2007 
 

JANUARY 2007

    Monday, January 22
    Bellagio Hotel
    Las Vegas, NV
    I will be singing at this invitation-only event that "acknowledges the accomplishments of men and women who have significantly contributed to enhancing the quality of life for all." For more information visit the website at www.trumpetfoundation.org.

MARCH 2007

    Sunday, March 4, 7pm
    shout, Mary Lou Williams / Luckman Jazz Orchestra
    Walt Disney Concert Hall
    111 S. Grand Avenue
    Los Angeles, CA
    (323) 850-2000
    I'll be singing once again with the Los Angeles Master Chorale. We will be performing with the Luckman Jazz Orchestra, presenting music by jazz pianist, composer and arranger Mary Lou Williams. The concert will also feature the Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers, and vocalists Cedric Berry and Carmen Lundy. For details and ticket information, visit the Los Angeles Master Chorale website.
    Sunday, March 11, 3 - 4 pm, free admission
    SJF Parish Choir and Orchestra Lenten Concert
    St. John Fisher Church
    5448 Crest Road
    Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
    (310) 788-0700
    Featuring soloists: Marie Hodgeson (soprano), Sharmila Guha (alto), Joseph Paguio (tenor), and Scott Graff (baritone). We will be presenting a concert of "Requiem" by Gabriel Fauré and "Cantata 106" by J. S. Bach.
    Saturday, March 17, 6:30 - 10 pm, no cover
    French 75 - Bistro • Steak • Jazz
    Westfield Century City Mall
    10250 Santa Monica Blvd.
    Century City, CA
    (310) 788-0700
    This will be my first official appearance at French 75 in Century City. I'll be singing with George Kahn (piano) and Steve Pandis (bass). French 75 offers great food and a full bar. It is located off Constellation Boulevard, adjacent to Macy’s.
    Sunday, March 25, 7pm
    awaken, Christopher Rouse world premiere
    Walt Disney Concert Hall
    111 S. Grand Avenue
    Los Angeles, CA
    (323) 850-2000
    LA Master Chorale returns to Disney Hall, with our next concert of the season. "Pulitzer Prize-winning Christopher Rouse premieres his biggest, most emotionally raw work to date — a staggering juxtaposition of apocalyptic vision with music of heart-breaking intimacy and compassion. Large orchestra, double chorus, children’s chorus and baritone soloist — who has the courage to take it on? Music director Grant Gershon, the L.A. Master Chorale and American baritone Sanford Sylvan, that’s who." Don’t miss this world premiere performance! For more details about the concert, or for ticket information, visit lamc.org.

APRIL 2007 - Jazz Appreciation Month

    Sunday, April 15, 3 - 6pm, $25
    "Four Souls of Jazz"
    3233 Helms Ave.
    Culver City, CA
    (323) 850-2000
    I will be featured in the California Pop and Jazz Council's on-going series, "Four Souls of Jazz," along with other members of the CPJC: Logan Johnson, Cathy Segal-Garcia, and Sharyn Wynters.
    Tuesday, April 24, 9 pm - 12:30 am, no cover
    4574 W. Beverly Blvd.
    Los Angeles, CA 90004
    (323) 466-2430
    jazz standards with Teddy Yamada (piano). Located at the southeast corner of Beverly and Western, Bobby London is a hip, little place in Korea town, boasting a full bar and late night menu.

MAY 2007

    Saturday May 12, 6:30 - 10 pm, no cover
    French 75 - Bistro Steaks Jazz
    Westfield Century City Mall
    10250 Santa Monica Blvd.
    Century City, CA
    (310) 788-0700
    I'm back at French 75, with George Kahn (piano) and Karl Vincent (bass). French 75 offers great food and a full bar. It is located off Constellation Boulevard, adjacent to Macy’s.
    Saturday May 19, 6:30 - 10 pm, no cover
    French 75 - Bistro Steaks Jazz
    Westfield Century City Mall
    10250 Santa Monica Blvd.
    Century City, CA
    (310) 788-0700
    with George Kahn (piano) and JP Maramba (bass). French 75 offers great food and a full bar. It is located off Constellation Boulevard, adjacent to Macy’s.

JUNE 2007

    Friday, June 1, 2007, 9 pm - 12 am, no cover
    70 S. Raymond Avenue
    Pasadena, CA 91105
    (626) 792-4441
    I'll be singing jazz standards at this eatery and wine bar in Old Town, with Derrick Finch (piano) and Eric Sittner (bass). It is located on Green Street, opposite the Castle Green and Stats.
    Sunday, June 3, 2007, 3 - 4 pm
    Spirituals Concert
    St. John Fisher Church
    5448 Crest Rd.
    Palos Verdes, CA
    (310) 541-3815
    The St. John Fisher Parish Choir, Contemporary Choir, Youth Choir, Archangel Choir, and Children's Choir present a concert of Spirituals with the Youth Choir Band, directed by Grant Hungerford. Featuring soloists Marie Hodgson, Sharmila Guha, Michael Miller, and Scott Graff.
    Sunday, June 3, 2007, 7 pm
    Thursday, June 7, 2007, 8 pm
    lift, Beglarian, MacMillan, and Pärt
    Walt Disney Concert Hall
    111 S. Grand Avenue
    Los Angeles, CA 90012
    (323) 850-2000
    The Los Angeles Master Chorale will be presenting the inaugural concert of "LA is the World." This exciting multi-season project launches with Sang (Farsi for “stone”), crafted by composer Eve Beglarian in partnership with acclaimed Iranian-American musicians Manoochehr Sadeghi and Pejman Hadadi, and the Chorale. Plus works by James MacMillan and Arvo Pärt. For tickets and more information, visit the LAMC website at lamc.org.
    Sunday, June 16 7:30 pm, $25
    4th Annual Music Ministry Benefit Concert
    St. John Fisher Church
    5448 Crest Rd.
    Palos Verdes, CA
    (310) 541-3815
    Don't miss this annual showcase highlighting the artistry of the Music Ministry professional staff in a concert benefitting the many programs of the SJF Music Ministry. Featuring Brian Chapman (bass), Carolyn Correnti (piano), Joe diResta (guitar), Alison Graff (soprano), Scott Graff (baritone), Sharmila Guha (alto), Marie Hodgson (soprano), Grant Hungerford (trumpet), Jospeh Paguio (tenor), John Rusnak (piano, organ). Tickets are available at the door or by calling (310) 541-3815. $5 Additional donation includes pre-concert dinner in the auditorium, 6 - 7:15 pm.

JULY 2007

    Thursday, July 5, 2007, 8 - 11pm, no cover
    70 S. Raymond Avenue
    Pasadena, CA 91105
    (626) 792-4441
    with Gary Fukushima (piano) and JP Maramba (bass). We had so much fun the last time we played, that they've asked us back at the elegantly hip Red White + Bluezz. Come by for some food and drinks, or just to say hello! We'll be playing until 11pm. It is located on Green Street, opposite the Castle Green and Stats.
    Friday, July 6, 2007, 9pm - 12am, no cover
    70 S. Raymond Avenue
    Pasadena, CA 91105
    (626) 792-4441
    with Gary Fukushima (piano) and JP Maramba (bass). Another evening at this great eatery and wine bar in Old Town. We'll be playing until midnight. Extend your Independence Day celebration with us. Fun will be had by all!
    Saturday, July 7, 2007, 6:30 - 10 pm, no cover
    French 75 - Bistro Steaks Jazz
    Westfield Century City Mall
    10250 Santa Monica Blvd.
    Century City, CA
    (310) 788-0700
    I'm back at French 75, with George Kahn (piano) and Karl Vincent (bass). French 75 offers great food and a full bar. It is located off Constellation Boulevard, adjacent to Macy’s.
    Thursday July 31, 2007
    Beethoven's 9th! LAMC with LAPhil
    Hollywood Bowl
    2301 N. Highland Ave.
    Hollywood, CA
    (323) 850-2000
    The Los Angeles Master Chorale will be a guest with the LA Philharmonic. The Chorale will be closing the all Beethoven program with the famous Symphony No. 9. For more details and ticket information, visit the LA Phil website at laphil.com.

OCTOBER 2007

    Sunday, October 14, 2007, 7pm
    Walt Disney Concert Hall
    111 S. Grand Avenue
    Los Angeles, CA 90012
    (323) 850-2000
    The Los Angeles Master Chorale season opens this Sunday. We will be singing "Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage" by Beethoven and "A German Requiem" by Brahms.
    "Turning his back on fire and brimstone, Brahms' German Requiem is an achingly lovely Requiem for the living. Nestled right in the middle is that beloved, peaceful chorus “How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place.” Setting the tone for the Requiem is Beethoven's choral gem — seven minutes of pure genius and heart-stopping beauty. A spellbinding season-opener."
    For details and ticket information, please visit the LAMC website at lamc.org.

NOVEMBER 2007

    Sunday, November 4, 2007, 7pm
    Pro Musica Concert: “Cantate Domino”
    St. John Fisher Church
    5448 Crest Road
    Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
    Members of the St. John Fisher Church Music Staff will present a program of music from the early catholic church. We’ll be performing music from the 12th-16th centuries – compositions by Victoria, Monteverdi, Palestrina and more. Featuring Marie Hodgson (soprano), Alison Graff (soprano), Sharmila Guha (alto), Joseph Paguio (tenor), Scott Graff (baritone), and John Rusnak (piano/organ).

DECEMBER 2007

    Sunday, December 16, 2007, 3 - 4pm
    St. John Fisher Advent Concert
    St. John Fisher Church
    5448 Crest Road
    Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
    Featuring all five choirs at St. John Fisher. We will present a concert of Christmas music, including tracks from our newly released Christmas CD.
    Sunday, December 30, 2007, 7 - 11pm
    502 W. First St.
    Claremont, CA 91711
    (909) 447-6700
    Jazz standards with Gary Fukushima (piano), Tim Emmons (bass), and Jon Nathan (drums), including tracks from my upcoming debut album! Come check out this new jazz club and fondue restaurant. Hip Kitty is located one block west of Indian Hill Blvd. off of First Street. The entrance is at the south end of the plaza past the 40-foot tall Packing House neon sign.
 

 
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