Vocalist Amy Cervini has garnered acclaim in her home of Canada and adoptive home of New York. Her eponymous quartet, with pianist Michael Cabe, bassist Mark Lau and drummer Ernesto Cervini, has released two albums – 2007’s Famous Blue and 2009’s Lovefool – with track lists comprised of pop tunes from Weezer, the Cardigans and Leonard Cohen, standards from the American Songbook and original pieces from modern jazz composers.

Ms. Cervini pursued her undergraduate studies at New England Conservatory, where she majored in jazz saxophone. She is also an accomplished pianist, but has made her name as a dynamic vocalist. Praised by the Toronto Star for her “freshly appealing voice” and Time Out New York for her ability to “straddle the line between confessional balladeering and breezy swing,” these traits have made Ms. Cervini a regular at venues throughout New York – from the 55 Bar to Carnegie Hall – and around the world.

“Straight out of the starting gate, singer Amy Cervini demonstrated a sophisticated flair for repurposing adult-pop singles into improvisatory fare. Tonight, find out if she can pull the same trick with country tunes by Willie Nelson, Hank Williams and others. (We’re betting yep.)” - Time Out NY
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During the 1990s Jeff issued two CDs of original compositions as a leader, Coalescence (Steeplechase) and Jazzblues (Cathexis). His return to leadership with the current quartet showcases the distinctive compositional qualities of each musician. Over the last year the repertoire has evolved to encompass both individuality and cohesive group identity. John O’Gallagher and Duane Eubanks form a contrasting yet complimentary front line, while John Hebert contributes a wealth of linear, harmonic, and rhythmic variation and substance. All of which provides Jeff with a complete range of expression.

For more information about Jeff Williams, and to listen to music by his quartet, visit www.willfulmusic.com

“…A maelstrom with taste, uniformly excellent.” –Down Beat
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4 Storytellers, 3 True Stories, 1 Pack of Lies.

Uncover the liar and win a prize worth its weight in fool's gold.

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“Nate and Matt are known for their experimental sides,” explains Eisenstadt, “yet both are lyrical players with totally personal sounds in more jazz/song form-oriented contexts. Chris, who I’ve worked with since my 2007 record, The All Seeing Eye + Octets (Poobah), brings harmonic sophistication and a skeletal, shimmering texture that only vibraphone can provide. Eivind is one of the premier young bassists working in New York and I felt instantly at home with his lyrical and rock solid approach. He thinks in song forms even when abstracting material, making him the perfect bass player for these compositions.”

One of only a handful of drummers equally well- known for his work as a composer, Eisenstadt is among the most versatile and prolific musicians of his generation. His eclectic résumé includes studies with some of the most respected names in both improvised music and West African drum- ming, and performances in genres ranging from film and theater to poetry and dance to contem- porary classical and opera. He has performed all over the globe, earned commissions from organizations such as Meet The Composer and the American Composers Forum, and appeared on more than 35 recordings over the past decade.

“Harris Eisenstadt is a model of intelligent ver- satility,” declares Signal to Noise’s Bill Meyer. “Whether he’s leading the band or contributing to the collective, the NYC-based drummer brings discernment and discipline to the proceedings... his playing always seems keyed into exactly what the music needs.” In addition to Canada Day, he also leads Woodblock Prints, a nonet inspired by the ancient Japanese art form, and is an active member of The Convergence Quartet, Sean Moran’s Big Elephant, The Pavones, Adam Rudolph’s Organic Orchestra and the Nate Wooley Quintet.

Learn more at www.harriseisenstadt.com
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STEPHEN DUNN: Badly, I think.

Pulitzer Prize winner Dunn journeys from south Jersey to a side street in Greenwich Village, we are also blessed to have his longtime friend, the poet Philip Dacey join him.

The snappy lines quoted above are from a PBS interview of a few years ago.
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“Nate and Matt are known for their experimental sides,” explains Eisenstadt, “yet both are lyrical players with totally personal sounds in more jazz/song form-oriented contexts. Chris, who I’ve worked with since my 2007 record, The All Seeing Eye + Octets (Poobah), brings harmonic sophistication and a skeletal, shimmering texture that only vibraphone can provide. Eivind is one of the premier young bassists working in New York and I felt instantly at home with his lyrical and rock solid approach. He thinks in song forms even when abstracting material, making him the perfect bass player for these compositions.”

One of only a handful of drummers equally well- known for his work as a composer, Eisenstadt is among the most versatile and prolific musicians of his generation. His eclectic résumé includes studies with some of the most respected names in both improvised music and West African drum- ming, and performances in genres ranging from film and theater to poetry and dance to contem- porary classical and opera. He has performed all over the globe, earned commissions from organizations such as Meet The Composer and the American Composers Forum, and appeared on more than 35 recordings over the past decade.

“Harris Eisenstadt is a model of intelligent ver- satility,” declares Signal to Noise’s Bill Meyer. “Whether he’s leading the band or contributing to the collective, the NYC-based drummer brings discernment and discipline to the proceedings... his playing always seems keyed into exactly what the music needs.” In addition to Canada Day, he also leads Woodblock Prints, a nonet inspired by the ancient Japanese art form, and is an active member of The Convergence Quartet, Sean Moran’s Big Elephant, The Pavones, Adam Rudolph’s Organic Orchestra and the Nate Wooley Quintet.

Learn more at www.harriseisenstadt.com
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Her answer is her new show The All-Nude College-Girl Revue, or why I can’t pass the vetting. Drawing on her colorful past, Lisa takes the audience on a hilarious journey - from growing up in a test site for cable television, through her jobs as a stripper and a voice on the Penthouse phone sex line, through jail and a lawsuit. Outrageous, poignant and laugh-out loud funny, it all adds up to an evening of sophisticated, fun entertainment.

Praise for previous shows

"This performer was outrageously funny and successfully cunning. Wildly entertaining...every line demanded a boisterous laugh. She exudes inherent fun like a bottle of champagne. Uplifting and unpredictable, Lisa Faith Phillips should have delivered the damn State of the Union Address this year." - Carolyn Smith, newyorkcool.com

"Part cabaret, part one-woman show, comedian and former stripper Lisa Faith Phillips gives you the 411 on getting the romance, love and security you think you deserve in this off-the-wall performance, which is structured like a motivational lecture and includes such original songs. About Town, Time Out New York

“The audience surrenders to her charm in the number “Let’s Just Keep Falling in Love”. Visit Dr. Faith for a session. Learning to be a mistress has never been more entertaining or effective! " - Andrew Gilchrist, Hi! Drama, MNN Cable Network

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"Playfully restive compositions" - The New York Times "A cliché-free, inventive player" - Jazz Times   www.amandamonaco.com

Containing poetry, memoirs, fiction, short stories, and personal narratives, the book will reveal the importance of sharing and hearing each other’s stories as it gives you an inside look at one writer's group’s process from inspiration to final work.

Gabriella M. Belfiglio, Kim D. Brandon, Princene Hyatt, Olivia S. Taylor, and Rita REB Wilson will read short selections from this, their debut group publishing effort.

Book sale to follow.
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Acclaimed vocalist Aoife O'Donovan has been turning heads all through the music scene for the past 8 years. Called "Americana's newest darling" by USA today, Aoife is a founding member of newgrass sensations "Crooked Still," with whom she tours the world for most of the year. She is also a member of the folk-noir trio, "Sometymes Why." 2009 has seen Aoife on stages from the Glasgow to San Juan Island to Copenhagen, with stops across Europe, Canada, and the USA in between. Though she doesn't often play shows featuring solely her own material, her quirky original songs have garnered praise worldwide. Originally from Newton, Massachusetts, Aoife has just made the big move to Brooklyn, NY.
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