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| Press Release: "A Night of Jazz" at the Nebraska Club (4/30/2010)
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Coming to Lincoln, Nebraska on May 7th, 2010 an exciting night of jazz featuring not just one but three groups: Jazzocracy, Sarabande and Ed Archibald, Presented by JTCoffeeShop.com, the three groups will be performing at the Nebraska Club high on top the US Bank building at 13th and M street, Lincoln, Nebraska. Tickets will be available at the door for only $10. Music will be from 7 PM to 1 AM. Be prepared to get your delightful fill of a variety of jazz from Coltrane to Getz to Grover Washington and beyond! Come share your appreciation of Jazz with us.
Friday, May 7, 2010
7:00 pm - 1:00 am
The Nebraska Club
13th & M Streets, (22nd Floor of the US Bank Building)
Tickets: $10
Contact James Terry, 402.802.3638 or jtsoul_1@yahoo.com for more information.
Edward Archibald is a Jazz saxophonist who got his start in the 70's with local bands. Today he is one of Omaha Nebraska's smoothest jazz artists. He toured with local bands playing venues in a 5 state region, and has played with some of Omaha's top musicians and appeared on local television shows, jazz festivals and before crowds of 1000's. His musical roots are a mixed bag of his Southern heritage of Blues, Country, Jazz, Funk and R&B.
The Jazzocracy presents a palette of traditional and modern sounds, adventurous and always swinging. Saxophonist Brian Morrow organized the group in early 2007 as a follow up to the successful 2006 Wednesday Jazz series at the Zoo Bar. featured are: the notorious Brian Morrow on tenor; Trombonist Tommy Vandenberg; bassist George Bryan; Ryan Stewart on guitar; and Andrew Tyler on drums. |
| Press Release: One week, two performances with the NWU Jazz Ensemble! (4/22/2010)
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Fresh off of their recent tour, the Nebraska Wesleyan University Jazz Ensemble will bring it home for two performances next week. Monday, April 26, the 17-piece group will hit the stage for a Capital Jazz Society special event at Brewsky's Jazz Underground, before a free performance Wednesday at O'Donnell Auditorium. Enjoy a spring evening of contemporary and classic jazz selections including "Where’s One?" (Mark Benson), "Seven Steps To Heaven" (Miles Davis, arr. John Berry), "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square" (Eric Maschwitz & Manning Sherwin, arr. Frank Mantooth), "Happy Days Are Here Again" (Jack Yellen & Milton Ager, arr. Mark Taylor), and "All Blues" (Miles Davis, arr. Dave Barduhn).
Monday, April 26, 2010 - 7:30 pm
Capital Jazz Society Special Event
Brewsky’s Jazz Underground
201 North 8th Street, Lincoln
Adults: $6 Students: $5
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 - 7:30 pm
O’Donnell Auditorium
Nebraska Wesleyan University
51st & Huntington, Lincoln
FREE Admission
Nebraska Wesleyan University Jazz Ensemble Musicians:
Woodwinds:
Shannon Schroeder, Alto
Joey Schrotberger, Alto
Michelle Oswald, Tenor
Bobby Brown, Tenor
Megan Kautz, Bari
Trumpets:
Lauren Fletcher
Andrew Riquier
Dan Haden
Jaclyn Lange
Trombones:
Clay Chapman
Cody Hellbusch
Grant Anderson
Megan Hobbs
Rhythm:
Jon Dell, Guitar
Elizabeth Larsen, Piano
Danny Layher, Bass
Jordan Rector, Drums |
| Press Release: Nebraska Jazz Orchestra Announces Tribute to Count Basie Concert (4/6/2010)
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Friends of the Nebraska Jazz Orchestra,
Join us as we present the final concert of the 2009-2010 season, "Tribute to Count Basie," featuring Lincoln's own Bob Krueger on trumpet, and the 2010 Young Jazz Artist Winner, Tommy Krueger. Selections will include tunes from the Count Basie Library such as "Whirlybird," "Li'l Darlin," "How Sweet It Is," and "Blues in Hoss Flat." Also featured will be the world premiere of Mark Benson's ballad, "The Ides of March" and Duke Ellington's "Concerto for Cootie" and "Waynard & Maynard". This concert is sponsored in part by the Dillon Foundation and the Nebraska Jazz Orchestra Board of Directors.
"Tribute to Count Basie" will be held Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at the Cornhusker Marriott, 333 South 13th Street in Lincoln, Nebraska at 7:30 p.m. Priority seating for season ticket holders and Jazz Club members is at 7:00 p.m., with general admission seating beginning at 7:15 p.m. Single admission tickets are $20 for Adults and $10 for Students and may be purchased by contacting the Nebraska Jazz Orchestra business office at (402) 477-8446 or njo@artsincorporated.org.
Be sure to check out the postcard for a sneak peek at the 2010-11 Season!
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Mr. Krueger is a graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where he earned a Bachelors of Music Education degree in 1984 and a Masters of Music degree with an emphasis on conducting in 1994. He has been a music teacher in the Lincoln Public Schools since 1985. From 1985-1995 Mr. Krueger served as the instrumental music teacher at Southeast High School. Currently, Mr. Krueger teaches instrumental music at Beattie and Maxey elementary schools, and directs Jazz Ensemble I at Southeast High School. In addition to performing with the Nebraska Jazz Orchestra, Mr. Krueger conducts the Lincoln Municipal Band and performs as a member of the band's trumpet section, is the music director for the Lincoln Youth Symphony, performs with the Nebraska Trumpet Ensemble, and his own jazz quartet. He also serves as a clinician and adjudicator throughout the Midwest.
Tommy Krueger began playing trumpet in fifth grade under the direction of his Mother, Julie, at Cavett Elementary. He continued playing through high school where he was fortunate enough to play in Jazz Ensemble I at Lincoln Southeast, under the direction of his Father, Bob, as well as the Wind Ensemble and Marching Band directed by RJ Metteer. Throughout high school, Tommy was selected to numerous honor bands including All-State Jazz Band, UNL Honor Jazz, UNL Winter Winds, NJO Young Lions All Star Band, and Nebraska Wesleyan Honor Band. He also attended the NJO Jazz Camp, as well as the KU Jazz Camp. Tommy is now a sophomore Music Education major at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where he studies trumpet with Dr. Darryl White and performs in numerous groups on campus.
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| Press Release: Beautiful weather for beautiful music! Nebraska Brass presents American Brass (4/1/2010)
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Friends of the Nebraska Brass,
Join the Nebraska Brass for the exciting fourth concert series of the season, “American Brass.” The Nebraska Brass will perform an All-American concert, featuring music by Bernstein, Copland, and others. “American Brass” is sure to delight and inspire audiences with outstanding musicianship and great works for brass quintet. The Nebraska Brass will be performing this concert series in Bellevue, Aurora, Omaha, and Lincoln.
“American Brass” will include selections such as “Saturday Night Waltz” by Aaron Copland, arr. JayPralle; “Scherzo” by John Cheetham; “Pleasant Moments” by Scott Joplin, arr. Michael Allen; “Animal Ditties” by Anthony Plog and “Barnum and Bailey’s Favorite March” by Karl King, arr. Verne Reynolds.
Nebraska Brass Concert Information:
Saturday, April 10, 2010 • 7:30 pm
Immanuel Lutheran Church
104 Galvin Rd. • Bellevue, NE
Sunday, April 11, 2010 • 3:00 pm
Aurora United Methodist Church
1104 A Street • Aurora, NE
Saturday, April 17, 2010 • 7:30 pm
First United Methodist Church
7020 Cass Street • Omaha, NE
Sunday, April 18, 2010 • 3:00 pm
Westminster Presbyterian Church
2110 Sheridan Blvd. • Lincoln, NE
Ticket Information:
Lincoln & Omaha: Adult: $15 • Senior: $12 • Students Free
Bellevue & Aurora: Adult: $12 • Senior: $10 • Students Free
Tickets are available at the door at each concert or in advance by contacting the Nebraska Brass business office at (402) 477-7899 or nb@artsincorporated.org.
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| Press Release: Nebraska Brass presents American Brass (3/26/2010)
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, MARCH 24, 2010
NEBRASKA BRASS PRESENTS: "American Brass"
Contact: Nebraska Brass:
(402) 477-7899
nb@artsincorporated.org
Join the Nebraska Brass for the exciting fourth concert series of the season, "American Brass." The Nebraska Brass will perform an All-American concert, featuring music by Bernstein, Copland, and others. "American Brass" is sure to delight and inspire audiences with outstanding musicianship and great works for brass quintet. The Nebraska Brass will be performing this concert series in Bellevue, Aurora, Omaha, and Lincoln.
"American Brass" will include selections such as "Saturday Night Waltz" by Aaron Copland, arr. JayPralle; "Scherzo" by John Cheetham; "Pleasant Moments" by Scott Joplin, arr. Michael Allen; "Animal Ditties" by Anthony Plog and "Barnum and Bailey's Favorite March" by Karl King, arr. Verne Reynolds.
Nebraska Brass Concert Information:
Saturday, April 10, 2010 - 7:30 pm
Immanuel Lutheran Church
104 Galvin Rd. - Bellevue, NE
Sunday, April 11, 2010 - 3:00 pm
Aurora United Methodist Church
1104 A Street - Aurora, NE
Saturday, April 17, 2010 - 7:30 pm
First United Methodist Church
7020 Cass Street - Omaha, NE
Sunday, April 18, 2010 - 3:00 pm
Westminster Presbyterian Church
2110 Sheridan Blvd. - Lincoln, NE
Ticket Information:
Lincoln & Omaha: Adult: $15 - Senior: $12 - Students Free
Bellevue & Aurora: Adult: $12 - Senior: $10 - Students Free
Tickets are available at the door at each concert or in advance by contacting the Nebraska Brass business office at (402) 477-7899 or nb@artsincorporated.org.
The Nebraska Brass, founded in 1987, includes members Dean Haist, trumpet; Brad Obbink, trumpet; Richard Ricker, French horn; Mark Mendell, trombone; and Ken Kielniarz, tuba. In addition to performing five sets of concerts each season, the Nebraska Brass provides educational outreach to elementary school students through the Nebraska Brass Education & Community Outreach Project.
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| Press Release: Bryan & Mac McCune team up for a special Capital Jazz Society performance! (3/25/2010)
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PRESS RELEASE: March, 2010
Capital Jazz Society proudly presents a special performance by cornetist and former Lincolnite Bryan McCune as part of the Lincoln Jazz Series on Wednesday, March 31, 2010. The band will include a stellar line up of former bandmates, including Lincoln’s own John Scofield, Tom Larson, and Bill Wimmer. Making a trek from Spokane, WA, Lincoln ex-pat Dana Weary will be featured on guitar. Omaha’s Mark Luebbe will round out the rhythm section on bass. Bryan’s father, Midwest trumpet icon Mac McCune, will join the band in a rare public performance by the two together. The show will include standards, not-so-standards, and original material, with electric and acoustic perspectives. Following the program, an old fashioned jam session may ensue.
Bryan McCune and Friends
Lincoln Jazz Series
Wednesday March 31st, 2010 7:30 pm
Brewsky’s Haymarket
201 N. 8th Street
Lincoln, NE
Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Students
featuring
John Scofield - drums
Tom Larson - keys
Bill Wimmer - sax
Mark Luebbe - bass
Dana Weary - guitar
Mac McCune- trumpet
Biography
Bryan McCune grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska, where, following in his father’s footsteps, he took up the trumpet at age 10. He played in school bands at Beattie Elementary (Mr. Hackman, dir.), Irving Junior High (Max Bottger), Southeast High (Paul Austin), followed by UNL jazz ensemble (Randy Snyder/Tom Larson). Past trumpet teachers include Dennis Schneider, David Grasmick, Laurie Frink, and Mac McCune, with some brief but memorable piano instruction from Chuck Pennington. His group Orpheus played Lincoln venues in the late 70s, such as McGuffy’s, Jesse’s, and Zoo Bar. After leaving Lincoln in 1979, he continued to perform in jazz bands as leader and sideman as his medical career took him to Omaha, followed by Chapel Hill, NC, Washington, DC, Baltimore, and finally, Raleigh, NC where he currently makes his home.
McCune adopted the Cornet as his primary instrument to achieve a tonal quality somewhere between that of trumpet and flugelhorn. He became intrigued with the possibilities of electronic effects years ago, and his interest was solidified after hearing the 1980 Jon Hassel/Brian Eno release “Fourth World vol 1: Possible Musics”. He regularly incorporates an ever evolving electronics rig as part of his sonic signature, generating loops, harmonies, and textural effects during performances, while never completely abandoning the natural sound of the cornet. McCune is interested in mixing a variety of musical genres in his repertoire and writing.
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The Monday Night Big Band performances feature a 17-piece big band and the Wednesday Night Jazz Series features an array of local and regional jazz artists including, Bryan McCune, Kerry Strayer, Group Sax, and Peter Bouffard.
All events are held at Brewsky’s Jazz Underground, 201 North 8th Street, Lincoln, NE, from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m.
Admission is $6 for adults and $5 for students with valid ID, or $3 if you bring an instrument and sit in with the band (Mondays only).
Food and full beverage service is available.
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For more information please contact the business office of the Capital Jazz Society, 402-477-7899 or cjs@artsincorporated.org.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Monday, March 29, 2010
Pete Madsen, director
Monday Night Big Band
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Bryan McCune combo
Lincoln Jazz Series
Monday, April 5, 2010
Dean Haist, director
Monday Night Big Band
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Group Sax
Lincoln Jazz Series
Monday, April 12, 2010
Terry Rush, director
Monday Night Big Band
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Kerry Strayer combo
Lincoln Jazz Series
Monday, April 19, 2010
Jeff Patton, director
Monday Night Big Band
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Peter Bouffard Jazz Group
Lincoln Jazz Series
Monday, April 26, 2010 Nebraska Wesleyan University Jazz Ensemble
Special Event
(Dean Haist, director)
Monday, May 3, 2010
Columbus Community Jazz Band
Special Event
(Rob Hartung, director)
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| Press Release: Nebraska Jazz Orchestra Announces Tribute to Count Basie Concert (3/25/2010)
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, APRIL 2010:
NEBRASKA JAZZ ORCHESTRA ANNOUNCES "TRIBUTE TO COUNT BASIE"
Contact: Nebraska Jazz Orchestra, 402-477-8446, njo@artsincorporated.org
Join the Nebraska Jazz Orchestra as they present the final concert of the 2009-2010 season, "Tribute to Count Basie," featuring Lincoln's own Bob Krueger on trumpet, and the 2010 Young Jazz Artist Winner, Tommy Krueger. Selections will include tunes from the Count Basie Library such as "Whirlybird," "Li'l Darlin," "How Sweet It Is," and "Blues in Hoss Flat." Also featured will be the world premiere of Mark Benson's ballad, "The Ides of March" and Duke Ellington's "Concerto for Cootie" and "Waynard & Maynard". This concert is sponsored in part by the Dillon Foundation.
"Tribute to Count Basie" will be held Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at the Cornhusker Marriott, 333 South 13th Street in Lincoln, Nebraska at 7:30 p.m. Priority seating for season ticket holders and Jazz Club members is at 7:00 p.m., with general admission seating beginning at 7:15 p.m. Single admission tickets are $20 for Adults and $10 for Students and may be purchased by contacting the Nebraska Jazz Orchestra business office at (402) 477-8446 or njo@artsincorporated.org.
Mr. Krueger is a graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where he earned a Bachelors of Music Education degree in 1984 and a Masters of Music degree with an emphasis on conducting in 1994. He has been a music teacher in the Lincoln Public Schools since 1985. From 1985-1995 Mr. Krueger served as the instrumental music teacher at Southeast High School. Currently, Mr. Krueger teaches instrumental music at Beattie and Maxey elementary schools, and directs Jazz Ensemble I at Southeast High School. In addition to performing with the Nebraska Jazz Orchestra, Mr. Krueger conducts the Lincoln Municipal Band and performs as a member of the band's trumpet section, is the music director for the Lincoln Youth Symphony, performs with the Nebraska Trumpet Ensemble, and his own jazz quartet. He also serves as a clinician and adjudicator throughout the Midwest.
Tommy Krueger began playing trumpet in fifth grade under the direction of his Mother, Julie, at Cavett Elementary. He continued playing through high school where he was fortunate enough to play in Jazz Ensemble I at Lincoln Southeast, under the direction of his Father, Bob, as well as the Wind Ensemble and Marching Band directed by RJ Metteer. Throughout high school, Tommy was selected to numerous honor bands including All-State Jazz Band, UNL Honor Jazz, UNL Winter Winds, NJO Young Lions All Star Band, and Nebraska Wesleyan Honor Band. He also attended the NJO Jazz Camp, as well as the KU Jazz Camp. Tommy is now a sophomore Music Education major at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where he studies trumpet with Dr. Darryl White and performs in numerous groups on campus.
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| Press Release: Snow White Tickets Still Available! (3/17/2010)
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Join the Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company as they present their 25th Anniversary production, Snow White, at McDonald Theatre on the Nebraska Wesleyan University campus. In this classic fairy tale, the beautiful Snow White, while fleeing from the Evil Queen, meets the jovial seven dwarves who take her into their home. When the Evil Queen poisons Snow White with her enchanted apple, only the kiss from a noble prince can save her!
Performances will be held:
Friday, March 19th, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 20th, 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 21st, 2:00 p.m.
McDonald Theatre
Nebraska Wesleyan University Campus
51st Street & Huntington Avenue
Lincoln, Nebraska
Ticket Information:
Please call (402) 467-0065 or email
snowwhitetickets@gmail.com.
Ticket prices are $25 for adults and $15 for students.
The cast of Snow White is made up of talented, young, local dancers who are selected by audition. The role of Snow White will be danced by Rachel Dowd of Lincoln. Guest Artist Avram Gold will perform the role of the Prince. The Artistic Director of the Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company’s Snow White production is Shari True. |
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| Press Release: Deadline approaching for annual John Shildneck Young Artist Competition (3/14/2010)
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Friends of the Lincoln Municipal Band,
The April 1st deadline for our annual John Shildneck Young Artist Competition is just around the corner. Don't let the young musicians in your life miss this opportunity to perform with the Lincoln Municipal Band and win some money!
The competition is open to musicians, middle school age and older, who have not reached their 22nd birthday on or before July 11, 2010, and perform on woodwind, brass, percussion or string instruments, as well as vocalists. Those auditioning must be residents of Nebraska or currently studying with a Nebraska teacher.
For the preliminary round, competitors must submit a recorded audition of the piece they wish to play with the band on cassette or CD, along with a completed application form and $5.00 non-refundable fee. The solo must be available with band accompaniment. Applications and recordings must be postmarked by April 1, 2010, and finalists will be notified by April 15. Finalists will be invited to a live audition on Sunday, May 16, 2010, 12:00 p.m. on the campus of Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln.
The winner will receive a $400 prize, the opportunity to perform with the Lincoln Municipal Band at the first summer concert on July 11, 2010 at the John Shildneck Memorial Bandshell at Antelope Park, and recognition in the program. The runner-up will receive a $100 prize and recognition in the program.
Please forward this to your favorite student musicians!
For more information, please contact the Lincoln Municipal Band business office at (402) 477-7899 or email lmb@artsincorporated.org. Application forms are available to download at www.artsincorporated/lmb.
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For more information please see the LMB Home Page. |
| Press Release: Join us for Snow White from the Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company! (3/12/2010)
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Join the Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company as they present their 25th Anniversary production, Snow White, at McDonald Theatre on the Nebraska Wesleyan University campus. In this classic fairy tale, the beautiful Snow White, while fleeing from the Evil Queen, meets the jovial seven dwarves who take her into their home. When the Evil Queen poisons Snow White with her enchanted apple, only the kiss from a noble prince can save her!
Performances will be held:
Friday, March 19th, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 20th, 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 21st, 2:00 p.m.
McDonald Theatre
Nebraska Wesleyan University Campus
51st Street & Huntington Avenue
Lincoln, Nebraska
Ticket Information:
Please call (402) 467-0065 or email snowwhitetickets@gmail.com.
Ticket prices are $25 for adults and $15 for students.
The cast of Snow White is made up of talented, young, local dancers who are selected by audition. The role of Snow White will be danced by Rachel Dowd of Lincoln. Guest Artist Avram Gold will perform the role of the Prince. The Artistic Director of the Lincoln Midwest Ballet Company’s Snow White production is Shari True.
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