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 All Star Smooth Jazz Cruise 2006  |
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 International live jazz
Smooth jazz stars Bob James, Kirk Whalum, Dave Koz, Patti Austin, Lee Ritenour and others are all heading for Jakarta, Indonesia next week to take part in the Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival. The second annual event, featuring both international and native Indonesian musicians, will take place from March 2nd through 3rd and at various venues in the city.
Other confirmed performers for the event include Adani & Wolf featuring Neobe & Praful, Chiara Civello, Eric Benet, the Brand New Heavies, Carleen Anderson, Gerald Albright, Hiromi, Incognito, Jeff Lorber, Jonathan Butler, Kool & the Gang, Michael Lington, Michael Paulo, Peter White, Rick Braun, Take 6, Tower of Power, and Vikter Duplaix
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 Smooth Jazz Concerts & Contests 
If you're in the L.A. area check out Smooth Vocalist "Kem" at the Kodack Theatre on 3/24.
Join David Sanborn & Chris Botti at Spreckles Theatre in San Diego on 3/26.
Chuck Loeb & Kim Waters will be at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center on 3/31.
Check out Verve.com: Log on to Verve.com, where the record label is having fans sign up for a random drawing in its March Madness Contest that will net them a pair of VIP tickets to the March 25th show at the Sheraton Reading Hotel in Reading, Pennsylvania. The show will also feature special guest Eric Darius on saxophone. .
Stay tuned to Bay Smooth Jazz for details on this years All Star Smooth Jazz Cruise 2006.
Some Smooth Jazz News
Concord Records is thrilled to announce that celebrated saxophonist Boney James has joined the family.
James has distinguished himself over a long and varied career that spawned 4 consecutive gold albums and numerous awards. His one of a kind lyricism and seductive phrasing has garnered critical acclaim and inspired an incredibly loyal and passionate fan base all over the world. Along the way, he has played with and accompanied some of music’s most popular and important musicians including Stevie Wonder, Morris Day, the Isley Brothers, Joe Sample, Al Jarreau and George Duke, just to name a few.
“I’m really thrilled to be starting fresh with such a forward thinking company”, states James, “and I’m really excited about the new music and the prospect of finding new ways to expand my audience.”
Earth, Wind & Fire ready to Embark On Tour
1Veteran Chicago group Earth, Wind & Fire have announced dates for its 2006 national tour. The Grammy-winning ensemble, known for its fusion of jazz, funk, pop, and uplifting lyrics, will hit the road Saturday, February 25th, in Albuquerque, New Mexico
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 Jazztrax Big Bear Festival |
 Boney James 3/10-3/11
Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
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Berks Jazz Festival
3/17 - 3/26
The 16th annual FirstEnergy Berks Jazz Fest is presented by the Berks Arts Council located in Reading, PA.
The mission of the Berks Arts Council, formally organized in 1971, is to encourage and promote all of the arts, to develop an appreciation of the arts, and to enrich and enhance the quality of life in Berks County.
Connie Leinbach is the executive director, with Chuck Koch, serving as president of the board and chairperson of the event.
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