The Equinox Quintet Featuring Jeremy Davis - Savannah, GA
November 8, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Art & Entertainment, Coastal Happenings, Georgia, Music, Savannah
| November 23, 2008 | ||
| 5:00 pm |
Equinox Jazz, featuring Saxophonist Jeremy Davis is an organization that exposes this region to our state’s contribution to “America’s most original art form.” Equinox hosts concerts that are tremendously entertaining for listeners young and old. It’s also a voyage into the history of our music heritage.
For this very special event on Sunday November 23rd at 5:00 pm, tenor-man Jeremy Davis is joined by Savannah musicians:
Rick Lollar (guitar)
Dave Potter (drums)
Will Goble (bass)
Clay Johnson (trombone and vocals)
Jeremy Davis (Saxophone)
Jeremy Davis relocated to Savannah in September of 2005. As the leader of the 20 piece Equinox Jazz Orchestra, Jeremy has headlined theaters, festivals and music venues all across the Country. Jeremy’s work as the President of the Friends of Johnny Mercer allows him to pursue his passion for the great American songbook, tradition jazz standards and jazz education.
He has shared the stage with artist ranging from David Sanborn, Ellis Marsalis, Bill Watrous, Carl Fontana, Fred Wesley and Harry Waters to George Clinton, Govt Mule, Col. Bruce Hampton, Derek Trucks and many more. Heavily influenced by Art Pepper, Sonny Rollins, Stan Getz, Stanley Turrentine, Jimmy Smith and Miles Davis his Equinox Jazz small combos have been equally well received in Savannah and up and down the East Coast.
For More Information: www.coastal-jazz.org or call 912.675.5419.
The concert will be held on Sunday, November 23rd at 5 pm at Four Points by Sheraton Historic Savannah - 520 West Bryan Street. (Bryan & MLK). The concert is free for Coastal Jazz Association members and $10 for non-members. Attendees who join CJA while at the concert will also be admitted for free.
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Rhythm in Blue - Savannah, GA
November 5, 2008 by etalentino
Filed under Attractions, Coastal Happenings, Georgia, Music, Savannah
| November 13, 2008 | ||
| 11:00 am |
US Air Force Reserve Jazz Combo will present a free concert, Rhythm In Blue at the Jewish Educational Alliance on Thursday, November 13th at 1:30 p.m. as part of a community celebration of the U.S. Armed Forces and to honor our country’s Veterans. Don’t miss it!
The afternoon of jazz is free and open to the public and is being sponsored by the Jewish Educational Alliance, the Coastal Jazz Association of Savannah and MorningStar Cultural Arts.
US Air Force Reserve Jazz Combo performs a wide variety of jazz music from traditional classics to contemporary, sizzling Latin to Motown. This versatile group has entertained tens-of-thousands of audiences at numerous festivals, schools, and military events throughout the Southeast region. Wherever they perform, they are met with excitement and enthusiasm! The concert features an afternoon of music which honors our soldiers, past and present.
The Band of the U.S. Air Force Reserve is one of the finest musical organizations in the Southeastern United States. The band travels in excess of 100,000 miles per year performing more than 500 concerts extensively throughout their primary geographic area of Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, Alabama and Mississippi. The band has also performed in many overseas locations to include Russia, Italy, Turkey, Portugal, Antigua, Panama, Germany, Australia and the Caribbean.
For more information go to www.coastal-jazz.org or call 912-355-8111.
Ritz Jazz’n Jam Every First Saturday of the Month
October 25, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Coastal Happenings, Florida, Jacksonville, Music
| November 1, 2008 | ||
| 8:00 pm |
An evening of jazz flavors, smooth sounds and cool people hosted by “Jazz Man” Na’im Rashid. It’s an experience of relaxing music, beverages and a unique atmosphere. Na’im and the Jazz Band welcomes you to bring your instrument or vocals and Jam with the band. Or just bring your “Ear on Jazz”! Admission is $10.00 at the door!
www.ritzlavilla.com
Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum
Florida Coastal Companion Weekly 4108
October 9, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Coastal Companion Weekly, Florida, Video Podcasts
Weekly show from Coastal Companion about upcoming events on the coast of Northeast Florida. Highlighting
the Greek Festival St Augustine, Florida,
the Amelia Island Jazz festival and
Fall Pumpkin Tour at Bed and Breakfasts in Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island.
Little River Shrimp and Jazz Fest, South Carolina
October 6, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Coastal Happenings, Food, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
| October 11, 2008 | to | October 12, 2008 |
Little River Shrimp and Jazz Fest + October 11th & 12th, 2008
Held annually on Columbus Day Weekend, the Shrimp and Jazz Fest is quickly becoming the attraction of the year in Little River! Located on the historic waterfront in beautiful Little River, SC this festival provides a family oriented party that is fun for all ages. Entertaiment includes arts and crafts vendors, live Jazz music all day and, back by popular demand, the famous Shrimp Cookoff!
843-249-6604
www.shrimpandjazzfest.org
The 27th Savannah Jazz Festival, September 20 - 28, 2008
The nine-day Savannah Jazz Festival is one of the largest and most popular of the free Savannah festivals. It returns to Savannah for the 27th time and takes place Sept 20th -28th.
The Savannah Jazz Festival, celebrates jazz offers all types of jazz, from Dixieland, traditional swing, straight-ahead and bop to melodic standards, and funky down-home “gutbucket” blues.
Celebration of Hope, kicks off the festival on Saturday night (Sept 20). It is a Jazz Concert-Wine Tasting event to raise money for the Backus Children’s Hospital. Ticket Required. Call: 912-350-8194 for more information.
The Jazz Trio is headlining this evening.
Savannah Jazz festival features the best in international, national, regional and local jazz talent. The 2008 festival will feature;
Interview with Les DeMerle, Amelia Island Jazz Festival founder
September 28, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Amelia - Fernandina, Featured, Florida, Music, Video Podcasts
We met with Les DeMerle, the founder of the Amelia Island Jazz Festival, to speak about the upcoming event. This video was recorded during a Preview Benefit Concert at the Historic Palace Saloon in Fernandina on Amelia Island. The Amelia Jazz Festival takes place on October 5-12, 2008.
Jazz under the Oaks - Myrtle Beach, SC
September 27, 2008 by etalentino
Filed under Art & Entertainment, Coastal Happenings, Festivals, Music, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
| September 28, 2008 | ||
| 7:00 pm |
Join us for an afternoon of jazz with David Duckwork, one of the South’s foremost pianists followed by Brazilian singer/composer Duda Lucena. This is a great family event, starts at 4 pm at Litchfield Plantation under the Oaks.
4:00 PM
Litchfield Plantation Under the Oaks
843-237-4774
www.pawleysmusic.com/
Blue Monday Jazz & Wine Concert - Amelia Island, FL
August 20, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Amelia - Fernandina, Featured, Florida, Music
Get ready for the Amelia Island Jazz Festival with a tribute to the music of Nat “King” Cole by Les de Merle Band. Blue Monday Jazz & Wine Concert takes place on Monday August 25th at 7 pm at Intercoastal Wine Company in historic downtown Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island, FL. Seating is limited, so make sure to get your tickets early.
The dynamic Les de Merle Band with Bonnie Eisele & Special Guests performs at Intercoastal Wine Co, 10 N. 2nd Street, Fernandina Beach
904-321-1300.
Tickets are also available at the UPS Store on Sadler Road. For more information, visit www.ameliaislandjazzfestival.com
The Make Music Jazz Series - Myrtle Beach, SC
August 18, 2008 by Susanne
Filed under Attractions, Beaches, Coastal Happenings, Music, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
| August 21, 2008 | ||
| 6:00 pm | to | 9:00 pm |
Free live music directly across from Giada’s Cafe and Restaurant, located in St. James Square, one block south of 38th Ave and Grissom Parkway. Limited seating. Lawn chairs and picnics welcome.
Giada’s Cafe and Restaurant in St. James Square. Call 843-692-9662 x28
