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Dakota Jazz Club In Minneapolis

jazzman — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 09:18:35 +0000

The Dakota is a favorite club among many of jazz´s top players. It is located right in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. The intimate sound and lights, the stage and the expanded room provide an ideal atmosphere to showcase the most talented jazz musicians in the world as well as the fantastic local talent right here in the Midwest. Jazz fans and jazz musicians appreciate the experience from the finest jazz club in town combined with the absolute best in local cuisine.

Some of today’s finest musicians request gigs at The Dakota. This phenomenon is reflected in praise by notable publications like the New York Times, USA Today, Esquire, Gourmet, Time, Downbeat, Fortune, Money, The Wall Street Journal and a chorus of newspapers from coast to coast.

Upcoming Events:

For information about their upcoming performances, please check out their Music Calendar.

Details:

Artist Sets:
Sun – Thurs: music begins at 7:00 pm (occasionally with 9:30 set as well)
Fri – Sat: music begins at 8:00 pm
-These are general times, please check the calendar for specific event times.

Ticket Information:
Tickets vary in price, depending on the night and performer. They
can be purchased on The Dakota’s own online ticketing service.

Some events require advanced ticket purchase and reservation. Please refer to the
Music Calendar for details.

Reservations:
Dining reservations are encouraged for more popular events and can be done online.

Location:
Dakota Jazz Club
1010 Nicollet Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 332-1010
www.dakotacooks.com

Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola In New York

jazzman — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 18:49:47 +0000

Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola is designed to entertain people in the spirit that Dizzy had – very welcoming. Their mission is that you have a good time and that you have a memorable experience. The whole facility is designed for international participation. This is a hall of integration…to bring everything together.

Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola is the hottest jazz bands in the business to our new club. You can expect a spicy variety of musicians to grace the stage. As Jazz at Lincoln Center continues to perpetuate the art form, Monday nights are dedicated to young, upcoming musicians who will showcase their talent. On the other nights, you never know who will show up for a surprise appearance at one of our late-night hang sets. All are welcome to come and enjoy the great music, the great view and the great food.

Upcoming Events:

For a performance schedule for regular events, visit their Calendar.

For a performance schedule for after-hours events, visit their After Hours Calendar.

Details:

Doors open at 6:00 pm for the 7:30 pm set and
at 9 pm for the 9:30 pm set.

Set Times:
Sunday-Thursday: 7:30 pm & 9:30 pm
Friday & Saturday: 7:30 pm, 9:30 pm & 11:30 pm

After Hours Sets:
Tuesday-Thursday: 11:00 pm
Friday & Saturday: after last artist set

Cover Charge:
Artist Sets: $20-$35
After Hours Sets: $10
Food & Beverage: $10 minimum, table; $5 minimum, bar

Reservations:
Can be made by calling 212 258-9595 or 9795.
Seating is available on a first-come first-served basis either at tables or at the bar.
*(Reservations are NOT available for After-Hours performances)

Specials:
Late Night, Student Night (a swing set for night owls)
-$10 COVER
-FREE food and sodas, as well as special giveaways

Student Discounts:
$15 for 9:30 pm set on Sundays, Tuesdays-Thursdays
$15 for 11:30 pm set on Fridays & Saturdays
$10 on Mondays
$5 for After Hours Sets
Valid student ID required

Location:
Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola
Jazz at Lincoln Center
33 West 60 Street, Floor 11
New York, NY 10023
www.jalc.org

Manhattan Supper Club In Orange, CA

jazzman — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:15:14 +0000

Manhattan Supper Club brings visibly charming East-coast style to southern California’s abundant steakhouse community but it’s the food that “clearly stands out” from the rest of the pack, says Chef StephaneBeaucamp. His style “glides effortlessly between fusion and classics” using his über resume of experience to create as much “finesse and ease with tradition” as he does with the contemporary.

As a critically acclaimed steakhouse, Manhattan Supper Club also delivers the goods on seafood, poultry, game and all the while sourcing its product from wholesome, all-natural, organic, and local farms and ranches.

The music is a major part of what Manhattan Supper Club delivers so at dinner you might hear Hotel de Costes or Dylan and in the lounge you’ll likely hear Zeppelin or Tellier.

Upcoming Events:

Live music 6 nights a week. James Post, lounge pianist and singer is featured every Saturday night starting 7:00 pm.
For information about performers, please call (714) 978-6161.

Details:

Hours of Operation:
Lunch: Monday – Friday (11:30 am – 3:00pm)
Dinner: Monday – Saturday (5:30pm – 10:00pm)
Lounge: until midnight weekdays, 2:00 am weekends
Closed Sundays

Reservations:
By phone: (714) 978-6161;
By email: reservations@manhattansupperclub.com;
Online with Open Table.

Location:
Manhattan Supper Club
202 South Main Street
Orange, CA 92868
(714) 978-6161
www.manhattansupperclub.com

“Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen”: Great food and jazz in Kansas City

jazzman — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:27:31 +0000

Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen is located in the heart of the Entertainment District of Legends, just North of the Kansas City Speedway. Jazz is thick with Mardi Gras souvenirs and postcards. The atmosphere is gritty and festive (countless customers have scrawled their names on the walls), and you can fill up on great Big Easy grub. The jambalaya and gumbo are perfectly spicy; the shrimp comes by the pound, oysters by the dozen. You can eat your etoufee to the sounds of Kansas City’s jazz and blues.

According to the reviews, most people recommend stopping by on Wednesday or Thursday to hear the live jazz music. You can also get appetizers for $2.99 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm.

Reviews:

“Went on a Friday night was seated immediately. Live band was
gritty and sounded like it was straight out of New Orleans. I had
the coonass chicken. I ordered the half order (half assed) which
was a very large portion. The food was amazing. Other people at
my table had the crab cakes and the po boy which they all enjoyed.
Would suggest it to everyone!”

“Good solid Cajun food with lots of choices. You’can’t go wrong if
you here if you want some good cajun food.”

Upcoming Events:

For a list of upcoming events, check out their Calendar.

Details:

Specials:
-CRAWFISH SPECIALS EVERY WEDNESDAY
-Enjoy 2lbs and 2 Pints for $9.99
-OYSTERS SPECIALS EVERY THURSDAY
-$.50 Oysters on the Half Shell and $1.75 Boulevard Beer (excludes Smokestack Series)

Location:
Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen
1859 Village West Parkway, Suite 102
Kansas City, KS 66111
(913) 328-0003
www.jazzkitchens.com

Jazz At The Mecca Supper Club In Chicago

jazzman — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 09:42:17 +0000

Edison Park’s premiere restaurant, this great establishment is known first and foremost for their perfectly grilled steaks, fresh daily fish & seafood specials, hearty pastas, original sandwiches & burgers, and piping hot fresh MECCA pizza. All of which is served in a relaxing environment surrounding you with the feel of a Northwoods Lodge.

In addition to serving Lunch & Dinner fare, they also feature a lumberjack style breakfast menu every Sunday from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm and also have karaoke & dancing every Thursday, Friday, & Saturday nights after 10:30 pm until closing. The kitchen is open until 1:00 am on these nights and they also deliver!

Every Wednesday night, they have a featured jazz band take the stage. The band, “Freakeasy,” as they are called consists of Pat Mallinger, Dan Trudell, Brian O’Hern, & Gerald Dowd. They go on stage at 9:00 pm. Be sure to ask for them as well as more information about their upcoming shows.

Upcoming Events:

For a list of all upcoming events, please check their Calendar.

Details:

Operation Hours:
Monday – Friday (11:00 am – 2:00 am)
Saturday (4:00 pm – 3:00 am)
Sunday (10:00 am – 2:00 am)

Delivery Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 12 p.m. -10 p.m.
Friday: 12 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday: 4 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m.

-Live karaoke & dancing (Thurs – Sat night after 10:30 pm).
-Hearty Sunday Breakfast Entrees from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.

-Jazz can be heard Wednesday nights, starting at 9:00 pm

Location:
The Mecca Supper Club
6666 N Northwest Highway
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 775-1077
www.meccasupperclub.com

The Mint: Great club for jazz in Los Angeles

jazzman — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 11:06:21 +0000

Every Monday, The Mint, together with 32 Bar Productions, delivers a speak-easy style Jazz experience, reminiscent of some of the old New York Jazz clubs back in the day. Our jazz night , hosted by Kevin Kanner and his quintet and featuring different DJ’s every week is called The Groove Pocket.

The night combines uncompromised Jazz, Bebop and Hip Hop as well as artists painting and drawing throughout the night together with some of LA’s edgiest DJ’s spinning Breaks, Soul and Hip Hop between sets.

Kanner is changing the way Jazz is presented, appealing to new and younger ears without compromising anything musically. This rare treat has become a mainstay and a central event for the Los Angeles jazz scene.

Some say that great jazz experiences in Los Angeles are somewhat hard to find. Many feel that one must go to New York, Chicago or New Orleans to capture a real jazz scene. Here at the Mint, we beg to differ. Right here in Los Angeles you will find a bona fide jazz band doing 2 sets each Monday night, the second set being an open jam session with experienced jazz musicians being invited up to the stage.

Upcoming Events:

For a list of performers and upcoming events, please visit their Calendar.

Details:

This all takes place every Monday at The Mint, an LA landmark dating back to 1937. 2 for 1 happy hour before 10 PM so we invite you to come down and wash away your Monday blues. NO COVER CHARGE! Full Bar, tap beers, wine list, and a fine food menu.

Location:
The Mint
6010 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(323) 954-9400
http://www.themintla.com/jazzclublosangeles.html

The Blue Room In Kansas City: Museum & Jazz Club

jazzman — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 22:09:37 +0000

Back in the 1930s and ’40s, the Blue Room was one of the hottest nightspots in the 18th and Vine District. Located in the Street Hotel, in its heyday, the Blue Room featured some of the biggest names in entertainment. Today that legacy plays on as part of the American Jazz Museum; however, the name is the only thing that remains the same.

Awards & Accolades:
# Recognized three times by DownBeat Magazine as one of the Top 100 jazz clubs in the world – the only club in Kansas City to be recognized
# Two recognitions as the top Kansas City jazz club by AOL City Guide
# Two-time winner of Top Jazz Venue in Kansas City in the Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association Visitors Choice Awards
# Two-time Bronze Award Winner, Best Jazz Club, Ingram’s

Designed to resemble a nightclub from the 1930s, the Blue Room is a multifaceted exhibit focusing on the Kansas City connection to the evolution of jazz, featuring a wall of fame exhibiting the images of those local musicians that made the Kansas City style swing.

Each of the nine tables on the floor level are display cases of rare artifacts from Kansas City’s musical heyday when scores of nightclubs were swinging with sounds of live music. Additional shadow boxes on the top level display guitars, saxophones, clarinets, records, sheet music, programs and other artifacts of the era. The Massenburg Mural celebrates the history of jazz and the African-American experience through compelling interpretations of jazz legends and inspiring words.

Although smoking is prohibited in an effort to preserve the artifacts, alcoholic beverages are available at the bar and an appetizer buffet is available during Indigo Hour Friday evenings. Since its opening in September 1997, the Blue Room has provided a distinctive platform to present dynamic performances from the best local and national jazz talent in an intimate setting, playing a key part in sustaining Kansas City’s strong jazz heritage at one of jazz’s greatest crossroads, 18th & Vine.

Upcoming Events:

For a performance schedule, please check out their Calendar.

Information:

Hours:
Monday & Thursday (5:00 pm – 11:00 pm) – music starts at 7:00 pm
Friday (5:00 pm – 1:00 am) – headlining act starts at 8:30 pm
Saturday (7:00 pm – 1:00 am) – music starts at 8:30 pm

Indigo Hour in the Blue Room
Friday (5:00 pm – 7:30 pm) featuring:

-Blue Room Martinis ($5)
-Drink Specials: Beer, Wine & Wells ($3)
-Live Entertainment
-Appetizer Buffet ($3/round)
-Door Prizes

Admission:
Friday, Saturday: $10
Monday, Thursday: FREE, unless otherwise noted on Calendar.

Minors are allowed in the Blue Room when accompanied
by an adult. Reservations for events are not accepted
except as advertised for special events.

Location:
The Blue Room
1616 E. 18th St.
Kansa City, MO 64108
(816) 474-8463
www.americanjazzmuseum.com

Ciao Pasta In San Juan Capistrano

jazzman — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 06:56:34 +0000

Ciao Pasta is owned by Chef Pasquale Manta who trained in his native Southern Italy at the age of 20. Arriving in California when he was 25, Pasquale worked at Puccini Restaurant in Tustin where he honed his skills under the inspiration of Chef “Franco”. Pasquale, a warm and expressive man who speaks beautiful Italian opened Ciao Pasta in 1995 and it has become a favorite with residents and visitors alike.

You may wish to dine outdoors in the spacious patio around the soothing fountain. The large full bar also seats guests and features two televisions for sporting events.

The wine list features Italian and domestic wines by the glass or by the bottle. Save room for the best in Italian desserts from Cannoli to homemade Biscotti and cookies made by Italian Grandmother Josephine who is 86 years young!

Ciao Pasta Trattoria is the place for a romantic evening or to meet with friends and share the joy of great food, lively conversation and the warmth of Italian Hospitality!

Upcoming Events:

Hours:
Open 11:00 am – 10:00 pm daily.
The bar is open till 1:00 am weekends.

Reservations:
Reservations are strongly recommended Fri-Sat nights.

Music:
Fridays: Rock’n Piano Night and Dancing at Ciao Bar (starting at 7:30 pm)
Sat-Sun: Jazz Band (1:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

7:30

Location:
Ciao Pasta
31661 Camino Capistrano -Suite 201
San Juan Capistrano, California 92675
(949) 496-5002
www.ciaopasta.net

Villa Nova Restaurant In Newport Beach

Mike — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:33:28 +0000

The Villa Nova has been a Southern California dining tradition since 1933. Originally located on Hollywood’s Sunset Strip, Villa Nova’s famous clientele included Charlie Chaplin, Bing Crosby, John Wayne and Dean Martin to name a few. It was at Villa Nova that Joe DiMaggio took Marilyn Monroe on a blind date and where Vincent Minelli proposed to Judy Garland.

In the late 1960’s “The Strip” had lost its glamor, and the restaurant moved to the current location on beautiful Newport Harbor. Since that time, Villa Nova has become a landmark establishment in Newport Beach and a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

Villa Nova uses only the finest and freshest ingredients in their entrees. The pasta is homemade as is our signature sauces; we use only the freshest meats and seafood available and Executive Chef, Sonny Mergenthaler, oversees the preparation of all of our recipes.

The award winning wine list has over 800 offerings featuring one of the most extensive collections of California Cabernets and Italian Brunello and Super Tuscans in Southern California.

Villa Nova is one of the only venues in Orange County offering live entertainment every night beginning at 8:00 pm. Villa Nova’s piano bar is the five time winner of the “Best Piano Bar in Orange County.” The Piano Bar features premium spirits as well as an extensive food menu served until Midnight. in our waterfront lounge.

Upcoming Events:

For information about performers, please visit their Entertainment page.

Hours:
Sunday (4:00 pm – 11:00 pm)
Monday – Saturday (5:00 pm – Midnight)
The lounge is open nightly until 1am.

Happy Hour:
Monday – Friday (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm) in the main lounge.

Reservations:
Reservations can be made by calling (949) 642-7880.
Information for Banquets or Parties can be found by calling (949) 642-1865

Location:
Villa Nova
3131 W. Coast Hwy
Newport Beach, CA 92663
(949) 642-7880
www.villanovarestaurant.com

Cafe Carlyle & Bemelmans Bar In New York

jazzman — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:47:55 +0000

Cafe Carlyle

Since opening in 1955, Cafe Carlyle has featured musical performances by legendary entertainers, as epitomized by the “master of melody” Bobby Short. A fixtures at Cafe Carlyle since 1986, Mr. Short was cabaret’s preeminent interpreter of such American composers as Cole Porter and Duke Ellington, and his urbane and elegant style will always be a part of Cafe’s traditiion.

Graced with charming murals by Vertes, Cafe Carlyle is uniquely intimate, delighting visitors whit its romantic setting and offerings of cabaret and jazz.

Bemelmans Bar

Tucked behind a discreet Madison Avenue doorway, Bemelmans Bar draws socialites, politicians, movie stars and magnates to its witty and glamorous settings. The spirit of the bar’s namesake artists/satirist Ludwig Bemelmans, live through the mural he created for the space. Entitled “Central Park,” the whimsical mural features a cameo appearance by Madeline and her classmates, and is the only surviving Bemelmans commission on view to the public.

Upcoming Events:

For details on their upcoming performances, please visit their Calendar.

Reservations:
For reservations and more information, please call (212) 744-1600.

Location:
The Carlyle
35 East 76th Street
New York, NY 10021
(212) 744-1600
www.thecarlyle.com