Friends,

I never utilize this blog except for gigs, but I thought it may be fun to share some of the great things I do within and outside of the music world. For instance, I just saw Kenny Barron on Friday & Saturday night at the Nashville Jazz Workshop. It's not often that you get to see a jazz legend in such an intimate setting. It was incredible!

Maybe it's the holidays or perhaps I'm still growing up a bit, but I feel so thankful for the opportunities I have. As I grow musically and have the opportunity to share my experiences with others, I think the fascination will be as much about my musical experience as will be be about my musical talent. They really go hand in hand. I am who I am, musically, because of all that I've seen and experienced. I am who I am, personally, for the same reason. It's incredible.

Anyway, I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving and you can be with or speak with someone that matters to you on Thursday. Take care, Monica

Monica Ramey at Oktoberfest

NJW will once again host a Jazz Stage, sponsored by Germantown Partners, at Fifth and Monroe from 12 noon to 5 pm. This is a great fall festival that brings the entire city to the Germantown neighborhood. Admission is free.

Joining Monica will be James Hollihan on guitar, Collin Fagan on drum and Duane Pegler on bass. Other performers will include Samba Nove (NJW's Brazilian jazz band), Kristen Cothron, and Ginger Sands. Be sure and come visit us!

Calling all East Nashvillians!

Jazz Vocalist, Monica Ramey, will be performing at the 2nd Annual Inglewood Mix & Mingle this Saturday from 7-10pm. Joining Monica will be James Hollihan on guitar, Duane Pegler on bass and Colin Fagan on drums.

Event info:
Reserve ahead! $10 or $15-couple. Adults-social cocktail party-meet & mingle w/neighbors & make new friends! Pick-food buffet. BYOB.

Monica Ramey at the YarD Shops

Jazz Vocalist, Monica Ramey, will be singing at the YarD Shops on Friday, August 31st from 5-7pm. Joining Monica will be pianist, Amy Frederick.

The YarD Shops feature Bongo Java coffee, frozen custards, sandwiches and gifts in a relaxed, outdoor setting.

The YarD Shops is located at 4603 Gallatin Pike in Inglewood/East Nashville.

Admission is free. Tips are welcome!

Monica Ramey at the Holy Trinity Church Jazz Concert Series

Jazz Vocalist, Monica Ramey, will be performing at the Holy Trinity Church Jazz Concert Series on Sunday, June 17, 2007 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Joining Monica will be Peter Gunn (drums), Kelly Cox (piano) and Jerry Navarro (bass).

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church is located at 615 Sixth Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203. Cost: $10.
For more information, call (615) 256-6359 or visit www.holytrinitytn.org or www.myspace.com/monicaramey.

The Nashville Jazz Workshop Presents : Jazz Night at Z's Five Points Deli

The Nashville Jazz Workshop (www.nashvillejazz.org) is Nashville's community center for jazz, with classes, public performances, and special events. NJW is a non-profit organization supporting jazz musicians, jazz fans, and the jazz community. Z's Five Points Deli (www.fivepointsdeli.net) is the first true deli of Historic East Nashville locally owned and operated by Zipporah Banyay and husband Steve Banyay.

Join us on Thursday, March 15th, from 7:30-9:30pm to hear vocalist Crystal Miller and friends.

Z's Five Points Deli is located at 1000 Main Street, Suite 103 (located in the same complex/behind Marche Artisan Food). Tel. 615-226-5686.

Admission is free and tips are welcome and Z's is BYOB!

The Nashville Jazz Workshop Presents : Jazz Night at Z's Five Points Deli

The Nashville Jazz Workshop (www.nashvillejazz.org) is Nashville's community center for jazz, with classes, public performances, and special events. NJW is a non-profit organization supporting jazz musicians, jazz fans, and the jazz community. Z's Five Points Deli (www.fivepointsdeli.net) is the first true deli of Historic East Nashville locally owned and operated by Zipporah Banyay and husband Steve Banyay.

Join us on Thursday, March 8th, from 7:30-9:30pm to hear guitarist James Holihan, drummer Peter Gunn and bassist Alex King with guest vocalist, Monica Ramey.

Z's Five Points Deli is located at 1000 Main Street, Suite 103 (located in the same complex/behind Marche Artisan Food). Tel. 615-226-5686.

Admission is free and tips are welcome and Z's is BYOB! We'll look forward to seeing you on the 8th!

The Nashville Jazz Workshop Presents : Jazz Vocal Night at Edgehill Studios Cafe

The Nashville Jazz Workshop (www.nashvillejazz.org) is Nashville's community center for jazz, with classes, public performances, and special events. NJW is a non-profit organization supporting jazz musicians, jazz fans, and the jazz community. Edgehill Studios Cafe (www.edgehillstudios.com) is a multipurpose community gathering place, offering coffee, soups and sandwiches and live music several nights a week.

Join us on Thursday, February 8th, from 6:30-9pm to hear jazz vocalists Monica Ramey, Margaret Smith and Kristen Cothron. Also joining them will be Peter Gunn on drums, Todd Parks on bass, James Hollihan on guitar and Jeff Jetton on piano.

Edgehill Studios Cafe is located at 1201 Villa Place, Nashville, TN 37212 (corner of Edgehill and Villa Place, one block off of Music Row).

Phone: 615.301.8539

Admission is free and tips are welcome! We'll look forward to seeing you on the 8th!