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July 2, 2009
American Icons: Dave Brubeck and Ramsey Lewis —A smooth pairing as renowned pianists Dave Brubeck and Ramsey Lewis take the stage for two rousing sets. The 88-year old Brubeck shows he still is the master of the 88s on "Take Five," "On the Sunny Side of the Street," and "Over the Rainbow." Lewis' gospel and funk tinged sound will lift you out of your seat with "The In Crowd," "Wade in the Water" and more.

July 9, 2009
Ahmad Jamal —A legend among masters, Ahmad Jamal's career has spanned half a century. Miles Davis once asked his own pianist Wynton Kelly to "sound more like Ahmad Jamal." Jamal brings his deft touch and perfect balance to the House of Swing to create space all his own. With his trio, Jamal leads his signature "Poinciana," Jimmy Heath's "Mellow Drama" and his new composition "Papillon." And of course more! We are delighted to welcome him to our stage. Written by Andrew Rosenblum.

July 16, 2009
James Carter and Craig Taborn —Behold the highest levels of virtuosity when explosive instrumentalists - James Carter (saxophones) and Craig Taborn (piano) - exchange ideas in intimate duets at the Stanley Kaplan Penthouse. Hear Carter's jaw-dropping acrobatics on Don Byas' "1944 Stomp," Oscar Petiford's "Tricotism," and Billy Strayhorn's "A Flower Is A Lonesome Thing." Written by Simon Rentner.

July 23, 2009
So What About Eddie Jefferson? —Eddie Jefferson didn't have a great voice, but he was a great jazz singer. Twisting lyrics through well-known jazz instrumentals, he created songs and a style all his own, transforming (James)"Moody's Mood for Love," Lester Young's "Paper Moon" into "Lester's Trip to the Moon;" and an infamous Miles track to "Miles Davis Walked Off the Stage." Jefferson died tragically in 1979. Vocalists Carla Cook and Allan Harris join pianist Eric Reed to honor the pioneer of vocalese. Written by Andrew Rosenblum.

July 30, 2009
Louis Hayes Quintet —Louis Hayes' sense of rhythm has been the choice of the jazz elite - Cannonball Adderely, Oscar Peterson and Woody Shaw all sought his irresistible swing. At the Stanley Kaplan Penthouse, he heads his own quintet with Eric Alexander on saxophone, Peter Bernstein on guitar, Richard Wyands on piano, and John Weber on the bass. Written by David Goren.

August 6, 2009
KC and the Count —Join our summit of swing. Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra romp through the Kansas City songbook of the Count Basie Band. Basie alum and Saxophonist Frank Wess joins pianist Eldar Djangirov to romp through the "One O'clock Jump," "The Golden Bullet," "Moten Swing" and more. Written by David Goren.

August 13, 2009
Jazz Guitar: Django Reinhardt/Charlie Christian —The wandering spirit of the gypsy meets the bluesy swing of Oklahoma City. Django Reinhardt and Charlie Christian brought the guitar out from the rhythm section and up to center stage. Guitarists Russell Malone, Bobby Broom and Frank Vignola, bassist Peter Washington and pianist Mulgrew Miller play the jazz guitar revolution, with musical director and drummer Lewis Nash. Written by David Marash.

August 20, 2009
Rosa Passos and Bossa Nova: Still New —In 1958 the world was seduced by the Bossa Nova of João Gilberto and Antonio Carlos Jobim. The romance continues today with the Rosa Passos. Her perfect pitch and delicate rhythms grace the stage of Allen Room as she pays homage to the legacy of her homeland. Written by Andrew Rosenblum.

August 27, 2009
Hilton Ruiz & Cesar Camargo Mariano —Two virtuosos seek rhythms south of the United States in their bebop and swing inspired piano styles. The radiant Hilton Ruiz, who tragically passed away in June of 2006, performs an inspired set from the Afro-Cuban canon. Cesar Carmargo Mariano moves listeners with savory compositions and arrangements from Brazil. Written by David Goren.

September 3, 2009
Joe Zawinul —Austrian Joe Zawinul commands the Zawinul Syndicate, a genre-bending superband with players from South America and Africa. On his keyboard and compositions, this father of fusion (Weather Report, etc.) brings a basket of global ideas rhythms, scales and melodies to this rare Rose Hall performance. Highlights include Borges Buenos Aires and Rooftops of Vienna. Written by Andrew Rosenblum.

September 10, 2009
SF Jazz Collective —The members of the SF Jazz Collective are some of the greatest innovators on the scene today - Dave Douglas (trumpet), Robin Eubanks (trombone), Eric Harland (drums), Joe Lovano (tenor sax), Matt Penman (bass), Renee Rosnes (piano) and Miguel Zenon (alto sax). They'll come together in the Allen Room for a brilliant musical conversation. The collective will showcase their own compositions and fresh arrangements of pianist McCoy Tyner.

September 17, 2009
The Music Of Stanley Turrentine —Robert Stewart and Eric Alexander - step into the blues shoes of the late tenorman Stanley Turrentine. Our foot-stomping celebration features selections from Turrentine's book and from Jerome Kern, Marvin Gaye, and Antonio Carlos Jobim. Gene Ludwig (orgn), Dave Stryker (gtr), and Grady Tate (dms) provide a perfect fit. Written by Andrew Rosenblum

September 24, 2009
John Coltrane - The Breakthrough: Giant Steps —One month after playing on Miles Davis' landmark 'Kind of Blue,' John Coltrane stepped out from sideman duties to record his own seminal 1959 album. Showcasing blistering solos and relentless energy, the album solidified his place as a leader and is still a benchmark for musicians today. Our reedmen Ted Nash, Sherman Irby, Walter Blanding and George Garzone front this blowin' session that including 'Giant Steps,' 'Countdown' and "Naima."