Monthly Archives: May 2008

“Four Sides Of Bob Dylan” Every year around his birthday, we honor this prodigious songwriter/performer with a tribute to his music

This year we feature 4 distinct approaches to his work: the flying fingers & feet of bluesman extraordinaire Steve White, the sincere craftsmanship of songwriter Dave Howard, the Baez-like vocal purity of Deborah Liv Johnson, & the authenticity of an … Continue reading

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This year Miles Davis’ birthday falls on Memorial Day. In honor of the enduring legacy of Miles & his music, the San Diego jazz community & dizzy’s present a FREE afternoon of tribute performances

The Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Vince Greco, is a 20 piece big band comprised of the most gifted & talented young musicians (ages 14 – 19) from across San Diego county. The ESP Quintet has been performing together … Continue reading

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The San Diego Youth Symphony Stage Band – a 20 piece big band comprised of talented young musicians from the San Diego Youth Symphony

under the direction of Carl Hammond 6PM -$10 cover ***SPECIAL EVENT***

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Fred Benedetti & George Svoboda

Two classically trained guitar virtuosos mix in equal parts flamenco, Eastern European folk, jazz improvisation, & humorous banter to create an entertaining evening 8PM – $10 cover

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Real back porch blues from the knock-down, drag-out, fisticuffs, jug-smashin’, suitcase-stompin’ duo known as Nathan James (guitar/vocals) & Ben Hernandez (vocals/harmonica/jug/washtub bass)

with special guest gifted young rhythm & blues vocalist Olivia Pierson 8PM – $10 cover

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“Straight Jackets” perform a tribute to the music of The Yellowjackets

mainstays Bob Mintzer & Russell Ferrante – featuring Barnaby Finch keys, Paul Carman saxophone, Bill Saitta bass, & Jeff Olsen drums 8PM – $10 cover

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With their grooving “Standards” CD in tow – The 18 member ORQUESTA BINACIONAL DE MAMBO

under the direction of trumpeter Bill Caballero, is guaranteed to Prez your Prado & Tito your Puente. Bring your dancing shoes! 8PM – $15 cover ($10 students)

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CD Release for “Yesterday, Today, Forever . . .

Music” by vocalist Dayna Carroll with Sue Palmer piano, Peter Harrison guitar, Sharon Shufelt bass, & multi-instrumentalist Scott Paulson 8PM – $20 cover

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Brooklyn-based bass maven Chris Tarry brings his tight quintet West for an evening of inventive original jazz

featuring Dan Weiss drums, Henry Hey piano, & Pete McCann guitar 7:30PM – $10 cover

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In honor of Mother’s Day, “Her Own Sweet Voice . . .”

an evening of women performing songs written by women, featuring Barbara Nesbitt, Lisa Sanders, Randi Driscoll, Peggy Lebo, Anna Troy, Lauren Schulz, & Jamie 8PM – $20 cover

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