Lew Tabackin; Jammin' On The Hudson

Hope to see you there!

Jammin' On The Hudson

Mickey Bass is pleased to announce: Jammin'

Jazz-Mobile, Inc. Saturday Jazz Workshop

This Saturday registration begins for Jazz-Mobile, Inc. Saturday Jazz Workshop - please see the attached flyer for details, and we hope to see you there!

Holiday Greetings from Mickey Bass

Holiday Greetings from Early Bird Records!
This Season may we suggest that you consider the gift of Out National Treasure.....Jazz for the Holidays!
Early Bird Records - Limited Editions of rare recordings - Collectors items.....for the connoiseur in you....

And may we extend our Wishes to You - that your Holidays be like our records.......each one different and unique........

Best Regards,

Lee O. Bass III (Mickey)

Louis Hayes; Jammin' On The Hudson

Riverbank State Park, in association with Brownstone Entertainment Complex, LLC, for our sixth consecutive year are pleased to present: “Jammin' On The Hudson."

'Jammin'; The Summer Concert Series for the 'serious' Jazz Lover! What could be more inviting than listening to the sounds of great Jazz Artists, cast out over The Hudson River, at sunset, for Free?!

On Sunday August 15th we present a percussionist who is somewhat of a jazz icon. A Drummers' Drummer who began his career at the age of nineteen, working with the legendary Horace Silver....This gentleman was also one of the original members of “The Communicators" featuring Joe Henderson, Cedar Walton and Freddie Hubbard, and later was a part of Julian “Cannonball" Adderleys' Band, along with Sam Jones, Joe Zawinul and Nat Adderley...A working member of both Freddie Hubbards' Band and Oscar Petersons' Trio—undoubtedly he has all the credentials necessary to be a Leader in his own right, which he is—leading his own band for the past ten years with his “Cannonball Adderley Legacy Band." This illustrious Percussionist, who has achieved Worldwide recognition released a new recording in 2009; “The Timekeeper," on the 18th St. & Vine Label. We are proud to welcome to the stage of “Jammin" the one and only Mr. Louis Hayes, and his dynamic ensemble

“Jammin'; The Summer Concert Series for the 'serious' Jazz Lover!"

Riverbank State Park is located at 679 Riverside Drive in New York; between Riverside Drive and The Hudson River, the entrance to the Park is at 145th street and Riverside Drive. On sunny days the Concert Venue is “The Mainstage." If it rains Concerts are indoors in an auditorium. Jammin' On The Hudson Concerts are from 5.00pm to 7.00pm, and are free!

Riverbank State Park, in association with Brownstone Entertainment Complex, LLC, for our sixth consecutive year are pleased to present: "Jammin' On The Hudson".

'Jammin'; The Summer Concert Series for the 'serious' Jazz Lover! What could be more inviting than listening to the sounds of great Jazz Artists, cast out over The Hudson River, at sunset, for Free?!

On Sunday July 18th we open our Series with "The Smokers Union". The high intensity of this band of Players, with their 'take no prisoners' attitude promises to be a rare Musical treat, and is not to be missed! This band is exactly what it says it is - " It's 'Smokin'!", and maintaining that particular 'mix' will be; Lakecia Benjamin, Charles Davis Jr. Allen Palmer and Mark Johnson.

A powerful young woman is on Alto Sax; Ms. Lakecia Benjamin. A native New Yorker, who graduated from The New School, into Clark Terry’s Big Band “Terry’s young Titans of Jazz”, with whom she then began to tour the World. Recently she has also played with Alicia Keyes, Stevie Wonder and Rashied Ali. Tenor Saxophonist, Charles Davis Jr. originally 'hails' from Milwaukee, and has worked with Roy Haynes, and The Sun Ra Orchestra. Pianist Allen Palmer, has played with Jackie McLean, and Abraham Burton, and recently played in the revival of the Off-Broadway play “The Connection”. Our bombardier; Mark Johnson has been the rhythmic pulse for Stanley Turrentine, Abbey Lincoln, David Murray and quite a few others....

"Jammin'; The Summer Concert Series for the 'serious' Jazz Lover!”

Riverbank State Park is located at 679 Riverside Drive in New York; between Riverside Drive and The Hudson River, the entrance to the Park is at 145th street and Riverside Drive. On sunny days the Concert Venue is "The Mainstage". If it rains Concerts are indoors in an auditorium. Jammin' On The Hudson Concerts are from 5.00pm to 7.00pm, and are free!

The Mickey Bass New York Powerhouse Ensemble

For over three decades, Goddard Riverside has hosted a series of Musical Evenings featuring outstanding musicians; The high intensity of this band of Players, with their 'take no prisoners' attitude promises to be a rare Musical treat, and is not to be missed! This band is exactly what it says it is -- A Powerhouse, and maintaining that particular 'mix' will be; Lakecia Benjamin; Alto Sax, Charles Davis Jr; Tenor Sax, Alan Palmer; Piano, Eric Allen; Drums and Bandleader Mickey Bass on Bass.

"Mickey Bass's long-running ensemble is hard bop with fire and soul; the jumping quintet always lives up to it's name..... Gary Giddins, 'Voice Choices', The Village Voice

"You don't often see the Bassist down front leading the band, but here's a Bass man who is eminently qualified for the job....with this man leading, energy is guaranteed.... And everything will sound fresh." Joe Klopus, The Kansas City Star.

Legendary Bassist & Bandleader Mickey Bass is a Hard-bop veteran. As a "Jazz Messenger" he Recorded, Composed & Arranged for Art Blakey. Also worked as a Bassist with Billy Eckstine, Hank Mobley, Freddie Hubbard and Sonny Rollins, to name but a few, and Gloria Lynne, for whom he also served as Musical Director. Recordings include stints with; Hank Mobley & Lee Morgan for "Blue Note" Records, Bobby Timmons on "Prestige" and Curtis Fuller on "Mainstream"......

Meanwhile...back to the Band! A powerful young woman is on Alto Sax; Ms. Lakecia Benjamin. A native New Yorker, who graduated from The New School, into Clark Terry's Big Band "Terry's young Titans of Jazz", with whom she then began to tour the World. Recently she has also played with Alicia Keyes, Stevie Wonder, and Rashied Ali. Tenor Saxophonist, Charles Davis Jr. originally 'hails' from Milwaukee, and has worked with Roy Haynes, and The Sun Ra Orchestra. Pianist Allen Palmer, has played with Jackie McLean, and Abraham Burton, and recently played in the revival of the Off-Broadway play "The Connection". Our bombardier; Eric Allen is a former alumni of Mr. Bass' Jazz Ensemble at The Ellington School of The Arts, and has played extensively with Wallace Roney's Quintet. He has also toured Japan with Vocalist Helen Merrill, and played in Illinois Jacquet's band, along with Richard Wyands and 'Slam' Stewart.

Goddard Riverside Community Center: "changing lives.....creating hope.....opening doors...... "Our programs are designed to meet the basic needs of the participants and simultaneously inject new learning, stimulate curiosity and motivate participants to become more aware of the world around them and take action to better and enrich their lives." Goddard is located at 593 Columbus Avenue in New York; on the corner of 88th Street. Concerts are from 7.00pm to 8.00pm.

Please note: This is a Free Jazz Concert - to which all program participants, staff, community members, family and friends are welcome. Seating is limited to 200 seats; please pick up a ticket at 593 Columbus Avenue starting on April 7th to ensure seating.

Phone number: (212) 873-6600

Website: www.goddard.org

"The Co-Operation" Featuring Bryan Carrott; "Jammin' on The Hudson"

Riverbank State Park, in association with Brownstone Entertainment Complex, LLC, for our fifth consecutive year are pleased to present: “Jammin’ On The Hudson”.

On Sunday August 9th we Present; “The Co-operation”.

This Band is the brain-storm of its Bassist/Leader, who left working with Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers to form this band. Band alumni include John Hicks, Michael Carvin, Robin Eubanks, Clifford Adams, Steve Nelson, Wallace Roney, Bobby Watson, Chico Freeman and Wynton Marsalis… The objective of this band, then and now, is to keep alive, and fresh, both Hard-bop and Post-bop; the living Legacy of this Music. A vintage recording of this Band is Sentimental Mood (Chiaroscuro), recently re-issued on Early Bird Records.

This Co-operation will feature a very special guest on the Vibraphone; he played and recorded with David Fat-head Newman, and played in the pit of the Hit Broadway Show The Lion King; the very talented Bryan Carrott. Another returning Band member, who for a number of years now has been a member of Kool and the Gang, is Trombonist Clifford Adams. On Trumpet is the new star on the horizon; Josh Evans. Charles Davis Jr. will be on Tenor Sax. The Bombardier of the band has also been making quite a name for himself in and around town; Emanuel Harrold on Drums. Last, but definitely far from least is a Bassist, Arranger, Composer and Bandleader who has led a fairly illustrious career so far, having worked and recorded with; Lee Morgan, Hank Mobley, Sonny Rollins, Art Blakey, Jackie McLean, Bobby Timmons, Freddie Hubbard, Billy Eckstine, Carmen McRae and Gloria Lynne…to name a few. Jammin’ on the Hudson anticipates an outstanding Event; Mickey Bass & ‘The Co-Operation’, Featuring Bryan Carrott.

“When Mickey Bass & The Co-Operation get in the right groove, the right groove being a loose, driving, up-tempo, it is doubtful if there is another Jazz group in town that swings as hard as this one.”
John S. Wilson. The New York Times

Jammin; The Summer Concert Series for the serious Jazz Lover!

Riverbank State Park is between Riverside Drive and The Hudson River, in New York City. The Park entrance is at 679 Riverside Drive.
Jammin’ happens on The Mainstage. If it rains, we move indoors to an auditorium.
Closest Subway: #1 Train to 145th St.
Closest Bus: M11 goes up Riverside Drive and into Riverbank State Park.
Also the M19 crosses town and stops in the Park.
Phone Number: (212) 694-3633

"Inimitable" Annie Ross! "

Riverbank State Park, in association with Brownstone Entertainment Complex, LLC, for our fifth consecutive year are pleased to present: "Jammin' On The Hudson".

Our Season 'kicks-off' on Sunday July 12th with....a Legendary vocalist who once stood in for the one-and-only "Lady Day" (Ms. Billie Holiday) at The Apollo; quite a feat, especially at that time; for a white woman to step out onto that 'hallowed' turf in the midst of Harlem! Following the success of this event, she then began to be greatly, and widely revered. As one of the original members of a group who epitomised 'vocalese' she once penned lyrics to a famous tenor saxophone solo by Wardell Gray; "Twisted". She was one third of this one-of-a-kind vocal ensemble called Lambert, Hendricks and she is the very special Ms. Annie Ross. Ms. Ross was recently informed that she will be a recipient of a 2010 N.E.A."Jazz Masters" Award, this month she will be inducted into the ASCAP Jazz Wall of Fame, at Lincoln Center. This July 12th "Jammin' On The Hudson" will have the priviledge of Presenting; Ms. Annie Ross. This is one Event not to be missed!

'Jammin'; The Summer Concert Series for the 'serious' Jazz Lover!

Riverbank State Park is located at 679 Riverside Drive in New York; between Riverside Drive and The Hudson River, the entrance to the Park is at 145th street and Riverside Drive. On sunny days the Concert Venue is "The Mainstage". If it rains Concerts are held indoors in an auditorium.

Closest Subway: #1 Train to 145th St.
Closest Bus: M11 goes up Riverside Drive and into Riverbank State Park.
Also the M19 crosses town and stops in the Park.
Phone Number: (212) 694-3633
Website: http://brownstoneentertainment2.com/Jammin081.html

Wallace Roney; The Jazz Legacy Series

Part 3 of 3 of "Let's Stay Together" by Al Green. A 'Live' performance from "The Jazz Legacy Series"; Featuring the 'Stellar' Wallace Roney

Wallace Roney; The Jazz Legacy Series

Part 2 of 3 of "Let's Stay Together" by Al Green. A 'Live' performance from "The Jazz Legacy Series"; Featuring the 'Stellar' Wallace Roney

Wallace Roney; The Jazz Legacy Series

Part 1 of 3 of "Let's Stay Together" by Al Green. A 'Live' performance from "The Jazz Legacy Series"; Featuring the 'Stellar' Wallace Roney

FULFILLING, WHAT HAS BEEN LACKING, IN THE MUSIC.....FOR SO LONG

By: Mickey Bass
as Published in All About Jazz issue of April 2009

Jazz, as we once knew it has become a thing of the past. For a lot of years Clubs and Promoters have been saying that this Music is dead. My response to that statement is "How can Jazz be dead when its' creators are still alive, and well and 'creating'?" In other words; if it ain't broke....we wish you wouldn'a 'fixed' it.....

Years ago if you turned on the Radio, within five seconds you knew, without question who was playing. That reality, of an immediately identifiable sound, and persona is a far cry from today. Today what we mostly hear are; good Arrangements, with all the right notes being played, but the Music, on the whole lacks the energy, the fire that Bands in that golden age all had.

In the last thirty years or so, thanks to the efforts of people like Quincy Jones, Dr. David Baker and Thelonious Monk Jr. the Jazz studies programs throughout the scholastic system have led to a greater awareness of this music amongst young people. Yet, it seems that Europeans have always had a far greater awareness and appreciation for this American Classic Music "Our National Treasure".

Throughout the 'Fifties, 'Sixties and 'Seventies, Apprenticeship programs were readily available in this Country, whereby; in order to learn and grow, a Musician could come up through the ranks with Art Blakey & The "Jazz Messengers", Horace Silver, J.J. Johnson, The Jazztet, or Miles Davis. This type of incubator was the 'tradition', the road to learning and developing your own sound and voice.

So. At this point in time, what can we do to restore the integrity to this 'arena'? How can we recreate those Apprenticeship programs? Where are all the new John Coltrane's, Miles Davis's or any other Innovators on the scene of this generation? How can we bring this great and totally unique Music back up to the levels, the standards from which it should have never fallen? What can we do to encourage each individual to develop their own unique sound?

Too much of everything nowadays appears to be about following patterns. Following patterns is a part of it, but only a part of it and can become 'formulaic'; it produces a monotonous clone, rather than a spontaneous - brilliant - spark to the imagination. And therein lies the root of the problem.

If we want to follow a pattern, then what new pattern could be put in place that could revive these standards, of recognition of true greatness, of Leadership and Apprenticeship? It seems that nowadays there is a great market for 'Moderate'.....

At difficult times like these, I believe that the Arts are needed more than ever; because the Arts re-affirm who we are as human beings.

The Kaufmann Center has some very interesting Series, as a matter of fact I did a performance over there with then of Freddie Redd's; "Re-connected" Music from "The Connection", which is now being performed Off-Broadway, with Rene McLean taking his Fathers' role. Jazz @ Lincoln Center is certainly doing many things.....

But, it's more than simply a Museum; in order for the music to retain its' vitality there has to be new lifeblood - so many clubs are doing tributes to many of those great Artists who are sadly no longer with us, which is great - but how about 'Honoring' those who are still here, in our midst, and too seldom heard?

And as a matter of fact we are doing just that, because "Don't talk about it, be about it!"; we have a wonderful "Jazz Legacy Series in a very nice environment", where we are booking all of those true Giants, who are able to be in the vicinity of "Creole"; Curtis Fuller,

Charles Davis, James Spaulding, Lee Konitz, Wallace Roney, Grady Tate. Yes we are doing it and keeping this Jazz tradition alive with some of the Original Innovators, who are still alive and 'kickin'!

How can you Lead, if you do not yet know how to follow? Who can you follow, if those great Masters of this Music are not being heard on the Bandstand?

I love 'Be-bop', I grew up in it, and on it.....I want to perpetuate it because there are a lot of Musical Architects who are no longer with us.....There can be no future without a past, as far as the Music is concerned.

You can read more about Mickey Bass at

www.mickeybass.com or at www.allaboutjazz.com

Mickey has a forthcoming Book, of his own, Hartt College accredited, Original Jazz Improvisational Method; "The Diminished Whole Tone Concept" (c) 2009. One of the major differences of approach in this Method is that rather than simply giving patterns to repeat, to learn from, rather it is an entire aesthetic to absorb, and assimilate, which is much needed in order to truly develop ones' own, unique, individual voice to be heard.

"The Diminished Whole Tone Concept" (c) 2009 will be available through rainbowjazz.com

Mickey also has a Brand New Release out on his "Early Bird" Record label, it's called:

The Mickey Bass New York Powerhouse Ensemble, 'Live' at the Jazz Corner of the World, of which he has said:

"It is my belief, that this record will set a precedent for the future, Because it fulfills what has been lacking in the Music, for so long....."

Early Bird" Records are available at www.rainbowjazz.com

Mickey Bass & The New York Powerhouse Ensemble

Creole Restaurant & Music Supper Club, in association with Brownstone Entertainment Complex, LLC proudly present “The Jazz Legacy Series”.

Combine the exquisite dining experience of “Creole” with the flavor of Internationally known Jazz Artists; toss in the nostalgia of an ambience found in elegant ‘Supper Clubs’…..and you have our “Jazz legacy Series”

Brownstone Entertainment; Bringing Jazz back ‘Uptown’…..to what was once the ‘spawning ground’ of the ‘Be-bop’ Era, and its’ Traditions…..

The weekend of Friday February 6th and Saturday February 7th will launch the series, celebrating a Brand new ‘Killer’ Record Release, just out on the “Early Bird” label and ‘cut’ in the Traditions of the Original “Jazz Corner” @ 52nd St. & Broadway: MICKEY BASS & The New York Powerhouse Ensemble, “Live’ at The Jazz Corner of the World”

The Band, featured on this record is the same Band which opened the JVC Jazz Festival in 2002, playing at the Schoenberg; received standing ovations at The Clef Club in Philadelphia; and was declared the “Highlight” of The Mellon Jazz Festival. The high intensity of this Band of Players, with their ‘take no prisoners’ attitude promises to be a rare Musical treat, and is not to be missed! Always maintaining that Powerhouse ‘mix’, the players will include: Myron Walden; Also sax, George Cables; Piano, Eric Allen; Drums and Bandleader Mickey Bass; Bass

“Mickey Bass’s long-running ensemble is hard bop with fire and soul; the jumping quintet always lives up to its name.”

Gary Giddins.

“It was clearly The Highlight of the Mellon Jazz Festival! The work of The New York Powerhouse Ensemble at “The Crawford Grill”, stood far above all the other festival events because of the sax mans’ (Abraham Burton) playing and the work of the rest of the group, led by Hill District native; Bassist Mickey Bass, and featuring pianist John Hicks and Drummer Eric Allen.

Bob Karlovits

On Friday and Saturday Nights; two shows nightly, at 8.00pm and 10.00pm.

There will be a $20 Cover Charge, and a ‘2 drink’ minimum.

Reservations are recommended! Please call the Club at (212) 876-8838

Creole Restaurant & Music Supper Club is located at 2167 Third Avenue (N.E. corner 118th St.), New York, New York 10035

Mickey Bass & "The New York Concert Ensemble"

Sunday August 10th 2008; features the ‘re-emergence’ of an All Star Band, which at its’ original inception featured Tommy Turrentine, Bobby Watson, Chico Freeman, Kiani Zawadi, John Hicks, Billy Hart and Mickey Bass; an All Star band, which was the ‘brain-child’ of Mickey Bass; The Mickey Bass Concert Ensemble. This Band was featured at Damrosch Park, Lincoln Center, and subsequently at The Bandshell in Central Park, where the configuration had evolved to feature more “Young Lions”; Steve Nelson, Wallace Roney, Branford Marsalis, Mickey Bass, Manny Boyd, Robin Eubanks, and Michael Carvin. Now after much too long of a hiatus this Band is ready to ‘re-emerge’ with another great cast of characters!

Firstly; on Trumpet, is featured ‘a new star on the horizon’, he studied with Jackie Mc Lean since he was fifteen and has thus far worked with Rashid Ali, Benny Golson and Winard Harper. You’ll surely hear a lot more from him, his name is Josh Evans. Co-BandLeader and Alto Saxaphonist Rene Mclean, is the very talented son of the late, Great Jackie Mclean; a young gentlemen who has worked and recorded over the years with his Father’s Band and has, himself, been keeping the tradition alive and well. The tenor Saxophonist, Charles Davis Jr. originally 'hails' from Milwaukee, and has worked with Roy Haynes, and The Sun Ra Orchestra. Our Trombonist is an original member of The Concert Ensemble, who was also featured on "Sentimental Mood", on "Early Bird" Records. His long, and illustrious career has led him to play, and record with such Artists as Slide Hampton, James Moody, Mongo Santomaria, Lionel Hampton, Dizzy Gillespie and Aretha Franklin. He has recorded on the "Blue Note", "Impulse" and "Strata East" Record labels. We are more than happy to have him re-join us here; Mr. Kiani Zawadi. The pianist has played with Jackie McLean, and with Abraham Burton, working the 'rounds' of New York City, is 'newcomer' Allen Palmer. On Drums; our 'bombadier' is somewhat of a 'newcomer' on the New York Jazz Scene today. A recent Graduate of "The New School", who counts Joe Chambers as being amongst his 'Mentors'. This young man is fast establishing himself as one of the new talents on the scene today, he has worked with Myron Walden, Mickey Bass, Rene McLean and James Spaulding, amongst others; this 'emerging' young talent is Emanuel Harrold.
Which brings us to the man, whos' 'Brain-child' this configuration is; Internationally recognised, Bassist 'Extraordinaire' Mickey Bass, on Bass; also the Band-Leader, Composer and Arranger; His achievements are many.....

Several of the Band members are featured on "Sentimental Mood", released on the "Early Bird" Record Label, which features; "Rare Recordings; Collectors Items of Limited Editions:

" When Mickey Bass & "The Co-operation" get in the 'right groove', the right groove being a loose, driving, up-tempo, it is doubtful, if there is another Jazz group in town that swings as hard as this one." John S. Wilson. The New York Times.

"My First Blog!" "The Reunion Legacy Band"

The Tradition of "The Reunion Legacy Band" was formulated by a group of guys who grew up together musically, played together for more than 30 years, and are always aspiring to keep alive the traditions initiated by the 'Be-bop' Masters: Miles, Bird, Dizzy, and Monk. Keeping, and maintaining the traditions, the flavors of the past, and then actively taking them forward into the future.....

The Band originally came together in 1990 to record "The Legacy"; Produced by Mickey Bass and released in 1991 on the "Early Bird" Record Label; the original Band members were: John Hicks, Gary Bartz, Charles Tolliver, Grachan Moncur III, Billy Hart and Mickey Bass - a unique, cooperative group.

During their 'formative' years, and living in Brooklyn; Grachen, Charles, and Mickey played a steady gig every Monday night; always with a different drummer and saxophonist. They were the final 'House-Band' at "The Coronet" before it closed..... At that time It was very difficult for younger artists to be leaders on ‘gigs’; the ‘Elder Statesmen’ were predominant in Jazz. However, the experience of working with older and wiser musicians gave Junior Jazz players the experience necessary to truly develop their own sound. Even before this trio migrated to the Mecca of jazz – New York City – they had honed their skills at the North End Lounge – a club in Baltimore owned by Gary Bartzs’ Father. Meanwhile, John Hicks was already living in New York and making ample use of the education he had acquired at Boston’s Berklee School of Music. The four men then played together every weekend. After a time, all these aspiring young musicians came together in New York City and continued to work with one another, on and off.
The Hero’s, who inspired them were; John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Thelonius Monk, and Bud Powell.
These inspired young journeymen, learned from the legacy of the past, lived in the present and leaned toward the future of jazz..... The resultant collaboration is something like a marriage could be; something old, something new, something borrowed.....and something blue.

Hence the Title of this Album: “The Reunion Legacy Band”

Of the original Band members; two have gone on to become Bandleaders in their own right, one is sadly no longer with us here; but the remaining three will be making a special, rare appearance, together once more, as a part of the Summer Concert Series for the 'serious' Jazz lover: "Jammin' on The Hudson";

Billy Hart, Grachan Moncur III and Mickey Bass; who in the great tradition of the ‘Be-bop’ Masters, of apprenticeship, now include; Josh Evans, who studied with Jackie McLean from the age of fifteen, Aaron Graves, who was first introduced to this Music through Mickey Bass and his “Jazz Ensemble”, whilst he was a student at the prestigious “Ellington School of the Arts”, Washington, D.C. Aaron brings his experience learned with ‘Little Jimmy Scott’. Charles Davis Jr. also joins this band.

Keeping, and maintaining the traditions, the ‘flavors’ of the past…..and then actively taking them forward…into the future.

Riverbank State Park is where 'it’s all happenin’ this Summer, with Our “Jammin’ on The Hudson” series;

Where Great Jazz Music comes to Life!