****Put this date in your book: 2/27 - that's when my trio, with Olaf and Dan, is playing again at Yamamori's. Here's a big-time gig: In March from 3/3, 3/5 -3/7, I'm playing at the Monterey Jazz Bash with Jaxon Stock's band, "Taking Stock" and also the wonderful Clicktrax Jazz Orchestra on 3/4. Also on 3/26, I'm teaching a clinic at the Santa Cruz Jazz Festival. I'm playing for the fine folks at OakTree Villa on 3/13 & 4/10. Every Sunday, I play for the beautiful Service at Westhope Presbyterian in Saratoga. And, every Sunday - join us at the Santa Cruz Jazz Society's great Jam Session at Bocci's (not there 2/7 & 2/14)!
TAKING STOCK WITH JACKSON STOCK I am very fortunate to be playing with "Taking Stock" a great Dixieland/Swing band at the Monterey Jazz Bash from March 3, 5 - 7. We will be playing 10 shows during this time. The band features some of Monterey's finest musicians and Jackson's superb charts. The musicians are: Jackson on tromone and tuba; Billy Jones, drums, Gary Meek, saxes, Steve Uccello, bass and Corey Gemme, trumpet (from LA - not in photo).
Jackson Stock grew up in Monterey, California, in a musical family where both parents were accomplished musicians. At an early age he was an integral part of the family group, the Abalone Stompers that went on to develop quite a local reputation. Jackson is well-known for his great music arrangements. This band is happening!
SCOTT JOPLIN'S SOLACE BY MARTAN MANN Here's a recording of me playing Solace by Scott Joplin. I learned it to play a special feature at the Monterey Jazz Bash. I also will be playing "Kitten on the Keys" by Zez Confrey and some special boogie woogie. (Turn off the audio at the top of this page to hear this recording).
RECORDING AND REHEARSAL FOR VOCALISTS
I want to remind vocalists that I can provide rehearsal and recording services. I have a beautiful Yamaha C7 and excellent recording equipment. It's quick and easy to record a demo or complete CD. CD artwork is also available.
Call me at (831) 338-4986 for more information.
I love to back vocalists!
YAMAMORI'S HAS JAZZ EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT . . .
A good restaurant to support: Yamamori Sushi Boat & Grill in Scotts Valley . Yamamori's simply is my favorite Japanese restaurant. Come and visit the Martan Mann Trio w/Olaf Schippiacasse on drums and Dan Robbins on bass on Saturday, Feb. 27 from 6 - 9 pm. Mark this date on your calendar.
Yamamori's features live music on Saturdays from 6 - 9 pm. Yamamori's is located at 5600 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. Call (831) 438-9262 for reservations.
SUPPORT D'VINE JAZZ & WINE
A club which definitely deserves and needs your support is D'Vine Jazz & Wine in Morgan Hill. Week after week owner (and jazz trombonist) Ricardo Rivera brings jazz fans the best of Bay Area and South Bay Area's jazz musicians. Also, check out the weekly Sunday Jam Session.
775 Cochrane Rd.,Morgan Hill, CA 95037, (408) 779-7755 www.dvinejazzandwine.com
CONCERTS & GIGS
I want to personally invite you to join me and my friends at the following concerts and gigs . . . love to see you there. - Martan
Sundays 3:30 - 7:30 pm (every Sunday) Santa Cruz Jazz Society weekly jam session. This is a great opportunity to "hone your chops", hang with lots of musicians . . . play, listen and dance (not there 3/7). Bocci's Cellar, Santa Cruz
****Feb 27, Saturday, 6 - 9 pm
This is a great opportunity to hear the Martan Mann Trio w/Olaf Schippiacasse on drums and Dan Robbins on bass and enjoy the best Japanese Cuisine in the Santa Cruz area. Yamamori Sushi Boat & Grill , 5600 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley
****Mar 3, 5, 6, 7, Wednesday, Friday - Sunday, various times I am very fortunate to be playing with "Taking Stock" a great Dixieland band at the Monterey Jazz Bash from March 5 - 7. We will be playing 10 shows during this time. The band features some of Monterey's finest musicians. Portola Hotel,2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940 (831) 649-4511
Mar 13, Apr 10 Saturday 3:30 - 4:30 pm
I am playing solo piano for the wonderful people at OakTree Villa in Scotts Valley. Oak Tree Villa, Scotts Valley
Ongoing Fun Gigs:
Fridays 9 - 12 am (The first Friday of the month) w/Wally's Cocktail Combo at Severino's. This is definitely THE scene. Be there! Severino's, Aptos
(Nearly) Every Sunday 3:30 - 7:30 pm
I am the house pianist at the Santa Cruz Jazz Society’s weekly Sunday Jam Session at Bocci's Cellar in Santa Cruz. The atmosphere is delightful for listening, dancing and sitting-in.
Mondays from 7:10 - 9:10 pm
I accompanyWally Trindade’s jazz vocal class at Cabrillo College . Join the class for lots of fun and excellent training in jazz singing. (Enroll in the New Spring Class).
SANTA CRUZ JAZZ SOCIETY NEWS
As many of you know, I am a member of the SCJS Board of Directors and also the House Band for the SCJS weekly jam sessions at Bocci's Cellar in Santa Cruz every Sunday from 4 - 8 pm. We want to invite jazz players and vocalists to join us and sit-in. There's a large dance floor, too. Check out the SCJS Website for much more information about activities, tee shirts, CDs, members and supporting the organization.
The Jazz Society of Santa Cruz County has made their archives accessible to the public. The archives are comprised of DVDs, CDs and documentaries of notable jazz musicians in Santa Cruz County. Information about the Jazz Society Archives can be found on the SCJS Website. The Jazz Society Archives can also be found at Cabrillo College Library, The UCSC Library and at The Capitola History Museum.
TEACHING AND LECTURES
I am currently teaching jazz, classical and improvisation piano lessons at my home in Boulder Creek, CA and also at the West Valley Music Store in Mt. View. I teach piano lessons in jazz and classical to students of all ages.. If you want lessons in Boulder Creek or Mt. View, contact me by e-mail at martan@musicmann.com or by phone at (831) 338-4986.
Lectures, Clinics and Group Classes on the subject of "Jazz Improvisation for the Classical Pianist" are also available.
My books can be ordered off my website, www.musicmann.com and also Lulu.com. My CDs are available on my website and also CD Baby. You can check out some videos at YouTube.
PROJECTS There are several new projects in the works. I am working on a new website on jazz improvisation entitled: "JazzSkills for Piano - Getting from here to there". Also, am writing new music for my jazz trio. We are prepared and happy to play new performances for your concert or event. Currently, Contact me at martan@musicmann.com.
STEINWAY SOCIETY NEWS
Kevin Kenner
Saturday, March 20, 2010 - 7:30pm
Le Petit Trianon Theatre
1990 winner of the International Chopin Competition
Bronze Medal International Tchaikovsky Competition
At the age of 17, American pianist Kevin Kenner participated in the International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw and was awarded the 10th prize and a special prize from the jury for his promising talent. Ten years later, in 1990 he returned to Warsaw to win the top prize, the People's Prize and the Polonaise Prize. Earlier that year he won the bronze medal at the International Tchaikovsky Piano Competition in Moscow, together with a special prize for his interpretation of Russian music. He is the only American to to medaled in both competitions. Other awards of this Steinway Artist include the International Terence Judd Award (London, 1990), the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition (Fort Worth, 1989) and the Gina Bachauer International Competition (Salt Lake City, 1988).
I am honored to be a member of the Advisory Board for the Steinway Society - The Bay Area.
THE DISTINGUISHED ARTISTS CONCERT & LECTURE SERIES
Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 8 PM
Sunday, February 28, 2010 at 2 PM
Pre-concert lectures begin one hour prior
Location: Cabrillo College Music Recital Hall, VAPA 5001
Ticket Sales:
Ticket Prices from $30 to $45
Tickets may be purchased online at TicketGuys.com 831-656-9507
with The San Francisco Sinfonietta Orchestra
Under the direction of Maestro Urs Leonhardt Steiner
Featuring Lecturer Donald Adkins
Violinist Laura Albers
Pianist John Orlando
Soprano Michele Rivard
Bass Baritone Kittinant Chinsamran
A selection of symphonies, concertos, overtures and arias in two distinctly different programs celebrating the music of the Great Austrian Composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the Age of Enlightenment.
Program I, February 27. 2010 includes
Overture to Don Giovanni, the Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in D Minor, K.466, popular Opera arias, and the Prague Symphony
Program II, February 28, 2010 includes
Rondo for Piano and Orchestra in D Major, the Prague Symphony, popular arias and duets and Violin Concerto, No. 4
For more information, contact John Orlando at joorland@gmail.comand visit their website: http://www.distinguishedartists.org/.
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I am very fortunate to be playing with "Taking Stock" a great Dixieland/Swing band at the 
A good restaurant to support: 
A club which definitely deserves and needs your support is D'Vine Jazz & Wine in Morgan Hill. Week after week owner (and jazz trombonist) Ricardo Rivera brings jazz fans the best of Bay Area and South Bay Area's jazz musicians. Also, check out the weekly Sunday Jam Session.
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