jazz around town A weekly live jazz update for Jazz Club of Sarasota members.
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THIS WEEK’S LIVE JAZZ Tell your hosts and servers the Jazz Club sent you! Special thanks to Jazz Club Member musicians, featured in bold below. Contact us today to learn more about membership for musicians, and start seeing your listings in bold!
EVENTS ARE SENT IN BY THE MUSICIANS OR ESTABLISHMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU CHECK WITH THE ESTABLISHMENTS TO CONFIRM THE SCHEDULES BELOW! |
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The musicians and venues listed below are provided as a service to Jazz Club members and supporters. Please verify scheduled performances directly with the establishments. We rely on submissions for accuracy. Please submit your submissions to admin@jazzclubsarasota weekly to insure the correct information is being sent. This
e-mail is sent out each Wednesday.
Listings in bold and blue indicate this artist or group is a proud member of the Jazz Club of Sarasota!
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Artsy August is back! Wednesday, August 27, 5-7 p.m. Sarasota’s Hotel Indigo Love the arts? Looking for some cool fun on a hot summer’s eve? Then head on over to Artsy August at Hotel Indigo on Wed., August 27! This popular event, co-produced by West Coast Woman and Hotel Indigo, will showcase area arts organization at a mini “arts expo” where guests can come and visit with a variety of organizations and obtain season schedules, sign up for newsletters, ask questions about upcoming shows and, most of all, enjoy a lovely evening with your friends. The event is open to all, but arts lover will want to come and support their favorite organizations while learning more about others. The cost is right: free and there will be complimentary light bites by the culinary team at Hotel Indigo. A cash bar will be available and please remember to bring school supplies for Mothers Helping Mothers. For everyone who brings supplies (backpacks, pens, pencils, calculators, notebooks, markers), we’ll draw a name and give the winner a lovely gift. Make sure you visit all the arts organizations and get your “arts passport” stamped by the participating organizations and you’ll be eligible for one of two prizes offered by Hotel Indigo: a free dinner for two and a night’s stay. A RSVP is greatly appreciated so we can prepare things like supplies and food. RSVP by calling West Coast Woman at 954-3300 or email them at [email protected]. No tickets will be issued – just come and have a super artsy time! |
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 THE FOUR FRESHMEN SOCIETY 27TH ANNUAL CONVENTION OCTOBER 2-4, 2014 Doubletree Tampa Airport Westshore The Four Freshmen will be performing both Friday and Saturday nights. The Dan McMillion Big Band will accompany the Freshmen at the Friday night concert. Everyone is invited to join the three-day event by becoming a member of the Four Freshmen Society which includes all daytime events, a Thursday night jam session and dinner and concerts both Friday and Saturday night. To register (and join the Four Freshmen Society), go to www.ffs2014.com
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| Thursday, July 24
Martin & Hamilton: 1-3 p.m. Every Thursday with Jim Martin on trumpet and flugelhorn, Dick Hamilton on trombone, alto horn, flute and piano, John DeWitt on bass and Johnny Moore on drums. “Special Guests this week will be Bill Carmichael and Betty Comora.” Sr. Friendship Center, 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota. 941-955-2122.
The Good Time Groove: 2-4 p.m. A rather large big band, is now “in residence” every Thursday afternoon at Bay Village, 8400 Vamo Road, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-966-5611.
The very popular Jazz Band, Ingroov, is rehearsing every Thursday afternoon in July from 2-4 pm at Hope Lutheran Church, 14200 Hopewell Ave in Gulf Cove in preparation for the upcoming season this fall. The public is invited to sit in on the rehearsal and it is free. Rehearsals are fun and you hear the great music of the big band era. Jazz Izz It: 6-9p.m. Deborah Opie on vocals, Mike Parmelee on keyboard, Ernie Williford on bass, and Randy Opela on drums. Allegro Bistro, 1740 E. Venice Ave., Venice. Reservations 941-484-1889.
Robbie Rose Trio: 6-9 p.m. Robbie, piano, Perry Orfanello/Mike Ross, bass, Art Seigel/Chuck Parr, drums. Ramada inn, Venice. 425 US 41 Bypass North Venice.
Patricia Dean Trio: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Featuring Patricia on drums, Jeff Phillips on piano and Dave Trefethen on bass. J.D.’s Bistro and Grill, 1951 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte. Reservations: 941-255-0994.
The Venturas: 7-11 p.m. Mattison City Grill. 1 North Lemon Ave Sarasota.
Debbie Keeton: 7:30-11 p.m. Haye Loft at Euphemia Haye, 5540 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key; 941-383-3633.
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| Friday, July 25
Al Pierce’s Dance Combo – 1-3 p.m. Venice Friendship Center. 2350 Scenic Drive Venice, FL. 941.493.3065.
Herman Anderson, blues guitar and vocal performer: 4-7 p.m. H2O Bistro, Hotel Indigo, 1223 Blvd. of the Arts, Sarasota; 941-487-3815.
Solo Piano with Frank Weder: 5-8- p.m. Every Friday and Saturday. Sandpiper Grille,1702 South Pebble Beach Blvd.Sun City Center. 813-634-7900.
Shelly Torman Trio: 6-9 p.m. Shelly on vocals & flute with Robbie Rose, piano and Perry Orfanella, bass. Ziti, 3501 South Tamiami Trail(Southgate Mall). 941-706-1281. Debbie Keeton: 6 p.m. Mattison’s Forty-One, 7275 S. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota;
941-921-3400.
Tommy Goodman Trio: 7 p.m. Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Tommy on keyboard, Ernie Williford on bass, and Bill Carmichael on reeds. Burns Court Cafe, 401 S. Pineapple Ave. 941-312-6633. Michael Royal Solo Piano: 7:30-11 p.m. Euphemia Haye, 5540 Gulf of Mexico Dr. Longboat Key, FL, 941-383-3633.
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Saturday, July 26
Solo Piano with Frank Weder: 5-8- p.m. Every Friday and Saturday. Sandpiper Grille,1702 South Pebble Beach Blvd.Sun City Center. 813-634-7900
Debbie Keeton: 6 p.m. Mattison’s Forty-One, 7275 S. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota; 941-921-3400.
Swingtide Combo: 6:45 p.m. Mango Bistro, 301 W. Dearborn St. Englewood. 941-681-3500.
Kitt Moran with Dominic Mancini on bass and Matt Bokulic on piano: 7:p.m. J.D.’s Bistro and Grill, 1951 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte; 941-255-0994. Reservations recommended.
Oceans 11 Jazz Big Band: 7-9 p.m. Ocean Blues 1936 Hillview St. Sarasota. Special Guest Melanie Massell!
Hot Band….Great Food. 941-366-3010.
Mike Markaverich on piano/vocals: 7:30 p.m. Haye Loft at Euphemia Haye, 5540 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key; 941-383-3633. |
| Sunday, July 27 Shelly Torman Jazz Brunch: 11-2.: Vocals and flute. Ophelia’s On The Bay. 9105 Midnight Pass Rd.,Siesta Key. 941-349-2212.
Eddie Tobin: 2-5 p.m. American Legion. 2000 5th st. W. Bradenton. 941-94-3489.
Joe Thayer: 6:00 p.m., Mattison’s Forty-One, 7275 S. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota; 941-921-3400.
Debbie Keeton Jazz Quartet: 7-10 p.m. Mattison’s City Grille, 1 N. Lemon Ave., Sarasota. 941-330-0440. Mike Markaverich on piano/vocals: 7:30 p.m. Haye Loft at Euphemia Haye, 5540 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key; 941-383-3633. Open Mic Night with Les DaCosta: 8-11:30 p.m. The Celtic Ray, 45 Nesbit St, Punta Gorda, FL; 941-916-9115. |
| Monday, July 28
Music Sensation with Jerry Rabinowitz: 1-3 p.m. Senior Friendship Center, 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota; 941-955-2122.
Monday Night Jazz Jam: 6-9 p.m. With Regis Moreira, Brazilian pianist and Jazzn Pam on Sax. A fun interactive show that allows local talent to join in. Ziti, 3501 South Tamiami Trail(Southgate Mall). Reservations: 941-706-1281. Joe Thayer: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Mattison’s Forty-One, 7275 S. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota; 941-921-3400.
Eddie Tobin: 7:30-11 p.m. Haye Loft at Euphemia Haye, 5540 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key; 941-383-3633.
Monday Night Jazz Jam: 8 p.m. Ocean Blues Restaurant. 1936 Hillview St., Sarasota. 941-366-3010
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| Tuesday, July 29
Skip’s Dixie Mix: 1-3 p.m. Cabaret-style and dancing. Senior Friendship Center, 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota. 941-955-2122.
Dane Hassan Quartet: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tommy Goodman on keyboard, Jack Fanning on vibes, Dominic Mancini on bass, Dane Hassan on drums.
Allegro Bistro, 1740 E. Venice Avenue, Venice. Reservations 941-484-1889.
Joe Thayer: 6-9 p.m. Mattison’s Forty-One, 7275 S. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota; 941-921-3400.
Dan Dembicki Trio: 6-9 p.m. Featuring local talent such as Melanie Massell, Bob Miner, Shane Chalke and more! Ziti, 3501 South Tamiami Trail(Southgate Mall). Reservations: 941-706-1281.
Eddie Tobin: 7:30-11 p.m. Haye Loft at Euphemia Haye, 5540 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key; 941-383-3633. Jennifer Leigh and the New Digs – 7:30 p.m. Mattison’s City Grille, 1 N. Lemon Ave., Sarasota; 941-330-0440. |
| Wednesday, July 30
Shelly Torman Trio: 6-9 p.m. Shelly on vocals & flute with Robbie Rose, piano and Perry Orfanella, bass. Ziti, 3501 South Tamiami Trail(Southgate Mall). 941-706-1281 Kitt Moran with Dominic Mancini on bass and Matt Bokulic on piano: 6:30 p.m. J.D.’s Bistro and Grill, 1951 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte; 941-255-0994. Reservations recommended. : 6:30-9:30 p.m. Every Wednesday with Bob Miner on saxophone, James Williams on piano, John DeWitt on bass and Dominik Teyke on drums. Cassariano Italian Eatery, 313 West Venice Avenue, Venice. 941-485-0507. Michael Royal Solo Piano: 7:30-11 p.m. Euphemia Haye, 5540 Gulf of Mexico Dr. Longboat Key, FL, 941-383-3633.
The Office Jazz & Blues Open Mic Nite: 8p.m. Hosted by “SAXMAN” Leslie D! The Office Bar & Lounge, 318 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL. 941 505-1880. |
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THE JAZZ CLUB OF SARASOTA IS LOOKING FOR A VOLUNTEER IN EACH OF THESE CATAGORIES:
WEBSITE UPDATES AND DESIGN
EQUIPMENT TRANSPORT AND SET UP FOR JAZZ AT TWO CONCERTS OCTOBER THROUGH APRIL.
Please call the office at 941-366-1552
Wed.-Fri. 9-5 if interested in volunteering.
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About the Jazz Club of Sarasota
The Jazz Club of Sarasota features more than 50 concerts, events and lectures per year.
Founded in 1980 by the late Hal Davis, the former publicist for Benny Goodman, the organization presents the Sarasota Jazz Festival, one of the major jazz festivals in the United States.
The 2014/2015 Season is currently being scheduled. Stay tuned for more details.
Jazz Club of Sarasota 330 S. Pineapple Avenue
Suite 111 Sarasota, FL 34236 Call 941-366-1552 Wednesdays through Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Quick Links:
Renew your membership today! Only $60 pp! Not a Jazz Club of Sarasota Member yet? Visit our website at www.jazzclubsarasota.org to download a member application or pay online. You can also send a check to the office or give us a call to renew over the phone. As a member you receive discounts at most concerts!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ |
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Brad and Carol LoRicco are members of the Jazz Club of Sarasota and they volunteer their time to create amazing pictures and promotional art for the Club. Visit the site to see and order pictures.
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THE NEW WTMY 1280 AM
WTMY 1280 AM radio playing “Big Bands and Standards” The station
has a new owner and a new format featuring songs of the “Big Band” era and “American Popular Standards”. New York radio executive and broadcaster Eugene Dolan is in the process of programming it with the music of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s along with contemporary artists performances of songs from that era. |
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WUSF 89.7
WUSF, 89.7 has a decades-long tradition of bringing you the best in jazz all night, every night. Our knowledgeable and personable hosts — Bob Seymour and Mike Cornette — present the jazz classics along with the best new releases every hour, all night long. We hope you’ll check out our playlist here on the WUSF website, and appreciate your joining us as often as you can for America’s music – jazz – in the late night and early morning hours.
SATURDAY NIGHT JAZZ
WITH BOB SEYMOUR
Host Bob Seymour brings you great jazz music that you will not find anywhere else on the radio dial. Saturday nights at 10:00 PM, you are invited to take a journey into jazz!
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WSLR 96.5
SARASOTA’S OWN COMMUNITY RADIO
WWW.WSLR.ORG
JAZZ MUSIC Afro-Cuban Jazz Edition: Alt Tuesdays 10a-12p World Music with a Cuban twist , that’s what Frankie Pineiro its all about .Radio with a musician point of view Bringing you the forbidden music of Cuba and the world Bebop and Beyond: Sat 5-7pm Bebop and Beyond concentrates on music in the Jazz idiom, from the mid 1940’s to present. Each program features the original works of Bebop masters such as Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monks, as well as recordings by the next generation of great musicians such as Horace Silver, Sonny Rollins, and John Coltrane. Every week newer recordings by recently emerging artists such as Miguel Zenon, Joshua Redman, and Rudresh Mahanthappa are presented. Daddee-o’s Collectors Corner: Sun 1-3pm Daddee-o plays traditional and old time jazz of the 1920’s, 30’s, 40’s, and beyond.
Adventures in Jazzland: Thursday 7-9pm With Mike Finly. This show is for lovers of all styles of jazz. From big band to solo piano, classic jazz to avant garde, and all styles in between. ***************************************** |
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Check out “Betty Comora’s Jazz Picks” on this website. Betty interviews a number of our favorite musicians such as Ruby Vinson, Jerry Jerome, Jack Petersonplus Matt Domber, the late Arbors Records producer and Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns.
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THEY DIED BEFORE 40 -new jazz film.
To find out more information visit – http://jazzdeaths.weebly.com
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