Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha The home of Jazz in the Middle East. The weekend of June 13th 2013, the effervescent roaring 20’s fun came alive in JALC Doha with a lavish Gatsby themed party. Performing are the legendary Richard Johnson Quartet and amazing jazz singer Brianna Thomas from Jazz at Lincoln Center New York. Bold Jazz music, Gatsby-inspired cocktails and canapés made this a night to remember. To learn more about Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha, please visit jalcdoha 3 weeks ago GATSBY NIGHTS | 13, 14 & 15 OF JUNE 2013 Celebrate the roaring 20’s– a time of luxury, elegance and style ay Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha.The effervescent roaring 20’s fun comes alive in JALC Doha. Enjoy a lavish, Gatsby themed weekend of extravagant entertainment - with the legendary jazz performers Richard Johnson Quartet and amazing jazz singer, Brianna Thomas, from Jazz at Lincoln Center New York. Bold Jazz music, Gatsby-inspired cocktails and canapés will make this a night to remember. Dress to impress - in Gatsby style - and be in the running to win a complimentary dinner for two in Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha. To learn more about Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha, please visit jalcdoha 1 month ago THE RICHARD JOHNSON QUARTET FEATURING JAZZ VOCALIST BRIANNA THOMAS | 10 - 29 JUNE 2013 Richard Johnson has strong territorial jazz roots; he came from the home of jazz greats, Art Blakey, Ray Brown, Billy Strayhorn, and Ahmad Jamal. He was first introduced by his father to the piano at the age of 5, where his father was the gospel pianist in the church. Since then, he has cultivated a rich and pedigreed musical background, being schooled by some of the most legendary jazz musicians, studying at the most esteemed institutions of music, and embracing life to the fullest. Born and raised in Peoria Illinois, Brianna grew up surrounded by music. She was influenced by her father, Charlie Thomas with his own unique talents as a vocalist and percussionist. At age six, Brianna made her debut performance with her father - a duet rendition of the jazz classic, “What A Wonderful World”. Brianna’s talents were discovered by distinguished jazz educator Mary Jo Papich. Soon after, she toured Europe with the Peoria Jazz All-Stars, a big band under Ms Papich’s direction. This was the beginning of Brianna’s career as a jazz vocalist. Richard has travelled extensively; sharing the gift of jazz to audiences around the world, Richard Johnson Quartet together with Brianna Thomas will showcase their exceptional talent at the stage of the Home of Jazz in the Middle East. To learn more about Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha, please visit jalcdoha Source: jalcdoha 1 month ago THE JOE SAYLOR QUINTET | 28 MAY - 8 JUNE 2013 Born and raised in Indiana, Pennsylvania, Joe Saylor is one the most dynamic and exciting percussionists around today. Playing music since the age of 3, Saylor had an extremely distinguished career in which he has travelled all over the world sharing his love of music with an array of different audiences. He has performed and/or collaborated with Wynton Marsalis, Dwayne Dolphin, Roy Hargrove, Lenny Kravitz, Ellis Marsalis, Questlove, and Mark O’Connor among others. An avid believer in the importance of education, Saylor has conducted music education workshops at dozens of middle schools, high schools, and many of the U.S. finest institutions including Stanford University. In 2010, he made his acting debut in the second season of HBO’s hit show Tremé. Saylor is a member of the Stay Human Band, a ground-breaking jazz ensemble founded by Joe’s longtime friend and colleague Jonathan Batiste. He also holds the drum chair in Vince Giordano’s Nighthawks Orchestra, through which he is featured on HBO’s Boardwalk Empire. Joe is an alumnus of both Manhattan School of Music and The Juilliard School. To learn more about Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha, please visit jalcdoha Source: jalcdoha 1 month ago “At least one day out of the year all musicans should just put their instruments down, and give thanks too Duke Ellington.” — Miles Davis 2 months ago The Clarence Penn Quintet - #Jazz Afternoons Get up-close and personal with the musicians and learn about the fascinating world of Jazz while enjoying New-Orleans inspired bites. Both jazz aficionados and families with children can enjoy an Afternoon Tea that includes a selection of mocktails, teas, coffees and delectable selection of savory finger food and desserts. May 18 (Clarence Penn) May 25 (Clarence Penn) Location: Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha Price: QR 178 per person QR 88 Children between 4 - 11 Children under 4 complimentary Time: 3PM - 5PM Date: Every Saturday Contact: +974.4446.0105 or e-mail diningreservations@stregis Request a Table Online » #jazz #ClarencePenn #jalcdoha #StRegisDoha 2 months ago THE CLARENCE PENN QUINTET | 13 - 25 mAY, 2013 Clarence Penn left his native Detroit Michigan to attend the prestigious Interlochen Arts Academy. Upon graduation, he headed for the University of Miami, and a year later, transferred to Virginia Commonwealth (VCU) at the suggestion of Wynton Marsalis, whose father Ellis, was a faculty member. In 1990, Penn accompanied Ellis and Wynton Marsalis to Japan, where he met Lewis Nash. Impressed by the young drummer, Nash recommended him to Betty Carter. Penn was hired and moved to New York City in 1991. Clarke. Since then, he has toured, performed and recorded with a wide range of different artists, including Christian McBride, Michael Brecker, Dizzy Gillespie, Luciana Souza, Gary Burton, Joshua Redman, Richard Galliano, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Charlie Haden, Makoto Ozone and Maria Schneider. “It’s important that people know my versatility, sensitivity and professionalism,” says Penn. “I’m very serious about what I do, and I want people to know that I can do the job that I’m called to do.” He will be playing with Yasushi Nakamura (on bass), Adam Birnbaum (on piano), Yosvany Terry (on saxophone), and Chad Leftkowitz-Brown (on tenor saxophone). To learn more about Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha, please visit jalcdoha 2 months ago Matt Wilson Arts & Crafts 29 April - 11 May, 2013 One of todays most celebrated jazz artists, Matt Wilson - a New York based drummer and Grammy nominee-, is universally recognized for his musical and melodic drumming style as well as being a gifted composer, bandleader, producer, and teaching artist. Matt’s positive energy, sense of humor and ability to explore a broad range of musical settings keeps him in constant demand. In addition, Wilson’s dedication to jazz has helped establish him as a beloved world ambassador for the music, on and off the bandstand. Recently, Matt performed at the White House as part of an all-star jazz group for a State Dinner concert hosted by President Obama. Other performers included Herbie Hancock, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Dianne Reeves, Chris Botti, Randy Brecker, Antonio Hart and James Genus. Matt was named the artist in residence at the Litchfield Jazz Festival where he conducted a much-heralded public interview with Dave Brubeck. In 2010, Wilson conducted over 250 outreach programs promoting jazz including an acclaimed Jazz for Young Peoples concert at Jazz at Lincoln Center. He’ll be bringing the under – rated bassist from Germany Martin Wind (on bass), versatile jazz musician Gary Versace (on piano), and one of the finest jazz trumpeters, Ron Miles. To learn more about Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha, please visit jalcdoha 2 months ago A Taste of Jazz - Friday Brunch with the Willie Jones III Quintet Friday 26 April, 2013 To learn more about Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha, please visit jalcdoha “The most important thing I look for in a musician is whether he knows how to listen.” Duke Ellington
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