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Yoni Kretzmer - tenor saxophone / Shanir Blumenkranz - bass / Randy Peterson - drums To continue safely serving our community of artists and audience members, Arts for Art is filming and releasing new performances on Tuesdays and Thursdays in January, February, and March. A pay-what-you-can donation is required to view each video. All donations will go towards AFA’s Artists & Friends Campaign. About Yoni Kretzmer: Born and raised in Jerusalem, Kretzmer relocated to Brooklyn (via Tel Aviv) in 2010. Yoni leads many groups including trios, quartets, quintets and a chamber sextet alongside writing for larger groups. Kretzmer has also ran a bunch of north-Brooklyn music series curating over 100 shows. Yoni attended the American School of Modern Music in Paris, France. He has releases 14 albums under his own name and co-released a bunch more. "In the past few years Israeli jazz has advanced in leaps and bounds, but nothing prepared the ear for this fantastic album. Yoni Kretzmer is a young musician, and passion and daring virtually burst out of his saxophone. Although, together with that, Kretzmer has maturity, depth and the experience of a veteran jazz musician. He is an outstanding composer, a wonderful melodist, an amazingly accurate player and together with the fine group that he assembled for the album he has created an inspired meeting between written and improvised music and jazz and contemporary music." Ben Shalev - Ha`aretz, September 2009 “In my humble opinion, Kretzmer is one of the finest contemporary saxophonists of the genre. He knows how to create wonderful melodies and licks that are surrounded by, what seems to be, a controlled chaos. Which allows breathing room for each player to have their moment under the sun.” - Matthew Ditullo – This Shape of Jazz to Come, August 2012

Parisian Cabaret Revival features Margot Sergent, an acclaimed parisian born cabaret singer, actress, and harpist who sang her way up from Parisian clubs to prestigious venues such as Olympia, almost mirroring the career path of Edith Piaf. So French Cabaret is a trad jazz ensemble featuring the voice of Margot Sergent soaring over her lyrical harp. Accompanied by upright bass and guitar, Margot croons timeless classics. She embodies the longtime exchange between France and America, Paris and New York, evoking a midcentury spirit. Her golden harp adds that “je ne sais quoi” to their irresistible hot jazz groove. Experience the romance and excitement of the prohibition era as you lapse into french reverie. On the encouragement of mentors, she then attended the prestigious Berklee College of Music to nourish her passion for jazz, and was trained by renowned masters Ed Tomassi and Maggie Scott (former mentors of Diana Krall and Esperanza Spalding). Making a splash in New York City, Margot Sergent will take you by storm with her infectious passion and dedication to French chansons and torch ballads in the unforgettable French legacy of Parisian Cabaret storytelling. Her voice enriched with emotion, Margot distills the essence of each lyric, weaving together a greater narrative. Margot is, without a doubt, the preeminent ambassador of Piaf’s legacy at this time. This enchanting show is not one to be missed. Allow yourself to be transported in time to the sonic worlds of “La Vie en Rose”, “Non, je ne regrette rien”, “l’Hymne à l’Amour” and other jewel songs that revolutionized the cabaret-genre and made Piaf, Trenet, Aznavour some of the greatest singer-storytellers of all time. “Her lyrical voice, with a native French accent, is perfect for a set of French and American chanson from the 1930s and 1940s,.. depicting the highly emotional lyrics of heartbreak and tragedy.” -InfocusVisions Music Magazine- “Margot’s live performances convey a physical delight in playing music as well as an artist’s sensitivity to the complicated harmonies and rhythms of jazz; her harp is a perfect instrument, attached to a musician of superb instincts, capable of expressing profound human experiences, with a wholly original voice. Margot’s technique and interpretative skills are at the pinnacle of the musical industry; what she does is pure poetry. No doubt she is one of the most captivating artists of her generation.” -Archie Sheep, legendary jazz saxophonist.

Louise Rose is a living Canadian treasure. She studied classical voice in Pennsylvania with John Duddy and Todd Duncan; pipe organ with Catharine Brooke Morgan; piano with Oscar Peterson; conducting with Leonard Bernstein and arranging with Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington. Some of her independent studies have been with Carmen McRae, Ella Fitzgerald and B.B. King. She has served as artist/mentor in residence at Southern University in Baton Rouge, LA and at The Frank DeMiero and Soundsation Vocal Jazz Camps. Louise is a sought after vocal jazz ensemble clinician who has played and sung with symphony orchestras in Canada and the United States, appeared in night clubs, operas, theatrical productions, touring shows and on cruise ships all over the world. She served as host of Vision Televisions long-time national show "Let's Sing Again". Audiences are captivated by the wealth of experience, grace and charisma she brings to the stage. Rose will perform solo jazz piano and vocals in this special night. Limited tickets available for in-house seats, livestream available to watch by donation.

Flat 9 Entertainment presents the Phoenix Amplified Jazz Experience featuring Gail Jhonson/Jazz in Pink and Saxophonist/Flutist Paula Atherton. This will an exciting night of contemporary and smooth jazz music featuring two chart-topping artists. Gail and Paula have performed nationally and internationally over the years on various jazz festivals and concert tours. This will be an amazing night of music performed by two influential women in Jazz! Gail Jhonson...piano, vocals, music director, composer, educator, and author... What an extensive journey this lady has traversed thus far in her career in the music industry! Hailing from Philadelphia, PA, Gail is a Berklee College of Music alumni and in 2020, she received a master's degree from Southern New Hampshire University in conjunction with Berklee College of Music, in Music Business. Her national break in the industry stemmed from her landing her first major gig with Morris Day of The Time. She relocated to Los Angeles, where she also taught for many years at Hollywood's famed Musicians Institute. As a musician, she has worked with some of the top artists in the business, like Brenda Russell, Jermaine Jackson, Pink, Norman Brown, Patti Austin, Jeff Lorber, Bobby Womack, and Jonathan Butler. And this is just the shortlist! Saxophonist, flutist Paula Atherton has enjoyed a long and varied career in contemporary and mainstream jazz. Her acumen on her instruments are poised and adept. Her full-length album Can You Feel It has already begun to garner real accolades with her single also titled "Can You Feel It," landing a #1 hit, three weeks in a row on Billboard. What is even more cementing about this accolade is she also landed #1 slots on Mediabase and #1 on the Smooth Jazz Network. New York-based sax player/vocalist and songwriter Paula Atherton has shared the stage with such contemporary jazz notables as The Rippingtons, Nick Colionne, Chuck Loeb, Cindy Bradley, Brian Simpson, Althea Renee, Four80East, David Sanborn, Bob James, Marc Antoine, Hiroshima, Gerald Albright, and Chieli Minucci. Paula has also worked in the traditional jazz field; one of the notable performances being a week-long engagement at the Blue Note NYC with pianist and jazz legend, Hank Jones. . Paula also performed with Grammy award-winning singer Dee Dee Bridgewater at the Annenberg Theater, for the Palm Springs Women's Jazz Festival.

Join Earl McIntyre & Tribute as they create musical portraits of influential figures throughout African American history such as evangelist Father Divine, baseball pitcher Satchel Paige, political activist Marcus Garvey, abolitionist Sojourner Truth, singer-songwriter Otis Redding, tuba virtuoso Howard Johnson, singer-songwriter-pianist Otis Blackwell and more. Come hear an exclusive preview of Earl McIntyre's new compositions as well as favorites such as "Sketches for Dunbar” and other selections from his previous release Brass Carnival and Tribute. Earl McIntyre & Tribute Earl McIntyre -Composer, Bass Trombone, Tuba Renee Manning - Vocals Jim Seeley- Trumpet, Flugelhorn Alejandro Aviles- Reeds Patience Higgins- Reeds Ron Jackson- Guitar, Banjo Jerome Harris- Bass, Banjo Carlos "Carly" Maldonado -Vibraphone, Percussion Buddy Williams- Drums COVID Requirements: • Vaccination Card or Excelsior Pass required to attend for anyone 5 years and above. • Children under 5 must present a negative COVID test done within 3 days prior to the event. • Mask wearing will be required for all audience members throughout the concert. A Night of Tribute is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. *This event will be livestreamed and recorded*

PLEASE READ FULLY TO ENJOY THIS EVENT-r BrownstoneJAZZ FEST up close and personal. Intimate acoustic livIngroom concerts. SOCIALLY DISTANCED TICKETED PERFORMANCE VENUE PLEASE ID, PROOF OF VACCINATION AND MASKS ARE A NYC AND OUR MUST HAVE TO ENTER HOSTING - DEBBIE McCLAIN Curator and M.C. ERIC LEMONS Bassist, Discover a JazzFest, in the restored 19th Century Victorian Brownstone, located in Bedford Stuyvesant Brooklyn’s Landmarked Historic District. SugarHill, Harlem and Bed Stuy, Central B'klyn were both Jazz Hey Day Communities. When Ella Fitzgerald lyricized the song 'TAKE THE A TRAIN' she gives confirmation. I believe she obviously was speaking of Brooklyn. A train connecting two jazz hubs fast. BrownstoneJAZZ Ensasmbles presents some of the best jazz artists of yesteryear’s Jazz Soldiers and today’s Jazz Front-liners swinging with an authentic classic jazz style. With something for everyone to enjoy. NOTES Dress to Impress NO FISH FRY AT THIS TIME. (It will return) BYOB (FILLED WITH GOODIES FOR YOUR TABLE) A LIMITED TIME OFFERING Take a peek into some of what's to return with more than 10% off the regular lowest ticket price. Make early purchases, prices are subject to change anytime. Tables and chairs are being sold at a limited capacity during this time of Covid. You may see us listed on exclusive only date sites at higher prices with different offerings occasionally with the full experience. WE ARE PRIVATE, AND RESERVE THE RIGHT TO BE SELECTIVE. PLEASE RESPECT

PLEASE READ FULLY TO ENJOY THIS EVENT-r BrownstoneJAZZ FEST up close and personal. Intimate acoustic livIngroom concerts. SOCIALLY DISTANCED TICKETED PERFORMANCE VENUE PLEASE ID, PROOF OF VACCINATION AND MASKS ARE A NYC AND OUR MUST HAVE TO ENTER HOSTING - DEBBIE McCLAIN Curator and M.C. ERIC LEMONS Bassist, Discover a JazzFest, in the restored 19th Century Victorian Brownstone, located in Bedford Stuyvesant Brooklyn’s Landmarked Historic District. SugarHill, Harlem and Bed Stuy, Central B'klyn were both Jazz Hey Day Communities. When Ella Fitzgerald lyricized the song 'TAKE THE A TRAIN' she gives confirmation. I believe she obviously was speaking of Brooklyn. A train connecting two jazz hubs fast. BrownstoneJAZZ Ensasmbles presents some of the best jazz artists of yesteryear’s Jazz Soldiers and today’s Jazz Front-liners swinging with an authentic classic jazz style. With something for everyone to enjoy. NOTES Dress to Impress NO FISH FRY AT THIS TIME. (It will return) BYOB (FILLED WITH GOODIES FOR YOUR TABLE) A LIMITED TIME OFFERING Take a peek into some of what's to return with more than 10% off the regular lowest ticket price. Make early purchases, prices are subject to change anytime. Tables and chairs are being sold at a limited capacity during this time of Covid. You may see us listed on exclusive only date sites at higher prices with different offerings occasionally with the full experience. WE ARE PRIVATE, AND RESERVE THE RIGHT TO BE SELECTIVE. PLEASE RESPECT

The Yoko Miwa Trio - Yoko Miwa on Piano, Will Slater on Bass, Scott Goulding on Drums. CD Release Concert for their 2021 chart topping release "Songs of Joy".