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Fri.
Jun 03 2005 |
Private Function |
MARRÓN MATIZADO 10-piece All-star salsa unit MARRÓN MATIZADO tackles modern progressive salsa in a way that this country has never seen before. Bringing elements of funk, jazz, and hip-hop to the table the unit creates a high-energy whirlwind of modern salsa. Called "Toronto's Salsa Dream-team" by Picante Latin Xpress magazine. |
Salsa 12-piece Edition Private Function (Not open to the public) |
Convention Centre Private Function (Not open to the public) |
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Sat.
Sat.
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FREE! |
presents: NICK ALI QUARTET "Performing organic jazz in the classic quartet setting, this unit strives to embody the jazz improvising spirit of the 60's - communication. Playing selections of standards linked together in one organic mish-mash of sonic goodness, this unit brings classic jazz themes and powerful Brownman compositions into the new era of jazz" - Scott McLaren, CHRY radio featuring Brown - trumpet, Adrean Farrugia - piano Scott Peterson - bass, Kevin Brow - drums |
Jazz Quartet |
Jazz Fest Alexandra Park Main Stage (MAP) |
(Directions) |
$10 |
presents: NICK ALI QUARTET "Performing organic jazz in the classic quartet setting, this unit strives to embody the jazz improvising spirit of the 60's - communication. Playing selections of standards linked together in one organic mish-mash of sonic goodness, this unit brings classic jazz themes and powerful Brownman compositions into the new era of jazz" - Scott McLaren, CHRY radio featuring Brown - trumpet, Adrean Farrugia - piano Scott Peterson - bass, Kevin Brow - drums |
Jazz Quartet |
Info: 519.940.8291 $10 (MAP) (see "3" on map) |
Orangeville (Directions) |
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Doors 9:00pm Salsa Dance Lessons 10:00pm Show Brown appears in the second set after 11pm |
3rd Annual Celebration of their opening Lula Lounge and Daniel Stone present LA SALSA DE HOY (Today's Salsa). Proving that Toronto is one of the world's major centres for contemporary salsa, Daniel Stone has put together a Lula super band with representatives from Toronto's top salsa combos. The group will perform original compositions by Cache, Luis Mario Ochoa, Ricky Franco, Proyecto Charanguero, Nick "The Brownman" Ali, Evaristo Machado and Latin Street, and will feature the leaders and singers from each of these accomplished bands. Come to Lula on June 4 and remind yourself how lucky we are to live in one of the salsa capitals of the world! We are very proud to welcome host of "Café con Leche' on JAZZFM 91 Amanda Martinez as MC for the evening. Lula's SALSA DE HOY musicians: Piano: Luis Guerra | Bass: Ruddy Bolaños Timbal: Daniel Stone | Congas: Alberto Suarez Bongo: Alex Godinez 1st Trumpet: Daniel Leon | 2nd Trumpet: Kerbin Barreto 1st Bone: Yannick Malboeuf | 2nd Bone: Jamie Stager Featured Singers and Backup Vocalists: Juan Carlos Cardenas (Cache, Proyecto Charanguero) Evaristo Machado (Evaristo) Ricky Franco (Ricky Franco and Marron Matizado) Luis Mario Ochoa (Cimarron) Wilson Acevedo (Cache) With Special Appearances by Nick "Brownman" Ali (Marron Matizado) Bill McBirnie (Cache, Proyecto Charanguero) Benny Esguerra (Proyecto Charanguero) Mireya Escalante (Latin Street) Mayito del Monte (Latin Street) Glenda del Monte (Marron Matizado) |
finest Salseros on one stage |
Info: 416-588-0307 (MAP) Show only $15.00 Show + 3-course Dinner package $55.00 Reservations @ 416.588.0307 |
Toronto |
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Sun.
Jun 05 2005 |
By Invitation only |
MARRÓN MATIZADO 10-piece All-star salsa unit MARRÓN MATIZADO tackles modern progressive salsa in a way that this country has never seen before. Bringing elements of funk, jazz, and hip-hop to the table the unit creates a high-energy whirlwind of modern salsa. Called "Toronto's Salsa Dream-team" by Picante Latin Xpress magazine. |
Salsa 10-piece Edition By Invitation only |
By Invitation only |
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Fri.
June 10 2005 |
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of Colombian Latin-jazz: CHIVA & PLAN C From Press Release: A rare convergence of forces - two unique Colombian latin-jazz groups on one stage. CHIVA - under the direction of Colombian congero Ruben "Bennie" Esguerra explore the correlations between Atlantic coast Colombian rhythms with modern urban hip-hop, while PLAN C under the direction of Colombian guitarist/composer Juan Carlos Valencia delve into the sounds of Colombian grooves fused with electronica. Featured in both bands : multi-award-winning latin-jazz trumpeter Nick "Brownman" Ali |
Latin-Jazz-Hop & Colombian Urbano-Alterlatino |
Cafe Info: 905-525-6666 |
Hamilton |
Sat.
Jun 11 2005 |
Doors 9:00pm Salsa Dance Lessons 10:00pm Show |
month at Lula Lounge but moved to June 11 due to the Anniversary show at Lula): Nick Ali & MARRÓN MATIZADO 10-piece All-star salsa unit MARRÓN MATIZADO tackles modern progressive salsa in a way that this country has never seen before. Bringing elements of funk, jazz, and hip-hop to the table the unit creates a high-energy whirlwind of modern salsa. Called "Toronto's Salsa Dream-team" by Picante Latin Xpress magazine. .....Ricky Franco - vocals (Mexico) .....Alex Naar - vocals (Panama) .....Juan Carlos Cardenas - vocals/guiro (Venezeula) .....Nick "Brownman" Ali - trumpet (Trinidad) .....Marcus Ali - alto sax (Trinidad) .....Jon "Linus" Kay - tenor sax (Panama) .....Daniel Menjivar - bass (El Salvador) .....Luis Guerra - piano (Cuba) .....Luisito Orbegoso - congas (Peru) .....Alex Godinez - timbales / snare (Peru) .....Ruben Esguerra - bongos / campana (Colombia) |
Salsa 8-piece Edition |
Info: 416-588-0307 (MAP) Show only $10.00 Show + 3-course Dinner package $45.00 Reservations @ 416.588.0307 |
Toronto |
Sun.
Jun 12 2005 |
No cover! |
KUSH "KUSH is a unique musical experience. With bass, loops and samples, keyboards, percussion and trumpet, KUSH plays music from their souls. Nothing is pre-rehearsed. The music they play is created moment by moment and their rhythms are coordinated through intense concentration and connection between the musicians." |
House / Electronica --- Expansive, innovative, a sign of where (electronic) music should be heading. Salah Ananse, DJ/Producer, Atlanta, GA --- Cinematic, meditative in it's subtle development. Joe Rice, DJ, San Francisco, CA |
Garage |
(across from Mountain Equipment Co-op) Toronto |
Thurs.
June 16 2005 |
to 9:00pm |
KUSH "KUSH is a unique musical experience. With bass, loops and samples, keyboards, percussion and trumpet, KUSH plays music from their souls. Nothing is pre-rehearsed. The music they play is created moment by moment and their rhythms are coordinated through intense concentration and connection between the musicians." |
House / Electronica --- Expansive, innovative, a sign of where (electronic) music should be heading. Salah Ananse, DJ/Producer, Atlanta, GA --- Cinematic, meditative in it's subtle development. Joe Rice, DJ, San Francisco, CA |
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Toronto |
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CHIVA "Columbian rhythms, funk bass-lines, jazz soloists, hip-hop DJ" featuring Bennie - congas, bata, Colombian percussion Brownman - trumpet & electryc trumpet Eric Boucher - keybaords Dane Wedderburn - bass Chris Lamont - drums See the poster (8.5"x11" b&w, print ready - 600kb) |
Latin-jazz meets Urban Groove |
Info: 416-913-8179 |
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Sat.
June 18 2005 |
Private Function |
with ALI BROS featuring Marcus Ali - bari sax Brownman - electryc trumpet Kieran Adams - drums Dane Wedderburn - 6-string electric bass |
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withheld Private Function (Not open to the public) |
Private Function (Not open to the public) |
Sun.
June 19 2005 |
No cover! |
KUSH "KUSH is a unique musical experience. With bass, loops and samples, keyboards, percussion and trumpet, KUSH plays music from their souls. Nothing is pre-rehearsed. The music they play is created moment by moment and their rhythms are coordinated through intense concentration and connection between the musicians." |
House / Electronica --- Expansive, innovative, a sign of where (electronic) music should be heading. Salah Ananse, DJ/Producer, Atlanta, GA --- Cinematic, meditative in it's subtle development. Joe Rice, DJ, San Francisco, CA |
Garage |
(across from Mountain Equipment Co-op) Toronto |
Tues.
June 21 2005 |
$10 |
for one of Canada's premiere dub poets: D'BI YOUNG Now Magazine's Critic's Pick for - best dub poet and storytelling actor - "The socially conscious d'bi.young has four self-produced albums to her credit she calls herself a storyteller but who cares about titles when you're so mesmerized by the heartfelt truths she communicates." - critic's pick / best of toronto '03 / now magazine / jon kaplan |
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Toronto |
Wed.
June 22 2005 |
$10 advance $12 door |
for one of Canada's premiere dub poets: D'BI YOUNG Now Magazine's Critic's Pick for - best dub poet and storytelling actor - "The socially conscious d'bi.young has four self-produced albums to her credit she calls herself a storyteller but who cares about titles when you're so mesmerized by the heartfelt truths she communicates." - critic's pick / best of toronto '03 / now magazine / jon kaplan |
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Cafe Theatre Info: 416.530.0121 |
Hamilton |
Thurs.
June 23 2005 |
to 2:15pm |
D'BI YOUNG Now Magazine's Critic's Pick for - best dub poet and storytelling actor - "The socially conscious d'bi.young has four self-produced albums to her credit she calls herself a storyteller but who cares about titles when you're so mesmerized by the heartfelt truths she communicates." - critic's pick / best of toronto '03 / now magazine / jon kaplan |
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University |
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to 9:00pm |
KUSH "KUSH is a unique musical experience. With bass, loops and samples, keyboards, percussion and trumpet, KUSH plays music from their souls. Nothing is pre-rehearsed. The music they play is created moment by moment and their rhythms are coordinated through intense concentration and connection between the musicians." |
House / Electronica --- Expansive, innovative, a sign of where (electronic) music should be heading. Salah Ananse, DJ/Producer, Atlanta, GA --- Cinematic, meditative in it's subtle development. Joe Rice, DJ, San Francisco, CA |
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Toronto |
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Fri.
June 24 2005 |
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presents "DJ + Horn" DJ Rad + Brownman DJ Rad - turntables with special guest Nick "Brownman" Ali - electric trumpet |
"DJ + Horn" (club music) |
Room Info: (416) 925-8680 |
Toronto |
Sat.
June 25 2005 |
to 3:00pm |
presents: NICK ALI TRIO "Performing organic jazz in the classic trio setting, this unit strives to embody the jazz improvising spirit of the 60's - communication. Playing selections of standards linked together in one organic mish-mash of sonic goodness, this unit brings classic jazz themes and powerful Brownman compositions into the new era of jazz" - Scott McLaren, CHRY radio featuring Brown - trumpet, Scott Peterson - bass, Kevin Brow - drums |
Jazz Trio |
Jazz Fest's Danforth Stage @ Alexander The Great Parkette (N.E. corner of Danforth & Logan) |
Parkette Toronto |
to 7:00pm |
in conjuntion with the Trane Studio presents: TALKBACK with Nick "Brownman" Ali & Jazz FM's Ralph Benmurgui Ralph and Brown discuss Arturo Sandoval's life and contributions to jazz and latin-jazz prior to the Arturo Sandoval performance beginning an hour later. |
Discussion |
Philip Square |
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in conjuntion with the Trane Studio presents: A Tribute to ALBERTA HUNTER Ttribute concert to a 1930's jazz great |
Tribute Concert |
Info: 416-913-8179 |
Toronto |
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Sun.
June 26 2005 |
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in conjuntion with the Trane Studio presents: NICK ALI QUARTET "Performing organic jazz in the classic quartet setting, this unit strives to embody the jazz improvising spirit of the 60's - communication. Playing selections of standards linked together in one organic mish-mash of sonic goodness, this unit brings classic jazz themes and powerful Brownman compositions into the new era of jazz" - Scott McLaren, CHRY radio featuring Brown - trumpet, Adrean Farrugia - piano Scott Peterson - bass, Kevin Brow - drums |
Jazz Quartet |
Info: 416-913-8179 |
Toronto |
(or after NAQ performance concludes at Trane) No cover! |
KUSH "KUSH is a unique musical experience. With bass, loops and samples, keyboards, percussion and trumpet, KUSH plays music from their souls. Nothing is pre-rehearsed. The music they play is created moment by moment and their rhythms are coordinated through intense concentration and connection between the musicians." |
House / Electronica --- Expansive, innovative, a sign of where (electronic) music should be heading. Salah Ananse, DJ/Producer, Atlanta, GA --- Cinematic, meditative in it's subtle development. Joe Rice, DJ, San Francisco, CA |
Garage |
(across from Mountain Equipment Co-op) Toronto |
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Wed.
June 29 2005 |
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Juan Carlos Valencia's PLAN C with special guest Nick "Brownman" Ali Under the leadership of Colombian guitarist/composer Juan Carlos Valencia PLAN C pushes the boundaries between electronica and contemporay latin music. Winner of the 2004 CANADIAN INDEPENDENT MUSIC AWARD for "Alternative Latin Group of the Year" "heart pounding percussive electro-beats combined with harmonized horn licks, and sensual vocals will lift any audience and make them dance." Juan Valencia - Vocals, Guitar, Compositions Janelle Monique - Vocals Alberto Campuzano - Bass Diego Las Heras - Congas, Percussion, Keyboards Max Senitt - Drums Tim Stokes Rees - Samplers, Turntables, Laptop. Catalina Machulec - Trumpet Oliver Miguel - Saxophones |
Latin Electronica |
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(just W of Ossington) Toronto |
Thurs.
June 30 2005 |
to 7:30pm Cocktails 7:30pm to 9:30pm Dinner 10:00pm to 11:30pm Feature Concert Private Function |
presents NICK ALI QUARTET "Performing organic jazz in the classic quartet setting, this unit strives to embody the jazz improvising spirit of the 60's - communication. Playing selections of standards linked together in one organic mish-mash of sonic goodness, this unit brings classic jazz themes and powerful Brownman compositions into the new era of jazz" - Scott McLaren, CHRY radio featuring Brown - trumpet, Adrean Farrugia - piano Scott Peterson - bass, Kevin Brow - drums |
Jazz Quartet Private Function (Not open to the public) |
Golf & Country Club Private Function (Not open to the public) |
(Directions) Private Function (Not open to the public) |
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