Bring your dancing shoes!

After this week's Jazz Culture and Dance class, THE STOLEN SWEETS from Portland, Oregon will be playing at Dance Quarter for social dancing until midnight and possibly later. It sounds like a not to miss opportunity!

"Comprised of vocalists Jen Bernard, Lara Michell, and Erin Sutherland, guitarists Pete Krebs and David Langenes (both of whom sing) and double bass player Keith Brush, THE STOLEN SWEETS repertoire includes material from the 1920s-1940s. Their arrangements are inspired by the Boswell Sisters tight 3-part harmonies." http://www.stolensweets.com

New Orleans swing dance follow Jenna Sherry returns from her studies in London to present a recital with world-class pianist Danny Driver on Monday evening, December 22.

Their program will include Bethoven's Sonata for Violin and Piano Op. 30 no. 3, Brahms' Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 1 in G major, Op. 78, and even some Tango music by Pablo Ortiz.

Location: Tulane University's Myra Clare Rogers Chapel, 1229 Broadway in Uptown New Orleans (between the corners of Zimple and Oak Streets).
http://www.tulane.edu/~confserv/chapel.html

Seating is limited, so come early!

Free at Mimi's!!

New Orleans Moonshiners at Fringe Fest Tent this Saturday Nov 15th at 11pm. Corner of Press and Marigny in the Marigny. Free.

What started as a banjoist and a trombonist roaming around New Orleans, playing on the street, sitting in at clubs, and going wherever they could go to play jazz, has transformed into a collaboration of several dedicated young musicians with one goal in mind: carrying on the tradition of New Orleans style traditional jazz. With a median age of 27, the New Orleans Moonshiners represent the next generation of New Orleans jazz men and women. With a vision and a sound uniquely their own, their repertoire includes traditional spirituals, Tin Pan Alley, swing, and hot jazz from the 20’s.

The Courtyard Kings bring to Frenchmen Street their modern approach to gypsy swing popularized by Django Reinhardt in the 1930's. They perform at Yuki Izakaya, the Japan-inspired bar and restaurant next to Café Brasil. The bar is an intimate space, however, the bandstand is visible and audible at the front door, so dancing on the sidewalk is welcome.

The Courtyard Kings perform as a violin and guitar duo in the funky eclectic atmosphere at Mat and Naddie's Restaurant. Enjoy casual fine dining, or come in for a drink to hear the music. The Courtyard Kings bring a modern approach to the gypsy swing sound popularized by Django Reinhardt in the 1930's.

937 Leonidas St (Riverbend: Freret @ River Rd)
Reservations & info 504-861-9600

www.matandnaddies.com
www.myspace.com/thecourtyardkings

RECORD RELEASE PARTY
DOS JEFES UPTOWN CIGAR BAR
5535 Tchoupitoulas St.
The Courtyard Kings celebrate their new record, which brings a modern approach to the gypsy swing sound popularized by Django Reinhardt in the 1930's. The Courtyard Kings will play as a quartet, featuring guitarist Matt Johnson (Linnzi Zaorski, Hot Club of New Orleans) with Mike Harvey on violin, Carl Keith on guitar and Greg Smith on bass. The CD will be available at an introductory price of $10.

Gather at The National World War II Museum for a re-scheduled SUNDAY SWING on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 @ 1:00PM. Join award-winning dancer and instructor NATHALIE GOMES of Hop, Swing & A Jump for a FREE, one-hour swing dance lesson, followed by dancing during a two-hour performance of "music of the war years" by New Orleans' own PFISTER SISTERS...all presented by HUMANA. Special thanks to the New Orleans Musician's Clinic!