Category: Music Performance

Brooks Reid Band performs Live at Smoke’t Southern Kitchen and Tap A Neighborhood BBQ Joint 1/16/10

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SMOKE’T SOUTHERN KITCHEN & TAP SETS MIAMI ABLAZE

Sophisticated Spin on Classic BBQ & Soul Food Faves
Marks Uncharted Territory on Coral Gables’ Dining Scene

The culinary team behind South Miami’s highly-successful TOWN Kitchen & Bar (TOWN), “A Neighborhood Joint,” announced today the debut of their latest dining destination:
Smoke’t Southern Kitchen & Tap
1450 South Dixie Highway, Coral Gables
“A Neighborhood BBQ Joint.” With Smoke’t, co-owners Brandon Lurie, John Janette and Michael Altman, executive chef at both TOWN and Smoke’t, infuse cosmopolitan Miami with Deep South flavor, re-interpreted.

Through hundreds of tastings, Altman and his team developed Smoke’t’s inventive, Southern-inspired menu items, such as Pepper Jack Cheese-filled Hushpuppies, and BBQ Pork Red Neck Rolls with Blazin Sauce (a creative transformation of sushi from Japanese cuisine to down home BBQ flavored meats and fixins’ wrapped in sticky rice) filled with Cole Slaw, served with a Homemade Spicy BBQ Dipping Sauce.

“The menu was really important to us,” said Altman. “We wanted sophisticated southern food which, until now, didn’t exist in Miami.”

As pit barbecue is one of the most important styles of food in Southern cuisine, Smoke’t showcases various flavors from U.S. barbecue capitals, all prepared on its in-house smoker, including Shredded Brisket with a Texas style BBQ sauce, Kansas City baby back ribs, Memphis style dry rub spare ribs and Carolina pulled pork. Rated “Best BBQ Sauce” by Jack Daniels Grill Your Eats South Beach, Altman’s knock-your-socks-off original creation is featured in most of Smoke’t’s offerings.

Traditional specialties include deep fried chicken on waffles, brussel sprouts, country fried steak, cornbread, mashed potatoes, fried catfish and berry cobblers. Smoke’t also serves southern-influenced salads and sandwiches. Smoke’t has even created a kids menu since even kids can’t resist many of Smoke’t’s offerings. The adults won’t be able to resist either with Smoke’t’s affordable menu pricing.

At 5,000 sq. ft., Smoke’t has capacity for more than 200 guests. Lounge-style furniture, cozy banquettes and roomy tables ensure a right-at-home feeling, where patrons are the center of attention. Eclectic artwork, antique décor elements and clever, eye-catching design features, like in-wall wood storage (for the smokers), round out Smoke’t’s casual yet chic ambiance with a touch of whimsy. The restaurant also features a club-style sound system for upcoming LIVE, classic rock music performances on their stage that highlights a Yamaha piano.

Ten flat screen televisions, a shuffleboard table and outdoor seating make Smoke’t a perfect spot for a light bite or drink. Smoke’t’s bar features 12 beers on tap, in addition to the 87 other beer selections and food items on its extensive bar menu.

In the months ahead, Smoke’t will launch an extensive wine program.

Smoke’t Southern Kitchen & Tap is open: Lunch will be served beginning early February, daily from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Dinner: Sunday – Tuesday 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday – Saturday 5:30 PM – 11:00 PM

For reservations, please call 305.672.0011. Additional information about Smoke’t Southern Kitchen & Tap can be found at www.smoketbbq.com.

Smoke’t Southern Kitchen & Tap
Entertainent / Happy Hour

Daily/Nightly Happy Hour
Monday thru Friday 3:00 – 6:00
Sunday thru Wednesday 10:00 pm – Close

Booze – Well Drinks $4.25
Wines – Wines by the Glass $2 bucks off
Draft Beer – 12 oz. PBR $2 bucks
Draft Beer – All 16oz. Pints $5 bucks / pitchers $19
Martinis – Specialty Martinis Half Off
Margaritas – “Texas Sized” 27oz. Frozen Margarita $9 bucks
Chow – Wing Special – get a dozen wings for $6 bucks
Chow – Pulled Pork Sliders w/fries 2 for $5 Bucks

Wednesday Ladies Night
Wednesday Nights 3:00 – Close

Sorry ladies, Lounge area only!
1/2 off Frozen Margaritas
1/2 off Signature Martinis
1/2 off all Wines by the Glass
1/2 off all Appetizers

Live Music @ 8 Pm Sharp
Thursday Night “Unplugged”
Saturday Night “Wired”

Friday Night House Dj @ 10 Pm
Funky sounds of house & electro rock

Reggae Brunch Sundays
Coming Soon

College Night Thursdays
Stay Tuned

Spam Allstars are Back in Action 1/14-17/10

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Spam Allstars are back in full swing for 2010. This year will be full of gigging, recording, and new releases from the Spam Allstars family.

First off…Spam Allstars present Rumberos de la 8. In December, Spamusica Records released this debut recording digitally. This month the CD will come out. Stay tuned for the record release party details and get your copy at any of the shows or online. Rumberos de la 8 is an all-star group of percussionists and singers hailing from Cuba and Puerto Rico, and born on the streets of Miami. They perform each week with Spam Allstars at their residency in Little Havana, FL at Hoy Como Ayer. Their debut recording features Boris Monterecy, Sonyalsi Feldman, Tomas Diaz, Mercedes Abal, Lazaro Alfonso, Joxi Caballero, Diosvany Boulet, Yoel del Sol, Eduardo Rodriguez, Jose Elias, J.J. Freire, & Ray Romero Jr. This is the first analog rumba recording out of Miami in over 20 years. It was recorded and mixed by Le Spam at City Of Progress Studio in N. Miami, FL between August 2008 – July 2009. Artwork by Charlie Rosario who created distinctive covers for Charlie Palmieri, Tito Puente and other artists on Fania, Coco and other 60’s and 70’s latin labels. Get more info from the links below.

Myspace:
Facebook:
Purchase it now:
Preview:
En Vivo:

And Spam Allstars play LIVE this week….

Thursday – January 14th – Hoy Como Ayer
2212 SW 8th Street
Little Havana, FL
9pm doors, ladies free and 2 for 1 drinks until 11pm
RUMBEROS DE LA 8 to kick off the night
http://www.hoycomoayer.us/

Friday – January 15th – Respectable Street
518 Clematis Street
West Palm Beach, FL
9pm show
http://www.respectablestreet.com/

Saturday & Sunday – January 16th & 17th – Green Parrot
801 Whitehead Street
Key West, FL
10pm show each night
http://www.greenparrot.com/

PALO! at Van Dyke 1/16/10

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Hope you can make it this Saturday, January 16, 2010, 9pm-1am for…
PALO! Upstairs @ the Van Dyke Caf̩! РClick Here to RSVP & For More Info on Facebook
Van Dyke Café
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
PALO! brings their addictive blend of Afro-Cuban, Funk & Jazz to South Beach…
No cover charge!
YOU MAY WIN A FREE PALO! CD or T-Shirt…
Visit us on the Wild, Wacky Web:
gopalo.com – A unique Cubano-Americano Experience

INcard Perks for Miami Beach Residents FREE Tickets to Pepsi Super Bowl Fan Jam Events 2/4-5/10

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INcard Perks for Miami Beach Residents
FREE Tickets to Pepsi Super Bowl Fan Jam Events

The NFL and City of Miami Beach have reserved a set amount of tickets exclusive to Miami Beach residents for a limited amount of time. Exclusive offering for a two night Super Bowl concert event on South Beach

Thursday, February 4th, 2010
Pepsi Super Bowl Fan Jam featuring Rihanna, Justin Bieber and Timbaland & Friends

Friday, February 5th, 2010
Pepsi Musica Super Fan Jam featuring Nelly Furtado, Pit Bull and Paulina Rubio

8th & Ocean Dr. South Beach
Doors open at 5 pm
Offer expires January 18th
Tickets are free (nominal service charges apply)

Classical Guitar Concert opens performance season at Arts at St Johns 1/24/10

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JANUARY 2010

Howard Greenblatt
Classical & Flamenco Guitar
Selections from Gaspar Sanz, Nino Ricardo, Heitor Villa-Lobos, Francisco Tarrega, Esteban de Sanlucar, and Isaac Albeniz, plus traditional Flamenco
pieces arranged by Dennis Koster and Carlos Montoya.

Arts at St Johns, 4760 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Sunday, January 24, at 2 pm.
Advance tickets online $15. At the door: $20.
Full details at: artsatstjohns.com
or call 305-613-2325

Polar presenta Desorden Publico en concierto La Covacha 1/30/10

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SABADO 30 DE ENERO
DESORDEN PUBLICO
EN CONCIERTO
En La Covacha
!!! Llega a Miami la banda #1 de Ska de Latino América !!!
Una de las bandas mas importantes de Venezuela y de la escena musical de Sur América llega a Miami el 30 de Enero.
Una noche llena de música en vivo junto a las mejores bandas y DJs de Miami.

Ska de Acá, Diablo, Tiembla, Cursi, Canto Popular de la Vida y Muerte, Políticos Paralíticos, Zapatos Resbalosos, Mal Aliento, Allá Cayó, Skápate, Esto es Ska, El Hombre con la Pistola, Promesas, Cachos de Vaca, Hay Cosquillas que no dan Risa, La Danza de los Esqueletos, Molotov Love, Látex, Caribe, Mosca, Peses del Guaire, Combate, Pegajoso, Sapo Culebra Lagarto, Valle de Balas !
DISFRUTA DE TODOS LOS EXITOS DE DESORDEN
PRESIONA AQUI PARA COMPRAR TUS BOLETOS>>

Puntos de Venta:
La Covacha
10730 NW 25 ST, Miami

Los Perros
13313 SW 42 ST, Miami
1427 Alton Rd, Miami Beach
6828 NW 169th ST, Miami
18146 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles
4491 N University, Lauderhill

Cafe Canela
15960 Weston Rd, Sunrise

Miami Saxophone Quartet South Florida Jazz Concert 2/1/10

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Miami Saxophone Quartet
Monday Evening February 1, 2010 @ 8PM.
Maurice Gusman Concert Hall
University of Miami
1314 Miller Drive (UM campus)
Coral Gables, FL 33134
http://www.music.miami.edu
(305)284-2438

Featuring guest appearances by:
John Yarling (drums), Chuck Bergeron (bass), and Svet Stoyanov (percussionist)

Tickets $12 (students $5 with valid ID*)
Reservations/info 305 284 5813 or 305 669 0203

The Miami Sax Quartet will be performing Monday evening, February 1st, 8PM at the University of Miami Gusman Concert Hall. Tickets are $12 ($5 students) and may be purchased at the door, or online at http://www.miamisaxquartet.com.

The quartet will be joined by bassist Chuck Bergeron, drummer John Yarling, and Svetlanov Stoyanov, the new professor of percussion at the UM Frost School of Music, who will be premiering Gary Lindsay’s new piece Prelude‐Invention‐Suspension for saxophone quartet, bass, drums, and percussion.

South Florida saxophonists Gary Keller, Gary Lindsay, Ed Calle, and Mike Brignola have created a contemporary sound unique among saxophone quartets. Led by the award winning writing of Lindsay and Calle, the MSQ explores the realms of Jazz, Pop, Latin, R&B, and chamber music, performing both originals and their own arrangements of songs from a diverse array of musical legends, including John Coltrane, Paul Simon, Pat Metheny, James Taylor, Thad Jones, and Chucho Valdez. The quartet’s recordings regularly land near the top of the jazz charts.
The quartet collaborates with Miami’s top musicians to present performances of the highest caliber. A testament to the flexibility and wide-ranging appeal of the saxophone, an MSQ concert appeals to audiences of all ages and musical persuasions.
Visit the quartet on You Tube to see the group in action!

Cleveland Orchestra Concerts at the Arsht Center 1/21-30/10

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The Cleveland Orchestra announces details of the first two weeks of its 2010 Miami Residency activities. Single tickets are now on sale for programs in the Orchestra’s fourth Miami Residency season, which includes a series of subscription concerts at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County as well as music education and outreach activities in the Miami-Dade community.

Cleveland Orchestra Concerts at the Arsht Center
Music Director Franz Welser-Möst will lead the Orchestra in five concerts at the Arsht Center. Repertoire for the first week of The Cleveland Orchestra’s 2010 Miami Residency includes Richard Strauss’s Don Juan, Johannes Brahms’s Symphony No. 2, and Thomas Adès’s Violin Concerto with Leila Josefowicz as soloist for concerts on January 22 and 23.

The second weekend of the residency (January 28-30) celebrates Beethoven. It begins with a newly added performance of Beethoven’s “Leonore” Overture No. 3, Romance No. 2 for Violin and Orchestra with Concertmaster William Preucil as soloist, and Symphony No. 5 on Thursday, January 28, and continues with a program on Friday, January 29 (repeated on Saturday, January 30), of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 (“Eroica”), Leonard Bernstein’s The Age of Anxiety (Symphony No. 2 for Piano and Orchestra) with pianist Joela Jones, and Verdi’s Overture to La Forza del destino.

The Orchestra will offer engaging pre-concert lectures to enhance the Friday and Saturday concerts. Immediately after the Thursday program, a new post-concert chamber music performance, “Beethoven with a Twist,” will be held in an intimate, club-like setting featuring musicians from the Orchestra performing in Carnival Studio Theater.

These Cleveland Orchestra performances are presented by the Musical Arts Association of Miami and the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County. The January 28, 29, and 30 concerts are sponsored by Northern Trust.

Cleveland Orchestra presents Beethoven Short Format Concert plus Beethoven With A Twist After Party 1/28/10

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On Thursday, January 28, the Cleveland Orchestra will perform an all-Beethoven concert at the Arsht Center at 7:30 p.m. It will be a shorter concert format, with Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony and two shorter works, with no intermission, and then following the concert at 9 p.m., we’re presenting “Beethoven With A Twist” in the Arsht Center’s Carnival Studio Theater, where Cleveland Orchestra musicians will perform chamber music in a club-style setting where people can enjoy food and drinks. We’re very excited to be presenting Classical music in this new format!

More info here.

Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.
CLEVELAND ORCHESTRA
Knight Concert Hall, Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
Franz Welser-Möst, conductor
William Preucil, violin
BEETHOVEN “Leonore” Overture No. 3
BEETHOVEN Romance No. 2 for Violin and Orchestra
BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 5

Franz Welser-Möst conducts The Cleveland Orchestra in this performance featuring Beethoven’s dramatic Fifth Symphony and two shorter works by Beethoven. This concert will be performed without intermission.
Tickets: $35 -$90

Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 9 p.m.
BEETHOVEN WITH A TWIST
Carnival Studio Theater, Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
Cleveland Orchestra musicians perform chamber music by Beethoven in a club-style setting where patrons can enjoy libations and upscale snacks while listening.
Tickets: $45

Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
clevelandorchestramiami.com

Community Vibes 5 Super Bowl Weekend with EA Sports NFL Players and more 2/6/10

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With the turn of the new year, Gamertag Radio is excited to be bringing more to the community with Community Vibes 5. GTR is pulling out all the stops to make this a necessary come-to event for the gaming and podcasting community. Be ready as GTR brings you EA Sports attendees who will be blogging the event live and bringing some of their awesome and exclusive swag. So be prepared for the free stuff.
Watch out as our EA guys will also be bringing it on and beating down the competition in challenges and fun. Remember that Gamertag Radio’s Community Vibes is not just a huge party, but a chance for anyone and everyone to score some free stuff. Win a Xbox 360, games, t-shirts and more as companies send in the swag. There’s nothing to lose!
As Community Vibes 5 takes place the day before the Super Bowl, there’s plenty of celebrities in town for the festivities. Bring your cameras because NFL players will be making an appearance to mingle with the crowd and enjoy some gaming goodness. Keep watch at www.gamertagradio.com for more goodies and surprises on the way. You will not be ready for what we have prepared for you!
WHAT: “Community Vibes 5”
WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 6th, 2010
WHERE: Ecco Lounge: 168 SE 1st St. Unit 1A, Miami, FL 33131
WHO: GamertagRadio.com and You
COST TO ENTER: Nothing, nada!
About Gamertag Radio:
Gamertag Radio (GTR) is an online radio show dedicated to the Xbox Live community and intended to help unite all online gamers. Over the past few years GTR has grown from a small website to one of the biggest & most respected gaming information sites on the Internet. The show features a new episode every week hosted by Godfree (Founder of Gamertag Radio). Members of the staff that appear regularly on the show include Paustinj, LadyLuck & Peterocc along with other members such as Miss Irie, Baked Ant, Tr3ks and Anjo Banjo who all share the same passion for games. http://www.gamertagradio.com

Gabriel Bianco In Concert at Episcopal Church Center 1/16/10

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Gabriel BIANCO IN CONCERT
Classical Guitar Concert
French guitarist Gabriel Bianco, winner of the Guitar Foundation of America’s International Guitar Competition will be offering a concert on Saturday, January 16, at the Episcopal Church Center of Coral Gables as part of the Miami Classical Guitar Society’s International Masters and Laureates Series.
The concert begins at 8:00 pm and will include works by Fernando Sor, Franz Schubert, J.S. Bach, Joaquin Turina, and Giulio Regondi.

Episcopal Church Center, 1150 Stanford Drive in Coral Gables
(same street of the entrance to the Lowe Art Museum, UM)
Saturday, January 16, 2010 at 8:00 pm.
:$20.00 general admission/ $15.00 students and seniors
Information/ reservations: (305) 412-2494
Website:www.miamiguitar.org

Join Jon Hendricks Manhattan Transfer and More for a Swinging Night of Jazz 1/15/10

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Friday, January 15 @ 8 p.m.
John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall
Take some of the best-known instrumental melodies in jazz, then add swinging poetic lyrics: the result is Vocalese.
Bringing together many of its greatest interpreters, the Grammy-winning groups Manhattan Transfer and New York Voices share the bill with Jon Hendricks, NEA Jazz Master and founder of the legendary Lambert, Hendricks and Ross vocal group.

A singing, swinging evening of Jazz favorites!
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call our box office at 305.949.6722 to purchase your tickets today!

An Evening Of British Song The Florida Grand Opera Young Artist Studio 1/28/10

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PERFORMANCE
Thursday, January 28, 7pm
AN EVENING OF BRITISH SONG—The Florida Grand Opera Young Artist Studio performs music by British composers of the early twentieth century, including Nicolai Medtner, Benjamin Britten, Ralph Vaughn-Williams, Gerald Finzi, Frank Bridge, and more. For more information: lydia@thewolf.fiu.edu or 305.535.2644. Free.
1001 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
T 305.531.1001
wolfsonian.org

Giant Step Presents Svedka Vodka Sessions Daniel Merriweather and DJ Mateo DiFontaine 1/22/10

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Giant Step Presents SVEDKA Vodka Sessions #6: A Special Performance by Daniel Merriweather and special guest DJ Mateo DiFontaine
Friday, January 22 2010
The Florida Room at Delano, A Morgans Hotel, Miami Beach FL
Giant Step returns to Miami Beach for SVEDKA Vodka Sessions #6, with Australian soul sensation Daniel Merriweather. The event will take place in The Florida Room at Delano, the same venue we had Common perform in for NYE.

Click here to RSVP and more info. RSVP limited to one person per email.

Giant Step and SVEDKA Vodka continue to bring you the very best bands and emerging artists with the SVEDKA Vodka Sessions’ intimate showcase series at Morgans Hotel Group luxury properties across the country. The series has already featured Wale with DJ Mark Ronson at Hudson in New York, Peter Bjorn And John with DJ Jason Bentley at SkyBar at Mondrian in West Hollywood, Diane Birch with DJ Anané Vega at Hudson, Nneka with DJ Vikter Duplaix at SkyBar at Mondrian, and Kid Sister with DJ Induce Poolside at Delano in Miami Beach.

Giant Step Presents SVEDKA Vodka Session’s #6
Featuring a Special Performance by Daniel Merriweather
at The Florida Room at Delano

WHO: The Florida Room at Delano, Giant Step and Svedka Vodka

WHAT: Giant Step and SVEDKA Vodka will join forces with The Florida Room to present Svedka Vodka Session’s #6 featuring a live performance by Daniel Merriweather. Music By Special Guest DJ Matteo. Held at Morgans Hotel Group properties across the country, the series provides an intimate showcase of the best brands and emerging artists throughout the globe.

SVEDKA Vodka Sessions has previously featured performances by Wale with DJ Mark Ronson & Diane Birch with DJ Anane Vega at Hudson in NYC, Peter Bjorn and John and DJ Jason Bentley & Nneka at SkyBar at Mondrian in LA and Kid Sister with DJ Induce poolside at Delano in Miami.

** RSVP is required www.Giantstep.net/svedka6

WHERE: The Florida Room at Delano
1685 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

WHEN: Friday January 22, 2010
Doors open at 10pm

New Music Miami Concert at Frost Art Museum 1/16/10

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New Music Miami Concert
Saturday
Jan. 16, 2010
8 p.m.
This outdoor concert will include a performance by the FLEA ensemble and video projections along The Museum’s facade. This event will take place in the Avenue of the Arts in front of The Frost Art Museum.

The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum
Florida International University
10975 S.W. 17th Street
Miami, FL, 33199

Rock The Bells presents Nas, Goodie Mobb and Mayday at Arsht Center 2/5/10

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For One Night Only, Nas, Goodie Mobb & !Mayday! @ Arsht Center, Friday, February 5th
Rock The Bells Presents a one night concert event with exclusive live performances by hip-hop legend NAS, and a newly reunited Goodie Mob, featuring all original members: Cee-Lo, Big Gipp, T-Mo and Khujo. !MAYDAY! and other suprise guests will be on hand.

Tickets Starting At $35
Get Your Tickets: Click Here
Or call the box office at 305.949.6722
Ask about vip seating including a post performance meet-and-greet with Ne-Yo

Ne-Yo at Arsht Center 2/4/10

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For One Night Only, Ne-Yo @ Arsht Center, Thursday, February 4th
“Ne-Yo is a brilliant—gifted with a silky voice and an ability to pull everything from the Beatles to Stevie Wonder.” -Rolling Stone
Multi-talented performer Ne-yo is sure to get everyone dancing and singing along with his memorable Top Ten hits including “Miss Independent,” “Because of You,” “So Sick,” “Closer” and many more!
A pop and R&B singer-songwriter, record producer, actor, and occasional rapper who brings a lot of diversity and energy to a performance, Ne-Yo is also the mastermind behind chart-topping hits for super hot performers Beyoncé and Rihanna.
Get Your Tickets Now
Tickets Starting At $35
Or call the box office at 305.949.6722
Ask About Vip Seating Including A Post Performance Meet-And-Greet With Ne-Yo!

Big Band Sundays at The Deauville 1/10/10

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“Big Band Sundays” at The Deauville!

January 10,2010 6 – 9 pm Deauville Hotel 6701 Collins avenue, Miami Beach Fl.

This show is 3 hours of Live Music, Dancing and Entertainment with an 18 piece Orchestra. Along with the Variety, and Excitement of a “Live Television Show”. Performed in the “Le Jardin Showroom”, this unique 2 level venue has a Great Stage and a Large Dance Floor. Guests can just watch the show, or start dancing from the moment the show begins. Dinner and Drinks are available all evening. No food or drink minimums. Show tickets – $20.00 More info and to purchase tickets: www.markfernicola.com

Tony Bennett Live in Concert at Adrienne Arsht Center 1/8/10

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Friday, January 8 @ 8 p.m.
John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall

His initial successes came via a string of Columbia singles in the early 1950’s, including such chart-toppers as Because of You, Rags To Riches and a remake of Hank Williams’ Cold, Cold Heart. He had 24 songs in the Top 40, including I Wanna Be Around, The Good Life, Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me) and his signature song, I Left My Heart In San Francisco, which garnered him the first two of his eight Grammy Awards.

Tony Bennett is one of a handful of artists to have new albums charting in the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. He introduced a multitude of songs into the great American Songbook that have since become standards for pop music.

BUY TICKETS NOW
Or call the box office at 305.949.6722 to purchase your tickets today!

Two Love Stories of Frederic Chopin at Bass Museum 1/10/10

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Sunday, January 10, 3:00pm
Concert – Two Love Stories of Frederic Chopin
Damira Feldman, piano
Phyllis F. Resnick, narration
Back again by public demand, Damira Feldman presents piano works in honor of the year-long bicentennial celebration of the master’s birthday. The program is designed to draw a portrait of Polish- French composer Frederic Chopin, the passionate and poetic musician of the Romantic period, who was commonly described as the “poet of the piano.” The performance will focus on Chopin’s relationships with two central players in his love drama, most notably Maria Wodzinska & George Sand.
A finalist in the 2009 Concours International des Grands Amateurs de Piano, Paris, Damira Feldman once again brings her passionate interpretations and technical virtuosity to the Bass Museum’s Steinway grand.
Free with museum admission. Seating limited to first 75 guests.
http://www.bassmuseum.org
The Bass Museum of Art | 2121 Park Avenue | Miami Beach | FL | 33139

DWNTWN Miami Concert Series Presents PALO! 1/8/10

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DWNTWN Miami Concert Series Presents
PALO!

January 8, 2010 @ 5:30pm
We are kicking off the New Year with some funk. Friday, January 8, 2010 at 5:30 pm the DWNTWN Miami Concert Series is presenting the Miami based band PALO! Their unique and infectious style, textured with exciting beats from the tropics and a touch of some serious jazz, will have the crowd dancing the night away at this free concert at Bayfront Park’s Tina Hills Pavilion.
The New York Post raves”Afro-Cuban Funk is Cuban music for the new generation. And the leader of the sound is the Miami based band PALO!”
As always the show is a sunset happy hour and food and drinks are available.

For information on this show and the rest of the season go to the concert series website… or… become a fan of the series on Facebook …or … text DWNTWNR to 878787 for up to the minute updates.

King Mango Groovy Grove Sundays Show 12/27/09

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Sunday Dec 27th 2009
Rockin the Grove with:
A special musical tribute to King Mango Strut‘s 28th year of putting the “Nut’ Back in Coconut Grove
Featuring on stage:
Mechanical Massacre
GWIP
NRB & Friends ( *special Jam Session inviting all “Grove” musicians*)
and special guest Little Alix & The Rockers  (Youtube Video)
Selector: DJ Fyshe
@ Chicago’s Steakhouse & Tavern
3120 Commodore Plaza
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
In the Heart Of The Grove
Showtime 8 PM
Admission $5
* No cover for 33133 residents
Food & Drink Specials
http://coconutgrovelive.blogspot.com

Win VIP Tickets to Tito Puente, Jr. at Magic City Casino From Soul Of Miami 12/26/09

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Enter Below to win VIP Passes to Tito Puente, Jr. at Magic City Casino
CONTEST ENDED, THANKS TO ALL WHO ENTERED
Tito Puente, Jr. at Magic City Casino in Miami Dec. 26th!
Ticket info: The show is free for all general admission patrons, but these tickets will be for VIP tickets (originally priced $25-30). VIP tickets provide closer seating to the stage and access to the bar, etc. Also, all attendees receive a ticket to win a set of Tito Puente LP Timbales, but VIP ticket holders get 2 chances to win.

tito
TITO PUENTE, JR. & HIS ORCHESTRA Album Release Concert & Party!
General Admission: FREE
VIP Tickets: $30 & $25
Saturday, December 26, 2009
3:00pm – 6:00pm
Magic City Casino
450 NW 37th Avenue
Miami, FL
With special guest stars Carlos Oliva, Kevin Ceballo, Ricky Melendez, Marlow Rosado and La Riqueña!
All concert attendees will be entered to win a set of LP Tito Puente Timbales! VIP Ticket holders double their chances to win!
Buy a VIP Ticket and you will also receive a FREE COPY of Tito’s new album “GOT MAMBO?” at the show!

YOU’RE INVITED TO THE PARTY!
Immediately following the concert at Tres Hermanos Bar Tito will be signing autographs!
PURCHASE YOUR VIP TICKETS TODAY
http://www.magiccitycasino.com
or call 305-460-6579

Jazz At MOCA LeNard Rutledge 12/25/09

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Top off your holiday with Jazz at MOCA, Friday, December 25 when Miami native and singer LeNard Rutledge takes the stage for a soul stirring and earthy performance of jazz classics and original pieces. The free outdoor concert will take place rain or shine at 8 pm. MOCA Galleries and Shop will be open from 7 to 10 pm by donation. Bring your friends and family for a delightful outing.

Jazz at MOCA is sponsored by Starbucks Coffee Company and North Miami Community Redevelopment Agency.
Special 15% Discount in MOCA Shop for Members Now Through December 31st.

A Special Family Show They Might Be Giants at Adrienne Arsht Center 2/28/10

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giants
Saturday, February 27 @ 2 p.m.
John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall

“A classic cult band!” (The New York Times)
“After 20 years, still innovating and still capturing new fans!” (Entertainment Weekly)

On the heels of their Grammy-winning release, Here Come the 123s, They Might Be Giants gives the whole family something to sing about together! Best known for their critically-acclaimed albums and videos to their film and TV music such as “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” and the Grammy Award-winning theme song from “Malcolm in the Middle”.

They Might Be Giants have generated millions of records worldwide and are rock stars with both parents and their kids! Energy-packed family albums such as; Here Come the ABCs, NO!, and their latest, Here Comes Science keep the kids dancing!

Member Presale: December 21
Public On Sale: December 28

If you are a member, LOG IN HERE and purchase your tickets today or call 305.949.6722.

*Not a member? CLICK HERE and join today!

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132

Friday Nights at Schnebly Winery Presents Bryan Gonzalez 12/25/09

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Holiday Music Series Presents
Friday Night with Bryan Gonzalez

This Friday, unwind from all the Holiday stress as the winery welcomes back Bryan Gonzalez! He is probably the most requested performer at the winery. Bryan plays a little bit of everything from latin, pop to classic rock. Check out Bryan’s Official Site for more information.
Stop by the retail room for our infamous wine specials, pair with some of our delectable cheeses, grab an ice bucket, and enjoy an evening picnic under the stars.
Visit our friends at The Capri Restaurant on your way here – mention you will be visiting Schnebly’s Friday night and save 10% on your carry out dish.
Schnebly Redland’s Winery, 30205 SW 217th Avenue, Homestead, FL

Groovy Grove Sundays Show 12/20/09

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Groovy Grove Sundays is happy present Little Beard Band with Guests This Heart Electric & Deaf Poets for a special show Sunday Dec 20th at 8PM.
Location: Chicago’s Steakhouse & Tavern
3120 Commodore Plaza
Coconut Grove Florida 33133
In the Heart of Coconut Grove
Showtime 8PM
Admission $5
18+ up Drink Specials / Kitchen is open Late
Little Beard
This Heart Electric
Deaf Poets
and
GWIP
Selector DJ Fyshe
Get a Groove On
Charlene & Jeff
C.Lovey / MTA Productions
http://coconutgrovelive.blogspot.com/
Phone 786 200 4540 for more information

PALO! at CubaOcho 12/20/09

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Hope you can make it this Sunday, December 20, 2009, 7-10pm for…
PALO! @ CubaOcho – Click here to view RSVP for this event (Facebook).
CubaOcho Art and Research Center
1465 SW 8 Street #106
Miami – Little Havana
305-285-5880
PALO! brings their addictive blend of Afro-Cuban, Funk & Jazz to their new weekly SUNDAY residency in Little Havana.
Tambor y voz pa’ San Lazaro!
$10 cover charge – WOMEN ENTER FREE!
$5 Mojitos from 6-8pm
You may win a FREE PALO! t-shirt or CD!
CubaOcho is a unique place that you simply must see to believe. With a full bar, an art gallery with incredible historical Cuban paintings & sculpture, a library, a beautiful patio, its also an excellent performance space. There’s a great ambiance and plenty of room to relax, dance, and have fun. Nice menu of tapas.
Visit us on the Wild, Wacky Web:
gopalo.com – A unique Cubano-Americano Experience

The Cleveland Orchestra announces added Beethoven performances at the Arsht Center 1/28/10

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The Cleveland Orchestra announces added Beethoven performances at the Arsht Center, January 28, 2010, including a performance of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony

Residency activities to take place at seven Miami-Dade County Public Schools, including a full orchestral performance at Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School on January 26

Single tickets are now on sale

CLEVELAND, December 16, 2009 – The Cleveland Orchestra announces details of the first two weeks of its 2010 Miami Residency activities. Single tickets are now on sale for programs in the Orchestra’s fourth Miami Residency season, which includes a series of subscription concerts at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County as well as music education and outreach activities in the Miami-Dade community.

Cleveland Orchestra Concerts at the Arsht Center
Music Director Franz Welser-Möst will lead the Orchestra in five concerts at the Arsht Center. Repertoire for the first week of The Cleveland Orchestra’s 2010 Miami Residency includes Richard Strauss’s Don Juan, Johannes Brahms’s Symphony No. 2, and Thomas Adès’s Violin Concerto with Leila Josefowicz as soloist for concerts on January 22 and 23. The second weekend of the residency (January 28-30) celebrates Beethoven. It begins with a newly added performance of Beethoven’s “Leonore” Overture No. 3, Romance No. 2 for Violin and Orchestra with Concertmaster William Preucil as soloist, and Symphony No. 5 on Thursday, January 28, and continues with a program on Friday, January 29 (repeated on Saturday, January 30), of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 (“Eroica”), Leonard Bernstein’s The Age of Anxiety (Symphony No. 2 for Piano and Orchestra) with pianist Joela Jones, and Verdi’s Overture to La Forza del destino. The Orchestra will offer engaging pre-concert lectures to enhance the Friday and Saturday concerts. Immediately after the Thursday program, a new post-concert chamber music performance, “Beethoven with a Twist,” will be held in an intimate, club-like setting featuring musicians from the Orchestra performing in Carnival Studio Theater.
These Cleveland Orchestra performances are presented by the Musical Arts Association of Miami and the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County. The January 28, 29, and 30 concerts are sponsored by Northern Trust.
Cleveland Orchestra Miami Residency expands educational and community collaboration programs in the Miami-Dade community
The Orchestra’s Miami Residency continues to develop through expanded education and community programs that serve thousands in the Miami-Dade area. The Orchestra’s residency activities in Miami were conceived and made possible with the leadership of the Musical Arts Association of Miami, the Miami-based support organization dedicated to fundraising for the Cleveland Orchestra Miami Residency.
A new component of The Cleveland Orchestra’s Miami Residency in 2010 is an in-school performance by the entire ensemble, titled “Meet the Orchestra,” at Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School, a Miami-Dade County Public School. Music Director Franz Welser-Möst and the full Orchestra will participate in this historic event.
Other educational activities in January include curriculum-based programs with “I Have a Dream” students at Hibiscus Elementary School in the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district and with students from various schools at Coconut Grove Cares/The Barnyard, and an orchestral and teacher workshop at Coral Reef Senior High School. Numerous in-school activities are planned, including coaching sessions with orchestral students at New World School of the Arts as well as “Musical Rainbows,” lively programs that introduce children to instruments of the orchestra, one at a time, at four Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Activities with Miami-Dade County Public Schools are supported by an Access to Artistic Excellence grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
In 2010, community partnerships will expand beyond inaugural partners (the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County, University of Miami Frost School of Music, New World Symphony, and Miami-Dade County Public Schools) to include Coconut Grove Cares/The Barnyard, the Miami-Dade County Department of Public Affairs, Miami Music Project, Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), Overtown Youth Center, Sunday Afternoons of Music, Arts for Learning, Miami Music Mentors, and the Archdiocese of Miami.
Since the beginning of The Cleveland Orchestra’s Miami Residency in 2007, The University of Miami Frost School of Music has been an important institutional partner. In 2010, Frost School of Music residency activities will include choral conducting coaching sessions with Cleveland Orchestra Director of Choruses Robert Porco, a chamber composition reading session, and a series of masterclasses and forums, including a Music Education Forum led by Cleveland Orchestra Director of Education and Community Programs Joan Katz Napoli.
Support for the Miami Residency is provided by the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, and the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. The 2010 Miami Residency sponsors are Feldman Gale, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, and Northern Trust. The residency media partners are Classical South Florida 89.7 FM, WLRN, The Miami Herald, and El Nuevo Herald.
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About the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is one of the world’s leading performing arts organizations and venues. Made possible by Miami-Dade County’s largest ever public/private-sector partnership, the Center plays host to three resident companies (Florida Grand Opera, Miami City Ballet and New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy) in addition to numerous South Florida arts organizations that perform in its theaters regularly. Since opening in 2006, the Center has emerged as a leader in offering and presenting world-class programming that mirrors South Florida’s diversity, as a catalyst for development in Miami, and as a host of impactful community and educational programs.
Designed by world-renowned architect Cesar Pelli of Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects, the venue is comprised of the 2,400-seat Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House, the 2,200-seat John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall, the black box Carnival Studio Theater, a restored Carnival Art Deco Tower, the Peacock Foundation, Inc. Studio, the Peacock Foundation, Inc. Education Center, and the outdoor Parker and Vann Thomson Plaza for the Arts. Events impresario and restaurateur Barton G. Weiss brought his signature style to the Center in 2009 with PRELUDE BY BARTON G, a full-service upscale restaurant open six days a week.
Visit www.arshtcenter.org for more information.

New Years Eve 2010 Giant Step in Miami Common and Rye Rye at Delano 12/31/09

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Giant Step Presents New Year’s Eve 2010 with Common and Rye Rye
Thursday, December 31 2009
Delano, A Morgans Hotel, Miami Beach FL
1685 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Doors open at 9 PM
21+ w/ID

Giant Step is hosting the New Year’s Eve party you don’t want to miss in Miami. We are back after last year’s epic celebration, which included performances from The Roots, Janelle Monáe and DJ Bobbito. This year, Giant Step brings in 2010 with a bang with Common and Rye Rye.

Common will be performing live in The Florida Room, which only holds 200 people. It’s going to be like having this Grammy Award-winning artist play with his killer live band in your living room, with all your friends in it. Open bar from 10 PM – 1 AM. Get your tickets early as this will sell out. Tickets start at $275.00.

Outside by the pool, we will have Rye Rye ringing in the next decade. The Baltimore native and protégé of M.I.A. is one of the artists we’re tipping for success next year. FREE but you must RSVP for Rye Rye.

So if you want your NYE to be hot, book your ticket to Miami and join the Giant Step party!

More Info – RSVP – Buy Tickets

Candyland 14 at White Room 12/26/09

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Saturday December 26, 2009
Culture, Freedom Events, Embrace + Overthrow Present:
Candyland 14
“South Florida`s longest running dance music event!”

Future Sound of Breaks Arena:
Hydraulix (Live)
Exzakt
$uperGeniu$
Merlyn
Mike Sharpe (Old School Edge Set)
Shade

Basshead Arena:
Dieselboy
A-Sides
Juan BassHead
Peasants With Feathers (Booty Bass)
Collaborator (Orlando) vs Electron-C (Orlando)
The Engineer vs Chino
somejerk vs Methodus
BIG Boy vs Mas Inc
J Dean
Jumanji

EMA Arena:
Jason Daniel
Deranged
Rabbit
Reptile
Dagger
Shockwave
Energetix
O`Ryan

White Room
1306 N Miami Ave.
Doors Open at 9pm
18 and up Welcome

presales tix available@
www.wantickets.com + Uncle Sams Locations

New Years Eve Spam Allstars Live at the Catalina Hotel 12/31/09

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The Spam All-Stars’ NYE 2010
Thursday, December 31, 2009 8:00 PM
Catalina Hotel | 1732- 1756 Collins Avenue
The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club, in conjunction with Maxine’s Bistro & Kung Fu Kitchen & Sushi present The Spam All-Stars New Year 2010
featuring live entertainment by The Spam All-Stars & DJ Le Spam, 10pm – 2am
• DJs spinning old school hip-hop at Kung Fu Kitchen & Sushi
• ’80s grooves & classic rock at the Red Bar
• Premium open bar & vodka ice luge 8pm – 12am
• Champagne toast at midnight
• Lavish supper buffet, gourmet sushi and decadent desserts 8pm – 12am
Click here to purchase tickets

Friday Nights at Schnebly Winery Presents Cat Shell 12/18/09

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Holiday Music Series Presents
Friday Night
with
Cat Shell

This Friday, December 18th, Schnebly winery will be welcoming back Cat Shell! For those who don’t know, this will be her 5th appearance at the winery. Cat is a Singer/Songwriter that brings a unique blend of jazz, blues and acoustic soul. Check out Cat’s Official Site for more information.
Stop by the retail room for our infamous wine specials, pair with some of our delectable cheeses, grab an ice bucket, and enjoy an evening picnic under the stars.
Visit our friends at The Capri Restaurant on your way here – mention you will be visiting Schnebly’s Friday night and save 10% on your carry out dish.

Performance by Seraphic Fire at The Frost Art Museum 12/15/09

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Don’t miss the opportunity to experience a special performance by Seraphic Fire within the galleries at The Frost Art Museum.
Join us for our first fundraising event and enjoy an evening of beautiful choral music with Seraphic Fire and their special performance of Christmas by Candlelight in the Permanent Collection Galleries at The Frost Art Museum at FIU.

The performance will take place Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 with a light reception at 6 p.m. and performance at 7 p.m. Call today to reserve your tickets. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Ximena Gallegos, Membership Coordinator at 305.348.2254 or xgallego@fiu.edu.

New World Symphony Musicians Forum at Lincoln Theatre 12/14/09

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Musicians’ Forum
Monday, December 14 at 7:00pm
Lincoln Theatre
FREE!, ticket required
$5 donation suggested
Free has never been so good! Come to the Lincoln Theatre this Monday for a wonderful assortment of chamber and solo works. From classics such as Haydn’s First Horn Concerto and Poulenc’s playful Sextet, to contemporary hits like a jazz set for solo horn and a chilly flute solo! This is your chance to see the Fellows perform the works they love.
Click here to reserve your seat today!

AIR at the Fillmore Miami Beach 3/13/10

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Saturday March 13th, 8PM
Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater
Tickets  LiveNation.com or by phone 877.598.8698
RF members, call the office for direct ticketing: (305) 672-5202

The first US tour in three years also includes their first Florida concert EVER. The French music duo, creators of essential electronic classics and film scores, creates the soundtrack for modern life. This tour is in support of their newly released album “Love 2.” The special guest AM is a multi-instrumentalist from Los Angeles with a flare for distilling global music influences into his own unique and infectious pop confections.

Visit AIR online: Aircheology.com
The Rhythm Foundation receives annual support from The City of Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council, the Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs, Level Magazine, Business Centers International.

Holidays with Sweet Honey in the Rock 12/11/09

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SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK
Holidays with Sweet Honey in the Rock
Friday, December 11, 2009 @ 8:00 pm
This Friday, the phenomenally popular African-American all-female vocal ensemble- “their voices are all fabulous!” (Fort Worth Star Telegram)-brings to Miami an inspirational and fun-for-the-entire-family holiday concert fusing the many warm and wonderful traditions that mark the end of the year.
Knight Concert Hall

A Sweet Deal for DWNTWNRS
Get Half-Price tickets to Sweet Honey in the Rock , visit the show page
Sweet Honey in the Rock and enter promo code DWNTWNR.

Black Curtains at the White Room: 3-night Phish after party with Break Science, Boombox and EOTO 12/28-30/09

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Black Curtains at the White Room is a three-night Phish after-party series taking place December 28-30. The musical line-up features some of the best dubstep, electro and IDM acts in the country, including Break Science, Boombox and EOTO (Michael Travis and Jason Hann of the String Cheese Incident). Also on the bill are many of Miami’s top local performers such as Afrobeta, DJ Le Spam and Richard Devine. The venue is a short walk from AA Arena where Phish is staging its four-night NYE run and all headliners in the Black Curtains series will start their sets after the Phish shows let out, keeping the dance party going late into the night.

The White Room
1306 N. Miami Ave.
305.995.5050
www.glittergluproductions.com
$15 adv / $20 door (doors at 10 PM)
For advance tickets: www.underonebeat.com

BAND BIOS:
Break Science is the culmination of a career of beat bending by its brainchild, Adam Deitch. Whether performing a DJ set with drums/programming or helming a live band, Break Science is club music in the vein of a “live mix tape,” blending live trip-hop, broken-beat, dub, drum & bass and hip-hop. The live band features some of the most talented musicians on the New York scene today (sidemen and producers for the Fugees, G-Unit, Matisyahu and more). Guests have included luminaries such as Wyclef, Matisyahu, Rob Swift of the Executioners and Talib Kweli. Adam Deitch, the son of two professional funk drummers, first picking up sticks at the age of two. Adam’s career crosses genres but has focused on hip-hop, funk and jazz, where he’s played the role of both drummer and producer. Inspired by hip-hop at an early age – in particular, by Public Enemy and Eric B and Rakim – Adam began his production career by making loops on a tape deck in his bedroom. He’s gone on to produce tracks for some of today’s top emcees, including 50-Cent, Redman, Talib Kweli, Snoop Dogg, KRS-One, MF Doom, J-Live, Jurassic 5 and Immortal Technic.

Check out Break Science.

BoomBox is Producer/Engineer/DJ/Drummer Russ Randolph and Producer/DJ/Vocalist/Guitarist Zion Rock Godchaux. This pair of dynamic artists uses their rich musical history and their vision of music and popular culture to deliver a style of music distinctly different from anything heard or seen in music today. This signature sound and show brings live music to a new, elevated level. BoomBox evolved through the common visualization of two forward-thinking artists from diverse musical backgrounds. Raised by supportive and musically inclined parents, both Godchaux and Randolph had an obsession with music at very young ages. Godchaux, who grew up with deeply embedded rock and roll roots, began playing drums at the age of two, and played guitar and wrote his own songs as a teen. During the 90s, Godchaux was a well-received touring DJ based out of the San Francisco area. Randolph began as a young drummer, but it’s what was happening behind the scenes that attracted him most. As much producers as they are musicians, it is Randolph’s knack for engineering, Godchaux’s understanding of soundscapes and the duo’s rich ability to improvise live that keeps BoomBox resonating at higher levels.

Check out BoomBox at.

Consisting of Michael Travis and Jason Hann of The String Cheese Incident, EOTO mixes the organic sounds of live drums, keyboards, vocals, bass, percussion, and guitar through a variety of programs and gadgets to create a style of music that is more likely found in a dance club, then a live music theater. What sets EOTO apart from other artists in this emerging genre is how the music is created. While some artists may spend hours pre-mixing samples and elements of music for their live show, EOTO uses nothing pre-recorded, giving them the ability to approach each song with on-the-spot spontaneity and 100% live improvisation.

Check out EOTO at.

Spam Allstars 12/10-12/09

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Thursday – December 10th
Hoy Como Ayer
2212 SW 8th Street
Little Havana, FL
9pm doors, 2 for 1 drinks until 11pm, 21+ to get,
Rumberos de la 8 kick off the night (myspace.com/rumberosdela8)
spam allstars play at midnight!

Friday – December 11th
Magic City Casino
450 NW 37th Avenue
Miami, FL, 9pm

Saturday – December 12th
Jazid
1342 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL, 11pm
http://www.jazid.net

PALO! at CubaOcho this Sunday 11/6/09

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Hope you can make it this Sunday, December 6, 2009, 7-10pm for
PALO! @ CubaOcho
Facebook RSVP for this event.
CubaOcho Art and Research center
1465 SW 8 Street #106
Miami – Little Havana
305-285-5880

PALO! brings their addictive blend of Afro-Cuban, Funk & Jazz to their new weekly SUNDAY residency in Little Havana.
$10 cover charge – WOMEN ENTER FREE!
$5 Mojitos from 5-8pm
You may win a FREE PALO! t-shirt or CD!
Before the event, please join us across the street for the Cuban Food Tweetup @ El Exquisito!
Facebook RSVP for the Cuban Food Tweetup.
CubaOcho is a unique place that you simply must see to believe. It’s got a full bar, an art gallery with incredible historical Cuban paintings & sculpture, a library, a beautiful patio, and an excellent performance space. There’s a great ambiance and plenty of room to relax, dance, and have fun. Nice menu of tapas.

Visit us on the Wild, Wacky Web:
gopalo.com – A unique Cubano-Americano Experience

FemmeArt present Performance Art Night with Beatriz Lecuona and Oscar Hernandez 12/5/09

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Art Basel Season 09 FemmeArt present Performance Art Night with celebrity Spanish artists Beatriz Lecuona and Oscar Hernandez
Saturday, December 5th
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
7300 Biscayne Blvd
Miami FL 33128

NO ENTRANCE FEE * FREE PARKING
After ten years of working together, Spanish artists Beatriz Lecuona and Oscar Hernandez present their latest performance act “The Old Soldier Action” which is part of a series that include pieces in other mediums like installation, drawing and sculptures.

This long work in progress has been presented recently in international events in Europe, Latin America and USA.

The series portraits a powerful drama between male and female which spectator must confront without fears. The actions performed in this work present within itself a reflective space concerning the emotional, social and political role of women.

This event, which questions the relationship between domination and submission, is been sponsored by Chop Shop Chix Beauty Lab, Viewpoint Art, Latin American Art Consulting, Programa Pasajero Cultural, HW8 Creative and MiMo District.

Javier Ruibal to perform at Kimbaracumbara 12/4/09

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Have you ever felt your senses begin to cloud because of a poem or a melody? Have you ever felt the sensation of listening to a voice that takes over you? It is the result of a lifetime of hard work, years and years of struggle, of moving verses, a gift for the eyes and the ears, a gentle caress for the soul. Javier Ruibal has the power to engulf each new guilty party….. It is a crime to not know his music, to not have entered into his world of fusion, into his labyrinth of beautiful words…. With every strum of his guitar, with every lyric, he is able to take us into a world full of color, of “tobacco and Spanish wine,” a world with stories of prohibited love, a world of landscapes which seem to be created by the images of its own verses, a world of insatiable longings, of lost souls… His voice invites us to journey into his dreams, his rhythm fills the music lover with pleasure, and even the most stubborn of listeners are captured by what they hear and feel. He finds himself surrounded by the most happening of grooves, the most happening musicians, and in the top international stages, he is considered the most organic of artists in this world full of jealousy and betrayal. Journey into his music and allow his magic to engulf you. You will become one of many, but he will make you feel like you are the only one. There is room for you here, and you can expect to stay forever.

Javier Ruibal ¿Has sentido alguna vez que se te nublan los sentidos con un poema, una melodía? ¿Has vivido la sensación de escuchar una voz que te atrapa? Son muchos años de trabajo duro, una trayectoria “de pico y pala”, una vida de versos cantados que emocionan, un regalo para los ojos y los oídos, una caricia para el alma. Javier Ruibal se apodera de cada nuevo “reo”… Es un delito no conocer su música, no haberse adentrado jamás en su mundo de fusión, en su laberinto de hermosas palabras… Con cada acorde de su guitarra, con cada letra, es capaz de transportarnos a un mundo lleno de color, de “tabaco y tinto de verano”, de historias de amor prohibidas, de tierras que parecen inventadas en el dibujo de sus textos, de anhelos insaciables, de almas perdidas… Su voz invita a aventurarnos en sus sueños, su ritmo colma de placer al más intrépido melómano, al más reacio oyente embelesa con su boca y con sus dedos. Se rodea del mejor son, de los mejores músicos, y en los mejores escenarios de la escena internacional se le ha visto pasear como el más sencillo de los artistas que haya conocido este mundo tan celoso y traicionero. Adéntrate en su música y deja que su magia te envuelva. Serás uno de tantos, pero te hará sentir que eres único. Aquí hay un hueco para ti, y no te quepa duda de que vas a quedarte para siempre.

Defiance Music Festival 11/28/09

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Pepsi Proudly Presents: Defiance Music Festival 2009
Venue: Finnegan’s River
401 SW 3rd Ave, Miami , FL 33130
For questions or information you may call: (305) 856-7881 OR (954) 638-4570
From: 1:00pm – 5:00am
• $20 ADMISSION!
• DRINKS AND FOOD WILL BE AVAILABLE!
• FULL LIQUOR BARS FOR 21+ W/ ID!
• ALL RESPONSIBLE AGES WELCOME!
• 16 HOURS OF MUSIC
• VISUAL AND LASER LIGHT SHOW
• POOL AND JACUZZI
There will be live Fire Poi performances by Twitch & Katrina
Go-go dancing and performances by Puppet Master, Trinkette, and the Sugar Pop Dolls
Krissy will have a table where she will be selling lights,
Plus Chrissy from Creepy Closet will be selling Hair Falls!
Live Performances by:
Alukard
Becca Neun
Web 3
Candace Meyer
Korpus Kounty

MC Jumanji (H.T.O) (BASSHEAD)
Wyzzard (H.T.O)
Hyro (H.T.O)
Tecnotic (H.T.O) (TRU – SKOOL)
Deranged (E.M.A)
Rabbit (E.M.A)
TRiPP (E.M.A)
Madhatter (E.M.A)
Karma (G.P.)
Linus (G.P)
Kiddo (G.P)
Special K (S & S)
Wahrfar3 (S & S)
Dagger Vs. Shockwave (KAOTIQ PSYENCE) (LABELED-LESS RECORDS)
Ryan Levy (KAOTIQ PSYENCE) (LABELED-LESS RECORDS)
Danny Bled (INFRASTRUCTURE)(DEFIANCE)
Le Brion (EYE-RECORDS)(DEFIANCE)
Calderin (D.O.D) (DEFIANCE)
M4ch1n1st (DEFIANCE)
Cardova (DEFIANCE)
esreveR (E.P)
Reptile (8 Up Muzic)
Aruba (A.I)
BiGBOY (BASSHEAD)
O’Ryan (E.R)
F8al (T.R.K)
Cipher (R.P)

..And more!!!
*Don’t forget to bring a bathing suit!*

This year we are pleased to announce the partnership with Pepsi, 93 Rock, and Defiance Events to make this music festival a memorable one. Defiance has partnered up with other productions such as Infrastructure, E.M.A, H.T.O, and Kaotiq Psyence Records to submit you to the sounds of dub-step, drum & bass, break-beat, trance, electro, house, and industrial. This event will bring us all together to share one mission, which is to be the world’s premier event and consumer products. Also, a special thank you in advance for your time & support! We hope to have a wonderful event and see each and every one of you there.

http://myspace.com/defianceevents

Van Dyke Music Schedule December 2009

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Showcasing the best in Jazz, Rock, Latin, Brazilian, Funk, Blues, and Songwriters, the VAN DYKE continues its musical legacy live on Lincoln Road and on our nightly webcam broadcasts (http://www.thevandykecafe.com).
We are committed to providing the highest quality of music OF ALL STYLES 7 nights a week in a fun concert style venue. We also feature
— “TWILIGHT SERIES” which is a monthly outdoor VAN DYKE Lincoln Road music festival from 5-9pm.
— “VINTAGE SOUL”, a live music showcase and open mike night featuring the best in R&B, Funk, Jazz and Neo Soul
–SONGWRITERS NIGHT, this month is FEATURES LATIN SONGWRITERS
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DECEMBER Schedule
1- UM Frost School of music, Boasts one the greatest Jazz departments in the US.
2- Maryel Epps, Diva of song and love.
3- Joey Gilmore, “Best bluesman on the planet” International Blues Association
4- Ever So Klever, 30s with Rockabilly, Jazz, Country, Latin and horns.
5- Ike & Val Woods Revue, Soul and blues revue.
6- Bobby Stringer, Extraordinary Soul and R&B
7- JP Soars, Electrified Blues into Django Jazz
8- Gecko Jazz, Blend of Afro Caribbean, Be-bop, and Brasilian flavor
9- Ivan Zervigon, Latin Jazz
10-KCC Productions presents Silvano Monasterios & the Fourth World Ensemble, Pianist and composer
11- Sammy Figueroa, Latin Jazz explosion
12- Tony Succar y el Grupo Mixtura Latin Jazz, A journey through S. America and Latin Caribbean.
13- Oriente, Afro-Cuban fusion
14- No Music
15-Rodolfo Zuniga, Original contemporary Jazz.
16- KCC Productions presents Tony Madruga, Jazz pianist
17- Nicole Henry, Internationally acclaimed Jazz holiday music special
18- Rose Max, Brazilian samba party.
19- Palo!, Mix of Afro-Cuban, funk and jazz.
20- Phoenixstar Ent. Presents Vintage Soul Night, featuring “Soulplay”. R&B, Funk, and Neo soul. Featuring an “Open Mic Hour”
21- Crazy Fingers, Celebrating music of the grateful dead.
22- Cécile McLorin Salvant, French-American jazz singer. Performed in venues like 2008 Ascona Jazz Festival and “Le Petit Journal Saint Michel”.
23- Jackson Bunn, Smooth grooves into the Jazz-O-Sphere
24- A Jazz Christmas with Vocalist Davis and Dow
25- Artist of the month, Van Dyke Artist Christmas Jam Celebration featuring The Mike Levine Quintet, Twilight Series 5-9pm, Lanzallamas, Afro-latin-america world beat mezcla.
26- Conjunto Progreso, Grammy nominated. Cuban son and descargas Cubana.
27- Hit Songwriter Night With Donato Poveda and Sol temple also featuring Robbie Gennet and friends
28- Rick Krive, Smooth jazz and vocal.
29- Joshua Stedman, featuring Randy Singer, Original compositions influences of Sting, Stevie Wonder, Jamiroquai & Seal.
30- Mike Gerber, Solo piano virtuoso
31- New Year Eve Latin Salsa celebration eve featuring El Grupo Mixtura Latin Jazz. A journey through S. America and Latin Caribbea

Junior Orange Bowl Caroling Competition 12/2-6/09

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WHAT: Junior Orange Bowl Caroling Competition
WHEN: December 2-6, 2009
WHERE: 550 Biltmore Way (550 Building)
DESCRIPTION: As the temperatures drop outside, Coral Gables comes alive with the voices of more than 1,500 students singing holiday music. The Junior Orange Bowl Caroling Competition is a holiday tradition in the City of Coral Gables, as it helps kick off the holiday season. The event consists of five nights of free concerts, starting on December 2, on the steps of the 550 Building. This is the 23rd year of the tradition, and the students will compete for $20,000 worth of prizes.

Jazz At MOCA with Jowee Omicil Madafi Pierre Book Signing 11/27/09

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Madafi Pierre Book Signing The Meltdown of a Sweet Black Cat
7:15 pm
Arrive early for JAZZ AT MOCA and enjoy a reading from The Meltdown of a Sweet Black
Cat, a collection of poems, essays and short stories. Anative of Miami with Haitian
parents, Pierre developed her musical literary and acting talents while a student
at Design and Architecture Senior High School. She has acteded the in Langston
Hughes Off Broadway play “Tambourines to Glory” and performed her music of soul,
funk and jazz at The Blue Note in New York. She divides her time between Miami
and New York

Suenalo CD Release Party at Transit Lounge 11/28/09

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Suenalo CD Release Party
Saturday, November 28
Transit Lounge will host the highly anticipated CD launch of local sensation Suénalo this Saturday. The 8-piece self described “Afro-Latin-baby makin’ -descarga-funk” band recorded its third album (its second live album) right here at Transit a few months ago.
Saturday, November 28th at 10:00pm
Transit Lounge
729 SW 1st Ave
Miami, FL 33130
Venue Website

Major Event Marketing Presents Miami Life with Ras Kass with special guest Wrekonize 11/27/09

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Major Event Marketing Presents:
“MIAMI LIFE”
Ras Kass
w/ special guest Wrekonize
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7th
@ White Room
Doors at 10pm
PERFORMING LIVE!
– Ras Kass
– Wrekonize
– Bernbiz of MayDay
– Heckler
– T.H.C.
– Pages & The Out of Hand Band
– Saheed
– Just This Crew
– Benchwarmers Clique
– Flow Official (Omniscient & Emo)
– Psyko South

DJs:
– DJ EFN
– DK KNS

Vice City Cypher Presents:
The Last Mic Standing
Music By: DJ Heron & Kane
Located @ White Room
1306 N Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33132

The Lumpy Sue Acoustic MusicFest 11/27/09

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The Lumpy Sue Acoustic Musicfest is a free concert in North Miami’s Greynolds Park the day after Thanksgiving. It provides a relaxed and mellow alternative to the frenzy of Holiday commercialism. However, if money is burning a hole in your pocket, you can buy raffle tickets to support Habitat for Humanity. Prizes are generally gift certificates from local merchants and have included: restaurants, spas, music and book stores, baskets and gifts, coffee houses, hotel and cruise vacations, etc.
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 27 2009
FREE LIVE MUSIC FROM 11 AM TO 5 PM AT GREYNOLDS PARK
17530 W Dixie Hwy
North Miami Beach, FL 33160-4819
RAFFLES WITH GREAT PRIZES, 100%OF PROCEEDS GO TO HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF GREATER MIAMI
For Additional Information, Talent Inquiries, Sponsorship Info or to Donate Prizes, Call: 786 999 5777 Or email: info@lumpysue.org
Tentative Schedule:
First thing is open mike (Get a good spot, unpack your blankets or chairs, meet your neighbors, buy some raffle tickets and get comfortable). From Noonish to Sundown we will be privileged to enjoy the sounds of many of the best local artists:
11:00 to 12.10 Open Mic
12:20 to 12:45: Diane Ward
12:55 to 1:25: Steel Drum Band
1:35 to 1:55: Forget the Name
2:05 to 2:25: Ellen Bukstel
2:35 to 2:55: Minimal
3:05 to 3:25- Raffa and Rainer
3:35 to 3:55 – Daphna Rose
4:05 to 4:30: Nil Lara
4:40 to 5:10- Romo
5:15 to sunset Rat will clear the park in his typical atypical way ! (Recordings of Ratt will not be permitted by both FDA and EPA decree)

Idan Raichel at the Knight Concert Hall 11/21/09

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Idan Raichel Project this November 21, 2009 at 8 pm at the Knight Concert Hall.

Click here to purchase tickets, and use the promo code forpeace to get discounted tickets and to attend the meet and great with Idan Raichel from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Knight Concert Hall Lobby with complimentary drinks. http://www.arshtcenter.org/tickets/calendar/view.aspx?id=5994

With their multicultural blend of African beats, Latin American rhythms, and Middle Eastern soul, The Idan Raichel Project burst onto Israel’s music scene in 2002, instantly changing their country’s popular music. A spectacular live show marked by irresistible raw energy and sophisticated production techniques plus three remarkable top-of-the-charts albums have made the Idan Raichel Project one of the most unexpected success stories in Israeli music history.

Awesome New Republic Return to the Magic City at Studio 1415 11/21/09

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AWESOME NEW REPUBLIC Return to the Magic City!
w/ PANIC BOMBER, LIFE OF SEALS and NIVED + HYDRO
SATURDAY 11/21
Honor Roll // Overthrow MIA present:
AWESOME NEW REPUBLIC Return to the Magic City with a little help from their friends!
http://www.anrmiami.com
http://www.myspace.com/awesomenewrepublic
http://www.miaminewtimes.com/bestof/2009/award/best-band-1648553/

PANIC BOMBER (Miami New Times Best New Electronica Artist 2009)
http://panicbomber.com
http://www.myspace.com/panicbomber
http://www.miaminewtimes.com/bestof/2009/award/best-new-electronica-artist-1648532/

LIFE OF SEALS (Ft. Lauderdale Shoegaze)
http://www.myspace.com/lifeofseals

NIVED-N-HYDRO (Experimental Hip Hop on Circuitree Records)
http://www.myspace.com/nivednhydro

STIAN ROENNING
http://www.stianroenning.com

DJPJ (NIGHTDRIVE)
http://www.myspace.com/nightdrivemoroders
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=38090747313

Saturday, November 21st
STUDIO 1415
1415 NE 129th St
North Miami, FL 33161

This is guaranteed to be the dance party art spectacle of the season. ANR have been on the road since October, touring the nation, finding adventure and stopping by the music industry’s flagship event, CMJ in NYC, along the way. Some photos from CMJ! http://www.browardpalmbeach.com/slideshow/view/28672803

Art exhibition by Stian Roenning, South Florida photographer and videographer responsible for Dirty Harry at LIV Nightclub, Fountainebleau.

DJPJ will be spinning during the welcoming reception, in between acts, and for the afterparty following the show. Guaranteed dance party all night!

Doors at 8PM
Bands at 9PM
Arrive early for the art exhibition. Space is limited.

$8 Limited Presale Available at Sweat Records Miami and Radioactive Records Ft. Lauderdale. CASH ONLY, PLEASE! Buy presale, save money! Support your local record stores!
http://sweatrecordsmiami.com
http://www.myspace.com/radio_active_records
$10 at the door
Tune into 90.5 WVUM for a chance to win a pair of tickets!
For all thoughts, comments, existential concerns, email: amclees@gmail.com

King Chango returns Live at North Beach Bandshell presented by Polar Beer 12/5/09

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SHOCK Entertainment, Rumbamiami.com & Cerveza Polar present
The return of
KING CHANGO
special guests:
Bachaco
Malayerba
La Family Dub (DJ Set)
Lance-O (MC | Kulcha Shok Muzik)
Saturday, Dec 5
Doors @ 6PM
North Beach Bandshell
7275 Collins Avenue � Miami Beach
All Ages
Free admission for kids under 12
Click here for advance discount tickets
Or call 305.905.0435 for more info
After Party @ Transit Lounge with PALENKE SOULTRIBE
No cover!

PALO! at Van Dyke 11/21/09

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PALO! Upstairs @ the Van Dyke Caf̩! РClick Here to RSVP & For More Info (Facebook)
Saturday, November 21, 9:00pm – 1:00am
Van Dyke Café
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
PALO! brings their addictive blend of Afro-Cuban, Funk & Jazz to South Beach…
No cover charge!
YOU MAY WIN A FREE PALO! CD or T-Shirt…

Visit us on the Wild, Wacky Web:
gopalo.com – A unique Cubano-Americano Experience

The University of Miami Frost School of Music and WDNA Radio present The University of Miami Frost Jazz Ensemble 11/20/09

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The University of Miami Frost School of Music
and WDNA-FM 88.9 Public Radio present…
The University of Miami Frost Jazz Ensemble 1
Larry Lapin, Director
Special guests Lisanne Lyons and John Toomey
Friday, November 20, 2009, 8 p.m.
UM Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Rd., Coral Gables
Tickets: $15
to benefit WDNA-FM 88.9 Public Radio & the UM Frost School of Music
Call 305-284-5813 for reservations

New Music Miami Concert at The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum 11/21/09

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New Music Miami Concert
Saturday, November 21th, 2009, 8pm
The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum

FIU New Music Ensemble specializes in the performance of contemporary chamber, experimental and electronic music, with an emphasis in the music of the last 50 years. The ensemble has recently been featured at the Subtropics Music Festival, the Society of Composers National and Regional Conferences, and the National Conference of the College Music Society.

$5 students| $10 FIU faculty, staff and seniors | $15 general admission Purchase Tickets

CCE Miami presents Flamenco Hip-Hop and film with La Excepcin and Depedro + Martin Wenk 11/20-22/09

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CCE Miami presents Flamenco Hip-Hop and film with La Excepción and Depedro + Martin Wenk
November 20th, 21st and 22nd, 2009
Film Screening: Friday, Nov 20th at 7:00 p.m. El truco del manco (One-armded trick). In Spanish with English subtitles.
La Excepcion Concert: Saturday, Nov 21st at 8:00 p.m. Flamenco Hip-Hop
Location: North Beach Bandshell. 7275 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33141
Depedro + Martin Wenk Calexico Concert: Sunday, Nov 22nd at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Colony Theater. 1040 Lincoln Rd. Miami Beach, FL 33139
Admission: By donation. Tickets available at CCE Miami and two hours before each show at the venue.

In November “CCE on Stage” features the final round of performances by La Excepción with film and a music concert with Depedro + Martin Wenk.

La Excepción, the Spanish leading flamenco hip-hop band will have a double take in Miami with the presentation of the movie “El Truco del Manco” where the band’s mastermind “El Langui” is the leading actor. The movie was awarded 3 Goya Awards for best direction, actor and theme song. www.eltrucodelmanco.com

La Excepción (The Exception That Proves The Rule) is a rapband from Madrid, composed of two MCs: El Langui (Juan Manuel Montilla) and Gitano Antón (Antonio Moreno), and DJ La dako style (Javier Ibañez). They started a small revolution in the Spanish hip-hop scene, opening new doors with a very self-assured and personal style that integrates flamenco, Cheli slang, and a lot of humor, without losing the social critique so central to hip-hop. They have made, from a very local identity, a universal rap that has become popular around the whole country and has achieved rankings not normally held by hip-hop. They won Best Album of the Year in Rolling Stone Magazine for their first work “Cata Cheli”. www.laexcepcion.net

DePedro may be the first solo album for the man behind the name, Jairo Zavala, but in no way is it his debut. Already a celebrated recording artist in Spain, where he was born and raised, Zavala has spent the past two decades playing, writing, and performing with bands like Amparanoia, Vacazul, Los Coronas, and Calexico. The Miami concert will feature Martin Wenk from Calexico. DePedro is his most personal work, with songs written from his own experiences, his own thoughts and feelings, the music he’s looked to – from Afrobeat to flamenco to prog to pop. The inspirations are simple, the everyday things we all experience that unite and define us as human: regret, memory, love, fear, loss, and happiness. Jairo Zavala is a National Geographic World Music recording artist. www.myspace.com/myspacedepedro

Activities at the Cultural Center of Spain are sponsored by the Spanish Agency of International Cooperation to the Development (AECID), Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.

Centro Cultural Español
800 Douglas Road. Suite 170
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Ph: 305.448.9677
www.ccemiami.org
For more information about local openings and events, please visit www.miamiartguide.com

Photographs – Diesel: U Music Tour Miami at Paris Theater 11/17/09

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Diesel: U Music Tour Miami at Paris Theater on November 17, 2009.   The 2009 Diesel: U Music winner Terror Pigeon Dance Revolt! performed live alongside acclaimed hip-hop artist Kid Cudi and Brooklyn native Santigold and newcomer Jemina Pearl.  DJ MOMJEANS aka Danny Masterson was spinning for the shows finale. For the better gallery, click here.

Reflections Concert Series at Bass Museum of Art 11/18/09

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Bass Museum of Art
Reflections Concert Series
A Musical Mandala – Wednesday, November 18, 7:30pm
The Bass Museum of Art is thrilled to present the Reflections Concert Series of three concerts under the directorship of Gil Morgenstern with the collaboration of a superb ensemble of musicians and actors. Acclaimed for his artistry and technical brilliance as soloist with orchestra, in recital or as a chamber musician, violinist Gil Morgenstern has performed all over the world to overwhelming critical praise.
A Musical Mandala, the first in the series, takes the music of Johann Sebastian Bach as its starting point and circles through works by Schumann, Ysaye, Bartok, Barkauskas, Villa-Lobos and Kreisler. Join us as we contemplate Bach’s enormous influence on enlightened composers and audiences over a period of more than 300 years.
Reflections Concert Series presents solo and chamber music together with art, poetry and prose from around the world in combinations that both reflect upon one another and invite the audience to reflect anew on universal themes. In addition to the Bass Museum, Reflections is presented in New York City, North Carolina, and in Florence, Capri and Rome, Italy.
Admission: $20 Bass Museum members, $25 non- members
Please call 305-673-7530 ext 1013 for tickets.
Seating is limited, so get your tickets now!
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue (in Collins Park)
Miami Beach, FL 33139
T: 305.673.7530
bassmuseum.org

Direct from Havana Septeto Nacional Ignacio Piñeiro to perform in Miami 11/21/09

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Septeto Nacional Ignacio Piñeiro in Concert!
Saturday, November 21st – 10:30 PM
at Hoy Como Ayer, 2212 SW Calle 8, Little Havana, Miami
Reservations: 305. 541.2631

Septeto Nacional Ignacio Piñeiro are paragon interpreters of son, Cuba’s national music genre par excellence. Decades before the Buena Vista Social Club, the septet performed the compositions of its namesake, transforming them into international standards of the son tradition.
Septeto Nacional, was formed in 1927 by the first superstar of Cuban son, Ignacio Piñeiro. Born and raised in the working class Havana neighborhood of Pueblo Nuevo, Piñeiro epitomized the urban sonero. He started out as a brilliant rumbero, and he was a well-known akpón or lead vocalist of the santería chant tradition.
A bassist, vocalist and composer, he composed Échale salsita, perhaps the best known son of all time, and the source, according to some, of the term salsa by which son’s successor was to be known. The tune tells the story about a night out on the town and the savoring of the finest sausage in the world; it was appropriated by George Gerschwin who worked its theme into his famous “Cuban Overture.”
Another of Piñeiro’s tunes, Suavecito, relates how delightful it is to dance son tenderly embracing one’s partner and confining one’s movements within the perimeter of a single floor tile. Its enchanting lyric, el son es lo más sublime para el alma divertir (son is the most sublime thing to entertain the soul), has become a mantra for son aficionados throughout the world. Among Piñeiro’s most popular opuses are Esas no son cubanas, Bardo, No juegues con los santos and Coco mai mai.
Many credit Piñeiro with being the first to introduce the trumpet to the traditional sexteto, thus creating the septeto format which endures to this day. He is also credited with making son music acceptable to all strata of Cuban society when he took Septeto Nacional to the World Exposition in Seville in 1928 where it created a sensation. Until then, son was the music of workers and peasants. Like jazz and tango, it was also the music most associated with houses of ill repute; it was even banned in Havana until the mid 1920’s. But the recognition son gained when Septeto Nacional visited the “Mother Country” was the seal of approval which paved the way for son to be played and danced at high society ballrooms and country clubs.
After Piñeiro’s death in 1968, the septet had a succession of leaders of renown, including guitarist/composer Rafael Ortiz, legendary rumbero Carlos Embale, and guitarist Richard Aymee Castro. In its current configuration, the Septeto Nacional is directed by bongo virtuoso Francisco Oropeza. Now more than eight decades after its founding, Septeto Nacional Ignacio Piñeiro is a national treasure interpreting a timeless repertoire to the delight of audiences and dancers throughout the world.
http://fundarte.us
Click here to access YouTube for a Septeto Nacional rendition of Échale salsita

DJ Oski & Queen Of The Scene present The Jolly Jam at Tobacco Road 12/4/09

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Tobacco Road
DJ Oski & Queen Of The Scene
Present
The Jolly Jam 2009.
Toy & Food Drive Concert.
Friday December 4th 2009
Tobacco Road.
If you would like to be a part of this special holiday event in any way please contact Oski at 305.303.3976. We are looking for people that want to setup and sell stuff, like a flea market. We will not charge you anything all we ask is you bring something for the toy & food drive. Spread the word as this will be a very special event and spaces are limited.

To book your band or solo act. Please send your bio, pic, website, contacts and 1mp3
of your music to: therockthursdays@yahoo.com and to q_o_t_s@yahoo.com

Happy Holidays and Thank you for making music.
Tobacco Road 626 South Miami Avenue. Miami Florida

Giant Step Presents SVEDKA Vodka Sessions A Special Performance by Kid Sister 12/4/09

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Giant Step Presents SVEDKA Vodka Sessions #5: A Special Performance by Kid Sister
Friday, December 4 2009
Delano, A Morgans Hotel
1685 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
We are very excited to present the fifth installment of the SVEDKA Vodka Sessions series in Miami Beach, FL, during Art Basel, with Kid Sister performing poolside at Delano, a Morgans Hotel on December 4.

Click here to RSVP. RSVP limited to one person per email.

SVEDKA Vodka Sessions, a concert series brought to you by Giant Step and SVEDKA, brings you the very best bands and emerging artists. The series has already featured Wale with DJ Mark Ronson at Hudson Hotel in New York, Peter Bjorn And John and DJ Jason Bentley at Mondrian Hotel in West Hollywood, Diane Birch with DJ Anané Vega at Hudson Hotel, as well as Nneka with DJ Vikter Duplaix at SkyBar Mondrian Hotel in West Hollywood.

Kid Sister was born Melisa Young on July 3, 1980 in Markham, Illinois. She had a hard life growing up in South suburban Chicago due predominantly to her family’s financial situation and has channeled that energy into her art from a young age. Holding down various jobs (from Bath and Body Works, to working at a baby store “slanging bibs and teething rings”) she has acquired a degree in film from Columbia College Chicago. She started rapping in 2005, becoming an MC at monthly dance parties hosted by the DJ duo Flosstradamus (DJ J2K of the duo being her brother and current DJ), which was featured in MTV’s My Block that same year.

She made URB’s “The Next 1000” cover in April 2007, and was signed to Kanye West’s DJ A-Trak’s label Fool’s Gold. Her first single featuring Kanye West “Pro Nails” was later released to much critical acclaim. Her debut album Ultra-Violet is scheduled for release Nov 17, 2009 with Downtown Records featuring Artists like Kanye West, Estelle, and Cee-Lo. As well as Producers like Rusko, Brian Kennedy, and Steve Angello and Sebastian Ingrosso of the DJ group Swedish House Mafia.

The Magical Music of Disney by New World Symphony 11/22/09

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The Magical Music of Disney
Sunday, November 22, 3:00pm
Lincoln Theatre
Tickets from $20
ALMOST SOLD OUT!
Let your imagination soar with “The Magical Music of Disney!” Be enchanted by moments from Disney’s most treasured films, such as The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin and The Lion King. This symphonic journey through beloved melodies will be enhanced by images from the movies that made them legendary. Don’t wait! Tickets are selling fast.

Click here to reserve your seat today!

Damira Feldman at Steinway Piano Gallery 11/21/09

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Dear Friends of Music!
Welcome to an exciting Series of Piano Music“Beautiful and Beloved Music of All Time”
We cordially invite you to the Concert Performed by Damira Feldman at Steinway Piano Gallery
Saturday, November 21st at 7 PM
4104 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Coral Gables, Florida 33146
Seating is limited
Tickets not required. Free-will Offering
Please RSVP by November 14th
For information and reservations, please contact: Ms. Damira Feldman at 305-588-0083 Email: mira.feldman@gmail.com
Mr. James W. Beach at 305-774-9878 Email: jbeach@steinway.com

Coffee House Gypsies Band Invited to Perform at Miami Music Festival 2009 12/10-12/09

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South Florida’s Coffee House Gypsies band – also known as
“The Rock n Roll Gypsies from Miami”
has been invited to perform at Miami Music Festival 2009

South Florida – November 8, 2009 – The Coffee House Gypsies has been active in the South Florida live music scene since 1997. They have released 2 EP’s and 1 LP. They were also featured on a Canadian dance track, “Run Along” by dance music producer Kevin Michaels. They have repeatedly been in The Miami Herald, Miami New Times, Sun Sentinel, University of Miami Synergy, RAG Magazine, and CityLink MetroMix. They have also popped up in Hello Jersey City, Miami Living Magazine, and South FL Folk Notes Monthly.

In 2007/2008 The Gypsies released a full length album titled, “The Artist” which had a single that made it to the finals for the Insider’s Choice Awards at the GAC Songwriting Contest by Gibson Guitars. They later won nine Status QuO South Florida Live Music Awards in December of 2008. Then they toured and played Kenny’s Castaways in New York City, performing to a sold out room on the same stage where Aerosmith and Rod Stewart had once performed before them.

Currently The Gypsies are working on a new album scheduled to release in late 2010. They will perform on the Miami.com stage at The Miami Music Festival in December 2009, as special invitees of The Miami Herald & Miami.com, sharing the stage with Grammy nominee, Alih Jey, and an all stellar lineup of artists. The CHG is also expected to play other MMF stages throughout Miami during the 3 day festival, appearing courtesy of Tenement Hall Productions, LLC & Damian’s Dream Music, at the “In Tune Monthly” / In Tune Partners, LLC / Miami.com / Broadjam music festival event, thanks to “In Tune Partners, LLC”.

Stay tuned for more details, or follow the CHG band on twitter for updates: twitter.com/thechg
Exact performance slots for MMF will be posted to the CHG band’s myspace page as soon as announced. Any South Florida radio station or DJ may request promotional CDs of Coffee House Gypsies singles from the 2008 album, The Artist, by simply requesting a CD by email to: CHG@CoffeeHouseGypsies.com All email reqs must include a full name, mailing address or PO Box, and the name of the radio station or affiliate. Singles include fan favorites “Tigerlilly”, “After The Tone”, “Bittersweet”, and “Let’s Stay”

www.myspace.com/coffeehousegypsies
www.facebook.com/pages/Coffee-House-Gypsies/42828893586
Miami Music Festival

Diesel U:Music Tour Stops In Miami Beach With Major Line-Up 11/17/09

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DIESEL U:MUSIC Concert / Paris Theatre 550 Washington
9pm

The 2009 Diesel:U:Music winner Terror Pigeon Dance Revolt! will perform live November 17th at Miami’s Paris Theatre alongside an all-star line-up including acclaimed hip-hop artist Kid Cudi and Brooklyn native and Billboard chart topper Santigold. A special guest DJ will be spinning between sets. More acts to be announced.

All Diesel fans will have a chance to witness this private event with a limited amount of invitations to be given away starting at 4pm on Saturday, November 14th through Tuesday, November 17th, at Diesel stores as well as Bloomingdale’s located at the Aventura Mall.
Diesel Lincoln Road – 933 Lincoln Road
Diesel Avenutra – 19501 Biscayne Boulevard
Diesel Miami Beach – 801 Washington Avenue
Bloomingdale’s Aventura (men’s and women’s Diesel Departments)-19555 Biscayne Boulevard

In addition, Diesel’s Lincoln Road store will kick-off the festivities with a nightly Happy Hour including cocktails, DJ’s and shopping. Happy Hour commences on Saturday the 14th and continues for an additional three nights. Kid Cudi and Santigold will make in-store appearances on Tuesday the 17th, only at this location (exact time tbd).

The Miami concert is the final stop in the United States on the Diesel:U:Music Tour that travelled through Berlin, NYC, London, Paris, Tokyo. D:U:M 2009 ends in Sydney on November 25th.
Since 2001, Diesel has been seeking and promoting new music talent. A competition headed by an international jury, and offering incredible publicity support and worldwide exposure has rocketed many bands to stardom, including Mylo, Diplo and The Cool Kids among others.

In 2009, Diesel brought together an international jury composed of the likes of Sony Music Publishing Manager Atsushi Inoue, head of Universal Music Rock/Urban label in Germany Daniel Lieberberg, and Spin magazine senior editor Ellen Carpenter to name just a few who voted from thousands of musicians who uploaded their music to dieselumusic.com.

Diesel:U:Music winner The Terror Pigeon Dance Revolt! are now touring the world from July to November across the world’s greatest cities – including Berlin, New York, Tokyo, Paris, Madrid and London – to promote their music alongside established local music names. The concerts will broadcast to millions online.

Check out www.dieselumusic.com for a complete lineup daily starting November 5th.

Rhythm Foundation at Sleepless Night Free night of music and events in Miami Beach 11/7/09

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This Saturday, November 7th, Sleepless Night takes over Miami Beach
Rhythm Foundation stage at 22nd Street Beach from 8PM – 1AM
Full schedule and details at SleeplessNight.org – All FREE

From 6 PM on Saturday, November 7, until 7 AM the next morning, Miami Beach will stay up all night with more than 150 free arts and entertainment events presented at 80 different locations throughout the city. Over 100,000 people of all ages will enjoy free museum admissions, indoor and outdoor art installations and performances, architectural tours, dance, theater, music, slam poetry, film, video, fashion, acrobatics, comedy and more, including several unique collaborations and South Florida and world premieres.

Rhythm Foundation stage at 22nd Street Beach features:
8:00 PM: Grupo Embalo, a Brazilian samba septet
9:10 PM: Jacob Jeffries Band, rock
10:20 PM: Lanzallamas Monofonica, world music
12:00 AM: DJ Le Spam and the Spam All Stars, Latin electrofunk
Visit RhythmFoundation.com for music and band links

Sleepless Night is presented by Audi and is a production of the City of Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council. For this special event, The City of Miami Beach collaborates with every cultural institution in the city, and with numerous other organizations, businesses and individuals to ensure that Audi Sleepless Night includes all aspects and points of view of what we collectively call “the arts.” Free shuttle buses with onboard arts programming connect the four zones of activity and remote parking for the full 13-hour night.
See you there!

New World Symphony Previews New York State of Mind 11/7/09

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New York State of Mind
Saturday, November 7, 7:30pm
Lincoln Theatre
All tickets $15
Enjoy some of New York City’s most dedicated pioneers of contemporary music without ever leaving Lincoln Road. The composers and musicians of Bang on a Can join forces with NWS for surprises and fun. Conductor Jeffrey Milarsky leads the music of Lang, Ziporyn and Miami Beach native Michael Gordon with remarks from the composers from the stage and via Internet2. Gordon’s Gotham is a symphonic-film collaboration with Bill Morrison that chronicles the past, present and future of New York.

Sneak Peak! Click here for an excerpt of Gotham, including part of Bill Morrison’s film.

Click here to reserve your seat today!

UM Concert Jazz Band with Matt Harris at UM Gusman Concert Hall 11/6/09

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The University of Miami Frost School of Music
and WDNA-FM 88.9 Public Radio present…
The University of Miami Frost Concert Jazz Band
Dante Luciani, Director
Special guest Matt Harris

Matt Harris graduated from the University of Miami with a bachelor’s degree and from the Eastman School of Music with a Master’s Degree in Jazz Composition. He moved to Los Angeles after touring with jazz greats Maynard Ferguson and Buddy Rich. Matt has two CDs of original music, two published piano books, and more than 150 pieces of music. Matt is currently Director of Jazz Studies at California State University Northridge, directing the award winning Jazz “A” Band and teaching.

Friday, November 6, 2009, 8 p.m.
UM Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Rd., Coral Gables
Tickets: $15
to benefit WDNA-FM 88.9 Public Radio & the UM Frost School of Music
Call 305-284-5813 for reservations

PALO! at Hoy como Ayer this Thursday 11/5/09

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Hope you can make it this Thursday, November 5th at 11:00 PM for…
PALO! @ Hoy como Ayer
Hoy como Ayer
2212 SW 8 St – Calle Ocho
Miami, FL 33135
(305) 541-2631
PALO! brings their addictive blend of Afro-Cuban, Funk & Jazz to Little Havana…
YOU MAY WIN A FREE PALO! CD or T-Shirt…
$7 cover charge. Women enter free until 10:30.
Click Here To RSVP For This Event (Facebook).
Visit us on the Wild, Wacky Web:
gopalo.com – A unique Cubano-Americano Experience

Piano Recital Liszt at the Opera at Miami Art Museum 11/15/09

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Piano Recital: Liszt at the Opera
Sunday, November 15
3-5pm
Free to the public
Miami Art Museum

Miami Art Museum will present a recital by graduate students from Florida International University’s piano department under the direction of Jose Lopez, coordinator of Keyboard Studies. The program will feature Liszt’s transcriptions of Wagnerian arias and work by Argentine-born composer Mauricio Kagel, a leading figure in the 60s European avant-garde musical scene, among other selections. Please call 305.375.3000 for more information.

Villa-Lobos Tribute at Arsht Center 11/20/09

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“Nothing is sufficient to revere the memory of Villa-Lobos.” – Leonard Bernstein

Vale presents
Brazilian Classical Series: Amazon Inspirations
A Tribute to Villa-Lobos
Friday November 20th, 8 PM
Adrienne Arsht Center Knight Concert Hall, Miami
Tickets on sale through ArshtCenter.org or the box office at 305-949-6722.
Details at BrazilianClassicalSeries.com

Featuring THE MIAMI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA and guest artists from Brazil:
LUIZ FERNANDO MALHEIRO, guest conductor
EDNA D’OLIVEIRA, soprano
SIMONE LEITÃO, piano

The first Brazilian Classical Series concert will be dedicated to the symphonic music of Heitor Villa-Lobos (1887-1959), in light of his 50th anniversary of passing. In his music, Villa-Lobos describes Brazil in its unique diversity of colors and sounds. Among Brazil’s infinite diversity, the Amazon rainforest remained Villa-Lobos’ favorite source of inspiration throughout his life.

The program features selections from his last symphonic poem “Forest of the Amazon”, the well-known “Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5”, both sung by internationally renowned soprano Edna D’Oliveira, as well as the Prelude from “Bachianas Brasileiras No. 4” and “Mômoprecoce”, a fantasy for piano and orchestra performed by critically acclaimed pianist Simone Leitão. Joined by The Miami Symphony Orchestra and led by guest conductor Luiz Fernando Malheiro, Artistic Director of the Amazon Philharmonic Orchestra and of the Amazon Opera Festival, both based in city of Manaus, Brazil.

This concert is presented with support from Vale.
Additional support is received Odebrecht and the Consulate General of Brazil in Miami.
Proceeds benefit Neojiba, a youth orchestra and music education social program in the city of Salvador, Bahia.
Project partners include The Miami Symphony Orchestra, Inter-American Culture Development Foundation, Bank of Instruments Project, Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce of FL, Classical South Florida, Miami Piano Circle, Gazeta Brazilian News and The Rhythm Foundation.

All Children Group, Voices United, Celebrate Release of Recording Album Lost & Found at Las Tias Art Gallery 11/6/09

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Please join Voices United on Friday, November 6 at Las Tias Art Gallery, as they celebrate the release of their original recording album, “Lost & Found.” The event will feature live performances by the Voices United Touring Company and Voices United alumni, as well as an amazing silent auction. Please come and support a wonderful not-for-profit organization that inspires young people through the power of creative expression!

VOICES UNITED, AN ALL KIDS PERFORMING ARTS ORGANIZATION,
RELEASES RECORDING ALBUM: “LOST & FOUND”
Fundraising Celebration Friday, November 6th @ Las Tias in Wynwood Arts District

Voices United (VU), a Miami-based non-profit organization devoted to promoting cultural diversity through the arts, is honored to announce the release of their four song EP of original music, “Lost & Found.” An elegant Record Release Fundraiser, with a special appearance by NBC-6 anchor and reporter, Willard Shepard, will take place on Friday, November 6, 2009 at 7:30 p.m., Las Tias Art Gallery, 2834 N. Miami Ave. Miami, FL 33127.

With live performances by the Voices United Touring Company and Voices United alumni, Susie Green, Orlick Johnson Jr., and Miami’s own DJ HotPants, the evening will be an artistic culmination of music, fantastic food and Barefoot Wine & Bubbly. The “Lost & Found” EP will be on sale for $6.00 and amazing items such as a one-week stay at an exotic home in the Bahamas, as well as paintings and photography by local artists will be featured in a silent auction.

“I credit Voices United with cultivating my social awareness, expression and creativity. Not to mention, feeding my love for all people in understanding and collaboration. I am honored to perform for their Record Release Fundraiser,” said Susie Green, 33, singer/songwriter and Voices United alumnus. Green participated in Voices United from 1990-1992.

Featuring four original songs written and performed by 25 children ages 12-18, “Lost & Found” was recorded at The Franchise and The Hit Factory recording studios, this past summer. Representing diverse cultures, the young ensemble share their thoughts on various social issues such as violence and racism through this powerful recording album. Taking the reigns of this musical endeavor was Voices United’s musical director, Aaron Fishbein, a member of Scott Storch’s notorious hit-making crew who has turned out hits for the likes of Beyonce, Chris Brown, and Christina Aguilera. Joining Fishbein were Carlos “El Loco” Bodoya, a sound engineer/mixer who has worked with artists like Missy Elliott, Ciara and Weezer; Brett Simmons, a bassist who has worked with legendary musicians such as Fiona Apple and Brian Wilson of Beach Boys fame; Bob North, an organ player who has had the privilege of touring and recording as an organist and pianist with Chuck Berry, Howlin’ Wolf and Albert King; and Adam Ayan who has mastered albums by The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen and The Foo Fighters .

Voices United is a non-profit organization for children, devoted to promoting unity and cross-cultural understanding through the arts. For more information on Voices United, or to purchase tickets for this fundraiser please call 305-726-4822, e-mail Katie@voicesunited.org or visit www.voicesunited.org. Tickets for the fundraiser are $40.

Centro Cultural Español and FUNDarte present Eliseo Parra and Rosalia Roio in Concert 10/30/09

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Centro Cultural Español and FUNDarte present:
Eliseo Parra and Rosalia Roio in Concert!
Friday, October 30 8PM
CCE program to promote Spanish culture
Program to promote Spanish culture.
At CCEMiami. Free Admission
Info: Tel. 305 448 9677

Eliseo Parra is one Spain’s leading performers and researchers of folk music. He has traveled to small villages to rediscover old songs, musical instruments and learned how to play some instruments in the traditional style. He reconstructs folk music by adding modern elements. His background may seem surprising to some. He began as a rock musician and afterwards became interested in jazz and Caribbean rhythms. Eventually, he ended up rediscovering Spanish folk music.
Rosalia, Guitar player, songwriter, composer and vocalist, a truly original musician. With a fabulous energy and singular mastery of her instrument, able to un-earth the ancient popular music of her native Spain and embody it in an astonishing performance full of passion and mastery. Rosalia’s music is an inspired encounter of beauty, guts and virtuosity. Though educated with some of the bests musicians in the world, Rosalía’s songs reveal a truly un-affected, creative and brave artist who has become a cult musician for an international audience. Her music is a fusion of traditional Spanish Folk music that has been largely forgotten. The adaptations combine this folk heritage, which is not derived from Flamenco, with jazz and Latin colors. She has taken many sources and created a new musical vision enriched by her virtuosity guitar technique.
Location
CCE Miami
800 Doublass Rd
Coral Gables, FL

DWNTWN Miami Concert Series Laura Izibor 11/13/09

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Friday, November 13th @ 5:30 pm
DWNTWN Miami Concert Series
Friday, November 13, 2009 at 5:30 pm Season 2 of the DWNTWN Miami Concert Series rolls on with Rolling Stone magazine’s “Artist to Watch” Laura Izibor. She’ll rock the stage at this free concert at Bayfront Park’s Tina Hills Pavilion with her mix of sassy soulful songs.
Laura Izibor has been dubbed as an artist “You Oughta Know” by VH1 and her music has been used in movies and television shows including Grey’s Anatomy, P.S. I Love You, Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married and The Nanny Diaries.
As always the show is a sunset happy hour and food and drinks are available.
For information on this show and the rest of the season go to www.dwntwn.com …or… become a fan of the DWNTWN Miami Concert Series on Facebook …or … text DWNTWNR to 878787 for up to the minute updates.
This is going to be an amazing show and we’d love to see you there!
Presented by: Miami DDA and John S & James L Knight Foundation

Carmen Lundy to Perform in Miami 11/14/09

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Christ The King Lutheran Church, Ludder Hall: 11295 SW 57th Avenue (Red Road), Miami FL 33156 ctkmiami.org/ctk_pop_up.htm (305)665-5063 and (305)235-9298 Music Inside Out Concert Series $25 general admission, $50 pre-reserved premium seat with post-concert artist reception, Nov 14: Carmen Lundy (featuring Anthony Wonsey – piano, Ryan Cross – bass and Mayra Casales – percussion)

Smiling Gums Holloween at Soya & Pomodoro 10/30/09

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SMILING GUMS HOLLOWEEN PARTY

Join us this Friday October 30th for a costume party gig at Soya & Pomodoro in Downtown Miami. Don’t fear the spooky abandoned bank lobby of which there have been many in recent times! This one will be in all good fun, no bloodshed.

First show is at 9:30 and the second at 11:30. Come dressed up or you will feel left out. Experience our new freight train rhythm section of timbales and tumbadoras.

The address is 120 NE 1st Street

See you there
SMILING GUMS

Samantha Ronson kicks off Ultimate Remix in Miami 11/13/09

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G by GUESS, the latest brand extension from the denim pioneer, kicks off the ULTIMATE REMIX DJ tour in Miami on November 13 with a live DJ set by LA’s acclaimed Samantha Ronson. G by GUESS invites everyone to rock out on the dance floor at the Ramblas Plaza in Dolphin Mall with a unique mix of cutting-edge sounds by local dynamo DJ Troy Kurtz starting things off at 8:30pm. Complimentary Rockstar beverages will be provided all night to keep parched partiers refreshed. Among other giveaways, G by GUESS will raffle four Beach Cruisers to lucky winners.

There is no cover charge or RSVP necessary, but space is limited so please arrive early.

ULTIMATE REMIX feat. Samantha Ronson
Friday, November 13
8:30pm – 11:30pm

Dolphin Mall
11401 NW 12 St
Miami, FL

Sing The Automobile A Century Of Road Songs at Wolfsonian FIU 10/29/09

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PERFORMANCE
Thursday, October 29, 7pm
SING THE AUTOMOBILE: A CENTURY OF ROAD SONGS—Raise your voices and sing along with entertainer, songwriter, and music historian Rod MacDonald as he returns to The Wolfsonian to lead us in one of his popular evenings of themed songs—this time, celebrating the car and car culture. Free for members; $10 all others.
1001 WASHINGTON AVENUE
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139
T 305.531.1001 F 305.531.2133
wolfsonian.org

Miami Light Project celebrates 21 years during Miami Beach Sleepless Night 11/7/09

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Join Miami Light Project as we celebrate 21 years!

We kick off our 21st Season on Saturday, November 7, 2009
with an all night party of FREE performances during
Miami Beach’s Sleepless Night!

Come early and join us for cocktails at the FIllmore at Jackie Gleason Theater at 6:00pm where saxophonist Carlos Averhoff Jr and the IRESI Quintet
will kick off the 3rd Annual Global Cuba Fest at 7pm. Walk with us over to the Colony Theater at 8pm for brilliant dance by CIE Julie Dossavi, and then its back to the Fillmore for our raucous Global Cuba Fest Dance Off with Br@ily and Jose “Pepito” Gomez!

8:00pm: CIE Julie Dossavi
Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
FREE!
Infusing contemporary African dance forms with jolts of high fashion and street culture, the mesmerizing Julie Dossavi presents a collection of solos and duets accompanied by live African percussion, voice and electronic music. This Paris-based, Benin-born dancer and choreographer draws on sources from electronic dance music and club culture to gymnastics and tribal ritual to shape distinctive works that are modern, ethnic, expressive and abstract-and always alive with a distillation of human experience.

7:00pm-midnight
The Fillmore at Jackie Gleason Theater, 1700 Washington Ave, Miami Beach
FREE!

The 3rd Annual Global Cuba Fest features a showcase of some of the best of contemporary and time-honored Cuban rhythms, with three extraordinary musical groups mixing the diverse rhythms and genres from around the world to create a new and fresh global Cuban sound!

The night begins with the smooth grooves of the Boston-based Jazz saxophonist Carlos Averhoff Jr. and the IRESI Quintet, followed by a raucous Salsa/Timba “Miami vs. New York” Dance Party between the amazing Miami-based Timba and Salsa trombone player and singer, Br@ily, whose unique electrifying performances show off his non-stop energy and virtuosity and with New York-based vocalist Jose “Pepito” Gomez and his band, hailed by the New York Times as “another order of performer.”

Keeping the party going all night, DJ Snowhite and DJ Duni will spin in the Fillmore lobby between performance sets!

3rd Annual Global Cuba Fest Schedule
6:00pm-9:00pm DJ Snowhite
7:00pm Carlos Averhoff Jr and the IRESI Quintet
8:30pm Br@ily
9:00pm-12:00am DJ Duni
10:00pm Jose “Pepito” Gomez

Jazz For Peace – A Benefit Concert for EarthDance International 11/20/09

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You are invited to a very special event:

Rick DellaRatta and Jazz For Peace in Miami, FL on Fri Nov 20.
More details on Event Flyer below!

Rick is a world renowned jazz musician who has played at the UN for Peace. On Nov. 20, he is doing a FUNDRAISER for Earthdance International, an organization whose mission is awareness and action for peace, harmony, planet through dance and music.

We need to sell 50 tickets sold in 2 days by Oct 25 to enable the concert.

Schedule it now. Fri Nov. 20. Let’s make it happen. 25 pairs at $25 each.
Please think globally. You don’t have to be local to be part of the event.

Buy a Ticket * Donate a Ticket to the Underprivileged * Become a Sponsor
Help us sell our first 25 pairs of tickets by Oct 25 to make it happen!
Kindly Buy Now!
http://www.earthdance.org/jazz

This is going to be an amazing event! The venue will be selected based on ticket sales.
Please support Earthdance and get a ticket today.

If you would like to promote your business, we have a $50 sponsorship package as well.
Just visit: http://www.earthdance.org/jazz or contact
Marla Warrington/ Director of Events
786-223-2554/ marlaw@EventRhythm.com

Bossa Nova by Mariana Martin 10/24,31, 11/14,27,28/09

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1- Segafredo Bal Harbour- This SATURDAY October 24th From 5PM to 8PM. Mariana Martin & guitarist Cezar Santana. Address: 9700 Collins Ave, Space #239, Bal Harbour; 305.864.0595.
http://www.balharbourshops.com/restaurant_details.php?id=13

2- Biltmore Hotel – SATURDAY Halloween October 31st from 8 to 12 Midnight. Mariana Martin & guitarist Claudio Spiewak. Address:1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables, FL 33134; Reservations Tel: 305-445-1926
http://www.biltmorehotel.com/

3- Segafredo Bal Harbour- SATURDAY November 14th from 5PM to 8PM. Mariana Martin & guitarist Claudio Spiewak. Address: 9700 Collins Ave, Space #239, Bal Harbour; 305.864.0595.
http://www.balharbourshops.com/restaurant_details.php?id=13

4- Village of Merrick Park – Friday November 27th. from 2PM to 6PM. Bossa Nova, Boleros and Blues.Address: 4425 Ponce De Leon Blvd
Miami, FL 33146 Tel (305) 529-0200 www.villageofmerrickpark.com

5- Segafredo Bal Harbour- SATURDAY November 28th from 5PM to 8PM. Mariana Martin & guitarist Claudio Spiewak. Address: 9700 Collins Ave, Space #239, Bal Harbour; 305.864.0595.
http://www.balharbourshops.com/restaurant_details.php?id=13

PALO! at La Casa de Tula 10/24/09

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Hope to see you this Saturday, October 24 at 10:00 pm for…
PALO! @ La Casa de Tula
La Casa de Tula
1513 SW 8 Street – Calle Ocho
Miami – Little Havana 33134
(305) 910-5435
PALO! brings their addictive blend of Afro-Cuban, Funk & Jazz to Little Havana.
You may win a free CD or t-shirt!
FREE ENTRY until 10:00! $10 after.
Mojitos 2 for 1!!!
Click Here To View & RSVP For This Event (Facebook).
Before the event, meet as at 8PM across the street at El Exquisito for the Cuban Food Tweetup!
Click here to RSVP for the Cuban Food Tweetup.
Visit us on the Wild, Wacky Web:
gopalo.com

Victoria Kush in Concert at St. John’s on the Lake 11/1/09

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Sunday, Nov. 1, 2 pm
SONGS OF LOVE AND INSPIRATION
featuring Victoria Bechtold Kush, Soprano
Jorge Emilio Rodriguez, Piano
Jason Kush, Soprano Saxophone and Flute
Program includes music from Mozart, Puccini, Dvorak, Bach, Piazzolla, and other classical and contemporary composers.

Where: St. John’s on the Lake
4760 Pinetree Drive
Miami Beach FL 33140
TIX: $20 (online & at door)
$15 seniors & students (at door only)
INFO: 305-613-2325

Jason Kush and Jorge Emilio Rodriguez
Spring-boarding from the Miss America stage as Miss Pennsylvania 2004, Victoria Bechtold Kush’s vocal talent has garnered her diverse performance opportunities, appearing in concert with Grammy-nominated organist, Cameron Carpenter, and in venues before dignitaries ranging from Dick Cheney to Ruth Bader-Ginsberg.

Having studied under the acclaimed Jorge Luis Prats, Jorge Emilio Rodriguez was the Grand Prize winner of the Amadeus Roldán National Piano Competition. He attended the prestigious Tchaikovsky and Horowitz Conservatories in Kiev, Ukraine. He has a Master’s Degrees in Piano Performance & Chamber Music Accompaniment.

A recent Doctoral graduate from the University of Miami, Jason Kush has an extensive performance resumé includes performances with the New World Symphony, the Russian National Orchestra, Andrea Bocelli, the South Florida Jazz Orchestra, the Woody Herman Orchestra, & Arturo Sandoval.
BUY TIX AT www.artsatstjohns.com

Gal Costa at the Arsht Center 10/29/09

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Espirito Santo Bank presents
Gal Costa
Thur. October 29th, 8 PM at Adrienne Arsht Center Knight Concert Hall, Miami
After show party at Botequim Carioca, 900 Biscayne Blvd, Miami

Tickets are selling fast! They are $38.50, $53.50, $68.50 and $78.50 through ArshtCenter.org or the Arsht Center box office at 305-949-6722.
Rhythm Foundation website: RhythmFoundation.com
Rhythm Foundation members, call the office 305) 672-5202 for direct ticketing.

First Miami concert in 15 years!
Brazilian icon Gal Costa performs an elegant solo concert showcasing the immense beauty of classic Brazilian songs through her lovely voice. She is accompanied by guitarist Romero Lubambo, one of the most celebrated Brazilian jazz musicians today.

Visit Gal Costa online

Additional support for this concert is received from American Airlines, Odebrecht, Level Magazine, Business Centers International, Conrad Hotel, Gazeta Brazilian News, and Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs.

Global Cuba Fest @ Sleepless Night at The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater 11/7/09

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FUNDarte & MIAMI LIGHT PROJECT ANNOUNCE
3rd ANNUAL GLOBAL CUBA FEST LINE UP
PRESENTED DURING SLEEPLESS NIGHT
AT THE FILLMORE JACKIE GLEASON ON MIAMI BEACH

FUNDarte and Miami Light Project are proud to announce the line up for the 3rd Annual Global Cuba Fest. Presented on November 7, 2009 as part of Sleepless Night at the Fillmore on Miami Beach, the 3rd Annual Global Cuba Fest will be an all night free extravaganza of Cuban music featuring Carlos Averhoff Jr and the Iresi Quintet, Br@ily and Jose “Pepito” Gomez.
The evening features a showcase of some of the best of contemporary and time-honored Cuban rhythms, with three extraordinary musical groups mixing the diverse rhythms and genres from around the world to create a new and fresh global Cuban sound!
The night begins with the smooth grooves of the Boston-based Jazz saxophonist Carlos Averhoff Jr. and the Iresi Quintet, followed by a raucous Salsa/Timba ”Miami vs. New York” Dance Party between the amazing Miami-based Timba and Salsa trombone player and singer, Br@ily, whose unique electrifying performances show off his non-stop energy and virtuosity and with New York-based vocalist Jose “Pepito” Gomez and his band, hailed by the New York Times as “another order of performer.”
Keeping the party going all night, DJs Snowhite and Duni will spin in the Fillmore lobby between performance sets. Born in Cuba, DJ Duni is Miami-based and has been promoting Cuban Music for the last 10 years as partial owner of timbastars.com, a website dedicated to promoting timba throughout the world. Born in Cuba and raised in Queens, DJ Snowhite is one of Miami’s leading and most innovative soundscape designers and turntable curators.

Miami Light Project & FUNDarte present
3rd Annual GLOBAL CUBA FEST
at Sleepless Night
November 7, 2009 6:00 pm -12am
6:00pm-9:00pm DJ Snowhite
7:00pm Carlos Averhoff Jr and the IRESI Quartet
8:30pm Br@ily
9:00pm-12:00am DJ Duni
10:00pm Jose “Pepito” Gomez
at The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater
1700 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Tickets FREE

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FUNDarte & MIAMI LIGHT PROJECT ANUNCIAN
EL TERCER FESTIVAL ANUAL GLOBAL CUBA FEST
QUE TENDRA LUGAR DURANTE EL MAGNO EVENTO
SLEEPLESS NIGHT
EN EL TEATRO THE FILLMORE JACKIE GLEASON EN MIAMI BEACH

FUNDarte y Miami Light Project se sienten orgullosos de presentar el Tercer Festival Anual Global Cuba Fest, que se llevará a cabo el 7 de noviembre de 2009 en el teatro Fillmore Jackie Gleason de Miami Beach, como parte de las actividades del evento Sleepless Night.
El Tercer Festival Anual Global Cuba Fest será un gran espectáculo gratuito que durante seis horas y permitirá disfrutar de la mejor música cubana con Carlos Averhoff Jr. y el Quinteto Iresi, Br@ily y José “Pepito” Gómez. La noche ofrece una muestra de los mejores ritmos cubanos desde los ya consagrados a los más contemporáneos. Estos tres extraordinarios grupos musicales mezclan diversos ritmos y géneros del mundo para traernos un nuevo y fresco sonido cubano global. Para abrir este festival viene desde Boston el reconocido saxofonista de jazz Carlos Averhoff Jr. junto al quinteto IRESI, seguido por una fiesta bailable de Salsa/Timba “Miami vs. New York” entre el trombonista y cantante de Miami Br@ily y el vocalista José “Pepito” Gómez de Nueva York.
Por otra parte, coexistiendo con los espectáculos en el escenario, en el vestíbulo del Fillmore estarán los DJ Snowhite y DJ Duni que mantendrán la fiesta en esta noche sin pausa.

FUNDarte & Miami Light Project
Presentan
El tercer festival anual
GLOBAL CUBA FEST
durante el evento
Sleepless Night
Sábado, 7 de noviembre de 2009

6:00pm-9:00pm DJ Snowhite
7:00pm Carlos Averhoff Jr y el Quinteto IRESI
8:30pm Br@ily
9:00pm-12:00am DJ Duni
10:00pm José “Pepito” Gómez
The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater
1700 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Entrada GRATIS

Jill Hartmann hosts open mic at Titanic every Tuesday 10/27/09

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When: Every Tuesday from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Titanic Brewery and Restaurant
5813 Ponce De Leon Blvd
Coral Gables, FL 33146
305.667.2537
About: Miami’s talents shine at the singer’s and songwriter’s showcase at Titanic. The talented folk singer, Jill Hartmann, is the host for the evening. Come out and support this fantastic music community and listen to some amazing musicians.

Chrystal Hartigan presents Songwriter’s Showcase 10/20/09

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Showcasing local, national and international Songwriters “in the round” style
3rd Tuesday of every month
8PM SHARP – OPEN MIC (sign up no later than 7:50 PM)
9PM FEATURED SONGWRITERS “In the Round” style
$5 cover payable AT THE DOOR ONLY
Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Special Appearance by Flautist Laura Sue, The Silver Nightingale dedicating a special song in honor of Daniel Pearl www.SilverNightingale.com

Featured Songwriters:
Vickie Raye
Charissa Johnson
Justin Enco
Matt Butcher
Fernando Osorio
Inez Barlatier (daughter of Haitian musician & artist Jan Sebon)

Broward Center for the Performing Arts in the Abdo New River Room
201 SW Fifth Avenue
downtown Fort Lauderdale, FL
Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District
954-462-0222
www.browardcenter.org

There is a parking garage across the street from BCPA and there is additional parking along the streets at the parking meters and the surrounding area – plus there is a parking garage east of the RR tracks OR come by boat & dock on the New River or come by Water Taxi! How cool is that!
Please spread the word!

Join the “EVOLUTION” support
LIVE ORIGINAL MUSIC!

www.myspace.com/chrystalhartigan
www.facebook.com/chrystalhartigan
www.theculturenetwork.net/chrystalhartigan
www.danielpearl.org
www.cadenzacenter.com

Marquis presents Opening Night of the New World Symphony 10/24/09

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NWS Fellows perform at Lincoln Theatre with projected images - photo by Tomas Loewy
Marquis, downtown’s newest luxury condominium and hotel tower, and the Title Sponsor of Friends of New World Symphony, presents the NWS’ first performance at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of the 2009/2010 season on Saturday, October 24. The Master Chorale of South Florida, University of Miami Frost Chorale and four renowned vocal soloists will join Michael Tilson Thomas and NWS on stage to perform Beethoven’s 9th Symphony. The performance -one of the highlights of the South Florida concert season- will be followed by a famed NWS Friends After Hours celebration next door at the Third Floor Luxe Lounge of Marquis. There will be a live musical performance at the After Hours, featuring The Green Room, classified as “Rock a la U2 meets Franz Ferdinand meets Muse.” The show will be one part DJ, one part original classical music, and one part rock band – all in one stage, all in one night, and all in one performance. Attendees will also enjoy an open bar, light bites and free valet parking.

After Hours is complimentary for Friends members and $40 for Non-members. Concert tickets range from $25-$79. After Hours members get a 10 percent discount, VIP members get complimentary tickets (and a 20 percent discount on additional ticket purchases). After Hours valet is complimentary. Call Stacey Glassman at 305-428-6732 to purchase tickets or a membership.

WHAT: Marquis presents New World Symphony’s first Arsht Center performance of the season -Beethoven’s 9th Symphony- and “Friends” After Hours event

WHERE: Orchestra will play at the Adrienne Arsht Center; the After Hours event and performance will be at Marquis, Third Floor Luxe Lounge at 1100 Biscayne Blvd.

WHEN: Saturday, October 24. Concert at 8pm; After Hours at 10:00 pm.

Chopin for All presents Magdalena Baczewska Free 11/7-8/09

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Chopin for All series of free concerts presents:
Bach and Chopin Reunion: Preludes and Fugues, Polonaises, and Chopin Sonata No. 2 Op. 35
Magdalena Baczewska
FREE Admission
Music of Bach & Chopin
Saturday, November 7, 2009 at 7pm
Broward County Main Library
100 S. Andrews Ave, Ft. Lauderdale.
Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 3pm
Granada Presbyterian Church
950 University Dr., Coral Gables

New World Symphony Musical Xchange Free at Lincoln Theatre 10/30/09

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Musical Xchange
FREE!
Friday, October 30, 7:30pm
Lincoln Theatre
Free, ticket required

If you’re into brass music–this concert’s for you! With trumpet fanfares, two jazzy eulogies by Bernstein for trombone and tuba and a brass showcase portrayal of the Australian outback, this concert highlights the nine NEW and three returning Fellows who normally sit in the back of the orchestra.

Although this concert is free, you will need a ticket for admission. Click here to reserve your seat today!

SoBe Arts & Tigertail Present Music Unites Third Man Trio Workshop/Demonstration 10/24/09

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SoBe Arts Events
Saturday, October 24, 2009 1:00PM
MUSIC UNITES!
A series of interactive family events of world music & culture (Season 3)
Third Man Trio Workshop/Demonstration @ SoBe Arts
(in the historic Carl Fisher Clubhouse / Little Stage Theater Complex)
Presented by Tigertail Productions & SoBe Institute of the Arts
Come enjoy this interactive event for all ages – Free & Open to the Public
Han Bennink’s Internationally Recognized Dutch Trio
Perhaps Europe’s most coveted drummer, Han Bennink, the 2008 European Jazz Prize winner has performed with Sonny Rollins, Eric Dolphy and Dexter Gordon. Noted musicians Michael Moore (reeds) and Will Holshouser (accordion) complete this trio. Pyrotechnic improvisational journeys, whimsical tangents and blissful culminations come fast and furious when the Third Man Trio takes the stage.
“…from crisp Ellingtonian swing into cacophonous group improvisation”
– The Guardian,London, England
“Everybody should, before they die, see Han Bennink.” – The Miami Herald
Hear the trio at their new posting on myspace
See and hear more Han Bennink at YouTube
Come enjoy the workshop & demonstration at SoBe Arts in South Beach and then head up to the Byron Carlyle Theater in North Beach for an outstanding opportunity to hear Third Man Trio in Concert presented by Tigertail productions:
Music Unites! is sponsored in part by the Audrey Love Charitable Foundation. Our entire 2009/10 Season of Open Friday and Music Unites! Events are made possible, in part, by the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs through a Hannibal Cox grant and the State of Florida Department of Cultural Affairs through a Culture Builds Florida grant. Series sponsors and individual matching contributions help us to keep our events free to all. Please consider sponsoring one or more events or making a tax deductable donation to SoBe Institute of the Arts today – a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit arts and education organization, Contact (305) 674-9220
SoBe Institute of the Arts
(Carl Fisher Clubhouse / Little Stage Theater Complex)
2100 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
305-674-9220 info@sobearts.org

Los Amigos Invisibles live at Kukaramakara Miami 10/18/09

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DOMINGO 18 DE OCTUBRE
LOS AMIGOS INVISIBLES EN VIVO
Finalizando su U.S. tour en Miami
Presentando su nuevo album “Commercial” y tocando todos sus exitos.
Invitados especiales: SONIKO, AFROBETA + DJ Set by Mr. Pauer
Para boletos pre-sale visita http://www.newimagelive.net
Para informacion llama 305-733-5522
Tickets disponibles Kukaramakara 10/18 8pm-9pm
CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS

CCEMiami on Stage Russian Red and Alex Cuba at Colony Theater 10/15/09

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BEYOND CCEMIAMI. RUSSIAN RED AND ALEX CUBA
DATE: 10-15-2009
TIME: 8 pm
Program to promote Spanish culture
At Colony Theater.
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, Fl. 33139
Off. 305-674-1040
Free Admission
You decide how much you pay.
RUSSIAN RED is the stage name for Lourdes Hernández, a singer-songwriter based in Madrid, Spain. Her beautifully crafted, minimal songs beam delicate folkharmonies and lustrous vocals. The band was originally formed in 2007, by Lourdes and Brian Hunt, with whom she had previously recorded some songs, and who will help her recording her first album. Before it was released, they split up. The moniker for Lourdes comes from a lipstick color she frequently uses. http://www.myspace.com/russianready
ALEX CUBA is the star singer-songwriter of the moment. Born in Artemisa, Cubaresides in Vancouver, Canada and lives in a universal music realm between both places. His sugar sweet melodies with pop-soul go far beyond what we know as Cuban music. Alex Cuba is ahead of the game creating a cultural sound that reflects his geographical journey without attaching to tradition. He rather grab his Gibson vintage guitar that the cowbell. ALEX has received two Juno Awards: Best World Music Album in 2006, Humo De Tobaco, and in 2008 for Agua Del Pozo. www.alexcuba.com
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Special October Music Schedule at the Van Dyke

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Special October Music Schedule at the Van Dyke.
Showcasing the best in Jazz, Rock, Latin, Brazilian, Funk, Blues, and Songwriters, The Van Dyke continues its musical legacy live on Lincoln Road and on our nightly webcam broadcasts. www.thevandykecafe.com

We are committed to providing the highest quality of music of ALL STYLES 7 nights a week in a fun concert style venue. We also feature the “TWILIGHT SERIES” which is a monthly outdoor Van Dyke Lincoln Road music festival from 5-9pm.

We also present our monthly “VINTAGE SOUL”, a live music showcase and open mike night featuring the best in R&B, Funk, Jazz and Neo Soul AND THIS MONTH WE HAVE A SPECIAL HALLOWEEN DEAD SONGWRITERS SHOW.

TM Sisters: WHIRL CRASH GO! 10/10/09

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Saturday is the last night to see the TM Sisters – Monica Lopez De Victoria and Tasha Lopez De Victoria – present their groundbreaking performance exhibition WHIRL CRASH GO!

It’s going to be a crazy show combining video, lights, music, rollerskateing and synchronized swimming(!?!?!). It’s a huge collaboration together with everyone’s favorite Miami designer Karelle Levy and audio composer Otto Von Schirach, There will be moments of clashing and combination of cultures, animated video projections, and vivid Miami spirit.

Please note Locust Projects new location in the design district:
155 NE 38th St # 100
Miami, FL 33137-3627
(305) 576-8570

Sister Cities Art Exhibit Closing Reception and Jazz Concert 10/8/09

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The Miami-Dade County Sister Cities Coordinating Council in collaboration with Miami Dade College invites you to the Closing Reception of the Seventh Annual Sister Cities Art Exhibit and Sale benefitting the Sister Cities Scholarship Program and the Jazz Concert by the MDC North Campus Falcon Jazz Band under the direction of Dr. Terri Mitchell
Thursday, October 8, 2009
7:00PM – 10:00PM
Tower Theater
1508 SW 8th Street
Miami, Florida
Admission is Free
For information please contact
Norma Amaro 305-989-1068 or Mayda Rescendi 305-375-5280

Bela Fleck, Zakir Hussain and Edgar Meyer at the Gusman 10/18/09

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The Rhythm Foundation presents
B̩la Fleck РZakir Hussain РEdgar Meyer
Sun. October 18th, 8 PM at Gusman Theater, Downtown Miami
The Melody of Rhythm: Triple Concerto for Banjo, Tabla and Double Bass
Tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster outlets or the Gusman Theater box office: $22, $32, $42 or $52
Rhythm Foundation website: RhythmFoundation.com
Rhythm Foundation members, call the office 305) 672-5202 for direct ticketing.
Three masterful genre-benders, Béla Fleck, Zakir Hussain and Edgar Meyer are the leading virtuosos on their respective instruments, banjo, tabla and double bass. They move with ease among the worlds of rock, jazz, classical, bluegrass and world music. They share an unprecedented array of projects and pairings among them that touch every geographical and stylistic corner of the musical world. The trio will also release a recording in Fall 2009 featuring music performed on the tour alongside their innovative Triple Concerto for Banjo, Tabla and Double Bass.
Visit Béla Fleck online
Visit Zakir Hussain online
Visit Edgar Meyer online
This concert is presented with support from DWNTWNR and the Miami Parking Authority.

New World Symphony Inside the Music at Lincoln Theatre 10/5/09

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INSIDE THE MUSIC: MAKING THE MIX
Inside the Music
FREE!
Monday, October 5, 7:00pm
Lincoln Theatre
Free, no ticket required
Join our new Audio Engineering Fellow as he gives you an intimate glimpse into the recording process. Learn how to go from stage to CD by creating a digitally-brilliant audio atmosphere. This interactive, behind-the-scenes look will include recording demos, equipment introductions and more.

Christine Reber Celebration Of German National Day at Wolfsonian FIU Museum 10/4/09

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Sunday, October 4, 4pm
GERMAN SOPRANO SINGER PERFORMS IN CELEBRATION OF GERMAN NATIONAL DAY—
Christine Reber, German soprano singer, performs on the occasion of the celebration of the German National Day—20 years after the Fall of the Berlin Wall. Reber will be accompanied by the Miami based pianist Paul Schwarz. Piano courtesy of Piano Music Center. For additional information: 305.373.9578 or pr-100@miam.auswaertiges-amt.de. Free.
1001 WASHINGTON AVENUE
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139
T 305.531.1001 F 305.531.2133
wolfsonian.org

Concert – Contemporary Diverging Paths: An Eclectic Blend of Music from the 1920s-1960s at Bass Museum 10/11/09

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Sunday, October 11, 3:00pm
Concert – Contemporary Diverging Paths: An Eclectic Blend of Music from the 1920s-1960s
This unique program features music from the 20th century composed within a relatively short span of time, but completely different in nature.
Leo Ornstein’s Piano Sonata No. 4 reflects a neo-romantic style, while Alberto Ginstera’s Piano Sonata No.1 for Piano, Opus 22 incorporates folk tunes and rhythmic patterns strongly characteristic of Argentinean native music. David Rosenboom’s Is Art Is is an interactive multi- media composition encompassing a blend of experimental music from the 1960s, new techniques and notation for ensembles, cross-cultural collaborations, and computer music systems.
A not-to-missed contemporary showcase!
Mia Vassilev, piano
Liana Pailodze. piano
Brian Potts, percussion
Free with museum admission

Smiling Gums at Soya Downtown 10/2/09

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Smiling Gums is back on EVERY LAST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH at Soya & Pomodoro Downtown located at 120 NE 1st Street. It’s a great venue in an abandoned bank lobby from the 1930’s attached to a great Italian restaurant. Ask about wine bottle specials!
We will be performing TONIGHT Friday, October 2nd at 9:00 for the dinner set and at 11:00 for the later ones. We have a new musical arrangement including a FREIGHT TRAIN AFRO CUBAN RHYTHM SECTION including Tany Gil on congas and Alan Reina on timbales and jimbe.
Keep your eyes out for the new album release coming soon!
SMILING GUMS
www.smilinggums.com

Aquabooty 10th Anniversary Party 10/02/09

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Aquabooty…celebrating 10 years of house music history in Miami.

Yes friends… here we are again, one year older and not a bit wiser.
This Friday Aquabooty carries on the tradition, 10 long years providing the multitude with
glorious, dark, dirty, deviant and sweaty, diskoid dancing.
October 2nd 2009 our finest heroes and darkest villains come together at the Electric Pickle to create 2 rooms and eight hours of rioting.
Uniting all the traveling disco clans, b-boys crews, hipsters, house-heads, homos and assorted underground aficionados…
coming together as our uncle George says “one nation under a groove”.
This eve our special guest djs and trusted residents dig deeper than usual into their collections to celebrate 10 years of musical uproar.
Expect a journey into twisted, deep, psychedelic, spiritual, sunshine grooving, dirty bass-line burnin’, soul sonic musica.

Friday October 2nd @ the Electric Pickle
2826 N Miami ave. Wynwood Arts District, Miami Fl 33127
Doors 10pm – 5am

RSVP here – free admission before 11pm / reduced before 1am

Bossacucanova Free concert this Friday at Burle Marx celebration in DWNTWN 10/3/09

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FRIDAY OCTOBER 2ND
BOSSACUCANOVA FREE CONCERT
Capoeira – Drummers – Dancers – Food – Fun
Starting at 5:30PM
A celebration for the beautiful new sidewalk and landscaping for the Biscayne Boulevard New World Design project by legendary Brazilian designer Roberto Burle Marx.
Enjoy Brazilian culture, dance, food and catch the hip, new sounds of Bossacucanova directly from Rio de Janeiro.
www.dwntwn.com

The Heavy Pets show at Tobacco Road 10/2/09

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The Heavy Pets are playing at Tobacco Road on Friday, October 2 at 10 PM ($6 at the door) and it’s their last South Florida show before heading out on their Winter 2009 tour, which includes several stops with The Brew and Particle. “Sleep” and “Operation of Flight” off their album Whale are staples on Sirius/XM Radio’s Jam On and they have a new bassist, Justin Carney, cementing the line up.

The hardest touring jam band, The Heavy Pets, are playing Tobacco Road as the first stop on their Fall 2009 tour, which includes several dates with The Brew and Particle. “Sleep” and “Operation of Flight” off their double-disc, Whale, are staples on Sirius Radio’s Jam On and their live shows are a powerful explosion of funk-reggae and rock, that is never the same experience twice.

www.theheavypets.com

Based in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, The Heavy Pets have spent the last three years touring nationally behind their double-disc debut album Whale, and their newest release, the EP Slow Motion Conductor. Fronted by 5 songwriters and backed by these critically revered, and popularly celebrated recordings, The Pets have found a happy home on big stages across the country, as a supporting act (for the likes of Matisyahu, Umphreys McGee, Tea Leaf Green, Perpetual Groove and Assembly of Dust, Lettuce, Particle and Little Feat), and also performing a growing number of festival appearances (’09 Bonnaroo, ’09 Moe.Down, ’09 Summer Camp, ’08 SXSW Festival, ’06, ’07 & 08 Langerado Festival, ’08 Wakarusa, ’07 10KLF, ’08 Green Apple Fest in NYC, ’08 High Sierra, ’08 Gathering of the Vibes, and ’08 and ’09 New Orleans Backbeat Jazzfest). The Heavy Pets now boast the extra sex appeal of bassist Justin Carney.

“The Pets just might be a perfect jamband” – Dennis Cook, Jambase “My favorite new band to hit the scene” – Jonathan Schwartz, Sirius Radio Jam On 17 “…The greatest jamband to come out of Florida since, well, ever…” “They are an arena ready band without the arena. At its best the band is a living, breathing, force of nature-a whale.” – Dan Sweeney, Relix Magazine “Full blown musical salvation” “Funky loose limbed rock ‘n’ soul” – Jonathan Zwickle, Music Editor, Broward-Palm Beach New Times “Nice big balls to release a 2-CD, 20 track behemoth as their debut” “their future is bright” – Dennis Cook, Jambase “Some sort of funk-reggae rock hybrid that’s laid back and sexy” “I like” – Leslie Gray Streeter, Palm Beach Post.

Global Cuba Fest at Sleepless Night featuring Carlos Averhoff Jazz Quartet and Cuban Quarter Dance Party by Br@ily and Jose Pepito Gomez 11/7/09

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GLOBAL CUBA FEST at Sleepless Night! featuring Carlos Averhoff Jazz Quartet and Cuban Quarter Dance Party by Br@ily and Jose “Pepito” Gomez
Sat. Nov. 7th 6PM – 1AM at the Fillmore’s Jackie Gleason Theater
The evening features a showcase of some of the best of contemporary and time-honored Cuban rhythms, with three extraordinary musical groups and a DJ.The night begins with Boston based Jazz saxophonist Carlos Averhoff Jr. and his quartet, then the Salsa/Timba ”Miami vs. New York” Dance Party showcasing Br@ily, the amazing Miami-based Timba and Salsa trombone player and singer, whose unique electrifying performances show off his non-stop energy and virtuosity. The evening closes with the New York-based vocalist Jose “Pepito” Gomez and his band, who the New York Times has called “another order of performer.” The M.C. for the night will be a very special Mega TV personality, with DJ’d dancing before, between and after the live shows.
Three concerts at The Legendary Jackie Gleason Theater with the best of Contemporary World Cuban Music! Caribbean roots mix with the diverse rhythms and genres from around the world to create a new and fresh global Cuban sound.
FREE!
A CO-PRESENTATION WITH City of Miami Beach’s Sleepless Night and Miami Light Project

Rosalia Roio and Eliseo Parra in Concert at Centro Cultural Espanol 10/8/09

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Rosalia Roio and Eliseo Parra in Concert
Fri. Oct. 30 8PM at Centro Cultural Español
Rosalia, Guitar player, songwriter, composer and vocalist, a truly original musician. With a fabulous energy and singular mastery of her instrument, able to un-earth the ancient popular music of her native Spain and embody it in an astonishing performance full of passion and mastery. Rosalia’s music is an inspired encounter of beauty, guts and virtuosity. Though educated with some of the bests musicians in the world, Rosalía’s songs reveal a truly un-affected, creative and brave artist who has become a cult musician for an international audience. Her music is a fusion of traditional Spanish Folk music that has been largely forgotten. The adaptations combine this folk heritage, which is not derived from Flamenco, with jazz and Latin colors. She has taken many sources and created a new musical vision enriched by her virtuosity guitar technique. Eliseo Parra is one Spain’s leading performers and researchers of folk music. He has traveled to small villages to rediscover old songs, musical instruments and learned how to play some instruments in the traditional style. He reconstructs folk music by adding modern elements. His background may seem surprising to some. He began as a rock musician and afterwards became interested in jazz and Caribbean rhythms. Eventually, he ended up rediscovering Spanish folk music.
+ info: 305.448.9677 and www.fundarte.us or www.ccemiami.org
FREE!
A PRESENTATION WITH MIAMI’S CENTRO CULTURAL ESPAÑOL and with the support of AIE

Two Concerts One Night featuring Russian Red and Alex*Cuba from Fundarte at Colony Theater 10/5/09

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TWO CONCERTS ONE NIGHT! featuring Russian Red and Alex*Cuba
Thu. Oct. 15 8PM at Colony Theater
Two concerts at the beautiful Miami Beach’s Art Deco Colony Theater with some of the best of emerging Contemporary World Music artists! The night begins with Russian Red, the stage name for Lourdes Hernández, a singer-songwriter based in Madrid, Spain. Her beautifully crafted, minimal songs beam delicate folk harmonies and lustrous vocals, originally formed in 2007, by Lourdes and Brian Hunt. The moniker for Lourdes comes from a lipstick color she frequently uses. The evenings closes with Singer-songwriter Alex*Cuba who’s trademark sugarcane-sweet melodies, pop-soul hooks and rock chords subtly subvert commonly held notions of what Cuban music is. Alex is the vanguard, crafting a cross-cultural sound. Not tied to tradition, this Cuban-Canadian prefers his vintage Gibson over el sencerro (cowbell) anytime.
+ info: 305.448.9677 and www.fundarte.us or www.ccemiami.org
FREE!
A PRESENTATION WITH MIAMI’S CENTRO CULTURAL ESPAÑOL

The Kia Soul Collective Weekend Music Festival at Awarehouse 10/2-4/09

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LOCATED AT:
THE AWAREHOUSE
550 N.W. 29th Street Miami, FL 33127
In The Wynwood Art District
Free Concerts All Weekend
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The Kia Soul Collective is coming to Miami October 2 – 4. We’re taking over the AwareHouse for three days of Music, Art and Design, plus your chance to test drive the all-new Kia Soul to get a pair of tickets to a very special show with Major Lazer on Sunday night.
Test drives start each day at Noon, so come on down and check out how we roll.
The Kia Soul Collective Is Open Noon To 8 PM Each Day
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Bob at Friday 7pm – J. Cole Friday 8pm – The Clipse Saturday 4pm – N.E.R.D. Sunday 8pm
THE SOUL COLLECTIVE, PRESENTED BY KIA MOTORS, ANNOUNCES N.E.R.D., CLIPSE, EGG FOO YOUNG, B.O.B AND MORE FREE PERFORMANCES FOR MIAMI STOP ON NATIONAL TOUR
Artists to Perform at Four-Day Event, FREE and Open to the Public Daily;
More Announcements to Come…
Event Also Includes an Opportunity to Test-Drive the All-New Kia Soul

Kia Motors America (KMA) recently announced a nationwide program titled “Kia Presents The Soul Collective,” on the heels of the launch of the all-new 2010 Kia Soul urban passenger vehicle. The Collective is bringing the Soul directly to Miami from Thursday, October 1- Sunday, October 4, with interactive events and test-drive opportunities for consumers as part of a 10-city nationwide tour. More information on the nationwide tour can be found at http://www.kiasoulcollective.com.

Just announced for the tour’s stop in Miami are artists N.E.R.D., Clipse, B.O.B, DJs Egg Foo Young and Contra, and J.Cole. In addition to the live music, the series of events also will incorporate art installations, video screenings, and Kia Soul test-drives. The Kia Soul Collective event is open daily to the public, and guests are invited to drop by at the below dates for FREE live music, DJ Sets, and to test-drive the all-new Kia Soul. Each attendee who test-drives a Kia Soul will receive a pair of tickets to see N.E.R.D. Sunday, October 4. Test drives of the all-new Kia Soul will be available each day at The Awarehouse at 550 N.W. 29th St. from noon to 8 p.m.

More events and details can be found via the Kia Soul Collective Web site at http://www.kiasoulcollective.com, and through its Twitter, http://www.twitter.com/kiacollective.

WHEN: Thursday, October 1: 9:30 p.m.– 12 a.m.
Media/RSVP-only launch event
DJ sets by Egg Foo Young and Lazaro Casanova

Friday, October 2: 12-9 p.m.
Test-drives all day
DJ sets all day by Ray Millian, Mister Drake, and Induce
Performance by B.O.B. and J. Cole

Saturday, October 4: 12-8 p.m.
Test-drives all day
DJ sets all day by organicArma, Aramis, and Danny Daze
Performance by Clipse, 4pm

Sunday, October 7:
Test-drives all day from 12-8 p.m.
DJ set all day by Egg Foo Young and Contra
6:30-10 p.m: Doors for N.E.R.D. performance; secure tickets after test- driving a Kia Soul

WHERE: The Awarehouse
Wynwood Art District
550 N.W. 29th Street
Miami, FL 33127

PALO! at Kimbaracumbara 9/25/09

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Hope to see you this Friday, September 25 at 11pm for…
PALO! @ Kimbaracumbara
Kimbaracumbara
1644 SW 8 Street – Calle Ocho
Miami – Little Havana 33135
(305) 642-8822
PALO! brings their addictive blend of Afro-Cuban, Funk & Jazz to Little Havana.
You may win a free CD!
FREE ENTRY until 10:30! $10 after.
Click Here To View & RSVP For This Event on Facebook.
Click here to read the New York Post review of the PALO! CD “This Is Afro-Cuban Funk”.
Visit us on the Wild, Wacky Web.

Concert for Kids with Instrument Petting Zoo 10/4/09

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Stories in Music
Sunday, October 4
11:30am or 2:30pm
Now available at an earlier time!
Lincoln Theatre
All tickets $10
Concert for Kids!
Music will spark your story-telling imaginations with familiar tunes such as Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty, Stravinsky’s The Firebird, Rimsky-Korsakov’s Flight of the Bumblebee and more! Arrive early and meet the musicians at our Instrument Petting Zoo, where children can see and play the instruments.
Click here or call our Box Office at 305-673-3331 to choose your concert today!

DWNTWN Miami Concert Series Season 2 with Suenalo and Jahfe 10/9/09

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DWNTWN Miami Concert Series
Season 2
Friday, October 9, 2009 at 5:30 pm the DWNTWN Miami Concert Series is back for Season 2.
We will be kicking off Season 2 of this free series with a sampling of Miami favorites at the Tina Hills Pavilion in Bayfront Park.
Taking the stage first will be Suenalo. Their blend of Afro-Cuban, Latin, R&B, Rock and Hip-Hop will have you on your feet grooving to the sounds.
Closing the show will be Jahfe with their roots reggae sound that has been infused with a little Rock, Dub, some Soul and R&B to form a true blend of organic sounds.
“…a Jahfe performance is not a show, it’s an experience…”(Distraction magazine)
As always this show is a sunset happy hour and food and drinks are available.
For information on this show and the rest of the season go to www.dwntwn.com or
become a fan of the DWNTWN Miami Concert Series on Facebook … or … text DWNTWNR to 878787 for up to the minute updates.
Presented by: Miami DDA and John S & James L Knight Foundation

Brazil Fest with Bossacucanova at AmericanAirlines Arena – East Plaza free 10/2/09

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Celebrate Brazil
Friday, October 2, 2009 @ 5:30 pm
Straight from Rio…Catch the hip new bossa nova sound with Bossacucanova live in concert at the AmericanAirlines Arena – East Plaza.
Join in the fun with capoeira demonstrations, drums, samba and food from Botequim Carioca.
We’re celebrating the completion of the Burle Marx New World Design project on Biscayne Boulevard.
Friday, October 2, 2009 @ 5:30 pm
AmericanAirlines Arena – East Plaza
601 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33132
For more information call 305-579-6675 or go to www.dwntwn.com

Schnebly’s Friday Night at The Winery 9/25/09

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The Winery’s “Cool Summer Nights” Music Series presents Friday Night with Griffin Anthony
We invite you to enjoy the cool atmosphere of the Redland’s own tropical paradise. Cool down with a delicious bottle of wine and chill out with some of your fellow Winery fans, as we all enjoy the groovy sounds of live unplugged music. This 4th Friday, September 25th, the Winery will be having its “Cool Summer Nights” Music Series from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Help us welcome back the wonderful, multi-faceted performer by the name of Griffin Anthony. We are excited to bring this soulful, multi-cultured artist, playing his unplugged renditions, to help you wine down and drink up.
Check out myspace.com/griffinanthony to read more about them and listen to some of their music.
During the summer, in lieu of catered food, the Winery invites you to pick up a meal or pizza from our friends at the Capri Restaurant, from home or your local market. The Winery continues to offer its infamous wine specials you have come to love at Friday Night @ The Winery. Stop by our retail room and pair up your favorite wines with some of our delectable cheeses, grab an ice bucket, and enjoy an evening picnic under the stars.
Make sure to purchase your bottle during our Happy Hour – Buy a Bottle, Get One Free from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. inside our retail room. Also available in the retail room are gourmet cheeses and crackers for purchase.
Our friends at Capri Restaurant will be offering a selective menu this Friday for pick up. Certain items on the menu need to be ordered 24 hours in advance, so visit http://www.dinecapri.com or call Capri at 305-247-1542 for more information. If you mention Schnebly, you will receive a 10% discount on all food to-go.
* Catered food will not be available at the Winery for purchase during our summer series.
* No outside beverages will be allowed
-Call 305-242-1224 to reserve your table today,
or email events@schneblywinery.com
Schnebly Redland’s Winery, 30205 SW 217 Ave, Homestead, FL 33030

Oktoberfest: Breast Cancer Benefit Concert Event at Tobacco Road 10/14/09

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CALLING ALL I N S O M N I A C S & L I V E * M U S I C * L O V E R S IN MIAMI & SOUTH FLORIDA 2009
TENEMENT HALL PRODUCTIONS & Damian’s Dream Music LLC P R E S E N T S A LIVE MUSIC CONCERT EVENT A T T H E L E G E N D A R Y TOBACCO ROAD
* MIAMI’S OLDEST BAR, LIVE MUSIC VENUE AND CABARET *
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
The show starts at 9:00 pm

TOBACCO ROAD – MIAMI
2nd Floor – Cabaret Stage
626 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33130
Venue contact: 305-374-1198
Event contact: 786-315-8921
Press contact: THPMedia@GMail.com
$7.00 admission at the door
You must be 21 or older
A portion of all ticket sales for this show will benefit the following local charity: The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation in Miami & Ft Lauderdale

The COFFEE HOUSE GYPSIES
They have been active in Miami’s music scene since 1997 and they have performed in New York City, Hollywood, Tampa, and all over South Florida. They were one of the headliners for the Tobacco Road 96 Anniversary Party and in 2008 they became the only band to-date to win nine Status QuO South Florida Live Music Awards with nominations in ten categories.
After several limited-press LP and EP releases, The Coffee House Gypsies released a long awaited full-length album in 2008. The album was titled “The Artist” and featured 13 tracks of pop/rock fan favorites carefully laced between spoken word poetry bits. The release featured cameo appearances by other local Miami bands and artists and led reviewers and critics to say, “The music of the Coffee House Gypsies from the Southern tip of Florida is as magical as their name implies.” The album consists of all original compositions and one cover song: a version of Simon & Garfunkel’s Sound of Silence which Dirk Faes (of The Fleetwood Mac Legacy in Hoboken Belgium) called “his favorite version of the song ever.”
In 2009 South Florida’s Sun Sentinnel called the Miami band “a band of nomads who keep moving to different musical genres.” The Miami Herald said, “CHG’s sound is reminiscent of The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and The Mamas and the Papas,” referring to them as “a quintessential jam band: they sometimes rock out with electric guitars and synthesizers or play mellow acoustic rhythms. Sometimes they even recite spoken word poetry between songs.”
The band now plays local venues regularly. Uva in Coral Gables and Sophie Moon showcases this band weekly all September-long as they prepare to release a new album in 2010. They are “a pop-rock-tinged acoustic folksy coffeehouse band” says Miami New Times, “Fans of Fleetwood Mac, the Mamas and the Papas, and 97.3 FM should dig this group without question. Their harmonies, both vocal and instrumental, are soothing and give a generally upbeat feel”
http://www.myspace.com/CoffeeHouseGypsies
http://www.youtube.com/CoffeeHouseGypsies

The BAILOUTS
A Miami-based band that is doing classic hits with a modern edge, The Bailouts rose from the ashes of bands like The VoodooCasters and Wednesday’s Child. They began turning heads in the local scene early 2009 when they began appearing in local venues and music festivals. Fronted by powerful, versatile and engaging vocalists, the band performs a variety of cover songs while infusing them with originality and all new twists. Their rich sound, tight harmonies, and high energy performances set them apart from most bands in the circuit.
Like CHG, this band is not just fronted by one gender or one voice. With a Natalie Merchant stage vibe and a voice like Kate Pierson from the B52s (or old-school Pat Benatar) the group’s front woman Annie electrifies the stage while Bailout male vocalist Tony (previously of “Naked Bootleg”) takes the mic for the occassional male perspective. Electric guitar riffs and synthesizer pads fill the audible plane with this band’s signature “Bailout” Bang.
“We do some back and forth,” Tony says about the male and female lead vocal roles in this new up and coming act, “We even sometimes duet on songs like ‘Don’t You Want Me Baby’ by The Human League and ‘Stop Dragging My Heart Around’ by Tom Petty & Stevie Nicks. We sometimes even swap roles, like, I’ll sing ‘Hit Me Baby One More Time’ by Britney Spears and Annie might do ‘Just Like Heaven’ by The Cure.”
The band rocks out on stages all across Miami, gracing venues such as Tobacco Road, Poprox, Little Hoolie’s, and more. Most recently they performed alongside The CHG at the 2009 Music Festival: 80’s Flashback. Their repertoire takes the audience on a musical journey through time and space, engaging the audience with familiar favorites and beloved classics that are hard to not sing along with. They welcome new listeners to a musical experience that is like no other…
http://www.thebailouts.net
http://www.myspace.com/thebailoutsrock

Our Cause
According to National Statistics in 2008, an estimated 182,460 new cases of invasive breast cancer occurs among women in the United States in one year. An estimated 40,480 women are usually expected to die from breast cancer. It was also estimated that 1,990 men get diagnosed and 450 men die of breast cancer.
The Susan G. Komen Foundation has a vision:
A WORLD WITHOUT BREAST CANCER
Their promise is to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all, and energizing science to find the cures. They have supported every advance in breast cancer research over the past 25 years and have provided community grants for breast health education, screening and treatment.
Please visit http://www.komenmiaftl.org for more information
You can also read the story about how this organization was started by clicking here.
A portion of your ticket purchase for this event will go towards The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation – of Miami & Ft Lauderdale. Tickets are just $7. Scroll down to buy tickets online directly from the bands.

“Open since 1912, Tobacco Road is Miami’s oldest bar, surviving hurricanes, prohibition and going through a long list of presidents dating back to William Howard Taft. Even if you stop by not to have a drink, the place itself is a historic attraction. With a full liquor bar that’s open until 5AM seven days a week and a kitchen that opens till 4AM offering NY Strips and one of the best burgers in the city, the Road is a winner to any and all”
(from ClubPlanet.com)

“You can find live entertainment any night of the week at Tobacco Road. Claiming the title of Miami’s oldest bar, Tobacco Road has hosted great entertainers throughout its 95-year-plus history, including artists like George Clinton and Koko Taylor. The upstairs Cabaret was the local watering hole during Prohibition to gangster Al Capone and his associates”
(from HelloMiami.com)
TOBACCO ROAD – MIAMI
” where legend meets local history and music ”

This event also features…
SEE CELIA CRESPO (ARTIST) LIVE – @ THIS EVENT
INTERACTING / LIVE PAINTING / CREATING
Art contact: nuphoenixink@gmail.com

A D D I T I O N A L L I N K S
CHG Music Downloads
CHG Merch
The Bailouts on YouTube
Tobacco-Road Miami

GET 2 FREE CHG CLASSIC SONGS FOR YOUR MUSIC COLLECTION
In 1999 the Coffee House Gypsies released their first studio project: a limited-edition indie LP titled “In Tenement Halls” that made its way across Miami’s underground like a brushfire. The CD featured cover photography by Miami’s Lori Diaz and audio that included a pre-Artist version of Tigerlilly (which later was remixed and included in the 2008 CHG album, The Artist) The LP also included the alterna-rock-sounding old CHG song, “Fly Away” (with Floridian minstrel, Danny Salazar). Frances Gronlier of the band “Pretty On Paper” also made vocal cameos throughout the disk and Frank Perez (who sang the duet with CHG’s Albert Damian on the 2008 Album’s CHG Simon & Garfunkel cover of “The Sound of Silence”) sang on the CHG’s only recorded piano ballad to-date: a song written by Albert Damian titled, “Good Enough” which was only released on the rare “In Tenement Halls” release.

TICKET SALE LINKS AND CONTACT INFO
NEWSLETTER SIGNUP::: Click here to be kept up-to-date with CHG events in So FL
CONTACT TENEMENT HALL PRODUCTIONS::: tenementhallproductions@gmail.com
CHG FANS::: Contact The Coffee House Gypsies or Order Event Tickets from the Band - chg@coffeehousegypsies.com
BAILOUTS FANS::: Contact The Bailouts or Order Event Tickets from the Band - tonemaster3000@gmail.com
CONTACT CELIA CRESPO::: (re. art, photography, writing, & live painting for events) - nuphoenixink@gmail.com
CONTACT TOBACCO ROAD MIAMI::: Event Venue & Info Contact
DAMIAN’S DREAM MUSIC, LLC OF M I A M I , F L O R I D A
“I have this dream inside my head that’s waiting to be born”
…BECAUSE…
M I A M I – R O C K S

GYPSIES: SAVE $30!!!
SPECIAL OFFER FOR PARTIES OF 4+
WITH FREE CD & RESERVED SEATING!
THIS SPECIAL OFFER INCLUDES…
* Event entrance for your party (show ticket passes for 4)
* Reserved seating & table for 4
— directly in front of the Tobacco Road Cabaret Stage
* Four T.R.-featured (liter-sized) souvenir Oktoberfest mugs
— mugs come filled with ice-cold Sam Adams beer
* One order of Tobacco Road’s home-made Loaded Nachos
* One CD copy of the Coffee House Gypsies album, “The Artist”
— the CD comes with a signed band poster
A $105 total value, yours now for JUST $75!!!
Tax and gratuity not included
Must be in groups of four (or larger groups divisible by four)
“What?? But that’s just $18.75 per person!”
“Woah! The 4 beer mugs alone cost $15 ea.”
“TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS GRREAT DEAL, A.S.A.P!”
Reserve your table by email today: FAN@CoffeeHouseGypsies.com
This Offer Expires: 10/01/09
Reservations must be received & confirmed by us by email, by or before 09/30/09

Table Reservations are for parties of 4 ONLY – or groups divisible by four
Reserved tables must be claimed by or before 9:15 PM on October 14th – at the show

Any tables not claimed by 9:15 PM at the show will become available to the public and will void the reservation
THANK YOU FOR FORWARDING THIS EMAIL!
It is because of friends, fans, and the support of local live music lovers such as yourself, that we are able to spread the word about these great event shows for charity. The more people find out about these shows the more people will attend them, and the more people attend them the more money we will raise for these very worthy local causes.
So we thank you, for passing this email on to others…

The Jose Cuervo Platino Music Series Perfomance by The Postelles 9/25/09

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The Postelles
The foursome will perform all their newest tunes including the single produced by The Strokes guitarist Albert Hammond Jr., which is already making waves in the music scene. Details on the show below.

Club 50 at The Viceroy, Jose Cuervo Platino Music Series and Novel present a live performance by The Postelles on Friday, September 25th. Attendees will enjoy an open bar hosted by Jose Cuervo Platino, the premium tequila line, from 8-10pm and drink specials throughout the night. The Postelles, a New York City-based foursome, will bring their unique blend of feel good retro and modern alt-pop to the stage at 11pm. Club 50 provides breathtaking panoramic views from the rooftop of the Viceroy hotel. Viceroy Miami is located at 485 Brickell Avenue. No cost for attendance. Please RSVP at info@novelcomm.com.

9/25/2009 10:00 PM at Club 50 at Hotel Viceroy
485 Brickell Ave, Miami, Florida 10001
Cost: Free
Free show at Club 50 in the Hotel Viceroy
http://www.myspace.com/thepostelles

Smiling Gums Next at Soya Downtown 9/25/09

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Smiling Gums is back on EVERY LAST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH at Soya & Pomodoro Downtown located at 120 NE 1st Street. It’s a great venue in an abandoned bank lobby from the 1930’s attached to a great Italian restaurant. Ask about wine bottle specials!

We will be performing next Friday, September 25th at 9:30 for the dinner set and at 11:30 for the later ones. We have a new musical arrangement including a FREIGHT TRAIN AFRO CUBAN RHYTHM SECTION including Tany Gil on congas and Alan Reina on timbales and jimbe.

Keep your eyes out for the new album release coming soon!

We hope to see you there…

SMILING GUMS
www.smilinggums.com

The State Of Cd Release Party at The Awarehouse 9/19/09

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9/19/2009 8:00 PM at CD RELEASE PARTY @ the AWAREHOUSE!!!!!!
550 N.W. 29 St, Miami, Florida 33127
Cost: $10
Please join us for this amazing night as we showcase our new album, DAY OF ABANDON, and bring up special guest musicians for the show! Cover is $10. This will be an incredible and memorable event and we need all of your support on this very special evening :) We have been working on this record for 2 years and are so excited to share it with the world! The Awarehouse is an AMAZING state of the art music venue and art space. Special Guest DJs: Heather Holiday (pumps/mia) & PhAxas (organicArma) Liquor Sponsor TBA

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PALO! at Van Dyke 9/19/09

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Hope you can make it this Saturday, September 19th, 9:30 – 1:30 for…
PALO! Upstairs @ the Van Dyke Café!
Facebook Invite
Van Dyke Café
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
PALO! brings their addictive blend of Afro-Cuban, Funk & Jazz to South Beach…
No cover charge!
YOU MAY WIN A FREE PALO! CD or T-Shirt…
Click Here To RSVP For This Event on Facebook.
Visit us on the Wild, Wacky Web:
gopalo.com – A unique Cubano-Americano Experience

Heart Strings Free New World Symphony Concert 9/20/09

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Heart Strings
Sunday, September 20 at 7:30pm
Lincoln Theatre
FREE, ticket required
Get a free sneak-peak of one of this season’s most anticipated concerts! The Adagietto from Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 (performed later this season, April 10-11, at the Adrienne Arsht Center) is gentle and sublime and thought of as Mahler’s love letter to wife Alma. Mahler, Mendelssohn and more make for a delightful Sunday evening!
Click here or call our Box Office at 305-673-3331 to reserve your seat today.

Divine Inspiration New World Symphony Free Concert 9/17/09

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Divine Inspiration
Thursday, September 17, 7:30pm
Lincoln Theatre
Free, ticket required
The larger works of Richard Strauss, from tone poems to operas, are well known and loved, but his chamber works are just as magnificent yet much more obscure. His Sonatina No. 1, “From the Workshop of an Invalid,” was written during Strauss’ bout of the flu. Even when sick, Strauss wrote incredible music!
Click here or call our Box Office at 305-673-3331 to reserve your seat today!

BestBuy in Pembroke Pines features The Coffee House Gypsies Live in Concert 9/18/09

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BestBuy in Pembroke Pines features The Coffee House Gypsies Live in Concert
The South Florida Coffee House Gypsies are back in town after performing in New York City and the band is rocking Pembroke Pines this Friday night. They were the winners of nine Status QuO South Florida Live Music Awards in 2008 and their last album “The Artist” was called “as magical as their name implies” by music critics. Both The Miami Herald and Miami New Times have described the sometimes acoustic rock band as having a sound similar to The Mamas and The Papas, Fleetwood Mac, and The Eagles. They South Florida rockers are now working on a new album to release in 2010. They recently performed live on the air at WLRN with Michael Stock. And on this Friday, September 18th at 8:00 PM these rock-n-roll gypsies of South Florida will give a FREE concert in Pembroke Pines (hosted and sponsored by BestBuy). The event will promote the launch of BestBuy’s Music Gear Department and will feature original CHG songs and local fan favorites like “Lets Stay”, “Tigerlilly”, and “After The Tone” along with classic covers that everyone will love singing along with. Free CDs, autographed posters, and giveaways will also be handed out at the event. All ages are welcome to attend. The next day, Saturday the 19th the band will also appear at the Nautical Seafood Festival in Stuart, Florida at 12 noon.
The show starts at 8:00 PM this Friday night
Location: BestBuy at Pembroke Pines (11450 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33331)
Coffee House Gypsies music is available online at Napster, iTunes, and at www.myspace.com/CoffeeHouseGypsies

The City of Miami Gardens 5th Annual Jazz In The Gardens 3/20-21/10

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Mary J. Blige, John Legend, Robin Thicke, Teena Marie, Boyz II Men, David Sanborn, Joe Sample and Cassandra Wilson will headline the City of Miami Gardens’ 5th Annual “Jazz in the Gardens” Hosted by Tom Joyner. Joining the headliners on stage are emerging new artists, Melanie Fiona and K’Jon. In
just five years “Jazz in the Gardens” has become one of the hottest events and most anticipated music festivals in the United States. Over 60,000 people are expected to attend this year’s festival, from all over the U.S, Caribbean and the world to groove to the diverse mix of music genres that range from jazz, R&B and soul sounds. While other large music festivals are struggling to sell tickets, “Jazz in the Gardens” has doubled its attendance every year since its inception. Why? The star-studded line-up, the amazing ticket prices and the optimal Miami Gardens weather, among other reasons.

5TH ANNUAL “JAZZ IN THE GARDENS” Hosted By TOM JOYNER
MARCH 20 & 21, 2010
AT DOLPHIN STADIUM IN MIAMI GARDENS, FL
MARY J. BLIGE, JOHN LEGEND, ROBIN THICKE,
TEENA MARIE, BOYZ II MEN, DAVID SANBORN, MELANIE FIONA,
CASSANDRA WILSON, K’JON & JOE SAMPLE HEADLINE

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Tickets go on sale Friday, December 11, 2009 @ 10am, and are available through Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com, www.jazzinthegardens.com or the Dolphin (Landshark) Stadium Box office.

Teena Marie Photo

The City of Miami Gardens is pleased to announce the star-studded lineup for the 5th Annual “Jazz in the Gardens” hosted by #1 rated, nationally syndicated radio personality Tom Joyner, taking place on Saturday, March 20th and Sunday, March 21st at Dolphin (Landshark) Stadium, 2269 Dan Marino Blvd, Miami Gardens, Florida 33056.

Confirmed artists include the queen of R&B, Mary J. Blige; Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter, John Legend; R&B crooner, Robin Thicke; funk/R&B diva, Teena Marie; 90’s R&B/pop super group, Boyz II Men; Grammy nominated R&B vocalist, Melanie Fiona; jazz chanteuse, Cassandra Wilson; saxophone king, David Sanborn; already classic newcomer, K’Jon; and famed pianist, keyboarder and founding member of the Jazz Crusaders, Joe Sample. Local artist names will be released soon.

Jazz in the Gardens, a two-day weekend festival is now in its fifth year and has grown to be one of the top cultural events in America. The jazz festival delivers a diverse mix of music genres and mixes jazz, pop, R&B,

Neo-soul and Caribbean flavors, having something to offer all music aficionados at an affordable price.

“I am proud to proclaim “Jazz in the Gardens” as an undeniable premier stop on the national festival circuit. With audiences coming from international and domestic markets, it has become a major destination event for anyone seeking the combined ambience of fabulous music, sunshine, great food, shopping and beautiful people all in one setting,” says Shirley Gibson, Mayor Miami Gardens.

The 4th Annual Jazz in the Gardens shattered expected ticket sales, enjoying an attendance of almost 40,000, more than double the sales of the 2008 festival. In 2009, the “Jazz in the Gardens” crowd enjoyed performances by Kenneth ‘Babyface’ Edmonds, Kenny G, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Erykah Badu, Common, Roy Ayers, Jonathan Butler, Will Downing, and Angelique Kidjo. This year’s line-up raises the bar yet again!

For more information on the highly-anticipated 5th Annual “Jazz in the Gardens” Hosted by Tom Joyner, go to www.jazzinthegardens.com or contact the City of Miami Gardens at 1-877-640-5299. All media inquiries should be directed to Circle of One Marketing at 305.576.3790.

ABOUT THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS
The City of Miami Gardens was incorporated on May 13, 2003, as the 33rd city in Miami-Dade County. At a population of approximately 10,000, it is the third largest city in Miami-Dade County. Miami Gardens is a solid, working and middle class community of unique diversity. It is the largest predominantly African-American municipality in the State of Florida and boasts many Caribbean residents. In 2007, the City hosted the 41st annual Super Bowl. The City recently hosted the 2009 college BCS championship game and in 2010, will host the 44th Super Bowl.

JAZZ IN THE GARDENS
For general information visit www.jazzinthegardens.com or call the event hotline at: 305-622-8043. For vendor and sponsor opportunities, contact Vendor Express at 954-275-3092. All media inquiries should be directed to Circle of One Marketing at 305.576.3790.

Open Mic at Hurricane Grill & Wings 9/16/09

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Inviting you to join us this Wednesday night for another “Open Mic at Hurricane Grill & Wings”.
All Musicians,Bands, Songwriters, Comedians, Poets, and Entertainers Welcome.
We provide the Mics, PA system ,drum kit, amps & keyboard. Bring your favorite instrument. Open Jam and solo performances.
Prizes & Gift certificates from Sam Ash Music, Smokey’s Novelties & MTA
$1.50 Draft Specials
$ 2.00 Shots
Frozen Drinks

Location: Hurricane Grill & Wings
14211 SW 42 Street ( Bird Road)
Miami, Fl, 33175
305 226 2568
www.hurricanewings.com

Wednesday Sept 16th
9pm till Midnight
All ages’ welcome

Presented by Coconut Grove Live and Music Talent Associates
http://musictalentassociates.com
http://coconutgrovelive.blogspot.com/

Mini Concert with Scott Weiland with John Dahlback at Mansion 9/19/09

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Saturday, September 19th 2009
Scott Weiland performance and Fashion Show – Starts at 10PM
This Satuday join Mansion and 944 Magazine for a special early performance by Scott Weiland of Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver. Featuring a special fashion show of his own clothing line: English Laundry.

Come early for complimentary admission and cocktails between 10 and 11PM. This is an early show so make sure to be there on time to see this exclusive mini-concert by legendary rocker, Scott Weiland. Then stay for a special performance by Swedish DJ superstar, John Dahlback.

Music Unites Sephardic Music SoBe Institute of the Arts / SoBe Music Institute 9/27/09

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Music Unites! A series of interactive family events on world music & culture (Season 3)
SEPHARDIC MUSIC – Romantic Songs of Spanish Jews
Montserrat Franco, Soprano
Claude Kadoch, Guitar & Darhukka
Free & Open to the Public

For centuries, the legacy and traditions of Sepharad (Spain in Hebrew) was transmitted through generations of Sephardic Jews on their Diaspora after they were ousted of Spain in 1492 and settled in several parts of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. They left Spain but never their language “Djudeo-Espanyol” also called “Ladino” (a language which defer from the Spanish or Castillan spoken by Christians at that time and which includes Hebrew elements and vocabulary from the local languages) neither the culture which includes an amazing oral tradition : tales, poems and songs or “Romanceros” just as the “Trovadours” will perform in the Middle Age.

The vast collection of Romances preserved and transmitted for generations will come back to life on September 27th when Singer “Montserrat Franco” will present in an unique venue accompanied by the Israeli Moroccan Artist Claude Kadoch. These songs express not only these historical changes but also the entire life-cycle of that people, with their moments of joy, sorrow and love, its festivities and celebrations. This rich and varied culture is the basis of the Ladino repertoire, a musical treasure that never ceased to grow in the new places where the Sephardic Jews settled.

About the Artist: Montserrat Franco, a graduated Vocal Professor, ethnomusicologist and grantee of several scholarships by the European Parliament in Madrid, Spain and the State of Israel researched about the Sephardic Romances and Traditions from 1999 to 2002.

She was commissioned by the State of Israel to perform around the world as a truly sephardic artist during International Literature Fairs and Symposiums of the Spanish Language always sponsored by the AECI (Spanish Agency of International Cooperation)

SoBe Institute of the Arts
2100 Washington Avenue
Carl Fisher Clubhouse/Little Stage Theater Complex
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
305-674-9220 info@sobearts.org
http://www.sobearts.org/

Hot Nights Cool Jazz at the Bass 9/18/09

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HOT NIGHTS COOL JAZZ
at the Bass Museum of Art
FRIDAY, SEPT 18 7-9PM
Miami Jazz Collective
Free for members; $10 for non-members
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue (in Collins Park)
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
T: 305.673.7530 www.bassmuseum.org

The Bass Museum of Art is generously funded by the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council; with additional support provided by Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners; State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts; and Friends of the Bass Museum, Inc.

Jazz with The Jamie Ousley Trio – Concert Announcements 9/20,23,26/09

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THE JAMIE OUSLEY TRIO PERFORMS JAZZ CONCERTS IN SOUTH FLORIDA
Performing a Week’s Worth of Concerts in South Florida in September

Who: The Jamie Ousley Trio, featuring Jamie Ousley on bass, Joe Davidian on piano, and Austin McMahon on drums.

What: Performing Jazz Concerts (similar in style to Keith Jarrett/Bill Evans piano trios)

When/Where:
Sept. 20th, 4pm: The Lotz Jazz Series at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami. 7701 SW 76th Ave., Miami, FL 33143. (305) 667-3697. $15 adults, $10 minors. www.uumia.org/content/view/39/61

Sept. 23rd, 9pm-1am: Upstairs at the Van Dyke Café. 846 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139. (305) 534-3600. www.thevandykecafe.com

Sept. 26th, 9pm-1am: The Globe Café. 377 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, FL 33134. (305) 445-3555. www.theglobecafe.com

A Note about the Trio:
Jamie, Joe, and Austin have been playing together for ten years, after having met as students at the University of Miami. Although they have moved apart (Joe now lives in Nashville and Austin lives in Boston), the trio continues to reunite every year to record, play concerts, and tour across the world. Recently the trio has enjoyed concerts in Ireland, Germany, Chicago, Vermont, and Tennessee, and they are very excited to be returning to South Florida! Their music is a mix of tasteful interpretations of standards and their own original compositions. Jamie’s 2008 release “O Sorriso Dela” (“Her Smile,” in Portuguese) has received critical acclaim and is played on over 250 jazz radio stations across the country.

ousley@bellsouth.net
www.jamieousley.com
www.myspace.com/jamieousley

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www.JazzBluesFlorida.com

Give Peace A Dance Special Jazz For Peace Benefit Concert For Earthdance International 10/30/09

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“GIVE PEACE A DANCE”

SPECIAL JAZZ FOR PEACE BENEFIT CONCERT
FOR EARTHDANCE INTERNATIONAL

FRIDAY OCT 30TH, 7:00PM – 11:00PM

Jazz for Peace featuring Rick Dellaratta will be performing a special benefit concert for Earthdance International. This benefit concert is scheduled for Friday, Oct 30th, 7:00PM – 11:00PM at a unique venue located in Miami, FL (tba). Live Performance by Rick Dellaratta & Jazz for Peace Band•Cutting Edge World Beats by Renowned DJ Chilly• Global Live Visuals •Art Exhibits • Live Performance Artists• •Much More!

$25 Advanced Tickets (until 09-30-09)
Click Here!
Tickets by Phone: 1-866-WAN-TIXX or 1-866-926-8499

JAZZ FOR PEACEâ„¢ has performed over 650 Benefit Concerts to raise funds, publicity and awareness for outstanding organizations in need worldwide. In addition Jazz for Peace performs educational programs bringing music and Jazz back into the schools and donates musical instruments to underprivileged children.
Recent Facts:
– US President Barack Obama joins Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Senator John McCain, Congressman Dennis Kucinich, Michael Bloomberg and many others in support of Jazz for Peace!

– Jazz pianist, vocalist and composer Rick DellaRatta was included by The Foundation Center in their list of musician philanthropists along with Bono (U2), Elton John, Peter Gabriel and Sting.
– Jazz for Peace founder Rick DellaRatta celebrated the 6th Anniversary of this historic concert at the United Nations which united Israelis, Palestinians and Americans as well as the 650 benefit concert “Helping those who are helping others!” For more information on Jazz for Peace visit: www.jazzforpeace.org.
Earthdance International’s mission is to promote peace by joining participants worldwide in a synchronized Prayer for Peace and to support humanitarian causes through the global language of music and dance. Their goal is to inspire participation from promoters, clubs, artists, musicians and peace-lovers worldwide to dedicate one day to support humanitarian efforts and help unite people from all nations in a day of peaceful celebration and harmony. For more information on Earthdance International, visit: www.earthdance.org.

$25 Advanced Tickets (until 09-30-09)
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Tickets by Phone: 1-866-WAN-TIXX or 1-866-926-8499
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Miami Dade College presents Cultura del Lobo – Magos Herrera at Colony Theatre 10/10/09

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Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009, 8 p.m.
Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach
TICKETS
General admission: $52, $32 and $27
Students and seniors: $18
MDC and NWSA students and employees: $5
INFORMATION
For detailed venue information and secure online tickets:
www.mdc.edu/culture • 305-237-3010
TicketMaster: Miami 305-358-5885
Ft. Lauderdale 954-523-3309
www.ticketmaster.com

Schnebly’s Friday Night at The Winery Latin Night 9/11/09

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The Winery’s “Cool Summer Nights” Music Series presents Latin Night with Bryan Gonzalez
We invite you to enjoy the cool atmosphere of the Redland’s own tropical paradise. Cool down with a delicious bottle of wine and chill out with some of your fellow Winery fans, as we all enjoy the groovy sounds of live unplugged music.
This 2nd Friday, September 11th, the Winery will be having its “Cool Summer Nights” Music Series from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. We’re so excited to welcome Latin artist Bryan Gonzalez! Bryan’s music is a dynamic and soulful interpretation of a new era in today’s pop music which involves the singer/songwriter. His exceptional vocal range and ability contributes a great deal to his unique style of music, lyrics, and exhilarating performances. Get to know Bryan better by visiting www.bryangonzalez.com

During the summer, in lieu of catered food, the Winery invites you to pick up a meal or pizza from our friends at the Capri Restaurant, from home or your local market. The Winery continues to offer its infamous wine specials you have come to love at Friday Night @ The Winery. Stop by our retail room and pair up your favorite wines with some of our delectable cheeses, grab an ice bucket, and enjoy an evening picnic under the stars.
Make sure to purchase your bottle during our Happy Hour – Buy a Bottle, Get One Free from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. inside our retail room. Also available in the retail room are gourmet cheeses and crackers for purchase.
Our friends at Capri Restaurant will be offering a selective menu this Friday for pick up. Certain items on the menu need to be ordered 24 hours in advance, so visit http://www.dinecapri.com or call Capri at 305-247-1542 for more information. If you mention Schnebly, you will receive a 10% discount on all food to-go.
* Catered food will not be available at the Winery for purchase during our summer series.
* No outside beverages will be allowed

Open Mic Wednesdays at Hurricane Grill & Wings 9/9/09

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“Open Mic Wednesdays at Hurricane Grill & Wings”
Musicians,Bands, Songwriters, Comedians, Poets, and All Entertainers Welcome.
Come join us, bring your talent & favorite Instrument, we provide the mics, PA, drum kit, amps & keyboard.
Prizes & Giveaways from Sam Ash Music, Smokey’s Novelties & MTA
$1.50 Draft Specials
$ 2.00 Shots
Frozen Drinks
Location: Hurricane Grill & Wings
14211 SW 42 Street ( Bird Road)
Miami, Fl, 33175
305 226 2568
www.hurricanewings.com
Wednesdays
9pm till Midnight
All ages’ welcome
Presented by Coconut Grove Live and Music Talent Associates
http://musictalentassociates.com
http://coconutgrovelive.blogspot.com/

Coffee House Gypsies, Live On South Beach At Heathrow 9/16,30/09

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COFFEE HOUSE GYPSIES, LIVE ON SOUTH BEACH AT HEATHROW!

Miami’s own Coffee House Gypsies rock band is back after touring New York City, and they can be seen performing live at HEATHROW on South Beach on Wednesday September 16th and 30th at 10:00 PM. HEATHROW is located at 681 Washington Avenue. Mention “The Coffee House Gypsies” at the door and you get in for just $5 (21 and older). Drink specials include two-for-one drink specials till midnight. FREE Coffee House Gypsies CDs for the first ten ladies to arrive. The Coffee House Gypsies were the winners of nine Status QuO South Florida Live Music Awards last December and their album “The Artist” was called “as magical as the name implies” by Muse’s Muse Music Review. Check the band out online at myspace.com/CoffeeHouseGypsies – also on TheCHG@Twitter. The show starts at 10:00 PM Wednesday the 16th and 30th as part of Sophie Moon’s FREE YOUR SOUL Music Showcase.

Coffee House Gypsies, Live On South Beach At Jazid 9/7,21/09

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COFFEE HOUSE GYPSIES, LIVE ON SOUTH BEACH AT JAZID!

Back from touring and performing in New York City, Miami’s own Coffee HOuse Gypsies can be seen performing live at JAZID on South Beach on Monday September 7th and 21st at 10:00 PM. JAZID is located at 1342 Washington Avenue. Mention “The Coffee House Gypsies” at the door and you get in for just $5 (21 and older). Drink specials include $4 for Kamikazes & Lemon drops or $5 for Tequila shots & Coronas. Free chicken wings till midnight and FREE T-SHIRTS for the first 25 ladies to arrive. The Coffee House Gypsies were the winners of nine Status QuO South Florida Live Music Awards last December and their album “The Artist” was called “as magical as the name implies” by Muse’s Muse Music Review. Check the band out online at myspace.com/CoffeeHouseGypsies – also on TheCHG@Twitter. The show starts at 10:00 PM Monday the 7th and 21st as part of Sophie Moon’s OPEN MINDS Music Showcase.

Coffee House Gypsies, Live Every Thursday Night at Uva 9/10/09

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COFFEE HOUSE GYPSIES, LIVE EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT AT UVA!
Miami’s own Coffee House Gypsies rock band is back from touring and performing in New York City and they can be seen every Thursday night in September, performing live at UVA in Coral Gables. Uva is located at 2626 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Mention “The Coffee House Gypsies” at the door and you get in for just $5 (21 and older) or $7 (for 18 through 20). All mixed drinks are just $5 and domestic beers are just $4. FREE Coffee House Gypsies posters for the first ten ladies to arrive. The Coffee House Gypsies were the winners of nine Status QuO South Florida Live Music Awards last December and their album “The Artist” was called “as magical as the name implies” by Muse’s Muse Music Review. Check the band out online at myspace.com/CoffeeHouseGypsies – also on TheCHG@Twitter. The show starts at 10:00 PM every Thursday night at UVA as part of Sophie Moon’s VIBE Music Show.

Hot Nights Cool Jazz at the Bass 8/28/09

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HOT NIGHTS COOL JAZZ at the Bass Museum of Art
THIS FRIDAY AUG 28, 7-9PM
Dave Fernandez Quartet
Free for members; $10 for non-members
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue (in Collins Park)
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
T: 305.673.7530 www.bassmuseum.org
After the event head to The Martini Bar for the swankiest happy hour at the Raleigh.
Two-for-One drink specials. Guests receive VIP access to select local night clubs. Every Friday 10pm-1am.
The Raleigh Hotel
1775 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.raleighhotel.com
The Bass Museum of Art is generously funded by the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council; with additional support provided by Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners; State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts; and Friends of the Bass Museum, Inc.

Schnebly’s Friday Night at The Winery 8/28/09

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The Winery’s “Cool Summer Nights” Music Series presents
Friday Night with Pacific Rhythms
We invite you to enjoy the cool atmosphere of the Redland’s own tropical paradise. Cool down with a delicious bottle of wine and chill out with some of your fellow Winery fans, as we all enjoy the groovy sounds of live unplugged music. This 4th Friday, August 28th, the Winery will be having its “Cool Summer Nights” Music Series from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. We’re so excited to welcome the relaxing sounds of Hawaiian natives Pacific Rhythms. Their style represents true island music ranging from Hawaiian, Reggae, Country and dance music.
Check out www.pacificrhythmsfl.com to read more about them and listen to some of their music.

During the summer, in lieu of catered food, the Winery invites you to pick up a meal or pizza from our friends at the Capri Restaurant, from home or your local market. The Winery continues to offer its infamous wine specials you have come to love at Friday Night @ The Winery. Stop by our retail room and pair up your favorite wines with some of our delectable cheeses, grab an ice bucket, and enjoy an evening picnic under the stars.
Make sure to purchase your bottle during our Happy Hour – Buy a Bottle, Get One Free from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. inside our retail room. Also available in the retail room are gourmet cheeses and crackers for purchase.
Our friends at Capri Restaurant will be offering a selective menu this Friday for pick up. Certain items on the menu need to be ordered 24 hours in advance, so visit http://www.dinecapri.com or call Capri at 305-247-1542 for more information. If you mention Schnebly, you will receive a 10% discount on all food to-go.
* Catered food will not be available at the Winery for purchase during our summer series.
* No outside beverages will be allowed

Reserve your table!
We are offering our guests the opportunity to reserve their dining table with a credit card. Choose from our two options: Picnic Table (seats 6 people) $42 or Bar Table (seats 8 people) $56. The reservation fee does include the cover charge. Remember seating is limited, so pick your table and reserve now! We will be updating the Table Reservation Chart daily to show which tables are getting booked.
-Call 305-242-1224 to reserve your table today, or email events@schneblywinery.com

September Van Dyke Music Schedule 2009

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SEPTEMBER-efly for the UPstairs
AUGUST MUSIC SCHEDULE at the VAN DYKE CAFE.
Showcasing the best in Jazz, Rock, Latin, Brazilian, Funk, Blues, and Songwriters, the VAN DYKE continues its musical legacy live on Lincoln Road and on our nightly webcam broadcasts (http://www.thevandykecafe.com).
We are committed to providing the highest quality of music OF ALL STYLES 7 nights a week in a fun concert style venue. We also feature the “TWILIGHT SERIES” which is a monthly outdoor VAN DYKE Lincoln Road music festival from 5-9pm.
We also present our monthly “VINTAGE SOUL”, a live music showcase and open mike night featuring the best in R&B, Funk, Jazz and Neo Soul.
SEPTEMBER Schedule
1- Jazzilla Jazz, funk/fusion rock/pop.
2- Maryel Epps Diva of song and love.
3- Gaucho A tribute to the music of Steely Dan.
4- Jessie Jones Jr. Sax Sensation on the jazz charts with his new cd.
5- Ike & Val Woods Revue. Soul and blues revue.
6- Sunshine jazz organization presents Jazz Night Out featuring Brenda Alford and Friends
7- Joshua Stedman Original compositions influences of Sting, Stevie Wonder, Jamiroquai & Seal.
8- Rodolfo Zuniga Original contemporary Jazz.
9- Pat de Leon Solo acoustic blues & Latin mojo songster.
10- KCC Productions presents Felipe Lamoglia Grammy-winner. Afro-Cuban, Brazilian Jazz fusion.
11- KCC Productions presents Sammy Figueroa and Sally’s Tomato The music of Cal T Jader.
12- Fat King Bulla Bilingual Rock, Reggae, Hip Hop & Latin sounds.
13- Oriente Afro-Cuban fusion.
14- Sol Ruiz Psychedelic Cuban Blues.
15- Shelly Berg Group World renown pianist.
16- Nicole Yarling Band Violinist & vocalist.
17- KCC Productions presents Dmitriy Klevenskiy Ensemble Pianist of caviar-quality jazz
18- Rose Max Brazilian samba party.
19- Palo! Mix of Afro-Cuban, funk and jazz.
20- Phoenixstar Ent. Presents Vintage Soul Night R&B, Funk, and Neo soul. Featuring an “Open Mic Hour”
21- Jimmy Ruccolo Blues and Beyond.
22- Airplay featuring Randy Singer Smooth jazz, Bebop, Blues.
23- Jame Ousley Trio featuring pianist Joe Davidian & Austin McMahon.
24- KCC Productions presents The Mitch Frohman Ensemble Top Mambo and Salsa by Tito Puente’s former music director and leader of the Bronx Horns.
25- Artist of the month, Iko Iko Twilight Series 5-9pm. Blues and acoustic Funk Lanzallamas! Afro-latin-america world beat mezcla.
26- Tony Succar y el Grupo Mixtura Latin Jazz. A journey through S. America and Latin Caribbean.
27- Songwriter Jam Sessions Guys with Guitars plus one girl.
28- Rick Krive Smooth jazz and vocals.
29- Mike Gerber Solo piano virtuoso
30- The South Nine Ensemble Keep the rich tradition of Jazz alive.

Tuesday is the new Saturday at Florida Room with Brendan O’Hara and The Big Bounce 8/25/09

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Hope to see you this Tuesday at the Florida Room for The Big Bounce Live and our favorite party of the week. I’ve attached a copy of our new flyer… Please pass it around to your friends/post it on fbook/whatever. New faces are always welcome!
And, find The Big Bounce on Facebook to become a fan! Here’s a link to our page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Big-Bounce-Brendan-OHara-Komakozie/103374082794
If you’re not already familiar, The Big Bounce (Brendan O’Hara & Komakozie) plays every Tuesday night at the Florida Room, regularly at the Clevelander, once a month at ELLA in NYC and at other amazing venues around town. The duo is accompanied by a rotating cast of Miami’s most talented musicians like Joe Rehmer on upright bass and Patrick Converse on the trumpet. You can get a feel for their blend of rock, blues and, what we like to call, hip drop by going to www.bigbouncemusic.com. There’s a collection of tracks for you to listen to on the music page and there are also several videos for your viewing pleasure on the homepage ; )
www.bigbouncemusic.com

Global Vybz Entertainment Presents Reggae Bash 2009 at the James L. Knight Center 10/31/09

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The successful Global Vybz Entertainment (GVE) is excited to announce Reggae Bash 2009. The show will take place on October 31, 2009 at 7:30pm and will be held in the heart of downtown Miami at the extravagant James L. Knight Center. GVE is teaming up with artists and sponsors to assure an awesome evening with top notch entertainers.

Global Vybz Entertainment was created by the very talented Andrew Minott. Andrew has been in the music production and management business since 1991 then expanded to producing shows in 1997. Business partner Charles (ChuckB) Higgins entered the industry of artist management and movie production in 1993 and furthered his career working for Capital Records. Both Andrew and ChuckB established their careers by producing remarkable work and numerous triumphant shows. Chuck and Andrew began working together in 2000 both sharing a vision and passion, thus developing GVE. GVE was given its name due to the idea that full service entertainment company is not local but global. The company specializes in production, promotion, event consulting and artist management. Focused on providing the best entertainment GVE is committed to the delivering superior quality, high energy and the greatest talent in the industry through the production and promotion of any event – music, fashion or sports. GVE’s mission to work hard and being dedicated in order to build a strong relationship with both partners and clients, thus creating a strong production company hence only cultivating a win win situation.

GVE last event went down as “Beres Hammond” Best performance in South Florida. The “Beres Hammond Concert” took place over Independence weekend on Friday July 3rd at the James L. Knight Center and featured top artists Maxi Priest, Sugar Minott and Culture. The show was a huge success. GVE is now busy producing another show Reggae Bash 2009 that is guaranteed to be phenomenal. The line up for the show is exceptional, featuring the Reggae Icon “Buju Banton” aka Gargamel and the astounding Reggae sensation “Wayne Wonder” along with more entertainers to be added. GVE is absolutely thankful for their sponsors. The sponsors are as follows: Golden Krust Restaurant in Pembroke Pines, Moments (Party with a Purpose), Hype Radio 1170 AM -Fort Lauderdale, John Alessi Pr Firm, Partyspree.com, Tru-Juice, Whatagwan.com, EventsRUsonline.com, CouponsofSouthFlorida.com and M Ozyn.

To inquire about sponsorship and media opportunities for the Reggae Bash 2009 show please contact Charles Higgins via e-mail at chuckbfla@hotmail.com. Vendors who are interested in renting a booth or patrons seeking more information about the event please call 954-801-2257.

APAI presents a tribute to Ali Akbar Khan 8/29/09

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This message is forwarded to you on behalf of the Association for the Performing Arts of India:

APAI is presenting a tribute to Indian sarod master Ali Akbar Khan next Saturday at the Fort Lauderdale Main Library, featuring Dr. Rajeeb Chakraborty (sarod), Reena Shrevastava (sitar) and Pandit Subhen Chatterjee (tabla).
Tickets are $15 and $25 through ticketweb.com or call 866-468-7630

Sitar,Sarod and Tabla Concert and Dinner with the Artist after the concert featuring Dr.Rajeeb Chakraborty on Sarod,Reena Shrevastava on Sitar,Subhen Chatterjee on Tabla

Saturday, Aug 29, 2009 5:30 PM EDT (5:30 PM Doors)
– Saturday, Aug 29, 2009 9:00 PM EDT
at Broward Main Library Theatre
in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dr. Rajeeb Chakraborty:: breathes an astounding versatility of self-expression as a musician, an educationist, music composer and conductor. Rajeeb started learning Sarod at he tender age of six from his father.He began performing from the early age of 9 years and has taken part in all the major music festivals and concerts in India for more than three decades. His talent has been taking him across the globe from United States, Canada to all over the western European block where he has participated in innumerous concerts and major festivals. Reena Chakraborty Shrivastava On Sitar: Reena C. Shrivastava was born in a musical family. She started sitar at the age of five under the tutelage of her father. Reena performed on the stage at the age of 9.Her performances earned her reviews not only in India but also abroad. Her extensive tours have earned fame and recognition in India, Europe, U.S.A. and Canada. Subhen Chatterjee is one of the best known tabla players of India today. Subhen has been accompanying almost all top ranking musicians quite successfully in major music conferences both in India and abroad for the past 20 years and thus has earned a very good name both from the audiences as well as the press.

Grand Opening Piano Man Wednesdays at Crescendos Piano Bar 8/26/09

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Piano Man Wednesdays
“Finally, a piano bar in South Beach!”
GRAND OPENING
Wednesday, August 26th
Piano Man Wednesdays Please join us for the Grand Opening of a new weekly piano bar night on Wednesday, August 26th. The best piano player/singers from all over the country will be flown in to entertain you on a weekly basis.
This beautiful, new piano bar and lounge just opened at the east end of Lincoln Road and is located in the Di Lido Building at the Ritz Carlton (between Collins Avenue and the ocean path).
The piano is built into the stunning granite bar. And, there are tambourines for those who feel the need to jam along with the piano.
The weekly guest artists perform from 8pm to 1am.
There is no cover charge.
Crescendos Piano Bar
113 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach
305.674.1787
www.crescendos.org
This Week’s Guest: Barry Rocklin
Barry Rocklin has been a mainstay on the international piano bar circuit for most of the past decade—between stints as musical director for renown musical productions from Miami to Montreal. Barry has journeyed from his home in suburban Boston to piano engagements at some of the world’s finest piano bars and hotel lounges, including venues in Germany, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, Japan, Iceland and Poland. And he is a favorite on board the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line.
Barry is a brilliant pianist with a strong voice, boundless enthusiasm and a performance flair uniquely his own. His love for music is obvious and infectious. With a memorized repertoire of more than 2,500 songs, Barry puts on a show guaranteed to surprise, energize and entertain audiences everywhere.

Life Is Art is excited to invite you to Earth Is Art, an environmentally artistic showcase 8/22/09

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Greetings Life Is Art Fans!

We at Life Is Art are very excited to invite you to our next big show, Earth Is Art. We have over a dozen artists, DJs, live bands, fashion, food, drinks, and performances, all to support the south Florida arts community, as well as the environment!

Earth Is Art is being produced in conjunction with the Metro 1 Green Building Resource Center, an organization dedicated to promoting environmentally responsible building practices. So, in addition to enjoying a wonderful party and experiencing some excellent art, you will be supporting a great cause.

Below is a short summary, but you can see all the details, art samples, and more at
http://www.lifeisartfest.org/blog/earthisart/. Please share the Facebook event: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=233279005243

EVENT DETAILS
August 22, 2pm~10pm
120 NE 27th Street, #200, Miami, FL 33137
$10 suggested donation
Presented by Life Is Art and Metro 1
Hosted by the Green Building Resource Center
Featured Artists: Antonia Wright ~ Brett Sauce ~ Carla Fache ~ Carol Kingsley ~ Daniel Marosi ~ Deborah Weed ~ Eileen M. Baldwin ~ Flex Maslan ~ GusColors ~ Jennifer Rivas ~ Jovan Karlo Villalba ~ Rainer Lagemann ~ Rosa Naday Garmendia ~ Tashmeha Ignacio ~ R.E. SANCHEZ
Music by DJs Soozin ~ Alan Stenback ~ Matt Way ~ Sebastian C
Live music by Almost Blue ~ Pocket of Lollipops with visuals by TM Sisters
and Dylan Romer ~ UOM
Fashion by Noble Truth ~ Deborah Desilets
Live Auction by Skyler Goldenberg
Gastronomic arts by Ñaki Culinary Delights ~ Om Garden
Drum circle ~ Live performances ~ Fundraising auction & sale
Fire dancing by Jillian with Nestor on Drums
Complimentary drinks by Schnebly Winery ~ Grolsch Beer
Additional Support by Yelp.com ~ TalkNightlife.com ~ Bubblewrapmiami.com
CHARITY AUCTION DONATIONS:
~ Mark W. Forman, Gallery Marco, Painting – Acrylic on Canvas 24″ x 24″, Value $2000
~ Kayak Jeff Inc, Paddling Basics 101 Class 4 hours of training, Value $55, 4 available.
~ Lavazonn Gallery, blue agate wraparound recycle leather cuff/ bracelet, Value: $65.00
~ Deborah Desilets, one of a kind art gloves on lincoln, Value: $1500.00, a portion of this donation goes towards the Lincoln Rd 50th Anniversary fund.
~ Debra Cortese, Laptop/Business microfiber Bag is perfect for back to school or work, 14.5?W x 11?H x 4.5?D, $129.95 value
~ Tonya Scholz, kNOw-AGING, Inc, Life Extension wellness basket, $200 value
~ and much more to come!

Also, if you are interested in volunteering, we can use a little help. We will be setting up Friday night and Saturday morning, and definitely could use a few hands. We could also use a few people during the event to help monitor the door and watch the art. Please contact us for more intormation at art@lifeisartfest.org. Thanks!

I look forward to seeing you there.

Sincerely,
James Echols
Life Is Art, Inc.
www.lifeisartfest.org

Gotham Night Dreamworld Tour @ LoVe at PopRox 9/5/09

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Miami Beach may finally hit nirvana with live music happening!
Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, September, 5, 2009- Poprox, Miami Beach’s new premiere live music venue will provide an alternative to Miami Beach’s hip-hop and house music dominated club & bar scene with: “love, what miami needs now!” – a new monthly alternative music night exposing, on inaugural night, “the gotham night dreamworld tour” feat. an electronic, edgey explosion of music currently just below the radar: Kill Miss Pretty, Env & Dpx and an art exhibit by award-winning designer of the next generation Hello Kitty : “ Kawaii Universe! ” by www.bleuhmeuh.com

Poprox, owned by Miami Beach nightlife pioneer, Robert Ziehm, musician/songwriter and live music Renaissance man Tony Alarcon and Multi Grammy Award winning producer A.B. Quintanilla, provides the perfect setting for a NEW multi-media monthly happening called “LOVE” hosted by Frank Morales of FM Media*, Monserrattz** & Teardrop*** . DJs Essential 6(Loveshack) and Daniel Mode (Berliner) and the LIVE music will bring electro, new wave and indie music to the hip-hop and house music dominated Miami Beach club scene. ‘LOVE’ will feature the best live music, performance art, visual arts & fashion shows.

The inaugural ‘LOVE’ night exposes the Gotham Night Dreamworld Tour feat. the “Pet Shop Girls” of Miami DPX, the new Miami pop rock twin sensations EnV along with their friends media darlings, electropunksters Kill Miss Pretty. Art exhibit by the award-winning designer of the next generation Hello Kitty of the world ‘Bleuh Meuh Design ‘ Kawaii Universe ‘!!! www.bleuhmeuh.com

*FM Media is Frank Morales ( Ran longest running one-nighter on Miami Beach:The Church, Managing Street Promotions for Ultra Music Festival for 11 years, Creator/promoter for Mass, hosted a Radio show on Beach Radio, Salvation promotions and founder of FM Media, which involves flyer design, marketing & promotions.).
**Monserrattz is lead singer/songwriter/ co-producer of DPX, host of Twisted Newz Talk Radio (owner of the fabled “Ãœnderland Privat”, South Beach’s Electro-a-Go-Go!, host of the underground nachts at “Edelweiss” & writer of the Margaritaville-ish & Copa Cabanaesque novelty song ‘South Beach’.)
*** Teardrop former WVUM 90.5 DJ & host of the All Request Show & The Industrial Music Show, promoter for Red Room, The Church, Cloud 9 among others, and all-around Scene-ster-girl of the Miami Ãœnderground.

Musica Y Aparte: Martin Rojas Program for the promotion of local creativity 8/20/09

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MUSICA Y APARTE: MARTIN ROJAS
Program for the promotion of local creativity
Guest Artist: Martin Rojas
Thursday, August 20 at 8pm
Artistic Coordinator: Erwin Pérez
At CCEMiami
102
DATE: 08-20-2009
TIME: 8 pm
Program for the promotion of local creativity.
Guest artists: Martín Rojas
Artistic Coordinator: Erwin Pérez
At CCEMiami. Free Admission.
Martín Rojas is one of the best Cuban guitarists in the last decades. He started to play this instrument in his born place La Habana after losing his vision when he was only 8 years old. Rojas has shared his talent numerous artists such as Malena Burke. Respected and venerated by several generations of musicians he is, with no doubt one of the essentials of contemporary Cuban music and confesses himself admiration for George Benson, Pat Metheny y del Cubano Isaac Nicola.
CONTACT PHONE: 305 448 9677

MAM Summer Nights with Afrobeta 8/13/09

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MAM Summer Nights
08/13/09 06:30PM – 09:00PM
Come to MAM every second Thursday during the Summer months to enjoy a late night at the Museum under the stars. Experience the convergence of creativity as the visual & performing arts come together in new & exciting ways!
This month features a musical performance by Afrobeta!
MAM Contemporaries Free; MAM Members $5; Non-members $10

PALO! at Van Dyke this Saturday 8/15/09

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Hope you can make it this Saturday, August 15, 9:30 – 1:30 for…
PALO! Upstairs @ the Van Dyke Café!

Van Dyke Café
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139

PALO! brings the sizzling Afro-Cuban Funk to South Beach…
No cover! No minimum!
YOU MAY WIN A FREE copy of the new PALO! CD…

Click Here To RSVP For This Event on Facebook.

Visit us on the Wild, Wacky Web:
gopalo.com – A unique Cubano-Americano Experience

Thievery Corporation at The Fillmore Miami Beach 10/9/09

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Live Nation does it again by bringing in one of the best acts in the Electronic Dance Music world, Thievery Corporation. Don’t miss it as the infamous duo comes to The Fillmore Miami Beach at The Jackie Gleason Theater on October 9th with very special opening guests Ancient Astronauts. This is one of the most anticipated shows of the year.
tickets go on sale this saturday august 15 at 10am –
click here to purchase

Technique Miami presents Get Funk’d Up 8/29/09

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2 in 1 Technique is a group that partners with up-and-coming musicians, artists and young entrepreneurs, to offer an alternative and organic nightlife experience.

Combining live music, interactive art installations, on-site clothing designs, body painting, and an elaborate glow-in-the-dark light show, Technique Miami, our inaugural event in South Florida, will offer an unforgettable night of endless visual and audio stimulation.

We are proud to announce that Technique Miami has teamed up with “MIAMI HELP DARFUR NOW”. Not only will this event showcase up-and-coming talent, but will also provide an opportunity to donate to a much need cause. Please visit WWW.HELPDARFURNOW.ORG for more details on the organization….

Details for the event are as follows:

August 29, 2009
NEW LOCATION
Soho Studios located at 2136 NW 1st Ave

Jazz Series at Bass Museum 8/14/09

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Hot Nights Cool Jazz at the Bass Museum of Art
Friday Nights
Aug 14 & 28
Sept 11 & 18
7-9PM
Free for members; $10 non-members
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue (in Collins Park)
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
T: 305.673.7530 www.bassmuseum.org
The Bass Museum of Art is generously funded by the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council; with additional support provided by Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners; State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts; and Friends of the Bass Museum, Inc.
Bass Museum of Art | 2121 Park Avenue | Miami Beach | FL | 33139

PALO! at Kimbaracumbara Saturday 8/7/09

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Hope you can make it this Saturday, August 8 at 11pm for PALO! @ Kimbaracumbara!
PALO! brings their addictive blend of Afro-Cuban, Funk & Jazz to Little Havana!
You may win a free CD!
FREE ENTRY until 10:30! $10 after.
Click Here To View & RSVP For This Event.
Visit us on the Wild, Wacky Web: gopalo.com <– NEW CD “This Is Afro-Cuban Funk” now available!

Free ANR Show with The State Of – Donations for The Giving Tree at AE Gallery 8/5/09

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Free ANR Show (w/ The State Of)
Donations accepted in conjunction with The Giving Tree
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
8:00pm – 10:00pm
A E District
3822 N. Miami Ave.
Miami, FL
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We’re playing an earlier show (for Miami at least) at A E District from 8-10pm. There is no cover, and there will be complimentary drinks for those of age, however, we encourage you to donate to The Giving Tree, all of which goes directly into next years public school arts programs in the city of Miami, which have a budget of $0.00 starting this fall. Then head on over to The Vagabond after for more fundraising goodness with the likes of Afrobeta, Junc Ops and more!

Summer Jazz Nights at the Bass Museum 8/14/09

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Beat the summer sizzle and come over to the Bass where the most talented jazz artists of Miami will be performing. Mix and mingle, enjoy refreshing cocktails, and wind down after a long week!
Admission: Free for members, $10 for non- members
Media sponsor: 944 Magazine.
The jazz series is made possible by a generous grant from the Miami-Dade County Tourist Development Council (TDC).
Friday Nights 7-9PM
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33139
T: 305.673.7530
http://www.bassmuseum.org

August Music Schedule at the Van Dyke Cafe

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Showcasing the best in Jazz, Rock, Latin, Brazilian, Funk, World, Blues, and Songwriters, the VAN DYKE continues its musical legacy live on Lincoln Road and on our nightly webcam broadcasts (http://www.thevandykecafe.com).
We are committed to providing the highest quality of music 7 nights a week in a fun concert style venue. We also feature the “TWILIGHT SERIES” which is a monthly outdoor VAN DYKE Lincoln Road music festival from 5-9pm.
And on AUGUST 16, we present “VINTAGE SOUL” a live music showcase and open mike night featuring the best in R&B, Funk, Jazz and Neo Soul.
August Schedule
All shows 9pm – 1am
1- Ike & Val Woods Revue – Soul and blues revue.
2- Sunshine jazz organization presents Jazz Night Out featuring Kiki Sanchez and The Afro-Peruvian Project.
3- Scott Mariscian – Jazz harpist.
4- The Miami Jazz Quartet – Carlos Averhoff, Don Coffman, Tom Lippincott and Reuben Hoch.
5- Maryel Epps – Diva of song and love.
6- Perry Joslin – Smooth jazz fusion. A camera crew from WLRN/PBS will record this performance for their feature series “ARTSTREET”.
7- The Nouveaux Honkies – Americana/blues/roots music.
8- Tony Succar y el Grupo Mixtura Latin Jazz – A journey through S. America and Latin Caribbean.
9- Oriente – Afro-Cuban fusion.
10- Davis and Dow – Diva jazz and vocals.
11- Ivan Zervigon – Latin jazz
12- Karina Iglesiaa – singer/songwriter, Samantha Natalie
13- KCC Productions presents Silvano Monasterios – “Best jazz musician in Miami” for 2009 by The Miami New Times
14- KCC Productions presents Sammy Figueroa and Latin Jazz Explosion.
15- Palo! – Mix of Afro-Cuban, funk and jazz.
16-Phoenixstar Ent. Presents Vintage Soul Night – R&B, Funk, and Neo soul. Featuring an “Open Mic Hour”
17- SoulPlay featuring Frank A. and Raquel – Soulful and sophisticated that is contemporary and fresh.
18- Jimmy Ruccolo – Blues and Beyond.
19- Nicole Henry – Internationally acclaimed jazz vocalist.
20- KCC Productions presents Leon “Foster” Thomas – Caribbean jazz with a soulful edge.
21- Rose Max – Brazilian samba party.
22- Conjunto Progreso – Latin jazz band
23- Super Songwriter Night hosted by Alih Jey.
24- Munera – Colombian singer, songwriter, guitar jazz flavored contemporary songs. CD RELEASE PARTY.
25- Gecko Jazz – Blend of Afro caribbean, Be-bop , and Brazilian flavor.
26- Big Brooklyn Red – -The future of soul music.
27- KCC Productions presents Dmitriy Klevenskiy Ensemble – Pianist of caviar-quality jazz.
28- ARTIST OF THE MONTH, Kawan DeBose – Twilight Series 5-9pm. Jazz, R&B, Soul and Swing. Lanzallamas! – Afro-latin-america world beat mezcla.
29- Bachaco – Latin reggae funk fusion.
30- Airplay featuring Randy Singer – Smooth jazz, Bebop, Blues.
31- Rick Krive – Smooth jazz and vocal.

New Hot Series in Miami Beach Puts Musicians Back to Work 8/16,23/09

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Hot New Vintage Soul Series Opens At The Van Dyke Cafe August 16 and At The News Lounge August 23rd Puts Artists Back to Work

The upstairs lounge in The Van Dyke Café is very unassuming. In fact, if it wasn’t for the video stream downstairs, you might not even know about the mystical experiences happening right above the common area. But for those “in the know”, it’s the ultimate in true raw traditional musical talent where artists unleash and audiences get a glimpse of an exclusive rare treat of talent available for the taking.

Upstairs at The Van Dyke Café on South Beach, a new series called “Vintage Soul”, co-produced by harmonica player, Randy Singer, keeps the music scene rocking and rolling with an exceptional grouping of local artists banning together to create and play music to a captive and appreciative audience. The interactive series features live music ranging from R&B and neo soul to jazz, blues, reggae, funk and gospel, spanning four generations of music including classics from Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Bob Marley, Chaka Khan, Sade, Alicia Keys, among many others. Due to the initial success and unprecedented response of the special performance held earlier this month, The Van Dyke Café located at 846 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach, rated the “Best Jazz Club” by Miami New Times, will host the series on a regular basis once a month until December, beginning Sunday, August 16, 9pm-1am. Sister café The News Lounge located on 5580 NE 4th Court in The Courtyard at 55th Street Station in Miami will also host the series starting August 23. As a new age outdoor garden lounge this setting acts as the perfect backdrop to the new series.

Co-producer of Vintage Soul, Natasha Haynes of PhoenixStar Entertainment comments on the purpose of the series and the state of the music industry today. She says, “The Vintage Soul series was created not only to pay tribute to classic soul music of yesterday and today, but to also give undiscovered artists and talented vocalists a moment in the spotlight. Major record labels have cut back on promoting new artists and traditional ways of promotion are simply not available anymore. Those with true talent have to self-promote and use whatever tools they have available to reach the audience that values their quality. So whether they are singing a classic soul cover song or one of their original songs, Vintage Soul, gives artists a platform of exposure so that they can market themselves and showcase their talent.”

Haynes enjoys working with singer, songwriter, and musician Randy Singer who, she says, helps find work for musicians. “Randy makes sure artists are seen and appreciated. He provides bookings, enthusiasm, and the tools they need to continue their work in an atmosphere that induces creativity and cohesiveness.” Singer is based in Miami and books talent all over the tri county area in addition to booking all the nightly entertainment at The Van Dyke Café and The News Lounge through his company Randy Singer Music. He himself has played all over the world with such greats as Franco da Vita, Toots Thielemans, Caetano Veloso, Juan Luis Guerra, Timbaland and Julio Iglesias in such places as Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Paris, Czech Republic, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Germany, Amsterdam, Mexico, New York, and Nashville.

With music by The Derek Mac Band backing some of South Florida’s local artists, this series is already a hit and the best kept secret. With limited space and no cover, it’s best to get there early. For more information or if you’re interested in playing for the series, email phoenixstarmusic@aol.com with your photos, web-links, mp3 files and whatever else you think earns you some stage time or visit http://www.thevandykecafe.com/vintagesoul.

ECOMB presents Raise the Bar fundraiser at Waxy O’Connor’s with Ritchie & Rivenbark, The Rockadictos, The Dizzy Bird 7/27/09

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The Environmental Coalition of Miami and the Beaches (ECOMB) started an amazing project called “Raise the Bar.” ECOMB is trying to get all the bars in Miami Beach to recycle. A student from UM got a grant from Hands on Miami, and started with four pilot bars already.

ECOMB is fundraising at every one of those bars, and this month is Waxy O’Connor’s. The event is on July 27th, from 8pm to 2am. Ritchie & Rivenbark, The Rockadictos and The Dizzy Bird are playing. Proceeds of the bar will benefit Raise the Bar and ECOMB, and help raise awareness to this issue.

A University of Miami medicine student launched a program that is bound to launch Miami way ahead in the global green movement.

“Miami has been very behind in the green revolution, but now it’s time to step up to the plate,” said Fernanda Medici, one of the program assistants of ECOMB who is also responsible for pushing the project forward.

Raise the Bar (Miami Beach) is an exciting pilot program designed to promote recycling at local bars across Miami Beach. The program started on Earth Day, April 22nd, 2009, and it provided free recycling services to four select bars across the city through June 2009. In a joint collaboration between the Environmental Coalition of Miami Beach (ECOMB) and World Waste Services, Inc., each bar received complimentary recycling bins and pick-up for the duration of the program. A projected 15,000 bottles and cans have already been recycled in the four bars alone.

This is an unprecedented initiative generously funded by Hands On Miami’s Starbucks
Youth Philanthropy Committee, but this is only the beginning. Founded by committed volunteer / project coordinator, Neha Patel, and ECOMB Director, Luiz Rodrigues, it is intended that the program will eventually grow to incorporate all bars across Miami Beach. Currently, only a small percentage of bars in Miami Beach recycle, despite that recycling is cost-effective, saves money and is mandated by law. As a bold stride towards greenifying Miami Beach, the following bars have graciously committed to the program: Abraxas Lounge, Purdy Lounge, The Catalina, and Waxy O’Connor’s Irish Pub.

The ECOMB volunteers are planning on having a celebratory party at each of the four bars. The intention is to bring awareness to the issue and also raise funds for the organization.

NWS Recommends: Seraphic Fire 7/23-26/09

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Seraphic Fire Presents: Tableau Baroque in Handel’s Inheritance
Par ot Seraphic Fire’s NEW Summer Series. Join us for Handel’s Inheritance, a musical journey through the formative years of this giant of the Baroque period. Starting in Halle, Germany, we trace his travels through Italy and into England, savoring the cosmopolitan blending of French, Italian, and Germanic styles so popular in Europe at he time. Hear the music of Handel’s youth, from chapel, chamber, and stage, as these influences blend into the unmistakable sound of the mature master. Through the compositions of Corelli, Keiser, Schelle, J.P. Krieger, Zachow, Steffani, Handel himself, and others, experience the sonic tapestry of the world in which this young composer became the man we now celebrate. Tableau Baroque is an American chamber music ensemble dedicated to bringing the music of the Baroque to life through emotionally connected, historically informed, illuminating performances. Core members Ian Howell, countertenor, and Henry Lebedinsky, early keyboards, are joined for this concert by Michael Albert, baroque violin/countertenor, and Brian Howard, baroque cello.
Purchase Tickets online
Thursday, July 23, 2009 at 7:30 PM
St. Martha in the Shores
9301 Biscayne Blvd
Miami Shores, FL 33138
Phone: (305) 285-9060
Friday, July 24, 2009 at 7:30 PM
First United Methodist Church, Coral Gables
536 Coral Way
Coral Gables, FL 33145
Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 8:00 PM
All Saints Episcopal Church, Fort Lauderdale
333 Tarpon Dr
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Sunday, July 26, 2009 at 4:00 PM
Miami Beach Community Church, Miami Beach
1620 Drexel Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Website: seraphicfire.org
E-Mail: info@seraphicfire.org