Anders Holst is what adult contemporary music has been waiting for. Rooted in jazz, soul and European pop music, Anders’ distinguished sound fuses sophisticated lyrics with lingering melodies, exploring themes of romance, isolation, optimism and the complexity of interpersonal relationships. Born in Gothenburg Sweden, Anders grew up in a home filled with music. Not only [...]
Archive for May, 2011
CD Launch Party & Live Performance by Anders Holst
Posted: May 31, 2011 in Concerts, Parties, Smooth JazzTags: Anders Holst, CD Launch Party & Live Performance, Soho Suite
Dupont Clifford Brown Jazz Festival
Posted: May 30, 2011 in Concerts, Smooth JazzTags: Chieli Minucci, Dupont Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, Eric Darius, Jonathan Butler, Karen Briggs, Lao Tizer, Maysa, Smooth Jazz, Take 6, The Ronny Jordan Full Band
Sunday, June 19, 2011: 5:00 pm- Jazz Vespers (at the Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew, 8th & Shipley Streets) Monday, June 20, 2011: Phase III Dedication, Clifford Brown Garden- details to follow Concerts start in Rodney Square on Tuesday- see below: Tuesday, June 21, 2011: 8:00 pm- Manifest 3 6:00 pm- Junior Mance [...]
The West Oak Lane Jazz and Arts Festival
Posted: May 29, 2011 in Concerts, Contemporary Jazz, Jazz, R&B, Smooth Jazz, SoulTags: 3D Ritmo de Vida, Chaka Khan, Christian McBride, Eddie Palmieri, Gerald Veasley, Men of Soul, Roy Ayers, The West Oak Lane Jazz and Arts Festival, Tia Fuller, Webb Thomas Trio
The West Oak Lane Jazz and Arts Festival, Philadelphia’s preeminent music and culture event is back and better than ever. The 2011 edition of the festival will again showcase internationally acclaimed, award-winning artists, alongside some of the best regional and upcoming talent. This year, we celebrate the diversity that is our world, our country, our [...]
Brian O’Neal @ Art & Entertainment Expo
Posted: May 28, 2011 in Concerts, Contemporary Jazz, Smooth JazzTags: Art & Entertainment Expo, Brian O'Neal, Smooth Jazz
METRO ATLANTA, this event is just 9 days away, believe me when I say that you don’t want to miss it!! Secure your ticket now w/advance ticket purchase at http://dofoundation.givezooks.com/events/arts-entertainment-expo Guests will enjoy the fine art of Spivey’s Creations & an off the charts, Live Performance by Jazz Keyboardist, Brian O’Neal w/ special guest Joey [...]
Omaha Riverfront Jazz And Blues Festival 2011
Posted: May 28, 2011 in Concerts, Smooth JazzTags: Chieli Minucci, Gerald Albright, Jazz Attack, Jonathan Butler, Karen Briggs, Lao Tizer, Omaha Riverfront Jazz And Blues Festival, Peter White, Rick Braun, Smooth Jazz, Soul Of Summer
The rich smooth sounds of jazz and blues will permeate through Downtown Omaha as national, regional and local artist will perform some of the greatest music jazz and blues has to offer. Plenty of food and beverage will be available for purchase! Friday Night – Jazz Attack featuring Peter White, Rick Braun and Gerald Albright [...]
Ron Otis & Friends – An Evening of Jazz & Hope
Posted: May 27, 2011 in Contemporary Jazz, Smooth JazzTags: An Evening of Jazz & Hope, Ron Otis & Friends, Smooth Jazz
Ron Otis & Friends w/ special guest, Grammy Award Winner EARL KLUGH. Also joining is RONNIE LAWS, Brian O’Neal, Perry Hughes, Al Turner & Romel Alexander. Partial proceeds to benefit Community Social Services & DO FOUNDATION. May 27, 2011 — Showtime 7pm Hope United Methodist Church 26275 Northwestern Hwy Southfield, MI 48276 Phone: 248.356.1020 Go [...]
Ken Ford @ Taboo 2
Posted: May 27, 2011 in Concerts, Contemporary Jazz, Smooth JazzTags: Ken Ford, Smooth Jazz, Taboo 2
Ken Ford grew up in a home filled with the diverse sounds of jazz, blues, and R&B. Born on November 14, 1968 in St. Louis, Missouri, Ken lived in Detroit, Michigan with his Parents, before making their permanent home in Atlanta, Georgia. From The Jackson Five and Earth, Wind & Fire concerts to his father’s [...]
The Naperville Jazz Festival
Posted: May 27, 2011 in Concerts, Contemporary Jazz, Smooth JazzTags: Contemporary Jazz, Smooth Jazz, Spyro Gyra, The Naperville Jazz Festival
The Naperville Jazz Festival will take place at the Naperville Community Concert Center located in Central Park in downtown Naperville, June 18, 2011. Gates will open at 4:00 p.m. and we’ll present live jazz from 4 to 10 p.m. For our 2011 Naperville Jazz Festival sponsored by Calamos Investments, we are pleased to present: 4pm [...]
Newport Beach Summer Jazz Series 2011
Posted: May 26, 2011 in Concerts, Smooth JazzTags: Eric Marienthal, Euge Groove, Gerald Albright, Jeff Lorber, Newport Beach Summer Jazz Series 2011, Norman Brown, Paul Jackson Jr., Peter White, Richard Elliot
Don’t miss the incredible concert season this year, with stunning performances from your favorite smooth jazz artists. Concerts are held every Friday evening during the warm Southern California summer season. The Newport Beach Summer Jazz Series presents this year a lot of smooth jazz artists. Schedule begins with: June 24 – The Max Weinberg Big [...]
2nd Annual Uptown Charlotte Jazz Fest
Posted: May 25, 2011 in Concerts, Contemporary Jazz, Smooth JazzTags: 2nd Annual Uptown Charlotte Jazz Fest, David Sanborn, George Duke, Gerald Albright, Jeff Lorber, Marcus Johnson, Marcus Miller, Michael Franks
Charlotte, NC – On June 24-25, 2011, Uptown Charlotte will reverberate with the sounds and rhythms of some of the world’s greatest jazz performers at the 2nd Annual Uptown Charlotte Jazz Fest. Friday, June 24, 2011 – In The Spotlight Shableek and Uncommon Jazz Marcus Johnson Michael Franks Saturday, June 25, 2011 – Under The [...]
