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Scullers Jazz Club • DoubleTree by Hilton • 400 Soldiers Field Road • Boston, MA 02134
Reservations & Information:Call 617-562-4111 or email: info@scullersjazz.
com www.ticketweb.com / www.scullersjazz.com
All Tickets and Dinner & Show Packages are non-refundable and non-transferable.There is a $3 service charge per ticket.
Show times: Tue-Sat, 8pm & 10pm
Suns, 4pm & 7pm(Unless otherwise noted)
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Wed, June 5Show: $38, Dinner & Show: $78, 8pm & 10pm
AN EVENING with OTTMAR LIEBERT & LUNA NEGRA
German born guitarist, Ottmar Liebert has traveled Europe and Asia absorbing every musical tradition he encountered. Liebert has since become one of the most successful instrumental artists of the past decade, thrilling audiences throughout the world and releasing a catalog of classic recordings
Thu-Fri, June 6-7Show: $30, Dinner & Show: $70, 8pm & 10pm
PONCHO SANCHEZ and his LATIN JAZZ BAND
For more than three decades as both a leader and a sideman, conguero Poncho Sanchez has stirred up a fiery stew of melodies and rhythms from a variety of Latin American and South American sources. “At any given show, on any given record, fragments of Latin jazz, swing, bebop, salsa and other infectious grooves collide and churn in a fiery swirl, with results that are no less than dazzling.”
Wed, June 12Show: $20, Dinner & Show: $60, 8pm
MARISSA LICATA27 year old Boston and New York based violinist, Marissa Licata, is a star powerhouse soloist. Her electrifying passion and vibrant
presence have been featured on international and world-renowned stages playing Rock, Pop, Klezmer, Middle Eastern, R&B, Latin, Classical and Jazz, performing with a stylish ease and unique elegance all her own.
Thu, June 13Show $25 Dinner Show $65, 8pm & 10pm
TERRI LYNE CARRINGTONCD Release Money Jungle: Provocative in Blue marks 50th anniversary of release of historic Ellington-Mingus-Roach recording.
Grammy Award-winning jazz drummer, composer, record producer and entrepreneur. PAYS HOMAGE TO DUKE ELLINGTON’S MONEY JUNGLE
Fri, June 14Show: $25, Dinner & Show: $65, 8pm & 10pm
CYRUS CHESTNUT TRIOContinually touring with his trio, playing at jazz festivals around the world as well as clubs and concert halls, Chestnut manages to create unique and unforgettable recordings.
Wed, June 19Show: $25, Dinner & Show: $65, 8pm & 10pm
ERIC ALEXANDER & HAROLD MABERN QUARTETNEW CD “TOUCHING” published February 2013The Eric Alexander Quartet features the legendary pianist Harold Mabern, drummer Joe Farnsworth, and bassists John Webber and Nat
Reeves. The quartet has toured extensively around the world and has released seven recordings on the Milestone and Alfa (Japan) labels.
Thu, June 20Show: $25, Dinner & Show: $65, 8pm & 10pm
RAVI COLTRANE QUARTETPraised for his music’s “elusive beauty” (DownBeat), and for his “style informed by tradition but not encumbered by it” (Philadelphia City Paper), saxophonist Ravi Coltrane takes a bold step in his creative journey with Spirit Fiction, his Blue Note Records debut.
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Fri, June 21Show: $25, Dinner & Show: $65, 8pm & 10pm
JAMES CARTER ORGAN TRIOJames Carter is a powerhouse musician and one of the most
admired saxophonists of his generation, garnering plaudits for his role in helping to propel jazz full tilt into the future over the past twenty-five years. His music is fueled by deep respect and intimate knowledge of the jazz tradition.
Sat, June 22Show: $25, Dinner & Show: $65, 8pm & 10pm
ANDRE WARDSmooth Jazz’s top saxophonist is changing the atmosphere by fusing the elements of traditional Jazz, R ‘n’ B, Funk, Hip-Hop and Pop into an explosive sound that is incomparable. A master of the soprano, alto and tenor saxophone, flute and EWI
(electronic wind instrument), the multi-dimensional musician is reinventing the genre with the release of his new album, CAUTION.
Wed, June 26Show: $20, Dinner & Show: $60, 8pm
LOUISE VAN AARSENHaving premiered her debut album Destiny to a sold out crowd here at Scullers, Louise Van Aarsen is back with her universal appeal in a fresh, eclectic mix of jazz, Latin, classical, pop and fusion.
Thu, June 27Show $22, Dinner Show $62, 8pm
JESSY JNew Cd JESSY JWith her sizzling mix of hot beats, Latin and samba rhythms, instantly
captivating melodies, and model looks, this Mexican American saxophonist/singer proved quite the sensation with her debut CD Tequila Moon.
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Fri-Sat, June 28-29Show: $30, Dinner & Show: $70, 8pm & 10pm
DIANE SCHUURGrammy Award-winning vocalist and pianist Diane Schuur inspires rave reviews across the globe as the new first lady of jazz. Known to personify
the composer’s intentions of the Great American Songbook, Schuur swings with heartfelt intensity.
Absolutely Live Entertainment in association with Scullers Jazz Club present
JOHN McLAUGHLIN& THE 4TH DIMENSION
SAT., JUNE 22 8PMBERKLEE
PERFORMANCE CENTER136 Mass Ave Boston
Tickets: Berklee Box Office,www.berklee.edu/BPC or 617-747-2261
Gary Husband, keyboards & drums
Etienne MBappe, bassRanjit Barot, drums
New CD "Now Hear This"
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HIGHLIGHTS
JULYWed, 24
DAN GABLEThu, 25
MARK MORGANELLIFri-Sat, 26-27MANHATTANS
Scullers Jazz Club will be closed July 1 – 23
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SEPTEMBERFri-Sat, 27-28
GARY BURTON
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Wed, April 3Show: $25, Dinner & Show: $65, 8pm & 10pm
STEVE SMITH and VITAL INFORMATIONNow approaching their 30th year of touring and recording since their
initial 1983 release, Steve Smith and Vital Information has become a formidable jazz/fusion juggernaut whose longevity surpasses every major fusion group.
Thu, April 4Show: $30, Dinner & Show: $70, 8pm
BRIAN BROMBERG and COMPARED TO THAT BAND with special guest RANDY BRECKERBrian Bromberg is a World Renowned
Jazz Bassist and record producer who performs on both electric and acoustic instruments. Trumpeter Randy Brecker has been shaping the sound of Jazz, R&B and Rock for more than four decades.
Wed, April 10Show: $25, Dinner & Show: $65, 8pm & 10PM
JAMES MONTGOMERY with special guests THE UPTOWN HORNS
Official CD Release – From Detroit to the DeltaAfter years in the making the James Montgomery Band’s first CD in ten years, “From Detroit To The Delta” is finally here and there has been talk that it may be nominated for a Grammy. The CD has many guest musicians including members of Aerosmith, Johnny Winter, James Cotton, DMC from the band Run DMC and others.
Wed, May 1Show: $ 22, Dinner & Show: $62, 8pm
ED REEDThough relatively new to the jazz scene, 82 year old jazz singer Ed Reed has already met national acclaim in just 4 short years. Since the release of his debut album, he has appeared at a number of the
world’s most prominent jazz venues. Coming to terms with the pain and sadness in life has been a key to Reed’s recovery and one that he imparts to others, both in his health lectures and now in the songs on his 2011 release “Born to Be Blue.”
Thu, May 2Show: $20, Dinner & Show: $60, 8pm
MICHELLE WILSONKnown to blues lovers around the world as “Evil Gal” and acknowledged by aficionados of Jazz and Blues
as a passionate and gifted performer, bandleader and songwriter, Michelle Wilson has recorded 4 critically acclaimed albums.
Fri-Sat, May 3-4Show: $30, Dinner & Show: $70, 8pm & 10pm
CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE and
INSIDE STRAIGHT3 time Grammy Award-winner as well as composer, arranger, educator, curator, administrator and Bassist extraordinaire, Christian McBride, has been one of the most important and most omnipresent figures in the jazz world for 20 years making it hard to believe considering he’s recently just turned 40!
Thu-Fri, April 11-12Show: $30, Dinner & Show: $70, 8pm & 10pm
KEIKO MATSUIKeiko Matsui is a Japanese smooth jazz/jazz
fusion/new age/ keyboardist and composer whose career spans three decades, during which time she has released twenty CDs and has received international acclaim.
Sat-Sun, April 13-14Show: $40, Dinner & Show: $80, Sat: 8pm & 10pm, Sun: 4pm & 7pm
HIROMI THE TRIO PROJECTNew CD “MOVE” published in September 2012“One of jazz piano’s most brazenly virtuosic players.” — JazzTimesWith electric bass master Anthony Jackson
and British drummer Simon Phillips.
Wed, April 17Show: $30, Dinner & Show: $70, 8pm & 10pm
JEFF LORBER FUSIONA unique instrumental sound bringing
together elements of funk, R&B, rock and electric jazz, legendary keyboardist Jeff Lorber helped pioneer the music genre now formatted under such names as NAC and smooth jazz.
Thu, April 18Show: $25, Dinner & Show: $65, 8pm & 10pm
MARC ANTOINESmooth jazz/jazz fusion guitarist Marc Antoine first came to the public eye in the late 1980s playing with Basia. His Roma gypsy-influenced style has topped the contemporary
jazz and Billboard charts with hits including “Cruisin’”, “Sunland” and “Madrid”. His collaborations have been many, including Sting, Celine Dion, Rod Stewart, Cher, and George Benson – who calls Antoine ‘one of his favorite guitarists’.
Fri-Sat, April 19-20Show: $40, Dinner & Show: $80, 8pm & 10pm
JANE MONHEITJazz vocalist Jane Monheit celebrates the tenth anniversary of her remarkable
recording career with her most mature and heartfelt album yet. Home is a collection of standards that represents a passionate return to her roots as a jazz musician.
Wed, April 24Show: $25, Dinner & Show: $65, 8pm
RUDRESH MAHANTHOPPAGuggenheim fellow and 2012 Downbeat International Critics Poll Alto Saxophonist of the
Year, Rudresh Mahanthappa is one of the most innovative composers and performers in jazz today, fusing the musical culture of his Indian ancestry and jazz with myriad other influences to create a groundbreaking artistic vision.
Thu, April 25Show: $30, Dinner & Show: $70, 8pm & 10pm
HIROSHIMA
Hiroshima is an American jazz fusion/smooth jazz band formed in 1974 by Sansei Japanese American Dan Kuramoto, Peter Hata, June Kuramoto, Johnny Mori, Dave Iwataki and Danny Yamamoto. The band integrates traditional Japanese instruments into their musical blend and has generally been both commercial and creative within its genre.
Thu-Fri, May 23-24Show: $35, Dinner & Show: $75, 8pm & 10pm
ROY HAYNES FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH BANDHaynes is among the most recorded drummers in
jazz. In a career lasting more than 60 years he has played in a wide range of styles ranging from swing and bebop to jazz fusion and avant-garde jazz as well as having a highly expressive and personal style. His most recent recordings as a leader are “Fountain of Youth” and “Whereas” both of which have been nominated for a Grammy Award.
Tues-Wed, May 28-29, 2013Show: $35, Dinner & Show: $75, 8pm & 10pm
LEE RITENOURNew CD “Rhythm Sessions”Lee Ritenour is an American jazz guitarist who has recorded over 42 albums, appeared on over 3000 sessions, and has charted over 30 instrumental and vocal contemporary jazz hits since 1976
Thu, May 30Show: $30, Dinner & Show: $70, 8pm & 10pm
JEFF PITCHELL with special guest JOHNNY A and TEXAS FLOODInternationally acclaimed dynamic singer, songwriter, guitarist, and actor, Jeff Pitchell
achieved national recognition when his last CD, Heavy Hitter reached #7 on the Billboard Charts, selling more CDs than Delbert McClinton, Robert Cray, Etta James, Johnny Lee Hooker & Muddy Waters. Tonight Jeff is joined by special guest guitarist Johnny A who was nominated as Blues Artist of the Year 2012 Boston Music Awards.
May 31-June 1Show: $38, Dinner & Show: $78, 8pm & 10pm
BOBBY CALDWELLFrom blue-eyed soul to pop, R&B and standards singer/songwriter, Bobby Caldwell is truly one of the most respected members of the music
industry. Drawing from his vast repertoire of rousing R&B, intimate smooth jazz stylings, and big band songs, Bobby has the ability to entertain at any venue, for fans of all ages.
Wed, May 8Show: $22, Dinner & Show: $62, 8pm
STEVE MARCH TORMESon of the legendary Mel Torme, Steve March Torme is the classic crooner with a contemporary edge. His latest album “inside/out” features entirely original music rooted more in his pop underpinnings than his previous jazz recordings.
Thu-Fri, May 9-10Show: $38, Dinner & Show: $78, 8pm & 10pm
FOURPLAY Featuring Bob James, Chuck Loeb, Harvey Mason and Nathan East
New CD “Esprit De Four”For two decades, the contemporary jazz quartet known as Fourplay has enjoyed consistent artistic and commercial success, grafting elements of R&B, pop and a variety of other sounds to their unwavering jazz foundations, exploring the limitless dimensions and permutations of jazz while at the same time appealing to a broad mainstream audience.
Sat, May 11Show: $30, Dinner & Show: $70, 8pm & 10pm
Greg Abate Quartet with special guest PHIL WOODSGreg Abate’s latest release features saxophone legend, Phil Woods.“One of the finest saxophone albums of the
year is The Greg Abate Quintet, Featuring Phil Woods” - JazzWax.com
Wed, May 15Show: $20, Dinner & Show: $60, 8pm
JOHN STEIN CD Release- Bing Bang Boom! John’s newest recording was released in February 2013 by Whaling City Sound. The new recording features Jake Sherman on piano, Hammond organ
and Fender Rhodes; John Lockwood on bass; and Zé Eduardo Nazario on drums, along with John’s guitar, and is the latest installment in John’s series of quartet releases.
Thu, May 16Show: $20, Dinner & Show: $60, 8pm
Nicky Schrire QuartetNicky Schrire is a South African vocalist and composer based in New York City.
Praised by All About Jazz for her “warm and supple instrument that serves as a dispensary of emotional power,” her 2012 debut album was released to critical acclaim.
Fri, May 17Show: $35, Dinner & Show: $75, 8pm
RONNIE EARL & THE BROADCASTERSOne of the finest blues guitarists
to emerge during the ‘80s, Ronnie Earl often straddled the line between blues and jazz, throwing in touches of soul and rock as well. His backing band the Broadcasters became one of the more respected working units in contemporary blues.
Sat, May 18Show: $35, Dinner & Show: $75, 8pm & 10pm
JIM HALL TRIO“Jim Hall is the reigning master of the jazz guitar. This poetic player says more with fewer notes than any living improviser.” — The New Yorker
“Listening is still the key.” — Jim Hall
Wed, May 22Show: $26, Dinner & Show: $66, 8pm
DERIC DYERHaving made his biggest break playing saxophone for Tina Turner’s “Break Every Rule
World Tour” in 1987, Deric Dyer has traveled the world performing and showcasing his talents. Deric’s focus for the last few years has been showcasing his talent and his band in New England.
Fri, April 26Show: $30, Dinner & Show: $70, 8pm & 10pm
MONTY ALEXANDER Harlem - Kingston ExpressThe Harlem-Kingston Express (evoking not only the combination of the two cities but also the high-powered excitement the band brings to the stage) is essentially two groups in one: a jazz group and a reggae group, with Alexander straddling the two on piano. Monty Alexander received the prestigious ‘Luminary Award’ at the Caribbean American Heritage Award gala in Washington DC on November 16, 2012. Live broadcast with Eric Jackson 89.7 WGBH 10pm show
Sat, April 27Show: $25, Dinner & Show: $65, 8pm & 10pm
REBECCA PARRIS with special guest Mike Turk on Jazz Harmonica“Rebecca Parris continues an integral and important vein in jazz music, that of supreme interpreter. She channels the spirit of those great vocalists she has known and projects that spirit,
with hers, into the future.” – C. Michael Bailey – allaboutjazz.com
Introducing The Rooftop TerraceFor information contact: Rita Rufo [email protected] or call 617-562-4153