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| "Remembering Sam Burtis" Memorial Celebration Sunday, August 18th 12-3 PM Jazz Gallery Sam Burtis was an American free-lance trombonist, lower brass player, composer, arranger and educator. Born October 2, 1948 in Far Rockaway, New York, died December 29, 2023, NYC. His career spanned over fifty years as a section player, studio musician, arranger jazz soloist and educator. He was a contributor to the dynastic legacy of Mingus Music, writing arrangements as well as leading the Mingus Dynasty Band for several years. Check out more here: https://www.charlesmingus.com/blog/in-memoriam-sam-burtis A wealth of personal tributes to Burtis can be found here, on an internet trombone forum to which he frequently contributed: https://trombonechat.com/viewtopic.php?t=34158 "On Sunday, August 18th, we will be remembering Sam with music, personal stories, a photo gallery and special guests. Cecilia Colemans' Big Band will be featured, as Sam played/ recorded with her band for many years. All musicians have donated their time to make this a special day. (Program Outline is included below) ** A 5 $ donation would be greatly appreciated, but is not required… More Importantly, Bring Yourselves!" Sam Burtis (October 2nd, 1948 - December 29th, 2023) The trombonist/tubist had credits since the late '60s with Buddy Rich, Carla Bley, Larry Harlow, Tito Puente, Joel Kaye, Eumir Deodato, Dave Matthews, Herbie Mann, John Tropea, Bill Watrous, Grant Green, Jeremy Steig, Astrud Gilberto, Urbie Green, Lee Konitz, Art Farmer, Barry Miles, Phil Upchurch, David Sanborn, Lonnie Liston Smith, Candido, Jackie McLean, Sam Jones, Earl Klugh, Mingus Big Band, Lionel Hampton, Bob Mintzer, Chico O'Farrill, Cleve Pozar, Mike Longo, David Liebman, Marty Sheller, Roswell Rudd, Phil Woods, Earl McIntyre and Frank Perowsky among his many concurrent Latin and pop sessions. Burtis died December 29th at 75. -Andrey Henkin https://jazzpassings.com/2023#129f8913-284f-4872-98a8-475af88259a2 Jazz Gallery Schedule Sketch: Aug 18th UPDATED Remembering Sam Burtis: A Memorial Celebration Sunday : 12 noon - 3PM Guests will be welcomed / Recordings which feature Sam's work with various ensembles : Chico O'Farrils Afro Cuban Orchestra, Dave Leibman's Band, The Mingus Dynasty, Tito Puente 's Latin Orchestra, Cecilia Colemans Big Band etc.. will be playing throughout the venue 12;20- 12:30 / 45 " Welcome Audience "personal remembrances & beginnings" from Jane Blackstone who introduces Sam's son, James 12:45 James Burtis speaks briefly / Dedications 1'2:45 1 15 Cecilia speaks and introduces the band — Band Performs ( 2 charts) 1:15 -2 Cecilia's TRIO w/ Special Guest soloists ( TBA) Plus stories / comments from fellow musicians are welcomed 1:45 Jane Speaks - and introduces the Excerpt from " Birdland Excursion": Filmed and Edited by Sam's long time friend, Matt Rosenberger ( Atlanta GA) 2: Cecilia's Full Band - 3 -4 charts - Band continues to play throughout the reception 2:30 - 3 reception w. projection of photos of Sam interspersed with slides of FB " messages after Sams passing from so many musicians etc. ************************************************ **SATURDAY @11 AM (Aug 17th) Close friends and Immediate Family will travel to Brooklyn waterfront near the navy yards @ Empire Fulton Park to spread Sam's ashes at his request … lunch to follow nearby. If you were a close friend to Sam and you would like to meet us at the Empire Fulton Park @ 11AM, please email James Burtis@ burtis.james@gmail.com Following the Jazz Gallery Memorial at 530PM, there is another event @ Birdland in the Downstairs Theater that will include more dedications to Sam and also to Mike Longo. The big band will be playing Mike Longo' charts -lead by Frank Perowski. write your comments about the article :: © 2024 Jazz News :: home page |