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| “Jammin' on the Hudson” Concert Series Riverbank State Park, located at 145th Street between Riverside Drive and the Hudson River, once more, in association with Brownstone Entertainment 2, is pleased to present; the “Jammin' on the Hudson” Concert Series. The venue for this series of Concert performances has been upgraded! This series will be housed in the newly renovated Amphitheater. On Sunday July 22, 2007 the series will begin with a man who is indeed a legend, living in his own time... He played on the classic 'Blue Note' recording of John Coltranes'; “Blue Trane”. There are also quite a few other 'classic' recordings he has made, with Art Blakey and the “Jazz Messengers”. Not to mention the recordings he made with Quincy Jones & His Orchestra, and Count Basie & His Orchestra. As a Leader, he has made his presence known for many years; with a wide selection of recordings out on the market which he has made under his own name. This very talented, one-of-a-kind individual, with his very own unique sound is none other than the Living Legend; the one and only Mr. Curtis Fuller and his sextet. >“Jammin” is glad to welcome him aboard. On Sunday August 5, 2007 Jammin' is pleased to welcome a very talented vocalist, who has both a totally unique style, and a sense of 'phrasing' which are very rarely heard on todays' Jazz Scene. Her New York performances are far too few and far between for my tastes, as well as for the tastes of her loyal New York Audience. She is a New York 'expatriate', who now resides in Massachusetts. A truly 'World Class' Act, whos' talents definitely deserve to be given far wider recognition, than they thus far have, for what she brings to the table. In April 2007 her latest recording was released; entitled “Dearest Duke”, it is a tribute to the music of Ellington & Strayhorn, on the 'Arbors' record label. It is one of the recordings which keep alive the traditions set forth by Ella, Sarah & Carmen. However, with all that this displays, it is still only a small portion of what her talents truly are; having worked in Clubs & Concert Halls from coast to coast, this seasoned 'Pro.' with her undeniable gifts, promises to be a joy to behold. Do yourself a favor - check out the very special vocal skills of Ms. Carol Sloane. She will be ably assisted by Norman Simmons and his wonderful Quartet. On Sunday August 19th “Jammin” welcomes a young man, who is both a 'percussionists', percussionist' and a 'musicians', musician'. With a great number of “Blue Note” recordings under his belt, as a sideman in the 'sixties', this work fulminated with his own “Blue Note” recording; “Mirrors”, on which he led his Quintet. He has played with a virtual 'who's who' in Jazz, both formerly and in the latter day - from Bobby Hutcherson through McCoy Tyner and then on to Herbie Hancock - his skills are well documented as one of the foremost drummers & percussionists alive and well today. This very talented gentleman is also a prolific Composer & Arranger, an Educator, as well as a Pianist & Bandleader. His latest recording, on the 'Savant' label, was released in 2006, and is entitled; “The Outlaw”. He will be bringing himself, and His “Outlaw Band” to “Jammin' on The Hudson”. We hope to see your face at the place, to both see and hear one of Jazz's unsung heroes: the wonderful, talented Mr. Joe Chambers and His “Outlaw Band” There will be one more Concert this Summer - on Labor Day - Monday September 3rd, with “The Reunion Legacy Band”! Details about this Concert will be posted soon. write your comments about the article :: © 2007 Jazz News :: home page |