Bobby Thomas Jr at Arts Garage July 29
Saturday, 07/29/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

July 29 at 8: Arts Garage welcomes twice-Grammy-nominated master percussionist Bobby Thomas, Jr. and The Seventh Realm. Bobby has wowed audiences around the globe for more than three decades. Widely considered one of the most important percussionists in music history, his lightning-fast hands and percussive pyrotechnics prompted the great Joe Zawinul to bestow upon him the title of “The Hand Drummer.”

Upon joining Joe Zawinul and Wayne Shorter’s jazz fusion group Weather Report in the 1970s, he settled in France, and continued to play with Weather Report until 1986. After the group disbanded, Thomas resettled in Miami, and shortly afterward issued a solo CD of his own music, “In the Dreamtime,” on a local label. He continued to work with Zawinul until 1994.

Besides Weather Report, Thomas played with The Zawinul Syndicate, Jaco Pastorius’ Word of Mouth band, and individual artists including Stan Getz, David Sanborn, Carlos Santana, Eddie Harris, Branford Marsalis, Herbie Mann, Ahmad Jamal and Roberto Perera. World artists he has played with include sitar player Amitava Chatterjee, and African artist Vinx. Thomas maintains an extensive discography and has issued several solo CDs on which he plays an eclectic mix of instruments including conga drums, wind instruments, guitar and the African bow harp.

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 ($5 off with promo code GARAGE) at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Lucy Grau sings at Arts Garage
Saturday, 08/05/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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August 5, 8 pm: Lucy Grau sings at Arts Garage. True vocals, personality, and dynamic performance skills! Lucy Grau, a charismatic and talented singer from Miami, with all the elements of a marquee vocalist, has delivered breathtaking performances, domestically and internationally with her powerhouse voice. She effortlessly masters both the English and Spanish languages while staying true to her Latin rhythmic roots as she proves in her hits “Last Dance” and “On The Radio” (Salsa Version), the Donna Summer classics she chose as a rendition to the late singer and one of Lucy’s all-time favorite idols.

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Dr Ed Calle Jazz Ensemble at Arts Garage
Saturday, 07/15/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

Saxophonist, composer, orchestrator, producer, scholar, professor, and leader Ed Calle is known for his extraordinary ability to sight-read, interpret, and perform virtually any musical style. Throughout the globe, his peers and colleagues often laud his versatility. Despite his prodigious experience, he remains relentlessly demanding about his work. On the tenor sax, Calle has an expressive, full-bodied sound, almost vocal in the middle and upper registers, cello-like at the bottom. As a soloist, he can be deceptively brilliant. He has an impressive, fluid technique and uses it to explore the material at hand with logic and purpose.

The Venezuelan-born, South Florida-based Calle is a Latin Grammy award winner and a five-time Latin Grammy nominee. He is a first-call saxophone player and a musician who has played on more than 1,200 albums and 8,500 singles. He holds a doctorate in higher education leadership from Nova Southeastern University.

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Jean Caze Quintet at Arts Garage
Friday, 06/30/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

Friday, June 30 at 8 PM: The Jean Caze Quintet Comes to Arts Garge. Winner of the 2006 International Trumpet Guild Jazz Competition, and the 2004 National Trumpet Jazz Competition, Jean Caze has emerged as one of today’s most exciting voices in jazz. Jean has performed with jazz icons such as Herbie Hancock, Najee, Arturo Sandoval , Roberta Flack, Al Jarreau, and George Duke to name a few. While still in high school, Jean performed with the legendary rock group “Chicago” live on NBC. In 2007, the Haitian-born trumpeter won second place in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition.

Jean has received abundant praise from critics, peers and jazz enthusiasts alike who have taken to Jean’s lyrical tone and tasteful ideas. He has been hailed a “True Improviser” and even compared to Miles Davis by fellow trumpet player Carl Saunders. Though his roots are solidly planted in jazz, Jean can flawlessly switch between genres. “Strong, and unexpectedly diverse, Mr. Caze confidently evoked Miles Davis on a pensive ballad, ‘Old Folks,’ and a brisk anthem, ‘My Shining Hour.’ ” -Nate Chinen, The New York Times

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Tiempo Libre at Arts Garage July 7
Friday, 07/07/2017 – 08:00 pm –
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Friday, July 7 at 8 PM: The three-time Grammy-nominated Cuban music group Tiempo Libre comes to Arts Garage. They are one the hottest young Latin bands today. Equally at home in concert halls, jazz clubs and dance venues, Tiempo Libre’s Miami-based members are true modern heirs to the rich tradition of the music of their native Cuba. Classically trained at Cuba’s premiere conservatories, today, the group is a hit in the U.S. and abroad, celebrated for its incendiary, joyful performances of timba, an irresistible, dance-inducing mix of high-voltage Latin jazz and the seductive rhythms of son.

Tiempo Libre is: Musical Director Jorge Gomez on keyboard; Raul Rodriguez, trumpet; Leandro Gonzalez, congas; Tebelio (Tony) Fonte, bass; Armando (Pututi) Arce, drums; Joaquin (El Kid) Diaz, lead vocal; and Luis Beltran Castillo, saxophone & flute.

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Luis Bofill at Arts Garage Friday
Friday, 06/23/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Internationally-renowned Latin Artist Luis Bofill comes to Arts Garage Friday, June 23 at 8 PM. After performing in his native Cuba, Luis Bofill traveled to Europe, where he made his home. As the lead vocalist for various salsa, Latin jazz and Cuban groups, he toured Europe performing in internationally-renowned clubs and festivals such as “Folkest” in Italy, the “Jazzmeile Fest” in Berlin and clubs like “Quasimodo”, “Franzclub” and “Floz” in Berlin and the “Fabrik” in Hamburg. In 1994, he came to Miami, where he began to work as the lead singer for the group “Cafe Nostagia” in the internationally popular Calle 8 club of the same name. With that musical ensemble he recorded two CD’s and led several traditional Cuban music bands. The Miami New Times magazine named him “Best Musical Rejuvenation 2001” considering his sound to be one of “the hottest grooves around.”

Luis Bofill has shared the stage with stars like Ruben Blades, Mark Anthony, Luis Enrique, Bono, Al Dimeola, Olga Guillot, Paquito D’ Rivera and many others. He is working on a new production with producers Descemer Bueno and Roberto Carcasses, and guests like Kelvis Ochoa and Alkebulan.

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Amy Arlo & Almost Blue at Arts Garage
Sunday, 06/18/2017 – 07:00 pm –
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Sunday, June 18 at 7 PM: Amy Arlo is one of South Florida’s favorite blues divas. She’s been called a modern-day Janis Joplin with her powerful voice, but you’ll hear a jazz influence as well from the love of such artists as Billie Holiday and Nina Simone. Her reverence for all the influential female blues women of the past is always a part of her show.

Having performed in blues festivals throughout the US and Europe, Amy and her band of talented musicians bring a distinctive flair with cool takes on early soul & the blues This performance will feature a tribute to blues legends Big Maybelle, Koko Taylor, Big Mama Thorton and more with stories of their lives woven in to the show.

In 2016 they released their 2nd studio recording. “Deeper Shade of Blue” which represented the ‘South Florida Blues Society” as best self-produced blues album, and was chosen by the International Blues Foundation as a finalist of the annual competition.

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Palo! at Arts Garage
Sunday, 06/11/2017 – 07:00 pm –
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Sunday, June 11 7:00 PM: The exciting group Palo! performs at Arts Garage. They have been nominated for a Grammy and a Latin Grammy for their album PALO! Live. They perform their own style of Tropical music they call “Afro-Cuban Funk”. Just think “funky, jazzed-up salsa”. Or better yet, listen to some of their music. The group’s unique, danceable sound blends the allure of Cuban music with funky beats and jazzy improvisation.

The New York Post proclaims “Afro-Cuban Funk is Cuban music for the new generation. And the leader of the sound is the Miami based band PALO!”

PALO! began in 2003. That’s when producer/pianist Steve Roitstein (Celia Cruz, Willy Chirino, Tito Puente, Cheo Feliciano, Oscar d’ Leon) invited his fellow musicians to join him in an improvised musical experiment combining Cuban music with funk beats. PALO!’s catchy original songs feature the sultry vocals of Latin Grammy-nominated Leslie Cartaya. The scorching percussion and vocals of Philbert Armenteros (congas) and Raymer Olalde (timbales) punctuate the performances with Cuban fire. Steve Roitstein fuses these elements with a foundation of edgy, unforgettable rhythms. The virtuosity of saxophonist Dr. Ed Calle was featured from 2003 until Dr. Calle left the band in early 2017.

The band has become a featured act in Miami’s premiere live music venues, concerts, festivals and private events. PALO! has performed for packed houses and festivals in major cities in North America, Latin America and Europe.

In June of 2016, PALO! released their third album Yo Quiero Guarachar, with the hit “Al Monte”. As of this writing the song has received over 1.3 million views on the Internet. In July 2016, the band enjoyed a successful European tour, including Paris, Luxembourg, Belgium, Amsterdam, and the prestigious Tempo Latino Festival in France, where they were named “Padrinos” of the Festival and Best New Artist, 2016.

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhO_f5gPYmY&feature=youtu.be

The Rolando Grooscors Sextet at Arts Garage
Saturday, 06/24/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

Rolando Grooscors is a rare find on today’s jazz scene: a unique voice that strengthens and expands the jazz idiom with sensitivity, clarity, and uncompromising integrity. Rolando’s warm, expressive tones and impeccable phrasing have been delighting audiences wherever he goes.

The two-time Grammy nominee and 2011 winner was born in Caracas, Venezuela. His love for Brazil motivated him to start different projects where Brazilian music was infused with Latin and Jazz influences. Here he began to develop a Jazz/Fusion style. The experience greatly influenced Rolando’s musical development. On 14 albums as a sideman, Rolando has recorded his own CD, “Thankful,” which has garnered positive criticism and acclaim from notable jazz musicians. The band is a sextet including Piano/keyboards, Bass, Sax/wind controller, drums, and percussion. His compositions have been called “masterful” and with the attention already received, Rolando is pushing himself to have his voice defined in music, both as a sideman and as a band leader.

“Rolando’s guitar playing is on another level, Yet on this higher plane, Rolando’s soulful, creative, twelve tone improvisatory style is always completely accessible and joyous. Rolando displays a wide variety of styles and concepts with his harmonic and melodic imagery capturing the essence of musical freedom,spirit and sensual.” -Darryl Tookes

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Video EPK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_c0jVrnKfWY

Julio Montalvo Comes to Arts Garage
Friday, 06/06/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

“Julio Montalvo is one of the leading trombonists from the island of Cuba. Songwriter, producer, arranger and session musician, he also appears as a solo artist, directing his own project since 1998, in which he blends Afro-Cuban rhythms with elements of modern Jazz to achieve an ingenious style” – New Latin Jazz.

Julio has participated in numerous jazz festivals, with his own projects and as a sideman, in the San Javier Jazz Festival, Jazz Plaza La Habana, Istanbul Jazz Festival, Jazz in Marciac (France), Granada Jazz Festival, Valencia Jazz Festival, Lugo Jazz Festival and Universijazz, Ciudad Real, amongst others. He has collaborated with the leading stars of Pop and Rock in Spain. He won a Grammy Award for co-producing the Acoustic David Bisbal “A Night at the Theatre Royal” where he participated as co-arranger and multi-instrumentalist. He has shared the stage with musicians from the international jazz circuit such as: Pat Metheny/Perico Sambeat Sedajazz Big Band, Team Cuba, Ximo Tébar, Darryl Hall, Claudio Roditi, Donald Edwards, Miguel “Angá” Diaz, Mark Nightingale, Mike Mossman, Gladstone Galliza, Ramon Cardo Big Band, Edmundo Carneiro, and more. In 2008, he founded his own record label, Montalvo Records, with more than 10 recordings already produced. In July 2013 he created the Julio Montalvo Big Band, a 20- musician orchestra that gives us an intimate yet entertaining show, backed by musicians of the highest standard.

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Quiero saber: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QUyOzCnH-w

Ashley the Entertainer
Friday, 06/09/2017 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 334444
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Cost: $40

Ashley The Entertainer, accompanied by the Best Times Band, sings and dances (from ballet to acrobatics!) his way through the songs of the 40’s, 50’s & 60’s with grace, class and a style all his own.

Ashley the Entertainer
Saturday, 06/10/2017 – 03:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 334444
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Cost: $40

Ashley The Entertainer, accompanied by the Best Times Band, sings and dances (from ballet to acrobatics!) his way through the songs of the 40’s, 50’s & 60’s with grace, class and a style all his own.

PALO!
Sunday, 06/11/2017 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $30 – $45

PALO! was nominated for a Grammy and a Latin Grammy for their album PALO! Live. PALO! has performed for packed houses and festivals in major cities in North America, Latin America and Europe.

Onyx – Yardij & Papaya Whip
Thursday, 06/15/2017 – 09:00 pm – 12:00 am
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $10 in advance; $12 day of event

Prepare to immerse yourself in South Florida’s hottest emerging artists at Arts Garage. Get ready to rock out with the rising alternative rock outfit Yardij. This band has already made a name for themselves throughout the South Florida community by opening for Bon Jovi and playing the main stage at SunFest. Get funked up with Papaya Whip whose sound ranges to jazz to psychedelia that will make you want to groove. You have a front row seat to witness the awesome, raw power of South Florida talent.

Julio Montalvo
Friday, 06/16/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $30 – $45

Songwriter, producer, arranger and session musician, Julio Montalvo also appears as a solo artist, directing his own project since 1998, in which he blends Afro-Cuban rhythms with elements of modern Jazz to achieve an ingenious style – New Latin Jazz.

Mallet Lab
Saturday, 06/17/2017 – 02:00 pm – 04:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $20

The Mallet Lab concert features Warren Wolf, the Vibraphonist for the San Fransisco Jazz Project and Christian McBride, as well as Ivan Trevino, head of the group Break of Reality and who is also one of the most in-demand percussion composers in the country. Vibraphone maven Drew Tucker will also be showcasing his skills as a percussion virtuoso. Backed up by the best percussionists around the country, this is going to be a performance of jazz, rhythm and soul that you’re not going to want to miss!

Amy Arlo & Almost Blue
Sunday, 06/18/2017 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $30 – $45

Amy Arlo is one of South Florida’s Favorite Blues Divas. She’s been called a modern-day Janis Joplin with her powerful voice, but you’ll hear a jazz influence as well from her love of such artists as Billie Holiday and Nina Simone.

Luis Bofill
Friday, 06/23/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $30 – $45

The Miami New Times magazine named Luis Bofill “Best Musical Rejuvenation 2001” considering his sound to be one of “the hottest grooves around.” As the lead vocalist for various famous Salsa and Latin Jazz groups, he has made his mark in the Latin music scene.

Ronaldo Grooscors
Saturday, 06/24/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $30 – $45

Rolando Grooscors is a rare find on today’s jazz scene: a unique voice that strengthens and expands the jazz idiom with sensitivity, clarity, and uncompromising integrity. Rolando’s warm, expressive tones and impeccable phrasing have been delighting audiences wherever he goes.

Nikki Kidd
Sunday, 06/25/2017 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $15 – $25

The international jazz artist is a Miami Beach native with a Jamaican background. She started singing at the age of four and was exposed to an array of different cultures and styles of music. This diversity is shown in her songs, which are influenced by Gospel, R&B, Rock, Pop and Jazz (with Jazz and R&B being her favorites. She has performed with Emilio Estefan, and recorded with stars like Gloria Estefan, Michael Bublé, and KC and the Sunshine Band. Now accompanied by her talented band, Paul Banman on the keyboard, Shay Eischen on drums, and Senegal Apostolo on bass, Nikki and her group produces a lively and entertaining show that is NOT to be missed!

VIBE
Tuesday, 06/27/2017 – 09:00 pm – 12:00 am
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $10

Kick back and VIBE Delray’s growing community of talented local musicians now has the opportunity to come out and jam. Bring your own guitar, bass, or have a go at our house drums in Delray Beach’s newest jam session. Don’t want to play? Come experience the different sounds of Delray as local musicians create an amazing sound through different instruments. Eric Perna will emcee this hot and wild jam session in the Black Box Theatre.

SHINE – South Florida’s Premier Open Mic Showcase
Wednesday, 06/29/2017 – 09:00 pm – 12:00 am
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $10

Are you an inspiring artist, writer, or musician who is itching for a spot in the limelight? Well now is your chance to SHINE! Arts Garage presents SHINE, a monthly open mic showcase for local talent, hosted by the esteemed MC, Ian Caven.

SHINE takes place in our Main Stage Theater every 4th Wednesday of the month. Guests over 21 can BYOB, and admission is $10 online or $12 at the door. Don’t want to perform? This is the perfect opportunity to hear the creative process of Delray’s local talent!

Jean Caze
Friday, 06/30/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $30 – $45

Jean has received abundant praise from critics, peers and jazz enthusiasts alike who have taken to Jean’s lyrical tone and tasteful ideas. He has been hailed a “True Improviser” and even compared to Miles Davis by fellow trumpet player Carl Saunders. Though his roots are solidly planted in jazz, Jean can flawlessly switch between genres.

Celebrate Tito Puente, Jr’s Birthday at Arts Garage!
Friday, 06/02/2017 – 06/03/2017 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

Be prepared to mambo the night away June 2 and 3 as Tito Puente, Jr. brings his phenomenal band to Arts Garage. Tito is determined to nurture the musical legacy left by his father, Tito Puente, Sr., Latin jazz Mambo King, and he does so with charm and grace. The comparison is inevitable – in his looks, his joy, and his music. Crowds who were lured to venues by his father now return to see his son and to once again participate in the high voltage celebration that takes place on stage.

“A dazzling show filled with charisma, flair and all the right dance moves. His skill at playing, singing and dancing was undeniable… Tito Puente Jr. shined with a talent that was all his own.” -The Examiner

“Tito Puente Jr. heats things up” -Fox News

Each show begins at 8. Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret-style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

LaVie sings at Arts Garage
Sunday, 05/21/2017 – 07:00 pm – 08:30 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

Sunday May 21 from 7 to 8:30 PM: Arts Garage presents Caribbean vocalist LaVie. Arts Garage is at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or the box office at 561-450-6357.

From her vivacious stage performances to her infectiously rapturous personality, LaVie is a shining example of living life to the fullest! With such a becoming name, “LaVie,” (“Life,”) she uses her eclectic contemporary sound as a vehicle to encourage and empower all people to seek out and experience “The Life” that God intends for all to have!

Taking her music across the nation in 2015 on The Maestro East Coast Tour, LaVie toured 10 major cities including New York City, Boston, D.C., Chicago, Detroit, and Pittsburgh. Opening for KyMani Marley, LaVie performed for thousands of enthusiastic fans.

In March 2016 LaVie was selected as the local artist for the 11th Annual Jazz in the Gardens! LaVie opened for Fred Hammond, Usher, Janelle Monae, and Kenneth Babyface, grateful to have been selected in a concert of such magnitude.

LaVie released “Human,” featuring Recording Artist Giel and Singer/Songwriter Kristine Alicia. Also a fan favorite, her single “Alive” has been and is still touching the hearts of every listener. Channeling her Caribbean heritage, LaVie is working on her EP “The Island Girl” and released her newest single “Queen” in July 2016. All of LaVie’s music is available wherever digital music is sold. Stay tuned.

Patrons may bring food and wine/beer to the concert. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

April 21 at 8 PM: Arts Garage presents Ignacio Berroa.
Friday, 04/21/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

Grammy-nominated jazz drummer Ignacio Berroa has been recognized as one of the greatest drummers of all time. He was included in the 2011 compilation entitled “Jazz Drumming Legends” which features some of the most renowned drummers in Jazz history. Ignacio also received a Lifetime Achievement Award during from The Montreal Jazz Festival in the same year.

Both a veteran and a pioneer, the Cuban-born drummer has been applauded through the years for his facility in combining folkloric rhythms with contemporary jazz and funk – resulting in a fiery blend that swings and grooves, with a touch of old country roots.

In the early 80s, Ignacio joined jazz legend Dizzy Gillespie’s quartet, quickly becoming an in-demand drummer in the contemporary jazz world. Ignacio has also worked with other star artists like Tito Puente, Chick Corea, Wynton Marsalis, Freddie Hubbard, Gilberto Gil, the Lincoln Center Orchestra, and more.

Gillespie best described Ignacio as: “the only Latin drummer in the world in the history of American music that intimately knows both worlds: his native Afro-Cuban music as well as Jazz…”.

The Ignacio Berroa Quartet positively sizzles and grooves, full of flair and flash. Ignacio possesses the uncanny ability to dazzle with his fills and lift a crowd to its feet. His electric energy, combined with his incomparable skill, gets people excited about playing drums in the first place.

Berroa will be joined by Martin Bejerano on piano, Lowell Ringel on bass and Mark Small on sax. Come experience the jazz-legend and his Quartet in action!

“Ignacio plays with intelligence, taste, fire, and soul. His playing combines the finest aspects of Afro-Cuban and American styles of drumming.” -Wynton Marsalis

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org. Their email is info@artsgarage.org and the box office phone is (561) 450-6357. Bring your own … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret-style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol.

Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Elsten Torres at Arts Garage
Saturday, 04/15/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-45

Arts Garage presents The Elsten Torres Quartet April 15 at 8 PM. Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357.

Elsten Torres is a singer/songwriter/producer who came to New York from Havana as a child. He was lead singer and songwriter for the American Latin Rock band, “Fulano de Tal.” After the breakup of the band, Elsten has continued both his own career as a solo artist and has had success writing for other well-known performers such as Ricky Martin, Luis Fonsi, Obie Bermúdez, Alejandra Guzmán, Julio Iglesias, Aleks Syntek, Oscar de Leon, Marshall Crenshaw, John Rich, and many others. He has been nominated for two Grammy Awards, the second for his first solo independent album, “Individual.” He has won several BMI music awards for his songwriting and is on the board of governors for NARAS. Currently living in Miami, Elsten works with charity organizations such as “Hope” (Miami Beach Homeless) and Susan G. Komen for the Cure. He has recently released his second all English album, “Waiting for Clouds”.

The quartet comprises Pedro Beroes on drums, Morritz Beroes on bass, and Manuel Gamez on piano

BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! Arts Garage boasts cabaret-style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

The French Horn Collective at Arts Garage
Sunday, 04/16/2017 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

April 16 at 7 PM: The French Horn Collective comes to Arts Garage in Delray Beach. They are an energetic and progressive band that performs an eclectic variety of Gypsy Jazz, Swing, and modern original French music throughout South Florida. Led by Parisian Musician, multi-instrumentalist, composer, singer and songwriter Vincent Raffard, the diverse group consists of anywhere from 3 to 8 highly talented musicians from a myriad of musical backgrounds, with instrumentation including Trumpet, Guitar, Violin, Double Bass, Clarinet, and Vocals. Their wide variety of musical influences, ranging from Gypsy Jazz, Hot Swing, Ska, to Polka, result in the band producing a smooth mixture of progressive Gypsy/Parisian/Swing/World Music.

“A perfect stylistic harmony and a fluent technique are the results of this complex energy named “French gypsy jazz”.” French Culture Miami

“sweet sounds and killer music ” worldredeye.com

“The French Horn Collective are the coolest hipsters in town but they’re not making a style statement. They are just naturally, enthusiastically, undeniably vintage in their tastes and panache. They’re so cool, in fact, that Johnnie Walker recently filmed them for a commercial. ‘We are artisan musicians, and that’s what we have to do,” said [leader Vincent] Raffard, “to play our best all the time.’ ” Sarah L. Mason

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org. Their email is info@artsgarage.org and the box office phone is (561) 450-6357. Bring your own … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret-style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol.

Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Oriente Comes to Arts Garage
Saturday, 04/22/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:11 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

April 22 at 8 PM: Arts Garage presents Oriente, Miami’s outstanding Latin jazz band.

Conceived by Cuban-born guitarist/composer Eddy Balzola after years of touring with show bands, reggae and Latin bands, Las Vegas clubs etc., Oriente’s signature sound features funky, guitar driven tumbaos, blazing harmonic brass, and explosive Afro-Latin percussion – fusing Cuban roots with Blues, Jazz, Caribbean and Brazilian influences. Their first New Orleans concert at world famous Snug Harbor Jazz Club created a major buzz, attracting local musicians and world class audiences excited by their new Cuban roots fusion. That New Orleans scene, drenched in roots music torn from the soul of the streets, in combination with the band’s deep Cuban roots heritage, thoroughly impacted Balzola and continues to influence Oriente’s creative, hard-driving and soulful sound.

Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-$40-$45 at artsgarage.org. Their email is info@artsgarage.org and the box office phone is (561) 450-6357. Bring your own … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret-style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol.

Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Rachelle Coba at Arts Garage
Friday, 03/17/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Av,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

March 17: Arts Garage presents blues mistress Rachelle Coba at 8 PM. Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach.

With riffs that can bring down the house and a voice to shake hearts, Rachelle Coba is a torrential force that sweeps away every audience. With her expertise in string instruments, Rachelle works magic to create amazing cover arrangements—acoustic or electric. In this role she played countless festivals including the Chicago Bluesfest and the Kerrville Texas Folk Festival, and opened for numerous acts like Johnny Winter, Coco Montoya and Koko Taylor. Miami is where she would make a life changing encounter with blues legend Buddy Guy. Since then, she has toured and performed with Super Chikan, Albert Castigila, Grady Champion, and Ray Drew.

Tickets are $30, $40, and $45 at artsgarage.org. For more information call the box

Maria Rivas at Arts Garage Saturday
Saturday, 02/04/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

Arts Garage presents Maria Rivas, Saturday February 4 at 8 PM. Known as one of the most versatile voices in Latin America and now North America, Maria Rivas skillfully combines American and Latin Jazz rhythms with lively yet sentimental music from around the world. She interprets her music in English, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese, and performs her own blend of traditional standards as well as music and lyrics she has composed herself.

Maria’s unique sound is an intoxicating combination of classic American jazz and Latin music, with just the right splash of Brazilian accents, together with her signature mixture of indigenous, Caribbean, European, and African strains. From slow and sensuous, to very lively with a strong beat, her audiences love alternately to dance to her music, or sit and listen while being both moved and energized. A significant number of her audience members have described her performances as “magical”–their word.

“I consider Maria Rivas to be one of the finest singers on the world stage today, truly a tremendous talent. .. Her music is varied, original, and unique.”
Oscar de Leon, Latin Grammy Award winner.

Arts Garage is at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-40-45 at artsgarage.org or (561) 450-6357. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Leesa Richards sings at Arts Garage January 28
Saturday, 01/28/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2 Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-45

Arts Garage presents the Leesa Richards Quartet on Saturday, January 28, at 8 PM, featuring Marcus France, Peter Parente, and Jon David Anderson. The venue is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach. Tickets are $30-40-45 at artsgarage.org or (561) 450-6357.

Singer-Songwriter Leesa Richards is a storyteller, a soulful voice offering a soundtrack to the narratives of life. Her sound taps into the deep roots of R&B, the poetry of jazz and folk and the energy of rock. Her debut solo album, Mother’s Child, is a beautiful blend of soulful ballads and R&B.

Richards has performed with powerhouse artists including Faith Hill, Whitney Houston, The Bee Gees, Kelly Clarkson, Gloria Estefan, and Julio Iglesias, and has recorded with Barbra Streisand and Lenny Kravitz. She played the role of Mary Magdalene in the national tour of Jesus Christ Superstar, for which she received critical acclaim, and has sung on numerous television commercials.

“Leesa Richards’ voice has a warm, lyrical, almost familiar tone. Her band is tight and talented, and her lyrics are genuine and mature. It’s impossible to not like her debut CD.” -Lance Tracey (CD Baby website)

Arts Garage has tables set up and you may BYO by way of food and drink.
Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Brian Lynch Quintet at Arts Garage
Friday, 01/27/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: 30-40-45

Get ready for musical fireworks on January 27th at the Arts Garage! Setting the bandstand alight that evening will be Grammy© Award winning trumpeter Brian Lynch and his group Spheres Of Influence. This dynamic quintet exhibits a blend of Latin fire and hard bop savior-faire that reflects its leader’s pedigree in both the jazz (Art Blakey, Horace Silver, Phil Woods) and Latin/world music (Eddie Palmieri) fields. Spheres Of Influence’s repertoire mixes modern jazz, Afro-Caribbean, and world music traditions in original works and arrangements by Lynch. Featured in this performance will be selections from Brian’s current Grammy-nominated album, “Madera Latino,” which pays tribute in Latin Jazz style to the legendary jazz trumpeter Woody Shaw.

“Lynch demonstrates that a dedicated, knowledgeable jazzman can play a diversity of styles with telling authenticity, and make the renditions extremely appealing to both musician and neophyte…Lynch is simply first – rate.”
– Zan Stewart, Downbeat

Featuring
Brian Lynch, trumpet
Kemuel Roig, piano
Rodner Padilla, bass
Hilario Bell, drums
Murphy Aucamp, percussion.

Showtime is 8 PM. Arts Garage is in Delray Beach, 94 NE 2nd Ave. Tickets are $30-40-45 at artsgarage.org or (561) 450-6357.

Leon Foster Thomas Quintet at Arts Garage Jan 13 Leon Foster Thomas will be at Arts Garage in Delray Beach
Friday, 01/13/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $30-40-45

Leon Foster Thomas will be at Arts Garage in Delray Beach, Jan 13 at 8 PM, featuring Martin Bejerano (piano), Kenneth Jimenez (bass), Harvel Nakundi (drums), David Leon (tenor sax), and Special Guest Jean Caze (trumpet.)

Having performed for audiences worldwide, Leon Foster Thomas is a unique force in modern jazz. The New York Amsterdam News has described his playing as “riveting, his artistry as unrivaled and his stage personality as dominant.” His virtuosic playing of the Steel Pan has enabled him to connect emotionally with the listener on every level. This World Steelband Music Festival Soloist and Duet Champion of 2002 and 2004, has worked with artists such as: Melton Mustafa, Nathan Davis, James Moody, Richard Smallwood, Hugh Masekela, Kevin Mahogany, Nicole Henry, Abraham Laboriel, Sammy Figueroa, Igor Butman, Len Boogsie Sharpe, Ken Professor Philmore, Ray Holman, Dolly Parton, Cyril Neville, Slinger Francisco Mighty Sparrow, 3 Canal, Etienne Charles, Winston Bailey Mighty Shadow, David Rudder, Richard Bailey, and James Polk, to name a few.

Arts Garage is located in Delray Beach at 94 NE 2nd Ave. Tickets are $30-40-45 at artsgarage.org or (561) 450-6357. Courtesy of KCC Productions.

Pee Wee Ellis at Arts Garage Oct 1
Saturday, 10/01/2016 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $30-40-45

October 1 at 8 PM: The Arts Garage presents the legendary tenor saxophonist Pee Wee Ellis. Ellis is a well-known American musician who was an essential part of James Brown’s band in 1960s and its musical director. A student of Sonny Rollins, he is a saxophonist, arranger and composer. Music, particularly jazz, is his passion. In 1965, he started working with James Brown and became a part of some hit projects like “Cold Sweat”, “Mother Popcorn”, “Lickin’ Stick,” and “The Chicken” in a short period of 4 years. Subsequently he worked with artists like George Benson, Hank Crawford, Esther Phillips, and David Liebman. He later worked with Van Morrison’s band as arranger and music director and fully deserves the credit for major hits of that time. His song with James Brown, “Say It Loud: I’m Black and I’m Proud”, is a source of inspiration for all black people, and truly expresses their mind and heart. The song reflects his self-respect and truly reflects the political and social awakening that started during that time that led them to fight for their basic rights. Courtesy KCC Productions (305) 332-2623

Arts Garage is located in Delray Beach at 94 NE Second Ave. Tickets are $30, $40, and $45 at artsgarage.org. Table seating; bring your own refreshments.

Video: “The Chicken” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fopNFqqTzY

Jazz Legend Pee Wee Ellis at The Arts Garage
Saturday, 10/01/2016 – 08:00 pm – 11:59 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444

Cost: $30-$45

The Arts Garage presents the legendary tenor saxophonist Pee Wee Ellis. Ellis is a well-known American musician who was an essential part of James Brown’s band in 1960s and its musical director. A student of Sonny Rollins, he is a saxophonist, arranger and composer. Music, particularly jazz, is his passion. In 1965, he started working with James Brown and became a part of some hit projects like “Cold Sweat”, “Mother Popcorn”, “Lickin’ Stick,” and “The Chicken” in a short period of 4 years. Subsequently he worked with artists like George Benson, Hank Crawford, Esther Phillips, and David Liebman. He later worked with Van Morrison’s band as arranger and music director and fully deserves the credit for major hits of that time. His song with James Brown, “Say It Loud: I’m Black and I’m Proud”, is a source of inspiration for all black people, and truly expresses their mind and heart. The song reflects his self-respect and truly reflects the political and social awakening that started during that time that led them to fight for their basic rights.

Tickets are $30, $40, and $45 at artsgarage.org. Table seating; bring your own refreshments. Music courtesy KCC Productions. For more info write kcc_productions@yahoo.com or phone (305) 332-2623.

LeNard Rutledge at Arts Garage
Friday, 07/01/2016 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
180 NE First St.,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $30-45

July 1: LeNard Rutledge sings The Great American Songbook, in honor of the 4th of July, at Arts Garage at 8 PM. Arts Garage is located at 180 NE First St in Delray Beach.

Voted the Best Jazz Artist of the Year by the Miami New Times, LeNard Rutledge’s robust vocals have
made him one of the most sought-after talents in contemporary jazz. His music has been described as
“captivating, soul-stirring, earthy, and funky”, and he has often been compared to the great Lou Rawls.
LeNard has shared the stage with a number of highly respectable jazz artists including Nnenna Freelon,
Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kenny Drew Jr.,Harry Allen and Wycliffe Gordon.

Tickets are $30, $40, and $45 at artsgarage.org. For more information call the box office at 561-450-
6357.

Tito Puente, Jr at Arts Garage
Friday, 06/03/2016 – 06/04/2016 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arts Garage
180 NE 1st St,
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
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Cost: $25-35-45

Be prepared to mambo the night away as Tito Puente, Jr. brings his Latin Jazz Ensemble to Arts Garage at 8 PM June 3 and 4. Advance tickets are on sale for $25/$35/$45; $5 more at the door, at artsgarage.org. Arts Garage is in Delray Beach at 94 NE 2nd Ave (entrance on Pineapple Grove), Delray Beach, FL 33444. For more info call 561-450-6357. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Tito Puente Jr. is determined to nurture the musical legacy left by his father, Tito Puente, Sr., Latin jazz Mambo King, and he does so with charm and grace. The comparison is inevitable – in his looks, his joy, and his music. Crowds who were lured to venues by his father now return to see his son and to once again participate in the high voltage celebration that takes place on stage.

“A dazzling show filled with charisma, flair and all the right dance moves. His skill at playing, singing and dancing was undeniable… Tito Puente Jr. shined with a talent that was all his own.” -The Examiner

“Tito Puente Jr. heats things up” -Fox News