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The New Millennials: International Lineup of Next Gen Jazz Talent Debuts at Tribeca Performing Art Center- MAY 3rd

April 15, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

Together with Legendary Lenny White and Randy Brecker Tickets can be purchased here: http://ow.ly/uvoCR The diverse range of global talent includes 2013 winner - Anita Vitale from Italy. Ricardo Baldacci from Brazil, Hermine Deurloo from the Netherlands, Pablo Elorza from Argentina, Vladimir Maras from Montenegro, Rozina Patkai from Hungary, NGA Big Band from Germany, Nick Vintskevich from Russia and Miqayel Voskanyan Band from Armenia. These new jazz luminaries in the making will perform together with legendary Lenny White and Randy Brecker. The Gala Concert of the Made in New York Competition, which will take place at the Tribeca Performing Arts Center on Saturday, May 3, 2014, features a global roster of future jazz … [Continue reading...]

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STEPHANIE OSWALD, SPRING BREAK TRAVEL: THE LATEST TRENDS AND TIPS!!

April 14, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

International Travel Expert Stephanie Oswald Provides Insider Tips on Everything from Where to Go, What to Pack and Getting the Most for Your Travel Dollar! She is an Editor-In-Chief of travelgirl Magazine, International Travel Expert For most people, spring break goes hand in hand with sun, fun and a long-awaited break from winter. However, spring break also means dealing with big crowds and high prices. International travel expert and Editor-In-Chief of travelgirl magazine, Stephanie Oswald, understands how messy traveling can be. She is available for interview to share plenty of tips and trends for all your spring break travel needs that will ensure that everyone has a great time! We talked about: House of Dance and Feathers, Classic, New Orleans Jazz Festival, New Orleans … [Continue reading...]

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Gene Cornish of The Rascals

April 11, 2014 By Filipino Leave a Comment

Gene Cornish is an American guitarist and harmonica player. He is an original member of the popular 1960s blue-eyed soul band the Rascals. From 1965–70, the band recorded eight albums and had thirteen singles that reached Billboard's Top 40 chart. In 1997, as a founding member of the Rascals, Cornish was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. In 1962, Gene Cornish with The Gene Cornish Nobles released "Winner Take All" backed with "Since I Lost You" on Vassar 319. As the composers of the latter, "R. Cornish - G. Cornish" is printed on B side label. It was well-made in the manner of white doo-wop (arranged by Lew Douglas). Cornish became a member of Joey Dee and the Starliters in 1964. During that period, he met vocalist Eddie Brigati and keyboardist Felix Cavaliere (also … [Continue reading...]

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April Events at The Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts

April 10, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

Sunday, April 13 2014 Pace Presents ORQUESTA ARAGÓN Charanga Cubana Curated by LiveSounds.org at The Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts Doors at 6:30pm, Show at 7:30pm Tickets: $35 One of Cuba's grandest and enduring, charanga bands, Orquesta Aragón, the "Duke Ellington and Count Basie Orchestra of Cuban music," is a national treasure on the island and have performed worldwide for over 60 years. Orquesta Aragón has been a cornerstone of Cuban culture for seven decades, playing danzón, son, cha-cha-chá, rumba and their own styles. Their Afro-Latin innovations shaped the evolution of Cuban music for decades and they have been credited for inspiring New York's mambo scene in the 50s, making an indelible mark on African music in the 70s, and influencing a … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Events, Hispanic / Latino, Music and Dance Tagged With: April, arts, center, events, michael, schimmel

Pete Seeger Peace Pole Dedication

April 8, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

World Peace Prayer Society ~ Monthly Highlight Pete Seeger Peace Pole Dedication March 15th, 2014 - Newburgh, New York On a cold and windy Ides of March on the banks of the Hudson River we gathered to remember peace activist and folk musician Pete Seeger. Pete Seeger spent his life speaking out for environmental causes, disarmament, civil rights and created the awareness and action that took a contaminated Hudson River and brought it back to become one of the cleanest major rivers in America. Pete was a longtime friend of The World Peace Prayer Society and was known to regularly stake ground with a group of fellow activists along Route 9 in Fishkill, NY. Holding signs and banners, Pete and his friends would bring attention to the worlds … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Enlightenment, Good News To Go, Music and Dance, Non-profit Tagged With: dedication, peace, pete, pole, seeger

Tamsen Fadal

April 7, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

Tamsen Fadal is an award-winning journalist and author and currently anchors the 5pm and 10pm at PIX11 News, Tribune’s Flagship Station in New York City. Tamsen joined the PIX11 Morning News team, in Spring of 2008 and has interviewed some of the most exciting newsmakers and celebrities out there, from U.S. presidents to Hollywood royalty. Prior to joining WPIX-TV, Tamsen was a correspondent for the CBS flagship station, WCBS-TV in New York. With more than a decade of experience, she has covered stories ranging from the Columbia Shuttle Crash to the London Bombings to the war on terror. In 2002, she traveled to Afghanistan and was embedded with the American troops during the war. She also reported during Operation Enduring Freedom from Air Force bases in London and Germany. Tamsen, a … [Continue reading...]

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Miri Ben-Ari

April 7, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

Miri Ben-Ari, a critically acclaimed, GRAMMY Award-winning violinist, and producer who is world renowned as a musical pioneer. A classically trained violinist, who studied under the late classical master Isaac Stern, Ben-Ari has helped sell millions of records by collaborating with other GRAMMY Award-winning artists such as Kanye West, (co-produced Jesus Walks) Jay Z, Wyclef Jean, Alicia Keys, Wynton Marsalis, Britney Spears, Maroon 5, Patti Labelle, Brandy, Donna Summer, Janet Jackson, John Legend, Armin Van Buuren, and countless others. Miri is currently headlining her own spot date performances around the world, and featured as a special guest with Armin Van Buuren on his Armin Only Global tour. Miri Ben-Ari was named the Third Metric Musical Muse for Arianna Huffington, and is … [Continue reading...]

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Mark Rivera at Beatles Fest, NYC

April 3, 2014 By Filipino Leave a Comment

Mark Rivera is an American musician, musical director and corporate entertainment provider. In addition to playing soprano, alto, tenor and baritone saxophones, Rivera's musical talents encompass vocals, guitar, flute, percussion, and keyboards. Rivera's first national exposure came with the band Tycoon in the mid-1970s. From this venture he met the legendary producer Robert John "Mutt" Lange. Lange, as part of an association with Mick Jones and Lou Gramm of Foreigner, introduced Rivera to the "big leagues" of rock music, recording and performing. Over the years, Rivera has worked with Hall & Oates, Tycoon, Peter Gabriel on his ground breaking So album - where Rivera played and arranged the horns for "Sledgehammer" and "Big Time", Simon & Garfunkel, John Lennon, Billy Ocean, … [Continue reading...]

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Ray Korona Band, Sat Apr 5, NYC, Special Concert

April 1, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

Hi, Paul-I want you to know that you and your friends are especially invited to our band's annual homecoming concert for friends and activists at Peoples' Voice Café in NYC, SAT, APR 5, 2014 at 8 pm. It's in Community Church, 40 E. 35th St (west of Park Ave), NYC 10016. This is our favorite show of the entire year, packed with way cool people, energy and surprises! And we're very excited that we'll all get to hear Autumn and Ernie, our truly exceptional musical guests. Here's the venue's description of what to expect: Join band members Barry Kornhauser, Ellen Davidson, Gina Tlamsa, Ivice & Ray with piano virtuoso Rick Ulfik for the Ray Korona Band’s annual homecoming concert for friends and activists! Lots of new songs on current social justice issues, love, … [Continue reading...]

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Danny Aiello, shares his Good News at the 57th Annual New York Emmy Awards Gala,

March 31, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

Christmas, songs, where he is one of the esteemed Presenters. Danny Aiello, the Academy Award nominated actor and singer whose performances in more than 80 films have endeared him to audiences worldwide is releasing a holiday CD of traditional favorites entitled My Christmas Song for You. This is the second studio recording for the critically acclaimed entertainer who The New York Times says “has the bounce of his idols Bobby Darin, Frank Sinatra and Louis Prima, and the throaty lyricism of another idol, Tony Bennett.” My Christmas Song for You introduces some holiday classics with new flair including “I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas”, “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”, “The Christmas Song” and “Winter Wonderland” alongside some of Danny’s favorites … [Continue reading...]

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The Bob Dorough Trio AT PESCATORE!

March 31, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

The Bob Dorough Trio Good News speaks to the Legendary Bob Dorough at Pescatore , see below, details ---Jazz, Swing and a little nostalgia of "Schoolhouse Rock" Anything this "perennial hipster" is original! … [Continue reading...]

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FOURTH ANNUAL BLUE NOTE JAZZ FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES INITIAL 2014 LINEUP

March 27, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

Over 150 Performances at More Than 15 Venues Throughout New York City Aretha Franklin, Bobby McFerrin & Questlove, Michael McDonald, Reggie Watts, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Michael Bolton, José James, André Previn & Christian McBride, Ramsey Lewis With Philip Bailey, Marcus Miller, Sérgio Mendes, Monty Alexander, Gato Barbieri, Danilo Pérez-John Patitucci-Brian Blade Trio, and More With over 150 performances at more than 15 venues throughout New York City, the 2014 Blue Note Jazz Festival will be held Sunday, June 1 through Monday, June 30. Ticket information and a current schedule of events/locations is available on the official website, www.BlueNoteJazzFestival.com. Additional performances and venues for the Fourth Annual festival will be … [Continue reading...]

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Cristiana Pegoraro in concert in New York City – Sunday, March 30

March 23, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

Dear Friends, We are very happy to announce a piano concert by Cristiana Pegoraro in New York City. Narnia Arts Academy cordially invites you to a Fundraising Event Cristiana Pegoraro, piano Sunday, March 30, 2014 at 4:30pm Works by: Beethoven, Chopin, Rossini, Piazzolla, Pegoraro The concert will raise funds for the Narnia Arts Academy scholarship program. Narnia Arts Academy is a not-for-profit organization offering International Summer Training Programs in music, dance, Italian language and culture in Narni, Italy. www.narniaartsacademy.com This event will be held at the home of Francesca and Michele Verga, … [Continue reading...]

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PLEASE COME AND SEE THE AMAZING NITA WHITAKER ON MARCH 24TH AT 7PM AT THE TRIAD.

March 21, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

I would be happy to arrange your tickets for an evening that you will love. Groomed in gospel, trained in opera, honed in pop, Nita’s voice is a remarkable instrument that defies limitations. Pulling all these elements together, Nita has found a beautiful blend of music that soothes the soul on this her latest CD Life Stories, showcasing her songwriting and producing abilities as well. With a vibrant and dynamic stage presence that is unequaled, Nita is comfortable singing in any setting, from an intimate club to the arena stages. She has sung with Andrea Bocelli and often travels with Multi-Grammy winner David Foster as his featured artist, and her performances invariably end in standing ovations. She has performed and shared the stage with countless celebrities including Faith … [Continue reading...]

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Help Micheal Castaldo Win $10K on Artistsignal

March 19, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

Vote for "Micheal Castaldo" on @artistsignal. Help me win $10,000 to promote our next CD. https://artistsignal.com/referrer/129547 In January and February we ranked at #3. We certainly hope we can win it in March. We've been battling it out with another leading competitor jockeying for the top spot. Listen to his music, read his bio and check out who has the best rewards and then decide :) Can you help us? This competition will end on in 13 days (March 31st.) We hope you can vote as often as you can. In fact join us for a vote surge today at 12PM EST. Thanks again for your enthusiasm and support. Cheers, Micheal … [Continue reading...]

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ORQUESTA ARAGON – Rare NYC Appearance by the Legendary Cuban Charanga Band – Live on April 13 at PACE Presents at The Schimmel Center

March 17, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

Press Contact : John Seroff - GreenHousePublicity@gmail.com ***FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*** Sunday, April 13 2014 Pace Presents ORQUESTA ARAGON - Charanga Cubana Curated by LiveSounds.org at The Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts Doors at 6:30pm, Show at 7:30pm Tickets: $35 Direct from Havana, Orquesta Aragón, is one of Cuba's grandest and most enduring charanga Bands. The "Duke Ellington and Count Basie Orchestra of Cuban music," is a national treasure on the island and have performed worldwide for over 60 years. Orquesta Aragón has been a cornerstone of Cuban culture for seven decades, playing danzón, son, cha-cha-chá, rumba and their own styles. Their Afro-Latin … [Continue reading...]

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BP ADAMS TO ANNOUNCE 15TH ANNUAL CENTRAL BROOKLYN JAZZ FESTIVAL

March 11, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

6:00 P.M. TUESDAY, MARCH 11 BROOKLYN BOROUGH HALL ROTUNDA 209 JORALEMON STREET DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN Tomorrow at 6:00 PM, Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams will help announce the 15th Annual Central Brooklyn Jazz Festival, New York City's longest continuously running grassroots festival dedicated to jazz. More than 500 artists, both internationally acclaimed stars and local favorites, will perform in over 50 events at entertainment venues, cultural, educational and faith based institutions during Jazz Appreciation Month, celebrated across the country in April. … [Continue reading...]

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A Chat with Peter Asher

March 3, 2014 By Filipino Leave a Comment

A CHAT WITH PETER ASHER PETER ASHER OF PETER AND GORDON Peter L. Asher (born 22 June 1944) is a British guitarist, singer, manager and record producer. He first came to prominence in the 1960s as a member of the pop music vocal duo Peter and Gordon, before going on to a successful career as a manager and record producer. Good News is so honored to speak to theis living legend in the music industry. Early life Asher was born at the Central Middlesex Hospital. When he was eight years old, he began working as achild actor, and appeared in the film, The Planter's Wife, and the stage play Isn't Life Wonderful. He also appeared in the ITV series, The Adventures of Robin Hood. He was a member of Mensa.[citation needed] While attending the independent Westminster School as a day boy, he … [Continue reading...]

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Actors’ Temple Benefit: ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE

February 27, 2014 By admin Leave a Comment

An evening with Johnny Mercer Monday March 3rd at 7pm Featuring: Juliet Ewing, Bambi Jones, Patti Mariano, & Joyce Nolen, David Hancock Turner at the piano Come on out for a great night of cabaret to help this historic Temple! Created & directed by Karin Baker Kayne Cabaret style performance with cake and coffee. Tickets on sale now: $35 advance or $40 at the door, $50 Mensch, $100 Angel, $200 Seraphim. Please send a check made out to The Actors’ Temple, or fax credit card info to: 212-586-3025, or reserve online. Reservations held at the door. Come have a great time and support the synagogue! # Tickets _______ Credit Card #______________________ Expiration Date____________ Total $________________ Circle: MasterCard Visa American … [Continue reading...]

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Beatles Fest Founder Mark Lapidos & Talking to Peter Asher of Peter and Gordon

February 26, 2014 By Filipino Leave a Comment

How The Fest Was Born... The Fest started in 1974 as the brainchild of a New York-born, New Jersey-raised Beatles fan - Mark Lapidos. In 1974 he was a 26-year-old manager of a Sam Goody record store. He was a Beatles devotee and he simply wanted to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the year in which the Beatles first came to America. So he decided to create a weekend convention in Manhattan for fellow Beatles fans. Read more on the history of how Beatles Fest started here... SID BERNSTEIN BEATLES FEST GUESTS PETER ASHER OF PETER AND GORDON TALKING WITH PETER ASHER … [Continue reading...]

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