Cornelia Street Cafe
29 Cornelia Street
Greenwich Village, NY 10014

Tel: 212-989-9319
Fax: 212-243-4207
Web: corneliastreetcafe.com

This Month at Cornelia Street Cafe

Mon  Mar 07  
AMRAM & CO  
FROM CHENGDU CHINA TO CHARLES STREET: AT HOME AROUND THE WORLD
This series explores in his highly personable, generous and informal style the astonishing variety of David Amram's interests and accomplishments--renowned composer of symphonic classical music, jazz compositions, improvisation, spoken word, scat, he sits at the piano, schmoozes about music, about the greats, the beats, the obscure, the legendary; plays the French horn, pulls out all kinds of instruments (flutes, drums, horns) gathered from his many circumnavigations of the globe, pulls in guests drawn from just about every artistic walk of life.  
8:30PM    Cover $10  

Tue  Mar 08  
ARTURO O'FARRILL Y RIZA NEGRA  
(Arturo O'Farrill, piano; Rafi Torn, percussion; Rafi Malakiel, trombone; Emilio Valdez, drums; Peter Brainin, tenor sax)

Arturo O'Farrill y Riza Negra - Explorations in Latin Jazz
Arturo O'Farrill, son of the legendary Cuban composer/bandleader Chico O'Farrill and musical director of the Lincoln Center Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra, performs at the Cornelia Street Cafe every second Tuesday of the month.

Arturo is currently on tour w/ the Lincolin Center Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra throughout the United States and recently had a premiere performance in Shanghai, China, yet he is still making time for his Y Riza Negra performances at Cornelia Street.

One of the highlights of this incredible musical opportunity, for both listeners and younger musicians: Arturo, the consummate teacher, is offering both a student discount rate and the opportunity for jazz students to sit in with his band during the second set.

This performance is a rare opportunity to see this high-energy, exceptionally gifted artist perform with his trio in the intimate setting of The Cornelia Street Cafe's 60-seat downstairs lounge.
8:30PM    Cover $10  
Arturo O'Farrill, piano;  Emilio Valdez, drums;  Rafi Torn, percussion;  Rafi Malakiel, trombone;  Peter Brainin, tenor sax

Wed  Mar 09  
RIBS & BRISKET REVUE  
(Paul Shaprio, saxophone, vocals; Babi Floyd, vocals; Cilla Owens, vocals; Booker King, bass; Tony Lewis, drums; Brian Mitchell, piano)

Back in the 30's and 40's bluesy, comedic, swing musicians like Louie Jordan and Cab Calloway made some great music that still sounds fresh today. Yiddish was a pretty active street language in New York City at that time, and it was woven into the music. You had Slim Gaillard singing "Matzo Balls", Mildred Bailey recording "A Bee Gezindt", and Calloway's hysterical yiddish/gibberish cantillation intro to "Ot Azoy" (That's the Way).

Paul Shapiro celebrates this interplay of 40's hipster swing with some Yiddish thrown in at the Cornelia Street Cafe. Calling it the Ribs and Brisket Revue*, the saxophonist/composer features Babi Floyd, (of Keith Richard's Expensive Winos et al) and Cilla Owens (one of New York's best kept secrets). They will be backed by musicians from Paul's CD "Midnight Minyan", on Tzadik Records, which was released last year.  
*Paul was visited in a dream state by the ghost of Fats Waller who convinced him that R&B originally stood for Ribs & Brisket  
8:30PM    Cover $8  

Thu  Mar 10  
CORNELIA STREET CAFE'S "The Gnu Vox Series" : DAVID DEVOE/JULIA DOLLISON  
(David Devoe, voice; Julia Dollison, voice; Terry McManis, guitar; Matt Clohesy, bass; Ted Poor, drums)
8:30PM       www.daviddevoe.com  

Fri  Mar 11  
JEREMY STEIG QUARTET  
Jeremy Steig, flute;    Vic Juris, guitar;    Cameron Brown, bass;  Anthony Pinciotti, drums

Come and hear the HOTTEST jazz flutist playing in NY. Jeremy Steig has played with Bill Evans, Art Blakey, Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Winter and many others. He brings with him three legendary musician.
9:00PM    Cover $12      www.jeremysteig.info  

Sat  Mar 12  
RORY STUART QUARTET  
(Rory Stuart, guitar; Mark Shim, tenor saxophone; Chris Tordini, bass; Dafnis Prieto, drums)
Described by JAZZ TIMES as ³perhaps THE most innovative straight-ahead jazz guitarist to emerge in years, "Rory Stuart brings his quartet with tenor saxophonist Mark Shim, acoustic bassist Chris Tordini, and drummer Dafnis Prieto to the Cornelia Street Café on Saturday March 12, 2005.  

Rory Stuart has performed as a sideman with a remarkable range of jazz artists, from Charlie Rouse to Errol Parker, Steve Coleman's Five Elements with Cassandra Wilson and Geri Allen to the Cadence All Stars, and has led highly-praised Quartets of his own. Rory also designed and teaches the advanced rhythm classes in New School University¹s Jazz Department, and a list of his recent students reads like a "Who's Who" of rising jazz stars.  
Rory's critically-acclaimed CD, "Hurricane," was reprinted by Sunnyside in 2004, complete with new artwork and liner notes. "Hurricane" received a four-star review in DOWNBEAT and was voted among the 10 best recordings of the year in CODA.  
At Cornelia Street Cafe, The Rory Stuart Quartet will feature newly recorded original compositions, challenging rhythmic elements, and a fiery performance.  
For his complete bio, as well as album reviews and photos, please visit  
9:00PM    Cover $10      www.rorystuart.com  

Sun  Mar 13  
JC SANFORD: TROSRACY  
(J.C. Sanford, trombone; Andy Laster, alto & baritone saxophone; Chris Bacas, tenor & soprano saophone)
Triocracy was formed when I decided that the horns should do a couple of numbers without the rhythm section on a sextet concert. Originally comprised of myself along with Allan Chase and Jason Hunter in Boston, the NYC version of Triocracy includes Andy Laster on alto/bari and Chris Bacas on tenor/soprano. On the whole, our repertoire is mainly spontaneous improvisation or tunes written as a vehicle for free improvisation, but there are some other flavors in the mix, including some works from the "classical" and pop worlds, along with a few standard jazz tunes where we actually play the changes.
8:30PM       www.jcsanford.com  

Upcoming Shows


Mon  Mar 14  
COMPOSERS COLLABORATIVE INC PRESENTS: SERIAL UNDERGROUND  
(Jed Distler, piano, composer; Ed Schmidt, words & performance; Joshua Fried, composer)
CCI's multidisciplinary productions will be serialized in monthly installments. Musical breaks provided by members of The Mighty CCI House Band, other regulars such as Kathleen Supové, Justine Chen, Jenny Lin, and SURPRISE GUESTS. This month:

THE GOLD STANDARD(mvt 1-4) by Ed Schmidt and Jed Distler.

Everbest, Virgil: the rules of portrait sitting (20-minute excerpt) w. Sean Gulete, Gerald Busby and Nancy Castle on headphones. Plus Virgil Thomson piano portraits  

PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:  
Arnold Barkus, director
David Lovett, lighting designer
Justine Chen, composer
Jed Distler, pianist/composer
Joshua Fried, composer
R. Erica Doyle, poet
Vlada Yaneva, piano
Christian Hebel, violin
Cecee Pantikian, violin
Jody Redhage, cello

Telephone for advance sale tickets: 212-663-1967  
all major credit card accepted: AMEX, MC, Visa  
Advance purchase tickets (incl. one house drink): $15
Tickets purchased at the door on day of perf (incl. one house drink): $20
8:30PM       www.composerscollab.org  

Tue  Mar 15  
SPIROS EXARAS LATIN-JAZZ TRIO
featuring Phoenix Rivera and Ricardo Rodriguez with Barbara Martinez on vocals
and special guset Grammy winner DAVE VALENTIN
8:30PM www.spirosexaras.com

Wed  Mar 16  
THE SONGWRITER'S BEAT  
(Larry May; Ananda; Andy Guthrie; TBA)
Now in its 5th year, The Songwriter's Beat is New York's most popular acoustic songwriter's series, where songwriters are encouraged to perform new material in a supportive and intimate atmosphere.

Curated / hosted by multiple ASCAP Pop Award winner Valerie Ghent, The Songwriter's Beat features top up-and-coming songwriters. Each month four songwriters of varying musical styles perform original songs and are encouraged to try out their newest material and arrangements.

Founded in 2000 by Valerie Ghent, The Songwriter's Beat has presented over 185 phenomenal songwriters (hailing from all over the globe: from the US, UK, Australia, and Japan!) and keeps growing!

The Songwriter's Beat welcomes songwriters from around the world, so if you are planning your trip to New York, allow time for The Songwriter's Beat!
8:30PM    Hosted by   Valerie Ghent, host.    Cover $5      songwritersbeat.com  

Thu  Mar 17  
VAMPIRE SUIT & THE ZOO  
(VAMPIRE SUIT: Jay Vilnai, guitar; Gery Pickard, reeds; Skye Steel, violin; Mike Savino, bass; Kevin Garcia, percussion;  
THE ZOO: Mike Savino, bass; Sebastian Noelle, guitar; Zac Colwel, flute & saxophoe; K Ishibashi, violin; Mathias Kunzli, John Hadfield, percussion)
Vampire Suit creates a unique personal musical texture by drawing on musical traditions passed down through generations that takes you from the tribal dances of Northern Africa to the marshes of the Balkans to the cotton fields of the Delta. New traditional music for a generation that draws on so many traditions.  
"If Bram Stoker's imaginary Transylvania had a jazz scene, the music would sound something like this."  
-jazzreview.com
8:30PM       www.vilnaismusic.com  

Friday, March 18th from 9pm/ 2sets
ASYMMETRY
with Lucian Ban piano , Jorge Sylvester alto sax, Brad Jones bass, Derrek Phillips drums

The  ASYMMETRY QUARTET  - represents a new quartet from the creative partnership of pianist/alto saxophonist -  Lucian Ban and Jorge Sylvester. Having worked together in a dozen of projects and groups from trio & quartets/quintets to Jorge Sylvester's Conceptual Motion Orchestra the pair will present a new group featuring one of the best rhythm section in New York to say the least..They will perform a suite of new material written specially for this occasion underlining the unique voices of the members in the band. The musicians have each worked individually with an extraordinary array of musicians - almost a list "who's who"  - Brad Jones worked in the past with Ornette Coleman and  Elvin Jones and currently is the bassist in Dave Douglas band, Derrek Phillips collaborated and recorded with  Greg Osby, Vijay Iyer and is currently with The Charlie Hunter Trio, pianist Lucian Ban worked with Barry Altschul, Bob Stewart and Alex Harding and his group Lumination co-lead with baritonist Alex Harding was voted "one of the best shows of 2003" by All About Jazz. Their experience and creativity will surely bring a night of intense and powerful music.Not to miss !  .....

Sat  Mar 19  
ANAT FORT TRIO  
(Anat Fort, piano, composer; Gary Wang, bass; Roland Schneider, drums)
"You'll be hearing a lot more from Israeli-born pianist and composer Anat Fort shortly.  Her astonishing compositions and gift for band-leading recently caught the attention of ECM records ­ a disc is being readied for next year.  Here's your chance to catch her on the way up."  ­ K. Leander Williams, Time Out New York
9:00PM    Cover $10      www.anatfort.com  

Mon  Mar 21  
MARGOT LEVERET AND THE KLEZMER MOUNTAIN BOUYS  
(Margot Leveret, clarinet; Joe Selly, guitar; Marthy Confurius, bass & cello; Kenny Kosek, fiddle; Barry Mitterhof, mandolin/guitar)
Klezmer meets bluegrass! Klezmer clarinetist Margot Leverett joins forces with today's stars of klezmer and bluegrass to explore the shared musical spirit of two genres literally worlds apart. Appalachian and southern fiddle tunes by Bill Monroe meet klezmer melodies from pre-war Russia and Eastern Europe, some newly discovered. The resulting medleys and improvisations are at once raw, funny, melancholic and footstomping.   
8:30PM    Cover $8      www.klezmermountainboys.com  

Tue  Mar 22  
EYO ~ THE ELI YAMIN ORCHESTRA  
(Eli Yamin, piano; Ravi Best, trumpet; Brad Shigeta, trombone; Brad Leali, alto saxophone; Harold Ousley, tenor saxophone; Clare Daly, baritone saxophone; Tom Dempsey, guitar; Adam Bernstain, bass; Stefan Schatz, drums)
EYO ~ The Eli Yamin Orchestra pays tribute to Count Basie in the year of his centennial. Currently EYO is featured nationwide on the Count Basie Centennial Radio Project from National Public Radio. The group focuses on the good feeling and creativity of the soloists with adaptations of early Basie works like One O' Clock Jump, Jumpin' At the Woodside, Blue and Sentimental and Topsy. This tight knit group features Alto saxophonist Brad Leahli (Count Basie Orchestra, Harry Connick Jr. Orchestra), trumpeter Ravi Best (Lester Bowie's Brass Fantasy, Duke Ellington Orchestra) and baritone saxophonist Claire Daly ('04 Downbeat Pole Winner).  

Eli Yamin first heard Count Basie on the radio when he was in high school. The magical quality of Basie's piano and the extraordinary feeling of the band mesmerized him. This band made Yamin want to swing. By the late 1990's, Eli got his chance to swing as the pianist for 2 years with the Illinois Jacquet Big Band. Eli says, "Playing 'One O' Clock Jump' every night with a shouting, stompin' band and master tenor soloist was a high I'll never forget." It was this experience that inspired Eli to form the Eli Yamin Octet (EYO).  

In the year of Count Basie's Centennial, EYO is off to an auspicious start. The band features soloists who have played with different configurations of Basie's band and other top-flight musicians who bring a wealth of swinging, passionate musical experience. EYO arrangements are deeply rooted in the Basie repertoire of the 1930's. Call and response riffing figures, lots of blues and personality driven solos give the band a distinct and dynamic sound. EYO brings Basie's music into the future.  

"Heard thus, across the dark blocks lined with locust trees, through the night throbbing with the natural aural imagery of the blues, with high balling trains, departing bells, lonesome guitar chords simmering up from a shack in the alley, it was easy to imagine the voice as setting the pattern to which the instruments of the Blue Devils Orchestra and all the random sounds of night arose, affirming as it were, some ideal native to the time and to the landŠ." -Ralph Ellison on early Count Basie
8:30PM    Cover $12      www.eliyamin.com/ensembles  

Wed  Mar 23  
SOUL OF THE BLUES  
(Cadillac Moon)
This special edition of Soul of the Blues features.....Cadillac Moon and TBA

SOUL OF THE BLUES, NYC's premiere *inexpensive* live blues and soul music series, happens the fourth Wednesday of every month at Cornelia Street Cafe.  8:30PM       jonsobel.com  

Thu  Mar 24  
CORNELIA STREET CAFE'S NEW VOCAL SERIES: MONIKA HEIDEMANN/YOON SUN CHOI  
(Monica Heidemann, vocals; Khabu Doung Young, guitar; Matt Moran, vibraphone; Massimo Biolcati, bass; Take Toriyama, drums;  
4inObjects w/Yoon Sun Choi, vocals; Jacon Sacks, piano; Thomas Morgan, bass; Dan Weiss, drums)
Monika Heidemann blends jazz, rock and art-song into original compositions and poetic lyrics that are emotional, smart, and hip. Her warm, rich voice sings strong, mysterious melodies over music inspired by the improvisational element of jazz and her own musical vocabularies. She is supported by an all-star line-up of NYC musicians, Matt Moran-Vibes, Khabu Doug-Young- Guitar, Massimo Biolcati- Bass, and Take Toriyama- Drums. Monika is currenty recording her first solo, self-produced album to be released in the spring (with the above lineup). ?
"Possessed of a very fine voice and an original style, I consider Monika one of the most promising and talented young musicians that I know.?  -Steve Lacy

4inObjects is a collective that features Yoon Sun Choi on vocals. This quintet will be performing originals, pop tunes and the odd standard in ways that challenge the boundaries of progressive jazz.  8:30PM       www.yoonchoi.com  

Fri  Mar 25  
JOHN MCNEIL  
(John McNeil, trumpet)
John McNeil is back on the fourth friday of March, April and May, presenting a new project each time.
9:00PM    Cover $10      www.mcneiljazz.com  

Sat  Mar 26  
WOLFGANG SCHALK QUARTET  
(Wolfgang Schalk, guitar; Dave Kikoski, piano; Andy McKee, bass; Ian Froman, drums)

Wolfgang Schalk will perform new compositions and songs from his upcoming album "Space Messengers," which will be Wolfgang's fourth CD.

"A native of Austria who now lives in New York City, Schalk has garnered international acclaim as a talented composer and guitarist. His style is smooth and his sound exudes a harmonious and melodic voice that's familiar and warm...(which is reminiscent of early an George Benson, with its rapid solo and chord runs)...The jazz guitar is a most beautiful and underrated instrument, and it's nice to hear it in the hands of a capable musician such as Wolfgang Schalk".  
-Allaboutjazz  

Schalk's music today...defies strict classification. This isn't to say that his pieces are radically altering the fabric of jazz playing as we know it, only that Schalk refuses to paint himself in a corner, a feat which can be very easy for a jazz guitarist. - JAZZIZ,/i>

"The guitarist comes with a new album, which is reminiscent of Pat Metheney's hippest record sessions...Wolfgang Schalk plays a dominant modern jazz guitar...An experienced composer, Schalk adds to the 'modern standard book' with his original compositions. Rainbows in the Night is an outstanding jazz guitar record."  
- Concerto  

With heartfelt sincerity and dedication to guitar greats such as Wes Montgomery and George Benson, jazz guitarist Wolfgang Schalk interprets his vision and love for the jazz guitar dialect. Rainbows in the Night is a thoughtful and earnest recording. The compositions are seemingly not intended to highlight a blistering jam session, but more a mellow sense of swing. Wolfgang Schalk, like most musicians of his caliber, has been on the jazz scene for a while. A native of Austria who now lives in New York City, Schalk has garnered international acclaim as a talented composer and guitarist. His style is smooth and his sound exudes a harmonious and melodic voice that's familiar and warm. The new recording features impressive musicians, including notables Dave Kikoski on piano and Andy Mckee on bass. The quartet is made complete with fine rhythm work by drummer Ian Froman. Schalk wrote all of the compositions, which display his spectrum of skills from the semi-cooker 'Mystify'? (which is reminiscent of early an George Benson, with its rapid solo and chord runs), to the cool groove "What's That"? (which reflects the group cohesiveness centered around very nice soloing from Schalk and Kikoski). Bassist Andy Mckee's delivers strong lines and soloing on the opener "Waltz in Blue"? which also shows the creativity of drummer Froman. Schalk's fretboard skills are equally proficient on acoustic guitar as well, revealing a dynamic and bright tone on the beautiful and lovely "Styrian Impressions"? and the blissful final selection "Sonnenregen"?. The jazz guitar is a most beautiful and underrated instrument, and it's nice to hear it in the hands of a capable musician such as Wolfgang Schalk.  
- Allaboutjazz  

"The guitarist comes with a new album, which is reminiscent of Pat Metheney's hippest record sessions...Wolfgang Schalk plays a dominant modern jazz guitar... An experienced composer, Schalk adds to the 'modern standard book' with his original compositions. Rainbows in the Night is an outstanding jazz guitar record."  
Concerto [four stars out of five]  

"Fortunately, there is a new CD on the market from Austrian guitarist Wolfgang Schalk. The Wolfgang Schalk Quartet comes with a strong reputation. The guitarist enriches mainstream guitar jazz with his original compositions. The quartet (Wolfgang Schalk guitar/Dave Kikoski piano/Andy McKee bass and Ian Froman drums) is in wonderful harmony, especially Dave Kikoski who adds magic to Wolfgang Schalk's moody sound. Bebop, jazz waltz and lyrical ballads are in unity. Sometimes Wes Montgomery jumps in and congratulates and so do we."  
Jazzzeit [four stars out of five]  

The guitar isn't Wolfgang Schalk's first instrument. He began his musical career playing the drums³ on a set he built at the age of six. A few years later, he took up the accordion. Finally at 15, he picked up a guitar. And the lessons learned on those two other disparate instruments continue to color his playing. Schalk's music today seems to be influenced by this journey. It defies strict classification. This isn't to say that his pieces are radically altering the fabric of jazz playing as we know it, only that Schalk refuses to paint himself in a corner, a feat which can be very easy for a jazz guitarist. First and foremost, Schalk's music is jazz. But he treats the genre like a buffet: a scoop of Wes Montgomery (a primary guitar influence), a dollop of '70s funk, and a splash of fusion. Schalk's funk and fusion leanings are evident on his recently re-released 1996 album The Second Third Man, which refers to an elusive film character in an Orson Welles movie. Some of the songs are as elusive, such as "150 Miles", which opens with an almost manic melodic line that dissolves into what can be best described as a jazz shuffle. Also notable is the title track, which features Michael Brecker on saxophone and employs a keyboard funk groove that brings to mind groups such as Soulive and Galactic. Last year's Rainbows in the Night is an altogether different affair. Schalk pares his lineup to four members, two of whom (pianist Dave Kikoski and bassist Andy Mckee) are members of the Mingus Big Band. Schalk's pieces are more traditional in scope, such as "Waltz in Blue (for Hildegard)". while other numbers point in different musical directions. The standout track on the record is "Where Are You From"? a 10-minute piece that moves along at a leisurely pace and features a beautiful melody. Additionally, the soloing throughout is thoughtf ul and fluid. The completely different textures of these two albums can only make a listener hope to expect more unexpected (and good) things from Schalk and his guitar. Good thing he gave up the accordion.  
- JAZZIZ  

"The guitarist's pieces are marked by an open attitude and a bit of gloss and each side of the equation makes the music memorable."  
- The village voice  
9:00PM    Cover $10      www.wolfgangschalk


Sun  Mar 27  
CHIP SHELTON QUINTET ­ CD RELEASE PARTY  
(Chip Shelton, flutes, vocals, percussion; Roy Meriwether, piano; Santi Debriano, bass; George Gray, drums; Lou Volpe, guitar; PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS)
This CD release party celebrates the 5th Chip Shelton release, Have Flute Will Travel Stop 1, Berlin, recorded 10/03 at Berlin's A-Trane Jazz Club, and released 11/04 on Summit Records. It begins a unique series of live recordings around the world. A second outing to Cairo, Egypt, recorded 6/04, is slated for anticipated 2005 release.

The high-energy cast of NY-based, world-renowned musicians Chip has assembled for this Cornelia Steet re-enactment of the live-in-Berlin recording will cover many "musical bases" within the Jazz genre, flowing seamlessly between diverse feels: swing, waltz, latin, bossa, samba, reggae, soul, and more.      
8:30PM    Cover $10      www.chipshelton.com  

Mon  Mar 28  
21 CENTURY SCHIZOID MUSIC PRESENTS: JOEL HARRISON  
(Joel Harrison, guitar)
8:30PM    Cover $10      www.joelharrison.com  

Tue  Mar 29  
ALLISON MILLER GROUP  
NYC-based drummer Allison Miller defies all boundaries, playing many styles of music well. Allison, who has been drumming for 20 years, has developed into a well-rounded, versatile musician. She brings her individual sound to many types of music while preserving their stylistic authenticity. Allison goes from playing with pop legend Natalie Merchant to touring Eurasia as a Jazz Ambassador presenting the music of Louis Armstrong to touring Europe with avant-garde saxophonist Marty Ehrlich. She approaches each of these musical situations with her own stylistic identity and a creative, fresh and energetic approach.
8:30PM       www.allisonmiller.com  

Wed  Mar 30  
KIM KALESTI/MARION COWINGS  
(Kim Kalesti, vocals; Marion Cowings, vocals; w/ piano trio)
"The way they alternate leads and then blend their harmony adds to the rhythmic impetus of the swinging numbers. Although they scat well, they are able to impart a true jazz feeling before they ever get to the wordless improvisation. Kalesti and Cowings are not only sensitive passionate singers, but are giving entertainers and true troupers".  
Ira Gitler

"One of the joys of listening to Kim and Marion is that they have so many ways of presenting their talents. Each is a gifted soloist, they blend and entwine their voices, either might take the lead. They can sing in straight unison or strange harmonies, they can caress a lyric or go into educated scatting. In short they are full of surprises and never sound routine". - Dan Morgenstern

"I have had the privilege, pleasure and honor of sharing the bill as well as working with this marvelously talented twosome. Marion Cowings and Kim Kalesti are two fantastic singers who are collectively and individually superb".  - Clark Terry

"The experienced duo have the ability to show enjoyment and greatness of vocals at the same time".  
Shoichi Yui

Award winning producer Kiyoshi "Boxman" Koyama produced Kim and Marion's first international hit cd, EmArcy PHCE-5022 "Kim and Marion" with Kenny Barron piano, Eddie Gomez bass, Al Foster drums and Gary Bartz sax. Shortly after its release they were invited to headline Japan's Blue Note Jazz Clubs winning rave reviews from Japan's most celebrated critics and aficionados.
8:30PM       www.kimkalesti.com  

March 31, Ximo Tebar & The Champs
Ximo Tebar, guitar, Dario Boente, piano & keyboards, Ricky Rodriguez, bass, Victor Jones, drums

The Witchcraft of Jazz
"The Champs is the new project by Ximo Tebar. This eclectic guitarist from Spain is held by the specialized media as one of the best European jazz musicians. Each and every of his concerts is a delight for jazz and fusion lovers alike. His band alive produces truly elitist results by mixing sequences of pure jazz with fusion related sounds that both jazz lovers and lay audiences will enjoy. www.ximotebar.com
8:30PM

Thu  Mar 31  
6:00PM SIMON LOEKLE WILL READ POEMS BY WOMEN
Angelo Verga, host   
Saturday morning WBAI radio producer renders poetry by women. We think edna st vincent millay will  make an appearance, maybe. Loekle, will read (in his own operatic way) poems by women. Loekle's Stand Up Academy program is called "Ladies Night" (which hopefully won't offend new age puritans or the politically correct).  
Cover $10  (includes one house drink)