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FREE! Fort Worth Jazz Series Featuring The Texas Gypsies ~ Thursday, July 18

Posted on July 11, 2013 | Leave a comment

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Take a musical journey from the 20th century roots of Jazz to the diverse sounds of the present with Fort Worth Library’s annual Third Thursday Jazz Series. Featuring an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent, the monthly lineup offers everything from swing jazz to the blues.  All concerts are FREE and open to the public.

July’s Third Thursday Jazz Series Features the Texas Gypsies ~ Thursday, July 18, 6:30PM
Gypsy jazz meets Texas swing for an energetic, fun-filled romp down the streets of a bygone era. The Texas Gypsies are a collection of well seasoned players comprised of Grammy winners and musicians who have backed many of today’s top performers including The Jacksons, Paul McCartney, Ray Charles, Ella Fitzgerald, Wynton Marsalis, Tony Bennett, Barbara Mandrell, Blues Brothers and more!

Swingmusic.net says “The group blends elements of traditional small group Swing, Gypsy Jazz and Western Swing into a tightly woven fabric of 21st Century sophistication and jumpin, thumpin entertainment.”

Details, details
What: For more information, visit the Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, July 18 ~ 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage and streets are FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours free on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • July 25: Metro Praise Youth Orchestra. Texas all-state alumni perform big band classics from the likes of Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson and Count Basie.
  • August 15: Duane Durrett Quartet.  Performing the music of pianists and composers Dave Brubeck and Bill Evans and featuring Johnny Case, Brad Leali and Lou Harlas.
  • September 19: Paul Unger Septet. Performing the music of Charles Mingus, featuring selections from the groundbreaking 1959 recording “Ah Um.”

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FREE! Fort Worth Third Thursday Jazz Series, Featuring Grammy Award Winner, Adonis Rose

Posted on August 13, 2012 | Leave a comment

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Take a musical journey from the 20th century roots of Jazz to the diverse sounds of the present with the Fort Worth Library’s annual Third Thursday Jazz Series. Featuring an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent, the monthly lineup offers everything from swing jazz to the blues.  All concerts are FREE and open to the public.

The Third Thursday Jazz Series continues with the Adonis Rose  Quintet ~ Thursday, August 16, 6:30PM
Adonis Rose got his first drum set when he was 2 years old and was touring by age 17. Since that time, he has won a Grammy Award, and performed and recorded with the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, Harry Connick Jr., Wynton Marsalis and Dr. John, to name but a few.  The fourth installment in the Thursday jazz series, the Adonis Rose Quintet, will also feature trumpeter Pete Clagett, saxophonist Chris Milyo, bassist Young Heo and pianist Stefan Karlsson.

Details, details
What: For more information, visit the Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, August 16 ~ 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours free on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • August 16: Adonis Rose Quintet. This Grammy Award winning drummer brings his New Orleans sound to the series.
  • September 20: Robin Eubanks Quintet.  Eubanks has been voted best trombonist in DownBeat magazine’s international critics poll five times.

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FREE! Fort Worth Third Thursday Jazz Series ~ The Incredible Guitar Style of Wes Montgomery by the James Shannon Quintet

Posted on July 18, 2012 | Leave a comment

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Take a musical journey from the 20th century roots of Jazz to the diverse sounds of the present with the Fort Worth Library’s annual Third Thursday Jazz Series. Featuring an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent, the monthly lineup offers everything from swing jazz to the blues.  All concerts are FREE and open to the public.

The Incredible Guitar Style of Wes Montgomery by the James Shannon Quintet ~ Thursday, July 19, 6:30PM
The Thursday jazz series continues with The Incredible Guitar Style of Wes Montgomery. During his brief life, Wes Montgomery left a recording legacy that has inspired and guided the likes of such diverse players as Pat Martino, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Jimi Hendrix. Thursday’s evening of jazz will featuring the incomparable guitarist James Shannon, backed by legendary Fort Worth jazz pianist Johnny Case, bassist James Gilyard and drummer Duane Durrett. Saxophonist Karl Lampman will complete the quintet.

Details, details
What: For more information, visit the Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, July 19 ~ 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours free on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • July 19: James Shannon Quartet. “Smoking at the Library” will showcase the incredible guitar style of Wes Montgomery.
  • August 16: Adonis Rose Quintet. This Grammy Award winning drummer brings his New Orleans sound to the series.
  • September 20: Robin Eubanks Quintet.  Eubanks has been voted best trombonist in DownBeat magazine’s international critics poll five times.

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FREE Fort Worth 3rd Thursday Jazz Series With Victor Cager, Tatiana Mayfield, and the Duane Durrett Trio

Posted on June 19, 2012 | 1 comment

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Take a musical journey from the 20th century roots of Jazz to the diverse sounds of the present with the Fort Worth Library’s annual Third Thursday Jazz Series. Featuring an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent, the monthly lineup offers everything from swing jazz to the blues.  All concerts are FREE and open to the public.

 

Singing and Swinging ~ The Art of the Jazz Vocalist by Victor Cager, Tatiana Mayfield and the Duane Durrett Trio ~ Thursday June 21
The Thursday jazz series continues with Singing and Swinging: Art of the Jazz Vocalist, featuring singers Tatiana Mayfield and Victor Cager. The stellar rhythm section will consist of bandleader and drummer Duane Durrett, pianist Kelly Durbin and bassist Lou Harlas.

Details, details
What: For more information, visit the Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, June 21 ~ 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours free on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • June 21: Victor Cager, Tatiana Mayfield, and the Duane Durrett Trio. Featuring vocalist Tatiana Mayfield, this band will perform “Singing and Swinging: Art of the Jazz Vocalist.”
  • July 19: James Shannon Quartet. “Smoking at the Library” will showcase the incredible guitar style of Wes Montgomery.
  • August 16: Adonis Rose Quintet. This Grammy Award winning drummer brings his New Orleans sound to the series.
  • September 20: Robin Eubanks Quintet.  Eubanks has been voted best trombonist in DownBeat magazine’s international critics poll five times.

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FREE Jazz in June Concerts in Keller ~ Thursdays

Posted on June 13, 2012 | Leave a comment

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The Keller Public Arts Program is pleased to present its fourth annual Jazz in June Concert Series, returning to the front lawn of Keller Town Hall at 7:30 p.m., Thursday evenings. The concerts are free and open to audiences of all ages. You are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinners, leashed pets, and snacks and drinks to enjoy (no glass please).

The music lineup includes:

  • Thursday, June 14, Breggett Rideau
  • Thursday, June 21, Adonis Rose & FWJO
  • Thursday, June 28, Latin Express

Details, details
What:  Go here to learn more about Keller’s 4th Annual Jazz in June Thursday concert series.
When:  June 14, 21, and 28 at 7:30PM
Where:  Keller Town Hall, 1100 Bear Creek Parkway.
Cost:  FREE

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FREE Fort Worth Third Thursday Jazz Series ~ Starts This Thursday, May 17

Posted on May 15, 2012 | Leave a comment

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Take a musical journey from the 20th century roots of Jazz to the diverse sounds of the present with the Fort Worth Library’s Third Thursday Jazz Series. This five-concert series features an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent and is FREE and open to the public. The monthly lineup offers everything from swing jazz to the blues and will include some amazing artists ~ like jazz saxophonist Brad Leali (former lead for the Harry Connick, Jr Orchestra) and grammy-award winning trombonist Robin Eubanks (collaborated with a variety of notable musicians such as Art Blakey, Barbra Streisand, The Rolling Stones and Talking Heads).

Brad Leali, Alto Saxophonist, Kicks Off The Series ~ May 17
The inauguration of the 2012 series (Thursday, May 17, 6:30PM)  showcases Grammy nominated Brad Leali, former lead alto saxophonist for the Harry Connick, Jr Orchestra and director of the Count Basie orchestra. Leali’s quintet will feature the music of “The Bebop Revolution,” including toe-tapping tunes from Charlie Parker and Dizzie Gillespie.  Leali has backed up a lengthy list of artists including Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, John Legend, Mary J. Blige, Herbie Hancock, Fantasia, Billy Joel, Kid Rock, Yolanda Adams, and Brian McKnight.  He has been one of the top jazz musicians in New York City and has made numerous television appearances including The Today Show, Jay Leno Tonight Show, and Arsenio Hall.

The Brad Leali quintet performance will also feature trumpeter Ephraim Owens, Paul Unger on bass, pianist Michael Palma, and Andrew Griffith on drums.

Details, details
What: For more information, visit the Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, May 17 ~ 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours free on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • May 17: Brad Leali Quintet. “The Bebop Revolution”  features the music of Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie.
  • June 21: Victor Cager, Tatiana Mayfield, and the Duane Durrett Trio. Featuring vocalist Tatiana Mayfield, this band will perform “Singing and Swinging: Art of the Jazz Vocalist.”
  • July 19: James Shannon Quartet. “Smoking at the Library” will showcase the incredible guitar style of Wes Montgomery.
  • August 16: Adonis Rose Quintet. This Grammy Award winning drummer brings his New Orleans sound to the series.
  • September 20: Robin Eubanks Quintet.  Eubanks has been voted best trombonist in DownBeat magazine’s international critics poll five times.

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REMINDER: FREE Monthly Jazz Concert Thursday (October 20), Featuring The Paul Unger Septet

Posted on October 19, 2011 | 2 comments

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Don’t miss out on the last installment of the Thursday FREE Jazz Series for 2011 ~ featuring A Tribute to Miles Davis by the Paul Unger Septet.

All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
If you are a jazz fan, then you will want to tune into the Third Thursday Jazz Series, sponsored by the Fort Worth Jazz Society and hosted in the setting of the beautiful downtown library.  This is the last installment of 2011’s FREE monthly live concert series which has featured an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent.

Paul Unger Septet ~ Featured Thursday, October 20
The 2011 series finishes out Thursday, October 20, and features The Paul Unger Septet.  Join this local favorite as he performs, “Pathway to Fusion: The music of Miles Davis from the ’60s and ’70s.” The septet is led by Paul Unger, Assistant Principal Bassist for the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Paul Unger has performed with such artists as Kevin Eubanks, Bobby Shew, Bob Newhart, Bernadette Peters, Jay Clayton and Andrea Bocelli.

Details, details
What: For more information about the concert series, visit the
….Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, October 20, 6:30pm.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library.
….You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage.
….The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have
….your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to
….2.5 hours on weekdays.
Cost: FREE and open to the public.  No ticket is required.

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REMINDER: FREE Monthly Jazz Concert Thursday (September 15), Featuring The Fred Hersch Trio

Posted on September 13, 2011 | 1 comment

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It’s hard to believe that it’s already time for September’s 3rd Thursday FREE Jazz Series (but we are so glad it’s here!)…

All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
If you are a jazz fan, then you will want to tune into the Third Thursday Jazz Series, sponsored by the Fort Worth Jazz Society and hosted in the setting of the beautiful downtown library.  This FREE monthly live concert series continues this month (runs through October) and features an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent.

Fred Hersch Trio ~ Featured Thursday, September 15.
The series continues Thursday, September 15, and features Fred Hersch, an acclaimed jazz pianist, composer, and 3-time Grammy nominee.  Recognized for both his ability to re-interpret the classics as well as his outstanding original works, Hersch is simply a master jazz pianist.  The New York Times refers to Hersch as “…a pianist, composer and conceptualist of rare imaginative power.” Learn more about Fred Hersch and hear samples of his music, here.

Details, details
What: For more information about the concert series, visit the
….Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, September 15, 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup
….below for more concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library.
….You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage.
….The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have
….your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to
….2.5 hours on weekdays.
Cost: FREE and open to the public.  No ticket is required.

Next Month’s Thursday Jazz Series Lineup:

  • October 20: Paul Unger Septet. Unger’s group will perform “Pathway to Fusion,” the music of Miles Davis from the ’60s and ’70s.

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REMINDER: FREE Monthly Jazz Concert Thursday (August 18), Featuring The Kristin Korb Trio

Posted on August 16, 2011 | Leave a comment

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All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
If you are a jazz fan, then you will want to tune into the Third Thursday Jazz Series, sponsored by the Fort Worth Jazz Society and hosted in the setting of the beautiful downtown library.  This FREE monthly live concert series continues this month (runs through October) and features an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent.

Kristin Korb Trio ~ Featured Thursday, August 18.
The series continues Thursday, August 18, and features Kristin Korb, an acclaimed singer and bassist.  This internationally known performer takes a fresh look at the great American songbook with swinging performances and innovative arrangements of jazz standards. Learn more about Kristin Korb here.

Details, details
What: For more information about the jazz series, visit the
….Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, August 18, 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup
….below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library.
….You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage.
….The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have
….your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to
….2.5 hours on weekdays.
Cost: FREE and open to the public.  No ticket is required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • August 18: Kristin Korb Trio. This acclaimed singer and bassist will take a fresh look at the great American songbook.
  • September 15: Fred Hersch Trio. The featured act of our series, Down Beat magazine calls Hersch a “brilliant composer and pianist.”
  • October 20: Paul Unger Septet. Unger’s group will perform “Pathway to Fusion,” the music of Miles Davis from the ’60s and ’70s.

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REMINDER: FREE Monthly Jazz Concert Tonight (July 21), Featuring The Duane Durrett Quartet

Posted on July 21, 2011 | Leave a comment

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All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
If you are a jazz fan, then you will want to tune into the Third Thursday Jazz Series, sponsored by the Fort Worth Jazz Society and hosted in the setting of the beautiful downtown library.  This FREE monthly live concert series continues this month (runs through October) and features an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent.

Duane Durrett Quartet ~ Featured Tonight, July 21.
The series continues tonight, Thursday, July 21, and features Duane Durrett and his quartet. This stellar group will perform the music of John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman. This performance features Victor Cager on vocals and Mack Goldsbury on saxophone.

Details, details
What: For more information about the jazz series, visit the
….Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, July 21, 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup
….below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library.
….You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage.
….The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have
….your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to
….2.5 hours on weekdays.
Cost: FREE and open to the public.  No ticket is required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • July 21: Duane Durrett Quintet. Featuring Victor Cager and Mack Goldsbury, this quintet will perform the songs of the great duo John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman.
  • August 18: Kristin Korb Trio. This acclaimed singer and bassist will take a fresh look at the great American songbook.
  • September 15: Fred Hersch Trio. The featured act of our series, Down Beat magazine calls Hersch a “brilliant composer and pianist.”
  • October 20: Paul Unger Septet. Unger’s group will perform “Pathway to Fusion,” the music of Miles Davis from the ’60s and ’70s.

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REMINDER: FREE Monthly Jazz Concert Thursday (May 19), Featuring The Jerry Hahn Quartet

Posted on May 17, 2011 | Leave a comment

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All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
If you are a jazz fan, then you will want to check out this year’s Third Thursday Jazz Series, sponsored by the Fort Worth Jazz Society.

This seven-concert series features an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent and is FREE and open to the public. The monthly lineup includes jazz guitarist Jerry Hahn, acclaimed by Rolling Stone Magazine; Paul Unger who has performed with such artists as Kevin Eubanks, Bob Newhart, Bernadette Peters, and Andrea Bocelli; as well as other fantastic jazz artists that will feature everything from swing jazz to Count Basie blues.

The Jerry Hahn Quartet ~ Featured May 19th.
The series continues this Thursday, May 19 and features Jerry Hahn and his quartet. One of the most celebrated guitarists of his generation, Hahn is an innovative musician who has made many contributions to the fusion movement. Rolling Stone calls this internationally known performer “One of the best jazz guitarists in the country.”

Details, details
What: For more information about the jazz series,  visit the website.
When: Thursday, May 19, 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below
for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can
park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking
garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket
validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • May 19: Jerry Hahn Quartet. Rolling Stone magazine called Hahn “one of the best jazz guitarists in the country.”
  • June 16: Corner Pocket. Featuring vocalist Tatiana Mayfield, this band will perform swinging songs from Basie to the Blues.
  • July 21: Duane Durrett Quintet. Featuring Victor Cager and Mack Goldsbury, this quintet will perform the songs of the great duo John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman.
  • August 18: Kristin Korb Trio. This acclaimed singer and bassist will take a fresh look at the great American songbook.
  • September 15: Fred Hersch Trio. The featured act of our series, Down Beat magazine calls Hersch a “brilliant composer and pianist.”
  • October 20: Paul Unger Septet. Unger’s group will perform “Pathway to Fusion,” the music of Miles Davis from the ’60s and ’70s.

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REMINDER: FREE Monthly Jazz Series Tomorrow (7/15), Featuring The Mack Goldsbury Quartet

Posted on July 14, 2010 | Leave a comment

  

:: All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
If you are a jazz fan, then you will want to check out Fort Worth’s 2010 Third
Thursday Jazz Series, sponsored by the Central Library and the City of Fort
Worth. This concert series features an outstanding list of nationally and
locally known talent and is FREE and open to the public. See the monthly
line up of artists for the rest of the summer season below.  

:: Grammy nominee, Mack Goldsbury will be featured Thursday.
This month’s Thursday (July 15) lineup highlights Tenor Saxophonist,
Mack Goldsbury and his amazing quartet.  He has received two Grammy
Award nominations and performed in sessions with music legends Stevie
Wonder, John Scofield, Joe Lovano, Tony Bennett and even Cher!   

This show promises to be a swinging romp through jazz classics – you
won’t want to miss it! 

:: Details, details
What: For more information about the jazz series, call 817-871-7705
    or visit the Fort Worth Central Library website.
When: Thursday, July 15, 6:30pm. See monthly lineup below for
    other monthly concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can
    park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage.
    The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have
    your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5
    hours on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.  


:: Third Thursday Jazz ~ Summer Series Monthly Lineup
July 15: Mack Goldsbury Quartet celebrates the sound of the
    tenor sax.
Aug. 19: Bruton & Price Swingmasters plays The Blue Side of Jazz.  

   

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REMINDER: FREE Monthly Jazz Series on Thursday (6/17), featuring The Joe Carter Quartet

Posted on June 14, 2010 | Leave a comment

  

:: All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
If you are a jazz fan, then you will want to check out Fort Worth’s 2010 Third
Thursday Jazz Series, sponsored by the Central Library and the City of Fort
Worth. This concert series features an outstanding list of nationally and
locally known talent and is FREE and open to the public.  See the monthly
line up of artists below. 

:: Internationally known Joe Carter will be featured Thursday.
This month’s Thursday (June 17) lineup includes recording artists, the
Joe Carter Jazz Quartet, a favorite of the Brazilian jazz scene.
Guitarist Joe Carter has performed around the world including New York
City, Trossingen/Germany, Paris/France, many venues in Brazil, and
even India.  Jazz Hot Magazine in France, describes Joe Carter as
having a “Modem guitar repertoire displaying remarkable technique
and imagination.”  

Thursday’s concert will feature the music of Thelonious Monk, one of
the most important figures in the history of jazz. 

:: Details, details
What: For more information about the jazz series, call 817-871-7705
    or visit the Fort Worth Central Library website.
When: Thursday, June 17, 6:30pm. See monthly lineup below for
    additional monthly concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can
    park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage.
    The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have
    your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5
    hours on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.  


:: Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup
June 17: Joe Carter Quartet will feature the music of Thelonious Monk.
July 15: Mack Goldsbury Quartet celebrates the sound of the
    tenor sax.
Aug. 19: Bruton & Price Swingmasters plays The Blue Side of Jazz. 

   

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REMINDER: FREE Monthly Jazz Series on Thursday (5/20), featuring Jay Clayton Quartet.

Posted on May 18, 2010 | Leave a comment

  

:: All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
If you are a jazz fan, then you will want to check out Fort Worth’s 2010 Third Thursday Jazz Series, sponsored by the Central Library and the City of Fort Worth. This concert series features an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent and is FREE and open to the public.  

:: Internationally known Jay Clayton will be featured Thursday.
This month’s Thursday (May 20) lineup includes vocalist Jay Clayton, a favorite of the New York and European jazz scenes.  Jay Clayton has performed at New York’s Lincoln Center and the Montmartre Jazz Festival in Paris, France.      

:: Details, details
What: For more information about the jazz series, call 817-871-7705
or visit the Fort Worth Central Library website .
When: Thursday, May 20, 6:30pm. See monthly lineup below for
additional monthly concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can
park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking
garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket
validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.  

:: Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup  

May 20: Jay Clayton sings silky smooth jazz standards.  

June 17: Joe Carter Quartet will feature the music of Thelonious Monk.  

July 15: Mack Goldsbury Quartet celebrates the sound of the tenor sax.  

Aug. 19: Bruton & Price Swingmasters plays The Blue Side of Jazz.  

   

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Hey Fort Worth Jazz Fans ~ A FREE Monthly Jazz Series Starts Thursday (3/18)!

Posted on March 16, 2010 | 2 comments

  

:: All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
If you are a jazz fan, then you will want to check out Fort Worth’s new Third Thursday Jazz Series, sponsored by the Central Library and the City of Fort Worth.  

This six-concert series features an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent and is FREE and open to the public. The monthly lineup includes vocalist Jay Clayton, who has performed at New York’s Lincoln Center; guitarist Dan Faehnle, who has toured with Diana Krall; and saxophonist Mack Goldsbury, who has twice been nominated for a Grammy Award.  

:: Paul Unger Sextet kicks off the Thursday Series.
The series kicks off  March 18 with the Paul Unger Sextet and will feature a complete performance of Miles Davis’ legendary album, Kind of Blue, the biggest selling jazz recording of all time.  The Miles Davis tribute band is led by bassist Paul Unger who has performed with such artists as Kevin Eubanks, Bobby Shew, Bob Newhart, Bernadette Peters, Jay Clayton and Andrea Bocelli. He also composed the soundtrack for the recently released film, Seventy-8.  

:: Details, details
What:  For more information about the jazz series, call 817-871-7705
or visit the Fort Worth Central Library website .
When: Thursday, March 18, 6:30pm.  See monthly lineup below for
 additional monthly concert dates. 
Where:  In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library.  You can
park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage.  The parking
garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket
validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours on weekdays.
Cost:  FREE, no ticket required.  

:: Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup  

March 18: The Paul Unger Sextet performs Miles Davis’ Kind of Blue.  

April 22: Dan Faehnle Quartet, considered one of the best guitarists today by Jazz Times Magazine. (April’s concert will be held on the fourth Thursday.)  

May 20: Jay Clayton sings silky smooth jazz standards.  

June 17: Joe Carter Quartet will feature the music of  Thelonious Monk.  

July 15: Mack Goldsbury Quartet celebrates the sound of the tenor sax.  

Aug. 19: Bruton & Price Swingmasters plays The Blue Side of Jazz.  

   

Enjoy! :)   

   

  

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