2010
July
23, 24 & 25
Band Lineup for 2010
Subject to change.
Celebration Jazz Band
Ft. Collins, Colorado
Colorado legend Bob Cooke heads this group of all-stars that helped inspire the Festival's beginning, and they have understandably become a mainstay of the Festival lineup. It's not often you get to hear world-class musicians in an intimate jam session, which is why audiences love them—a rare opportunity you don't want to miss!
Carl Sonny Leyland Trio
Southern California
This Festival favorite group led by piano great Carl Sonny Leyland includes veteran jazz drummer Hal Smith and the versatile Marty Eggers on bass. Their swingin' Kansas City jazz, boogie woogie and blues vocals are guaranteed to be a big hit again this year.
Carl Sonny Leyland Website
James Dapogny's Chicago Jazz Band
Ann Arbor, Michigan
This polished and vibrant group, known for its extensive repertoire and noteworthy Dapogny arrangements, lists among its many credits appearances at Carnegie Hall, the Smithsonian and on A Prairie Home Companion radio show. They play very few festivals, but Evergreen has won a place in their hearts and on their calendars.
James Dapogny's Chicago Jazz Band Website
Festival Feetwarmers with Anita Thomas
International
Last year’s festival audiences couldn’t get enough of this all-star group and its renowned leader, Australia native Anita Thomas. Her sensational reeds, memorable vocals and sparkling personality have made her one of the true stars in today’s jazz world. Add New Orleans piano legend John Royen, delightful Katie Cavera on guitar and vocals, and swingin’ Mike Earls on bass, and you have a very special group with a very special sound. Check it out!
Hot Tomatoes Dance Orchestra
Denver
One of the best swing bands anywhere, the Hot Tomatoes have been a smash hit at past Festivals. Dancers and toe-tappers alike can't get enough of their authentic re-creations of Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Harry James and other greats of the Swing Era.
Hot Tomatoes Website
Gypsy Swing Revue
Denver
Close your eyes and picture a smoky Paris jazz club in the late 30s. On stage are two of the most influential musicians of the day, Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli, delivering their distinctive violin/guitar gypsy jazz sound. Now open your eyes and find yourself in one of the Festival’s intimate venues. That same great sound is being provided by the Gypsy Swing Revue, one of the hottest groups in the Denver area, back by popular demand. Django and Stephane would have to say “C’est bon!”
Gypsy Swing Revue Website
Joni Janak and Centerpiece Jazz
with special guest Rich Chiaraluce
Denver
Outstanding guitarist Ed Stephen, bassist Colin Gieg and drummer Ron Moewes provide both swinging and sultry accompaniment for the timeless vocals of Rocky Mountain favorite Joni Janak. When they get together in three-part harmony, something special happens. Add sax great Rich Chiaraluce, and special becomes spectacular.
Centerpiece Jazz Website
Independence Hall Jazz Band
Philadelphia
This great organization was started in Philadelphia in 1996, but as leader Doug Finke now puts it,“The band’s from Philadelphia, but we’re all from someplace else!” Regardless of geography, once you hear their distinctive New Orleans sound, you’ll understand why the band enjoys the highest levels of popularity all across the country. They first appeared in the Evergreen Festival in 2006, and it’s a pleasure to welcome them back.
After Midnight Jazz Band
Denver
If Swing is your thing, this is your band. Led by clarinet great Roger Campbell and featuring the fabulous Rick Weingarten on vibes, they re-create the sound of the Benny Goodman Sextet right down to the last toe-tap. Their repertoire also includes many other big names from the Swing Era, and if previous Festival appearances are any indication, they’ll have the house jumpin’ every set.
After Midnight Jazz Band Website
International Sextet
International
Introduced at last year's Festival, this unique group springs from the creativity of drummer Hal Smith and features veteran jazz musicians from other groups at the Festival — Carl Sonny Leyland on piano, Katy Cavera on guitar, Clint Baker on bass, Anita Thomas and Kim Cusack on reeds. Oooh, are they special!
Queen City Jazz Band
Denver
Now in its sixth decade of crowd-pleasing performances across the U.S. and Europe, the Queen City Jazz Band is always a big hit at the Evergreen Jazz Festival. Renowned vocalist Wende Harston once again joins the band on every set, including the Sunday morning gospel service — an experience that is not to be missed!
Queen City Jazz Band Website
John Royen Quartet
New Orleans
John Royen is truly one of the biggest stars in traditional jazz today, and he has assembled three other equally talented musicians especially for the Evergreen Jazz Festival. With Jim Snyder on clarinet, Mike Earls on bass and Charlie Fardella on trumpet, their sets are sure to be among the Festival’s most memorable highlights.
Deejha Marie
San Diego
One of the top talents on the San Diego jazz scene, this distinctive vocalist's versatility allows her to perform well with a variety of bands — and that's exactly what she'll be doing throughout the Festival. She has pleased audiences on both sides of the Atlantic, and as she joins in with such Festival bands as After Midnight, Celebration and Gypsy Swing Revue, it's certain that she'll provide many of the weekend's lasting memories. Check the schedule and don't miss her!
www.DeejhaMarie.com
Marty Eggers' Ragtime Quartet
Berkeley,CA - Denver
This extremely talented ensemble presents a rich and varied exploration of one of the earliest forms of jazz. They also offer an example of the versatility of Festival musicians, as Eggers moves from upright bass with the Carl Sonny Leyland Trio to take the lead on piano. Also of interest, drummer Barbara Tichenor is the daughter of legendary ragtime historian and St. Louis Ragtimers pianist Trebor Tichenor, who appeared at the very first Festival.
Colorado
In keeping with the Festival's mission to encourage and promote jazz with young musicians, it is a pleasure to welcome back The Jazz Cookers. The group is made up of current and former students of Arapahoe High School in Centennial, Colorado, now dispersed across several college campuses as well as the high school. The band has no sponsor or school affiliation and maintains itself strictly through determination and love of the music. Enjoy!
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