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At Typhoon with the SMC Big Band
I was featured singer with the Santa Monica College Big Band in a show at Typhoon by the Santa Monica Airport. Conducted by Keith Fiddmont.
Winner of “Jazz Song of the Year” at the IMEA Awards
I am excited to be able to share that last night at the International Music & Entertainment Association Awards, my original jazz song Shanghai Blues won “Jazz Song of the Year.”
2nd Place in the WeDemand Competition
Voting for the WeDemand competition (and the chance to win an all-expenses paid trip to perform in a city with the most fan votes) ended on September 28th.
I came in second–a big surprise!
IMEA Awards Nomination
I’ve been nominated for “Jazz Artist of the Year” by the International Music & Entertainment Association.
The Finals of the WeDemand Competition
It’s official! Out of 2500 applicants, I am one of 20 contestants competing for an all-expenses paid trip to perform in one continental US city “demanded” by the highest number of people.
At Del Rey Yacht Club with the Roberto Cordero Quintet
Featured vocalist with the Roberto Cordero Jazz Quintet at a private event at the Del Rey Yacht Club tonight.
Cicada Club with Phil Crosby Jr
Another great night at the Cicada Club – Phil Crosby Jr performed once again honoring Bing Crosby, with guest appearances by Nora Germain, Cal Bezemer, Chester Whitmore, and yours truly.
At Panini with the Roberto Cordero Quintet
Featured vocalist tonight at Panini Grill in Marina del Rey with the Roberto Cordero Jazz Quintet.
At Salvage in Downtown Los Angeles
Sitting in with Phil Crosby Jr. at Salvage Bar & Lounge in downtown Los Angeles.
RIP George Harper
We recently lost saxophone player George Harper, who played on my album Sophistication.
At The Lighthouse with the Donald Dean Quartet
Last weekend I was the featured singer with the Donald Dean Jazz Quintet at the famous Lighthouse Cafe in Hermosa Beach.
Cicada Club with Phil Crosby Jr
I was invited to participate with Phil Crosby Jr in a show at the Cicada Club last week, honoring his grandfather, Bing Crosby.
Christmas Party at Panini
Sitting in with Martin Yarbrough and the Roberto Cordero Jazz Quintet at Panini Grill in Marina del Rey tonight.
Recording of “Let It Snow” Single
My band and I recorded the Christmas song “Let It Snow” at the No Sound Studio in Pasadena last week.
“Under Your Spell” Album on Top of the M3 Radio Jazz Chart
The Under Your Spell album was on top of the M3 Radio Jazz chart for many weeks, and is currently at position 3.
Nice Mention in “Blackwell 2”
It was a nice surprise to find myself mentioned in Michael Gunter’s science fiction novel “Defying Gravity—Blackwell 2″ this morning.
Airplay on WWOZ New Orleans
Under Your Spell was played on WWOZ 90.7FM New Orleans this morning! :)