Wednesday, April 22, 2009

electric feel

fun, fun, fun ---- that is what i'm up to right now!
here's a good tune to groove to.


Electric Feel - MGMT

Thursday, April 9, 2009

2 quick quotes for inspiration

"How does one become a butterfly?" She asked pensively. "You must want to fly so much that you are willing to give up being a caterpillar." (from Bart- not sure where he got this from)

"Take time to rotate and love." (the books- take time)

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

spring music: Storyship: we can work it out (Beatles)

I was in Union Square & these chaps from Storyship were just so excited after figuring out a Springsteen song- A high-5 was a must! Then they gave a great private concert. So lovely!

In this video:
Russell Holland - guitar/vocals
Drew Pitcher - accordion/vocals
Andreas Pichler - drums/vocals

simplicity


Russ Spiegel- Big Band CD release party 4.7.09

The Russ Spiegel Jazz Orchestra will be performing live at The Gershwin Hotel in NYC on Tuesday April 7th, 2009 to celebrate the release of their new CD Transplants.

"Transplants" comprises nine energetic and magnificently performed Big Band Jazz pieces, all arranged and produced by Russ Spiegel. In addition to six original compositions written by Russ, "Transplants" includes songs by legendary composers Duke Ellington, Ray Noble and Paul Weston.

The 17-man strong Russ Spiegel Jazz Orchestra consists of some of New York's most talented musicians, and between the scintillating arrangements, stellar compositions and amazing musicianship there is something for everyone.

Don't miss this opportunity to catch one of New York's most electrifying live bands before the start of their world tour in support of Transplants.

The Russ Spiegel Jazz Orchestra will be playing two sets at 8pm and 9:30pm, and tickets are $15-come for the first show & stay for the second.

The Band:
Russ Spiegel: compositions, arrangements, guitar
Reeds: Rob Wilkerson, Alejandro Aviles, Arun Luthra, Lucas Pino, Frank Basile
Trumpets: Colin Brigstocke, Kenny Lavender, James Smith, David Smith
Trombones: Michael Boscarino, Jack Davis, John Yao, Max Siegel
Rhythm: Art Hirahara (p), Yoshi Waki (b), Chris Benham (dr)
& Special Guest: Dennis Jeter (voc)

The Gershwin Hotel is located at: 7 East 27th Street
New York, NY 10016
212-545-8000
www.gershwinhotel.com

For more information about The Russ Spiegel Jazz Orchestra please visit:
www.russguitar.com

Contact:
Janet Castiel
Redwood Entertainment Inc.
Phone: (212)543-9998
info@redwoodentertainment.com