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Rolando Morales to performs at HERE
Lloyd Gregory to performs at HERE
UC Jazz Fundraiser second annual will take place on Monday, October 27, 2008 at Yoshi's
Trestle Group Foundation - Kenya Emergency HERE

Stanley Jordan performs at Yoshi's Monday July 7, Tuesday July 8th and Wednesday July 9th

		REFLECTIONS IN RHYTHM Presents Manager: Ron "Rue" Williams 209.534.7213 Ruewilliams@yahoo.com Media Contact: Greg Bridges 510.830.7750 or 510.632.4504 G1Rhythm@aol.com G1Rhythm@att.net
LEGALLY BLYND LIVE AT ARROYO PARK THIS SUNDAY September 14th, 2p.m. at Arroyo Viejo Park, 7701 Krause Avenue in Oakland. Outstanding soul group Legally Blynd appears at the Arroyo Park Music Series produced by Oakland City Council Member Desley Brooks and D'Wayne Wiggins of Tony Toni Tone! this Sunday, Lead by phenomenal guitarist/singer/songwriter Jubu Smith, Legally Blynd creates a dynamic blend of gospel roots, bluesy narrations and rockin’ drive drenched in soul. Individually the members of LEGALLY BLYND have played, written, and recorded with such legends as Tony Toni Tone!, Luther Vandross, Whitney Houston, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Stevie Wonder, Roberta Flack, Raphael Saadiq and Baby Face, and have been major contributors to many of today’s chart toppers like Alicia Keys, Destiny’s Child, Jill Scott, Nelly, Goapele, Mary Mary, Jessica Simpson, Rhianna, Chris Brown and more. Collectively LEGALLY BLYND pays homage to music’s pioneers while making a mark of its own while continuing the legacy of Oakland / Bay Area brilliance that extends from the road laid by such pioneers as Sly & the Family Stone, Tower of Power, Santana, and The Pointer Sisters and followed by the likes of TonyToniTone, MC Hammer, Tupac, Digital Underground Goapele, Ledisi and others to come. Pack a basket of goods, spread a blanket on the grass, invite friends and family to join you to experience and enjoy Legally Blynd this Sunday as they enthusiastically ignite the stage at 2p.m. Also headlining will be legendary Funk & Soul group Zapp!! Learn more about Reflections in Rhythm and Legally Blynd a fabulous band by visiting Eddycam Lloyd Gregory is enchanting audiences again with his full rich sound at Biscuits and Blues Please announce and/or attend this fabulous musical event: Lloyd Gregory and Band will appear at Biscuits and Blues 9/14/08, 8PM and 10PM Lloyd Gregory and his band will be performing at America’s Nr. 1 Blues Club Biscuits & Blues San Francisco Sunday September 14, 8PM and 10PM $12 per ticket *About Lloyd Gregory* When you think of that certain style of classic jazz guitar that is smooth, soulful, melodic, flowing and immediately likeable, you think of names like Wes Montgomery, Barney Kessel, George Benson, Kenny Burrell, Earl Klugh and Larry Carlton. Now Lloyd Gregory has taken his place on that list of illustrious jazz guitarists. On his fourth album, Free Fallin, Gregory tips his hat to those who influenced him while carving out his own distinctive style that also includes hints of his R&B roots. Lloyd Gregory is taking out time from recording his next album to play at Biscuit & Blues in San Francisco featuring great international and local artists, such as Tony Lindsay, Kenny Washington, Frankye Kelly, Fred Ross, Darlene Coleman, Janice Maxine, Glen Pearson, etc.MORE Scroll down on the front page to watch Lloyd Gregory’s performance at the Art and Soul festival. Lloyd Gregory performs at world class venues and renowned jazz festivals such as Sleep Train Pavilion, Concord, Sonoma Jazz Festival, Fillmore Jazz Festival, Greek Theatre, etc. Don’t miss the chance to see him up close and personal at the Biscuits and Blues Club. *About Biscuits and Blues* Located in the heart of San Francisco's historic Theater District, Biscuits and Blues is a West Coast musical landmark where every seat provides an up-close, absolutely live music experience. Our all-ages supper club is a great place for the whole family to encounter America's greatest musical heritage! Biscuits and Blues offers world-class musical venues with great food and a friendly family-oriented atmosphere that is perfect for a romantic date or a family outing. It is located in down-town San Francisco with easy access and lot’s of parking in the neighborhood. Biscuits And Blues, 401 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94102 - Call (415) 292-BLUE For more info you may also visit our website: www.lloydgregory.net or www.biscuitsandblues.com Contact us for photos or video clips to enhance your story at ekamoto@riovida.net 510-336-2636 and visit www.riovida.net For a press pass please reserve your place before Thursday 7/24/08 by contacting Steven Suen at steven@buiscuitsandblues.com. Thank you for your support in spreading the word about this wonderful performance at this world-class venue. Whether you live in the San Francisco Bay Area or are visiting. Lloyd Gregory’s performances are perfect to create happy long-term memories for jazz lovers, young couples, couples who want to feel alive, groups of friends about town, or entire families. “Love and Happiness” is one of the songs Lloyd Gregory often plays and it is also his motto. At the Biscuits and Blues Lloyd Gregory’s R&B sounds rip audiences with them. Audience who watch the show feel Love and Happiness! Reviews
		For Press Information Manager/Bookings Vernon H. Hammond III, CFP vernon@managementark.com The Management Ark 116 Village Blvd, Suite 200 Princeton, NJ 08540 1 (609) 734-7403 Put yourself on our meet the artist special "Artist Highlights Salons" sign up by contacting Edie Okamoto at 510-336-2636 or via email: eokamoto@riovida.net

Stanley Jordan shares the magical music of his latest CD "State of Nature" at Yoshi's in Oakland this week. Stanley Jordan, world renowned musician and now holistic philosopher, has released a new CD "State of Nature". It is a true gift. "State of Nature" promises to become a hit. It combines Jordan's magical ability to compose music that inspires and refreshes with his amazing musical skill. When listening to the album you are taken on a magical journey that is both uplifting and enlightening. Stanley brings nature to life and urges us to embrace it while at the same time enjoying our humanity as part of nature. The CD starts with "A Place in Space" which is fun to listen to. It evokes a feeling of bouncing harmoniously in space among many other stars and planets. This composition is melodic and modern. It immediately demonstrates Jordan's ability to play guitar in a way that hardly anyone else can match. The notes are bouncing, echoing, flowing, and they create a feeling of richness and fullness that reminds us that we are part of a very big mysterious world. Jordan asks us with his commentary in the liner notes to become conscious and aware of this vast and mysterious Universe. He suggests that as we become aware of the infinite vastness of space we will naturally grow to love and care for our precious planet, our home called Earth. The CD is quickly rising to the top of the charts in many states and countries around the world. Give yourself a treat and go down to Yoshi's Oakland to enjoy the show. www.yoshis.com Read more at UC Jazz Club's Newsletter MORE

		For Press Information Manager/Bookings Marti McMahon 415.225.8888 info@YCIcharters.com MORE Media Relations Edie Okamoto 510.336.2636 eokamoto@riovida.net Performer Carlos Godinez and his Trio MORE Location 2008 Cruise Kaboom-California Spirit MORE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2008 Cruise Kaboom - Ultimate Front Row Seats with Carlos Godinez *aboard the luxurious 100’California Spirit* motor yacht Saturday, May 10, 2008 7:00pm – 10:30pm**
SAN FRANCISCO, CA Tuesday 4/24/08 2008 Cruise Kaboom – Enjoy the Kaboom Fireworks aboard the California Spirit. This year based on popular demand Yacht Connections International (www.ycicharters.com) is offering a ticketed cruise. Carlos Godinez and his trio will perform sensuous bossa nova, salsa, and Latin Jazz. Spoil yourself, your friends and family with live music, delectable cuisine, a scenic cruise aboard the elegant 100’ California Spirit motor yacht, and enjoy the fireworks on the SF Bay from the Ultimate Front Row Seats. All for $150 per person! Discounted reserved valet parking with the cruise is available for an additional $30. The annual KFOG KaBoom Festival draws visitors from all around the world to San Francisco for music near the Bay. Nearly 100,000 visitors gather to enjoy the Kaboom Fireworks that are the best San Francisco offers all year. 2008 Cruise Kaboom offers a scenic tour with an up-close view of the most amazing fireworks on the Bay, from the ultimate front row seats. Enjoy this intimate setting away from the crowds on land. The California Spirit is an elegant and sophisticated yacht featuring warm teak and black granite details. It was custom-built to Marti McMahon’s specifications and completely refurbished in May 2007. Weddings, Birthdays and Corporate events are Yacht Connections International's specialty. Marti’s clients prefer to have an up-close view of the fireworks without having to deal with the crowds up close. Yacht Connections International offers this enchanting evening which is a rare chance to experience the luxurious and intimate yacht setting. Christopher Ludwick delights our guests with his culinary creations. Chris’s experience in San Francisco and in California Wine Country’s finest restaurants taught him a special appreciation for garden fresh produce. Prior to joining Yacht Connections International as the Executive Chef, Chris supported distinguished chefs like Jan Birnbaum of Catahoula, Bradley Ogden of Lark Creek and Mark Franz of Farallon and the Girl and the Fig Company. If you love Fireworks and wish to view them away from the crowds on a luxurious yacht this 2008 Kaboom Cruise on May 10, 2008, 7PM - 10:30PM is for you. Please call Marti McMahon with your reservations right away at 415-225-8888 cell as tickets are limited. Admission is $150.00 per person. For reservations call 888.789.3188 or 415.409.1888. Contact Info ### To learn more about this event visit: MORE or type http://www.riovida.net/channels/travel/YCI-Kaboom.asp To learn more about Yacht Charters International: www.ycicharters.com For Press Information Manager/Bookings Marti McMahon 415.225.8888 info@YCIcharters.com MORE Media Relations Edie Okamoto 510-336-2636 public.relations@riovida.net

		For Press Information: Producer Mitch Stein and his All Star Band allstarband@poolside.com Media Relations Edie Okamoto 510-336-2636 eokamoto@riovida.net


Mitch Stein and the All Star Band performs Martin Fierro Tribute Cafe Du Nord on Tuesday, May 6, 2008 For Immediate Release 4/19/2008 MItch Stein and the All Star Band will perform at Cafe du Nord, May 6, 2008 Mitch Stein writes: Greetings, all. It is with a heavy heart that I must inform those of you who've not yet heard that the one and only Martin Fierro recently left his physical being behind in order to pursue "That Great Jam Session In The Sky." Meester was an integral member of the All-Star Band for nearly 20 years, but more than that, he was my brother. Those of you who were fortunate enough to see Martin perform know how special he truly was, and we would like to pay tribute to him in grand style. The All-Star Band requests your attendance at a show in tribute to Martin on Tuesday, May 6 at Cafe Du Nord in San Francisco. We will celebrate our time with Martin through live music, recollections, and probably some really bad jokes from his repertoire. We'll have a silent auction of memorabilia and other fun items (possibly some LARGE ones), and proceeds from the entire evening (including ticket sales) will benefit his beautiful 8-year-old daughter Jessica. We hope you can make it! Cheers, Mitch & The All-Star Band ########## Mitch Stein & His All-Star Band Presents A Tribute To Martin Fierro Mitch Stein - Keys The Incredible Mz. Dee - Vocals Bob Coons (Melvin Seals, JGB) - Guitar Ben Bernstein (New Monsoon) - Bass Bobby Strickland (Todd Rundgren, Phil Lesh & Friends, Missing Man Formation) - Sax Billy Johnson (Santana) - Drums Plus Special Guests And A Silent Auction! Please send donation descriptions to allstarband@poolside.com Cafe Du Nord 2170 Market Street San Francisco, CA 94114 415-861-5016 www.cafedunord.com Doors 7:00 Show 7:30 (see website for dinner menu if you'd like dinner and a show!) Tickets: $12.00-20.00 Sliding Scale www.ticketweb.com For more information see writeups here: http://www.marinij.com/ci_8580743 and website including discography and blog here: http://martinfierromusic.com/home.

		For Press Information: Development Director Brian Johns 415-567-2357 #105 bjohns@fcs-sf.org Media Relations Edie Okamoto 510-336-2636 eokamoto@riovida.net


FCS' 2nd Annual Spring Arts Fest at the Museum of the African Diaspora Thursday, April 24th 7 pm MoAD, 685 Mission Street, San Francisco FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SAN FRANCISC0, CA Tuesday 3/30/08 Florence Crittenton Services' 2nd Annual Spring Arts Fest will be held t the MoAD (www.moad.org) at 685 Mission Street (valet parking available). Festivities will include brief museum tours, a cocktail party, hors d'ouvres, a jazz trio featuring guitarist Lloyd Gregory, and a live art auction featuring works by Bay Area artists including Foad Satterfield, Jim Dennis, Mary Lovelace O'Neal, Michele Lee, Ryan Reynolds, Ana Hommonay, Sophie Gross, Dave Regan, Shashari Kiburi, Ayanna Bassiouni, Gyongy Laky, Melissa Huton, Mollie Oblinger, L.A. Hyder, Karen Hampton, Saundra McPherson, Keba Konte, Deborah Kennedy, Alan Moore, Lew Watts and Marianna Mitchell. Tickets are $125. Come enjoy the show and exhibits and support us in our effort of *ending poverty one family* *at a time.* Lloyd Gregory “Music is comprised of traditions, even when mixed with innovations,” Lloyd Gregory says, “so, of course, every musician is building upon sounds that came before. Lloyd Gregory, a popular entertainer on the San Francisco/Bay Area music scene for several decades, has an instrumental sound that may be the epitome of smooth, but it also contains subtle elements of classic soul music due to his early career as an R&B performer. He has recorded and appeared on many award winning albums and appears regularly at Biscuit & Blues, considered the Bay Area’s Nr. 1 Blues Club every Sunday evening. Winner of several Bay Area Top Star Awards and the Bay Area Blues Society Jazz Artist of the Year, Lloyd Gregory entertains audiences with his wealth of Jazz, blues, popular favorites and standards. Foad Satterfield Foad Satterfield paintings explode with color, light and texture. He "demonstrates the infinite possibilities of combining and reconfiguring," one observer notes, "often from natural sources, the essence of sensations of color, light and reflections." Boasting an MFA in painting from Louisiana State University, Satterfield has for more than 27 years he has exhibited his work in California, Washington, Louisiana, France and Holland. Since 1980, he has been an art professor and curator at Dominican College's San Marco Gallery in San Rafael. Jim Dennis Jim Dennis is a renowned Bay Area Photographer whose work has spanned over thirty years, with exhibits at a variety of artful venues across the nation including: Kodak Gallery , New York, New York Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago, Illinois The Oakland Museum, Oakland, California Dennis, a native of San Francisco recognized at an early age that he was visually oriented and was excited to discover that he could capture on film, elements that provoked thought and stirred emotion. Florence Crittenton Services is located at 840 Broderick Street in San Francisco. Serving San Francisco's most vulnerable communities, FCS provides infants and toddlers subsidized, nationally-accredited childcare and development services. It offers teen-aged youth a pregnancy prevention and empowerment program that moves them toward graduation and life success. It offers parents support services, job training and placement with several employer partners. It also shares resources and gives mentorship to a network of family childcare providers. The agency’s holistic program menu is designed to carry on a proud tradition of *ending poverty one family* *at a time.* Event Sponsors We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to initial sponsors including The Humphreys Group, Charles Schwab & Co., Flynn Properties, Kearny Capital Partners, HSBC USA, The Heffernan Group, Levi Strauss & Co., Dawn Dobras & Eric Swergold, Mrs. Mary Lee Scheidt, and Kadambari & Abhay Parekh. For Press Information Development Director Brian Johns 415-567-2357 #105 bjohns@fcs-sf.org Media Relations Edie Okamoto 510-336-2636 eokamoto@riovida.net

		For Press Information Manager/Bookings Meredith Griffin 415-272-0069 Media Relations Edie Okamoto 510-336-2636 Singer Performer Noah Griffin noah@noahgriffin.com

"Nat Tonight, Dear!" Noah Griffin will perform April 11, 2008 Tribute to Nat King Cole SAN FRANCISCO, CA Tuesday 3/25/08 Nat Tonight Dear! A Tribute to NAT KING COLE performance by Noah Griffin will arrive in San Francisco on Friday April 11, 2008 8PM at the University Club, 800 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94108 Noah Griffin pays tribute to Nat King Cole, an unforgettable talent. Come with your loved ones, friends or just on your own to honor the wonderful love songs of the King. April 11, 2008 8PM.Nat King Cole was one of the earliest and most famous black cross-over artists who gained a huge national and international following with such popular songs as “Mona Lisa,” “When I Fall In Love”, “Unforgettable”, “Too Young” “Straighten Up and Fly Right”, and “Pretend”. Nat King Cole broke through major racial barriers in the entertainment industry as the first black American to have his own national radio show and the first black American to have his own television show. In 1946, Nat started doing a radio show every week. He would play for half an hour on Saturday afternoon, from whatever town he was doing concerts in. The radio show lasted for 4 years. Nat also appeared in quite a few movies. The best known of these is St Louis Blues in which he played the role of the jazz composer W.C. Handy. He was one of the first people to make records with Capitol Records. He eventually appeared in a film about himself called The Nat King Cole Story. He appeared in the Ed Sullivan Show and performed in Las Vegas. He sold over 50 million records. He passed away at a very young age in 1965. Noah Griffin, a highly-regarded Bay Area singer brings Nat King Cole alive with his popular tribute. Noah Griffin has been enchanting audiences since the age of 7 when he performed with the San Francisco Boy’s Chorus. His talent was appreciated by such greats Paul Robeson, Leantyde Price, Johnny Ray and Nat King Cole with whom he shared the stage. He performed with the Eugene Ormandy and the Philadelphia Philharmonic, Fisk University Choir and the famed Jubilee Singers, they performed Porgy and Bess with the Nashville Symphony where Noah had a solo. As a soloist Noah Griffin performed with Duke Ellington, Shirelles, Kings and he performed in Carmen, Boris Gudenov, Turandot and soloing in La Boheme with the San Francisco Cosmopolitan Opera Company. Noah Griffin was chosen to solo with Duke Ellington in his Boston debut of his "Sacred Concert". After graduating from Harvard Law School in Boston, Noah Griffin returned to the San Francisco Bay Area where he has lived ever since. While raising his children Noah Griffin had an illustrious career as a syndicated newspaper columnist, radio talk show host, singer and songwriter. He regularly performs in San Francisco, New York, Boston, London, Rome and Paris. Noah Griffin’ Tribute to Cole Porter took the world by storm and he regularly sells out at such classical venues like Birdland in NY. San Francisco audiences are privileged to be the first to enjoy Noah Griffin’s next classic performance of his “Tribute Series”. He will premiere his new “Nat Tonight Dear! Tribute to Nat King Cole” on April 11, 2008 at 8pm at the University Club, 800 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94108 For Directions Call: 415.781.0900. Eddie Fisher has called Noah Griffin a "great singer" and George Shearing "loves his work". Reserve your seats and buy your tickets now! Buy tickets by calling 415.384-0256 now. Admission is $40.00 per person. To learn more about Noah Griffin visit his website at: www.noahgriffin.com or write up in UC Jazz Newsletter For Press Information Manager/Bookings Meredith Griffin 415-272-0069 meredithgriffin@hotmail.com Media Relations Edie Okamoto 510-336-2636 public.relations@riovida.net Singer Performer Noah Griffin noah@noahgriffin.com

		Producer: Eddie L. Lankford Jr. 510-978-2477 Host: Frankye Kelly 510 562-9796 Artist: Rolando Morales - 510 531-4830 Media and Sponsor Contact: Edie Okamoto - 510 336-2636
"Jazz with Frankye" Frankye Kelly presents Rolando Morales Produced by Eddie L. Lankford Jr. San Francisco, CA - February 17, 2008 "Jazz with Frankye" a show that has been running for over 10 years can now be viewed online on Eddycam-TV as well as on Comcast Channels 28 and 29. Watch Eddycam-TV, "Jazz with Frankye" presents Rolando Morales Now Frankye Kelly, the world-renown Diva, interviews and performs with Rolando Morales on this month's "Jazz with Frankye" show. Frankye Kelly who recently performed her very popular SEPIA show at Yoshi's San Francisco took time between her heavy world wide touring schedule to interview the popular musicians' musician Rolando Morales. When famous musicians wish to be musically entertained they turn to Rolando Morales. He has played for the Jose Carrera of the Three Tenors, David Belove, Mark van Wageningen, Mike Madrigal, Carlos Compas, Miguel Govea, just to name a very few. Whenever famous musicians find the time to play for their personal pleasure they seek out Rolando Morales to create performances that leave audiences spell-bound. The intensity of the musicians' pleasure spreads to their audiences. Rolando and his friends create music that is truly passionate, beautiful and sweet. If you can find the time do yourself a favor and catch them live on Wednesday, 2/27/08 at 8:30PM on the new World Music Night at Biscuit & Blues. World Music Night each Wednesday and invited the full Rolando Morales Group to put on a World Class show. The band will feature the amazing bassist for Airto, Gary Brown; the Latin percussionist/vocalist from Venezuela, the fiery Omar Ledezma; the wonderful keyboardist from Spearhead, Bob Crawford; just back from his world tour with Lauryn Hill, David Flores on drums; the thrilling violinist from Paraguay, Carlos Reyes; and Rolando Morales leading the journey on guitar, guitar synthesizer and vocals. This is a rare opportunity to see the full band locally in concert. Rolando Morales Group will perform live on World Music Night Wednesday, February 27 ^th at 8PM Biscuits and Blues Visit Eddie Lankford Productions, and the Rolando Morales Group, and the Artist Highlight of Frankye Kelly in the UC Jazz Newsletter to learn more. ### Contact information Edie Okamoto: 510-336-2636 email: eokamoto@riovida.net Jazz Heritage Center • 1320 Fillmore Street • San Francisco, CA 94102 • 415- 255-7745 www.jazzheritagecenter.com

		Media Contact: Victoria Alexander - 760 492-4505 Executive Director: Peter Fitzsimmons - 415 255-7745
S.F. Jazz Heritage Center presents John Handy, Frank Jackson, and other “Living Legends of Fillmore Concert" Sunday, February 24^th at 2-5 PM West Bay Conference Center, 1290 Fillmore Street/Eddy, SF 94115 - FREE admission - Donations support non-profit S.F. Jazz Heritage Center’s developing programs- San Francisco, CA - January 30, 2008 Rebirth of the Cool! Jazz Heritage Center announces its first “Living Legends of Fillmore” concert. The Wells Fargo Bank is sponsoring the concert which will take place on Sunday, February 24, from 2PM and 5PM at the West Bay Conference Center 1290 Fillmore St. (Eddy), San Francisco, CA 94102 across the street from the Jazz Heritage Center and its Lush Life Gallery, open 3-5pm on the 24th. Slated to be “standing room only,” renowned performers include Frank Jackson (Piano & Vocals), John Handy (Sax), Denise Perrier (Vocals), Eddie Duran (Guitar), Al Obidinski (Bass), Allen Smith (Trumpet & Flugelhorn), and Akira Tana (Drums). Attendees can enjoy the view across the street at S.F.’s new Jazz Heritage Center, 1320 Fillmore Street where 10-foot revolving portrait photo panels trumpet jazz greats. Along with the rare “Living Legends” concert, the line-up includes Jazz Heritage Center’s first major donor Koret Foundation’s acknowledgments of the legendary performers’ contribution to the genre. Well-loved local media personality Noah Griffin kicks off the celebration introducing performances by the Village Project Kids as they sing “Lift Every Voice” and Handful Players as they unveil a scene from award-winning Marcus Gardley’s original new play "The Fillmore Five: A Jazz Musical Rhapsody." The Jazz Heritage Center has been developed to rediscover, identify, and celebrate San Francisco’s contribution to the history of Jazz. Located at 1320 Fillmore, on the corner of Fillmore and Eddy Streets, the JHC is based in the hub of the historic Jazz Preservation District. This location is the first permanent exhibition space to showcase the history of San Francisco’s origins of jazz as well as the national contributions to the evolution of jazz. JHC’s goal is to showcase San Francisco’s important place in the history of jazz through interactive and traditional exhibitions, live presentations and jazz themed art as featured in the Lush Life Gallery. www.jazzheritagecenter.org ### Contact information Media: Victoria Alexander: 760-492-4505 email: valexandra1@gmail.com Marketing: Laura Wegner: 415-794-1940 email: Laura@lilycreativegroup.com Sponsored Programs: Edie Okamoto: 510-336-2636 email: eokamoto@riovida.net Events: Jewell Sparks - 415-568-5700 email:events@jazzheritagecenter.org Jewell Sparks Jazz Heritage Center • 1320 Fillmore Street • San Francisco, CA 94102 • 415- 255-7745 www.jazzheritagecenter.com

		Media Inquires: Edie Okamoto 510-336-2636 eokamoto@riovida.net Client Contact: Frankye Kelly at frankye@frankyekelly.com-HERE For more information and tickets please visit YOSHIS.COM or call 415-665-5600
You're invited to a VALENTINES DAY CELEBRATION The New YOSHI'S San Francisco Featuring SEPIA: FAYE CAROL DENISE PERRIER FRANKYE KELLY LADY MEM'FIS Monday February 11, 2008 8PM & 10PM This event features Tammy Hall : Piano John Wiitala : Bass Marlon Green : Drums Bobby Tynes : Saxaphone Four of the world's finest vocalist come together to share an evening of music that celebrates the Black Diaspora. SEPIA makes it's Yoshi's San Francisco debut Monday February 11, 2008. Advance tickets are recommended For more information and tickets please visit YOSHIS.COM or call 415-665-5600 YOSHI'S is located in the Fillmore Jazz Heritage Center 1330 Fillmore Street at Ellis in San Francisco,CA 94115

“Please join the UC Jazz Club to assist with the Emergency Fundraising Effort for the UC Jazz Ensembles at UC Berkeley”

Rectangular Callout: 'UC Jazz on the UC Berkeley campus is vital. I would have never chosen to attend UC Berkeley if UC Jazz did not exist. Our organization is the only jazz outlet on campus for students like me who necessitate a jazz community in conjunction with their studies. -- Amy Shen

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: UC Jazz Ensemble recently lost significant funding due to changes in management among one of its major sponsors. US Jazz Ensemble is looking to immediately replace $25,000 to ensure the continuation of its current programs and to maintain current staff levels. We encourage everyone who loves music to support this student organization. Learn more about this impressive and accomplished UC Berkeley faculty by visiting http://ucjazz.berkeley.edu/ensembles/.

Rectangular Callout: 'What many people don't realize about UC Jazz is our unique ability to bring students together. Music-making is a powerful tool to unite people, and our musicians become good friends in very short order. It's wonderful to have a place to come and make music with your friends. Before long, UC Jazz starts to feel like home.' - Nicole Kenley

UC Jazz Ensembles is dedicated to the performance, study, and promotion of jazz at UC Berkeley. UC Jazz is one of three groups, including the Cal Band and UC Choral Ensembles that comprise Student Musical Activities (SMA), a department within Cal Performances. Started in 1966, UC Jazz became an official student organization in 1971. UC Jazz consists of seven small combos and one big band. The small combos range in experience from beginning to advanced, and includes a vocal ensemble. In the past, groups from UC Jazz have given free performances and clinics, bringing live music to public schools in the Bay Area. During the school year, some of the students perform once per months at number of different venues in the Bay Area. We will announce the play dates starting the fall at www.riovida.net.

Rectangular Callout: 'UC Jazz was the one place where I had found a community at Cal that I felt I completely fit in. And so, ironically because I was going to transfer to a music school, it was UC Jazz that convinced me to stay at Berkeley. I stayed at Cal because of UC Jazz, and thanks to the friends, experiences, and music here, I have never regretted the decision a single bit.' -- Stephanie Shih

The Director of UC Jazz is Ted Moore. Since graduating from the Eastman School of Music, Ted has pursued a career which has taken him to many parts of the world with many different artists. He has performed with Stan Getz, Paul Winter, Marian McPartland, Eric Gale, Jack Wilkins, Gene Bertoncini, and Joey DeFrancesco. He has played in Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, the Cathedral of St. John in New York, Grace Cathedral in San Francisco and Suntory Hall in Tokyo. UC Jazz also has a staff of six instructors who direct the ensembles, run clinics and master classes, and help shape the musical identity of the program.

For the year, UC Jazz Ensemble wishes to raise an additional $300,000 to help in remodeling the UC Jazz studios. The newly formed UC Jazz Club will be comprised of donors and volunteers who have an avid interest in supporting and enjoying this growing program. Several opportunities will be offered to expand and upgrade the program and its educational offerings. The current resources of UC Jazz include studios and equipment, practice areas, a jazz library and recordings of live performances by its members. The goal is to uphold and improve this student organization on the UC Berkeley campus which has enchanted the Bay Area and often the world since 1966.

Please contact Ted Moore at 510-642-5073 or tmoore@ucjazz.berkeley.edu to learn about the program. UC Jazz Club members will receive a discount for the regular student performances, receive the upcoming, newly produced CDs, and get discounts of the UC Jazz Ensembles faculty fund-raising performances.

Please make out your emergency donation checks and become a UC Jazz Club member to UC Regents and sent to the address below:

California–based cross-media interactive Company, RioVida Networks, and the Friends of the Mustang Rally, have come together to promote the Mustang Rally, an international effort to raise awareness of the need to save the wild Mustangs.

Edie Okamoto, President and CEO of RioVida Networks, says the Mustang Rally was created to host a fun and exciting community effort to save the Mustang. The Mustang Rally will supply help to non-profit organizations and Mustang sanctuaries, which provide a natural environment for those animals that can be saved from human irresponsibility.

We have produced a fashion collection for the Mustang enthusiast both male and female. RioVida Networks will donate 10% of all sales to this effort and invites all of you to become part of the Mustang Rally.

According to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), a little more than 32,000 Mustangs are still roaming free on public land. Since more and more public land is being sold, the space for the Mustangs is getting smaller. Selling off a living part of American history is not right. Learn more about the current situation of the wild Mustang: Take action. Save the Wild Mustangs - Join the Mustang Rally.

In order to accommodate schedules of the many enthusiasts interested in this special learning holiday, Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling has added a second trip to Tuscany from June 18th until June 28th. Please note we have added some rooms and are now able to accommodate more three-week visitors as well.

Escape to Tuscany, Italy, at the Villa di Campriano, a notable working wine and olive producing estate, full of history, near Siena and Florence for an entertaining learning holiday. “Reading Boccaccio’s masterpiece, Decameron, will be enriched by the Tuscan setting where many aspects of medieval city and country life, both secular and religious, are still present,” stated Michaela (Micha) Grudin, professor emerita of English, medieval scholar, and director of the Decameron Tuscany Program. Weekday mornings will be spent at the Villa di Campriano reading and discussing the Decameron, while afternoon activities include conversational Italian, cooking lessons with the talented Italian Chef Luigi Ricci, and touring local sites.

Breakaway trips to the marvelous medieval towns of Siena, San Gimignano, Arezzo, Pienza, Montepulciano, Certaldo, and Florence, and other locales pertinent to Boccaccio’s Decameron will bring alive the activities and times of the townspeople of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. This Decameron seminar group will have many opportunities to view the extensive collections of extraordinary art throughout Tuscany, explore the world-renowned museums, enjoy conversation at cafés in settings reminiscent of Boccaccio’s afternoons with other early Renaissance humanists, stroll through the interesting shops, and leisurely amble the famous plazas and celebrated fountains of these ancient towns.

Decameron is a story staged around 1350 during the beginning of the Renaissance, known as the birth of the Modern Era. A group of young Florentines spend the summer in the Tuscan country side – just as our group will do. There they spend leisurely days entertaining each other with flirtatious stories, getting to know each other better while lounging under the hot Tuscan sun, devoting themselves to fine wine, great food and each other’s entertaining company. They go for walks, picnics, they swim in the local lakes and enjoying each other’s teasing and wittiness. The often amusing stories in the Decameron are very descriptive in a way that breathes life into these historic medieval neighborhoods.

Our Decameron travelers will enjoy a similar holiday also devoting themselves to great Italian food and wine, good company, the amusing and exciting stories of the Decameron, and excursions to many of the actual places described in the book. The group will enjoy Etruscan frescos, enjoyable strolls on the plazas, and visits to the many historical sites in the company of other intelligent and fun-loving adults. “These excursions will serve to illustrate the remarkable energy of early Italian humanism in every sphere of life, including town planning, governance, and architectural and especially artistic achievement,” said Grudin. The pricing ranges from $2500 to $6,000.

This immersion travel & literature holiday is hosted by the Lewis & Clark College’s Graduate School of Education in conjunction with the Siena Italian Studies Program; and guided by Micha Grudin, Ph.D., and Italian friend Lavinia Bracci. Brochures and registration materials are available online: http://www.riovida.net/channels/travel/tuscany2006/

			December 21, 2007
	"We thank you for your support! "
	From left to right: Ted Moore, Musical Director of UC Jazz Ensembles, Ranie Smith, Executive Director of UC Jazz Club, and Brad Brennan, Director of Student Musical Activities at UC Berkeley
	Performance of UC Jazz Ensembles "An evening at Yoshi's" Click to enjoy the show and then Please make a secure online donation using your credit card at: Support the UC Jazz Ensembles with your gift now https://egiving.berkeley.edu/urelgift/jazz.html Artist Highlight - UC Jazz Ensembles by Ranie Smith " The UC Jazz Club wishes to thank all its members and the community at large for your continued support. " "An Evening at Yoshi's " On November 12, 2007 the UC Jazz Ensembles performed their First Annual Fundraising Concert. The performance was stellar. Ted Moore, the Musical Director, Brad Brennan, Associate Director of Student Musical Activities together the Carol Suveda, Head of the Fundraising committee were pleased with the community response. It was clear that the community was greatly pleased with the students performance. The fundraiser could not have been as successful without the strong support of Linda Marquardt, mother of Megan Marquardt. Megan dazzled audiences with her stellar performance. Members of the audience who had not experienced a UC Jazz Ensembles show expressed their astonishment. They applauded the performances, the flawless timing and the amazing solo performances, and the creative interplay between the instruments. Enjoy the performance! Eddie Lankford Productions filmed a large part of it for your enjoyment. We hope that you will agree with the UC Jazz Club members that this is a worthwhile music program that provides these committed and talented students a chance to deepen their talent. Full Article Learn how your company may benefit by joining our growing community! Event and Sponsorship Information or contact Edie Okamoto at eokamoto@riovida.net. Donations please contact Carol Suveda carols@sma.berkeley.edu For more information about UC Jazz Ensembles please contact Ted Moore tmoore@sma.berkeley.edu Sign-up or stop UC Jazz Newsletter subscription by contacting us at info@riovida.net

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LEGALLY BLYND LIVE AT ARROYO PARK THIS SUNDAY

Lloyd Gregory is enchanting audiences again with his full rich sound at Biscuits and Blues

Lloyd Gregory and Band will appear at Biscuits and Blues 9/14/08, 8PM and 10PM

Lloyd Gregory and his band

will be performing at
America’s Nr. 1 Blues Club

Biscuits & Blues
San Francisco
Sunday September 14, 8PM and 10PM
$12 per ticket

Stanley Jordan performs at Yoshi's
Monday July 7, Tuesday July 8th and Wednesday July 9th

Stanley Jordan shares the magical music of his latest CD "State of Nature" at Yoshi's in Oakland this week.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2008 Cruise Kaboom - Ultimate Front Row Seats with Carlos Godinez **aboard the luxurious 100’California Spirit motor yacht Saturday, May 10, 2008 7:00pm – 10:30pm**

Mitch Stein and the All Star Band
performs
Martin Fierro Tribute
Cafe Du Nord on Tuesday, May 6, 2008

For Immediate Release 4/19/2008 MItch Stein and the All Star Band will perform at Cafe du Nord, May 6, 2008

Mitch Stein writes: Greetings, all. It is with a heavy heart that I must inform those of you who've not yet heard that the one and only Martin Fierro recently left his physical being behind in order to pursue "That Great Jam Session In The Sky."

Mitch Stein & His All-Star Band

Presents

A Tribute To Martin Fierro

Mitch Stein - Keys
The Incredible Mz. Dee - Vocals
Bob Coons (Melvin Seals, JGB) - Guitar
Ben Bernstein (New Monsoon) - Bass
Bobby Strickland (Todd Rundgren, Phil Lesh & Friends, Missing Man Formation) - Sax
Billy Johnson (Santana) - Drums

FCS' 2nd Annual Spring Arts Fest at the Museum of the African Diaspora Thursday, April 24th 7 pm MoAD, 685 Mission Street, San Francisco

For Press Information
Development Director Brian Johns 415-567-2357 #105 bjohns@fcs-sf.org
Media Relations Edie Okamoto 510-336-2636 eokamoto@riovida.net

For Press Information

Manager/Bookings   Meredith Griffin 415-272-0069
Media Relations        Edie Okamoto    510-336-2636
Singer Performer     Noah Griffin   noah@noahgriffin.com

"Nat Tonight, Dear!"
Noah Griffin will perform April 11, 2008
Tribute to Nat King Cole

SAN FRANCISCO, CA Tuesday 3/25/08 Nat Tonight Dear! A Tribute to NAT KING COLE performance by Noah Griffin will arrive in San Francisco on Friday April 11, 2008 8PM at the University Club, 800 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94108

"Jazz with Frankye"
Frankye Kelly presents Rolando Morales
Produced by Eddie L. Lankford Jr.

S.F. Jazz Heritage Center presents John Handy, Frank Jackson, and other
“Living Legends of Fillmore Concert"

You're invited to a

VALENTINES DAY CELEBRATION

The New YOSHI'S San Francisco

Featuring

SEPIA:

FAYE CAROL
DENISE PERRIER
FRANKYE KELLY
LADY MEM'FIS

Monday February 11, 2008 8PM & 10PM

For more information and tickets please visit YOSHIS.COM
or call 415-665-5600

YOSHI'S is located in the
Fillmore Jazz Heritage Center
1330 Fillmore Street at Ellis in San Francisco,CA 94115

Call to Action: Crisis in Kenya

Special Announcement

"We thank you for your support! "

Performance of UC Jazz Ensembles

"An evening at Yoshi's"

Artist Highlight - UC Jazz Ensembles by Ranie Smith "

For Immediate Release	March 28, 2005

LEGALLY BLYND LIVE AT ARROYO PARK THIS SUNDAY

Lloyd Gregory is enchanting audiences again with his full rich sound at Biscuits and Blues

Lloyd Gregory and Band will appear at Biscuits and Blues 9/14/08, 8PM and 10PM

Lloyd Gregory and his band

will be performing at America’s Nr. 1 Blues Club

Biscuits & Blues San Francisco Sunday September 14, 8PM and 10PM $12 per ticket

Stanley Jordan performs at Yoshi's Monday July 7, Tuesday July 8th and Wednesday July 9th