Jazz Series
This program is supported in part by grants from the West Stockbridge Cultural Council and the Richmond Cultural Council, local agencies which are supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
Concert COVID-19 Requirements
1. Bring a face mask and wear it while inside The Foundry
2. Have your ticket confirmation or PayPal receipt ready on your smartphone
or bring a printed paper copy from home
3. Bring a copy of your CDC Vaccination Record Card and a photo ID with you
4. Arrive at The Foundry early to allow extra time to check-in
Check out an interview conducted by Jeff Nestel-Patt with Armen Donelian. Here’s the link:
https://youtu.be/T4yD5qKJMSw
For more about Armen Donelian see this link:
https://www.armendonelian.com/
For bios of the performers click here:
http://www.weststockbridgehistory.org/donelian-performer-bios.html
https://youtu.be/T4yD5qKJMSw
For more about Armen Donelian see this link:
https://www.armendonelian.com/
For bios of the performers click here:
http://www.weststockbridgehistory.org/donelian-performer-bios.html
West Stockbridge Historical Society Announces the Next Performance of its Jazz Program Series
Featuring the Armen Donelian Quartet
The West Stockbridge Historical Society (WSHS) will host renown jazz pianist Armen Donelian and the Armen Donelian Quartet in a concert to be held at The Foundry located at 2 Harris Street, West Stockbridge, MA, on November 13, 2021 at 8:00 pm.
Armen Donelian will headline a group of all-star musicians in a concert featuring Mr. Donelian’s original jazz compositions, as well as songs from the American Jazz playbook. For over forty years, pianist, composer and Fulbright Scholar Armen Donelian has distinguished himself as a solo pianist, bandleader, recording artist, educator and author. In 25 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle and Far East, he has performed and recorded since 1975 as a featured artist, and with jazz legends including Sonny Rollins, Chet Baker, Paquito D’Rivera, Mongo Santamaria, David Liebman and Billy Harper. Mr. Donelian’s distinctive music blends diverse influences including his Armenian origin, his Classical technique and his association with some of the biggest names in Jazz.
Donelian has produced 13 critically acclaimed recordings backed by top-shelf New York artists including Eddie Gomez, Billy Hart, Bill Stewart, Dick Oatts, Dean Johnson, Marc Mommaas and Tyshawn Sorey. In his 2014 two-CD release Sayat-Nova: Songs of My Ancestors (Sunnyside), with David Clark and George Schuller, Donelian transforms 18th Century Armenian folk songs into miniature jazz masterpieces, offering “Countless exquisite moments” (Downbeat). These scores were published as Sayat-Nova: Ancestral Songs (Edition Gruber).
Joining Mr. Donelian are bassist David Clark, drummer George Schuller, and vocalist Dominique Eade. David Clark is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, recording artist, producer, and composer. He is a Professor at Berklee College of Music’s Boston Campus, International Clinics, and Online School. He performs regularly on both upright and electric basses, primarily in the Jazz, Rock, Funk/R&B, and Classical styles. He has performed with a long list of leading jazz luminaries including John Abercrombie, Mose Allison, Karrin Allyson, Ashford & Simpson, Patti Austin, Louis Bellson, George Benson, the Boston Pops, Joanne Brackeen, Gary Burton and many others. George Schuller is drummer, composer, arranger, producer, researcher, and archivist. Schuller has released several albums including Listen Both Ways (Playscape), Life’s Little Dramas (Fresh Sound) and JigSaw (482 Music). He leads several groups including Circle Wide and The George Schuller Trio. Schuller appeared on Joe Lovano's Rush Hour (Blue Note). Between 2013-18, Schuller toured with Lee Konitz Quartet (legendary alto saxophonist) appears at festivals, concert halls and clubs all over the US, Europe and the Far East. Dominique Eade is a jazz vocalist, composer and improviser that combines technical virtuosity with a songwriter’s straightforward emotional delivery, creating music that has garnered critical acclaim, inspired audiences and served as a creative signpost for generations of vocalists. The New York Times called Eade “an exceptional singer” driven by “a jazz musician’s exploratory instincts.” The Atlantic Monthly has recognized Eade for her “rich voice and effortless delivery,” while The Boston Phoenix described her music as “sublime and daring.” Eade has performed at major festivals, as well as at choice concert halls and nightclubs throughout the United States, Latin America and Europe.
Armen Donelian will headline a group of all-star musicians in a concert featuring Mr. Donelian’s original jazz compositions, as well as songs from the American Jazz playbook. For over forty years, pianist, composer and Fulbright Scholar Armen Donelian has distinguished himself as a solo pianist, bandleader, recording artist, educator and author. In 25 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle and Far East, he has performed and recorded since 1975 as a featured artist, and with jazz legends including Sonny Rollins, Chet Baker, Paquito D’Rivera, Mongo Santamaria, David Liebman and Billy Harper. Mr. Donelian’s distinctive music blends diverse influences including his Armenian origin, his Classical technique and his association with some of the biggest names in Jazz.
Donelian has produced 13 critically acclaimed recordings backed by top-shelf New York artists including Eddie Gomez, Billy Hart, Bill Stewart, Dick Oatts, Dean Johnson, Marc Mommaas and Tyshawn Sorey. In his 2014 two-CD release Sayat-Nova: Songs of My Ancestors (Sunnyside), with David Clark and George Schuller, Donelian transforms 18th Century Armenian folk songs into miniature jazz masterpieces, offering “Countless exquisite moments” (Downbeat). These scores were published as Sayat-Nova: Ancestral Songs (Edition Gruber).
Joining Mr. Donelian are bassist David Clark, drummer George Schuller, and vocalist Dominique Eade. David Clark is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, recording artist, producer, and composer. He is a Professor at Berklee College of Music’s Boston Campus, International Clinics, and Online School. He performs regularly on both upright and electric basses, primarily in the Jazz, Rock, Funk/R&B, and Classical styles. He has performed with a long list of leading jazz luminaries including John Abercrombie, Mose Allison, Karrin Allyson, Ashford & Simpson, Patti Austin, Louis Bellson, George Benson, the Boston Pops, Joanne Brackeen, Gary Burton and many others. George Schuller is drummer, composer, arranger, producer, researcher, and archivist. Schuller has released several albums including Listen Both Ways (Playscape), Life’s Little Dramas (Fresh Sound) and JigSaw (482 Music). He leads several groups including Circle Wide and The George Schuller Trio. Schuller appeared on Joe Lovano's Rush Hour (Blue Note). Between 2013-18, Schuller toured with Lee Konitz Quartet (legendary alto saxophonist) appears at festivals, concert halls and clubs all over the US, Europe and the Far East. Dominique Eade is a jazz vocalist, composer and improviser that combines technical virtuosity with a songwriter’s straightforward emotional delivery, creating music that has garnered critical acclaim, inspired audiences and served as a creative signpost for generations of vocalists. The New York Times called Eade “an exceptional singer” driven by “a jazz musician’s exploratory instincts.” The Atlantic Monthly has recognized Eade for her “rich voice and effortless delivery,” while The Boston Phoenix described her music as “sublime and daring.” Eade has performed at major festivals, as well as at choice concert halls and nightclubs throughout the United States, Latin America and Europe.
West Stockbridge Historical Society Presents
A Free Virtual Preview of our 2021-2022 Jazz Series
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We're thrilled to announce our 2021-2022 live jazz concert series that we plan to resume this summer in West Stockbridge, depending on COVID conditions. Now, however, you can enjoy "meeting" our first performer, internationally acclaimed jazz and Latin vocalist Lauren Henderson, in a preview conversation with Elizabeth Morse, renowned harpist and music educator at Williams College.
Click on this link: https://youtu.be/5OvXmWYk0p8 The plan is to follow this video conversation with additional video interviews with our upcoming musicians. As soon as it is safe, we look forward to seeing you, in person, for live performances by remarkable jazz artists. As always, donations to our Old Town Hall Restoration Fund are most welcome. Click here to donate. |
What a Great Way to Celebrate!
Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations,
Promotions, Retirements...
Commemorate any special occasion by sponsoring a concert by the acclaimed
West Stockbridge Chamber Players
or one of our new, innovative Jazz Concert Series performances.
You’ll be thanked in the program and toasted at our post-concert reception.
For more information about this creative and memorable way
to mark an important milestone please contact
Carol Kuller at carolkuller@gmail.com.
Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations,
Promotions, Retirements...
Commemorate any special occasion by sponsoring a concert by the acclaimed
West Stockbridge Chamber Players
or one of our new, innovative Jazz Concert Series performances.
You’ll be thanked in the program and toasted at our post-concert reception.
For more information about this creative and memorable way
to mark an important milestone please contact
Carol Kuller at carolkuller@gmail.com.
Jazz Series Sponsors:
Kelly and Bill Kaiser
Donors:
Ronny and Elise Udelson
Greylock Federal Savings
Dan & Jerri Buehler
Advertisers:
(clicking on the business name will take you to their web page)
Stone House Properties
Simon's Rock
Lori Rose, Realtor
Circle Round
Joe Rose, Musician
John Toole Insurance
Creative Building Solutions
The Floor Store
Queensboro Wine and Spirits
Main Street Hospitality/Tap House
Baldwin's Extract
Baldwin's Hardware
Spirited Wines
Public Market
Dee Dee Acquisto, LMHC
Domaney's Liquors and Fine Wines
Loeb's Food Town
Guido's
The Spirit Shoppe
Boston Rare Maps
Aegean Breeze
Lennox Jewelers
The Great Barrington Bagel Company
Renders Home and Garden
Uptown Antiques
Arcadian Shop
Truc Orient Express
Kelly and Bill Kaiser
Donors:
Ronny and Elise Udelson
Greylock Federal Savings
Dan & Jerri Buehler
Advertisers:
(clicking on the business name will take you to their web page)
Stone House Properties
Simon's Rock
Lori Rose, Realtor
Circle Round
Joe Rose, Musician
John Toole Insurance
Creative Building Solutions
The Floor Store
Queensboro Wine and Spirits
Main Street Hospitality/Tap House
Baldwin's Extract
Baldwin's Hardware
Spirited Wines
Public Market
Dee Dee Acquisto, LMHC
Domaney's Liquors and Fine Wines
Loeb's Food Town
Guido's
The Spirit Shoppe
Boston Rare Maps
Aegean Breeze
Lennox Jewelers
The Great Barrington Bagel Company
Renders Home and Garden
Uptown Antiques
Arcadian Shop
Truc Orient Express