February News 2016

“Creating shared experience through music”

FEBRUARY NEWS   

 We’re turning 10! Celebrating 10 Years in Music and Event Entertainment.

 As a valued and trusted event entertainment partner, LB Entertainment has provided music entertainment and production services to many leading corporations, music venues, social and special events and at some of the most prestigious venues over the past 10 years.

 We’re excited about the opportunities to add a memorable musical dimension to a special event, musical venue or social event and connecting to the global community. We’re equally excited to work with inspiring musical artists who all share our passion, commitment and vision essential to the success of event entertainment and stage performances.

 It has been an exciting journey and we look to a bright musical future!

ABOUT OUR MUSICIANS

MixtBeatZ1

Laurent LB Bass Multi-instrumentalist, composer and producer

LB Jazz +One and MïxT BeatZ

LB is known as a trendsetter who creates sophisticated and upbeat soundscapes through original compositions/remix in electro genre (EDM, DnB, techno, dubstep, house, downtempo) (MïxT BeatZ) and jazz (LB Jazz +One) using cutting-edge music production technology. LB’s special electro-acoustic performances, enhanced by state-of-the art equipment and sound design, integrate live performances on soprano, tenor saxophone and other live performers with original electro arrangements.

 Bio:

Philadelphia-based, multi-instrumentalist, music producer, composer, educator and partner at LB Entertainment (http://www.lbentertainmentintl.com), Laurent LB Bass is at the vanguard of solo live entertainment in electro-acoustic performances and is an active member of the Philadelphia Jazz collective.

LB performs on tenor and soprano sax, clarinet, flute, blues harmonica and Ableton Live Enhanced Digital Audio Workstation (DAWS). He draws his inspiration from a multitude of sources, from his extensive experience and background in Jazz, Latin, World, Classical to Nu Jazz and Electronic Music Production. His original compositions and broad electro-acoustic palette reflect his wide musical background.

LB is recognized in the music and events circle for his creative electro-acoustic jazz solo performances with LB Jazz +One and MïxT BeatZ, in which he integrates live performances on soprano and tenor sax with electronic elements, computer programming and an assortment of instruments. He is co-founder of the band Mélange Jazz Collective and performs as its lead saxophonist. LB has collaborated with many Jazz, Latin and World bands and his musical pursuits have taken him all over the East Coast at live events including Warmdaddy’s, The Kimmel Center, The Mellon Jazz Festival, Penn’s Landing Music Festival, World Café Live, The Painted Bride, in Philadelphia, The Bethlehem Music Festival, the Annual SoNoArts Celebration in So. Norwalk, CT, and at some European events.

LB received Dubspot Producer’s Certificate in Ableton Live program in 2014 from Dubspot New York, premier international electronic music and DJ school. He studied extensively with composer, alto saxophonist and Jazz innovator, Bobby Zankel, with clarinetist and saxophonist Norman David, and with flutist Dr. Cynthia Folio. He recently attended Buster Williams School of Music and completed their Summer Jazz Intensive program. In March 2015, he was awarded the 2015 Akademia Award for best funk/jazz song for his original composition, Feelin Good.

He received his Ed.M from Harvard Graduate School of Education and his B.A. from Temple University.

Influencers: Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Sony Rollins, Wayne Shorter, Stanley Turrentine, Nile Rodgers, Pat Metheny, Nils Petter Movaer, Thievery Corporation.

Feelin’ Good, http://www.theakademia.com/march2015_bestsong_funkjazz.html
http://www.marquix.tv/features/laurent-lb-bass.html
http://blog.dubspot.com/dubspot-student-spotlight-april-2015/

LB & Mélange Jazz Collective Photo Ed Maldonado Photography

Mélange Jazz Collective is a fusion of individual musical talents who all share a common love for jazz and combines a diverse range of musical backgrounds and styles inspired from jazz, Latin, funk, blues, world and new music. Mélange is available as duos, trios, quartets, or larger ensembles with a selection of instrumentation (drums, horns, percussion, jazz guitar, jazz violin and vocalists).

SAMPLE OUR MUSIC    

 Enjoy the musical clips by MïxT BeatZ, Jazz +One and Mélange Jazz Collective on our Reverbnation Musician page https://www.reverbnation.com/laurentlbbass, or visit our music page on our website http://www.lbentertainmentintl.com/music/

 REVIEWS

LB Entertainment has received many accolades over the years.  We are quite proud of our reputation, and the honor our clients have given us.  Here are a few of the prestigious reviews that we have earned.

We had a fairytale wedding. It was absolutely amazing! Your musicians were awesome and you helped to make it completely magical.”

“The most beautiful gift is the one that comes from within. Your music is such a wonderful gift.”

“You are amazing. Such a pleasure to deal with. The tracks are fabulous, and you are most professional, representing premier talent. “

“The gala was very successful and attendance at an all-time high. We would not have been able to produce this extraordinary event without your participation.”

“The entertainment was beyond expectation!”.

“I just wanted to say thanks again for all your help this weekend! I heard terrific reviews from all our staff and some alumni about the music selection.”

“I am so glad we had Mélange for our event… everyone was impressed and they added a wonderful ambience”.

 “Thank you, Laurent, for your spectacular performance and deeply appreciated presence at this year’s Founder’s Award. It could not have been more perfect.”

Thank you Laurent for the amazing music”

 CONTACT

 Call us today at 215.629.1791 or write to Danielle@LBEntertainmentintl.com. We will be happy to give you more information about our musical artists, instrumentation, pricing and availability or to request a proposal for your upcoming event.

UPCOMING FEBRUARY PUBLIC PERFORMANCES

February 4 – Mélange Jazz Collective Quartet, Warmdaddy’s Happy Hour, 6-7:15pm, http://www.warmdaddys.com/

February 6 – MïxT BeatZ, InLiquid Benefit, VIP Reception, 4:30pm-7pm, http://inliquid.org/

February 12 – Bert Harris Trio, Paris Wine Bar, 9pm-12am, http://www.londongrill.com/paris-wine-bar/

February 28 – Mélange Jazz Collective Quartet, Manayunk Brewery, Live Jazz Brunch, 10:30am-2:30pm, https://www.manayunkbrewery.com/

 PHOTO GALLERY

Feb Gallery

Gratefully,

Danielle

Your source of music entertainment for Jazz, electronic, electro-acoustic, and more.