FEBRUARY HAPPENINGS
Welcome to our latest news and entertainment and to a new season!
EVENT ENTERTAINMENT
Events are made to inspire, create and engage. And, today’s events have to be even more creative, authentic, and experiential. Music helps – music that reflects authenticity, imagination and inspiration. Whether it is a cocktail or dinner reception to conclude a conference, a gala or an intimate reception, or a stage performance, live music will bring spark, energy, beauty and foster connectivity.
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENT HIGHLIGHT
Fleisher Founder’s Award, June 7, Laurent Bass and MïxT BeatZ
We are honored to be a part of this distinguished celebration. This year’s Fleisher prestigious Founder’s Award recipient is Marsha Moss, Public Art Curator and consultant, who is honored in recognition of her strong advocacy for the arts and the artists http://fleisher.org/support/founders_award/
Laurent will be performing as an instrumental soloist with his electro-acoustic act, MïxT BeatZ.
WHAT’S ON
First Tuesday of the Month at Wister BYOB: Jazz Night Tuesday at Wister BYOB Old City, 6pm-9pm. Enjoy an amazing meal while listening to some of the best jazz Philly has to offer! Mélange Jazz Collective Trio will return to Wister on February 7.
First Thursday of the Month at Warmdaddy’s: Kick start the weekend at Warmdaddy’s Happy Hour Thursday Night Groove Series hosted by Michael Tozzi and ijazzglobal.com. 6pm-7:15pm. Mélange’s next appearance for First Thursday of the Month: February 2, March 2, April 6, May 4. Here is a live video of Mélange’s latest performance (credit to Michael Tozzi): Mélange Live Video at Warmdaddy’s.
Saturday Night Jazz at Paris Wine Bar: Experience some of Philadelphia’s finest live Jazz at Paris Wine Bar, a cozy and intimate Parisian style bistro located in the Art Museum area. Laurent and Bert Harris Trio will return to PWB on February 25, March 25, April 22; 9pm to midnight.
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Manayunk Brewery: A go to spot for Sunday Jazz brunch for those seeking great live music along with delicious buffet options, craft beers and more. Mélange Jazz Collective will be featured at Manayunk Brewery and Restaurant on Sunday February 5, March 5, April 2, and May 7.
GET TO KNOW OUR ARTISTS
LB Jazz +One and MïxT BeatZ (Jazz meets House)
Artist bio https://www.reverbnation.com/laurentlbbass
Saxophonist, composer, educator and producer, Laurent LB Bass, with Jazz as his home base, has been pushing the boundaries of music for years. His music and original compositions reflect his extensive musical experience in Jazz, World, Afro-Cuban, Latin, and Electronic.
Renown for his special instrumental electro and Jazz performances, LB creates and produces sophisticated cross-over genres and upbeat tracks through original compositions/remix in electro genre (House, EDM and sub-genres) using Ableton Live cutting-edge music production technology and state-of-the art equipment and sound design.
LB’s live performances with MïxT BeatZ and LB Jazz +One integrate his seamlessly eclectic electro tracks with the vibrant sounds of tenor and soprano sax along with other instrumentation.
Laurent LB Bass & Mélange Jazz Collective
Mélange Jazz Collective is a fusion of individual musical talents who all share a common love for jazz and combines a diverse and rich range of musical backgrounds and styles inspired from Jazz to Latin, funk, blues, reggae, new music to world beat music. Labeled as one of the premier bands in the Philadelphia area, Mélange is known on the Jazz scene and event circles for its fresh artistic interpretation and contemporary arrangements of Jazz standards in addition to performing original compositions.
Our musical options are tailored to individual needs. Mélange can perform as instrumental – or with a vocalist – as duets, trios, quartets or larger ensembles depending upon the event requirements.
MUSIC AGENDA AND CALENDAR OF EVENTS
February 2, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio, Warmdaddy’s, Happy Hour hosted by Michael Tozzi and Ijazzglobal.com, 6:00pm-7:15pm, (public event).
February 5, Mélange Jazz Collective, Sunday Jazz Brunch, Manayunk Brewery Restaurant, 10:30am – 2:30pm (public event).
February 7, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio (sax, bass, congas), Wister BYOB Jazz Night (public event), 6:00pm – 9:00pm).
February 11, Mélange Jazz Duo (tenor sax and upright bass), Mélange Jazz Duo Video Clip Stockton Market, http://stocktonfarmmarket.com/, 12:00pm – 3:00pm (public event).
February 25, Bert Harris Trio, Paris Wine Bar, 9:00pm – 12:00am (public event).
March 2, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio, Warmdaddy’s, Thursday Happy Hour hosted by Michael Tozzi and Ijazzglobal.com, 6:00pm-7:15pm, (public event).
March 5, Mélange Jazz Collective, Sunday Jazz Brunch, Manayunk Brewery Restaurant, 10:30am – 2:30pm (public event).
March 7, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio, Pennsylvania Convention Center (private event).
March 16, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio, Warmdaddy’s, Thursday Happy Hour hosted by Michael Tozzi and Ijazzglobal.com, 6:00pm-7:15pm, (public event).
March 25, Bert Harris Trio, Paris Wine Bar, 9:00pm – 12:00am (public event)
March 31, 2017, LB Jazz +One & MïxT BeatZ, solo, (private function), Union League
April 2, Mélange Jazz Collective, Sunday Jazz Brunch, Manayunk Brewery Restaurant, 10:30am – 2:30pm (public event).
April 6, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio, Warmdaddy’s, Thursday Happy Hour hosted by Michael Tozzi and Ijazzglobal.com, 6:00pm-7:15pm, (public event).
April 14, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio, Jazz Night Bala Golf Club (private event).
May 4, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio, Warmdaddy’s, Thursday Happy Hour hosted by Michael Tozzi and Ijazzglobal.com, 6:00pm-7:15pm, (public event).
May 7, Mélange Jazz Collective, Sunday Jazz Brunch, Manayunk Brewery Restaurant, 10:30am – 2:30pm (public event).
May 12, 2017, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio (sax, bass, keyboard), (private event).
May 13, 2017, Soloists, The Hyatt at The Bellevue (private event).
May 13, 2017, Soloist, The Ritz-Carlton (private event).
May 14, 2017, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio (sax/keyboard/bass), (private event).
May 20, Mélange Jazz Duo (tenor sax and upright bass), Mélange Jazz Duo Video Clip Stockton Market, http://stocktonfarmmarket.com/, 12:00pm – 3:00pm (public event).
June 1, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio, Warmdaddy’s, Thursday Happy Hour hosted by Michael Tozzi and Ijazzglobal.com, 6:00pm-7:15pm, (public event).
June 4, Mélange Jazz Collective, Sunday Jazz Brunch, Manayunk Brewery Restaurant, 10:30am – 2:30pm (public event).
June 7, Laurent Bass & MïxT BeatZ, Fleisher Art Memorial, Founder’s Award Celebration.
August 25, Mélange Jazz Collective Trio, Jazz Night Bala Golf Club (private event)
We welcome you to experience our musical performances. Thank you for your interest and continued support of our music and musical endeavors!
With gratitude,
Danielle