Jazz St. Louis » Artist

Willie Akins/Montez Coleman Group

Devin Rodino — Mon, 07 May 2012 21:35:01 +0000

Nobody swings harder than Willie Akins. For years, St. Louis audiences have been fortunate enough to have the tenor titan in their own backyard. When touring jazz musicians come into town…they want to hear Willie Akins. Recent years have seen Akins lend his artistry to the bandstands of Greg Osby and Kurt Elling.

Montez Coleman, an East St. Louis native himself, has toured the world with some of the biggest names in jazz. A long time member of the Roy Hargrove Quintet, Coleman has also worked with nationally recognized musicians like Rufus Reid, Russell Malone, and Wynton Marsalis, as well as local favorites Russell Gunn and Erin Bode.

Date	Venue	Time
07/20/12 - 07/21/12	Jazz at the Bistro	7:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $25; $10 students. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. Two sets nightly starting at 7:30 & 9:30 pm. For student tickets, call 314.289.4030 during regular business hours or purchase at the door w/valid student ID. More info. Buy tickets

JazzU with Tim Warfield

Devin Rodino — Wed, 02 May 2012 17:44:01 +0000

Sponsored by the Arthur & Helen Baer Foundation, Ameren Missouri, and THF Realty

One of Jazz St. Louis’s most recognizable education programs, JazzU, places talented middle and high school musicians in small jazz combos, which meet weekly between September and May. This competitive program selected 55 emerging musicians from a pool of 85 who auditioned for the 2011-12 season.

These shows feature the top two groups from the JazzU program, which includes the Jazz St. Louis All-Stars. The two 7-piece jazz combos, made up of high school students, will put to rest any worries you had about the future of jazz with their incredible chemistry and musicianship. You won’t believe you’re listening to teenagers!

Joining the JazzU groups will be renown saxophonist Tim Warfield. Warfield’s name can be found on numerous Grammy-nominated recordings and Downbeat Critics’ Polls. He is currently serving as a board member for the Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz as well as an artist-in-residence at Messiah College in Grantham, PA. Warfield is also a current member of MAXJAZZ recording artist Terell Stafford’s quintet.

Date	Venue	Time
06/01/12 - 06/02/12	Jazz at the Bistro	7:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $20; Students: $10. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. For student tickets, call 314.289.4030 during regular business hours or purchase at the door w/valid student ID. More info. Buy tickets

Jazz St. Louis Gala

Devin Rodino — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 20:25:07 +0000

friday, march 9, 2012

Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark

featuring the Jazz St. Louis All-Stars
and the Funky Butt Brass Band
with special guest Greg Osby

honoring Whitaker Foundation
with the Barbara Rose Memorial Award

6:30 p.m.

- cocktails and big board auction | archview ballroom

7:30 p.m.

- dinner, program and live auction | grand ballroom

9:30 p.m.

- after-party celebration

cocktail attire | complimentary valet parking

Proceeds benefit Jazz St. Louis’ youth education programs

Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.

Date	Venue	Time
03/09/12	Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark	6:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Box office: 314.289.4037. More info.

Russell Malone & the Cyrus Chestnut Trio

Jazz St. Louis — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:00:58 +0000

Sponsored by Cortland Associates Investment Counselors

Two of the most sought after and widely acclaimed musicians of our generation join forces for a show you’ll only see at Jazz at the Bistro!

Russell Malone’s lyrical guitar work has projected him into the mainstream of jazz guitar. Having dazzling technique erupt at will, as well as melodic, mellow ballad material, Malone shows extraordinary skill across his six strings. His skillful interpretations stir the imagination while igniting the soul.

Cyrus Chestnut’s hard swinging, soulful sounds have become a staple in the jazz community. The music he has created over the years has delivered a thousand smiles, and his warm demeanor gives great insight into the world of one of jazz’s most beloved ambassadors.

These performances replace those original scheduled for vocalist Marlena Shaw. Tickets purchased for Ms. Shaw’s performances may be used for Russell Malone & the Cyrus Chestnut Trio (same night/set) or exchanged at their point of purchase for a refund.

Date	Venue	Time
04/11/12 - 04/14/12	Jazz at the Bistro	7:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $30 W/Th; $35 F/Sat; $15 student. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. For student tickets, call 314.289.4030 during regular business hours or purchase at the door w/valid student ID. More info.
04/11/12 - 04/14/12	Jazz at the Bistro	9:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $30 W/Th; $35 F/Sat; $15 student. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. For student tickets, call 314.289.4030 during regular business hours or purchase at the door w/valid student ID. More info.

Laurence Hobgood Quartet

Jazz St. Louis — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:42:13 +0000

Pianist Laurence Hobgood has enjoyed a multi-faceted and dynamic career. Since 1995, Hobgood has been the musical director for Kurt Elling, playing on, composing/arranging for, and co-producing all of Elling’s albums (6 for Blue Note and 3 for Concord), all of which were GRAMMY-nominated. 2009’s Dedicated To You: Kurt Elling Sings The Music Of Coltrane and Hartman, recorded live at Lincoln Center, won the 2010 GRAMMY Award for Best Vocal Jazz Record.

This one-night-only engagement brings Hobgood to the Bistro for the first time as a leader, with a group that includes saxophonist Ernie Watts, bassist Matthew Rybicki and drummer Jared Schonig.

Date	Venue	Time
04/05/12	Jazz at the Bistro	7:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $25 Thu; $10 students. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. For student tickets, call 314.289.4030 during regular business hours or purchase at the door w/valid student ID. More info.
04/05/12	Jazz at the Bistro	9:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $25 Thu; $10 students. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. For student tickets, call 314.289.4030 during regular business hours or purchase at the door w/valid student ID. More info.

Jazz Under The Stars

Devin Rodino — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 19:46:14 +0000

The Young Friends of Jazz St. Louis and Young Friends of the Saint Louis Science Center are teaming up once again to host the 2nd annual Jazz Under the Stars on January 26, 2012 from 6 – 9 pm. This “see-and-be-seen” event will be held in the James S. McDonnell Planetarium at the Saint Louis Science Center in Forest Park.

Last year’s inaugural event provided more than 250 attendees with a much-needed break from the winter blues. This year’s event will feature Marty Morrison & Friends featuring Jason Swagler, Adam Maness, and Bob DeBoo with special guest Erin Bode! Drummer Morrison has established himself as one of the most in-demand jazz drummers in the St. Louis area and Bode was dubbed the “most magnificent solo performer on the planet” by the BBC following her latest album, A Cold December Night.

Enjoy food (including Rue Lafayette), drinks (from Barefoot Wine, Square One Brewery and Distillery, and Augusta Brewing Company), live music and the beauty of the great outdoors with two star shows throughout the evening, all while staying toasty warm. Claire Kellett, co-anchor of Awake with News 4, will emcee the evening.

Tickets: $30. Includes three drink tickets, heavy appetizers, and complimentary valet parking. Tickets are available online here and by phone at 314-289-4491.

Photos from the inaugural Jazz Under the Stars

Thank you to our sponsors!

Date	Venue	Time
01/26/12	James S. McDonnell Planetarium at the Science Center	6:00pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $30. Box office: 314.289.4491. More info.

Frank Vignola with Vinny Raniolo

Jazz St. Louis — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 22:31:43 +0000

Frank Vignola is one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today. His stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of the world’s top musicians, including Ringo Starr, Madonna, Donald Fagen, Wynton Marsalis, Tommy Emmanuel, Mark O Connor, the Boston Pops, the New York Pops, and guitar legend Les Paul, who named Vignola to his “Five Most Admired Guitarists List” for the Wall Street Journal. Vignola’s jaw-dropping technique explains why the New York Times deemed him “one of the brightest…stars of the guitar”.

At age 26, Vinny Raniolo has already performed at some of the top venues in the world with his music. Vinny is dedicated to his career as a professional touring musician, studio musician, educator, and arranger. Vinny has been on numerous recordings with Bucky Pizzarelli, Tommy Emmanuel, Tony Trishka, Matt Flinner, Ken Peplowski to name a few. Vinny is also an experienced educator and has taught classes at Bowling Green University, Kent State University, Asiago Music Conservatory, and others.

Date	Venue	Time
05/18/12 - 05/19/12	Jazz at the Bistro	7:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $30 F/Sat. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. More info. Buy tickets
05/18/12 - 05/19/12	Jazz at the Bistro	9:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $30 F/Sat. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. More info. Buy tickets

Dave Venn Trio

Devin Rodino — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 22:23:40 +0000

Pianist Dave Venn is a hometown legend. A St. Louis native, Venn began his professional music career as a tenor saxophonist, performing with the Jazz Central group and various other local bands. In the 1960s the St. Louis jazz scene was flourishing in places like Gaslight Square, The Playboy Club, and the DeBaliviere area. With more opportunities for pianists than saxophonists, Venn made the switch to piano.

Venn has accompanied countless renowned singers and instrumentalists who have performed in St. Louis. He is in demand both as a soloist and with his larger groups, regularly appearing at the top clubs, hotels, concerts, and other venues throughout the area. Venn has been named the “Best Local Pianist/Keyboardist” by the Riverfront Times and continues to be revered by St. Louis audiences.

Date	Venue	Time
04/06/12	Jazz at the Bistro	7:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $20 F/Sat; Students: $10. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. More info.
04/06/12	Jazz at the Bistro	9:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $20 F/Sat; Students: $10. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. More info.

Rick Haydon Trio

Jazz St. Louis — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 22:20:12 +0000

Guitarist and educator Rick Haydon is widely respected as an authority on 7-string guitar. A student of Johnny Smith, Howard Roberts, Pat Martino, & most recently Bucky Pizzarelli, Haydon was recently named Director of Jazz Studies at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. In addition to the SIUE program, which he helped build since first joining the faculty in the mid-1980s, Haydon is also on the faculty of Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Band Director Academy and the Birch Creek Music Center. Haydon’s recent album “Just Friends” with fellow 7-string advocate John Pizzarelli reached #19 on the Jazz Week radio charts and his current album “4” features an all-star quartet where he’s joined by organist Reggie Thomas, trumpeter Clay Jenkins & drummer Gary Hobbs.

Date	Venue	Time
03/09/12 - 03/10/12	Jazz at the Bistro	7:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $20 F/Sat; Students: $10. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. More info.
03/09/12 - 03/10/12	Jazz at the Bistro	9:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $20 F/Sat; Students: $10. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. More info.

Robert Glasper Trio

Devin Rodino — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 15:44:00 +0000

Gracefully navigating the zone where jazz and hip-hop converge, pianist Robert Glasper is a savvy improviser well-versed in, but not constrained, by jazz tradition. His work has attracted some of the era’s definitive R&B and hip-hop artists, including Mos Def, Kanye West, and Erykah Badu. He’s been equally productive in the jazz world, accompanying modern masters such as Roy Hargrove, Kenny Garrett, and Terence Blanchard. On 2009’s Double-Booked, Glasper employed his acoustic trio for half of the tracks before switching to an electric format (Robert Glasper Experiment) on the second half. The record ended up on many jazz critics’ Top 10 lists, further cementing Glasper’s reputation that year and beyond.

Date	Venue	Time
02/10/12 - 02/11/12	Jazz at the Bistro	7:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $25 F/Sat; $10 students. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. For student tickets, call 314.289.4030 during regular business hours or purchase at the door w/valid student ID. More info.
02/10/12 - 02/11/12	Jazz at the Bistro	9:30pm
Add Add to Google Calendar Download iCal	Admission: $25 F/Sat; $10 students. Box office: 314.534.1111. Address: 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. For student tickets, call 314.289.4030 during regular business hours or purchase at the door w/valid student ID. More info.

Jazz St. Louis » Artist

Willie Akins/Montez Coleman Group

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JazzU with Tim Warfield

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Jazz St. Louis Gala

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Russell Malone & the Cyrus Chestnut Trio

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Laurence Hobgood Quartet

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Jazz Under The Stars

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Frank Vignola with Vinny Raniolo

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Dave Venn Trio

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Rick Haydon Trio

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Robert Glasper Trio

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