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Monday,  Jul 09 - 6:00PM 
THE JOE PINO ORGAN TRIO
Joe Pino, trumpet/flugelhorn;  Ryan Slatko, organ;  Jeff Krol, drums
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High energy straight ahead jazz. Featuring Joe’s original compositions and arrangements.


 $10.00 cover plus $10.00 minimum    http://joepinojazz.com

Monday,  Jul 09 - 8:30PM 
NO SURRENDER
Paul Bogaev, vocals, piano
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Emmy and Grammy award winning pianist and singer Paul Bogaev performs songs by Bruce Springsteen, Ed Sheeran, and Tom Waits.

Bogaev has built up a distinctive persona with his unique musical interpretations and his energetic stage presence.

He is also a natural born storyteller.



 $10.00 cover plus $10.00 minimum 

Tuesday,  Jul 10 - 6:00PM 
NEW YORK STORY EXCHANGE
Nicole Ferraro, host

Becca Beberaggi Elana Lancaster Thomas R. Pryor Gail Thomas
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HEAR STORIES! TELL STORIES!

Featured stories by Becca Beberaggi, Elana Lancaster, Thomas R. Pryor, and Gail Thomas.

Host: Nicole Ferraro

Have a 5-minute story to tell? Sign up for our 5-for-5 open mic!



 $10.00 includes a drink 

Tuesday,  Jul 10 - 8:00PM 
EVAN FRANCIS SEXTET
Marianne Solivan, voice;  Matt Nelson, tenor sax;  Mitch Marcus, tenor sax;  Evan Francis, alto sax, flute;  Josh Bailey, drums;  Kurt Kotheimer, bass
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"Even if I knew that tomorrow the world would go to pieces, I would still plant my apple tree." MLK


 $10 cover plus $10 minimum    http://www.evanfrancismusic.com

Tuesday,  Jul 10 - 9:30PM 
JUAN CAMILO SANCHEZ, CD RELEASE
Juan Camilo Sanchez, drums;  Nathan Bellott, alto sax;  Dan Pappalardo, bass;  Marcio Garcia, piano
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Drummer Juan Camilo Sanchez brings his quartet to present the music of his debut album Eccentric / Concentric. Heavily inspired by the rich folklore of his native Colombia, Juan's music explores different textures and colors through haunting melodies and intricate interplay. Join us on what will be a truly unforgettable performance.


 $10 cover plus $10 minimum    http://www.juancamilosanchezmusic.com

Wednesday,  Jul 11 - 6:00PM 
ZAPPA:: ANA CHOIRED TASTE, LED BY LEE TOMBOULIAN
Lauren Lee, Marty Elkins Susan Tobocman Mary Foster Conklin Sarah James, John McMahon Nicole Zaray Meter John DiPinto Jonathan Matthews, Roni GBZ Ratzo Harris, bass;  Colin Hinton, drums;  Dylan Pramuk, special guest
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Lee and his henchmen (and henchwomen), including some of NYC's most talented and seasoned singers, sing his arrangements of the music of American maverick Frank Zappa, along with spoken word and conducted improvisation, a crack rhythm section, and special guest Dylan Pramuk (the Royal Bopsters, West Side 5).


 $10.00 cover plus $10.00 minimum    http://leetomboulian.com http://www.facebook.com/tomboull/

Wednesday,  Jul 11 - 8:00PM 
NICK SANDERS TRIO
Nick Sanders, piano;  Henry Fraser, bass;  Connor Baker, drums
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Nick Sanders’ Trio returns to Cornelia St. Cafe with Henry Fraser playing bass and Connor Baker playing drums. They will be premiering new music that has been recently composed by Sanders’, some of which will be on their upcoming album set to be released early next year on Sunnyside Records. This trio has been playing together for close to 8 years and they have a psychic-like ability to communicate musically with one another. Please join them for an evening of new and original music.

“When you look at the sum total of this music—Sanders’ twisted visions, caliginous constructs, lighthearted gestures, and weighty thoughts—you see honesty, integrity, and artistry guided by personal expression. In art, be it musical or otherwise, that’s more valuable than gold.” - All About Jazz


 $10 cover plus $10 minimum    http://www.nicksandersmusic.com

Wednesday,  Jul 11 - 9:30PM 
KEVIN SUN: THE RIGORS OF LOVE
Kevin Sun, tenor sax;  Adam O'Farrill, trumpet;  Dana Saul, piano;  Walter Stinson, bass;  Dayeon Seok, drums
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THE RIGORS OF LOVE is an hour-length work for quintet that explores stillness, space, and texture inspired by meditation and self-reflection.


 $10 cover plus $10 minimum    http://www.thekevinsun.com http://www.endectomorph.com

Thursday,  Jul 12 - 6:00PM 
SEAN CLAPIS’S BAD IDEA
Sean Clapis, guitar;  Alex Tremblay, bass;  Alon Benjamini, drums
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This dynamic ensemble is a result of years of collaboration and fellowship between three distinct musical voices. Weaving highly arranged music with free improvisation, flirting with disaster and enjoying every minute of it.


 $10.00 includes a drink    http://seanclapis.com http://facebook.com/seanclapis

Thursday,  Jul 12 - 8:00PM 
PETER BRENDLER QUARTET
Billy Drewes, alto, soprano sax;  Zach Lapidus, piano;  Peter Brendler, bass;  Mark Ferber, drums
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Bassist Peter Brendler returns to Cornelia St. Cafe leading an exciting group featuring some of NYC's finest musicians.


 $10 cover plus $10 minimum    http://www.peterbrendler.com

Thursday,  Jul 12 - 9:30PM 
ROOM TALES
Aubrey Johnson, voice;  Charlotte Greve, voice, saxophone;  Marta Sanchez, piano;  Matt Aronoff, bass;  Jason Burger, drums
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The music of Room Lore combines the words of visionary poets such as Maya Angelou, Charles Bukowski, Giaconda Belli and others with contemporary rhythms and harmonies. The band experiments by superimposing layers, creating different atmospheres and beautiful textures.


 $10 cover plus $10 minimum 

Friday,  Jul 13 - 6:00PM 
JULES BRAVE & MIKE BARETZ
Jules Brave, piano, bass vocals;  Mike Baretz, piano, guitar, vocals ;  Tim Holt, percussion, vocals ;  Noreen Abdon, vocals
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The group debuts their newest original songs and arrangements at Cornelia Street Cafe!

Jules Brave is a NYC singer/songwriter who is eager to perform, create and learn as much as she can. She plays in a quartet alongside her friend Mike Baretz, and the group is produced by her their mentor, world-renowned pianist and artist developer, Vera Tisheff, whose musical career has involved such great artists as Leonard Bernstein, Earl “Fatha” Hines, Cyro Baptista, Duran Duran and Vanessa Carlton. Jules is focused on furthering her musicianship and creating a signature style which combines the greatness of the classics, and the sensibilities of popular music. Her eclectic style is inspired by her influences, including Leslie Odom Jr., Lake Street Dive, Lianne La Havas and John Mayer.

Mike Baretz is an NYC based composer and musician. He loves to write songs, sing, and is finding his love for chamber and film music. He is inspired by greats such as Bill Evans, Stevie Wonder, and various classical composers. He recently had one of his chamber works, “Dusk”, a piano sextet, performed, and is currently playing in NYC with a quartet group with Jules Brave, playing original songs and arrangements. He has studied with 2x Grammy winning composer Herschel Garfein, and is mentored by world-renowned pianist and artist developer Vera Tisheff, whose musical career has involved such great artists as Leonard Bernstein, Earl “Fatha” Hines, Cyro Baptista, Duran Duran and Vanessa Carlton.


 $10.00 includes a drink    http://www.facebook.com/imjulesbrave/ http://www.facebook.com/mikebaretzmusic

Friday,  Jul 13 - 8:30 & 10:00pm 
JACOB SACKS & FRIENDS
Jacob Sacks, piano;  Chet Doxas, tenor sax;  Jacob Garchik, trombone;  Drew Gress, bass;  Vinnie Sperrazza , drums
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Using close interplay, violent counterpoint, and creative interpretations of original music – the ensemble searches for the unpredictable and explores the unexpected.

“Jacob Sacks is a pianist of exploratory temperament, drawn to open space and shrewd irresolution.” Nate Chinen--New York Times


 $10 cover plus $10 minimum    http://www.jacobsacks.com

Saturday,  Jul 14 - 12:00PM 
HAMILTON AND BURR: DESTINED TO DUEL
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This lecture examines the psychological state of Hamilton and Burr from childhood to Revolutionaries, and will discuss the interactions between these two politicians as they struggle to leave a lasting mark in a new republic.


 $80.00     http://hamiltonsnewyork.com

Saturday,  Jul 14 - 6:00PM 
ITALIAN AMERICAN WRITERS ASSOCIATION
Maria Lisella, host

Gordon Gilbert Susan Weiman
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Tonight IAWA welcomes Gordon Gilbert and Susan Weiman


 $10.00 includes a drink 

Saturday,  Jul 14 - 8:30 & 10:00pm 
JEFF DAVIS, TONE COLLECTOR
Tony Malaby, tenor sax;  Eivind Opsvik, bass;  Jeff Davis, drums, comp.
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Tone Collector is a formidable trio that pushes the sonic boundaries of texture and color. Performing together since 2004, the trio blurs the lines between what is composed and what is improvised. Tone Collector recorded their debut album live at the Glenn Miller Café in Stockholm, Sweden over a two night run, and is fresh off a spring Midwest tour. Returning to the Cornelia Street Cafe tonight, this trio adventurous is not to be missed.

"Malaby, Opsvik and Davis are deeply sympathetic partners, and their interaction often reaches the highest level of cohesion.” - Nate Chinen (Jazz Times) "Without falling into the predictable game of cat and mouse, these three are capable of a varied and inspired set of improvisational call and response. Tone Collector is the sort of creative improvised music that stands out in the crowd." Cadence Magazine


 $10 cover plus $10 minimum    http://www.jeffdavisdrums.org

Sunday,  Jul 15 - 6:00PM 
THE JEN AND JIMMY SHOW
Jen Lap and Jimmy Schatz, hosts

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Featured Comics: Lawrence DeLoach, Sally Ann Hall, Marie Faustin, Rachel Green and Irene Bremis.


 $10.00 includes a drink 

Sunday,  Jul 15 - 8:00 & 9:30pm 
NEW BRAZILIAN PERSPECTIVES: FLAVIO SILVA & BREAK FREE - CD RELEASE PARTY
Billy Newman, host

Flavio Silva, guitar;  Vitor Gonçalves, piano;  Alex Apolo Ayala, bass;  Curtis Nowosad, drums

Flavio Silva has recorded his second Album and he is celebrating the Release of "Break Free" here at Cornelia Street Cafe with this fantastic band. The Guitarist presents a rich sonic tapestry of African and Afro Brazilian sounds, Flavio is grew up in Sao Paulo, Brazil and is now living here in NYC


 $10 cover plus $10 minimum 

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Monday,  Jul 16 - 6:00PM 
SMASHING HUMANS
Sana Nagano, violin, compositions;  Michael Attias, sax;  Keisuke Matsuno, guitar;  Ken Filiano, bass;  Max Jaffe, drums
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Smashing Humans is a 5 piece avant-jazz band that is created by Tokyo native, NYC violinist Sana Nagano. Her compositions are naturally motivic with grid-like melody lines, along with underlining relentless rhythmic intensity. Sana Nagano is the kind of musician/improviser that recalls the very best of experimental jazz violin, resurrecting the spirits of Billy Bang, Mahavishnu Orchestra, and the full breadth of modernism all in one.

“Smashing Humans’ performance has some elements of jazz standards, but was evidently infused with improvisations.” “Elegant orchestrations of sounds, clearly conducted by the violinist” - Greg Stewart, Ragazine


 $10.00 includes a drink    http://www.sananagano.com/ http://www.facebook.com/sana.nagano.music/

Monday,  Jul 16 - 8:30PM 
COLE DAVIS QUARTET & IMMANUEL WILKINS/JOEY CHANG
Cole Davis, bass;  Vaughn Stoffey, guitar;  Manuel Schmeidel, piano;  Jongkuk Kim, drums;  Immanuel Wilkins, alto saxophone;  Joey Chang, piano
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Cole Davis’s passion for the uplifting power of music translates into every note he plays. He and his band, the Cole Davis Group, communicate with their unique style of contemporary jazz—global rhythms embrace groove, melodies replace technology and what emerges is both healing and celebratory.

“This is the first live performance of the duo, performing an hour's worth of completely improvised music.” -Immanuel Wilkins


 $10.00 cover plus $10.00 minimum 

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