On Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM, the incomparable Randy Edelman returns to New York for what promises to be one of the most elegant and emotionally charged evenings of the season — live at the Aman Jazz Club NY.
Set within the refined, intimate atmosphere of the Aman, this is not merely a concert. It is a journey through the melodies that have shaped generations.

Edelman, whose soaring scores and timeless songs have underscored some of cinema’s most beloved films — from The Last of the Mohicans to My Cousin Vinny, Gettysburg, and The Mask — brings his music back to its most personal form: one man, one piano, and a lifetime of stories woven between the notes.
The visual of Edelman seated at the grand piano, bathed in warm stage light, evokes the very heart of his artistry. It is here that themes are reborn — cinematic anthems distilled into intimate expressions. Audiences don’t just hear the music; they feel the decades of passion, discipline, and soul behind every chord.
The March 14th performance promises a curated medley of his iconic film themes, award-winning originals like “21 Again,” and perhaps a few unexpected surprises. For those who have experienced his Carnegie Hall triumphs and sold-out performances, this setting offers something even more rare — closeness. The kind where the piano breathes and the audience listens.

An evening at Aman Jazz Club is about nuance, elegance, and connection. And there is perhaps no composer better suited to that atmosphere than Randy Edelman — a Golden Globe-nominated songwriter whose work bridges Hollywood grandeur with heartfelt vulnerability.
Reservations are essential.
This is not just another date on the calendar.
It is a night where music, memory, and magic meet in one room.

The Cinema Arts Centre is proud to present a very special cinematic and musical evening celebrating one of Hollywood’s most iconic film scores. On Friday, March 13 at 7:30 PM, audiences are invited to a screening of the beloved comedy classic The Mask, followed by a live concert performance starring Golden Globe–nominated composer-musician Randy Edelman.
Best known for his unforgettable music that has shaped generations of filmgoers, Edelman brings his legendary scores from the screen to the stage in an intimate, once-in-a-lifetime performance. Following the screening, he will take audiences on a musical journey through highlights of his celebrated career, performing live and sharing personal stories behind the music.

The Mask, the 1994 film that helped define an era of comedy and pop culture, is inseparable from Edelman’s exuberant, jazz-infused score—music that gave the film its pulse, charm, and unmistakable swagger. Experiencing the film and then hearing its composer perform live creates a rare, immersive celebration of cinema and sound.
This exclusive event takes place at Cinema Arts Centre, located in Huntington, New York, and is designed for film lovers, music fans, and anyone who appreciates the artistry behind the movies they love.
Event Details:
What: Screening of The Mask followed by a live concert
Who: Randy Edelman, Golden Globe–nominated composer-musician
When: Friday, March 13, 7:30 PM
Where: Cinema Arts Centre, Huntington, New York
Tickets are available now. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

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Dear Friends and Members, 

As Thanksgiving soon will be upon us, let’s cherish what we have in our lives. I love this video about the older couple as our Thought for the Day. It represents the realities of living with another, from marriage to friendship to a stranger, and even an enemy. Everyone has their OWN IDENTITY AND CULTURAL BELIEFS…support them, discuss with them, be compassionate to them, and live in Peace with them. True, it’s not easy…but the REWARD IS MORE PEACE ON EARTH. HAPPY THANKSGIVING, ALL…MAY ALL YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE?

We have many Good News Stories to share with you today.

a.    Our dear friend Ann Carrozza has created a new book that you can preorder right now for the holidays, with essential knowledge on how to protect and grow your assets, with a focus on women.

The Smart Woman’s Guide to

Building and Protecting Wealth:

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b.    Good News is doing the public relations for a Mental Health Summit for December 11- 12 in New York, with a focus on a medicine called IBOGAINE. There is a bill in the NY Senate that will come up in the 3-week session in January 2026. Please join us. DRUG ADDICTION IS NOT PEACE, AND THERE ARE NATURAL “QUICK RECOVERY” SOLUTIONS THAT ARE BEING USED OUTSIDE OF AMERICA.

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c.    There is a gorgeous private Hotel in Manhattan, called Aman. The company has over 30 Hotels worldwide, as well as other properties. In the hotel is The Jazz Club, where my friend Emanuel, a member, invited me to enjoy some great music, which I am honored to share with all of you.

Great JAZZ at the Jazz Club at the Aman Hotel, NY, NY.

Imani Rousselle and her Great Band

and King and The TANGIERS BLUES BAND

PLEASE DON’T FORGET THAT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON IS A PERFECT OPPERTUNITY FOR A TAX DEDUCTION BY HELPING TO STRENGTHEN THE MESSAGE FOR CARING FOR MOTHER EARTH AND WORLD PEACE:

Our Good News Corporation, GNC, a 501 C 3 Nonprofit, was created in 2002 with a mission to use media to develop HUMANITARIAN content and events. GNC has lived up to this mission and, in 2026, will celebrate our 24^th International Day of Peace Concerts and Earth Day. It has never been easy to create our events, but so many have donated their time and talents that we have still been able to survive. Next year is a challenge, as our expenses have risen due to a Grammy Network Crew, Professional Stage, Insurance Increases, and much more. However, the results are really great: more than 4 Million Impressions, live views, an all-day audience in Times Square averaging 250,000 per day, and various websites.

If you can, please consider TAX DONATIONS for our events, as there are many benefits to make it worth your involvement, from being on stage to share your Good News for Mother Earth and World Peace, LED Signage All Day, Public Relations, Networking and a forever opportunity to share your message and attendance with friends, board, shareholders, stakeholders and family. WE are serious marketing professionals with 40 years of experience and will make your involvement a WIN-WIN and a WIN for MOTHER EARTH & PEACE.

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Lastly, here is some information on our 2026 Earth & Water Concert on April 22, 2026, and the International Day of Peace Weekend on September 18, 19, and 21, 2026

THE EARTH DAY MARKETING LINK

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Please share with your community all our Good News. 

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With Respect. Love and May Peace Prevail on Earth,  For Information Contact: 

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New York, NY, Montauk, NY

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NOLA to NOFO, LLC
Contact: Sandra Trim-DaCosta
Email: strimdacosta@gmail.com
Website: nola2nofo.com

NOLA to NOFO Announces Donald Harrison’s Second Annual Quantum Leap
Music Festival at Long Island’s Oldest Vineyard
Cutchogue, NY — NOLA to NOFO, LLC proudly announces the return of the
Quantum Leap Music Festival, curated and hosted by NEA Jazz Master and
architect of Nouveau Swing, Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr. The four-day festival
will be held from August 14th to 17th, 2025 at the historic Borghese Vineyard &
Winery, located at 17150 Middle Road (Route 48), Cutchogue, Long Island, NY.
Building upon the resounding success of its inaugural year, the 2025 Quantum
Leap Music Festival promises an unparalleled fusion of world-class New Orleans
music, North Fork’s finest food and beverages, and a vibrant cultural experience
unlike any other. Gates open at 3:00 PM daily, with live music performances
from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. This event is strictly for ages 21 and over.
A Message from Artistic Director Donald Harrison:
“At the Quantum Leap Music Festival, NOLA to NOFO and I present a wide
stylistic range of New Orleans’ greatest musical artists in their respective
styles—from jazz, blues, and funk, to soul-drenched, dance-oriented jazzy
bounce parties. From traditional jazz and modern jazz with touches of soul,
to zydeco, klezmer, and other New Orleans music. This festival has
something for everyone and will expose festival-goers to styles of music you
may not have heard before, but you will leave loving. You can chill, dance, or
party, as this intimate festival bridges aspects of many of your favorite music
at the historic Borghese Vineyard & Winery in the beautiful setting of North
Fork, Long Island.”
Festival Highlights:
Who: NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison and NOLA to NOFO, LLC
What: Donald Harrison’s 2nd Annual Quantum Leap Music Festival
When: August 14–17, 2025 (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM daily)
Where: Castello di Borghese Vineyard & Winery, Cutchogue, NY
(borghesevineyard.com)
Tickets: Single-Day and All-Weekend Passes available at nola2nofo.com. Join the
festival e-newsletter for early access.
Day-by-Day Artist Line-Up (Specific set times announced May 15th)
Thursday, August 14th
● “Roots to Infinity” Artist Talk with Donald Harrison & Guests
● Donald Harrison’s Nouveau Swing Jazz Experience with special guest
Syndee Winters (Nala in The Lion King, Hamilton, Emmy-award winner “Jesus
Christ Superstar on NBC TV w/John Legend and Alice Cooper) – Syndee was
first-runner-up in the recent Sarah Vaughan Jazz Vocal Competition. Her new
recording “Syndee Winter sings Lena Horne”will be available on June 30 – (Ms.
Horne’s 108th birthday!!)
● The New Orleans Klezmer All-Stars
● Zaccai Curtis
Friday, August 15th
● Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr. & The Congo Square Nation Afro-New
Orleans Group
● CJ Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band
● NOLA to NOFO All-Star Jam Session
● Erica Falls
● MORE TBA!
Saturday, August 16th
● Vasti Jackson Band
● NOLA to NOFO All-Star Jam Session
● Leo Nocentelli of The Meters
● Dirty Dozen Brass Band
Sunday, August 17th
● Kyle Roussel
● Preservation Hall Legacy Band
● Donald Harrison’s Electric Band
● The Headhunters
For press inquiries or interviews, contact:
Sandra Trim-DaCosta at strimdacosta@gmail.com

Open TV Show, Host Doctor Bob Lee interview with Donald Harrison, Jr.: https://youtu.be/ML20adiG730

Learn more about Donald Harrison’s appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe here

#quatumleap #musicfestival #music

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Dear Friends and Members,

Good News Corporation, est 2002, nonprofit and Partners are trying to accomplish a WORLDWIDE FIRST FOR PEACE DAY.  

We want to create a MOMENT/MEDITATIVE MINUTE OF SILENCE AT NOON on Friday September 19th IN NYC CITY HALL with Mayor Adams, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and many others throughout NYC Schools, Administrative Departments and NYC ENTIRE Community and METRO AREA. Saturday September 20th in Times Square and Sunday September 21st WORLDWIDE WHERE EVER YOU ARE, as this is the official UN International Day of Peace. Why?

The United Nations, 193 Member Countries agreed to a September 21st, Noon Minute of Silence, in 2002. To have CEASE FIRES EVERYWHERE IN WAR FIELDS, OUR STREETS, OUR HOMES…CREATE ACTS OF PEACE… Good News Corporation and billions are aware of the request according to McKinsey. Good News Corporation and Partners are “MAKING IT A REALITY” and has continued doing so since 2002.  

This year with your help and Ringo Starr, Virtually we will broadcast this 24 HOUR WORLD MOMENT/MEDITATIVE MINUTE OF SILENCE AND PLANT USING AI A PEACE POLE EVERYWHERE IN THE WORLD and broadcast on www.youtube.com/goodnewsbroadcast LIVE and www.pausetheworldforpeace.org. JOIN US. WE ARE ONE. 

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UN International Day of Peace 2025, September 21, Expands to a Global Weekend To Pause the World for Peace Worldwide at Noon in 24 Regions (Time Zones). A World Cease Fire, Peace Acts, Unity, Music, & Climate Action. New York City Leads the Call.

Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival, August 9, 10, 2025,

Flushing Meadow Park, Queens, NY.

Good News Broadcast honored to be media sponsor

NEA Jazz

Master Big Chief Saxophonist

Donald Harrison Jr.’s

Quantum Leap Music Festival

in Long Island at Borghese

Vineyard August 14-17, 2025

Here is a link to make a donation to our nonprofit Good News Corporation, who is working very hard to find the donors/sponsors to support our mission. 

https://goodnewsplanet.com/pausetheworld/peace-day-donations/

We attended an Interfaith gathering called by Mayor Adams for the Massacre at 345 Park Ave.  Our NYS Governor Hochul and NY Police Commissionaire Tisch share their thoughts as well.

Lastly, if you care about your money, please tune in to WOR 710 Radio on Sunday at 10:30 AM. Here you can listen and call in to Legal Expert and Elder Care Lawyer, 14 Year NYS Representative and Dr. Phil, ET, Good Morning America…Guest Lawyer, Ann-Margaret Carrozza, ESQ. 

Ann is BRILLIANT, AND YOUR MONEY IS BRILLIANT, AND YOU ARE BRILLIANT IF YOU ARE SMART ENOUGH TO PROTECT IT.

Paul Sladkus is Ann’s Co-Host. Email me paul.sladkus1@gmail.com if you want me to ask her a question, or just call in (800-321-0710) and listen; it might be one of the most important programs in you and your family’s life.

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LET’S GROW TOGETHER. GOOD NEWS MOTTO: “All we are is what we are with each other.” Zeal 

With Respect. Love and May Peace Prevail on Earth,  For Information Contact: 

Reverend Paul Sladkus, All Faiths and Spiritual,

Founder, Good News Corporation 501 C 3 212 647 1212 paul.sladkus1@gmail.com  and our Good News and Peace Worldwide Team who make our Peace Day 9/21 happen.

www.pausetheworldforpeace.org,www.goodnewsplanet.TV, www.youtube.com/goodnewsbroadcast

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LET’S GROW TOGETHER. GOOD NEWS MOTTO: ALL WE ARE IS WHAT WE ARE WITH EACH OTHER. ZEAL

For more information contact: 

Reverend Paul Sladkus, All Faiths and Spiritual 212 647 1212

New York, NY, Montauk, NY

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Dear Friends and Members,

Blessed Lives We Live. Why? It is that we a breathing and hopefully there isn’t a gun facing us, a group of thieves or family member abusing us, or living life with a big carbon footprint that will affect ALL

but not everyone does… let’s share HOPE…by gathering POSITIVE people at our 23rd International Day of Peace and NYC Climate Week Kick-Offs Weekend on 9/ 19, 20, 21, and PROVE by sharing people whose efforts are all about helping others.

GOOD NEWS, UP-BEAT, NOT BEAT-UP. POSITIVE ACTIONS.

Here is our cover letter. for potential donors/sponsors. Maybe you know someone who can benefit from all the public relations that they receive…millions watch our broadcasts. Thank you.

“Peace is the only battle worth waging. Let us reflect on the importance of creating a peaceful world.” Albert Camus

“Treat every day of the year as Earth Day.” Dr. Jane Goodall

Dear Friends,

Good News Corporation, est. 2002, and Nonprofit Board invites XXX, a CSR and ESG Corporation, to join us, share the good that you are doing, and receive all the public relations benefits for it. (Benefits Attached).

As a “Special New Partner” for our 2025 23rd International Day of Peace & NYC Climate Week Kick-Offs Weekend. We start on Friday, September 19th, with a Press Conference at City Hall/NYC, Saturday, September 20th with a 4.5-Hour LIVE CLEAN ENERGY CONCERT IN TIMES SQUARE 46th/47th Street, and Sunday, September 21…The International Day of Peace Ceremony takes place at noon. McKinsey states that 1.6 billion people are aware of the International Day of Peace.

XXX will be integral to all events by joining our partners Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, OMMM and AY Young/Battery Tour, as well as: World-Renowned Speakers & Talent, Corporations, Government Leaders, and Peace Messengers, Ringo Starr, Michael Douglas, Dr. Jane Goodall, Leonardo DiCaprio, Shakira, and Stevie Wonder, virtually join our events. Millions view our events. Corporations like Deloitte, Virgin Hotels, General Motors, BNP Paribas, Valley Bank, LUSH have shared their Good News. For Details: www.pausetheworldforpeace.org

Can we arrange a time to meet/speak to discuss how our events can meet and exceed your needs and targets at your earliest convenience?  

With a Concern for War and Violence, in the world, in our streets, our homes, and in our media…

With a Concern for Mother Earth, fires, flooding, earthquakes, pollution…

How can we not use mass media/events to share those who are working very hard to eradicate and help with Peace & Mother Earth Concerns? 

We look forward to speaking/meeting with you. We are all in this together. WE THANK YOU.  Press Release and Peace and Earth Day Marketing Deck Attached.

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Please donate here and possibly win a trip to the Montauk Manor: https://goodnewsplanet.com/pausetheworld/peace-day-donations/

Also here are some Good News interviews and content that we did that can save and or enhance your life.

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TO SAFE AND AUTHENTIC

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performs live in Central Park

for his 34th Summer Season

Kate Smith – GOD Bless America

NEA Jazz Master Big Chief

Saxophonist Donald Harrison Jr.’s

Quantum Leap Music Festival in

Long Island at Borghese

Vineyard August 14-17, 2025

Lastly, if you care about your money, please tune in to WOR 710 Radio on Sunday at 10:30 AM. Here you can listen and call in to Legal Expert and Elder Care Lawyer, 14 Year NYS Representative and Dr. Phil, ET, Good Morning America…Guest Lawyer, Ann-Margaret Carrozza, ESQ. 

Ann is BRILLIANT, AND YOUR MONEY IS BRILLIANT, AND YOU ARE BRILLIANT IF YOU ARE SMART ENOUGH TO PROTECT IT.

Paul Sladkus is Ann’s Co-Host. Email me paul.sladkus1@gmail.com if you want me to ask her a question, or just call in (800-321-0710) and listen; it might be one of the most important programs in you and your family’s life.

Ann-Margaret Carrozza,

Asset Protection Lawyer,

WOR 710 AM

CALL IN Radio

LIVE Every

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LET’S GROW TOGETHER. GOOD NEWS MOTTO: “All we are is what we are with each other.” Zeal 

With Respect. Love and May Peace Prevail on Earth,  For Information Contact: 

Reverend Paul Sladkus, All Faiths and Spiritual,

Founder, Good News Corporation 501 C 3 212 647 1212 paul.sladkus1@gmail.com  and our Good News and Peace Worldwide Team who make our Peace Day 9/21 happen.

www.pausetheworldforpeace.org,www.goodnewsplanet.TV, www.youtube.com/goodnewsbroadcast

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LET’S GROW TOGETHER. GOOD NEWS MOTTO: ALL WE ARE IS WHAT WE ARE WITH EACH OTHER. ZEAL

For more information contact: 

Reverend Paul Sladkus, All Faiths and Spiritual 212 647 1212

New York, NY, Montauk, NY

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NOLA to NOFO, LLC
Contact: Sandra Trim-DaCosta
Email: strimdacosta@gmail.com
Website: nola2nofo.com

NOLA to NOFO Announces Donald Harrison’s Second Annual Quantum Leap
Music Festival at Long Island’s Oldest Vineyard
Cutchogue, NY — NOLA to NOFO, LLC proudly announces the return of the
Quantum Leap Music Festival, curated and hosted by NEA Jazz Master and
architect of Nouveau Swing, Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr. The four-day festival
will be held from August 14th to 17th, 2025 at the historic Borghese Vineyard &
Winery, located at 17150 Middle Road (Route 48), Cutchogue, Long Island, NY.
Building upon the resounding success of its inaugural year, the 2025 Quantum
Leap Music Festival promises an unparalleled fusion of world-class New Orleans
music, North Fork’s finest food and beverages, and a vibrant cultural experience
unlike any other. Gates open at 3:00 PM daily, with live music performances
from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. This event is strictly for ages 21 and over.
A Message from Artistic Director Donald Harrison:
“At the Quantum Leap Music Festival, NOLA to NOFO and I present a wide
stylistic range of New Orleans’ greatest musical artists in their respective
styles—from jazz, blues, and funk, to soul-drenched, dance-oriented jazzy
bounce parties. From traditional jazz and modern jazz with touches of soul,
to zydeco, klezmer, and other New Orleans music. This festival has
something for everyone and will expose festival-goers to styles of music you
may not have heard before, but you will leave loving. You can chill, dance, or
party, as this intimate festival bridges aspects of many of your favorite music
at the historic Borghese Vineyard & Winery in the beautiful setting of North
Fork, Long Island.”
Festival Highlights:
Who: NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison and NOLA to NOFO, LLC
What: Donald Harrison’s 2nd Annual Quantum Leap Music Festival
When: August 14–17, 2025 (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM daily)
Where: Castello di Borghese Vineyard & Winery, Cutchogue, NY
(borghesevineyard.com)
Tickets: Single-Day and All-Weekend Passes available at nola2nofo.com. Join the
festival e-newsletter for early access.
Day-by-Day Artist Line-Up (Specific set times announced May 15th)
Thursday, August 14th
● “Roots to Infinity” Artist Talk with Donald Harrison & Guests
● Donald Harrison’s Nouveau Swing Jazz Experience with special guest
Syndee Winters (Nala in The Lion King, Hamilton, Emmy-award winner “Jesus
Christ Superstar on NBC TV w/John Legend and Alice Cooper) – Syndee was
first-runner-up in the recent Sarah Vaughan Jazz Vocal Competition. Her new
recording “Syndee Winter sings Lena Horne”will be available on June 30 – (Ms.
Horne’s 108th birthday!!)
● The New Orleans Klezmer All-Stars
● Zaccai Curtis
Friday, August 15th
● Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr. & The Congo Square Nation Afro-New
Orleans Group
● CJ Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band
● NOLA to NOFO All-Star Jam Session
● Erica Falls
● MORE TBA!
Saturday, August 16th
● Vasti Jackson Band
● NOLA to NOFO All-Star Jam Session
● Leo Nocentelli of The Meters
● Dirty Dozen Brass Band
Sunday, August 17th
● Kyle Roussel
● Preservation Hall Legacy Band
● Donald Harrison’s Electric Band
● The Headhunters
For press inquiries or interviews, contact:
Sandra Trim-DaCosta at strimdacosta@gmail.com

Open TV Show, Host Doctor Bob Lee interview with Donald Harrison, Jr.: https://youtu.be/ML20adiG730

Learn more about Donald Harrison’s appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe here

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Django Reinhardt NY Festival

“Celebrating 25 Years”

@ Birdland

November 5-9

Featuring

DORADO SCHMITT and SONS

 SAMSON & AMATI

with LUDOVIC BEIER

Plus Francko Mehrstein and Gino Roman

  DJANGO FESTIVAL ALLSTARS

      “A Gypsy Jazz Festival”

And Tour

Special Guests:

November 5: Bruce Harris / Tumpet

              6: Helio Alves/ Jazz piano

              7: Tatiana Eva-Marie / Vocalist

              8: Ute Lemper / Songstress

              9: Lucy Yeghiazaryan /Vocalist

…“blinding technique, solid entertainment” – NY Times

“The highpoint of the entire Playboy Festival at the Hollywood Bowl was The Django Festival Allstars” – LA Scene

“I don’t think I’ve ever heard better music”- The SUN

Tour Dates:

November 5-9: BIRDLAND

10: Strathmore Performing Arts, Strathmore, MD

13: Unit B by Chocolate Maven, Sante Fe, NM

14: Frank Morgan Taos Festival, Taos, NM

15: Outpost, Alburquerque, NM

16: Kimmel Center for Performing Arts, Phila. PA

20: Bennington Theatre, Bennington, VT

21: Jimmy’s, Portsmouth, NH

22: Saratoga Perf. Arts, Saratoga, NY

23: NJPAC, Newark, NJ

Sponsors

John Pearse Strings

John @ Joan D’Addario Foundation

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NEA Jazz Master and architect of “Nouveau Swing,” Big Chief Donald Harrison

Jr. launches inaugural Quantum Leap Music Festival at Long Island vineyard,

September 13th – 15th, 2024:

NEA Jazz Master and the architect of “Nouveau Swing” as well as the newly

released “Omniverse” multi-genre singles, Donald Harrison Jr. has partnered

with new independent production team NOLA2NOFO, LLC to host a three-day

mind-expanding, soul-shaking sonic experience through New Orleans music

combined with North Fork food and beverage, nestled in the serene early Fall

setting of Long Island’s oldest vineyard, the Borghese Vineyard & Winery,

located at 17150 Middle Road (Route 48), Cutchogue, Long Island, NY, 11935.

Gates open at 3:00pm daily with live music from 4:00pm – 10:30pm. The event is

ages 21+ and food and drink offerings are sold on site. ABOUT THE FESTIVAL, FROM THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR:

“At the inaugural Quantum Leap Music Festival, NOLA 2 NOFO and I will present a wide stylistic

range of New Orleans’ greatest musical artists in their respective styles. The first day is a jazz, blues, funk,

and soul-drenched, dance-oriented jazzy bounce hip-hop party. The second day features traditional jazz

and modern jazz with touches of soul. The third day showcases zydeco, cajun, and other New Orleans

music. This festival has something for everyone and will expose styles of music you may not have heard

before, but you will leave loving. You can chill, dance, or party as the festival bridges aspects of many of

your favorite festivals at the historic Borghese Vineyard & Winery in the beautiful setting of North Fork,

Long Island.” ~ Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr, Festival Artistic Director

Bringing New Orleans to the North Fork! The first annual Quantum Leap Music

Festival is a rare opportunity to experience more than two dozen award-winning

musicians from across the New Orleans roots music spectrum, curated through

the artistic lens of one of the most dynamic and respected jazz artists of our

time – Donald Harrison Jr, in the intimate early Fall setting of the oldest

vineyard on Long Island. Paired with local artisanal wines, beers, seafood and

bar-b-que, this 3-day weekend will be a soul-drenched journey through the

past, present and future of jazz, and all its cousins.

WHO: Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr. and NOLA to NOFO, LLC

WHAT: The 1st Annual Quantum Leap Music Festival

WHEN: September 13th through 15th, 2024, from 3:00pm – 10:30pm Daily

WHERE: Castello di Borghese Vineyard & Winery (http://borghesevineyard.com) |

17150 Middle Road (Route 48), Cutchogue, Long Island, NY, 11935

HOW: Advance Tickets are $99 for Single Day Passes or $250 for 3-Day Passes.

Tickets will also be sold at walk-up. Advance tickets are reduced prices. Full

Line-Up, Tickets & More Details at http://bit.ly/NOLA2NOFO2024TIX

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564852502813

http://instagram.com/nola2nofo DAY-by-DAY ARTIST LINE-UP: (specific set times TBA on September 5th)

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th (4:00pm – 10:30pm):

Cyril Neville with members of The Headhunters featuring Bill Summers, Donald

Harrison Jr, Kyle Roussel, and surprise guests

Donald Harrison Jr’s ICONS featuring Tonya Boyd-Cannon, Deezle, Choppa,

Blaq-N-Mild, Big Chief Brian and More

Vasti Jackson (blues legend)

The Nouveau Swing Trio with Darryl Staves, Nori Naraoka, Dan Kaufman

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14th (4:00pm – 10:30pm):

Donald Harrison Jr’s Omniverse featuring Fred Wesley and special guests

Preservation Hall Legacy Band featuring Wendell Brunious

Joe Dyson Trio

Kyle Roussel (solo piano)

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15th (4:00pm – 10:30pm):

C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band

Davell Crawford Trio

Sonny Landreth (solo)

Michael Doucet dit BeauSoleil Trio featuring Don Vappie

*For individual artist photos and biographies, please email

nolatonofo@gmail.com FOOD & BEVERAGE OFFERINGS ON-SITE:

Borghese Vineyard Wines: will offer a wide array of their seasonal local wines

for sale by the glass or bottle, grown and vinified on the oldest vineyard on

Long Island. The indoor Borghese Tasting Room will also be open at 3:00pm

daily for tastings guided by their expert winery staff.

https://castellodiborghese.com/

Take Two Brewery: will offer a selection from their 20 local craft beers for

sale at their mobile beer pop-up on the vineyard festival grounds. Though they

specialize in darker beers, they also brew various IPAs, saisons, and lagers.

https://www.taketwobrewery.com/

Braun Fishmonger & Kitchen: will serve up fresh local seafood dishes from

their renowned menu. For nearly 100 years, Braun Seafood Company has been

supplying the finest fresh seafood to customers throughout New York from

Orient to Manhattan. Their family-owned business takes pride in providing the

highest quality seafood, caught fresh daily and delivered straight to your

plate. They are committed to sustainability and responsible fishing practices,

ensuring that future generations can continue to enjoy the bounty of the sea.

https://www.braunseafood.com/

Meat’s Meat BBQ: will serve up its signature savory bar-b-que plates by

pitmaster Larry Mondello from their popular BBQ food truck on-site at the

vineyard festival grounds. https://meatsmeat.com/

*Event is 18+, must be 21+ with proper ID to drink. Cash, cash apps, and

credit cards will be accepted by various vendors on-site at the festival. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Parking: This event requires mandatory valet parking, but the cost of the

valet parking provided at the vineyard is included in all ticket prices.

However, guests are expected to tip their valets accordingly.

Admission, Seating and Capacity: This event is strictly General Admission,

there is no reserved seating. There will be 300 first-come, first-served

General Admission seats available under a tented area. There will also be open

field area for blankets and a limited number of folding lawn chairs. Blankets

and folding lawn chairs are welcome. No camping is allowed. The music stage

will be located outdoors. This is a limited capacity festival, so advance

tickets are strongly suggested. *If you have handicap or mobility challenge

questions, please email the festival via nolatonofo@gmail.com . This is a 21+

event with proper photo ID required for entry. Sorry, no youth under 21 and no

pets. Outdoor bathrooms will be provided.

Outside Food & Drink Policy: There is no outside food or drink permitted at

the festival. There will be fantastic food and drink vendors on-site with many

choices for purchase. No coolers, ice chests, or picnic baskets will be

admitted on the grounds.

Rain & Refund Policy: This is a Rain or Shine festival with a limited indoor

wine tasting room and a generous tented area with seats. The weather forecast

for September 13th – 15th projects the whole weekend to be sunny and cool with

only a 3% chance of rain and temperatures between 63 – 70 degrees F. An

absolutely gorgeous way to kick-off the Fall season in the North Fork! That

said, the festival carries a No Refunds Policy on ticket sales. Guests are

welcome to re-sell tickets to others if they find they can no longer attend,

but there are no ticket refunds.

CONTACT: Jocelyne Ninneman, Communications Director: nolatonofo@gmail.com |

504-578-6685ABOUT THE FESTIVAL CREATIVE DIRECTOR, DONALD HARRISON JR.

New Orleans-born saxophonist 2022 NEA Jazz Master Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr. is a

musician and composer whom master musicians consider a master of every era of jazz, soul, and

funk, and a composer of orchestral classical music. A genius according to fellow music geniuses

like Eddie Palmieri and Mike Clark, his alma mater, Berklee College of Music, awarded

Harrison an Honorary Doctorate in 2021. In the HBO drama “Tremé”, Emmy-winning director

David Simon created two characters to portray how Harrison innovated new styles of music. He

appeared as an actor/musician in nine episodes of “Tremé,” in Oscar-winning director Johnathon

Demme’s film “Rachel Getting Married,” in Spike Lee’s “When The Levees Broke”

documentary, and Marvel’s “Luke Cage.” Harrison is also the recognized Big Chief of the

Congo Square Nation in Afro-New Orleans culture and was Chiefted in 2019 by Queen Diambi

Kabatusuila from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa.

Harrison honed his experiences playing with legendary artists such as Roy Haynes, Art Blakey,

Eddie Palmieri, Dr. John, Lena Horne, Dr. Eddie Henderson, Miles Davis, McCoy Tyner, Dr.

Lonnie Smith, Ron Carter, Billy Cobham, Chuck Loeb, The Headhunters, hip-hop legends

Digable Planets, Guru’s Jazzmatazz, The Notorious BIG, and The Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

He has performed with over 200 jazz masters and innovated three influential styles of jazz. At

nineteen years old, Harrison created a modern jazz take on the New Orleans second-line tradition

and introduced his composition, “New York Second-Line,” to the jazz world in 1979. By the

mid-80s, he had created the sub-genre of Nouveau Swing, a distinctive sound that blended the

swing beat of modern jazz with hip-hop, funk, and soul music. In the ’90s, Harrison recorded hits

in the smooth jazz genre. He then began exploring music through the lens of quantum physics in

2000.With “Quantum Jazz,” Harrison expanded music from a two-dimensional state into a

four-dimensional state. He has since mentored artists as diverse as Christian “Chief Adjuah”

Scott, Darius “Deezle” Harrison, Jonathon Batiste, Esperanza Spaulding, Trombone Shorty, and

The Notorious BIG, just to name a select few. He remains one of the world’s foremost authorities

on the musics housed under the popular name of “jazz.”

In 2024, Harrison will perform and release his new recordings “Magic Touch,” “Congo Square

Suite,” and” The Art of Passion” from his Omniverse Music multi-genre singles concept.

For more information about Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr:

https://donaldharrison.com/big-chief-donald-harrison

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https://www.facebook.com/donald.harrison.9887

*Please see approved Press Photos of the Artistic Director for use, attached separately.

*For interview requests with Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr, please contact

Sandra Trim-DaCosta at strimdacosta@gmail.com

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An Evening of a Fusion of Cultural Rhythms, featuring special guests at NJPAC’s Horizon Sounds of the City

Newark, June 21^st, 2024 – On July 11th, as part of the Horizon Sounds of the City series, renowned percussionist Cyro Baptista will dazzle audiences in a free outdoor concert at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark. Known for his innovative sounds and captivating rhythms, Baptista’s performance promises to be an unforgettable evening of world music and jazz fusion.

Brazilian percussionist and composer Cyro Baptista has carved a niche for himself in contemporary jazz, experimental, and world music, spanning a wide range of styles. His collaborations with artists such as Herbie Hancock, Paul Simon, Yo-Yo Ma, John Zorn, Wynton Marsalis, and Brazilian legends Milton Nascimento and Caetano Veloso have cemented his reputation as one of the foremost percussionists globally.

In his latest project, CHAMA, released on the Ropeadope label, Baptista displays his visionary approach to music. Listeners are taken on a vibrant journey through mythical towns filled with engaging tales and colorful characters. Experience the magic of CHAMA life and immerse yourself in a night of rhythmic excitement, cultural diversity, and joyous music.

A powerful ensemble of talented musicians leads Baptista’s CHAMA Band, including Zé Luis Oliveira on saxophone and flute, Felipe Hostins on accordion, Tim Keiper on drums, and Jason Fraticelli on bass and cuatro. Through their rhythmic complexity and dynamic performances, they create a dynamic and culturally rich musical experience.

The NJPAC concert will showcase special guests, enhancing unity, cultural exchange, and local artist empowerment. FORRÓ CHAMA will feature David Vieira and Mauro Refosco, members of Forró in the Dark and “American Utopia” by David Byrne. PAGODE CHAMA with Helder Celso, Kauê Alves, Junior Karegato, and Renatinhu from Newark’s vibrant music scene, adding a unique flair to the performance.

Plus, enjoy a vibrant dance party featuring Sabrina Evangelista & Gustavo Nunes, Sabina Ciari, and Dora Flor from BLOCO FROM THE BLOCK. Don’t miss this extraordinary evening with Cyro Baptista and the CHAMA band at NJPAC’s Horizon Sounds of the City.

Event Details:

• Date:July 11, 2024
• Time:6:00 PM
• Venue:Chambers Plaza on the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) grounds

Join us for an extraordinary evening with Cyro Baptista and experience the magic of CHAMA. For more information visit https://cyrobaptista.com.

CHAMA

Ropeadope 

It’s probably fair to say that only Cyro Baptista could concoct a mix of music including Brazilian, Mexican, and Afro-Cuban forms with hints of jazz, funk, and whatever else may fit, sometimes with multiple forms within the same song. Yet, even while you may not detect the particular style or have a total grasp of what he’s up to, he somehow makes it accessible and infectious.” Jim Hynes, Glide Magazine

Link to video DANGER ZONE shot in Bahia Brazil

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7n86iJmxHQE

Link to live video PERIGO, shot in NYC

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NC-QBJPy-fQ

Media Contact:

Nilza Barros
N&P Media Consulting, LLC
nilzabarros@npmediaconsulting.com
+201-852-7829

Career

Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Baptista arrived in the U.S. in 1980 with a scholarship to Creative Music Studio in Woodstock, New York.

During the 1980s, he worked on films with John Zorn and appeared on Zorn’s albums in the 1990s. Also in the ’90s, he appeared on albums by Marisa Monte, Holly Cole, and Cassandra Wilson. In 1997 he released his first solo album, Vira Loucos, with cover versions of music by Heitor Villa-Lobos. The album was recorded with Marc Ribot and Nana Vasconcelos and released by Avant, a label owned by Zorn. He was a member of Zorn’s band Dreamers.^[2]

He recorded with pianist Herbie Hancock on his album Possibilities. He recorded and performed worldwide with Hancock’s Grammy award-winning Gershwin’s World. He toured with Yo-Yo Ma’s Brazil Project and appeared on the Obrigado Brazil, which won two Grammy awards. He collaborated with Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra for a Brazilian Carnival modern jazz concert. For over two years, he toured with Paul Simon and appeared on his Concert in Central Park album. He has toured worldwide with Sting.

Baptista has also worked with Paul Simon, Trey Anastasio, Laurie Anderson, Badi Assad, Derek Bailey, Gato Barbieri, Daniel Barenboim, Kathleen Battle, David Byrne, Dr. John, Brian Eno, Melissa Etheridge, Stephen Kent, Ivan Lins, Bobby McFerrin, Medeski Martin & Wood, Milton Nascimento, Robert Palmer, Carlos Santana, Tim Sparks, Spyro Gyra, James Taylor, Michael Tilson Thomas, and Caetano Veloso

Baptista formed Beat the Donkey, a percussion and dance ensemble. The name comes from a Portuguese expression for “let’s do it” or “let’s go”. The band’s personnel and genre are in flux. Sometimes it includes Ribot and Zorn. The music can be rock, funk, Brazilian, or Balkan.^[3]

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