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The Jennifer Leitham Trio
Saturday, October 6, 2007
8:00 p.m.
Jennifer Jane Leitham has been referred to
by noted jazz critic Leonard Feather as the "left-handed virtuoso of the upright
bass." In addition to her successful performance career, Jennifer has appeared
on over 100 recordings with some of the giants of jazz music. In addition, she
has recorded 6 highly acclaimed CDs of her own.
Jennifer is best known for her decade long stints with
both Mel Torme’ and Doc Severinsen. She has appeared with many distinguished
artists including Woody Herman, George Shearing, Gerry Mulligan, Peggy Lee, Joe
Pass, Cleo Laine, Louis Bellson, Pete Rugolo, Bill Watrous, and numerous others.
She has also been a member of the Tonight Show All-Stars, The Woody Herman
Thundering Herd, Benny Carter Quintet, Bob Cooper Quartet, and more.
Jennifer's own highly regarded CD's include Leitham Up, The
Southpaw, Lefty Leaps In, Live ! , and Two for the Road, (a duo performance with
guitar virtuoso Jimmy Bruno). Her new CD, The Real Me features her original
compositions, arrangements, and for the first time, her singing voice! Her trio
performs for enthusiastic, diverse audiences on a regular basis.
*******
The Alley Cats Christmas
Saturday, December 1, 2007
8:00 p.m.
Celebrate “A Christmas Long Ago” with THE
ALLEY CATS "America's Premier Doo-Wop Group."
THE ALLEY CATS are a perfect blend of musical talent and comic timing. Their
interaction with audiences combined with their spontaneous humor makes each show
refreshing and exciting. Royce, Juan, Mando, and Sean never miss a beat as they
bring their own contemporary style to the great songs of the 50s and 60s.
Together, their freshness and talent make them truly the Cat's meow!
*******
Annette Warren Smith
"Could've Been Famous:
My Life in song"
Saturday, February 2, 2008
8:00 p.m.
What happens when, at the critical turning point in your career,
you decide to forego fame for family? Find out as ‘Secret Singing Star’ Annette
Warren Smith tells the story of HER life when she made that crucial decision.
Best known for her work as a ‘vocal substitute’ for movie musicals, Annette
provided the singing voice for many of Hollywood’s most famous stars - most
notibly Ava Gardner in the film version of “Showboat” and Lucille Ball in “Fancy
Pants”. Annette has performed several times at the Shannon Center, including her
performance in “Secret Singing Stars” and her most recent performance here, “A
Marriage of Mirth and Music,” with her husband, pianist Paul Smith.
*******
"Defying Gravity :
The Songs of Stephen
Schwartz"
Friday, February 22, 2008
8:00 p.m.
“Defying Gravity: The Music of Stephen
Schwartz” has the Friends (from Stephen Schwartz & Friends) stepping out alone to
pay tribute to the master. Debbie Gravitte and Scott Coulter join
together to present hit songs from Schwartz’s works including the animated films
from Disney “Pocahontas,” and “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” and his musicals “Godspell,”
“Pippin,” “The Magic Show,” “The Baker’s Wife,” and the smash Broadway hit
“Wicked.”
 Ms.
Gravitte won a Tony Award for her performance in “Jerome Robbins' Broadway,” and
has also appeared on the Great White Way in “Les Miserables” and “They're
Playing Our Song,” among others.
 Mr.
Coulter was discovered by Mr. Schwartz and has become one of New York City 's
most sought after cabaret performers.
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