CORNELIA STREET CAFÉ
29 Cornelia Street, NYC, New York 212-989-9319
http://www.corneliastreetcafe.com
between West 4th and Bleecker Sts, Greenwich Village
1 Subway to Sheridan Square; A, C, E, B, D, V, F to West 4th St.
Contact: Jim Eigo, Jazz Promo Services, 845-986-1677, jazzpromo@earthlink.net
Mon Oct 25
8:30PM 21ST CENTURY SCHIZOID MUSIC PRESENTS:THE BATTERIES DUO
(Gareth Flowers, trumpet; Steven Beck, piano)
Gareth Flowers, trumpeter of the acclaimed International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE) presents two sets this evening. The first is for a trumpet and piano duo, featuring the pianist Steve Beck and the cornet solos of Herbert L. Clarke, a turn of the (20th) century composer, the second set is with The Batteries Duo, an electro-acoustic trumpet and laptop duo with Josh Frank.
Originally from Arlingon, Virginia, Gareth Flowers is an electro-acoustic trumpeter, know for "shimmering vibrato" and "wide-ranging lines" (NYTimes, June ’10) and has performed with the acclaimed International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE) since 2003. Although his musical journey has included performances with the major orchestras of San Francisco, New York, Philadelphia, and Seoul, he relishes making music on an intimate scale, and performs with ICE, the TILT Creative Brass Band, the Argento New Music Project, and the Tri-Centric Foundation’s (Anthony Braxton) orchestra. He often performs in theatrical productions on Broadway, and has recorded for many fine musicians including Gabriel Kahane, Anthony Coleman, and duYun. As a composer/performer, he has performed his own eccentric electro-acoustic Inventions at the Clark Studio Theater of Lincoln Center, and the Tank. Steven Beck, piano, is a graduate of the Juilliard School, where his teachers were Seymour Lipkin and Peter Serkin. Mr. Beck made his debut with the National Symphony Orchestra. He toured Japan as a soloist with the New York Symphonic Ensemble, and has appeared with the New Juilliard Ensemble, Sequitur, and the Virginia Symphony. Mr. Beck has performed as soloist and chamber musician at the Kennedy Center, Alice Tully Hall, Merkin Hall, Miller Theater, and Steinway Hall. He is an Artist Presenter and regular performer at Bargemusic, and performs frequently as a musician with the Mark Morris Dance Group. He has worked with Elliot Carter, Henri Dutilleux, and George Perle, and has appeared with ensembles such as Speculum Musicae, Sospeso, Friends and Enemies of New Music, and Counterinduction. Trumpeter, composer, and producer, Josh Frank leads an eclectic musical life in New York City. Over the past few years Josh’s engagements have ranged from writing music for companies such as Corcoran, and Vornado Realty, to producing musical events for Rock and Republic Jeans. As a trumpet player, Josh has performed with pop artists such as Sufjan Stevens, members of The National, BOYZ II MEN and regularly plays with the ground-breaking ensemble The Knights. As a producer, Josh has worked on classical albums released on Sony Classical and produces regularly with engineer Bill Siegmund at Digital Island Studios. Josh has started his own company, Galien Productions, which creates and licenses music for media. The music of Herbert L. Clarke is delightfully lighthearted, tuneful, and virtuosic, and was often heard during summertime in parks all across the country, usually performed by a community band, in a truly Americana fashion. The Batteries Duo is the first and only electro-acoustic trumpet duo of it’s kind in New York’s creative music scene. Using primarily trumpets and samplers, the Batteries duo creates a unique breed of sound art. Drawing on inspiration from Medeski, Martin and Wood to Bill Frisell to electronic artists such as Deadelus, and the Books, The Batteries duo combines found sounds and sampled material which they mashup against their virtuosic and vibrational trumpet playing to create a unique variety of nu jazz/indie-electronica/post-classicism. Their set will be in support of their late-summer release of Les Amusements, their freshman EP.
Frank J Oteri, Host. Cover $10 http://www.thegflo.com Tue Oct 26
8:30PM TRIO PBD
(Ratzo B. Harris, bass; Denman Maroney, piano; Bob Meyer, drums)
Trio PBD was formed in April by Denman Maroney (piano), Bob Meyer (drums), and Ratzo Harris (bass). Master drummer BOB MEYER www.bobmeyermusic.com has had a long and distinguished career, playing and recording with the likes of Joe Lovano and John Scofield as well as co-leading the groups Jackalope (w/ John Abercrombie and Loren Stillman), The New Quartet (Abercrombie, Adam Kolker, and Johannes Weidenmuller) and his own group, Mount Airy. Award-winning pianist and composer DENMAN MARONEY uses extended techniques called “hyperpiano” and temporal harmony to create music in multiple tempos. Innovative bassist RATZO B. HARRIS applies extended bass techniques in mainstream and avant-garde settings. “Ratzo defies musical gravity as he explores, wanders and expounds upon the outer reaches of his instrument” (Peter La Barbera, The Jazz Zine). “Pianists have been tinkering with the guts of their instruments for nearly a century now, but it’s altogether likely that no one has explored the art of prepared piano as diligently or creatively as ‘hyperpianist’ Denman Maroney” (Time Out New York) “Meyer added color changes with his ride cymbal. During [Glen] Moore’s bass solo Meyer displayed exceptionally skillful playing, using his snare in clairvoyant unity with Waldron’s left-hand comping” (Earshot Jazz – Seattle)
Cover $10 http://www.ratzobharris.com Wed Oct 27
8:30PM MIKE + RUTHY’S FOLK CITY, (JAY UNGAR & MOLLY MASON FAMILY BAND)
(Jay Ungar, violin, mandolin; Molly Mason, guitar, piano; Ruthy Ungar, violin, guitar; Mike Merenda, banjo, percussion)
Mike + Ruthy’s Folk City is the new 4th-Wednesday series at Cornelia Street Cafe. This month Mike + Ruthy will be inviting the family on stage for a heart-warming evening of American roots music! Jay Ungar and Molly Mason achieved international acclaim when their performance of Jay’s composition, Ashokan Farewell, became the musical hallmark of Ken Burns’ The Civil War on PBS. When the whole family band gets together, they’ll have your toes tapping with everything from cajun to celtic fiddle tunes and favorites from the golden age of country and swing.
reservations strongly reccommended
Cover $20 http://www.jayandmolly.com Thu Oct 28
8:30PM BOB STEWART QUARTET
(Bob Stewart, tuba; Jerome Harris, guitar; Matt Wilson, drums; Curtis Stewart, violin)
This ensemble is inspired by the music of Benin and will explore the string tradition through the virtuosity of Jerome Harris and Curtis Stewart. “The music of Benin, like New Orleans, has a strong brass and drum tradition where the Tuba and the Drum are the heart of the ensemble.” Compositions, along with vocals, makes this quartet a very colorful and personal experience.
"Bob Strewart is a great tuba player who solos with flexibility and can walk like a Bass" Tom Piazza, Jazz Magazine
Cover $10 http://www.bobstewartuba.com Fri Oct 29
9:00PM & 10:30PM BOB STEWART QUARTET
(Bob Stewart, tuba; Jerome Harris, guitar; Matt Wilson, drums; Curtis Stewart, viola)
This ensemble is inspired by the music of Benin and will explore the string tradition through the virtuosity of Jerome Harris and Curtis Stewart. “The music of Benin, like New Orleans, has a strong brass and drum tradition where the Tuba and the Drum are the heart of the ensemble.” Compositions, along with vocals, makes this quartet a very colorful and personal experience.
"Bob Strewart is a great tuba player who solos with flexibility and can walk like a Bass" Tom Piazza, Jazz Magazine
Cover $10 http://www.bobstewartuba.com Sat Oct 30
9:00PM & 10:30PM BILL MCHENRY QUARTET
(Bill McHenry, tenor saxophone; Andrew D Angelo, alto saxophone; Ben Street, bass; RJ Miller, drums)
Tenor Saxophonist Bill McHenry brings two other Maine natives with him to this Cornelia St appearance, the respected Ben Street, on the bass, and young protege’ RJ Miller on the drums. Joining him on alto saxophone is one of contemporary music’s unique voices, Andrew D’Angelo.
Andrew and Bill headlined Badplus member Reid Anderson’s "Vastness of Space" album in 1999, and Andrew joined Bill’s group in 2 week long stints at the Village Vanguard, documented on NPR’s "Live at the Village Vanguard" series. They’ll be playing the blues, some pretty ballads and original music by Bill.
http://www.billmchenry.com/
Cover $10 Sun Oct 31
8:30PM SAM SADIGURSKY/JEREMY UDDEN
(Sam Sadigursky, saxophone; Jeremy Udden, saxophone; Linda Oh, bass; Jeff Hirshfield, drums)
Two of New York’s most noted bandleaders and saxophonists join forces to lead a special quartet celebrating 15 years of friendship, collaboration, and a mutual love for rhythm, sound, harmony, costumes, and pagan ritual. Individually, the two have toured internationally and performed with musicians like Lee Konitz, Ben Monder, Joe Lovano, Matt Wilson, Brad Mehldau, and Ray Brown. Sadigursky has released three albums as a leader, all combining poetry and text with song, while Jeremy is currently preparing to release his third CD, which will feature his group Plainville.
Melodic, ruminative, nostalgic and fresh at the same time. SEATTLE TIMES "Profound… sublime…" Jazzman Magazine, France
Cover $10 http://www.samsadigursky.com Mon Nov 01
8:30PM MELODY FADER PLAYS PIANO MUSIC OF CHOPIN AND MENDELSSOHN
(Melody Fader, piano)
Melody Fader is a New York Based pianist. She has a special affinity for the music of Chopin, but is at ease playing music from all other eras, from baroque through current day composers. Miss Fader is the resident pianist for the New Chamber Ballet, which performs five times each year at City Center Studios in New York City. She has recently performed chamber music with members of the Minnesota Orchestra in Minneapolis, as well as playing many solo Chopin recitals around the country this past year, honoring the 200th anniversary of Chopin’s birth. She is currently in the process of releasing a new album Chopin’s piano music, and will be performing Beethoven’s "Emperor" concerto with the Farmington Valley Symphony this December. Miss Fader also has a love for dance, movement, inter arts collaborations, and has a yoga teaching certification from Laughing Lotus. Miss Fader is a graduate of the Juilliard School and the Eastman School of Music.
"…a selection of Gyorgy Ligetie’s etudes for piano, performed with great panache by Melody Fader"-Roslyn Sulcas, New York Times
Cover $10 http://www.melodyfader.com Mon Nov 01
10:00PM TOM TALLITSCH
(Tom Tallitsch, tenor, soporano saxophones; Victor Baker, guitar; Trifon Dimitrov, bass; Matt Garritty, drums)
Tom Tallitsch is a World Class Saxophonist, Origin Records Recording Artist, Composer, Music Educator, and Jazz Radio Host. Since his arrival in 1996 from the Midwest, he has established himself as a major player on the jazz scene in Philadelphia and New York, maintaining a rigorous performance schedule. Tom has played and recorded with many of the area’s top musicians and has 3 albums to his name on ‘Jazzweek Magazine’s Best Jazz Label of 2009’, Origin/OA2 Records He has had feature articles in Downbeat Magazine, JazzTimes, JazzReview.Com, AllAboutJazz, and in 2010 rose to #27 on The Jazzweek U.S. radio charts for his album "Perspective".
“Tallitsch blows his tenor with confidence, at times hearkening the vibrancy of Joe Henderson, all the while showcasing an artistic voice, curious and exploring. ”- All About Jazz
Cover $10 http://www.tomtallitsch.com
29 Cornelia Street, NYC, New York 212-989-9319
http://www.corneliastreetcafe.com
between West 4th and Bleecker Sts, Greenwich Village
1 Subway to Sheridan Square; A, C, E, B, D, V, F to West 4th St.
Contact: Jim Eigo, Jazz Promo Services, 845-986-1677, jazzpromo@earthlink.net
Music This Week At Cornelia Street Cafe
Mon Oct 25
8:30PM 21ST CENTURY SCHIZOID MUSIC PRESENTS:THE BATTERIES DUO
(Gareth Flowers, trumpet; Steven Beck, piano)
Gareth Flowers, trumpeter of the acclaimed International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE) presents two sets this evening. The first is for a trumpet and piano duo, featuring the pianist Steve Beck and the cornet solos of Herbert L. Clarke, a turn of the (20th) century composer, the second set is with The Batteries Duo, an electro-acoustic trumpet and laptop duo with Josh Frank.
Originally from Arlingon, Virginia, Gareth Flowers is an electro-acoustic trumpeter, know for "shimmering vibrato" and "wide-ranging lines" (NYTimes, June ’10) and has performed with the acclaimed International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE) since 2003. Although his musical journey has included performances with the major orchestras of San Francisco, New York, Philadelphia, and Seoul, he relishes making music on an intimate scale, and performs with ICE, the TILT Creative Brass Band, the Argento New Music Project, and the Tri-Centric Foundation’s (Anthony Braxton) orchestra. He often performs in theatrical productions on Broadway, and has recorded for many fine musicians including Gabriel Kahane, Anthony Coleman, and duYun. As a composer/performer, he has performed his own eccentric electro-acoustic Inventions at the Clark Studio Theater of Lincoln Center, and the Tank. Steven Beck, piano, is a graduate of the Juilliard School, where his teachers were Seymour Lipkin and Peter Serkin. Mr. Beck made his debut with the National Symphony Orchestra. He toured Japan as a soloist with the New York Symphonic Ensemble, and has appeared with the New Juilliard Ensemble, Sequitur, and the Virginia Symphony. Mr. Beck has performed as soloist and chamber musician at the Kennedy Center, Alice Tully Hall, Merkin Hall, Miller Theater, and Steinway Hall. He is an Artist Presenter and regular performer at Bargemusic, and performs frequently as a musician with the Mark Morris Dance Group. He has worked with Elliot Carter, Henri Dutilleux, and George Perle, and has appeared with ensembles such as Speculum Musicae, Sospeso, Friends and Enemies of New Music, and Counterinduction. Trumpeter, composer, and producer, Josh Frank leads an eclectic musical life in New York City. Over the past few years Josh’s engagements have ranged from writing music for companies such as Corcoran, and Vornado Realty, to producing musical events for Rock and Republic Jeans. As a trumpet player, Josh has performed with pop artists such as Sufjan Stevens, members of The National, BOYZ II MEN and regularly plays with the ground-breaking ensemble The Knights. As a producer, Josh has worked on classical albums released on Sony Classical and produces regularly with engineer Bill Siegmund at Digital Island Studios. Josh has started his own company, Galien Productions, which creates and licenses music for media. The music of Herbert L. Clarke is delightfully lighthearted, tuneful, and virtuosic, and was often heard during summertime in parks all across the country, usually performed by a community band, in a truly Americana fashion. The Batteries Duo is the first and only electro-acoustic trumpet duo of it’s kind in New York’s creative music scene. Using primarily trumpets and samplers, the Batteries duo creates a unique breed of sound art. Drawing on inspiration from Medeski, Martin and Wood to Bill Frisell to electronic artists such as Deadelus, and the Books, The Batteries duo combines found sounds and sampled material which they mashup against their virtuosic and vibrational trumpet playing to create a unique variety of nu jazz/indie-electronica/post-classicism. Their set will be in support of their late-summer release of Les Amusements, their freshman EP.
Frank J Oteri, Host. Cover $10 http://www.thegflo.com Tue Oct 26
8:30PM TRIO PBD
(Ratzo B. Harris, bass; Denman Maroney, piano; Bob Meyer, drums)
Trio PBD was formed in April by Denman Maroney (piano), Bob Meyer (drums), and Ratzo Harris (bass). Master drummer BOB MEYER www.bobmeyermusic.com has had a long and distinguished career, playing and recording with the likes of Joe Lovano and John Scofield as well as co-leading the groups Jackalope (w/ John Abercrombie and Loren Stillman), The New Quartet (Abercrombie, Adam Kolker, and Johannes Weidenmuller) and his own group, Mount Airy. Award-winning pianist and composer DENMAN MARONEY uses extended techniques called “hyperpiano” and temporal harmony to create music in multiple tempos. Innovative bassist RATZO B. HARRIS applies extended bass techniques in mainstream and avant-garde settings. “Ratzo defies musical gravity as he explores, wanders and expounds upon the outer reaches of his instrument” (Peter La Barbera, The Jazz Zine). “Pianists have been tinkering with the guts of their instruments for nearly a century now, but it’s altogether likely that no one has explored the art of prepared piano as diligently or creatively as ‘hyperpianist’ Denman Maroney” (Time Out New York) “Meyer added color changes with his ride cymbal. During [Glen] Moore’s bass solo Meyer displayed exceptionally skillful playing, using his snare in clairvoyant unity with Waldron’s left-hand comping” (Earshot Jazz – Seattle)
Cover $10 http://www.ratzobharris.com Wed Oct 27
8:30PM MIKE + RUTHY’S FOLK CITY, (JAY UNGAR & MOLLY MASON FAMILY BAND)
(Jay Ungar, violin, mandolin; Molly Mason, guitar, piano; Ruthy Ungar, violin, guitar; Mike Merenda, banjo, percussion)
Mike + Ruthy’s Folk City is the new 4th-Wednesday series at Cornelia Street Cafe. This month Mike + Ruthy will be inviting the family on stage for a heart-warming evening of American roots music! Jay Ungar and Molly Mason achieved international acclaim when their performance of Jay’s composition, Ashokan Farewell, became the musical hallmark of Ken Burns’ The Civil War on PBS. When the whole family band gets together, they’ll have your toes tapping with everything from cajun to celtic fiddle tunes and favorites from the golden age of country and swing.
reservations strongly reccommended
Cover $20 http://www.jayandmolly.com Thu Oct 28
8:30PM BOB STEWART QUARTET
(Bob Stewart, tuba; Jerome Harris, guitar; Matt Wilson, drums; Curtis Stewart, violin)
This ensemble is inspired by the music of Benin and will explore the string tradition through the virtuosity of Jerome Harris and Curtis Stewart. “The music of Benin, like New Orleans, has a strong brass and drum tradition where the Tuba and the Drum are the heart of the ensemble.” Compositions, along with vocals, makes this quartet a very colorful and personal experience.
"Bob Strewart is a great tuba player who solos with flexibility and can walk like a Bass" Tom Piazza, Jazz Magazine
Cover $10 http://www.bobstewartuba.com Fri Oct 29
9:00PM & 10:30PM BOB STEWART QUARTET
(Bob Stewart, tuba; Jerome Harris, guitar; Matt Wilson, drums; Curtis Stewart, viola)
This ensemble is inspired by the music of Benin and will explore the string tradition through the virtuosity of Jerome Harris and Curtis Stewart. “The music of Benin, like New Orleans, has a strong brass and drum tradition where the Tuba and the Drum are the heart of the ensemble.” Compositions, along with vocals, makes this quartet a very colorful and personal experience.
"Bob Strewart is a great tuba player who solos with flexibility and can walk like a Bass" Tom Piazza, Jazz Magazine
Cover $10 http://www.bobstewartuba.com Sat Oct 30
9:00PM & 10:30PM BILL MCHENRY QUARTET
(Bill McHenry, tenor saxophone; Andrew D Angelo, alto saxophone; Ben Street, bass; RJ Miller, drums)
Tenor Saxophonist Bill McHenry brings two other Maine natives with him to this Cornelia St appearance, the respected Ben Street, on the bass, and young protege’ RJ Miller on the drums. Joining him on alto saxophone is one of contemporary music’s unique voices, Andrew D’Angelo.
Andrew and Bill headlined Badplus member Reid Anderson’s "Vastness of Space" album in 1999, and Andrew joined Bill’s group in 2 week long stints at the Village Vanguard, documented on NPR’s "Live at the Village Vanguard" series. They’ll be playing the blues, some pretty ballads and original music by Bill.
http://www.billmchenry.com/
Cover $10 Sun Oct 31
8:30PM SAM SADIGURSKY/JEREMY UDDEN
(Sam Sadigursky, saxophone; Jeremy Udden, saxophone; Linda Oh, bass; Jeff Hirshfield, drums)
Two of New York’s most noted bandleaders and saxophonists join forces to lead a special quartet celebrating 15 years of friendship, collaboration, and a mutual love for rhythm, sound, harmony, costumes, and pagan ritual. Individually, the two have toured internationally and performed with musicians like Lee Konitz, Ben Monder, Joe Lovano, Matt Wilson, Brad Mehldau, and Ray Brown. Sadigursky has released three albums as a leader, all combining poetry and text with song, while Jeremy is currently preparing to release his third CD, which will feature his group Plainville.
Melodic, ruminative, nostalgic and fresh at the same time. SEATTLE TIMES "Profound… sublime…" Jazzman Magazine, France
Cover $10 http://www.samsadigursky.com Mon Nov 01
8:30PM MELODY FADER PLAYS PIANO MUSIC OF CHOPIN AND MENDELSSOHN
(Melody Fader, piano)
Melody Fader is a New York Based pianist. She has a special affinity for the music of Chopin, but is at ease playing music from all other eras, from baroque through current day composers. Miss Fader is the resident pianist for the New Chamber Ballet, which performs five times each year at City Center Studios in New York City. She has recently performed chamber music with members of the Minnesota Orchestra in Minneapolis, as well as playing many solo Chopin recitals around the country this past year, honoring the 200th anniversary of Chopin’s birth. She is currently in the process of releasing a new album Chopin’s piano music, and will be performing Beethoven’s "Emperor" concerto with the Farmington Valley Symphony this December. Miss Fader also has a love for dance, movement, inter arts collaborations, and has a yoga teaching certification from Laughing Lotus. Miss Fader is a graduate of the Juilliard School and the Eastman School of Music.
"…a selection of Gyorgy Ligetie’s etudes for piano, performed with great panache by Melody Fader"-Roslyn Sulcas, New York Times
Cover $10 http://www.melodyfader.com Mon Nov 01
10:00PM TOM TALLITSCH
(Tom Tallitsch, tenor, soporano saxophones; Victor Baker, guitar; Trifon Dimitrov, bass; Matt Garritty, drums)
Tom Tallitsch is a World Class Saxophonist, Origin Records Recording Artist, Composer, Music Educator, and Jazz Radio Host. Since his arrival in 1996 from the Midwest, he has established himself as a major player on the jazz scene in Philadelphia and New York, maintaining a rigorous performance schedule. Tom has played and recorded with many of the area’s top musicians and has 3 albums to his name on ‘Jazzweek Magazine’s Best Jazz Label of 2009’, Origin/OA2 Records He has had feature articles in Downbeat Magazine, JazzTimes, JazzReview.Com, AllAboutJazz, and in 2010 rose to #27 on The Jazzweek U.S. radio charts for his album "Perspective".
“Tallitsch blows his tenor with confidence, at times hearkening the vibrancy of Joe Henderson, all the while showcasing an artistic voice, curious and exploring. ”- All About Jazz
Cover $10 http://www.tomtallitsch.com