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Ian Dogole & Music Beyond Borders 

Friday, July 13, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books in San Rafael

For pure musical adventure that crosses geographical borders and bridges the divide between “world” music and improvisational jazz, this assemblage is not to be missed. In addition to Ian Dogole on udu, cajon, djembe, talking drum, hang, kalimba, the trio features Sheldon Brown on tenor, alto & soprano saxophones, clarinet, bass clarinet, flute & other surprises, and Sascha Jacobsen on double bass.… Read More

Filed Under: 2018 July, Events Tagged With: Copperfield's Books, Ian Dogole, Sascha Jabobsen, Sheldon Brown

Susan Sutton Trio

Friday, June 8 at 6pm, Copperfield’s Books in San Rafael

The Susan Sutton Trio is a marvel of melodic invention and subtle interplay in the classic piano trio format, with the added feature of Ms. Sutton’s swinging vocals. Performing the standard jazz repertoire along with original compositions by Sutton and those of famed pianist and composer Bryce Rohdes, the trio provides great textural and dynamic variety and is always highly listenable.… Read More

Filed Under: 2018 June, Events Tagged With: Copperfield's Books, Kendrick Freeman, Piro Patton, Susan Sutton

Kat Parra Latin World Ensemble

Friday, May, 11 at 6pm, Copperfield’s Books in San Rafael

Kat Parra is an award-winning jazz vocal musician, composer, lyricist and arranger with an international perspective. In 2006, she quit her job as a graphic designer at Cisco Systems, Inc. to pursue her passion for music and she’s never looked back.… Read More

Filed Under: 2018 May, Events Tagged With: Copperfield's Books, David Belove, David Foltz, Kat Parra, Masaru Koga, Murray Low

Peter Anastos & Iter

Friday, March 9, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books

Peter Anastos & Iter perform a dynamic mix of straight-ahead and ethnic-infused jazz. Original compositions by Anastos feature the influence of Greek folk dance drawn from his cultural roots, while the overall repertoire provides a wide variety for the listener, so there’s something for everyone.… Read More

Filed Under: 2018 March, Events Tagged With: Andy Dillard, Copperfield's Books, Frank Martin, George Mylordos, Jodi Durst, Mike Young, Peter Anastos

Gaea Schell Trio

Friday, February 23, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael

Through the unique instrumentation of flute, bass, and vibes, the Gaea Schell Trio performs a unique mix of original compositions and standards of great composers like Benny Golson and Horace Silver. Gaea Schell, who is a a prominent Bay Area pianist, will treat us to her work as a jazz flutist.… Read More

Filed Under: 2018 February, Events Tagged With: Copperfield's Books, Dillon Vado, Gaea Schell, John Wiitala

Words on Jazz with the Guarneri Jazz Quartet

Friday, February 9, 6-8pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael

Jazz in the Neighborhood is introducing a new format — live music plus conversation — at some of our Copperfield’s Books events. It’s an opportunity to learn about the history, theory, and practice of jazz straight from the horse’s mouth.… Read More

Filed Under: 2018 February, Events Tagged With: Akira Tana, Copperfield's Books, Guarneri Jazz Quartet, John Wiitala, Mario Guarneri, Randy Vincent, Shana Dinha

Matt Eakle Band

Friday, November 10, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael

Discover Flute Fired Fusion with Matt Eakle, flute; Joey Edelman, piano; Alex Baum, bass; and Jack Dorsey, drums. Performing all original compositions that evoke the blues, soul, and jazz; their spell-binding, adrenaline-pumping jams transfix and transport.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 November, Events Tagged With: Alex Baum, Copperfield's Books, Gio Mendez, Jack Dorsey, Joey Edelman, Matt Eakle

Jazz Caliente

Friday, October 27, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | no admission charge |

Join with us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Jazz Caliente. Founded by Lee Waterman and Tommy Kesecker in 1997, the band performs Afro-Cuban and Brazilian jazz featuring original compositions by Waterman as well as arrangements of jazz and Latin masters such as Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, Wes Montgomery, Tito Puente, and Sergio Mendes.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 October, Events Tagged With: Alex Murzyn, Bill Belasco, BIll Lanphier, Copperfield's Books, Jazz Caliente, Lee Waterman, Michaelle Goerlitz, Tommy Kesecker

Charged Particles

Friday, October 13, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | no admission charge |

Charged Particles is a trio that crosses stylistic boundaries and blends diverse traditions to create engaging new sounds. Fiery drummer Jon Krosnick is joined by Murray Low, a keyboard wizard with dazzling Latin-jazz technique and imaginative improvisational skills, and Aaron Germain, an inventive and sophisticated acoustic and electric bassist.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 October, Events Tagged With: Aaron Germain, Charged Particles, Christina Galisatus, Copperfield's Books, Jon Krosnick, Murray Low

tbd Quartet

Friday, September 29, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | no admission charge |

Jazz in the Neighborhood presents the tbd Quartet, whose name reflects the instrumentation of trumpets, bass and drums. Representing T for trumpets are Mario Guarneri and Erik Jekabson.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 September, Events Tagged With: Copperfield's Books, Erik Jekabson, Lisa Mezzacappa, Mario Guarneri, tbd Quartet, Vijay Anderson

Ray Obiedo Group

Friday, September 8, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books  |no admission charge|

Jazz in the Neighborhood presents the Ray Obiedo Group. Led by contemporary jazz composer and guitarist Ray Obiedo with Peter Horvath, piano; Phil Hawkins, steel pans; Marc van Wageningen, bass; and Colin Douglas, drums. … Read More

Filed Under: 2017 September, Events Tagged With: Colin Douglas, Copperfield's Books, Marc van Wageningen, Peter Horvath, Phil Hawkins, Ray Obiedo

Mary Fettig quartet

Friday, August 25, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | RSVP for free event |

Led by Mary Fettig on sax, her quartet will include guitarist Chico Pinheiro,  bassist Scott Thompson, and Brian Rice, percussion.

A multi-instrumentalist in both jazz and classical spheres, Mary Fettig is a performer, teacher, and clinician who has played at festivals and toured with celebrity acts around the country.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 August, Events Tagged With: Chico Pinheiro, Copperfield's Books, Mary Fettig, Scott Thompson

Akira Tana & Secret Agent

Friday, August 11, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | RSVP for free event |

Bond like you’ve never heard it before!

The Secret Agent Band plays the music of Bond (James Bond), shaken and stirred. Led by drummer Akira Tana, his team includes Nashville-based vocalist Annie Sellick with James Mahone on sax, Jeff Massanari on guitar, and Midori Ono, organ.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 August, Events Tagged With: Akira Tana, Annie Sellick, Copperfield's Books, James Mahone, Jeff Massanari, Midori Ono

Ken Cook trio

Friday, July 28, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | RSVP for free event |

Pianist Ken Cook is accompanied by Jeff Denson, bass, and Kendrick Freeman, drums. Balancing the traditions of jazz, blues, and contemporary music, this trio paints sonic landscapes with structure, freedom, dialogue and chance.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 July, Events Tagged With: Copperfield's Books, Gio Mendez, Jeff Denson, Ken Cook, Kendrick Freeman

John Hoy trio

Friday, July 14, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books  | RSVP for free event |

John Hoy will lead on guitar with Richard Lieter, keyboard, and Cliff Hugo, bass. The trio will play a mix of light-hearted music including TV show themes interpreted in a jazz context.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 July, Events Tagged With: Cliff Hugo, Cole Bailey, Copperfield's Books, John Hoy, Matt Paquette, Patrick Kelley, Richard Leiter

Ila Cantor trio

Friday, June 30, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael | Free event! |

Ila Cantor performs original music featuring her latest love, the charango. The charango is a 10-string Peruvian instrument used in traditional Andean and folk music. It has practically no presence in jazz or chamber music, but Cantor has been inspired to change that.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 June, Events Tagged With: Copperfield's Books, Hamir Atwal, Ila Cantor, John Wiitala, Spencer Handley

Michael O’Neill quartet

Saturday, June 10, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael

Saxophonist Michael O’Neill performs with Peter Horvath, piano; Jeff Chambers, bass; and Jason Lewis, drums. Ari Silberman, saxophone, and David Lechuga, guitar, will be Jazz in the Neighborhood’s Emerging Artists.

This free concert is presented as a collaboration between Jazz in the Neighborhood and Copperfield’s Books.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 June, Events Tagged With: Ari Silberman, Copperfield's Books, David Lechuga, Jason Lewis, Jeff Chambers, Michael O'Neill, Peter Horvath

New American Songbook Project

 

Friday, May 13, 6 pm at Copperfield’s Books, Novato | Free event! |

The New American Songbook Project features daring arrangements and re-constructions of jazz, pop, and folk standards made famous by vocalists such as Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Charles, Astrud Gilberto, Graham Nash, Mick Jagger, and Cat Stevens.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 May, Events Tagged With: Alex Murzyn, Copperfield's Books, Fred Randolph, Greg Wyser-Pratte, Michael Smolens, New American Songbook Project, Rocio Guitard

John Schott Trio

Friday, April 28, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael | Free event!

A free concert by the guys who started playing a monthly gig back in 2011 at the now shuttered Actual Café in Oakland. 

All acknowledged masters on their instruments, the Actual Trio have spent years playing together in the studio and on the road, forging a singular group voice in the crowded world of modern guitar-oriented Jazz.… Read More

Filed Under: 2017 April, Events Tagged With: Copperfield's Books, Dan Seamans, John Hanes, John Schott

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