Jim
Wadsworth Productions /
Agency
&
Allan Harris Productions
invite you to the
ALL DAY JAZZ & WORLD MUSIC
APAP SHOWCASE
Hilton New York, Harlem Suite 4th Floor
1335 Avenue of the Americas / Conference Headquarters
Sunday January 13TH
Printable version of showcase schedule and
reservation registration form
&
Allan Harris Productions
invite you to the
ALL DAY JAZZ & WORLD MUSIC
APAP SHOWCASE
Hilton New York, Harlem Suite 4th Floor
1335 Avenue of the Americas / Conference Headquarters
Sunday January 13TH
Printable version of showcase schedule and
reservation registration form
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HILARIO
DURAN TRIO Multi-Juno award winning pianist Hilario Duran blends motifs of classic Cuban musical forms, Latin jazz, sophisticated be-bop voicings, and superb technical musicianship. Mark Miller of The Tononto Globe and Mail says “ These are bravura performances.” Showcase times 10:00AM, 12:30PM, 6:30PM, 9:00PM  Hilario
Duran's "New Danzon" |
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Allan
Harris “Long Live the King” The music of Nat 'King' Cole Somewhere along the line Allan Harris developed an almost eerie talent for evoking Cole's mellow baritone. Because it's a gift, not a gimmick, audiences soon become aware that Harris and Cole naturally share the same vocal wavelength.” The Washington Post Showcase times 4:30PM, 6:00PM, 7:30PM, 10:00PM Allan
Harris' "It's Only a Paper Moon" |
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Rachel
Z “The Joni Mitchell Project” Grammy winning pianist Rachel Z’s tribute to Joni Mitchell elaborates on the sophisticated harmonies and visual poetry of Mitchell's music while being true to Joni's beautiful melodies. “Ms. Z can take just about any mainstream material and turn them into startling art." John Fordam / London Guardian Showcase times 11:00AM, 1:00PM, 7:00PM, 11:00PM Rachel
Z's Joni Mitchell Project |
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Jovino
Santos Neto Brazilian pianist, flutist and composer, and two time Latin Grammy nominee. Jovino’s music is an elegant blend of high-energy Brazilian grooves, advanced harmonic concepts, lyrical melodies and inspired collective improvisations. Paul de Barros of The Seattle Times says "A brilliant and intuitive keyboard player and flutist." Showcase times 12:00Noon, 1:30PM, 3:00PM, 8:30PM Jovino
Santos Netos's "Estrela Do Mar" (Starfish) |
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Chuchito
Valdes 2007 Latin Grammy nominee Chuchito Valdes continues the legacy of great piano players from his historic family. Chuchito creates an exciting and energetic blend of spicy Caribbean rhythms and jazz that drives audiences wild. Don Heckman of the LA Times says “His playing clearly displays the significance of his extraordinary musical pedigree.” Showcase times 11:30AM, 2:00PM, 4:00PM, 9:30PM Chuchito
Valdes' "Solo de Piano" |
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Lorraine
Feather and Shelly Berg Down Beat Magazine calls them “energetic, enchanting and exceptional.” Lorraine and Shelly have exploded onto the jazz scene with Lorraine's ingenious lyrics and silky voice, Shelly's masterful piano playing, and their exceptional performances. This generation’s celebrated jazz lyricist and singer/songwriting team. Showcase times 9:30AM, 3:30PM, 5:30PM, 8:00PM Lorraine
Feather's "I Know the Way to Brooklyn" |
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Jesse Jones Jr. Jones Jones Jr. is a swinging, soulful alto saxophonist who displays his virtuosity by combining the swinging technique of Cannonball Adderley and the vivaciousness of Louis Jordan. Showcase times 10:30AM, 5:00PM Jesse
Jones Jr's "Soul Serenade" |
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Eric Reed “Tenor
Madness” Tenor Madness is a band led by pianist/composer Eric Reed that features the two tenor saxophones of Stacy Dillard & Seamus Blake. This modern quintet of young lions plays hard-hitting original compositions, as well as fresh arrangements on somewhat obscure tunes. No dull moments here! Showcase time 10:30 PM WE (Wycliffe Gordon and Eric Reed) WE is an acronym for the dynamic duo of Wycliffe & Eric as in trombonist Wycliffe Gordon and pianist Eric Reed. Their 20-year friendship is well-represented by an often comical rapport and light-hearted vocal selection or two, in addition to working in spirituals, blues, gospel tunes, original music and standards. Showcase time 11:25 PM |
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Fahir
Atakoğlu and Horacio “El Negro” Hernandez Turkish native Fahir Atakoğlu is an international award winning composer and pianist. An extraordinary talent at blending different musical cultures with striking originality. Multiple Grammy winning percussionist Horacio Hernandez is known for his brilliant rhythmic and musical drumming and is considered one of the top drummers in the world. Showcase time 2:30PM Fahir
Atakoğlu and Horacio Hernandez's" "Two Ways" |
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Come
hear the exquisite Fazioli piano Fazioli pianos are completely hand built in Italy to designs perfected over the course of more than twenty years by acoustic engineer, designer and pianist Paolo Fazioli. Fewer than 100 Faziolis are available world wide each year and Klavierhaus is particularly honored to have been chosen to represent these amazingly responsive instruments. Klavierhaus, 211 West 58th Street, New York, NY 212-245-4535 |
For Bookings, reservations and more information contact:
Jim Wadsworth Productions
Steve Frumkin □ 330-405-9075
wadsworthjazz@sbcglobal.net
www.jwpjazz.com
Americas Hall 1, Booth 504
Allan Harris Productions
Pat Harris □ (212) 862-3301
timura@allanharris.com
www.allanharris.com
Americas Hall 1, Booth 427