Double Show! Satch & Fats: Lavay Smith Sings the Music of Louis Armstrong and Fats Waller
2015-05-02 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Red Poppy Art House, 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
In Satch and Fats, vocalist Lavay Smith and her band will be performing favorites like “Honeysuckle Rose” and “Basin Street Blues” by two of the most swingin’ and innovative artists in American history, Louis Armstrong and Fats Waller.Lavay Smith is the vocalist and bandleader of the Red Hot Skillet Lickers, one of the top swingin’ jazz and blues bands in the world. She grew up in Southern California and the Philippines, and has become an internationally recognized diva of jazz and blues, with a singing style influenced by Billie Holiday, Dinah Washington, Bessie Smith, Little Esther Phillips and other legendary greats. Whether singing her own compositions or drawing on a large repertoire of classics, Lavay and her all-star 7-piece band bake up an instant recipe for dancing and good times. Joining her at the Red Poppy are four of the finest musicians.

The Band:
Lavay Smith – vocals
Jules Broussard – saxes
Danny Armstrong – trombone & vocals
Sam Rocha – bass
Chris Siebert – piano
More on the Band:
Collectively, Lavay’s band members have performed with several famous musicians throughout the years. Chris Siebert is the bandleader and musical director, having worked with folks like Taj Mahal, Alvin Youngblood Heart, Quinn Deavaux. Jules Broussard is a native of Louisiana and has played with Ray Charles, Big Mama Thorton, and Eddie Clean Head Vinson. In addition to playing the trombone and singing duets with Lavay, Danny Armstrong has performed with Johnny Otis, Jackie Wilson and Archie Bell and the Drells. Ron Belcher always brings his rhythmically uplifting style to the stage for a wide diversity of jazz artists, such as Ledisi, Faye Carol and John Handy.
Admission: $15-20.
Time: Doors for first show at 6:30pm. Event starts at 7:00pm. Second show starts at 8:30pm. All ages welcome.
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The Chamber Music Society of San Francisco with Diana Gameros: Honoring Our Mothers: Music by Women Composers
2015-05-07 19:30 - 22:00
Founded in the spring of 2013, the Chamber Music Society of San Francisco (CMSSF) was born out of a collective desire to perform the great chamber music repertoire. Dedicated to bringing these masterworks to diverse audiences, CMSSF is passionate about concertizing in intimate settings, creating close connections between performers and listeners, and cultivating a relationship between music and audiences that extends far beyond the perimeter of the concert hall.
CMSSF brings together Bay Area musicians of diverse musical experience. They can be heard performing with the San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Chamber Orchestra, Santa Rosa Symphony, Magik*Magik Orchestra, as well as many other chamber ensembles, including early music, jazz, tango, and pop.
For this special evening, CMSSF is joined by singer/songwriter Diana Gameros. Gameros is a Latin singer/songwriter who performs songs of love, longing, and hope. Originally from Ciudad Juarez, Mexico and now living in San Francisco, Gameros creates authentic, inspiring music that reflects the 21st century experiences of a young indie artist at the borderlands between cultures, languages, and genres. Whether teasing every ounce of expression from her acoustic guitar in an intimate cafe or bringing people to their feet in a club with her dynamic full band, Gameros transfixes listeners with her soaring vocals, impressive playing and captivating stage presence.
Jory Fankuchen – violin
Natasha Makhijani – violin
Clio Tilton – viola
Samsun Van Loon – cello
Diana Gameros – vocals and guitar
Learn more about CMSSF here.
Get a sneak peak at Diana’s sounds here.
Admission: $15-25. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Adam Shulman Sextet: Contemporary Jazz Compositions in the Tradition of Cedar Walton and Horace Silver
2015-05-08 19:30 - 22:00
Performing material from their new album “here/there”, the Adam Shulman Sextet’s compositions paint an aural vignette of people and places in the Bay Area jazz scene.

Adam Shulman has been a staple of the Bay Area jazz scene since his move in 2002. In addition to leading his own trio and sextet, he has played as a sideman with internationally-renowned artists such as Stefon Harris, Willie Jones III, Miguel Zenon, Mark Murphy, Luciana Souza, Paula West, Larry Coryell, Sean Jones, Grant Stewart and Bobby Hutcherson.

Adam Shulman Sextet:
Erik Jekabson – trumpet
Patrick Wolff – alto saxophone
Rob Roth – tenor saxophone
John Wiitala – bass
Smith Dobson – drums
Adam Shulman – piano
Learn more about Adam here.
Admission: $10-15. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Túlio Araújo: Contemporary Brazilian Pandeiro
2015-05-09 19:30 - 22:00
The Red Poppy Art House happily presents Túlio Araújo’s “East” Album Release Concert exploring of the contemporary Brazilian pandeiro. Túlio Araújo is a Brazilian percussionist, composer, producer and sound engineer. For over ten years he has developed a special project using the pandeiro in a contemporary jazz fusion, demonstrating the true power of this “pocket-drum.” With 2 albums recorded (Manguêra in 2012 and East in 2014), Túlio participates in several workshops, live gigs and release concerts throughout San Francisco.

The lineup:
Túlio Araújo – pandeiro
Marcos Silva – piano
Scotty Thompson – bass
Ian Faquini – guitar
Harvey Wainapel – sax and clarinet
Dive into Tulio’s music on his social media pages:
Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | SoundCloud | Instagram

Admission: $10-15. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Fleshing it (in) OUT: Contemporary Dance, Works in Progress, Curated by Amara Tabor-Smith
2015-05-13 19:30 - 22:00
The Red Poppy Art House is pleased to present Fleshing it (in) OUT, an informal evening of work-in-progress dance performances ready to be witnessed. The evening will feature work fragments by local dance makers, followed by a discussion and delicious servings of recession stew. Curated by Amara Tabor-Smith in collaboration with Red Poppy Art House.

Featured artists:
Byb Chanel Bibene
NAKA (Jose Navarrete and Debby Kajiyama)
Muisi-kongo Malonga
Amara Tabor-Smith
*Photo of Jose by Scott Tsuchitani
*Photo of Amara by Alan Kimara Dixon
Admission: $Free. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Liliana y Los Chilaquiles: Late Night Taco Stand Music
2015-05-15 19:30 - 22:00
The alluring sounds of vocalist Liliana Herrera tantalizes audiences with the unique sound of her band, Los Chilaquiles: Ayla Davila (bass), Camilo Landau (guitar) and Rafael Herrera (percussion). Like any good recipe, it requires combining fresh ingredients with the right blend of spice, heat and sabor! Drawing from her musical family roots and infusing soul, rock and cumbia, the sizzling music at the “Late Night Taco Stand” will stir your spirit and leave you wanting more.
Featuring:
Liliana Herrera – vocals
Ayla Davila – bass
Camilo Landau – guitar
Special Guest TBA – drums/percussion
Admission: $10-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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CARNAVAL WEEKEND: La Mixta Criolla: Latin Caribbean Roots Music
2015-05-22 19:30 - 22:00
In celebration of the 37th Annual Carnaval San Francisco, the Red Poppy Art House presents a weekend of performances highlighting music from Ivory Coast and the African Diaspora, featuring La Mixta Criolla on Friday, May 22nd.
La Mixta Criolla is a versatile and hard-swinging Bay Area quintet with deep roots in the creole mix of Latin-Caribbean music. This ensemble returns to the Red Poppy to perform two high-energy dance sets inspired in the Carnaval traditions of the Caribbean. Combining influences that range from Puerto Rican plena, bomba and música jíbara to Cuban son, Dominican merengue, música de trios, salsa, cumbia and beyond, La Mixta’s original repertoire features a wide range of funky afro-caribbean grooves, engaging melodies and well-crafted lyrics delivered with skill, passion and spontaneity.
Featuring:
Héctor Lugo – pandero, barril, bongó and lead vocals
Ayla Dávila – bass and coro vocals
Camilo Landau – cuatro and lead vocals
Sandra García Rivera – güícharo and lead vocals
Javier Navarrette – congas, cajón, and coro vocals
Listen to La Mixta’s CD AfroTaino here.
Watch their performance of “La Huelga” on Vimeo here.
More on Carnaval SF:
Carnaval San Francisco is a beloved Memorial Day Weekend event featuring a Grand Parade and 2–day Festival, celebrating music and cultural elements from Latin American and Caribbean traditions. Now in its third decade of celebration, Carnaval San Francisco has been an opportunity for many cultures to come together in one spirit to share their creative expression.
http://www.carnavalsanfrancisco.org/
Admission: $12-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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CARNAVAL WEEKEND: Fely Tchaco: Modern Pop Fused with Ivory Coast Traditional Forest Music
2015-05-23 19:30 - 22:00
In celebration of the 37th Annual Carnaval San Francisco, the Red Poppy Art House presents a weekend of performances highlighting music from Ivory Coast and the African Diaspora, featuring Fely Tchaco. Fely’s music is a fusion of traditional forest music (incorporating rhythms such as Zaouli, Ggegbe, Gahou, and Alloukou) and modern pop with a Latin sensibility.

Fely Tchaco is an award-winning singer-songwriter/performer and Billboard nominee from the Ivory Coast. This spring, she will release her new single “ZANTE” which she produced with Grammy Award winner Christian Tumalan.
Fely has released recordings under her own independent record label called FELY PRODUCTIONS/ZEWP. Her song “Goba,” the first track of her latest CD Maturite, won the 11th Annual Independent Music Award in the World Beat Song category for the year 2012. Among her projects is a fund to return to Africa and create a documentary on the Zaouli Dance mask of the Gouro tribe, a rhythm adapted in her award-winning song “Goba.” — Continue reading here.
Featuring:
Paul Sonnabend – conga
Jeff Simon – guitar
Brian Andres – drums
..and more!

Learn more about Fely here.
Follow her on Facebook here.

More on Carnaval SF:
Carnaval San Francisco is a beloved Memorial Day Weekend event featuring a Grand Parade and 2–day Festival, celebrating music and cultural elements from Latin American and Caribbean traditions. Now in its third decade of celebration, Carnaval San Francisco has been an opportunity for many cultures to come together in one spirit to share their creative expression.
http://www.carnavalsanfrancisco.org/
Admission: $15-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
Advanced tickets: http://www.eventbee.com/event?eid=170535281
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CARNAVAL WEEKEND: Choro Bastardo: Brazilian Choro Music Meets Baroque, Early Jazz, and Contemporary Classical
2015-05-24 19:30 - 22:00
In celebration of the 37th Annual Carnaval San Francisco, the Red Poppy Art House presents a weekend of performances highlighting music from Ivory Coast and the African Diaspora, featuring Choro Bastardo on Sunday, May 24th.
Using baroque, early jazz, and contemporary classical music as a springboard, Choro Bastardo explores the different streams of music that share elements with the Choro tradition, recreating the atmosphere of cabarets and vaudeville in Rio de Janeiro. Choro is a genre of traditional Brazilian instrumental music born during the early 20th century. Choro Bastardo combines the traditional Choro style with each of the band members’ different musical and cultural backgrounds to create a sonority that is different from the original, yet loyal to the playful spirit of that music. Mixing Jelly Roll Morton and Pixinguinha, Darius Milhaud and Ernesto Nazareth, John Cage and Jacob do Bandolim, Choro Bastardo represents a groundbreaking transformation in the realm of contemporary improvisation associated with neo-folklorist practices.
Featuring:
Henrique Eisenmann – piano
Ben Andrews – violin, mandolin
Ilya Portnov – harmonica
Adam Bahrami – pandeiro
and special guest Rebecca Kleinmann – flute
More on Carnaval SF:
Carnaval San Francisco is a beloved Memorial Day Weekend event featuring a Grand Parade and 2–day Festival, celebrating music and cultural elements from Latin American and Caribbean traditions. Now in its third decade of celebration, Carnaval San Francisco has been an opportunity for many cultures to come together in one spirit to share their creative expression.
http://www.carnavalsanfrancisco.org/
Admission: $15-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Derek Lassiter: Jazz-Driven Poetic Soul
2015-05-30 19:30 - 22:00
Derek Lassiter debuts brand new songs of personal truth and universal love for future release. Experience an inspired evening with Lassiter’s dynamic band led by Art Khu and featuring special guest vocalist Cedric Brown. Not to be missed!
Lassiter, a mainstay on the San Francisco arts scene, has received accolades for both his recordings and live performances featuring Bay Area notables such as pianist/composer Tammy Hall, producer/percussionist PC Muñoz, and composer/pianist Art Khu. Lassiter is profiled in Julian C. R. Okwu’s book “Face Forward: Young African American Men in a Critical Age.”
This event also features guest poets Marvin K. White and Cedric Brown.
Marvin K. White, author of Our Name Be Witness, Status, last rights (finalist for Stonewall Book Award and Lambda Literary Award) and nothin’ ugly fly (finalist for Lambda Literary Award), is a poet, performer, playwright, visual artist and community arts organizer.

Cedric Brown is a community investor and artist. He as performed in numerous Bay Area venues and festivals for over 20 years. His book “Tar Heel Born: A Native Son Speaks on Race, Religion, and Reconciliation” will be released on June 19th. “It’s always an honor to sing with such an exquisite musician as Derek Lassiter.” oaktownbrown.com
Derek Lassiter – vocals
Art Khu – piano/guitar
Sam Bevan – bass
Lorca Hart – percussion
“dark soul — the kind of moody, haunting soul that is the lesser known sibling of vastly more popular approaches to the genre…”
— Todd Beemis, Indie-Music.com
“Lassiter shines… creating a perfect modern jazz feel akin to Sade.”— Jeff Bracco, TheOwlMag.com
Learn more about Derek here
Follow him on Facebook and YouTube
Admission: $15-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Laila Biali & The Radiance Project: Contemporary Jazz-Influenced Chamber Pop
2015-06-05 19:30
Award-winning pianist, vocalist and songwriter, Laila Biali, has toured with Chris Botti, Paula Cole, Suzanne Vega, and Sting. Critically acclaimed as one of North America’s finest jazz musicians, her new album, House of Many Rooms, sees the Brooklyn-based artist venturing into a more pop-oriented sound, full of catchy hooks, sweet melodies, and anthemic musical arrangements. For this special album release concert, Laila is backed by a six-piece ensemble that features strings and an award-winning rhythm section.
House of Many Rooms is Laila’s first album of entirely original material, and it also marks her first time arranging for gospel choir and string orchestra. Taking the best of pop, rock, classical, world and soul, Laila informs the sound with her expertise in jazz, and weaves it into her original songs and arrangements. Co-produced with her husband, Ben Wittman, the album is fitted for a vast range of instruments, from gospel choir to brass quartet, bass clarinet, Haken Continuum and string orchestra.
“It is the ultimate task given to the musician, whether as singer or instrumentalist, to create a unique signature or fingerprint that is instantly recognizable as their own. What is surprising and delightful in Laila Biali is that both as vocalist and pianist she accomplishes this with equal aplomb. She is an exciting and unique talent, and I admire her greatly.” – Sting

Featuring:
Laila Biali – vocals, pianoIrene Sazer – violin, vocalsLiana Berube – violaMark Goldenberg – guitar, vocalsChris Tarry – bassBen Wittman – drums
Discover more about The Radiance Project here.
Visit Laila’s jazz website here or follow her on Facebook.
Admission: $15-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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MAPP: Our Built City: Transforming the Red Poppy Art House into "Sculptural Housing"
2015-06-06 13:00 - 22:00
Presented by EDELO Nomad in Collaboration with the Communityin Conjunction with the Mission Arts & Performance Project
Our Built City: Transforming the Red Poppy Art House into “Sculptural Housing”Saturday, June 6, 2015 | 1pm – 10pm | free admissionThe Red Poppy Art House collaborates with EDELO ‘En Donde Era La ONU’ and the community for the inauguration of Our Built City: Transforming the Red Poppy Art House into “Sculptural Housing”. As part of the programming for the June 6th MAPP, the Art House will transform into a five-hour sculptural performance throughout the evening to address the culminating tensions between race, class, ownership, authenticity, and cultural expression as seen unfold on our corner of 23rd & Folsom.Curated by EDELO (Caleb Duarte & Mia Eve Rollow), the evening will feature sculptural performances by Adrian Arias, Sebastian Alvares, Ramiro Martinez, Meres-Sia Gabriel, and Ben Baker, plus special musical guest Freddy Flowpez and more.The Red Poppy Art House invites the community to assist in the creation of an exterior miniature city installation that simultaneously serves as a “functional” shelter. The cityscape will be built out of recycled materials throughout a series of workshops, which will take place during the weeks leading up to the MAPP. Workshop hours are Wednesday through Saturday, from 1pm to 5pm at the Poppy. For more information on the workshop, email info@redpoppyarthouse.org or call 650-731-5383. All events are free and anyone is welcome to participate.
MAPP SCHEDULE:
1:00pm – 6:00pm: Construction of Houses / Family Art
6:00pm – 10:00pm: Performances
Details TBA.

More on the MAPP:
Launched in 2003, the Mission Arts & Performance Project (MAPP) is a homegrown bi-monthly, multidisciplinary, unruly intercultural happening that takes place in the Mission District of San Francisco. The MAPP has produced over 65 neighborhood-level arts festivals since its inception.
MAPP is not an “art walk.” Instead, it’s a collage of 10-20 odd spaces transformed into micro art centers, focused on intimate artistic and cultural exchange among people. It was founded with some of the same organizational principles as the Red Poppy Art House (which still enthusiastically participates in MAPP as a neighborhood hub) as they both rely on the energy of the surrounding community, and operate with the help of many volunteers. Placing art and performance on the street level, MAPP utilizes such alternative spaces as private garages, gardens, living rooms, studios, street corners, and small businesses. At its heart, the MAPP shows how ordinary spaces can be made extra-ordinary through creative techniques.

For more information, visit the Poppy or MAPP websites.
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Jason Yeager Trio: Latin-Jazz with Pop and Classical Influences
2015-06-12 19:30 - 22:00
The Jason Yeager Trio is an interactive, contemporary jazz ensemble characterized by singable melodies, infectious grooves, and evocative harmonies. The new album features Danny Weller and Matt Rousseau, with special guests Noah Preminger, Jean Caze, and Aubrey Johnson. Led by award-winning pianist/composer and Berklee faculty member, Jason Yeager, the trio celebrates its second release, Affirmation, on Greg Osby’s Inner Circle Music label.

Jason Yeager Trio features:
Jason Yeager – piano
Danny Weller – bass
Matt Rousseau – drums
“…[Jason] always impressed me with his talent, his curiosity and his desire
to create his own music while really investigating the jazz piano tradition.”
‒ Fred Hersch, pianist/composer
“…the trio’s illuminating dexterity is expressive, unyielding and accessible…
an emerging artist to watch for in today’s jazz.”
‒ Rob Young, The Vertical Spin
Dive into Jason’s music on his social media pages:
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Admission: $12-15. Doors at 7:00pm. Event at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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The ReSisters: An Evening of Music, Satire, Hope, and Three-Part Harmony with the Divas of Dissent
2015-06-13 19:30 - 22:00
The ReSisters are Pat Wynne, Liliana Herrera, and Hali Hammer, three accomplished performers and songwriters who mix topical commentary with the age-old pleasures of melody, close harmony, and rhythm. While Republicans rant and Wall Street preens, The ReSisters offer tart replies, rhymed mockery, and some positive alternatives, blending their voices in soulful sisterhood.
Featuring:
Pat Wynne – piano, vocals
Liliana Herrera – vocals
Hali Hammer – guitar, vocals
Pat Wynne’s songs draw on the broad, deep currents of North American music, from gospel to George Gershwin, from blues to Broadway, writing elegant melodies and pointed lyrics. Besides her solo work, Pat is the founder and director of the Bay Area Rockin’ Solidarity Chorus.
Liliana Herrera’s performances showcase her pristine vocals and passionate self-expression. She has been a headliner at the Encuentro Del Canto Popular and a featured singer in El Teatro Campesino productions. She is soon to release her debut EP: Late Night Taco Stand Music!
Hali Hammer, a heart-stopping soprano, is active in the Berkeley singer/songwriter scene, with her band and as a soloist. She writes about family, friendship, and holding onto our dreams.
Admission: $10-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Tbd–a quartet: Linear Jazz Improvisations
2015-06-14 16:00 - 18:30
The Red Poppy Art House warmly welcomes Tbd–a quartet, presented through Jazz in the Neighborhood’s new monthly series at the Red Poppy. Tbd–a quartet featuring two trumpets, bass and drums, plays linear jazz created through implied harmonies and stretching of traditional forms.

The original music of Tbd–a quartet was written with the ensemble’s particular instrumentation in mind, and has been created since the group began playing together. The band’s original compositions often grow from a small idea and are developed by each of the members of the group. For this ensemble, the line is the most important element as it determines the direction and expresses the emotion and story of the music.
Featuring:
Erik Jekabson – trumpet, flugelhorn
Mario Guarneri – trumpet, flugelhorn
John Wiitala – bass
Akira Tana – drums
More on Jazz in the Neighborhood:
The mission of Jazz in the Neighborhood is to celebrate and invigorate the Bay Area’s rich, musical jazz heritage by creating more opportunities for established local musicians to perform, mentor aspiring players, and share this great American art form with the community. Through collaboration with school music programs and adult big bands, the project enables top-caliber artists to push creative boundaries while helping developing musicians “learn on the bandstand” according to the great jazz tradition. Performances in neighborhood venues not only showcase the wealth of local talent, but also create regular destinations for people to enjoy rich cultural and social experiences where they live.Stay connected with Jazz in the Neighborhood on Facebook.

$20 suggested donation and a $5 suggested donation for students. All ages are welcome. Doors at 3:30pm. Show at 4:00pm. All ages welcome.
Get Advanced tickets here.

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Discussion 1: Beyond the Blues: Ending the Prison Industrial Complex
2015-06-18 19:00 - 22:00
Discussions and Performance by Marcus ShelbyResearch and Workshops by Jacqueline Ramoswith Support from the The Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
The Red Poppy Art House is pleased to present the second series of Beyond the Blues: Ending the Prison Industrial Complex on June 18, July 9, August 13, and August 28, 2015. Marcus Shelby returns to the Red Poppy for the continuation of interactive discussions concerning our justice system.

Led by composer, bassist, and bandleader, Marcus Shelby, the series will explore the prison industrial complex, mass incarceration, the school-to-prison pipeline, the black prison movement, incarcerated women, restorative justice, prison abolition, and more. The evenings will include special guests, readings, live music, recorded music, poetry, and video. These discussions are open to anyone interested in ending the prison industrial complex and how music and art can be used as a powerful vehicle in that process.
Discussion and Performance Schedule:
Thursday, June 18 – Discussion 1: The Prison Industrial Complex: School-to-Prison Pipeline
Thursday, July 9 – Discussion 2: Mass Incarceration: Public Health Epidemic, Incarcerated Women, Families Affected by Incarceration
Thursday, August 13 – Discussion 3: Ending the Death Penalty, Restorative Justice, Prison Abolition
Friday, August 28 – Performance: The Marcus Shelby Ensemble with Excerpts fromBeyond the Blues: A Prison Oratorio
Beyond the Blues: A Prison Oratorio is commissioned by the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival and will premiere at the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival on September 27, 2015.

Learn more about Marcus Shelby here.
Stay connected with him on Facebook and Twitter.

Admission: $10 suggested donation per discussion and $20 suggested donation for performance. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Doors at 6:30pm. Show at 7:00pm. All ages welcome.
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Monica Fimbrez & Soul y Agua: Latin-Neo-Soul
2015-06-19 19:30 - 22:00
With influences of modern pop, R&B, Latin and folk, Monica Fimbrez’s Soul y Agua reflects her Californian roots mixed with traditional, earthly and modern sounds of Latin America. Her sound is both innovative and expressive of a world where cultures coexist, where fear is transformed by compassion, where we learn to truly love ourselves, and where we view the world from an empathetic and blissful state of mind.
Featuring:
Monica Fimbrez – lead vocals & guitars
Sergio Duran – percussion
(other musicians TBA)
More about Monica:
Monica Fimbrez is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist (guitarist, bassist, percussionist) and composer. She moved to San Francisco from her hometown of Lodi, CA, and graduated from San Francisco State University with a degree in vocal jazz and world music. She has been a member of various Bay Area bands such as Tarimba (son jarocho), Rumbaché (salsa & timba), Jesus Diaz y Su QBA (Cuban salsa/timba), The Hitsville Soul Sisters (motown), Santos Perdidos and Sol Tevél. Monica has also had the privilege of studying and performing with esteemed musicians including John Calloway, John Santos, Jesus Diaz, Michael Spiro, Sandy Perez, Anthony Blea, Andres Flores, Patricio Hidalgo and Liche Oseguera Rueda.
Catch up on the latest news with Monica here.
Admission: $10-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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True Life Trio & Honey Whiskey Trio: Riveting Vocal Harmonies
2015-06-20 19:30 - 22:00
The Red Poppy Art House is pleased to present True Life Trio and Honey Whiskey Trio together to explore captivating vocal harmonies and melodies.

True Life Trio (TLT) weaves sumptuous vocal harmonies and sultry rhythms from Eastern Europe, the Americas and beyond. This innovative trio explores the creative possibilities of cross-fertilization incorporating different traditions with unlikely timbres connecting Bulgaria to the Bayou. TLT’s improvisation-laced repertoire includes original songs and folk tunes from far-flung lands such as Macedonia, Louisiana, Albania, Ukraine, Mexico, Poland, Italy and Georgia, and features the powerful vocal talents of three dynamic performers whose musical collaboration was forged in Kitka Women’s Vocal Ensemble.
True Life Trio features:
Leslie Bonnett – vocals, fiddle, percussion
Briget Boyle – vocals, guitar, percussion
Juliana Graffagna – vocals, accordion, percussion
“True Life Trio has created a unique musical journey… each song is a small auditory work of art meant to be intently listened to.”
– Ginger Murray, SF Weekly
Catch True Life Trio on social media:
Facebook | YouTube | SoundCloud
The Honey Whiskey Trio explores harmony in folk, bluegrass and any melody that catches the ear. Through their powerful, yet sweet harmonies, body percussion, haunting melodies and vitality on stage, Honey Whiskey Trio captivates and moves audiences. Considered “one of the most talented vocal harmony groups performing today” by Harmony Sweepstakes executive producer John Neal, and ”one of the very best arrivals this year on my stage” by Bob Stane of The Coffee Gallery Backstage, Honey Whiskey Trio is a group you don’t want to miss live.
Honey Whiskey Trio features:
Courtney Gasque – vocals, mandolin, body percussion
Ann-Louise Thaiss – vocals, guitar, body percussion
Christina Wilson – vocals, washboard, body percussion

“Soaring harmonies, powerful voices and delightful delivery makes the Honey Whiskey Trio one of the most talented vocal harmony groups performing today.”
– John Neal, Harmony Sweepstakes Executive Producer
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Admission: $15-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Todd Sickafoose’s Tiny Resistors: Chamber Jazz & Post Rock
2015-06-26 19:30 - 22:00
The Red Poppy Art House is happy to present Todd Sickafoose’s Tiny Resistors. As Sickafoose’s collective band continues to evolve, this evening’s incarnation emphasizes the folk sounds underlying their jazz meets post-rock style by focusing on acoustic instruments.

Bassist/composer Todd Sickafoose makes music that is richly moving and imaginative, often played by long-time collaborators who share his breadth of vision and musical muscle. Along with Jenny Scheinman on violin, Rob Reich on accordion, Ben Goldberg on clarinet, and Allison Miller on drums, this group of musicians has performed with artists as diverse as Tin Hat, David Byrne, Andrew Bird, Dr. Lonnie Smith, and Bill Frisell.

Featuring:
Ben Goldberg ‒ clarinet
Jenny Scheinman ‒ violin
Rob Reich ‒ accordion
Allison Miller ‒ drums
Todd Sickafoose ‒ bass
Stay connected with Todd Sickafoose on Facebook and Twitter.
Admission: $15-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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"Make the Money" Dance for Rent Party - Poppy Benefit
2015-06-27 18:00 - 22:00
If you love the Poppy, this is the night to show up and throw down ‒ dance moves and cash, to help us make July’s rent! This is “The little Poppy that could” going up against a real estate market intent on driving us out. We need all your support to keep moving forward. It’s not just a space but a community. We’ll be spinning tunes from the North, South, East, and West; Salsa, Cumbia, N’Dombolo, Bhangra, Balkan, and favorites from the North American continent. Please come be a part of it!Come early for chill conversation and a salsa lesson.
Admission: $10-20
Time: 6pm-10pm
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Natalie Cressman & Mike Bono Duo: Indie Rock Meets Contemporary Jazz
2015-07-03 19:30 - 22:00
A collaborative duo since 2014, Natalie Cressman and Mike Bono have developed a repertoire of vibrant and intricate originals which incorporate a combination of genres, including indie rock and contemporary jazz.
Raised in an eclectic musical household, Natalie Cressman has continued to diversify and expand her musical universe throughout her musical career. Still in her early 20s, the trombonist/composer/vocalist has assimilated the full range of her sonic influences into a startlingly-mature and strikingly-original voice. Cressman’s sound melds the sophistication of contemporary jazz with captivating storytelling and intoxicating melodies reminiscent of indie rock’s most distinctive songwriters. Cressman has spent much of the last four years touring the jam band circuit with Phish’s Trey Anastasio, while also performing with jazz luminaries Nicholas Payton, Wycliffe Gordon, and Peter Apfelbaum.
Guitarist Mike Bono, now age 24, is a performer, educator, composer, and recording artist. He began his musical career at the age of 5, and at 18 he auditioned for Berklee College of Music and was the first guitarist in the school’s history to be awarded a Presidential Scholarship. While at school, Mike formed The Mike Bono Group, which released their debut record in September 2013, entitled, From Where You Are. In the last five years, Mike has had opportunities to perform with many including, Erykah Badu, Aloe Blacc, Chris Cheek, Dayna Stephens, and Julian Lage, to name a few.
Featuring:
Natalie Cressman – vocals, trombone
Mike Bono – guitar
“Natalie Cressman is, one might say, a chip off the old blocks. Like her father, Santana sideman Jeff Cressman, she plays trombone. Like her mother, jazz vocalist Sandy Cressman, she sings. She does both with aplomb on her debut CD, “Unfolding,” and wrote richly textured horn-section charts for herself, a trumpeter and a tenor saxophonist.”
— Lee Hildebrand, San Francisco Chronicle
“Mike Bono is one of my favorite guitarists on the scene today. His voice is deeply musical and unique. He is not only a great practitioner of the instrument, but also a gifted and creative composer. Can’t wait to hear where he takes us!”
— Julian Lage

Explore Natalie’s music on Facebook and on Bandcamp.
Stream the original compositions of The Mike Bono Group here.
Get a sneak preview of the duo’s collaborative tunes here and here.
Admission: $10-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Flamenco: Made in the USA?! An Evening of Flamenco Performance and Round-Table Discussion on Authenticity and Cultural Assimilation/Appropriation in Flamenco
2015-07-04 19:00 - 22:00
Hosted by Melissa Cruz, this round table discussion with panelists from diverse disciplines will delve into the world of assimilation and appropriation as it relates to flamenco. The evening will culminate in a post-talk performance by Melissa and Matiz Flamenco.

Is there room for an “American Style Flamenco” or will American flamenco artists continually seek authentication from Spain and Gypsies? As outsiders are we always limited to mimicry? Or can we assimilate without “disrespectful” appropriation? What is purity in an art form? For those interested in flamenco or other ethnic arts and have opinion and questions, this is your forum – audience participation is desirable!
Hosted and moderated by Melissa Cruz, a professional full-time flamenco dancer and instructor. Followed by a live ensemble performance by Matiz Flamenco, whose members come from diverse, non-Spanish and non-gypsy heritage.
Featuring:
Melissa Cruz – flamenco dancer
Matiz Flamenco – ensemble flamenco dance and music
Geoffrey Hawkins – guitarist
Pamela Martinez Meza – dancer
Yuli Norrish – singer/dancer
Melina Berkov-Rojas – singer/dancer
Panelists:
La Tania – flamenco dancer
Yaelisa – flamenco dancer
Nina Menendez – producer, Festival Flamenco Gitano
Kerensa DeMars – flamenco dancer/former company member, Fat Chance Belly Dance
Nanea Renteria – hula dancer

Learn more about Melissa Cruz here.
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Admission: $10-20. Doors at 6:30pm. Show at 7:00pm. All ages welcome.
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Gautam Tejas Ganeshan: New Music from an Old Tradition
2015-07-05 18:00 - 21:00
For a series of four performances by a Carnatic chamber orchestra, Gautam Tejas Ganeshan brings the first body of original songs in English reflecting both love and understanding of Carnatic music.

Gautam Tejas Ganeshan writes and sings music that reflects a tradition of intricate song forms, elaborate vocal improvisations, and the utmost sincerity of expression. He challenges listeners with his sincerity, depth, and affinity for tradition, in performances featuring extensive group improvisation in traditional chamber ensembles. Gautam has performed widely in the SF Bay Area since 2004, including at the SFMOMA, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, SFJAZZ, Palace of Fine Arts, Yoshi’s, Freight & Salvage, Brick & Mortar, and more. His performances give an intensely personal glimpse into the continued development of a highly cultured musical heritage.
Featuring:
(performers TBA)
Admission: $15-30. Doors at 5:30pm. Show at 6:00pm. All ages welcome.
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DOUBLE SHOW: Fared Shafinury: Thoughts of Sugar
2015-07-10 19:00 - 22:00
Fared Shafinury improvises with his voice and setar based on the Radif, the collection of Persian melodies and motifs handed down over generations. He has studied under some of Iran’s most influential masters of Persian classical music for many years. With skill and deep respect, he presents an interpretation of the art form both classically intact and uniquely his, pleasing purists as well as those unfamiliar with the ancient sound. Shafinury ventures off into new territories of Persian music by applying loops, delays, and various electronic effects to his setar, seamlessly shifting between Eastern and Western modes of melody, improvisation, and structure.
Fared encourages audiences to wear comfortable white pajama/yoga style pants.

For this show, we will not set up chairs and will have floor seating.

Admission: $20-25 ($20 advance)
Double Show! First show at 7pm (doors at 6:30pm). Second show at 8:30pm.
Advanced tickets: http://faredshafinuryrpah.bpt.me
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Sarah Cabral: A Contemporary Approach to Brazilian Classics
2015-07-11 19:30 - 22:00
The Red Poppy Art House is pleased to present Sarah Cabral with Alex Calatayud, Eva Scow and Mike Taylor on Saturday, July 11, 2015. Vocalist and songwriter Sarah Cabral shares in her debut EP a deep connection with Brazilian roots, showcasing contemporary and fresh rearrangements of Brazilian classics as well as original compositions by luminaries from the San Francisco Bay Area
From an in-your-face cover of Cobra Criada by the master João Bosco, to a dreamy original composition by Ian Faquini, Sarah’s music features many worlds in between. The project is assisted by the incredible talents of Alex Calatayud on percussions, Eva Scow on mandolin, Mike Taylor, Jeff Buenz and Ian Faquini on guitar, Nathan Guzman and Phil Thompson on drums, and Scott Thompson on bass.
Featuring:Sarah Cabral – vocalsAlex Calatayud – percussionsEva Scow – mandolinMike Taylor – guitarDiscover more about Sarah Cabral here.Get a feel for Cobra Criada here and Brazilian Beat here.
Admission: $15-25. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Jazz In The Neighborhood Presents: the George Brooks Trio: Bridging Jazz & Indian Classical Music
2015-07-12 19:00 - 21:00
The Red Poppy Art House warmly welcomes the George Brooks Trio featuring pianist Osam Ezzeldin and bassist Kai Eckhardt, presented through Jazz in the Neighborhood’s new monthly series at the Red Poppy.
George Brooks is a saxophonist and composer, acclaimed for successfully bridging the worlds of jazz and Indian classical music. He founded the seminal groups grounded in Indian music: Summit with Zakir Hussain, Bombay Jazz with Ronu Majumdar and Larry Coryell, the Raga Bop Trio with Steve Smith and Prasanna and Elements with Gwyneth Wentink and Kala Ramnath.
Raised in Germany and Liberia, Kai Eckhardt came to the USA in 1980 to study at the Berklee College of Music. Upon graduating Kai garnered world-wide recognition performing with the John McLaughlin Trio. The trio, consisting of Kai, John and Indian percussion phenomenon, Trilok Gurtu, recorded “Live at the Royal Festival Hall.” Kai, touring the world with McLaughlin’s trio and later with Trilok Gurtu’s outstanding ensembles, developed a remarkable facility with African and Indian rhythmic cycles. He combined these global rhythms with his love of funk and developed a unique slapping style simultaneously reminiscent of African kora and James Brown.
Osam Ezzeldin was born in Cairo, Egypt and grew up immersed in the music of North Africa. At the age of 18 he heard his first recording of jazz and his life immediately transformed. Osam embarked on a journey of self-directed jazz study and began a rapid rise to excellence, soon becoming indispensable to leading jazz musicians of North Africa. Osam’s love of the genre brought him to the US at the age of 21. His prodigious abilities at the keyboard soon brought him to the attention of the local musicians and he quickly became immersed in the professional world of Texas jazz, blues and R&B. Osam’s unique ability to blend contemporary jazz vocabulary with Arabic, Indian and Caribbean influences has led to performances with many luminaries of world music including Indian maestros Zakir Hussain, Niladri Kumar and Kala Ramnath and Turkish multi-instrumentalist Orhan Osman and the Turkophony Allstars, Uzbek percussionist Abbos Kasimov, as well as jazz stars Giovanni Hidalgo, Billy Cobham, Chuck Rainey, Kai Eckhardt and Dave Weckl.

Featuring:
George Brooks – saxophone
Kai Eckhardt – bass
Osam Ezzeldin – piano
More on Jazz in the Neighborhood:
The mission of Jazz in the Neighborhood is to celebrate and invigorate the Bay Area’s rich, musical jazz heritage by creating more opportunities for established local musicians to perform, mentor aspiring players, and share this great American art form with the community. Through collaboration with school music programs and adult big bands, the project enables top-caliber artists to push creative boundaries while helping developing musicians “learn on the bandstand” according to the great jazz tradition. Performances in neighborhood venues not only showcase the wealth of local talent, but also create regular destinations for people to enjoy rich cultural and social experiences where they live.

Admission: $20 general admission, $5 for students. Doors at 6:30pm. Show at 7:00pm. All ages welcome.

Advance tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/george-brooks-trio-feat-osam-ezzeldin-and-kai-eckhardt-tickets-17523115109

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Presented by Diaspora Arts Connection: Sehrang: Iranian Music with Jazz Sensibilities
2015-07-17 19:30 - 22:00
Presented by Diaspora Arts Connection, Sehrang uses the harmonies influenced by jazz, drawing inspiration from melodies Iran, Africa and South America Sehrang, meaning tri-colored in Farsi, is a trio comprised of three young Iranian musicians who share the same vision for making a new sound inspired by and rooted in their common culture. With Farsi lyrics both self-written and from modern Iranian poets such as Ahamd Shamloo, Sehrang’s repertoire consists of original compositions as well as new arrangements of Iranian folk and traditional songs. Nevertheless, the band leaves its musical signature in each and every piece. Sehrang released its first CD in February 2014 which has been well-received among international critics.

Featuring:
Golnar Shahyar ‒ vocals
Mahan Mirarab ‒ guitar, oud
Shayan Fathi ‒ percussion
“Sehrang Transcends Barriers” – All About Jazz, 2014
“Their musical landscape has a texture of Persian folk and classical — very rhythmic-based, emphasizing percussion and syncopation and featuring a vocal style that combines tribal chanting, scat singing, and tahrir (a type of an ornamental trill or a style of singing comparable to yodeling).”- JazzCorner, 2014.
All About Jazz magazine commented about Sehrang’s debut album “Dar Lahzeh”:
“For those who haven’t looked beyond American borders to see how jazz is interpreted in other nations Dar Lahze will be an enlightening experience. Free from any commercial constraints, Sehrang roam through various styles and tones; every track has its own personality and individual quirks.”
Get a feel for Sehrang’s music on Facebook and SoundCloud.
Admission: $20
Time: Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
Tickets: http://honarcs.com/sehrang/rpa
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Manuel & Artemisa and Alfredo Gomez: Sounds of Old Folk & Contemporary Mexican Music
2015-07-18 19:30 - 22:00
Artemisa and Manuel have been performing together since 2014, however their extensive background in music includes choral music, opera, blues and rock as their main influences. The duo was born in the search of dignifying the old Mexican way of making music. The heart of this project lies in those days in which our most profound and intimate feelings were translated into romantic music and lyrics that reflected our desire of love. A simple guitar and two voices in harmony is all they need to create and express.

Alfredo Gomez is a passionate composer from Mexico, where he developed his love for music. He takes the guitar in his hands as if it were his favorite muse, taking the audience in a very special and emotional trip to his dreams, reality, and thoughts. Alfredo has collaborated with various local artists in all kind of events around the Mission. He has two recordings titled Quien Es? and Del Fuego.
Featuring:
Artemisa – vocals
Manuel Trujillo – vocals, guitar
Alfredo Gomez – vocals, guitar
(guest musicians TBA)
Get a feel for Alfredo’s music here.
Admission: $10-15. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Citizens Jazz & Sang Matiz: A Night of Music Without Borders
2015-07-25 19:30 - 22:00
From classic jazz and blues to Afro-Brazilian/Peruvian rhythms, two Bay Area-based bands, Citizens Jazz and Sang Matiz join together for a special double bill at the Red Poppy Art House.

Citizens Jazz is a collective of some of the Bay Area’s most talented jazz musicians led by bassist Caroline Chung. Although all the musicians are trained and educated in jazz, their musical taste and influences cross all genres, span many continents and are expressed in various ways. Their repertoire ranges from classic jazz, bebop, swing, and blues to modern-day bossa nova, samba, rumba and Afro-Cuban. Caroline Chung is a long-time musician and activist in the Bay Area and can be seen performing all over with her many projects.
Featuring:
Caroline Chung – upright bass
Danny Brown – saxophone
Gaea Schell – piano
Matt Swindells – drums
Sang Matiz describes its style as urban Afro-Brazilian flamenco, though many other sounds blend into the colorful ensemble’s original music. The group began in early 2008, taking its name from sang, meaning ‘blood’ in French, and matiz, Spanish for ‘harmonious mixture’. In 2013, Sang Matiz released Ship It, the debut album which captures the energy of the group’s performances featuring mostly original songs. These compositions include influences of Afro-Peruvian and Afro-Brazilian sounds with flamenco, funk, reggae, ska, pop, and R&B. Along with its two founders – singer-songwriter Yuriza Jared and lead guitarist Eddie Cabezas – Sang Matiz features drummer Jesus Martinez and percussionists Alberto Rosetti, David De Semir, and Clark Seal.
Featuring:
Yuriza Jared – charango, guitar, quena, vocals
Eddie Cabezas – electric & acoustic guitar
Alberto Rosetti – surdos
David De Semir – repinique, snare
Clark Seal – congas, timba
Caroline Chung – electric bass
More on the Musicians:
Danny Brown, a professional jazz musician and composer since the young age of 14, brings the most authentic and beautiful sounds through his saxophones. He has been an integral part of the jazz music scene in the Bay Area and still thrives through his passionate sound and ideas. He has performed with everyone under the sun and has composed music for big bands as well as small combos while building a name as a musical prodigy.
Gaea Schell, a professional jazz pianist and vocalist, recently made her California debut as a twice-featured performer at the San Jose Jazz Festival and has been performing professionally and internationally for many years in diverse contexts. Known among her peers for swinging every note, subtle phrasing, and honest lyrical writing, this west coast-based pianist/composer/vocalist (also flutist) is a native of western Canada where she grew up playing music from an early age. Her experience includes everything from trio to quartet to orchestral performance.
Since relocating from Manchester, UK to San Francisco, Matt Swindells has been busy playing drums with various Bay Area artists covering an entire spectrum of musical genres. Some of Matt’s career highlights include two world tours as drummer for electronica pioneers Fila Brazillia and playing with Australian multi-instrumentalist James Morrison at the Royal Albert Hall in London. Matt has also made several live and pre-recorded television and radio appearances with Fila Brazillia in many different countries including UK, Canada, Ireland, Japan, Turkey, Czech Republic, Holland and Spain.

Learn more about Sang Matiz on ReverbNation.
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Admission: $12-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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Chuck MacKinnon Sextet: Contemporary Straight-Ahead Jazz
2015-07-30 19:30 - 22:00
Chuck MacKinnon Sextet is a continuation of the work MacKinnon started in New York City under the name “The Mactet,” with which he recorded a CD of mostly original compositions. In preparation for the Sextet’s upcoming album, Covers and Contrafacts, MacKinnon has decided to showcase his arrangements and remake compositions by famous jazz and pop composers. It is with his recent work that MacKinnon has returned to his acoustic jazz roots with hard-hitting arrangements for a 3-horn front line.

Featuring:
Chuck MacKinnon – trumpet, flugelhorn, arrangements
David Valdez – alto saxophone
Kenny Brooks – tenor saxophone
Matt Clark – piano
Peter Barshay – bass
Bryan Bowman – drums
Paul Blair deemed The Mactet’s CD New Transmission:
“One of the best releases of 2008” – Hot House Jazz Guide

Admission: $15-20. Doors at 7:00pm. Show at 7:30pm. All ages welcome.
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