Andy Gross is the HOTTEST STAND-UP COMIC/MAGICIAN AND VENTRILOQUIST working today! He is considered the best by his peers in the entertainment industry. You may recognize him from his TV appearances, most recently in an NBC special featuring his talents. Andy is multi-talented combining stand-up comedy, magic and ventriloquism, and his ad libs are compared to Don Rickles and Robin Williams. His voice throwing is the best in the business and his paranormal phenomena is amazing to behold! Don't miss this rare opportunity to catch one of the best comics working today.
ON Ensemble features four of the world's most advanced taiko musicians performing original, percussive music with contemporary and world influences. On Ensemble's showcase presents the group's newest touring music, incorporating DJ turntable, western drum set, and Tuvan throat singing. Modern Drummer magazine calls On Ensemble, "an exciting taiko ensemble looking at new ways to apply traditional Japanese drums." ON Ensemble is generously supported by Miyamoto Unosuke Shoten, instrument maker to the emperor of Japan.
CALO FLAMENCO: Ballet de Martin Gaxiola is the rising star in the U.S. flamenco scene. This ensemble of dancers, musicians and singers keeps audiences on the edge of their seats with electrifying and dynamic presentations, and has gained critical acclaim from press and audiences alike. Under the direction of critically-acclaimed dancer/choreographer Martin Gaxiola and recording artist Chris Burton Jácome, this showcase will feature excerpts from “LEVANTO” and “CUADRO” and will arouse the passion of the human heart in a brilliant display that only flamenco can deliver.
By exercising great musicianship along with a keen sense of humor, the Lost Fingers unite their unique voices to create an ingenious tribute to the 80s in a swinging gypsy style of “Jazz Manouche” inspired by their mentor, Django Reinhardt. The Lost Fingers captivate their audience with their witty and jazzed-up renditions of nostalgic hits by the likes of AC/DC, Stevie Wonder, Technotronic, Bon Jovi, Michael Jackson, George Michael and Celine Dion.
Don McGlashan is one of New Zealands greatest songwriters and performers, with five entries in APRA New Zealands Top 100 Songs Of All Time. His career spans from seminal post-punk outfit Blam Blam Blam, to theatre experimentalists The Front Lawn, to platinum selling band The Mutton Birds, to recent world tours as special guest and unofficial 5th member of Crowded House. Songs from his latest album Marvellous Year have been described as observations of the ways in which the profound and mundane rub up against each other. He performs solo on guitar, euphonium and loops.
Indian Ink has a reputation for “total theatre which offers humanity and psychological insight in a package of good plain laughs, luminous performances and brilliant staging” (Dom Post). The company’s four productions tour extensively and ‘Krishnan’s Dairy’ has become a New Zealand classic. Gobi and Zina Krishnan keep their dreams stacked on the shelves of their struggling corner shop – Krishnan’s Dairy. A virtuoso solo performance illuminates the hopeful, vulnerable lives of this immigrant shopkeeper couple and reveals a love story to rival that of the Taj Mahal.
Showcasing UNTIL MIDNIGHT. Internationally acclaimed harpist, composer & educator. Frequently invited by presenters to return engagements (TWELVE TIMES by Yavapai College, AZ) • RECITALS, EDUCATIONAL ASSEMBLIES, FAMILY PROGRAMS • Enjoy spectacular traditional music from South America, land of the harp, classical, original compositions and Latin favorites • WINNER, BEVERLY HILLS CHAMBER MUSIC AUDITIONS 2009 • WINNER, PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS IN SCHOOLS AWARD 2004 • Four times featured soloist at the WORLD HARP CONGRESS • GOLD RECORD WINNER • He considers his most important concert playing in the delivery room during the birth of his second daughter!
Robert Michaels will showcase his high energy guitar performance demonstrating the highest musical quality, broadly appealing entertainment value and cultural variety.
Artist: Calle Sur Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at the Sheraton Phoenix
Calle Sur - The Music of Latin America.
This lively and charismatic Latin ensemble brings you to your feet with a Brazilian "samba" one moment, wraps you in a Cuban "guajira" the next. Edgar East (Panamanian) and Karin Stein (Colombian) blend their voices to near perfection as they paint a musical mural of Latin America with a large diversity of instruments and rhythms. Formal concerts, dance music programs, outreach, and symphony programs available. http://www.callesur.com
Artist: Anna and Kasha Karkowska Karkowska Sisters Duo Discipline:Classical/Chamber Music Showcase Location:Laveen A Room-Sheraton
Karkowska Sisters Duo is an award winning, internationally acclaimed ensemble that performs extraordinary programs of Virtuosity and Laughter, full of beautiful music, unforgettable stories & comedy creating spectacular entertainment for everyone: “part shtick, part virtuosity...the audience went wild”. First Prize Winners, Julliard&Chopin Academy graduates, TV&Radio guests including PBS, Buffalo performed at Carnegie Hall & Gusman Center to standing ovations, encores and rave reviews: “amazing”, “stunning…better played that Itzhak Perlman’s own recording”, “breathtaking”.
Artist: Lula Washington Dance Theatre Lula Washington Dance Theatre Discipline:Dance Showcase Location:Herberger Theater Center Directions: Head south on 3rd Street. Take a right on Monroe Street. Herberger Theater Center is at 222 Monroe Street
Lula Washington Dance Theatre will present excerpts of new material from its upcoming 30th anniversary tour, featuring a mesmerizing work by Rennie Harris mixing hiphop, house, and gospel dancing. Rennie says this is his best work yet. Other works include Beautiful Venus and Serena by Tamica Washington-Miller, focusing on sisterhood and competition between the tennis-playing sisters, and Lula Washington’s newest work, Just Fela, which she created for her upcoming tour to the Henan Province of China. Lula will also show other favorites and a sneak look at her new www.CONNECTIONS.2010, which she is creating for Peak Performances at Montclair State University in New Jersey. Lula Washington’s 2009-10 tour will visit 17 theaters across the U.S., and is funded in part by the National Dance Project. Also, see several other artist showcases at the same theater between 8 pm and midnight. Showcasing dance companies include: Eugene Ballet; Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Company; Polaris Dance Company; and Marcus L. Miller's Jazz Movement Exchange. Refreshments will be served at the showcase.
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 09:30pm
09/03/2009 10:30pm
8:00pm
Artist: Real Good Music Showcases Real Good Music Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:Encanto Room ( Sheraton 2nd floor )
Real Good Music agency niche? A wide range of great Celtic artists. Our Thur. showcase 8pm-12am Encanto, reflects that diversity. CARA-Germany, Trad/Cont Irish won WAA Juried showcase, OLD BLIND DOGS-Scotland, Band of the Year-Scots Award, POGEY-Canada, Nova Scotia Celtic-Rock, SLIDE-Ireland, Irish Music Magazine-Best Trad Band, & Arts Midwest Juried Showcase winner, 2DUOS-Germany-Scotland, wonderful blend of German, Irish & Scottish.
Cara 9 & 10:40
Old Blind Dogs 8, 9:40
& 11:20
Pogey 8:20, 10 & 11:40,
Slide 9:20, 11, 12
2Duos 8:40 & 10:20
8:00pm
Artist: Hutchins Consort The Hutchins Consort Discipline:Classical/Chamber Music Showcase Location:Desert Sky Banquet Room Directions: Desert Sky, located in the Sheraton Hotel, on the third floor
The Hutchins Consort represents the apex of acoustic violin string invention, and they are the only professional ensemble in the world today performing on an octet of harmonically matched stringed instruments designed and hand-crafted by American Luthier and acoustic scientist, Dr. Carleen Hutchins. The scope of their musical domain includes classical, baroque, jazz, and world music. Yet as offbeat and unusual as they are, the Hutchins Consort’s commitment to advancing the repertoire gives them a mainstream relevance that few chamber music ensembles possess.
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 8:00pm
8:05pm
Artist: Dala S.L. Feldman & Associates Discipline:Pop/Band/Rock/Country Music Showcase Location:Sheraton Phoenix Downtown
Amanda Walther and Sheila Carabine of Dala ( the duo’s name was formed by combining the two last letters of each artist’s name) have come a long way in a short time. The two best friends, who met in their high school music class and wrote their first song together in 2002, have since performed at Toronto’s legendary Massey Hall a total of six times. Darlings of the Canadian music scene, Dala are now poised to bring their fresh brand of acoustic pop music to the world.
8:20pm
Artist: Franc D'Ambrosio Center Productions, Inc. Discipline:Musical Showcase Location:Sheraton Cave Creek Rm 3rd Floor
Franc D'Ambrosio (who held the title "World's Longest Running Phantom" for over a decade) will be debuting an exerpt from his newest show "Franc D'Ambrosio - Songs From The Greatest Generation".
Grammy Winner Darlene Koldenhoven sings and looks like an angel in her mesmerizing, solo concert from her #1 classical crossover album, Infinite Voice. Blending elements of Classical, Pop, World, and Symphony Pops. Darlene’s repertoire includes fresh musical arrangements of classical favorites, arias, movie themes, Broadway & Jazz Standards, pieces from Stravinsky to Sting, and Darlene’s beautiful originals. Darlene’s unique holiday concert includes songs from her #1 Holiday classical crossover album, Heavenly Peace. Fresh Christmas arrangements of traditional favorites and much more. Darlene has that kind of special artistic quality that stays with audiences long after her last glorious note.
Artist: Nyle Wolfe Robin Klinger Entertainment LLC Discipline:Musical Showcase Location:Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, Maryvale A, 2nd Floor Directions: Confrence Hotel,
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown
Room: Maryvale A
Floor: Second
“The Emerald Isle to the Great White Way”
Multi award winning Irish tenor Nyle Wolfe has enjoyed a residency on the international operatic circuit since he graduated London’s Royal Academy and Zurich’s Opera Studio. He has starred in thousands of performances and has sung for world leader’s including Queen Elizabeth and Bill Clinton. His unforgettable show is a musical and often humorous journey from his native Ireland to glorious Italian opera houses, romantic Parisian cafés and Broadway.
“Splendid” Irish Examiner “Stylish” Irish Times
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 10:05pm
8:30pm
Artist: Steve Lucky and the Rhumba Bums The Berkeley Agency Discipline:Jazz/Roots/Blues Music Showcase Location:The Wrigley Mansion Directions: South on N 3rd St
Left at E Van Buren St
Left at N 7th St
Right at E Camelback Rd
Left at N 24th St
Continue straight to stay on N 24th St
Right at E Arizona Biltmore Circle
Right at E Telewa Trail
Arrive: Wrigley Mansion
2501 E Telewa Trl
602-955-4079
Drawing from such legends as Count Basie, Louis Jordan, T-Bone Walker and Ruth Brown, Steve Lucky & the Rhumba Bums featuring Carmen Getit have a true respect for the original roots of Jazz and Blues. Featuring Steve Lucky's soulful piano the vivacious Carmen Getit's impressive guitar playing, this energetic sextet has been lauded as "Great musicians playing the heck out of great songs”. Join us for a showcase and drinks at the beautiful Wrigley mansion, a short 10 min drive from the Sheraton Hotel from 8:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Showcasing UNTIL MIDNIGHT. Internationally acclaimed harpist, composer & educator. Frequently invited by presenters to return engagements (TWELVE TIMES by Yavapai College, AZ) • RECITALS, EDUCATIONAL ASSEMBLIES, FAMILY PROGRAMS • Enjoy spectacular traditional music from South America, land of the harp, classical, original compositions and Latin favorites • WINNER, BEVERLY HILLS CHAMBER MUSIC AUDITIONS 2009 • WINNER, PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS IN SCHOOLS AWARD 2004 • Four times featured soloist at the WORLD HARP CONGRESS • GOLD RECORD WINNER • He considers his most important concert playing in the delivery room during the birth of his second daughter!
Artist: Valerie Sneade BAM! Baird Artists Management Discipline:Pop/Band/Rock/Country Music Showcase Location:Sheraton Phoenix, Cave Creek Room, 3rd Floor
Who’s THAT Girl?
The story of a girl who found her voice by getting lost on the way to Broadway
Valerie Sneade has been described as “a diva in the making” with “powerhouse
pipes and a beaming stage personality.” Her fresh, youthful approach adds a pop
and contemporary edge to her legit, concert-hall training. It is a combination
that has proven popular with audiences of all ages, evidenced by her sold-out
shows. “Ms Sneade is a formidable singer with a giant voice . . . , a wondrous talent for mimicry, and a pure, lush tone.” Worcester Telegram, MA
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 9:40pm
8:40pm
Artist: Kate MacLeod Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at the Sheraton Phoenix
Kate MacLeod is a compelling performer, vocalist, songwriter and fiddler. Her songwriting
style and performances display an unbreakable link between traditional music and cutting-edge, contemporary songwriting. Kate will be showcasing her original songs. www.KateMacLeod.com
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 9:40PM
09/03/2009 10:40PM
8:40pm
Artist: Darryl Harper Looking Forward Productions Discipline:Jazz/Roots/Blues Music Showcase Location:Laveen A Room - Sheraton Hotel Phoenix
Darryl Harper: Stories in Real Time
Clarinetist and composer Darryl Harper leads a jazz ensemble noted for its rich mixture of oil-cured harmonies, humorous tales, pensive imagery, and riotous flights. With influences from Ethiopia to New Orleans and Brahms to James Brown, the group performs original music with video, dance, and poetry. Stories in Real Time, Harper’s fifth album with the Hipnotic Records label, is scheduled for release in October 2009.
Additional dates/times:
09/02/2009 10:20PM
09/03/2009 8:40 PM
8:40pm
Artist: Darryl Harper Looking Forward Productions Discipline:Jazz/Roots/Blues Music Showcase Location:Laveen A Room - Sheraton Hotel P
See description 09/01/2009 at 9:00pm.
8:50pm
Artist: Laura Ellis in Femme Fatale Kamstar Artist Management Discipline:Musical Showcase Location:2nd Floor, MARYVALE A Directions: Showcase: Sheraton, 2nd floor, Maryvale A.
Turn left from the elevators, then a quick right down the hall, room is on the Right side, in the middle.
During WAA: Come visit Laura Ellis at Kamstar Artist Management - the purple booth #808
A “Film Noir” musical tale of intrigue, double-cross, feminine wiles, & fabulous songs. This story of love, passion, and consequences begins…as they all do…on a dark night, in a seedy lounge. The tale unfolds with the dazzling voice of Femme Fatale, Laura Ellis; the music of her jazz band; and the surprise plot twists, revealed in black & white movie clips, edited from her “mark’s” point of view.
What is more fun than going to the movies?
Going to the movies with music of Laura Ellis, singing Temptation, Again, That Old Black Magic, & Put the Blame on Mame.
#808
Showcasing UNTIL MIDNIGHT. Internationally acclaimed harpist, composer & educator. Frequently invited by presenters to return engagements (TWELVE TIMES by Yavapai College, AZ) • RECITALS, EDUCATIONAL ASSEMBLIES, FAMILY PROGRAMS • Enjoy spectacular traditional music from South America, land of the harp, classical, original compositions and Latin favorites • WINNER, BEVERLY HILLS CHAMBER MUSIC AUDITIONS 2009 • WINNER, PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS IN SCHOOLS AWARD 2004 • Four times featured soloist at the WORLD HARP CONGRESS • GOLD RECORD WINNER • He considers his most important concert playing in the delivery room during the birth of his second daughter!
Robert Michaels will showcase his high energy guitar performance demonstrating the highest musical quality, broadly appealing entertainment value and cultural variety.
Artist: Calle Sur Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at the Sheraton Phoenix
Calle Sur - The Music of Latin America.
This lively and charismatic Latin ensemble brings you to your feet with a Brazilian "samba" one moment, wraps you in a Cuban "guajira" the next. Edgar East (Panamanian) and Karin Stein (Colombian) blend their voices to near perfection as they paint a musical mural of Latin America with a large diversity of instruments and rhythms. Formal concerts, dance music programs, outreach, and symphony programs available. http://www.callesur.com
Artist: Calle Sur Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at the Shera
See description at 8:00pm.
9:00pm
Artist: TAARKA Taarka Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:Laveen A room Directions: Sheraton Hotel
sept. 1st in the Laveen A room at 9:20pm
sept. 1st in the Estrella room at 10:30pm
sept. 3rd in the Laveen A room at 9:00pm
TAARKA is a award winning virtuosic ensemble of violin, mandolin, gypsy guitar, cello, upright bass, foot percussion + vocals featuring high-energy performance and innovative, beautiful compositions and songs, weaving the sounds of old and new from world folk, celtic, bluegrass, jazz, and classical performed rock energy and master musicianship!!
Additional dates/times:
09/01/2009 10:30pm 09/03/2009 9:00pm
9:00pm
Artist: TAARKA Taarka Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:Laveen A Room
See description 9/1 at 9:20 pm.
9:15pm
Artist: Rhythmic Circus Robin Klinger Entertainment LLC Discipline:Dance Showcase Location:Maryvale A Directions: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown-2nd Floor
Rhythmic Circus has quickly risen from an underground percussive-dance phenomenon to a mainstream live performance company that consists of the Twin Cities’ hottest and hippest tap dancers, musicians & vocalists. Infusing rapid-fire tap, high-spirited humor, toe-tapping rhythms and finger-snapping tunes, Rhythmic Circus uses innovative techniques that raise the bar of their art form. “The dancers have limbs and torsos seemingly suspended by marionette strings, and feet that bounced as though on springs!”-HowWasTheShow.com
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 10:55pm
9:20pm
Artist: ON Ensemble Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at Sheraton Phoenix
ON Ensemble features four of the world's most advanced taiko musicians performing original, percussive music with contemporary and world
influences. ON Ensemble's showcase presents the group's newest touring music, incorporating DJ turntable, western drum set, and Tuvan throat singing. Modern Drummer magazine calls ON Ensemble, "an exciting taiko ensemble looking at new ways to apply traditional Japanese drums."
ON Ensemble is generously supported by Miyamoto Unosuke Shoten, instrument maker to the emperor of Japan. www.onensemble.org
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 9:20PM
9:20pm
Artist: ON Ensemble Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at Sheraton
See description 09/01/2009 at 9:20pm.
9:20pm
Artist: Franc D'Ambrosio Center Productions, Inc. Discipline:Musical Showcase Location:Sheraton Cave Creek Rm 3rd Floor
Franc D'Ambrosio (who held the title "World's Longest Running Phantom" for over a decade) will be debuting an exerpt from his newest show "Franc D'Ambrosio - Songs From The Greatest Generation".
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 9:20PM
09/03/2009 10:20PM
9:20pm
Artist: Franc D'Ambrosio Center Productions, Inc. Discipline:Musical Showcase Location:Sheraton Cave Creek Rm 3rd Floor
Grammy Winner Darlene Koldenhoven sings and looks like an angel in her mesmerizing, solo concert from her #1 classical crossover album, Infinite Voice. Blending elements of Classical, Pop, World, and Symphony Pops. Darlene’s repertoire includes fresh musical arrangements of classical favorites, arias, movie themes, Broadway & Jazz Standards, pieces from Stravinsky to Sting, and Darlene’s beautiful originals. Darlene’s unique holiday concert includes songs from her #1 Holiday classical crossover album, Heavenly Peace. Fresh Christmas arrangements of traditional favorites and much more. Darlene has that kind of special artistic quality that stays with audiences long after her last glorious note.
Artist: Anna and Kasha Karkowska Karkowska Sisters Duo Discipline:Classical/Chamber Music Showcase Location:Laveen A Room-Sheraton
Karkowska Sisters Duo is an award winning, internationally acclaimed ensemble that performs extraordinary programs of Virtuosity and Laughter, full of beautiful music, unforgettable stories & comedy creating spectacular entertainment for everyone: “part shtick, part virtuosity...the audience went wild”. First Prize Winners, Julliard&Chopin Academy graduates, TV&Radio guests including PBS, Buffalo performed at Carnegie Hall & Gusman Center to standing ovations, encores and rave reviews: “amazing”, “stunning…better played that Itzhak Perlman’s own recording”, “breathtaking”.
Artist: Lula Washington Dance Theatre Lula Washington Dance Theatre Discipline:Dance Showcase Location:Herberger Theater Center Directions: Head south on 3rd Street. Take a right on Monroe Street. Herberger Theater Center is at 222 Monroe Street
Lula Washington Dance Theatre will present excerpts of new material from its upcoming 30th anniversary tour, featuring a mesmerizing work by Rennie Harris mixing hiphop, house, and gospel dancing. Rennie says this is his best work yet. Other works include Beautiful Venus and Serena by Tamica Washington-Miller, focusing on sisterhood and competition between the tennis-playing sisters, and Lula Washington’s newest work, Just Fela, which she created for her upcoming tour to the Henan Province of China. Lula will also show other favorites and a sneak look at her new www.CONNECTIONS.2010, which she is creating for Peak Performances at Montclair State University in New Jersey. Lula Washington’s 2009-10 tour will visit 17 theaters across the U.S., and is funded in part by the National Dance Project. Also, see several other artist showcases at the same theater between 8 pm and midnight. Showcasing dance companies include: Eugene Ballet; Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Company; Polaris Dance Company; and Marcus L. Miller's Jazz Movement Exchange. Refreshments will be served at the showcase.
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 09:30pm
09/03/2009 10:30pm
9:30pm
Artist: Lula Washington Dance Theatre Lula Washington Dance Theatre Discipline:Dance Showcase Location:Herberger Theater Center Directions: Head south on 3rd Street. Take a right on Monroe Street. Herberger Theater Center is at 222 Monroe Street
See description at 8:00pm.
9:30pm
Artist: Steve Lucky and the Rhumba Bums The Berkeley Agency Discipline:Jazz/Roots/Blues Music Showcase Location:The Wrigley Mansion Directions: South on N 3rd St
Left at E Van Buren St
Left at N 7th St
Right at E Camelback Rd
Left at N 24th St
Continue straight to stay on N 24th St
Right at E Arizona Biltmore Circle
Right at E Telewa Trail
Arrive: Wrigley Mansion
2501 E Telewa Trl
602-955-4079
Drawing from such legends as Count Basie, Louis Jordan, T-Bone Walker and Ruth Brown, Steve Lucky & the Rhumba Bums featuring Carmen Getit have a true respect for the original roots of Jazz and Blues. Featuring Steve Lucky's soulful piano the vivacious Carmen Getit's impressive guitar playing, this energetic sextet has been lauded as "Great musicians playing the heck out of great songs”. Join us for a showcase and drinks at the beautiful Wrigley mansion, a short 10 min drive from the Sheraton Hotel from 8:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Showcasing UNTIL MIDNIGHT. Internationally acclaimed harpist, composer & educator. Frequently invited by presenters to return engagements (TWELVE TIMES by Yavapai College, AZ) • RECITALS, EDUCATIONAL ASSEMBLIES, FAMILY PROGRAMS • Enjoy spectacular traditional music from South America, land of the harp, classical, original compositions and Latin favorites • WINNER, BEVERLY HILLS CHAMBER MUSIC AUDITIONS 2009 • WINNER, PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS IN SCHOOLS AWARD 2004 • Four times featured soloist at the WORLD HARP CONGRESS • GOLD RECORD WINNER • He considers his most important concert playing in the delivery room during the birth of his second daughter!
Artist: Valerie Sneade BAM! Baird Artists Management Discipline:Pop/Band/Rock/Country Music Showcase Location:Sheraton Phoenix, Cave Creek Room, 3rd Floor
Who’s THAT Girl?
The story of a girl who found her voice by getting lost on the way to Broadway
Valerie Sneade has been described as “a diva in the making” with “powerhouse
pipes and a beaming stage personality.” Her fresh, youthful approach adds a pop
and contemporary edge to her legit, concert-hall training. It is a combination
that has proven popular with audiences of all ages, evidenced by her sold-out
shows. “Ms Sneade is a formidable singer with a giant voice . . . , a wondrous talent for mimicry, and a pure, lush tone.” Worcester Telegram, MA
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 9:40pm
9:40pm
Artist: Valerie Snead BAM! Baird Artists Management Discipline:Pop/Band/Rock/Country Music Showcase Location:Sheraton Phoenix, Cave Creek Roo
See description at 8:40 pm
9:40pm
Artist: Kate MacLeod Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at the Sheraton Phoenix
Kate MacLeod is a compelling performer, vocalist, songwriter and fiddler. Her songwriting
style and performances display an unbreakable link between traditional music and cutting-edge, contemporary songwriting. Kate will be showcasing her original songs. www.KateMacLeod.com
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 9:40PM
09/03/2009 10:40PM
9:40pm
Artist: Bella Sorella Robin Klinger Entertainment LLC Discipline:Other Showcase Location: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, 2nd floor, Maryvale A
Bella Sorella – Nova and Susanna Jiménez with piano, violin, and cello accompaniment – is an award-winning vocal ensemble that combines classical and contemporary styles in melodic duets that span 300 years and seven languages. This soprano duo lays a bedrock of operatic method underneath a patina of classical, pop, and Broadway sounds. Bella Sorella seamlessly combines the likes of Queen, Puccini, and the Broadway hits of Bernstein in one show.
Showcasing UNTIL MIDNIGHT. Internationally acclaimed harpist, composer & educator. Frequently invited by presenters to return engagements (TWELVE TIMES by Yavapai College, AZ) • RECITALS, EDUCATIONAL ASSEMBLIES, FAMILY PROGRAMS • Enjoy spectacular traditional music from South America, land of the harp, classical, original compositions and Latin favorites • WINNER, BEVERLY HILLS CHAMBER MUSIC AUDITIONS 2009 • WINNER, PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS IN SCHOOLS AWARD 2004 • Four times featured soloist at the WORLD HARP CONGRESS • GOLD RECORD WINNER • He considers his most important concert playing in the delivery room during the birth of his second daughter!
Robert Michaels will showcase his high energy guitar performance demonstrating the highest musical quality, broadly appealing entertainment value and cultural variety.
Artist: Calle Sur Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at the Sheraton Phoenix
Calle Sur - The Music of Latin America.
This lively and charismatic Latin ensemble brings you to your feet with a Brazilian "samba" one moment, wraps you in a Cuban "guajira" the next. Edgar East (Panamanian) and Karin Stein (Colombian) blend their voices to near perfection as they paint a musical mural of Latin America with a large diversity of instruments and rhythms. Formal concerts, dance music programs, outreach, and symphony programs available. http://www.callesur.com
Artist: Calle Sur Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at the Shera
See description at 8:00pm.
10:00pm
Artist: Anna and Kasha Karkowska Karkowska Sisters Duo Discipline:Classical/Chamber Music Showcase Location:Laveen A Room-Sheraton
Karkowska Sisters Duo is an award winning, internationally acclaimed ensemble that performs extraordinary programs of Virtuosity and Laughter, full of beautiful music, unforgettable stories & comedy creating spectacular entertainment for everyone: “part shtick, part virtuosity...the audience went wild”. First Prize Winners, Julliard&Chopin Academy graduates, TV&Radio guests including PBS, Buffalo performed at Carnegie Hall & Gusman Center to standing ovations, encores and rave reviews: “amazing”, “stunning…better played that Itzhak Perlman’s own recording”, “breathtaking”.
Artist: Nyle Wolfe Robin Klinger Entertainment LLC Discipline:Musical Showcase Location:Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, Maryvale A, 2nd Floor Directions: Confrence Hotel,
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown
Room: Maryvale A
Floor: Second
“The Emerald Isle to the Great White Way”
Multi award winning Irish tenor Nyle Wolfe has enjoyed a residency on the international operatic circuit since he graduated London’s Royal Academy and Zurich’s Opera Studio. He has starred in thousands of performances and has sung for world leader’s including Queen Elizabeth and Bill Clinton. His unforgettable show is a musical and often humorous journey from his native Ireland to glorious Italian opera houses, romantic Parisian cafés and Broadway.
“Splendid” Irish Examiner “Stylish” Irish Times
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 10:05pm
10:20pm
Artist: Franc D'Ambrosio Center Productions, Inc. Discipline:Musical Showcase Location:Sheraton Cave Creek Rm 3rd Floor
Franc D'Ambrosio (who held the title "World's Longest Running Phantom" for over a decade) will be debuting an exerpt from his newest show "Franc D'Ambrosio - Songs From The Greatest Generation".
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 9:20PM
09/03/2009 10:20PM
10:20pm
Artist: Sheraton Cave Creek Rm 3rd Floor Center Productions, Inc. Discipline:Musical Showcase Location:Franc D'Ambrosio
Grammy Winner Darlene Koldenhoven sings and looks like an angel in her mesmerizing, solo concert from her #1 classical crossover album, Infinite Voice. Blending elements of Classical, Pop, World, and Symphony Pops. Darlene’s repertoire includes fresh musical arrangements of classical favorites, arias, movie themes, Broadway & Jazz Standards, pieces from Stravinsky to Sting, and Darlene’s beautiful originals. Darlene’s unique holiday concert includes songs from her #1 Holiday classical crossover album, Heavenly Peace. Fresh Christmas arrangements of traditional favorites and much more. Darlene has that kind of special artistic quality that stays with audiences long after her last glorious note.
Artist: Roberta Carrieri SRO Artists, Inc. Discipline:Pop/Band/Rock/Country Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room, 2nd floor
Part clown, stilt-walker and performance-artist, dressed as a fetishist Barbie, wrapped in cellophane, with guitar in hand and chewing gum in her mouth. Out there on the provocative edge, Roberta Carrieri loves to transform herself, but above all she loves to sing and write songs. She has an unmistakable voice; personal yet powerful, compelling with touches of irony, she easily moves easily from heady swirling vocalism to simple memorable yet sophisticated melody. Currently residing in Milan, Roberta is the lead singer for Italian folk/techno band, Fiamma Fumana.
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 11:20 pm
10:30pm
Artist: Laura Ellis in Femme Fatale Kamstar Artist Management Discipline:Musical Showcase Location:2nd Floor, MARYVALE A Directions: Showcase: Sheraton, 2nd floor, Maryvale A.
Turn left from the elevators, then a quick right down the hall, room is on the Right side, in the middle.
During WAA: Come visit Laura Ellis at Kamstar Artist Management - the purple booth #808
A “Film Noir” musical tale of intrigue, double-cross, feminine wiles, & fabulous songs. This story of love, passion, and consequences begins…as they all do…on a dark night, in a seedy lounge. The tale unfolds with the dazzling voice of Femme Fatale, Laura Ellis; the music of her jazz band; and the surprise plot twists, revealed in black & white movie clips, edited from her “mark’s” point of view.
What is more fun than going to the movies?
Going to the movies with music of Laura Ellis, singing Temptation, Again, That Old Black Magic, & Put the Blame on Mame.
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09/03/2009 10:30pm
10:30pm
Artist: Laura Ellis in Femme Fatale Kamstar Artist Management Discipline:Musical Showcase Location:2nd Floor, MARYVALE A
A “Film Noir” musical tale of intrigue, double-cross, feminine wiles, & fabulous songs. This story of love, passion, and consequences begins…as they all do…on a dark night, in a seedy lounge. The tale unfolds with the dazzling voice of Femme Fatale, Laura Ellis; the music of her jazz band; and the surprise plot twists, revealed in black & white movie clips, edited from her “mark’s” point of view.
What is more fun than going to the movies?
Going to the movies with music of Laura Ellis, singing Temptation, Again, That Old Black Magic, & Put the Blame on Mame.
#808
10:30pm
Artist: Lula Washington Dance Theatre Lula Washington Dance Theatre Discipline:Dance Showcase Location:Herberger Theater Center Directions: Head south on 3rd Street. Take a right on Monroe Street. Herberger Theater Center is at 222 Monroe Street
Lula Washington Dance Theatre will present excerpts of new material from its upcoming 30th anniversary tour, featuring a mesmerizing work by Rennie Harris mixing hiphop, house, and gospel dancing. Rennie says this is his best work yet. Other works include Beautiful Venus and Serena by Tamica Washington-Miller, focusing on sisterhood and competition between the tennis-playing sisters, and Lula Washington’s newest work, Just Fela, which she created for her upcoming tour to the Henan Province of China. Lula will also show other favorites and a sneak look at her new www.CONNECTIONS.2010, which she is creating for Peak Performances at Montclair State University in New Jersey. Lula Washington’s 2009-10 tour will visit 17 theaters across the U.S., and is funded in part by the National Dance Project. Also, see several other artist showcases at the same theater between 8 pm and midnight. Showcasing dance companies include: Eugene Ballet; Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Company; Polaris Dance Company; and Marcus L. Miller's Jazz Movement Exchange. Refreshments will be served at the showcase.
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 09:30pm
09/03/2009 10:30pm
10:30pm
Artist: Lula Washington Dance Theatre Lula Washington Dance Theatre Discipline:Dance Showcase Location:Herberger Theater Center Directions: Head south on 3rd Street. Take a right on Monroe Street. Herberger Theater Center is at 222 Monroe Street
See description at 8:00pm.
10:30pm
Artist: Steve Lucky and the Rhumba Bums The Berkeley Agency Discipline:Jazz/Roots/Blues Music Showcase Location:The Wrigley Mansion Directions: South on N 3rd St
Left at E Van Buren St
Left at N 7th St
Right at E Camelback Rd
Left at N 24th St
Continue straight to stay on N 24th St
Right at E Arizona Biltmore Circle
Right at E Telewa Trail
Arrive: Wrigley Mansion
2501 E Telewa Trl
602-955-4079
Drawing from such legends as Count Basie, Louis Jordan, T-Bone Walker and Ruth Brown, Steve Lucky & the Rhumba Bums featuring Carmen Getit have a true respect for the original roots of Jazz and Blues. Featuring Steve Lucky's soulful piano the vivacious Carmen Getit's impressive guitar playing, this energetic sextet has been lauded as "Great musicians playing the heck out of great songs”. Join us for a showcase and drinks at the beautiful Wrigley mansion, a short 10 min drive from the Sheraton Hotel from 8:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Showcasing UNTIL MIDNIGHT. Internationally acclaimed harpist, composer & educator. Frequently invited by presenters to return engagements (TWELVE TIMES by Yavapai College, AZ) • RECITALS, EDUCATIONAL ASSEMBLIES, FAMILY PROGRAMS • Enjoy spectacular traditional music from South America, land of the harp, classical, original compositions and Latin favorites • WINNER, BEVERLY HILLS CHAMBER MUSIC AUDITIONS 2009 • WINNER, PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS IN SCHOOLS AWARD 2004 • Four times featured soloist at the WORLD HARP CONGRESS • GOLD RECORD WINNER • He considers his most important concert playing in the delivery room during the birth of his second daughter!
Artist: Kate MacLeod Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at the Sheraton Phoenix
Kate MacLeod is a compelling performer, vocalist, songwriter and fiddler. Her songwriting
style and performances display an unbreakable link between traditional music and cutting-edge, contemporary songwriting. Kate will be showcasing her original songs. www.KateMacLeod.com
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09/03/2009 9:40PM
09/03/2009 10:40PM
10:40pm
Artist: Anna and Kasha Karkowska Karkowska Sisters Duo Discipline:Classical/Chamber Music Showcase Location:Laveen A Room-Sheraton
Karkowska Sisters Duo is an award winning, internationally acclaimed ensemble that performs extraordinary programs of Virtuosity and Laughter, full of beautiful music, unforgettable stories & comedy creating spectacular entertainment for everyone: “part shtick, part virtuosity...the audience went wild”. First Prize Winners, Julliard&Chopin Academy graduates, TV&Radio guests including PBS, Buffalo performed at Carnegie Hall & Gusman Center to standing ovations, encores and rave reviews: “amazing”, “stunning…better played that Itzhak Perlman’s own recording”, “breathtaking”.
Artist: Rhythmic Circus Robin Klinger Entertainment LLC Discipline:Dance Showcase Location:Maryvale A Directions: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown-2nd Floor
Rhythmic Circus has quickly risen from an underground percussive-dance phenomenon to a mainstream live performance company that consists of the Twin Cities’ hottest and hippest tap dancers, musicians & vocalists. Infusing rapid-fire tap, high-spirited humor, toe-tapping rhythms and finger-snapping tunes, Rhythmic Circus uses innovative techniques that raise the bar of their art form. “The dancers have limbs and torsos seemingly suspended by marionette strings, and feet that bounced as though on springs!”-HowWasTheShow.com
Showcasing UNTIL MIDNIGHT. Internationally acclaimed harpist, composer & educator. Frequently invited by presenters to return engagements (TWELVE TIMES by Yavapai College, AZ) • RECITALS, EDUCATIONAL ASSEMBLIES, FAMILY PROGRAMS • Enjoy spectacular traditional music from South America, land of the harp, classical, original compositions and Latin favorites • WINNER, BEVERLY HILLS CHAMBER MUSIC AUDITIONS 2009 • WINNER, PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS IN SCHOOLS AWARD 2004 • Four times featured soloist at the WORLD HARP CONGRESS • GOLD RECORD WINNER • He considers his most important concert playing in the delivery room during the birth of his second daughter!
Robert Michaels will showcase his high energy guitar performance demonstrating the highest musical quality, broadly appealing entertainment value and cultural variety.
Artist: Calle Sur Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at the Sheraton Phoenix
Calle Sur - The Music of Latin America.
This lively and charismatic Latin ensemble brings you to your feet with a Brazilian "samba" one moment, wraps you in a Cuban "guajira" the next. Edgar East (Panamanian) and Karin Stein (Colombian) blend their voices to near perfection as they paint a musical mural of Latin America with a large diversity of instruments and rhythms. Formal concerts, dance music programs, outreach, and symphony programs available. http://www.callesur.com
Artist: Calle Sur Cadence Arts Network, Inc. Discipline:Folk/Ethnic/World Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room at the Shera
See description at 8:00pm.
11:20pm
Artist: Bella Sorella Robin Klinger Entertainment LLC Discipline:Other Showcase Location: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, 2nd floor, Maryvale A
Bella Sorella – Nova and Susanna Jiménez with piano, violin, and cello accompaniment – is an award-winning vocal ensemble that combines classical and contemporary styles in melodic duets that span 300 years and seven languages. This soprano duo lays a bedrock of operatic method underneath a patina of classical, pop, and Broadway sounds. Bella Sorella seamlessly combines the likes of Queen, Puccini, and the Broadway hits of Bernstein in one show.
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09/03/2009 11:20pm
11:20pm
Artist: Roberta Carrieri SRO Artists, Inc. Discipline:Pop/Band/Rock/Country Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room, 2nd floor
Part clown, stilt-walker and performance-artist, dressed as a fetishist Barbie, wrapped in cellophane, with guitar in hand and chewing gum in her mouth. Out there on the provocative edge, Roberta Carrieri loves to transform herself, but above all she loves to sing and write songs. She has an unmistakable voice; personal yet powerful, compelling with touches of irony, she easily moves easily from heady swirling vocalism to simple memorable yet sophisticated melody. Currently residing in Milan, Roberta is the lead singer for Italian folk/techno band, Fiamma Fumana.
Additional dates/times:
09/03/2009 11:20 pm
11:20pm
Artist: Roberta Carrieri SRO Artists, Inc. Discipline:Pop/Band/Rock/Country Music Showcase Location:South Mountain Room, 2nd floor
Showcasing UNTIL MIDNIGHT. Internationally acclaimed harpist, composer & educator. Frequently invited by presenters to return engagements (TWELVE TIMES by Yavapai College, AZ) • RECITALS, EDUCATIONAL ASSEMBLIES, FAMILY PROGRAMS • Enjoy spectacular traditional music from South America, land of the harp, classical, original compositions and Latin favorites • WINNER, BEVERLY HILLS CHAMBER MUSIC AUDITIONS 2009 • WINNER, PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS IN SCHOOLS AWARD 2004 • Four times featured soloist at the WORLD HARP CONGRESS • GOLD RECORD WINNER • He considers his most important concert playing in the delivery room during the birth of his second daughter!
Fuse the incredibly powerful tenor voices of four talented young men with diverse vocal styles, undeniable charm and international solo success with an eclectic blend of classical and contemporary pop and you have the recipe for one powerhouse group and one of Canada’s most sought-after exports.
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