The Lao Tizer Band, “Jazz Group of the Year” nominee, The Lao Tizer Band feat
Elliott Yamin, Eric Marienthal & Chieli Minucci make their return
to Jazz’SAlive on in
support of their August 2024 album & video release amplify
The new release is a major evolution for the group and includes 5 new original
vocals and 4 new original instrumentals, with an all-star cast. The project was
recorded and filmed all LIVE at legendary EastWest Studios in Hollywood with
simultaneous 7-camera video shoot and a legendary cast of musicians. Joining
keyboardist, bandleader and former “Best New Jazz Artist” nominee, Lao
Tizer for the concert are American Idol star, Elliott
Yamin – vocals, Grammy-winning sax legend, Eric
Marienthal (Chick Corea, Elton John), guitarist, producer and 3x Emmy winner,
Chieli Minucci (Special EFX), Grammy-winning percussion
legend, Munyungo Jackson (Miles Davis, Stevie Wonder), drum
phenom Tony Austin (Kamasi Washington) and Rolling Stone 2022
“Bassist of the Year” nominee, Anthony Crawford (Erykah Badu, Jeff
Lorber, Alan Holdsworth). Please join us as the group takes you on a
high-energy musical ride through a variety of flavors and styles with an
all-star cast of musicians.
Jose Amador and Terra Nova, a well-curated variety of music from around the world and an eclectic top-notch showcase of Latin Jazz music.
USAF Band of the West featuring Steven Feifke, at 31, he’s the youngest-ever bandleader to win a Grammy in Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album at the 2023 Grammys.
Catching Daylight sextet, under the leadership of trumpeter Adrian Ruiz, is a group comprised of musicians who will pay tribute to the legacies of saxophonist Richard García and electric bassist Jim Kalson.
Nina and the Gypsies, an energetic collective of independent artists and friends who passionately embrace the music of the Gypsy Kings, Paco de Lucia, and diverse artists, crafting a distinctive fusion of passion, creativity, and artistic expression.”
Michelle Garibay-Carey Quartet, a singer-songwriter and recording artist based in San Antonio, Texas. She has performed professionally for 32 years and counting!
St. Mary’s University Jazz Orchestra, directed by educator and contemporary jazz artist, Dr. Adrian Ruiz, coordinator of the St. Mary’s University Fiesta Jazz Festival, and professor of trumpet and composition.
Bradley Middle School Jazz ensemble, consistently won top honors at local and out of city jazz festivals and competitions. The Bradley Jazz Ensemble is directed by Karlos Elizondo and Miguel Vilas.
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