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Where to Find Us
Location/Map
Entrance on Beach Street
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January 2004
Calendar
Note:
January 1st (Thursday) through January 6th (Tuesday)
CLUB JAZZ NOUVEAU WILL BE CLOSED.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
January 7th, Wednesday
SPECIAL WEDNESDAY EARLY EVENING EVENT
Outlet Hop Shopping Tours Presents,
Wine Tasting Wednesdays at Club Jazz Nouveau
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Time: 5 – 7:30 pm
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Come and join us for Wine Tasting. Enjoy Fine Wines from some of the Bay Area's best wineries; Cocktail Specials; Fine Southern inspired appetizers & tastings from Executive Chef Jeff Mertens; and the musical talents of renowned jazz pianist Ricardo Scales. This is a benefit fundraiser to help Stop AIDS Project.
January 7th, Wednesday
KENNY WASHINGTON, Singer
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
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A native of New Orleans, Kenny Washington developed a deep love for music
at a very young age, singing and performing gospel at the local Baptist Church.
Performing with school bands, he picked up the saxophone, sang and performed at
school-related functions. At age 22, Kenny began working professionally with
various groups performing varied styles of music ranging from traditional and
contemporary jazz, classical, rhythm, blues and pop. Joining the honorary U. S.
Navy Band in 1986, Kenny performed and toured for 9 years nationally and
internationally as a saxophonist and vocalist. Making his home in the San
Francisco Bay Area in 1995, Kenny found himself working night clubs and various
recording projects locally and nationally. Emulating the classic scat styles of
Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, infusion colors of Stevie Wonder and Donny
Hathaway, Kenny's freedom-play approach with over a four-octave range makes him
one of the most versatile artists of our time.
January 8th, Thursday
PETER FUJI |
KATE PITTARD TRIO
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm |
Kate Pittard sings and plays saxophone.
January 9th, Friday
ROB HART TRIO
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
After Midnight Jam Session
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The Rob Hart Trio is an exciting
blend of traditional jazz, Latin, funk, fusion, reggae, rock and experimental
grooves, along with high-powered, on-the-edge improvisations. Rob Hart is a Berklee College of Music grad. He has been playing and teaching professionally
since 1985 and has studied with the late jazz great Tony Williams, and has also
studied with Mike Clark, Gary Chaffee and Steve Smith. He has performed with the
Isley Brothers, Antilles recording artist Dave Mann and Kai Eckhardt. For more info, click
here.
January 10th, Saturday
WANDA STAFFORD
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
After Midnight Jam Session
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Wanda Stafford grew up in Indianapolis where she learned the roots of jazz sitting in and jamming with musicians like the Montgomery Brothers, Leroy Vinnegar, David Baker, J. J. Johnson, Freddie Hubbard, Al Plank, and many more.
Ms. Stafford, with her slightly smoky voice, displays a timing and bluesy feeling that makes for rich listening. Wanda conveys a story in her songs; she is articulate and immaculate in her presentation, with an added laid-back bluesy shrewdness. -- Ferdinand Maylin
January 11th, Sunday
SPECIAL SUNDAY AFTERNOON EVENT
SUNDAY "GOSPEL BY THE BAY" BRUNCH
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Sponsored by Tip Toe Entertainment
Doors open at 1 pm
Gospel begins from 2 - 4:30 pm
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January 11st, Sunday
RICARDO SCALES, Piano
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1st Show: 7:30 pm
2nd Show: 9:30 pm
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"The black Liberace," Ricardo Scales' nickname, only tells part of the pianist's story. Like the real Liberace, he wears flashy attire on-stage when he launches into a set that showcases his incredible versatility. What the nickname doesn't tell you is that the pianist has a determination as tough as steel, and he needed every ounce of it to ever make it to the stage in the first place. Everything from his performance to his flash makes Scales' piano playing look fun and easy. And if you believed that, you'd be missing an inspiring story.
January 14th, Wednesday
SPECIAL WEDNESDAY EARLY EVENING EVENT
Outlet Hop Shopping Tours Presents,
Wine Tasting Wednesdays at Club Jazz Nouveau
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Time: 5 – 7:30 pm
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Come and join us for Wine Tasting. Enjoy Fine Wines from some of the Bay Area's best wineries; Cocktail Specials; Fine Southern inspired appetizers & tastings from Executive Chef Jeff Mertens; and the musical talents of renowned jazz pianist Ricardo Scales. This is a benefit fundraiser to help Stop AIDS Project.
January 14th, Wednesday
JEFF PITTSON TRIO, Piano
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
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Band Members: Jeff Pittson, Piano; Graham Bruce, Bass; Curt Moore, Drums
January 15th, Thursday
SECOND NATURE / OPENS WITH STEVE CHASTAIN
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm |
Opening Act: Steve Chastain was the child of a career Navy man (and harmonica player), and the travels the family undertook landed Steve in Spain at age nine, where he commenced guitar lessons with the local maestro. Dad was good with electronics, and it rubbed off on Steve, who constructed his first guitar amp at 13. Once back in the US, Steve experienced a bolt of lightning in the form of Joni Mitchell records, and Steve knew what he had to do.
You may have seen Steve anywhere the Grateful Dead appeared, outside the event, playing before, after and alas, sometimes even during a show, hoping for a miracle. You may have seen him opening for Richard Thompson at Villa Montalvo, playing the main stage at Paul Masson Mountain winery, or Mountain Charlie's, or The Garret, or at his favorite sounding board the CafŽ Classique in El Granada. You may have seen him listening for the local buzz on the next time Neil Young will play The Landing.
As major influences, Jerry Garcia, John Renbourn, Steven Stills, and Leo Kottke top the list, and lately, Martin Simpson has provided what proved to be invaluable guidance and inspiration. Steve can also be spotted performing with The Bonepickers Trio and his own trio The Midnight Riders. You can look forward to Steve's eagerly-awaited new CD project, which is in the works.
Headliner: Second Nature makes
listeners' heads turn with its interesting combination of jazz, funk, fusion,
blues, reggae, R&B, Latin, and other music genres -- as well as its
improvisational, innovative, energetic, and fiery style of playing. Second
Nature continues to excite audiences with its fresh sense of music and
infectious grooves. Regrouped with new members making the lineup Chaz--saxophones
and flute, Eddie Williams--guitar, Jack Liebig--keyboards, R. Kirk Bryant--bass,
and Joseph M. Lee--drums and percussion.
January 16th, Friday
RICARDO SCALES, Piano
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
After Midnight Jam Session
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"The black Liberace," Ricardo Scales' nickname, only tells part of the pianist's story. Like the real Liberace, he wears flashy attire on-stage when he launches into a set that showcases his incredible versatility. What the nickname doesn't tell you is that the pianist has a determination as tough as steel, and he needed every ounce of it to ever make it to the stage in the first place. Everything from his performance to his flash makes Scales' piano playing look fun and easy. And if you believed that, you'd be missing an inspiring story. For more info, click
here.
January 17th, Saturday
RICARDO SCALES, Piano
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
After Midnight Jam Session
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"The black Liberace," Ricardo Scales' nickname, only tells part of the pianist's story. Like the real Liberace, he wears flashy attire on-stage when he launches into a set that showcases his incredible versatility. What the nickname doesn't tell you is that the pianist has a determination as tough as steel, and he needed every ounce of it to ever make it to the stage in the first place. Everything from his performance to his flash makes Scales' piano playing look fun and easy. And if you believed that, you'd be missing an inspiring story. For more info, click
here.
January 18th, Sunday
SPECIAL SUNDAY AFTERNOON EVENT
SUNDAY "GOSPEL BY THE BAY" BRUNCH
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Sponsored by Tip Toe Entertainment
Doors open at 1 pm
Gospel begins from 2 - 4:30 pm
With Musical Guest:
Tachina Danielle |
January 18th, Sunday
RANDY DARBONNE (CD RELEASE)
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1st Show: 7:30 pm
2nd Show: 9:30 pm
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Randy Darbonne is a charismatic performer who combines the influence
of Marvin Gaye, Prince and Michael Jackson into his own unique musical
statement. Randy’s solo career as an R&B, Soul-songwriter/balladeer is destined
to make a major impact on today’s music scene.
January 21st, Wednesday
SPECIAL WEDNESDAY EARLY EVENING EVENT
Outlet Hop Shopping Tours Presents,
Wine Tasting Wednesdays at Club Jazz Nouveau
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Time: 5 – 7:30 pm
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Come and join us for Wine Tasting. Enjoy Fine Wines from some of the Bay Area's best wineries; Cocktail Specials; Fine Southern inspired appetizers & tastings from Executive Chef Jeff Mertens; and the musical talents of renowned jazz pianist Ricardo Scales. This is a benefit fundraiser to help Stop AIDS Project.
January 21st, Wednesday
CARLOS GODINEZ
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
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Carlos Godinez is a guitarist supreme. He has a warm, rich guitar sound
which can be sultry but also frenetic & exciting when the number calls for it.
He also uses a synthesizer to give unique harmonica & hammond organ type sounds
for variety. Carlos also has a unique "Latin" vocal sound with Spanish & English
lyrics, that combined with his guitar make him one of the most exciting musical
visitors to our shores.
January 22nd, Thursday
MARY HOLLAND
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm |
January 23rd, Friday
CALVIN EDWARDS GROUP
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
After Midnight Jam Session
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Calvin Edwards is an international artist. This
jazz guitarist, vocalist, and producer is a talented, entertaining, member of
the music world. His immense soul and jazz nature has captured many hearts and
ears around the world. Jazz lover of America... prepare yourself for a smokin'
good time.Currently Calvin
travels and performs with his band CE and produces a jazz show at various
military installations in Okinawa, Japan. He also was the producer for a
performance prior to President Clinton's speech for our military personnel
during G-8 Summit visit. Calvin has released three CD's as a band leader. His
upcoming release will be April, 2004 in USA, Tokyo (Japan) and Paris (France).
For more info, click
here.
January 24th, Saturday
CALVIN EDWARDS GROUP
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
After Midnight Jam Session
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Calvin Edwards is an international artist. This
jazz guitarist, vocalist, and producer is a talented, entertaining, member of
the music world. His immense soul and jazz nature has captured many hearts and
ears around the world. Jazz lover of America... prepare yourself for a smokin'
good time.
Currently Calvin travels and performs
with his band CE and produces a jazz show at various military
installations in Okinawa, Japan. He also was the producer for a performance
prior to President Clinton's speech for our military personnel during G-8 Summit
visit. Calvin has released three CD's as a band leader. His upcoming release
will be April, 2004 in USA, Tokyo (Japan) and Paris (France).
For more info, click
here.
January 25th, Sunday
SPECIAL SUNDAY AFTERNOON EVENT
SUNDAY "GOSPEL BY THE BAY" BRUNCH
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Sponsored by Tip Toe Entertainment
Doors open at 1 pm
Gospel begins from 2 - 4:30 pm
With Musical Guest:
Tamar Jackson, Accompanied By
The Legendary Ricardo Scales |
January 25th, Sunday
DAVID EWELL QUARTET
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1st Show: 7:30 pm
2nd Show: 9:30 pm
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January 27th, Tuesday
SPECIAL TUESDAY EVENING EVENT
BARNEY KESSEL BENEFIT
Performers: Mimi Fox, Guitarist; Rachel Nelson, Singer; Margie Baker, Singer; Sy Perkoff, Pianist; Duncan James, Guitar; Ken Plourde, Bass; Jerry Panone, Drums; Bill Bell, Piano; Jim Zimmerman, Drummer; Perry Phorcell, Bass.
Legendary jazz guitarist, Barney Kessel needs your help. He was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer
in November 2001. He had surgery, Gamma knife radiation and therapy to
rehabilitate him enough so he could come home in late January 2002. The
radiation slowed the growth of the very aggressive non-operable tumor (anaplastic
astrocytoma). Barney requires 24 hour home care and therapy. He is almost blind,
but he is able to still talk a little on the phone and receives visitors and
enjoys listening to music. Barney has no life insurance. He has not worked in
over ten years due to a massive stroke. His Social Security covers his rent. His
wife, Phyllis works full time and her entire salary goes towards Barney's care.
If you can support Barney in any way, please let us know.
January 28th, Wednesday
SPECIAL WEDNESDAY EARLY EVENING EVENT
Outlet Hop Shopping Tours Presents,
Wine Tasting Wednesdays at Club Jazz Nouveau
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Time: 5 – 7:30 pm
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Come and join us for Wine Tasting. Enjoy Fine Wines from some of the Bay Area's best wineries; Cocktail Specials; Fine Southern inspired appetizers & tastings from Executive Chef Jeff Mertens; and the musical talents of renowned jazz pianist Ricardo Scales. This is a benefit fundraiser to help Stop AIDS Project.
January 28th, Wednesday
ELAINE LUCIA
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
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Elaine Lucia and her Offbeat Trio: Jonathan Alford, piano, Pierre Archain, bass, Alan Hall, drums.
It's not easy to decide which facet of Elaine Lucia's musical talent is most impressive. The growing audiences are enraptured by her amazing voice with its clarity, warmth and amazing range. She has a singular ability to take obscure and well known songs and make them her own. Then there's her ability to coax the best out of the musicians who so much enjoy working with her because of her arranging inventiveness. She's developed a reputation among sidemen as a "musician's singer," a vocalist with an eclectic song list and her own unique arrangements and interpretations. Elaine's formative years and career, including her opera studies as a student at the Eastman School of Music, show why she is one of the rare true jazz singers whose classical background is a definite asset.
"The band is great, but you will remember this voice!" -- JazzUSA.com
"Add Elaine Lucia to the list of up-and-coming jazz vocalists who deserve to be discovered..." -- Scott Yanow, LA Jazz Scene
January 29th, Thursday
HANIF & SOUND VOYAGE W/MARK WRIGHT
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm |
January 30th, Friday
AVOTCJA & MODUPUE (GRATITUDE)
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
After Midnight Jam Session
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Band Members: Avotcja-Poet/Multi-Percussion, Jon Jang-Piano, Francis Wong-Tenor Sax/Flute, Sandy Poindexter-Violin, John-Carlos Perea-Bass/Native Flute, Jimmy Biala-Drums/Kulingtang/Etc., Val Serrant-Steel Drums/Djembe, Baba Ken Okulolo-Talking Drum, & Always Some Very Special Guests
Modupue is the United Nations Of Sound, the ultimate Afro-Asian Jazz experience. A spicy stew brewed with the Word/Song & Music of award winning Artists including Playwright & DJ-Avotcja, Francis Wong & Jon Jang co-founders of & recording Artists with Asian Improv Arts Records (both currently "Meet The Composer" New Residents at Japantown in San Francisco), Master Musician/Award winning Storyteller-John-Carlos Perea & the versatile Sandy Poindexter, Pan/Wizard-Val Serrant, the indescribable young lion Jimmy Biala & living legend Baba Ken Okulolo. All we need is you! We promise nothing less than a miracle! You don’t want to miss this!
January 31st, Saturday
SPECIAL SATURDAY AFTERNOON EVENT
"MILK, COOKIES, & JAZZ" SERIES FOR KIDS
W/ MUSICAL GUEST, GERALD BECKETT, FLUTE
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Time: 2 - 4 pm
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"Flutist Gerald Beckett has a powerful way of expressing an extensive
range of moods, while maintaining a genuine post-bop feel." - Elaine Washington,
JazzReview.com
This has been one of many ways critics have described the playing of flutist
Gerald Beckett. His first CD entitled "Black Eyes" released last year, made the
top 50 of the Jazz Week Charts. A graduate of the University of North Texas,
Beckett has been in San Francisco since 1985. He studied classical flute at the
San Francisco Conservatory of Music for 7 years. He has also studied jazz with
the likes of Mel Martin, Brian Prado, John Gove, and others. He brings exciting
performance to Club Jazz Nouveau featuring a wide range of musical styles from
McCoy Tyner to Joe Sample.
"With all the saxophone players out there today, the number of jazz flute
artists is miniscule by comparison, Beckett shows that he belongs in the mix and
has both skills and style to be a force in this underrepresented genre." -
Carmen Miller,JazzUSA.com
For more info on Gerald Beckett, click
here.
In partnership with Music In Schools Today, National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences (The Grammys), SFJAZZ, and other local music-oriented organizations.
January 31st, Saturday
GERALD BECKETT, FLUTE
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5 – 8 pm Dinner Show w/Ricardo Scales
First Show: 8 pm
Second Show: 10 pm
After Midnight Jam Session
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"Flutist Gerald Beckett has a powerful way of expressing an extensive
range of moods, while maintaining a genuine post-bop feel." - Elaine Washington,
JazzReview.com
This has been one of many ways critics have described the playing of flutist
Gerald Beckett. His first CD entitled "Black Eyes" released last year, made the
top 50 of the Jazz Week Charts. A graduate of the University of North Texas,
Beckett has been in San Francisco since 1985. He studied classical flute at the
San Francisco Conservatory of Music for 7 years. He has also studied jazz with
the likes of Mel Martin, Brian Prado, John Gove, and others. He brings exciting
performance to Club Jazz Nouveau featuring a wide range of musical styles from
McCoy Tyner to Joe Sample.
"With all the saxophone players out there today, the number of jazz flute
artists is miniscule by comparison, Beckett shows that he belongs in the mix and
has both skills and style to be a force in this underrepresented genre." -
Carmen Miller,JazzUSA.com
For more info on Gerald Beckett, click
here.
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