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April 2012


Tuesday, April 3 at 7:30p
The Kimmel Center for The Performing Arts
proudly presents In Verizon Hall "OVATION"
Featuring Trumpeter WYNTON MARSALIS: the Ballad of the American Arts
Broad & Spruce Streets in Philly
Please call for tickets 215-790-5800


Tuesday, April 3 at 7:30p (and every Tuesday)
D'Angelo' Ristorante and Lounge
proudly presents "The Tuesday Night House Party" featuring
Your Host Pianist TOM ADAMS and His Trio
Philly's Smartest Open Mic - No Cover - No Sign-up
256 South 20th Street in Philly
Please call for more information 215-546-3935


Thursday, April 5 - Shows from 7:30p to 10:00p
Doors open at 7:00p - Series Every Thursday until May 10

The Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation & The Tropicana Casino and Resort
proudly present
SPRING JAZZ @ THE TROPICANA CASINO & RESORT
This Time Featuring DWAIN DAVIS & Friends
In The Top Of The Trop on The 20th Floor, North Tower

Brighton Avenue & The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets available at The Trop Box Office, Ticketmaster 1-800-745-3000
and Henrietta Shelton 609-841-6897 or 609-441-9064
Please check for artist schedules and ticket orices for each concert at The Chicken Bone Beach Website

Tropicana Room Package $39.99 for One Thursday Night During The Series
For reservations call 1-800-345-8767 and mention code TJAZZ
Proceeds to Benefit The 2012 Chicken Bone Beach Youth Jazz Camp


Thursday, April 5 - Doors open at 6:00p
The Black Pearl Restaurant
proudly presents
"A Tribute to The Great Nina Simone" featuring
opening act
"The Temptations Jazz, Blues and Gospel Band" at 7:00
and headliner
Philly's Class Act - Vocalist ELLA GAHNT & Her Trio at 8:00p
7200 Germantown Avenue in Philly
Admission $35.00 - Includes "All YOU Can Eat" Buffet and Show
Please call for more info 215-849-7000


Friday, April 6 from 8:00p - 11:00p
The Moonstone Arts Center AKA - Robin's Book Store
proudly present
Featuring The NOAH GERSHWIN Group
13th and Sansom Streets in Philly
Please call for more info 215-694-0694


Monday, April 9 at 7:30p
The Center for Literacy
proudly presents "A Tribute to Tony Bennett in Words and Music"
Featuring Popular Performer EDDIE BRUCE & Bennett Biographer DAVID EVANIER
Plus Tony Bennett Anecdotes by WRTI-FM's BOB PERKINS

@ The Phila. Theatre Company's Suzanne Roberts Theatre
480 S. Broad Street in Philly
General Admission $50.00 - - - Patron Tickets $150.00
Includes Dessert Reception - Evanier's Book - Eddie Bruce's CD
Please call for tickets & sponsorships - Kathy Meck 215-474-1235 ext. 231


Monday, April 9 from 8:00p & 12:00a
Chris' Jazz Cafe
proudly presents Jazz vocalist RHENDA and Her Group
1421 Sansom Street in Philly
Admission $10.00
The Chris' Jazz Cafe Website


Tuesday, April 10 at 7:30p (and every Tuesday)
D'Angelo' Ristorante and Lounge
proudly presents "The Tuesday Night House Party" featuring
Your Host Pianist TOM ADAMS and His Trio
Philly's Smartest Open Mic - No Cover - No Sign-up
256 South 20th Street in Philly
Please call for more information 215-546-3935


Wednesday, April 11 from 5:30p to 6:30p
Jazz Bridge and "City Hall Presents
proudly present "Jazz Beneath Billy Penn's Hat" featuring
Drummer JIM MILLER & His Band
with Jim Holton, piano; Mike Boone, bass and Umar Raheem, Saxophone
plus A Wonderful Film by Vidographer Jason Fifield

In The Mayor's Reception Room in City Hall
Broad and Market Streets in Philly
Admission is FREE


Thursday, April 12 - Shows from 7:30p to 10:00p
Doors open at 7:00p - Series Every Thursday until May 10

The Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation & The Tropicana Casino and Resort
proudly present
SPRING JAZZ @ THE TROPICANA CASINO & RESORT
This Time Featuring THE KEITH HOLLIS QUARTET
In The Top Of The Trop on The 20th Floor, North Tower

Brighton Avenue & The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets available at The Trop Box Office, Ticketmaster 1-800-745-3000
and Henrietta Shelton 609-841-6897 or 609-441-9064
Please check for artist schedules and ticket orices for each concert at The Chicken Bone Beach Website

Tropicana Room Package $39.99 for One Thursday Night During The Series
For reservations call 1-800-345-8767 and mention code TJAZZ
Proceeds to Benefit The 2012 Chicken Bone Beach Youth Jazz Camp


Saturday, April 14 at 8:00p
Jazz On The Square
proudly presents "An Evening of Jazz"
Featuring Saxophonist TIM WARFIELD and his Quartet
With Cyrus Chestnut, piano; Gregory Cannon, bass; and Chris Beck, drums

@ Ethical Society of Philadelphia
1906 S. Rittenhouse Square in Philly
For more information & tickets contact Oscar at 267-586-4850 or tickets 215-668-6479
or email The Producers Guild, Inc. Website


Sunday, April 15 (and the 3rd Sunday of each month) at 5:00p
The Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion
proudly presents
JAZZ VESPERS AT HOLY COMMUNION
This time featuring "Jazz With A Soulful Feel" by
E - D - Q - 1
2110 Chestnut Street in Philly
Everyone is Welcome! - FREE Admission! - Discounted Validated Parking ($7.00)!
For information call 215-567-3668
or visit The Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion Website


Sunday, April 15 from 2:00p to 4:00p
The Cape May Traditional Jazz Society
proudly presents
Trumpeter AL HARRISON'S Dixieland Band
@ The VFW
419 Congress Street in Cape May, NJ
Admission $15.00 - Open to the public, all are welcome!
For more info visit
CMTJS Website


Tuesday, April 17 at 7:30p (and every Tuesday)
D'Angelo' Ristorante and Lounge
proudly presents "The Tuesday Night House Party" featuring
Your Host Pianist TOM ADAMS and His Trio
Philly's Smartest Open Mic - No Cover - No Sign-up
256 South 20th Street in Philly
Please call for more information 215-546-3935


Thursday, April 19 - Shows from 7:30p to 10:00p
Doors open at 7:00p - Series Every Thursday until May 10

The Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation & The Tropicana Casino and Resort
proudly present
SPRING JAZZ @ THE TROPICANA CASINO & RESORT
This Time Featuring STEVE CAIN & Friends
In The Top Of The Trop on The 20th Floor, North Tower

Brighton Avenue & The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets available at The Trop Box Office, Ticketmaster 1-800-745-3000
and Henrietta Shelton 609-841-6897 or 609-441-9064
Please check for artist schedules and ticket orices for each concert at The Chicken Bone Beach Website

Tropicana Room Package $39.99 for One Thursday Night During The Series
For reservations call 1-800-345-8767 and mention code TJAZZ
Proceeds to Benefit The 2012 Chicken Bone Beach Youth Jazz Camp


Thursday, April 19 at 7:00p
The Philadelphia Clef Club and J Zone Entertainment
proudly present
"A Night for The Cookers" A Musical Tribute to Lee Morgan and Freddie Hubbard
Featuring Trumpeters WINSTON BYRD and TONY SMITH
with Lucky Thompson, drums; Lee Smith, bass; and Jeff Knoettner, piano

@ The Philadelphia Clef Club
738 S. Broad Street (At Fitzwater On the Avene of The Arts) in Philly
Admission $7.00 - $5.00 with Clef Club Membership (Be On Time, Seating is Limited)
For more info visit The J Zone Entertainment Website or The Clef Club Website


Thursday, April 19 at 7:00p
The Marian Anderson Music Center of Cheyney University
proudly presents part of the "2011-2012 Art & Lecture Series"
Saxophonist RAVI COLTRANE & His Quartet
Cheyney University, PA
Tickets are $5.00 and can be purchased at the Ticketleap on Cheyney's website
For directions and more information, please call 610-399-2418


Saturday, April 21, 10:00p to Sunday, April 22, 4:30a
The African American Museum in Philadelphia
proudly presents part of their "A Moment in Jazz Weekend" - "Jazz 'Til Sunrise"
Featuring Live Jazz All Night featuring
Saxophonist TIM WARFIELD & band; percussionist, DOC GIBBS & band; The MANIFEST 3 Band;
at 12:30a Sunday Morning Vocalist ELLA GAHNT & her trio with Aaron Graves, piano;
Lee Smith, bass; and Webb Thomas, drums;

Saxophonist NASIR DICKERSON's Renaisance Messengers; COBALT BLUE; and Many Others!

7th and Arch Streets in Philly
Admission $22.00 All Night
For tickets & more info visit The AAMP Website


Saturday, April 21, 10:00a to 5:00p
and Sunday, April 22, 12noon to 7:00p

The African American Museum in Philadelphia
proudly presents part of their "A Moment in Jazz Weekend"
Lifeline Music Coalition's Tribute to the Legacy of Philly Trumpeter LEE MORGAN
Featuring WARREN OREE's ARPEGGIO JAZZ ENSEMBLE
7th and Arch Streets in Philly
Admission is FREE
For more info visit The AAMP Website


Sunday, April 22 at 7:00p
The Clef Club of Jazz & Performing Arts & The Lifeline Music Coalition
proudly present
Saxophonists ODEAN POPE & MARSHALL ALLEN
MEET THE SONIC LIBERATION FRONT
Your Host WRTI's J. MICHAEL HARRISON

736-38 S. Broad Street (at Fitzwater on The Avenue of The Arts) in Philly
Admission $15.00
For more info visit The SLF Website


Tuesday, April 24 at 7:30p (and every Tuesday)
D'Angelo' Ristorante and Lounge
proudly presents "The Tuesday Night House Party" featuring
Your Host Pianist TOM ADAMS and His Trio
Philly's Smartest Open Mic - No Cover - No Sign-up
256 South 20th Street in Philly
Please call for more information 215-546-3935


Wednesday, April 25 from 8:00p to 11:00p
The Kimmel Center Sittin' In Series
proudly presents On The Plaza Stage
Pianist ORRIN EVANS and His Captain Black Big Band
Broad & Spruce Streets in Philly
Admission FREE
Please call for more information 215-790-5800


Thursday, April 26 - Shows from 7:30p to 10:00p
Doors open at 7:00p - Series Every Thursday until May 10

The Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation & The Tropicana Casino and Resort
proudly present
SPRING JAZZ @ THE TROPICANA CASINO & RESORT
This Time Featuring Trumpeter EDDIE MORGAN & REK'D 4 Jazz
In The Top Of The Trop on The 20th Floor, North Tower

Brighton Avenue & The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets available at The Trop Box Office, Ticketmaster 1-800-745-3000
and Henrietta Shelton 609-841-6897 or 609-441-9064
Please check for artist schedules and ticket orices for each concert at The Chicken Bone Beach Website

Tropicana Room Package $39.99 for One Thursday Night During The Series
For reservations call 1-800-345-8767 and mention code TJAZZ
Proceeds to Benefit The 2012 Chicken Bone Beach Youth Jazz Camp


Thursday, April 26 at 7:00p
The Philadelphia Clef Club and J Zone Entertainment
proudly present
"Jazz to the Max"
Featuring JOHN COLEY's Smooth World of Jazz and Other Funky Things
with Special guests Suzanne Burgess and Roy Richardson

@ The Philadelphia Clef Club
736-38 S. Broad Street (At Fitzwater On the Avene of The Arts) in Philly
Admission $7.00 - $5.00 with Clef Club Membership (Be On Time, Seating is Limited)
For more info visit The J Zone Entertainment Website or The Clef Club Website


Thursday, April 26 at 7:30p and 8:30p
Abington Presbyterian Church Parrish Hall
proudly presents An Informal Evening of Jazz featuring
Guitarist MATT RICHARDS with the HOWARD MILLER group
and special guest vocalist Phillis Chapell

1082 Old York Road in Abington, PA
For more information 215-635-6311


Friday, April 27 at 6:00p
The Art Sanctuary
proudly presents An Evening of Jazz featuring
Drummer TONY DAY and The Across The Globe Band
with special guest vocalist ELLA GAHNT

16th and Bainbridge Streets in Philly


Saturday, April 28 from 3:00p until ??????
The Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz & Performing Arts
proudly presents
A CELEBRATION of THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS LOCAL 274
736-38 S. Broad Street (at Fitzwater on The Avenue of The Arts) in Philly
Join us for music, food and drink - Parking and admission are FREE
Please call for more information 215-893-9912


Sunday, April 29 from 7:00p to 9:00p
The Off-Broadway Theatre
proudly presents "Home Sweet Home"
Featuring Vocalist WENONAH BROOKS & Company
With Special guest Houston Person, tenor sax; Tatiana Fulmer, Special vocals;
Asron Graves, piano; Matt Parrish, bass; and Joe Brown, Jr., drums

5 S. Greenwood Avenue in Hopewell. NJ
Advance ticket $25.00 - $30.00 at the door - special for groups of 6 or more
Complimentary coffee & dessert - BYOB (wine or beer)
For tickets & more info call 908-249-3403


Sunday, April 29 Two Sets From 11:30a
Sharon's Sunday Jazz Brunch Fundraiser
proudly presents
The Clef Players Ensemble
with Lucky hompsom, drums; Lee Smith, bass; Jeff Knoettner, piano;
Michael Clay, sax & vocals; and James Dennis, trumpet
and Very Special Guest Vocalist Denise King

@ Old Pine Center (Wasson Hall), 401 Lombard Street in Philly
Tickets ONLY (One) $37.50 - (Two) $55.00 information call 856-248-0537
To purchase tickets online visit Opportunities PA Brunch Line
All proceeds benefit Opportunities Pa (Helping Homeless Young Adults Become Self Sufficient)
For more info call 215-779-6827


May 2012


Wednesday, May 2 (and Every First Wednesday) from 7:30p to 9:00p
The Jazz Bridge and The Kennett Square Flash
proudly present Your Hostess Barbara Montgomery
With A Live Concert featuring this time
Saxophonist LYNN RILEY & World Mix
In Kennett Square, Pa.
Admission $10.00 per adult, $5.00 per student
For information call 215-517-8337


Wednesday, May 2 (and Every First Wednesday) from 7:30p to 9:00p
The Jazz Bridge and The Cheltenham Center for The Arts
proudly present Your Host Dave Posmontier
With A Live Concert featuring this time
Trumpeter/EVI player JOHN SWANA & his band
In Cheltenham, Pa.
Admission $10.00 per adult, $5.00 per student
For information call 215-517-8337


Thursday, May 3 - Shows from 7:30p to 10:00p
Doors open at 7:00p - Series Every Thursday until May 10

The Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation & The Tropicana Casino and Resort
proudly present
SPRING JAZZ @ THE TROPICANA CASINO & RESORT
This Time Featuring SUZETTE ORTIZ & Friends
In The Top Of The Trop on The 20th Floor, North Tower

Brighton Avenue & The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets available at The Trop Box Office, Ticketmaster 1-800-745-3000
and Henrietta Shelton 609-841-6897 or 609-441-9064
Please check for artist schedules and ticket orices for each concert at The Chicken Bone Beach Website

Tropicana Room Package $39.99 for One Thursday Night During The Series
For reservations call 1-800-345-8767 and mention code TJAZZ
Proceeds to Benefit The 2012 Chicken Bone Beach Youth Jazz Camp


Thursday, May 3 at 7:00p
The Philadelphia Clef Club and JZone Entertainment
proudly present The Thursday Jazz & Soul Meetup Series
With A Live Concert featuring this time
Saxophonist MARION SALAAM & The Clef Players Ensemble
736-38 S. Broad Street (at Fitzwater on The Avenue of The Arts) in Philly
Admission $7.00, $5.00 with membership card
For information call 215-893-9912


Thursday, May 3 (and Every First Thursday) from 7:30p to 9:00p
The Jazz Bridge and The Collingswood Cummunity Center
proudly present Your Host Suzanne Cloud
With A Live Concert featuring this time
Guitarist JEF LEE JOHNSON & his band
In Collingswood, NJ
Admission $10.00 per adult, $5.00 per student
For information call 215-517-8337


Saturday, May 5 from 7:00p to 10:00p)
The LaRose Jazz Club
proudly presents "The Latin Side of Jazz" featuring
Pianist Suzzette Ortiz and Her Band
with William Morales, bass; Jonathan Katz, sax; Augusto Febres, congas;
Angel "Cuco" Castellanos, Cajon/percussion; and Rene Ginett, vocals

5531 Germantown Avenue in Philly
Advance ticket $20.00 - At the door $25.00
Please call for more information Kim Tucker 215-280-2254


Tuesday, May 8 at 7:30p (and every Tuesday)
D'Angelo' Ristorante and Lounge
proudly presents "The Tuesday Night House Party" featuring
Your Host Pianist TOM ADAMS and His Trio
Philly's Smartest Open Mic - No Cover - No Sign-up
256 South 20th Street in Philly
Please call for more information 215-546-3935


Wednesday, May 9 from 6:15p to 10:00p
The High Note Cafe
proudly presents In Concert
Vocalist DENISE MONTANA
13th and Tasker Streets in Philly
For more details call 215-755-8900


Thursday, May 10 - Shows from 7:30p to 10:00p
Doors open at 7:00p

The Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation & The Tropicana Casino and Resort
proudly present
SPRING JAZZ @ THE TROPICANA CASINO & RESORT
This Time Featuring THE SONNY KEATON QUARTET
In The Top Of The Trop on The 20th Floor, North Tower

Brighton Avenue & The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets available at The Trop Box Office, Ticketmaster 1-800-745-3000
and Henrietta Shelton 609-841-6897 or 609-441-9064
Please check for artist schedules and ticket prices for each concert at
The Chicken Bone Beach Website

Tropicana Room Package $39.99 for One Thursday Night During The Series
For reservations call 1-800-345-8767 and mention code TJAZZ
Proceeds to Benefit The 2012 Chicken Bone Beach Youth Jazz Camp


Thursday, May 10 at 7:00p
The Philadelphia Clef Club and JZone Entertainment
proudly present The Thursday Jazz & Soul Meetup Series
With A Live Concert featuring this time
JWynn and Side by Sol
736-38 S. Broad Street (at Fitzwater on The Avenue of The Arts) in Philly
Admission $7.00, $5.00 with membership card
For information call 215-893-9912


Thursday, May 10 from 7:00p to 10:00p)
Chris' Jazz Cafe
proudly presents
Saxophonist DAVE WILSON and his band
with Kirk Reese, piano; Rob Swanson, bass;& Harry "Butch" Reed, drums

1421 Sansom Street in Philly
Adults ticket $10.00 - Students $5.00
Please call for more information 215-568-3131


Saturday, May 12 from 7:00p to 11:00p
Jackson Entertainment Poductions
proudly presents "A Mother's Day Weekend Extravaganza" featuring
Blues Shouter FRANK BEY & The Swing City Band
also "DIRECTION 3-5-6"
Your Host WDAS's DOUG HENDERSON, JR.

The Chesilhurst Community Center
511 Edwards Avenue in Chisilhurst, NJ
For tickets & more information, please call 267-977-3647


Saturday, May 12 at 7:30p
The Music Workshop of Berwyn
proudly presents In Concert
Vocalist/pianist ALEXANDRA DAY
@The Performance Annex - 6 Main Avenue
(right off of Lancaster Avenue), Berwyn, PA
Cover $10.00 - All ages are welcome!
For more details about BYOB visit The Music Workshop Website


Mothers Day Sunday, May 13 at 5:00p
The Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion
proudly presents "A Concert Dedicated To Victims of Gun Violence and Their Families"
featuring
Vocalist BARBARA MONTGOMERY
with Tom Lawton, piano; Lee Smith, bass; and Ed Dennis, drums

2110 Chestnut Street in Philly
For information call 215-567-3668
or visit The Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion Website


Sunday Mother's Day Jazz Show, May 13 3:00p to 8:00p
The Bainbridge Club
proudly presents Chef Bernard's Gourmet Buffet Dinner
Featuring
GREG MOORE & his group
1529 Bainbridge Street in Center City Philly
Advance tickets $30.00 per person
Please call for tickets & more information 215-985-1122


Sunday Mothers Day, May 13 from 4:00p to 6:00p
The Charles Albert Tindley Institute
proudly presents "Jazz, Jive and Praise" In The Jazz Cafe
Featuring
THE ORGAN SANCTUARY OF JAZZ
with Dan Kostelnik, organ; Webb Thomas, drums; and Ella Gahnt, vocals

Tindley Temple Unitd Methodist Church
750-762 S. Broad Street in Philly
Donation $20.00
For tickets call Office 215-735-0442 or Melanie 215-760-0390


Sunday Mother's Day Brunch, May 13
The World Cafe Live
proudly presents
Featuring
M-I-N-A-S
with Orlando and Patricia

3025 Walnut Street in Philly
Please call for more information 215-222-1400


Tuesday, May 15 at 7:30p (and every Tuesday)
D'Angelo' Ristorante and Lounge
proudly presents "The Tuesday Night House Party" featuring
Your Host Pianist TOM ADAMS and His Trio
Philly's Smartest Open Mic - No Cover - No Sign-up
256 South 20th Street in Philly
Please call for more information 215-546-3935


Wednesday, May 16 (and Every Third Wednesday) from 7:30p to 9:00p
The Jazz Bridge and The Unitarian Universalist Chutch
proudly present Your Host Denise Montana
With A Live Concert featuring this time
Vocalist DENISE MONTANA & her band
with Tony Micelli, vibes; Steve Beskrone, bass; and Jim Hamilton, percussion

In Media, Pa.
Admission $10.00 per adult, $5.00 per student
FREE Buffet to celebrate the season - Bring a dish to share and enjoy
For information call 215-517-8337 or 610-475-3011


Thursday, May 17 at 7:00
The Philadelphia Clef Club and JZone Entertainment
proudly present The Thursday Jazz & Soul Meetup Series
With A Live Concert featuring this time
Philly's class act Vocalist ELLA GAHNT and her trio
with Aaron Graves, piano; Craig Thomas, bass; and Webb Thomas, drums

736-38 S. Broad Street (at Fitzwater on The Avenue of The Arts) in Philly
Admission $7.00, $5.00 with membership card
For information call 215-893-9912


Thursday, May 17 (and Every Third Thursday) from 7:30p to 9:00p
The Jazz Bridge and The Society Hill Playhouse
proudly present Your Host Suzanne Cloud
With A Live Concert featuring this time
Bassist/Vocalist MIMI JONES and her band
In Jazz at The Playhouse in Philly
Admission $10.00 per adult, $5.00 per student
FREE Buffet to celebrate the season - Bring a dish to share and enjoy
For information call 215-517-8337 or 610-475-3011


Thursday, May 17 from 6:30p to 8:30p
Regol Concerts and Jack's Deli/Restaurant
proudly present A New Monthly Concert Series featuring
THE AL HARRIISON DIXIELAND BAND
8500 Busleton Avenue in Philly
Tickets are $18.00 and $15.00 for groups of 10 or more (Includes dinner)
For reservations and more information call 215-528-0582


Saturday, May 19 from 11:00a to 6:00p FREE Entertainment on 5 Stages
The Mann Music Center
special presentation "The Jazz Coffee House" featuring
Vocalist ELLA GAHNT and her trio from 5:30p (SHARP) to 6:00p
with Aaron Graves, piano; Craig Thomas, bass; and Webb Thomas, drums

Near 52nd Street and Parkside Avenue (In Fairmount Park) in Philly
Admission is FREE
For more information, please call 215-878-0400


Saturday, May 19 at 7:30p
The Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation and
The Richard Stockton College - Dante Hall Theatre of The Arts
proudly present "A Birthday Celebration For, and Concert" Featuring
Multi-instrumentalist SONNY FORTUNE and his quartet
14 N. Mississippi Avenue in Atlantic City, NJ
Tickts are $30.00
For tickets and more information, please call 609-347-2167


Saturday, May 19 from 9:00p to 12:00a
The Paris Bar
proudly presents In Concert
Vocalist DENISE MONTANA
2303 Fairmount Avenue in Philly


Sunday, May 20th 4:30p
The African American Museum in Philadelphia
proudly presents Live Jazz
Featuring
Drummer TONY DAY and The Across the Globe Band
with special guest vocalist ELLA GAHNT

7th and Arch Streets in Philly
For more info visit The AAMP Website


Sunday, May 20 (and the 3rd Sunday of each month) at 5:00p
The Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion
proudly presents "A Jazz Bridge Concert Dedicated To Jazz Musicians In Need"
This time featuring
Vocalist SUZANNE CLOUD
with Jim Ridl, piano; Steve Beskrone, bass, and Jim Miller, drums

2110 Chestnut Street in Philly
For information call 215-567-3668
or visit The Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion Website


Sunday, May 20, 3:00p 'til ??? (Rain or Shine)
The 5th Annual Joan E. Williams Jazz Bar-B-Q
proudly presents Live Jazz
Featuring
THE POLLITT POSSE with Alfie Pollitt, keys; Bob Pollitt, Tenor; Marvin Pollitt, percussion
Plus Ronnie Burrage, traps; Marvin Horne, guitar; Charles Beasley, bass; Omar hill, congas
with special guests The Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble

122 Emlen Avenue in Lawnside, NJ


Tuesday, May 22 at 7:30p (and every Tuesday)
D'Angelo' Ristorante and Lounge
proudly presents "The Tuesday Night House Party" featuring
Your Host Pianist TOM ADAMS and His Trio
Philly's Smartest Open Mic - No Cover - No Sign-up
256 South 20th Street in Philly
Please call for more information 215-546-3935


Thursday, May 24 at 7:00p
The Philadelphia Clef Club and JZone Entertainment
proudly present The Thursday Jazz & Soul Meetup Series
With A Live Concert featuring this time
THE CLEF POETRY PLETHORA Hosted by D LANTZ
736-38 S. Broad Street (at Fitzwater on The Avenue of The Arts) in Philly
Admission $7.00, $5.00 with membership card
For information call 215-893-9912


Tuesday, May 29 at 7:30p (and every Tuesday)
D'Angelo' Ristorante and Lounge
proudly presents "The Tuesday Night House Party" featuring
Your Host Pianist TOM ADAMS and His Trio
Philly's Smartest Open Mic - No Cover - No Sign-up
256 South 20th Street in Philly
Please call for more information 215-546-3935


Thursday, May 31 at 7:00p
The Philadelphia Clef Club and JZone Entertainment
proudly present The Thursday Jazz & Soul Meetup Series
With A Live Concert featuring this time
An Evening with Vocalist SHERRY BUTLER and her group
736-38 S. Broad Street (at Fitzwater on The Avenue of The Arts) in Philly
Admission $7.00, $5.00 with membership card
For information call 215-893-9912


June 2012


Friday, June 8 from 7:00p 'til ????
The Cleff Club
proudly presents The Al Grey Memorial Concert
Featuring
MIKE GREY & The Al Grey Legacy Band
with Delfayo Marsalis, trombone; Mac Gollehon, trumpet & valve trombone;
James Stewart, saxes; Solommen hicks, guitar & vocals; Noriko Como, keys & vocals;
Tyron Govan, drums; and other surprise guests!!

738 S. Broad Street in Philly
For tickets & more info visit The Clef Club Website


Friday, June 8 at 7:00p and 9:00p
The Firehouse Cafe
proudly presents In Concert
Violinist BEN SUTIN & His Quartet
@20 Washington Street, Mt. Holly, NJ
Cover $10.00
For more details and to make reservations visit The Firehouse Cafe Website


Friday, June 8 at 8:00p
Pamela Hetherington & The Lady Hoofers
proudly present Cross-Rhythms with
Saxophonist Jon Katz, bassist Steve Beskrone & drummer Matt Scarano
and The Philly Tap Legends

@ The Performance Garage, 1515 Brandywine Street in Philly
Admission $20.00
For more details and tickets call 215-882-1022 or visit The Lady Hoofers Website


Sunday, June 10 from 4:00p to 6:00p
The Charles Albert Tindley Temple Institute
proudly presents A Jazz Concert featuring
Drummer WEBB THOMAS & his trio
with special guest Vocalist Ella Gahnt

750 S. Broad Street (on The Avenue of The Arts) in Philly
Donation $20.00
Call for tickets, Melanie 215-760-0390 or Church Office 215-735-0442
Rev. Lillian Smith, Sr., Pastor


Sunday, June 10 from 2:00p to 4:00p
The Cape May Traditional Jazz Society
proudly presents In Concert
THE AMBASSADORS OF TRADITIONAL JAZZ
@The VFW, 419 Congress Street, Cape May, NJ
Admission $15.00 At The Door - All Are Welcome!
For more details email Bob Ashman


Saturday, June 16 at 7:30p and 10:00p
The Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation and
The Richard Stockton College - Dante Hall Theatre of The Arts
proudly present
Multi-dimensional keyboardist MARC CARY and his quartet
14 N. Mississippi Avenue in Atlantic City, NJ
Tickts are $30.00
For tickets and more information, please call 609-347-2167


Thursday, June 28 - Shows from 7:30p to 10:00p
Doors open at 7:00p

The Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation & The Tropicana Casino and Resort
proudly present
SPRING/SUMMER JAZZ @ THE TROPICANA CASINO & RESORT
This Time Featuring Philly's Class Act Vocalist ELLA GAHNT & Her Trio
with Tony Day, drums; Dan Kostelnik, keys; and Teddy Royal, guitar
In The Top Of The Trop on The 20th Floor, North Tower

Brighton Avenue & The Boardwalk in Atlantic City, NJ
Tickets available at The Trop Box Office, Ticketmaster 1-800-745-3000
and Henrietta Shelton 609-841-6897 or 609-441-9064
Please check for artist schedules and ticket prices for each concert at
The Chicken Bone Beach Website

Discounted Tropicana Room Package for One Thursday Night During The Series Is Available!!!
For reservations call 1-800-345-8767 and mention code TJAZZ
Proceeds to Benefit The 2012 Chicken Bone Beach Youth Jazz Camp


July 2012


Sunday, July 8 from 2:00p to 4:00p
The Cape May Traditional Jazz Society
proudly presents In Concert
THE ATLANTIC CITY JAZZ BAND
@The VFW, 419 Congress Street, Cape May, NJ
Admission $15.00 At The Door - All Are Welcome!
For more details email Bob Ashman


August 2012


Sunday, August 12 from 2:00p to 4:00p
The Cape May Traditional Jazz Society
proudly presents In Concert
THE RAGTIME REVIEW
@The VFW, 419 Congress Street, Cape May, NJ
Admission $15.00 At The Door
For more details email Bob Ashman


September 2012


Thursday, September 13 from 6:30p to 8:30p
The Cape May Traditional Jazz Society
proudly presents In Concert
Bassist ED WISE JAZZ & The New Orleans Jazz Band
@The VFW, 419 Congress Street, Cape May, NJ
Admission $15.00 At The Door
For more details email Bob Ashman





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