Venissa Santi at Camaradas El Barrio Bar and Restaurant
What do legendary radio show host and jazz expert, Bob Parlocha, Latin music icon Ruben Blades and renowned promoter, Dick Le Palm have in common? They unanimously agree that Cuban American singer-songwriter Venissa Santi is a name to watch. As Raul D’ Gama of Latin Jazz Network wrote, “She joins the likes of Billie Holiday, Abbey Lincoln, Sheila Jordan, Elis, Rosa, Celia, Flora Purim and fewer others than can be counted on the fingers of a hand – as the highest practitioners of the art of vocal music.”
Saturday, August 8th Venissa and her trio will perform at CAMARADAS EL BARRIO BAR & RESTAURANT, a self-described worker’s public house. True to it’s working-class roots, CAMARADAS celebrates the spirit of the unsung hero; factory workers & laborers whose work ethic, sweat, and ability make New York City one of the leading industrial and financial centers in the world. Camaradas has become a regular destination for those who are seeking quality entertainment in New York City. Joining Venissa will be pianist, Elio Villafranca, bassist, Yunior Terry and drummer, Francois Zayas.
CAMARADAS EL BARRIO BAR & RESTAURANT
2241 First Avenue (at 115th Street)
New York, NY 10029
Phone: (212) 348-2703
Email: info@camaradaselbarrio.com
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Venissa Santi returns to New York City
Venissa Santi performs at UPTOWN LOUNGE at MINTON’S PLAYHOUSE
206-210 West 118th Street
New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 864-8346
www.mintonsuptown.com
What do legendary radio show host and jazz expert, Bob Parlocha, Latin music icon Ruben Blades and renowned promoter, Dick Le Palm have in common? They unanimously agree that Cuban American singer-songwriter Venissa Santi is a name to watch. As Raul D’ Gama of Latin Jazz Network wrote, “She joins the likes of Billie Holiday, Abbey Lincoln, Sheila Jordan, Elis, Rosa, Celia, Flora Purim and fewer others than can be counted on the fingers of a hand – as the highest practitioners of the art of vocal music.”
On SATURDAY, AUGUST 22nd
UPTOWN LOUNGE AT HISTORIC MINTON’S PLAYHOUSE.
Minton’s is famous for its role in the development of modern jazz, also known as bebop, where in its jam sessions in the early 1940s, Thelonious Monk, Kenny Clarke, Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie, pioneered the new music. Minton’s thrived for three decades until its decline near the end of the 1960s, and its eventual closing in 1974. The newly remodeled club reopened its doors on May 19, 2006, under the name Uptown.Joining Venissa will be pianist Robert Rodriguez, bassist Yunior Terry and drummer Francois Zayas. We invite you to join Venissa as she celebrates the release of her debut recording, BIENVENIDA on Sunnyside Records.
Contact: Venissa Santi: vsanti@verizon.net
Contact: Tomas Peña: delapena2911@aol.com
206-210 West 118th Street
New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 864-8346
www.mintonsuptown.com
What do legendary radio show host and jazz expert, Bob Parlocha, Latin music icon Ruben Blades and renowned promoter, Dick Le Palm have in common? They unanimously agree that Cuban American singer-songwriter Venissa Santi is a name to watch. As Raul D’ Gama of Latin Jazz Network wrote, “She joins the likes of Billie Holiday, Abbey Lincoln, Sheila Jordan, Elis, Rosa, Celia, Flora Purim and fewer others than can be counted on the fingers of a hand – as the highest practitioners of the art of vocal music.”
On SATURDAY, AUGUST 22nd
UPTOWN LOUNGE AT HISTORIC MINTON’S PLAYHOUSE.
Minton’s is famous for its role in the development of modern jazz, also known as bebop, where in its jam sessions in the early 1940s, Thelonious Monk, Kenny Clarke, Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie, pioneered the new music. Minton’s thrived for three decades until its decline near the end of the 1960s, and its eventual closing in 1974. The newly remodeled club reopened its doors on May 19, 2006, under the name Uptown.Joining Venissa will be pianist Robert Rodriguez, bassist Yunior Terry and drummer Francois Zayas. We invite you to join Venissa as she celebrates the release of her debut recording, BIENVENIDA on Sunnyside Records.
Contact: Venissa Santi: vsanti@verizon.net
Contact: Tomas Peña: delapena2911@aol.com
Tribute to Ray Barretto
Creole Restaurant and Music Supper Club
2167 Third Avenue (N.E. corner 118th St.)
New York, New York
10035
NEW YORK - Creole Restaurant and Music Supper Club continues to raise artistic and showcase standards while invigorating the Harlem Jazz scene, and proudly presenting the Latin Jazz Legacy Series - featuring top stars on the Latin Jazz scene - Fridays and Saturdays in July and August, Showtimes 8:00pm & 10:00pm at Creole, 2167 Third Avenue, Corner of 118th Street, NY, NY 10035. (212) 876-8838.
August 21st & 22nd at 8:00pm & 10:00pm
TRIBUTE TO RAY BARRETTO
Featuring the super-talented artists:
Special Guest Steve Turre (trombone),
Chembo Corniel (conga),
Vince Cherico (drums),
Boris Kozlov (bass),
Peter Branin (saxophones),
John Di Martino (pianist, musical director)
- Paying homage to the Grammy winning Latin jazz giant Ray Barretto - often called "the godfather of Latin jazz," these accomplished musicians infuse new energy into his big sound.
Creole http://www.creolenyc.com/ is known for its bright management, quality food and music and for bringing Jazz, Latin Jazz and R&B back uptown. Located in the heart of East Harlem, its ambiance is reminiscent of the nostalgic era of jazz supper clubs that spawned careers of countless jazz and blues artists who went on to make history. At Creole, one is immediately comforted by warmth and hospitality, as well as international cuisine, which features dishes such as blackened spice catfish, sweet potato beignets, and 20 variations of classic gumbo. Proprietor Kevin Walters prides himself on this unique environment that marries art, music, culture, entertainment, food and a sense of community in one location.
RESERVATIONS STRONGLY SUGGESTED.
Tickets available at the door.
$15.00 Music Charge.
Showtimes 8:00pm & 10:00pm.
For reservations call: 212-876-8838.
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