdland” on Candid Records is set for release next month - - - September 17 - - - and is now available for PRE-ORDER! In January of 2020, The Count Basie Orchestra, Directed by Scotty Barnhart, recorded over four nights at the famed Birdland Jazz Club in New York City. August 21 was Count Basie's birthday AND WE can't think of a better way to honor him than to play his music for you and for YOU to pick up the new album, available September 17 on Candid Records and available for pre-order now by going to: amazon.com/Live-Birdland-Count-Basie-Orchestra The last “Live At Birdland” recording was released exactly 60 years ago in 1961. The orchestra was on fire and swingin' as always and it's all captured LIVE! We are thrilled for you all to hear this fabulously swingin' 2CD set that features everyone in the orchestra at least once and also The outstanding and stellar vocalists Carmen Bradford and Jamie Davis. The other special guest is drummer Butch Miles. Again, The Count Basie Orchestra Live at Birdland' is out Sept. 17 on Candid Records Pre-order now on Amazon! scotty@thecountbasieorchestra.com http://www.scottybarnhart.com Facebook: The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra Instagram: @CountBasieOfficial Twitter: @CountBasieOrch

This is the first of two episodes featuring leaders still in the early phases of their trajectories. Entrepreneurs who founded their businesses fairly young, in underserved niches, and who are only a few years into their journey. Matt Wigler is a jazz musician who saw an opportunity in a specific entertainment market and launched a successful business. When that market was hit by the pandemic, he turned the sales experience he gained running his first business into a sales consulting business, and now he is the founder and CEO of two thriving companies.    In this insightful conversation, he talks about how he spotted the opportunities, and the philosophy he followed in building his businesses. He offered some interesting parallels between the process of making music in a band and building and running a team. And he shared plenty of insight on how to build a bootstrapped business without any outside financing. Finally, as a jazz musician, he talked about one of his favorite recordings and what he learned from it.   BIOGRAPHY   Matt Wigler is an entrepreneur, musical artist, and public speaker based in Miami, Florida. He is Founder & CEO of MHW Live Music and Wigler Group. Matt has an active career as a jazz & blues artist, and performs with his trio at venues and festivals around the world. He also speaks on topics including entrepreneurship, business-to-business sales, and building strong company culture in a remote work environment. Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Matt began his music career at the young age of 13, with the release of his first studio album. In 2009, Matt's second album, “Epiphony”, was nominated for Best Jazz CD by the Washington DC Area Music Association. As a musical artist Matt has performed at major venues including The Kennedy Center, Strathmore Music Center, Adrienne Arsht Center, Detroit Music Hall, Blues Alley, Birdland Jazz Club, Monterey Blues Festival, and Motor City Blues & Boogie Woogie Festival. Matt attended one year of college at Manhattan School of Music in New York City before transferring to University of Miami Frost School of Music, where he completed his BA. Matt received his MBA from University of Miami Herbert Business School. In 2016, Matt founded MHW Live Music, which provides entertainment for dozens of luxury hotel food & beverage outlets around the United States. In 2020, Matt founded Wigler Group, which provides business-to-business sales consulting, prospecting, and appointment setting services for media, advertising, and PR agencies.    LINKS http://www.linkedin.com/in/mattwigler (linkedin.com/in/mattwigler) http://www.mattwigler.com/ (mattwigler.com) http://www.wiglergroup.com/ (www.wiglergroup.com) http://www.mhwlivemusic.com/ (www.mhwlivemusic.com) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here:   https://youtu.be/IilI3qdLCXg  Grammy® nominated Nicole Zuraitis is a New York-based vocalist, pianist, and songwriter who took home the Gold Medal and Ben Tucker Jazz Award in the 2021 American Traditions Competition. The musical chameleon brings her signature warmth and outstanding vocals to various genres and styles, as demonstrated on her newest multi-hyphenate album, All Wandering Hearts (DotTime Records).  In 2019, Nicole's career blossomed when she and her husband, renowned drummer and bandleader Dan Pugach, were dually nominated for a Grammy® for their arrangement of Dolly Parton's "Jolene."  Nicole graces the stages at both the iconic Birdland Jazz Club and Greenwich Village's 55 Bar monthly.  Nicole's critically acclaimed 2018 release, Hive Mind (Dot Time Records), earned the title of 'Best Jazz Album' in the 2018 International Music and Entertainment Awards. Zuraitis has assembled an all-star female ensemble to record her project Generations of Her - Women Songwriters and Lyricists of the Last 100 Years while working diligently on her sixth album as a leader.  Nicole has collaborated with such luminaries as Cyrille Aimee, Thana Alexa, Dave Stryker, Livingston Taylor, Tom Chapin, Omar Hakim, Melanie Safka, Helen Sung, and Bernard Purdie. She is a proud educator and teaches jazz and songwriting worldwide, with highlights including Berklee College of Music, NYU, SAM in India, The Australian Embassy, and the Lithuanian Consulate. Nicole is currently pursuing her Masters of Business Administration from LSUS and loves to rescue and rehabilitate pit bulls with her husband, Dan. For more information, visit www.nicolezmusic.com or tag @nicolezmusic.

At age 26, Veronica Swift has become one of the world's most sought-after jazz talents. At age nine, she recorded her first album, and began professionally touring with her parents, as well as The Young Razzcals Jazz Project. At age 11, after recording her second album, she headlined her first show at Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Just before graduating from the University of Miami, Veronica was awarded second place at the Thelonious Monk 2015 Jazz Vocal Competition, landing her a showcase at the esteemed Birdland Jazz Club in New York City, where she maintained a weekly residency while touring internationally with famous trumpeter, Chris Botti. Over the past few years, Veronica signed a record deal with Mack Avenue Recordings, and released her 2019 album entitled, “Confessions” with them. She has also toured and performed on numerous occasions with Michael Feinstein, Benny Green, Wynton Marsalis, and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, appearing at many of the world's legendary jazz festivals and clubs. Veronica and I go way back, all the way back to 6th grade at Henley Middle School. A simpler time, and a more awkward time to be sure, but it looks like we've both turned out okay. We cover a lot of ground in this conversation, discussing what it means to be a storyteller, to be an artist, the comparisons between jazz and operatic lifestyles, international tours, going to school in Miami, and much more. We went out to dinner the day after this interview, and she casually clued me in that the week prior, she went out to dinner with Sting while she was in New York. I'm obviously a much more exciting dinner date than Sting, but save some fame for the rest of us, would ya? Please welcome Veronica Swift.

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Telly Leung (tellyleung.com)(IG:@tellyleung)(TW:@tellyleung) (Tickets to Telly's Latest directing project Godspell U-M Dept. Production ) was born and raised in New York City. He grew up in a traditional Chinese home in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. He is a proud alumni of New York's prestigious math & science specialized high school, Stuyvesant High School. After Stuyvesant, Telly was admitted to Carnegie Mellon University's School of Drama (CMU), where he received most of his formal training in acting, singing, and dance. It was also at CMU that Telly met fellow CMU-alum and KINKY BOOTS Tony-Award Winner, Billy Porter, who returned to his alma mater to direct the main stage production of Sondheim's COMPANY. After casting Telly as Bobby in "Company", Porter made a phone call to his colleagues who were involved in the upcoming Broadway revival of FLOWER DRUM SONG and landed Telly an audition. In the fall of 2002, Telly made his Broadway debut in the revival of 'Flower Drum Song", starring Lea Salonga, as a member of the ensemble and an understudy for Wang Ta. After playing Bobby in Sondheim's COMPANY in college, Telly would later get the opportunity to work with the legendary Stephen Sondheim in Roundabout's Broadway revival of PACIFIC OVERTURES in 2005. After PACIFIC OVERTURES, Telly originated the role of Boq in the Chicago company of WICKED, collaborating with fellow CMU-alum, Stephen Schwartz. Other Broadway credits include the final company of RENT - where he also got to make his film debut in Radical Media / Sony's RENT: FILMED LIVE ON BROADWAY, which is available on DVD and Blue Ray. After RENT ended its Broadway run, Telly went on an international tour with original RENT stars Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp in RENT: THE BROADWAY TOUR. He would later reprise the role of Angel in RENT at the Hollywood Bowl, directed by Neil Patrick Harris and starring Vanessa Hudgens, Aaron Tveit, Skylar Astin, & Wayne Brady. In 2011, Telly would get another opportunity to collaborate with composer Stephen Schwartz in the Broadway revival of GODSPELL at the Circle in the Square Theater. Telly was involved in the development of Broadway's ALLEGIANCE, creating the role of "Sammy" alongside Lea Salonga (MISS SAIGON) and George Takei (STAR TREK). ALLEGIANCE is the story of one Japanese-American family's struggles and triumphs during the Japanese Internment of World War II. The musical made its sold-out world premiere at the Old Globe Theater in San Diego in 2012 and premiered on Broadway in the Fall of 2015. He received critical aceeclaim for his "star turn" (NBC-NY) as Sammy, performed with "breakout power" (Newsday), with Rex Reed of the NY Observer praising his portrayal of Sammy as "beautifully played and powerfully sung by handsome and awesomely talented Telly Leung." In 2016, Telly starred opposite Justin Guarini (American Idol) in IN TRANSIT, Broadway's first a cappella musical with music by Oscar-winner Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Russell Kaplan, Sara Wordsworth and James-Allen Ford, with direction and choreography by Tony-Award Winner Kathleen Marshall. In June 2017, Telly Leung began his star turn as the title character in Disney’s ALADDIN on Broadway. He would continue to play the role for two years, and his caricature would eventually earn a coveted spot on the wall’s of New York’s historic Sardi’s restaurant. Telly has performed live all over the world. Notable venues include Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, the Hollywood Bowl, the Baltimore Symphony, the St. Louis MUNY, The Shakespeare Theater (DC), Pittsburgh CLO, Paper Mill Playhouse, Dallas Theater Center, Philadelphia Theater Company, Sacramento Music Circus, the Old Globe, Fords Theater, North Carolina Theater, Four Seasons Theater, North Shore Music Theater, The Coterie in Los Angeles, The Magic Castle, NYC's Feinstein's / 54 Below, Birdland Jazz Club, and London's Hippodrome. Telly has appeared on television in GLEE (as Wes of the Dalton Academy Warblers), INSTINCT (CBS), ODD MOM OUT (Bravo), DEADBEAT (on Hulu), LAW AND ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT and played Kevin in the pilot of ABC's performing arts drama, LIMELIGHT. He was also heavily featured in the PBS documentary BROADWAY OR BUST as a teacher and performance coach for the Jimmy Awards.  Telly is featured on the recordings of IN TRANSIT, ALLEGIANCE, GODSPELL, PACIFIC OVERTURES, FLOWER DRUMS SONG, DEAR EDWINA, THE BERNSTEIN MASS, SWEET BYE AND BYE and the mini-album of ALLEGIANCE. In 2012, Telly released his first solo album entitled {i'll cover you} on the Yellow Sound Label in 2012, and his follow-up album, "Songs for You" was released in 2016. All recordings are available on iTunes, Amazon, and Spotify. In 2013, Telly started TELLY LEUNG PRODUCTIONS and began his career as a producer. His producing credits include GRIND (a musical short film, starring Anthony Rapp) and BROADWAY @ LEARNING (a concert starring Broadway stars Adam Pascal, Eden Espinosa, and Marcus Paul James). In 2020, Telly started producing and co-hosting EMPATHY, a series of concerts and conversations with corporate learning leader and long-time collaborator Elliott Masie. He served as star and executive producer of THE NICE LIST, an original family-friendly holiday musical for “virtually” everyone that was completely created during the global pandemic with music by Gary Adler and Book / Lyrics by Phoebe Kreutz, directed by Alan Muraoka.Telly passionately believes in "paying it forward" and giving back to the next generation of theater artists and performers. Besides being heavily featured as a performance coach for the Jimmy awards on PBS' BROADWAY OR BUST, he can also be frequently seen teaching as a guest instructor in master classes all over the country. In 2013, he was selected as the Tam & Young Arts Chair at Iolani High School in Honolulu and spent a week teaching and performing alongside the students and faculty. He continues to teach young performers as part of a team of coaches at MTCA (Music Theater College Auditions) that helps high school students gain admission into the competitive university training programs. He also gives online coaching to aspiring performers via Stagelighter.com. In 2013, Telly joined the faculty at NYU's NEW STUDIO ON BROADWAY as an adjunct professor.  

Telly Leung (tellyleung.com)(IG:@tellyleung)(TW:@tellyleung) (Tickets to Telly's Latest directing project Godspell U-M Dept. Production ) was born and raised in New York City. He grew up in a traditional Chinese home in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. He is a proud alumni of New York's prestigious math & science specialized high school, Stuyvesant High School. After Stuyvesant, Telly was admitted to Carnegie Mellon University's School of Drama (CMU), where he received most of his formal training in acting, singing, and dance. It was also at CMU that Telly met fellow CMU-alum and KINKY BOOTS Tony-Award Winner, Billy Porter, who returned to his alma mater to direct the main stage production of Sondheim's COMPANY. After casting Telly as Bobby in "Company", Porter made a phone call to his colleagues who were involved in the upcoming Broadway revival of FLOWER DRUM SONG and landed Telly an audition. In the fall of 2002, Telly made his Broadway debut in the revival of 'Flower Drum Song", starring Lea Salonga, as a member of the ensemble and an understudy for Wang Ta. After playing Bobby in Sondheim's COMPANY in college, Telly would later get the opportunity to work with the legendary Stephen Sondheim in Roundabout's Broadway revival of PACIFIC OVERTURES in 2005. After PACIFIC OVERTURES, Telly originated the role of Boq in the Chicago company of WICKED, collaborating with fellow CMU-alum, Stephen Schwartz. Other Broadway credits include the final company of RENT - where he also got to make his film debut in Radical Media / Sony's RENT: FILMED LIVE ON BROADWAY, which is available on DVD and Blue Ray. After RENT ended its Broadway run, Telly went on an international tour with original RENT stars Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp in RENT: THE BROADWAY TOUR. He would later reprise the role of Angel in RENT at the Hollywood Bowl, directed by Neil Patrick Harris and starring Vanessa Hudgens, Aaron Tveit, Skylar Astin, & Wayne Brady. In 2011, Telly would get another opportunity to collaborate with composer Stephen Schwartz in the Broadway revival of GODSPELL at the Circle in the Square Theater. Telly was involved in the development of Broadway's ALLEGIANCE, creating the role of "Sammy" alongside Lea Salonga (MISS SAIGON) and George Takei (STAR TREK). ALLEGIANCE is the story of one Japanese-American family's struggles and triumphs during the Japanese Internment of World War II. The musical made its sold-out world premiere at the Old Globe Theater in San Diego in 2012 and premiered on Broadway in the Fall of 2015. He received critical aceeclaim for his "star turn" (NBC-NY) as Sammy, performed with "breakout power" (Newsday), with Rex Reed of the NY Observer praising his portrayal of Sammy as "beautifully played and powerfully sung by handsome and awesomely talented Telly Leung." In 2016, Telly starred opposite Justin Guarini (American Idol) in IN TRANSIT, Broadway's first a cappella musical with music by Oscar-winner Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Russell Kaplan, Sara Wordsworth and James-Allen Ford, with direction and choreography by Tony-Award Winner Kathleen Marshall. In June 2017, Telly Leung began his star turn as the title character in Disney’s ALADDIN on Broadway. He would continue to play the role for two years, and his caricature would eventually earn a coveted spot on the wall’s of New York’s historic Sardi’s restaurant. Telly has performed live all over the world. Notable venues include Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, the Hollywood Bowl, the Baltimore Symphony, the St. Louis MUNY, The Shakespeare Theater (DC), Pittsburgh CLO, Paper Mill Playhouse, Dallas Theater Center, Philadelphia Theater Company, Sacramento Music Circus, the Old Globe, Fords Theater, North Carolina Theater, Four Seasons Theater, North Shore Music Theater, The Coterie in Los Angeles, The Magic Castle, NYC's Feinstein's / 54 Below, Birdland Jazz Club, and London's Hippodrome. Telly has appeared on television in GLEE (as Wes of the Dalton Academy Warblers), INSTINCT (CBS), ODD MOM OUT (Bravo), DEADBEAT (on Hulu), LAW AND ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT and played Kevin in the pilot of ABC's performing arts drama, LIMELIGHT. He was also heavily featured in the PBS documentary BROADWAY OR BUST as a teacher and performance coach for the Jimmy Awards.  Telly is featured on the recordings of IN TRANSIT, ALLEGIANCE, GODSPELL, PACIFIC OVERTURES, FLOWER DRUMS SONG, DEAR EDWINA, THE BERNSTEIN MASS, SWEET BYE AND BYE and the mini-album of ALLEGIANCE. In 2012, Telly released his first solo album entitled {i'll cover you} on the Yellow Sound Label in 2012, and his follow-up album, "Songs for You" was released in 2016. All recordings are available on iTunes, Amazon, and Spotify. In 2013, Telly started TELLY LEUNG PRODUCTIONS and began his career as a producer. His producing credits include GRIND (a musical short film, starring Anthony Rapp) and BROADWAY @ LEARNING (a concert starring Broadway stars Adam Pascal, Eden Espinosa, and Marcus Paul James). In 2020, Telly started producing and co-hosting EMPATHY, a series of concerts and conversations with corporate learning leader and long-time collaborator Elliott Masie. He served as star and executive producer of THE NICE LIST, an original family-friendly holiday musical for “virtually” everyone that was completely created during the global pandemic with music by Gary Adler and Book / Lyrics by Phoebe Kreutz, directed by Alan Muraoka.Telly passionately believes in "paying it forward" and giving back to the next generation of theater artists and performers. Besides being heavily featured as a performance coach for the Jimmy awards on PBS' BROADWAY OR BUST, he can also be frequently seen teaching as a guest instructor in master classes all over the country. In 2013, he was selected as the Tam & Young Arts Chair at Iolani High School in Honolulu and spent a week teaching and performing alongside the students and faculty. He continues to teach young performers as part of a team of coaches at MTCA (Music Theater College Auditions) that helps high school students gain admission into the competitive university training programs. He also gives online coaching to aspiring performers via Stagelighter.com. In 2013, Telly joined the faculty at NYU's NEW STUDIO ON BROADWAY as an adjunct professor.  

Birdland Jazz Club Owner Gianni Valenti - On the importance of Music + Musicians https://www.eventbrite.com/o/birdland-jazz-club-18603631177

In Episode 22, Suzanne dishes with Tina Scariano and Alex Ferrara, hosts of the fabulous podcast, “Obsessed with the Best.” Are you obsessed with Movies? Makeup? Chocolate? Incredible books? Opinions? Podcasts? If you said yes to any of these (and really--who isn’t obsessed with at ONE of the aforementioned), then you must download and listen to this joyous and fun episode! Get to know Tina and Alex; we love them and know you will, too ;)Alex Ferrara | @alexandra_KFAlex has worked as a fit model for Zac Posen, Appeared on the TODAY show, performed at Lincoln Center, appears consistently in commercials, and recently produced and creative directed a photo exhibit in NYC to benefit the Times Up Legal Defense Fund.Tina Scariano | @teenziano @tscarianomakeupTina is a makeup artist whose clients include Broadway stars Alice Ripley and Mary Testa. She has performed in concert at the legendary Birdland Jazz Club, toured the country as the lead singer of “A Band Called Honalee”, and recently debuted her solo show “Feels Like Home” which received recognition from Broadway World NJ’s 2020 Wrap Up as one of the “Favorite Concerts of the Year.”Mentioned in the show:Obsessed with the Best PodcastHarlem Chocolate Factory - @harlemchocolate factoryChukar Cherries - @chukarcherriesIG and TikTok - @obsessedwiththebestpod

Max von Essen is a Tony, Drama Desk and Grammy nominated singer and actor best known for his role as Henri in the award winning production of An American in Paris on Broadway. Most recently, he completed a year long run in the Broadway production of Anastasia and then toured the country in Lincoln Center Theater's revival of Falsettos. Other Broadway credits include Evita, the revivals of Les Miz and Jesus Christ Superstar, Dance of the Vampires, and the closing company of the original Les Miz. Additional New York credits include Yours Unfaithfully, Death Takes a Holiday, The Jerry Springer Opera, Hello Again, Finian's Rainbow and The Fantasticks. Tours include Xanadu, West Side Story and Chicago. TV & Film include Law & Order: SVU, Elementary, Boardwalk Empire, The Good Wife, Royal Pains, Gossip Girl, Seven Lovers, Sex and the City 2, and the webseries Submissions Only. Max's concert work has brought him all across the country and Canada, including The Kennedy Center, Birdland Jazz Club and a recent solo debut at Carnegie Hall with the New York Pops. Recordings include An American in Paris, Evita, Death Takes a Holiday, Finian's Rainbow, Love Songs of Andrew Lloyd Weber, and his debut solo album, Call Me Old Fashioned: The Broadway Standard, now available on iTunes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Birthday Billy!! Billy Stritch is one of the premier singer-pianists on the New York and national jazz and cabaret scenes. He began his career in Houston, Texas, where he formed the vocal trio Montgomery, Plant and Stritch. The trio performed all over New York and Europe from 1983 until they disbanded in 1990. A chance meeting with Liza Minnelli in March of 1991 resulted in her asking him to create vocal arrangements for the record-breaking extravaganza Liza Stepping Out at Radio City Music Hall. In addition to his 25-year collaboration with Liza, Billy recently toured with the legendary Tony Bennett as Tony’s pianist and musical director. A solo entertainer in his own right, he has performed his own shows (including tributes to Mel Tormé and Cy Coleman) in concert halls and nightclubs across the country. Billy also serves as music director for such leading vocalists as Linda Lavin, Christine Ebersole, Paulo Szot and Marilyn Maye. He is the co-writer of the Grammy-winning song “Does He Love You” recorded by Reba McEntire and Linda Davis. When he’s not on the road, he is the pianist for Jim Caruso’s Cast Party open mic night every Monday at New York’s legendary Birdland Jazz Club and he and Jim hold forth on Sunday nights at Bemelmans’ Bar in Manhattan’s fabled Carlyle Hotel. Currently during Covid-19, he is hosting his own weekly Facebook live-stream show “Billy’s Place”, celebrating the Great American Songbook with songs and stories from his varied career. The show airs every Thursday evening at 8:00 pm EDT on his BILLY STRITCH Facebook page. He has recorded five solo CDs and his latest CD release “Billy’s Place” (Club44 Records) is a collection of his favorite songs from these online concerts. @billystritch www.billystritch.com Watch Billy's Place on Facebook Buy Billy's New Album Billy's Place --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/confessionsofanactress/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/confessionsofanactress/support

On Sunday, January 24, an astounding virtual, fundraising event occurred where entertainers from around the globe rose as one to give new wings to the iconic Birdland Jazz Club in New York City. Faced with the possibility of having to close permanently due to the pandemic, voices were raised, and money flowed in, helping to raise Birdland - like the mythical Phoenix - from the ashes to fly again. We catch up with club owner, Gianni Valenti, and booking agent, Jim Caruso, about how the event came to be, and what it means for the future.

At age 26, Veronica Swift has become one of the worlds most sought-after jazz talents. Having grown up on the road with her parents -- jazz pianist Hod O'Brien and jazz vocalist Stephanie Nakasian -- she was exposed to some of the greatest musicians of the time, including; Annie Ross, Jon Hendricks, Bob Dorough, and Marilyn Maye.   At age nine, Swift recorded her first album, "Veronica's House of Jazz," and began professionally touring with her parents, as well as singing and playing trumpet in the youth jazz group, "The Young Razzcals jazz project." With the Young Razzcals, she had her first opportunity to perform on festival stages, like the Telluride Jazz Festival, and would for the next ten years. At age 11, after recording her second album, "It's Great to be Alive," she headlined her first show at Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. Swift continued touring throughout her years in College, obtaining a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Miami in 2016.   Just before graduating, coinciding with the passing of her father, Swift was awarded second place at the Thelonious Monk 2015 Jazz Vocal Competition, landing her a showcase at the esteemed Birdland Jazz Club in New York City. She then moved to New York in 2017 to continue pursuing her growing career. Maintaining a weekly residency at Birdland, Veronica toured internationally and joined the lineup on the show of trumpeter Chris Botti.   The past few years, she has toured and performed on numerous occasions with Michael Feinstein, Benny Green, Wynton Marsalis, and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, appearing at legendary festivals (Montreal, Monterey, Umbria, Detroit, Marciac, and more) and jazz clubs (Birdland, Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola, Jazz Showcase, Jazz Standard, SF Jazz, JALC Shanghai, Blue Note, and more).   In 2018, Veronica signed a deal with Mack Avenue Recordings, and released her 2019 album, "Confessions," with them. In addition to singing bebop and Great American Songbook classics, Veronica is also a passionate devotee of the 20's and 30's repertoire, opera, rock and roll, and metal. Swift also writes and acts in her films she makes with Darkstone Entertainment.   In 2021, Swift will release her next album on Mack Avenue with her regular touring trio: The Emmet Cohen Trio.

"A set by Rajiv Jayaweera on today’s episode of The Jazz Hole Live, recorded live at the legendary Birdland Jazz Club back in 2019. Drummer, percussionist and composer Rajiv Jayaweera was born in London, grew up in Melbourne, is of Sri Lankan heritage and is currently based in New York City. At Birdland, he performed with Joel Frahm (tenor saxophone), Eden Ladin (piano), Hugh Stuckey (guitar) and Rick Rosato (bass). In April 2019, he recorded his debut album “Pistils”, which is now available on rajivjayaweera.com and outsideinmusic.com. RAJIV JAYAWEERA Rajiv Jayaweera (drums, percussion) Joel Frahm (tenor saxophone) Eden Ladin (piano) Hugh Stuckey (guitar) Rick Rosato (bass) All tracks composed by Rajiv Jayaweera All tracks recorded live at Birdland Jazz Club in New York, NY on January 31st 2019 by Johannes Felscher 00:00 - The Jazz Hole Live with Linus 02:03 - Ellstandissa - Rajiv Jayaweera 10:09 - Welikadawatte - Rajiv Jayaweera 18:56 - The Jazz Hole Live with Linus 20:54 - Malkoha Bird - Rajiv Jayaweera 31:13 - Pistils - Rajiv Jayaweera 39:07 - The Jazz Hole Live with Linus 39:51 - The Elephant - Rajiv Jayaweera 47:35 - Nilus - Rajiv Jayaweera 58:29 - The Jazz Hole Live with Linus 59:25 - Galadari - Rajiv Jayaweera 69:44 - Finish "

On this edition of Bagels and Broadway, Valerie speaks to filmmaker Mark Moscowitz, who talks about his latest series, "It Was the Music" following accomplished musicians (and married couple) Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams on the road, musician, conductor, orchestrator and director Ted Sperling, artistic director of MasterVoices, with a number of song cycle performances coming up, Gianni Valenti, owner of the legendary Birdland Jazz Club talks about what he is doing to keep the legendary performance space alive, and podcaster Rick Sommers co-host of "Middle Age Warriors." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Very Special Guest is...Veronica Swift --She is an American Jazz Artist with the most interesting of upbringings. She is the daughter of jazz royalty, the daughter of famed jazz musicians, jazz pianist Hod O'Brien and jazz vocalist Stephanie Nakasian. Growing up on the road, going from one performance to the next, she was exposed to some of the greatest musicians of the time; Annie Ross, Jon Hendricks, Bob Dorough, Paquito d'Rivera, and Marilyn Maye. At the young age of nine years old, Veronica recorded her first album "Veronica's House of Jazz," and began professionally touring with her parents as well as singing and playing trumpet in the youth jazz group "The Young Razzcals Jazz Project."  It was with the Young Razzcals she had her first opportunity to perform on festival stages like the Telluride Jazz Festival.  At age 11, after recording her second album "It's Great to be Alive," she headlined her first show at Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City.   Veronica Swift was awarded second place at the Thelonious Monk 2015 Jazz Vocal Competition landing her a showcase at the esteemed Birdland Jazz Club in New York City. She then moved to New York in 2017 to continue pursuing her growing career.   In 2018, Veronica signed a deal with Mack Avenue Recordings and released her 2019 album "Confessions" In 2020, Swift will release her next album on Mack Avenue with her regular touring trio: The Emmet Cohen Trio. Our VERY SPECIAL GUEST TODAY, Vocalist, Composer, Writer, Actress - - - -Veronica Swift! www.veronicaswift.com

Our VERY Special Guest Today is Gianni Valenti - Owner Birdland Jazz Club, NYC We've lost a few iconic music clubs the last few years, but they are never forgotten in our memories… CBGB, The Family Wash And then there is the very, very short list of iconic music venues that are so well known they have become household names worldwide. CBGB. The Cavern Club. And at the top of this short list is Birdland Jazz Club in NYC. It's been a tough year for music and the artists who play in these venues. Birdland was not immune to the Pandemic that took so many loved ones from us this year, so many beloved restaurants, so many bars and music clubs. Birdland continues a long history of delivering exceptional entertainment to the masses. The iconic venue has been bringing live music to New York City since it's opening in 1949. The iconic club made its name booking premier jazz acts on the stage, and has since included Broadway, pop, cabaret and comedy to the roster. Birdland first opened on 52nd Street in 1949, and was a bastion of jazz music. Named after Charlie "Bird" Parker, the stage was headquarters for a who's who of jazz: Count Basie, John Coltrane, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald and so many more… Herbie Hancock said, "To work at Birdland means you've really arrived on the scene." Birdland re-opened on December 2 2020. Our very special guest today is Birdland owner, Gianni Valenti. www.birdlandjazz.com AND we have the TJS Radio World Premiere of Veronica Swifts "I'm Hip" Veronica Swift - I'm Hip Veronica Swift is a Vocalist, Composer, Writer, & Actress @veronicaswiftjazz On Spotify and Apple Music at Veronica Swift

Mariel Bildsten is a trombonist, based in New York City. Mariel currently works as a bandleader and side-woman, playing in jazz big bands and small groups, as well as Afro-Latin music, rock, funk, and R&B bands. She is the lead trombonist in Arturo O'Farrill's Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra and tours internationally with the rock band Brass Against. She has performed at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, Radio City Music Hall, London's O2 Arena, Birdland Jazz Club, the Apollo Theater, the Chicago Jazz Festival, Perth International Arts Festival, Caramoor Jazz Festival, Smalls Jazz Club, and Smoke Jazz Club, among other venues. Mariel has also performed alongside Dee Dee Bridgewater, Roy Hargrove, Wycliffe Gordon, Brian Lynch, Cyrus Chestnut, Lew Soloff, and Frank Lacy. Her own groups, ranging from duo to septet, have headlined jazz festivals, played around the country, and perform regularly in New York City.  Support this podcast

Grammy® nominated vocalist, pianist and songwriter Nicole Zuraitis draws from the traditions of jazz, pop and blues to create music that is rich in depth and heart.  As a bandleader, a recording artist and the premiere vocalist of the world famous Birdland Big Band among other notable ensembles, Nicole has established herself as a staple on the New York City Jazz scene and has made a significant mark on the global modern jazz landscape.  This musical chameleon brings musical ingenuity and her signature warmth to a wide array of genres and styles.  Nicole's stunning vocal prowess paired with her facility on the piano and her talent as a consummate entertainer prove that she is anything but your average jazz singer. In 2019, Nicole's illustrious career blossomed even further when her and her husband, renowned drummer and bandleader Dan Pugach, were dually nominated for a Grammy® for their arrangement of Dolly Parton's “Jolene”.  Nicole can be found gracing the stages at both the iconic Birdland Jazz Club and Greenwich Village's 55 Bar weekly, displaying her stellar vocal capacity; an intersection where virtuosity meets unbridled, genuine enthusiasm. She was named the top 40 under 40 for 2020 in Connecticut Magazine and her weekly live stream during the Covid 19 crisis "Virtual Piano Lounge Plus One" was featured in Forbes in October 2020. Nicole's critically acclaimed 2018 release, Hive Mind (Dot Time Records) earned the title of ‘Best Jazz Album' in the 2018 International Music and Entertainment Awards.  Nicole will be releasing her fourth studio album as a bandleader, All Wandering Hearts, in May 2020 on Dot Time Records.  In addition, Zuraitis has assembled an all-star female ensemble to record her project Generations of Her - Women Songwriters and Lyricists of the Last 100 Years. While not leading her own ensembles, Nicole performs and tours extensively with her husband's renowned ensemble, the Dan Pugach Nonet.  While pursuing a career that has spanned the genres of jazz, pop and classical, Nicole has collaborated with such luminaries as Cyrille Aimee, Thana Alexa, Dave Stryker, Livingston Taylor, Tom Chapin, Omar Hakim, Melanie Safka, Helen Sung and Bernard Purdie. www.nicolezmusic.com

Nico Toliano brings his Wooden Spoon brand to the Network with his new podcast, "The Sit Down." On the show, Nico takes a seat with other distinguished Italian and Italian-Americans to talk about their lives, what it means to be Italian, their traditions, and much more! Nico sits down with the very talented Italian American Jazz singer Vanessa Racci! About Vanessa: Growing up with her Barese (Southern Italian) grandfather in New York, Vanessa learned Italian American classics at an early age. She developed as a singer in musical theater, discovered her love for jazz in her early 20's and started performing with a trio. After her grandfather passed away, Vanessa was inspired to reinvent the Italian American classics that he taught her with modern jazz arrangements. Her mission; to keep the music alive for future generations, and in turn, her grandfather's memory. She teamed up with Gianni Valenti of Birdland Jazz Club, NYC, producer, David Finck, and Manhattan Transfer arranger, Yaron Gershovsky, to realize her vision. The result was a sold out album release show at Birdland in June, 2017 and a very unique album entitled, “Italiana Fresca”, that reached #65 on the jazz charts. Since then, she has performed at over 70 Italian festivals, events and jazz clubs across the country and has been played on over 20 Italian radio stations across the US and Italy. You can check Vanessa out at https://vanessaracci.com/about Also, follow her on Instagram @VanessaRacci! BICBP-RADIO.COM Follow the Wooden Spoon online: https://thewoodenspoonstore.com/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/thewoodenspoonmedia Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/thewoodenspoonmedia/ Tik Tok : https://bit.ly/3genmhh

On this Olli Soikkeli interview, Olli talks about how he got into gypsy jazz (he started off playing metal) and what drives him... GREAT story how he got started in the music business, playing with his musical heroes, his determination to handle a threatening health condition, some unusual influences, not taking himself too seriously, fitness, nutrition, moving to NYC, pizza and loads more. Incredibly talented player in a very difficult niche. Olli Soikkeli is a gypsy jazz guitarist from Finland. He’s played in jazz clubs and festivals across Finland & Europe and has played with artists such as Bucky Pizzarelli, Stochelo Rosenberg, Tommy Emmanuel, Andreas Öberg, Cyrille Aimee, Antti Sarpila and Marian Petrescu. While living in NYC, he played legendary venues such as Town Hall, Herbst Theatre, Birdland Jazz Club, Blue Note, The Iridium & Lincoln Center. Only 29, he’s released 9 LPs, including solo works, trio, and a variety of other projects. His 2016 LP, Travels was included on the All About Jazz magazine & Huffington Post Best Albums of the year lists.  Support this Show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support  Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/ 

Kate Rockwell recently starred as the original Karen Smith in Mean Girls: The Musical at the August Wilson Theater, which garnered her a Drama Desk Nomination. A natural brunette, her previous Broadway dumb blondes include originating the role of Skylar in Bring It On: The Musical, as well as roles in Rock of Ages, Hair, andLegally Blonde. She’s also been seen recently as Nina Bennett on Fox’s Almost Family, and on High Maintenance, Deadbeat, and Sex and the City: the Movie. Rockwell released her debut solo album, Back To My Roots, in 2018 on Broadway Records, and has performed her solo concert by the same name at Birdland Jazz Club, City Winery, and other venues in NYC. She is a WSET-certified wine lover and has the two cutest dogs on the planet.

Birdland. The Mecca of Jazz in New York City. There are only be a few names in jazz history that equal the importance of this iconic club. This week's VERY SPECIAL All That's Jazz Podcast conversation is with Birdland Jazz Club owner, Gianni Valenti, manager Ryan Paternite, and booking agent Jim Caruso to talk about the club's rich past, how they are changing course in today's world and what they envision for the future.

This week's guest is drummer Daniel Glass, who has worked with a wide variety of artists that range from Brian Setzer to Bette Midler, to the Budapest Jazz Orchestra, to KISS front man Gene Simmons.  Daniel has been voted one of the top five R&B drummers in the world by readers of Modern Drummer and DRUM magazine for two consecutive years, and since 2011 he’s been the house drummer every Monday night at New York City’s legendary Birdland Jazz Club. He's also published 5 books, is a regular contributor to Modern Drummer, DRUM and Classic Drummer magazines, and is widely recognized as an authority on classic American drumming and the evolution of American popular music. During the interview we spoke about studying with a drum legend, the evolution of the drum set, how drum history and social history are tied together, playing in the house band at the legendary Birdland Jazz Club, and much more. On the intro I’ll take a look at what the numbers say about the health of the major streaming services, and the 6F’s of taking a gig.

Show Description: Kristin is a musician and freelance beauty, travel, and fashion editor and writer based in Los Angeles, and she is a proud graduate of Berklee College of Music. You can read her work in a variety of publications, including Elite Daily, Teen Vogue, Bustle, Glamour, Billboard, Allure, Elle, HelloGiggles, Business Insider, and more. As a singer, she was a contestant on American Idol, has sang the national anthem for many professional sports teams, including the New York Yankees, and has performed in prestigious venues like 54 Below, Birdland Jazz Club, and the House of Blues. In this interview, Kristin describes how she got her start in writing and music, how she was able to make key connections in the industry through genuine and meaningful ways, and highlights some of the more memorable experiences through her travel writing and musical careers. To learn more about Kristin, you can visit: kristincorpuz.com Show Highlights: 4:00-10:30: Kristin talks about where she got her passion for music and performing, aspirations after school, and how she landed her first editorial writing gig with Billboard. 10:30-15:45: Kristin explains how she earned her first byline with Teen Vogue, and how she practically taught herself key journalist strategies. 15:45-28:15: Kristin gives insight on the right way to contact and gain access to important people, building a portfolio, and maintaining key relationships in your industry. 28:15-34:30: Kristin highlights what it was like to perform on American Idol at age 16 and singing national anthems at professional stadiums. 34:30-40:30: We ask Kristin the biggest differences between living in New York City and Los Angeles. 40:30-48:30: Kristin talks about redefining what it means to network genuinely and effectively. 48:30-54:45: We ask Kristin about the toughest aspects of freelance and editorial writing that a lot of people don't see. 54:45: Kristin provides her final advice to those who are building a writing or freelance career. Special Guest: Kristin Corpuz.

Enjoy the podcast? Support the show with a one-time or monthly donation via PayPal (thank you!)At the age of 27, Pittsburgh-born, New York-based Jazz trumpeter & singer Benny Benack III has quickly established himself as one of the most versatile and virtuosic voices of his generation. Hailed by the New York Times as “a charismatic young trumpeter who maintains an earnest sideline as a singer”, Benack has a knack for delighting audiences with panache, in the spirit of classic crooners like Sinatra & Mel Tormé, with a nod to legendary trumpet showmen Louis Armstrong & Dizzy Gillespie. Equally comfortable in both Jazz and Pop settings, Benack has worked with some of the greatest acts in music today, touring domestically as a trumpet soloist with Josh Groban, Ben Folds, fashion icon Isaac Mizrahi, as well as European engagements with Jazz Bass extraordinaire Christian McBride. He recently headlined Birdland Jazz Club alongside Cabaret legend Ann Hampton-Callaway, in tribute to “Louis & Ella”. Benny's been a guest artist with the Pittsburgh Symphony Pops Orchestra, the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, the Minsk Philharmonic Orchestra, featured both as a vocalist and trumpeter with each ensemble. In the Fall of 2017, Benack released his debut album “One of a Kind” to critical acclaim, noting he “reels off songs that come alive with his lustrous trumpet and golden bari-tenor vocalastics” - World Music Report. On the heels of his album’s worldwide success, Benack maintains an active touring schedule internationally, most recently bringing his band to Shanghai on behalf of Jazz @ Lincoln Center, helping to open their new flagship club there. When at home in NYC, he can be found in residency both at Mezzrow Jazz Club in the West Village, and at the iconic Carlyle Hotel, performing in Bemelmen’s Bar with his trio, where Benack showcases yet another talent by accompanying his own vocals on the piano as well.Support the show (http://berniesbootlegs.com/support)

The Jazz Hole Live with Linus features a live set by the NYC-based Hyuna Park Trio today, recorded at Birdland Theater, the new addition to the legendary Birdland Jazz Club. South Korean bandleader, composer and pianist Hyuna Park is joined by the Colorado-born bassist Myles Sloniker, the Austrian-born drummer Peter Traunmueller and on one tune by her husband, Swiss producer, composer and trombonist Amadis Dunkel. Hyuna Park can be heard on several recordings, on some of them as a co-leader, but “Her Morning Waltz” is her phenomenal trio debut album, where she draws in listeners from the first note. Get your copy on www.groovyhyuna.com. HYUNA PARK TRIO: Hyuna Park (piano, composer) Myles Sloniker (bass) Peter Traunmueller (drums) and special guest Amadis Dunkel (trombone on “”Grandpa’s Clock”) All tracks composed by Hyuna Park All tracks recorded live at Birdland Theater in New York, NY on June 20th 2019 00:00 - The Jazz Hole Live with Linus 01:27 - Driving in New York - Hyuna Park Trio 06:17 - Her Morning Waltz - Hyuna Park Trio 18:30 - The Jazz Hole Live with Linus 21:00 - Wherever You Are Is Home - Hyuna Park Trio 28:25 - The Stars Fell On Seoul - Hyuna Park Trio 35:36 - The Jazz Hole Live with Linus 35:59 - Mars 2033/Alma’s Dance - Hyuna Park Trio 44:59 - The Jazz Hole Live with Linus 45:54 - Grandpa’s Clock - Hyuna Park Trio, Amadis Dunkel 56:39 - Finish

Over the last few years, Renee Rosnes has become a regular performer on The Jazz Cruise, playing with her trio or with a quartet or even solo. She’s recorded nearly two dozen albums as a leader and also played in the bands of jazz greats such as Joe Henderson, Wayne Shorter, Bobby Hutcherson, James Moody and Ron Carter. A founding member of the SFJAZZ Collective, more recently she’s been the music director for the all-women band Artemis.  During the Jazz Cruise earlier this year Renee sat down for a fascinating one-on-one conversation with Sirius/XM host Eulis Cathey.  In this very interesting discussion, Renee talked about growing up in western Canada, learning to play jazz, getting her first break with Joe Henderson and the unfolding of her own very impressive career. This episode is sponsored by the Birdland Jazz Club in New York City. The Jazz Cruise Conversations podcast is produced by Entertainment Cruise Productions, the worldwide leader in music-themed cruises.

January 8, 2018 My first guest of the new year is award-winning drummer, author, educator Daniel Glass.  In this episode we discuss Daniel's unique experiences growing up in Honolulu, Hawaii in the 60's and 70's, his college days leading a Pink Floyd cover band, moving to Los Angeles and studying at the Dick Grove School of Music, manning the drum chair in Royal Crown Revue, his life as an educator, publishing and multi-media guru, and the importance of establishing 'your brand.' Daniel Glass is an award-winning drummer, author, historian and educator. He is widely recognized as an authority on classic American drumming and the evolution of American Popular Music. A member of the pioneering swing group Royal Crown Revue since 1994, Daniel has recorded and performed all over the world with many top artists, including Brian Setzer, Bette Midler, Liza Minnelli, Jose Feliciano, Michelle Shocked, Mike Ness, Freddie Cole, Marilyn Maye, Air Supply's Graham Russell and KISS frontman Gene Simmons. For two years running, Daniel was voted one of the top five R&B drummers in the world by readers of Modern Drummer and DRUM magazine. Since 2011, he has been the house drummer every Monday night at New York's legendary Birdland Jazz Club.  

In this episode of "Harmony and Hijinks," the ladies of the vocal trio Duchess interview Grammy-nominated vocalist, Jane Monheit. They discuss a recent performance at Birdland Jazz Club in New York City, Cole Porter, chasing and arranging songs, bullies, and using your “music words.”  The gals also open some Fan Mail about ancestry and Andrews Sisters and talk about the genius of Jacques Pepin.  Links: Jane Monehit: http://www.janemonheitonline.com Somebody Loves Me, Live at Birdland (from The Songbook Sessions: Ella Fitzgerald) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wllCYKp-sIY Ill Wind (from The Songbook Sessions: Ella Fitzgerald) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_OaynVWzQQ More than Words by Extreme https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrIiLvg58SY Jacques Pepin (Chicken and Celery Gratin) http://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/11353-jacques-pepins-basic-roast-chicken  

Jonathan Slavin was born on a marine base in North Carolina, and grew up in rural Pennsylvania. A bit of a shy weirdo to his peers, he found his voice when he was cast in his first play. After high school, he landed in New York and performed in some truly abysmal theater, before being cast to play the sexually confused protagonist in “The Best of Schools” at Ubu Rep. From there, he moved to Lincoln Center and then Broadway in Wendy Wasserstein’s “The Sisters Rosensweig”, to Dallas to do “Six Degrees of Separation”(a production that was visited and subsequently cited by the Dalllas Vice Squad), and finally to Los Angeles, to appear in the West Coast premiere of Larry Kramer’s “The Destiny of Me.” After a few months playing a string of “insert occupation here” Guy television guest stars(Flower Delivery Guy, Fish and Chips Guy, Computer Tech Guy) Slavin graduated to more memorable roles. He has appeared as a series regular on Better Off Ted, Andy Richter Controls the Universe, Mission Control, Union Square, and voiced Ogo, a neurotic and slightly deranged robot on the cartoon Robot and Monster. He has recurred on Better With You, Family Tools, and My Name is Earl, to name a few. Recent and notable guest stars include Legit, Suburgatory, Castle, Grey’s Anatomy, Weeds, The Glades, and Perception. His feature film credits include Alexander and the Terrible Horrible No Good Very Bad Day, Dirty Girl, Hard Pill,and My Mother’s Hairdo. Slavin is an activist, dedicating much of his time to animal rights, and is a longtime vegan and animal rescuer. As a gay man, he is equally committed to LGBT rights, and has twice participated in the California Aids Ride, a nearly 600 mile bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles, raising funds for HIV services provided by the Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center. ______________________________________ The Boyz talk with the new Associate Director for American Diabetes Association in Central Washington, Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho Julie Lockhart. She also has over 10 year’s experience working in the non-profit arena; primarily in healthcare and education. Also in Studio with Julie Lockhart is Mike Jackson is a diabetic who has been championing education and advocacy efforts throughout the Northwest; He has worked side-by-side with the American Diabetes Association as one of our key volunteers. Mike is leading the charge once again as Team Captain of the Inland Imaging Corporate Team for Tour de Cure- raising funds and creating awareness for our cause.TO LEARN MORE AND TO GET INFORMATION: www.diabetes.org/spokanetourdecure www.diabetes.org https://www.facebook.com/adaspokane ———————————————– Morgan now calls New York her home and has embraced its culture and diversity. She has taken musical theatre training workshops with Laura Benanti, Jason Robert Brown, Sierra Boggess and film/TV with casting director, Maria Hubbard. She studies voice with vocal coach and music director, Kevin David Thomas and Laura Menard. Her dance training includes: theatre, tap, ballet and jazz at Broadway Dance Center. She enjoys singing at Birdland Jazz Club on Monday nights at Jim Caruso’s Cast Party. Morgan is currently on tour with Disney’s 1st National Broadway Tour of Newsies as Katherine Plumber. She has worked extensively in the Pacific Northwest. Regional theatre includes: Sandy (Grease), Natalie (Next to Normal), Narrator (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat), Pinky Tuscadero (Happy Days), Star to Be (Annie) at Spokane Civic Theatre. Liesl – Understudy (Sound of Music) at Coeur D’Alene Professional Summer Theatre, Dorothy (Wizard of Oz) and Gertrude (Seussical) at CYT Spokane. Morgan has appeared in several in concert performances including: Songs for a New World with Jason Robert Brown, Anybody’s (West Side Story) and Helen Burns (Jane Eyre). Commercial credits: Fox TV New York and My 50 Radio Chicago with producer David Cebert. Film: “The Undefeated” for Victory Film Group. In her spare time Morgan enjoys rock climbing, anything that has to do with make–up, theme park adrenaline rides, Paper Mill Playhouse, traveling and sharing experiences with family and friends.MORE INFO AND PURCHASE TICKETS: HTTP://WCEBROADWAY.COM/SHOWS/NEWSIES/

Special Guests - Steve Johns, Tom "Bones" Malone This week's show is a special Music Bizz Radio Concert Series Preview show! We talk to Steve Johns about his quartet playing live from the world famous Birdland Jazz Club in New York City on August 13th live on Music Bizz Radio! We also listen to part of an interview from out very first guest on the show, Tom "Bones" Malone! Thanks to Presonus and all of our listeners that have contributed so far to the show and the concert series! Please join us every week and also listen to archived shows! Gofundme.com/musicbizzradio Music Bizz Radio on Facebook: www.facebook.com/musicbizzradio MusicBizzRadio.com Music Bizz Radio on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/musicbizzradio Music Bizz Radio on itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/music-bizz-radio/id1002264843 Music Bizz Radio on Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=67206&refid=stpr Music Bizz Radio on Podbay.Fm http://podbay.fm/show/1002264843 Music Bizz Radio on Tunein http://tunein.com/radio/Music-Bizz-Radio-with-David-Richards-p738793/ Music Bizz Radio on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Kso23JMXfSPv5lYQQsq6g Visit Host David Richards Website: http://www.davidrichardstrumpet.com Host David Richards on Twitter: https://twitter.com/trumpetdr