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Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at 7:15pm Euphoria Keeps Chico Hamilton's Legacy Alive at DROM 2/12 DROM, New York , 85 Ave A (b/w 5th & 6th St) in East Village United States (212) 777-1157 http://www.dromnyc.com/events/772/composers-concordance-records-release-party
Tickets: $15 Euphoria
Paul Ramsey (bass), Evan Schwam (saxophones, flute + piccolo), Jeremy Carlstedt (drums + percussion), Mayu Saeki (flute) & Nick Demopolous (guitar)
The killer quintet EUPHORIA returns to DROM in a monthly concert series devoted to the work of NEA Jazz Master Foreststorn “Chico” Hamilton (1921-2013). Described as “one of the city’s most buoyant combos (Time Out New York),” EUPHORIA digs into the repertoire of Chico Hamilton, playing old and new arrangements that capture the best of Chico’s legacy.
Comprised of Paul Ramsey (bass), Evan Schwam (saxophones, flute + piccolo), Jeremy Carlstedt (drums + percussion), Mayu Saeki (flute) & Nick Demopolous (guitar), EUPHORIA has built a chemistry under the direction of its veteran leader.
Chico Hamilton : The Inquiring Mind
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Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at 7:30pm Organist Gail Archer in Concert Central Synagogue 123 E. 55th Street, NYC United States (212) 838-5122 http://www.centralsynagogue.com info@centralsynagogue.com
Tickets: Free organist Gail Archer
CD Release Concert
When: WED 2.19 @ 7:30pm
Where: Central Synagogue, 652 Lexington Avenue, New York City, Train 4/5/6 to 59th Street / E/M to 53rd Street
Tickets: FREE. For more info, call 212.838.5122 or visit centralsynagogue.org.
Internationally renowned concert organist and recording artist Gail Archer releases her seventh solo album with The Muse’s Voice: A Celebration of Women Composers performed on the Gabe M. Wiener Organ (Casavant, 2002) at New York City’s Central Synagogue. Featuring works by today’s leading female composers including Jennifer Higdon, Nadia Boulanger, Jeanne Demessieux and Judith Bingham, The Muse’s Voice enthralls listeners with Archer’s ability to leap seamlessly from baroque to late romantic and modern eras.
Jennifer Higdon : Ceremonies Suite Judith Bingham : The Everlasting Crown Nadia Boulanger : Prelude, Petit Canon & Improvisation
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Friday, February 21, 2014 at 8:00pm "Legend of Yauna" Premieres at BAM 2/21-22 BAM Fisher 321 Ashland Place United States 718.636.4100 http://www.bam.org
Tickets: $25 Chris Berry
Zap Mama
On the nights of Friday, February 21 and Saturday, February 22, theatre-goers will experience the mind-bending fantasy and unique musical experience of THE LEGEND OF YAUNA, an incredible tale created by the Grammy award-winning composer/music director Chris Berry and staged by director/choreographer Maija Garcia, the powerhouse behind the Tony award-winning Broadway production FELA!. This theatrical music and dance experience shares the wisdom of Yauna, an ancient narrative set 12,000 years ago that spotlights the indigenous Bana Kuma ceremonies of Zimbabwe. Helmed by the pen and voice of the talented Berry, the eclectic cast includes: Afro-European vocalist Marie Daulne (founder of the internationally acclaimed quintet Zap Mama) playing the role of “Black Panther Queen”; seven musicians performing on non-traditional instrumentation including African drums and the shona Mbira; and a diverse nine-member theatrical ensemble that brings the storybook to life through music, song and high-powered contemporary dance.
Chris Berry : The Legend of Yauna
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Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 8:00pm "The Legend of Yauna" Premieres at BAM 2/21-22 BAM Fisher 321 Ashland Place United States 718.636.4100 http://www.bam.org
Tickets: $35 Chris Berry
Zap Mama
On the nights of Friday, February 21 and Saturday, February 22, theatre-goers will experience the mind-bending fantasy and unique musical experience of THE LEGEND OF YAUNA, an incredible tale created by the Grammy award-winning composer/music director Chris Berry and staged by director/choreographer Maija Garcia, the powerhouse behind the Tony award-winning Broadway production FELA!. This theatrical music and dance experience shares the wisdom of Yauna, an ancient narrative set 12,000 years ago that spotlights the indigenous Bana Kuma ceremonies of Zimbabwe. Helmed by the pen and voice of the talented Berry, the eclectic cast includes: Afro-European vocalist Marie Daulne (founder of the internationally acclaimed quintet Zap Mama) playing the role of “Black Panther Queen”; seven musicians performing on non-traditional instrumentation including African drums and the shona Mbira; and a diverse nine-member theatrical ensemble that brings the storybook to life through music, song and high-powered contemporary dance.
Chris Berry : The Legend of Yauna
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Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 7:30pm Ariel Rivka Dance Premieres "Book of Esther" 2/27-3/1 Ailey Citigroup Theatre 400 West 55th Street United States
Tickets: $25 Ariel Rivka Dance
Texture Contemporary Ballet
Trainor Dance
Ariel Rivka Dance (ARD), a New York City-based contemporary ballet ensemble, presents an ambitious program featuring three emerging dance companies. First and foremost, ARD premieres The Book of Esther – a two-part work based on Jewish mythology choreographed by Ariel Grossman with original, live music by composer/pianist David Homan. It’ll be supplemented by performances by Trainor Dance founded by Caitlin Trainor as well as Texture Contemporary Ballet led by one of Dance Magazine’s “Top 25 To Watch” choreographers, Alan Obuzor.
David Homan : Book of Esther
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