Pop! Goes Rochelle: Beegie Adair & Friends

Beegie Adair & Friends at Pop! Goes Rochelle
Presented by Ford Motor Company

Doors Open & Silent Auction begins at 5:30 PM | Concert begins at 7 PM

Heavy hor d’oeuvres and drinks included in ticket price.
The Rochelle Center is excited to announce that jazz pianist Beegie Adair will be the entertainment for the 2016 Pop! Goes Rochelle event. Please mark your calendars for March 10, 2016 as we enjoy an intimate performance with Ms. Adair, her Trio and other talented musicians at the Ingram Hall Auditorium at Blair School of Music.  

Along with Ms. Adairs impeccable sense of swing and her smooth yet intricate playing, the evening will include cocktails, desserts, hor d’oeuvres and an auction. This once-in-a-lifetime event is something that could only happen in Nashville! Make sure you are a part of this very special evening.

Pop! Goes Rochelle benefits the Rochelle Center, a non-profit agency which, for the past 40 years has offered meaningful opportunities to individuals with disabilities and their families to assist in achieving their goals for quality lives and community inclusion.

http://popgoesrochelle.com/special-guests/

WHEN
Thursday, March 10, 2016 from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM (CST)
WHERE
Blair School of Music - 2400 Blakemore Ave Nashville, TN 37212

Beegie Adair featuring Monica Ramey at Birdland

Beegie Adair featuring Monica Ramey

Thursday, Oct. 3, 6:00 p.m. 

Music Charge: $35

"The pairing of Beegie and Monica is a master class on how to interpret timeless songs with style, taste and a swinging contemporary sensibility.” 
– Michael Feinstein

“Monica’s exquisite vocal performance with Beegie's elegant piano style is a match made in heaven.” – Lori Mechem

“It's obvious, when you listen, that they have a simpatico personal and professional relationship.” – Jeff Coffin

The legendary Beegie Adair will be returning to Birdland with vocalist Monica Ramey. Their performances, as a duo and with the renowned Beegie Adair Trio, have consistently energized sold out audiences. Adair's albums have dominated the jazz charts and album sales while Ramey's sophomore album, produced by Adair and bassist Roger Spencer, are creating a reinvigorated excitement among the jazz world. Ms. Adair and Ms. Ramey are thrilled to return to Birdland for a special “One Night Only” duo performance.

Jazz great Helen Merrill salutes Adair’s “inventive jazz sense, her wonderful sense of time and improvised melody.” Michael Feinstein calls Adair “a marvelously understated player whose interpretations of standards are just brilliant," Christopher Louden of Jazz Times magazine says she is “an accomplished artist with a delicate touch.” The Los Angeles Times calls her music “Elegant.” Entertainment News writes, “Beegie Adair is one of the finest piano players in the world.”

Jazz fans around the world agree with critics about Adair’s sophisticated and listenable jazz performances, and have made her recordings among the biggest sellers in the jazz world. Under the guidance of her esteemed mentor and friend, Ramey is quickly catching the attention of jazz fans, critics and musicians.

Guitarist Anthony Wilson declares Ramey “sings with grace and elegance” and “uses these abilities to deliver the world of the song first to your ears (sometimes it’s like she’s singing directly to you), then to a much deeper place where you can really feel it.” The Nashville Scene calls her “a first-rate interpreter of the jazz canon.” Pianist Chris Walters finds Ramey’s music “a miracle – at times controlled and concise, at others, fervent and daring, all the while abundant with wisdom” all while drummer Marcus Finnie states "Monica is truly an "Artist." Her interpretation and phrasing of these works are moving and beautiful."

Doors open for a special meet and greet with the artists at 5pm. For reservations and more information, please visit www.ticketfly.com or www.birdlandjazz.com.

Beegie Adair featuring Monica Ramey at Birdland

@Beegie Adair featuring @Monica Ramey
Thursday, May 2, 6:00 p.m. 
Music Charge: $30

"The pairing of Beegie and Monica is a master class on how to interpret timeless songs with style, taste and a swinging contemporary sensibility.”  – Michael Feinstein


“It's obvious, when you listen, that they have a simpatico personal and professional relationship.” – Jeff Coffin

The legendary Beegie Adair will be returning to Birdland with vocalist Monica Ramey. Their performances, as a duo and with the renowned Beegie Adair Trio, have consistently energized sold out audiences. Adair's albums have dominated the jazz charts and album sales while Ramey's sophomore album, produced by Adair and bassist Roger Spencer, are creating a reinvigorated excitement among the jazz world. Ms. Adair and Ms. Ramey are thrilled to return to Birdland for a special “One Night Only” duo performance.

Jazz great Helen Merrill salutes Adair’s “inventive jazz sense, her wonderful sense of time and improvised melody.” Michael Feinstein calls Adair “a marvelously understated player whose interpretations of standards are just brilliant," Christopher Louden of Jazz Times magazine says she is “an accomplished artist with a delicate touch.” The Los Angeles Times calls her music “Elegant.” Entertainment News writes, “Beegie Adair is one of the finest piano players in the world.”

Jazz fans around the world agree with critics about Adair’s sophisticated and listenable jazz performances, and have made her recordings among the biggest sellers in the jazz world. Under the guidance of her esteemed mentor and friend, Ramey is quickly catching the attention of jazz fans, critics and musicians.

Guitarist Anthony Wilson declares Ramey “sings with grace and elegance” and “uses these abilities to deliver the world of the song first to your ears (sometimes it’s like she’s singing directly to you), then to a much deeper place where you can really feel it.” The Nashville Scene calls her “a first-rate interpreter of the jazz canon.” Pianist Chris Walters finds Ramey’s music “a miracle – at times controlled and concise, at others, fervent and daring, all the while abundant with wisdom” all while drummer Marcus Finnie states "Monica is truly an "Artist." Her interpretation and phrasing of these works are moving and beautiful."

Doors open for a special meet and greet with the artists at 5pm. For reservations and more information, please visit www.ticketfly.com orwww.birdlandjazz.com.

Jazz pianist Beegie Adair featuring Monica Ramey at Birdland

Beegie Adair
 featuring Monica Ramey

Beegie Adair (piano) Monica Ramey (vocals)

Thursday, January 26, 6:00 p.m. 


Music Charge: $20

Birdland Jazz Club

315 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036

(212) 581-3080

www.birdlandjazz.com

Beegie Adair, who Michael Feinstein called "a marvelously understated player whose interpretations of standards are just brilliant," jazz great Helen Merrill salutes her "inventive jazz sense, her wonderful sense of time and improvised melody," and The Los Angeles Times calls her music "Elegant," will be returning to Birdland with vocalist Monica Ramey.  In 2011, their performances, as a duo and with the renowned Beegie Adair Trio, have consistently energized sold out audiences.  Adair's albums have dominated the jazz charts and album sales in Japan in 2010 and 2011 while Ramey's debut album "Make Someone Happy" continues to receive international accolade and airplay on jazz radio, including Music Choice and DMX. 

Beegie Adair is one of the finest piano players in the world. Entertainment News

Now that the trend of aging rockers cutting albums of show tunes and standards seems thankfully to have run its course, we're back to vocalists with a real feel for and understanding of the jazz tradition doing them justice. Nashville's Monica Ramey is a shining example. Her excellent release "Make Someone Happy" offers resourceful, soaring and engaging interpretations of material from The Great American Songbook.  

Ron Wynn - Nashville Scene

Her theatrical roots combine with her obvious deep affection for the classic popular song to give us a freshly unique take on the material she's chosen for her debut.  It's sassy, swinging and totally enjoyable.

Jeff Steinberg, Musician/Arranger/Composer

Reserve Online or by phone.

Monica Ramey & Friends at F. Scott's

Join Joe Davidian, Jim Ferguson, Josh Hunt and Monica Ramey for a night of straight-ahead jazz. This performance is free. Monica will have CDs for sale and signing.

For more information, please visit www.monicaramey.com.

Monica & Friends at F. Scott's

Join Monica, Jeff Steinberg, Jim Ferguson and Duffy Jackson for a night of jazz at F. Scott's Restaurant and Jazz Bar. This special evening will take place on Friday, March 26th from 7-11pm.

F. Scott's is located at 2210 Crestmoor Road. Nashville, TN 37215. For more information, please visit www.fscotts.com or www.monicaramey.com.

Scion Sunday Night Jazz Series Presents Monica Ramey

Nashville jazz vocalist, Monica Ramey, will be performing at the Scion Sunday Night Jazz Series at Café Coco on Sunday, February 17th at 8:30pm.

Joining Monica will be James Hollihan (guitar), Max McKellar (bass) and Colin Fagan (drums).

Cafe Coco is located near Elliston Place at 210 Louise Avenue, Nashville. Admission is free and tips are welcome.

For more information, please contact 321-2626 or visit: http://www.myspace.com/monicaramey or
http://www.cafecoco.com/

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!