So you’re a twin, eh? Happy June to both of you and I hope you both enjoy it equally although I know you won’t. And to the rest of you non-gemini types, thanks for stopping by and checking in. I’ve got some fun gigs coming up that I’ll tell you about in a moment but first, a little non-music news you might enjoy. I got the Zool running this spring with a little help from my friend Mike Rossi. Mike is a great bass player but he’s also an outdoor enthusiast well versed in the art of bicycle repair. He had some great suggestions for beefing up the power train on the Zool so now she sports a couple stainless steel Surly chain rings and a nickel chain. The first mow was kick ass. I dragged that 60 pound mowing reel up and over hill and dale, through the mud, over gravel and more! I even fell off the seat on an incline just as Pam came back down the driveway from a walk with her friend Karen. That’s not the first time I’ve fallen off a bike in the driveway in front of Pam. Anyhow…the Zool is up and running and cutting the grass beautifully. This is the fourth year of cutting my lawn with a bike. Okay, musically speaking, here’s some stuff to check out this month.
Wednesday, June 6th, 8PM – Jazz Vespers, Unitarian Church, Newburyport, MA – I’ll join old pal Danny Harrington at the Newburyport Unitarian church on Pleasant street for a jazz vespers service run by Lark Madden. I’m really looking forward to making some music with Danny again. It’s been too long! C’mon down and get some jazz with your Jesus.
Sunday, June 10th, 10AM – Jazz Service, 2nd Congregational Church, Kittery, ME – The final Jazz service at 2CCUCC in Kittery. You should really come by and join pastor Brad Hirst and the entire congregation when we celebrate the word of the lord mixed with the sounds of jazz from music director Mike Effenberger, Drummer Jim Rudolf, Myself and the 2CCUCC Choir. It’s a wonderful way to start a Sunday of reflection or…
Sunday, June 10th, Noon – Jazz Brunch, Rudi’s, Portsmouth, NH – Join Tom Robinson and I for some jazzy victuals in Portsmouth’s finest quiet jazz bar/bistro. The food is delicious, the drinks are delectable and Tommy and I are like a fine wine; improving with age and bound to make you glow with a warm radiance. Really, you’ll enjoy it so come on in.
Monday, June 11, 6PM – David Tonkin Quartet, Barley House, Concord, NH – The end of an era. The Tonky 2nd Monday Series at the Barley House concludes on June 11 BUT next month we come back on the FIRST monday of the month! Mark your calendars and then plan to join us tonight for a mix f Jazz, Blues and Whatever else comes to mind. The summer months tend to bring in more guests too so bring your horn along!
Saturday, June 16th, 1PM – Los3 + ME, Kittery Block Party, Kittery ME – SWEET, Matt Jenson’s Los3 featuring Alex Alvear and Pablo Bencid have been playing a bunch lately and they’re sounding great I’m sure. For the Kittery Block Party I get to invade with my saxomophone for a set of great music, dancing and great vibes. Stick around all day at the block party. There’s going to be tons of great food, music, stuff to buy, people to watch and just general GOOD TIMES! Then head over to…
Saturday, June 16th, 9:30PM – Combo Sabroso, The Press Room, Portsmouth, NH – The band grows a little, and we cross the “middle” bridge to keep the pahhty going in Portsmouth. One of the few CS hits in Portsmouth this summer so it should be a smokin’ good time. Plan to dance a lot with someone you love…or someone you want to love?
Monday, June 18th, 8PM – Matt Langley Quartet, The Press Room, Portsmouth, NH – This is going to be the debut of a quartet that Tom Robinson put together but tonight I’m going to call it mine because I booked the gig, dig? Whatever you call it, this is a great group of musicians and we’re going to play our own music. Tom Robinson on keyboard, Tim Gilmore on Drums, Rob Gerry on Bass and Myself on saxes. Come hear some original jazz in Portsmouth’s greatest live music venue.
Friday, June 22nd, Lady Luck Burlesque, The Music Hall, Portsmouth, NH – Jess Betcher and the ladies AND Nevin Brown and the band have been busting their hump putting together a Music Hall worthy show. This is one you shouldn’t miss!
Saturday, June 23rd 2, Noon – Hartland Vt Jazz Festival, Hartland Vermont– The David Tonkin band with special guest Randy Roos will invade the tiny hamlet of Hartland, Vt. for Peter Concilio’s Hartland Jazz Fest. There will be tons of great music on this day in Hartland but after our set we’ll load up the wagons and head down to…
Saturday, June 23rd, Time TBD, Granite State Music Festival, David Tonkin Band – We’ll storm the stage with Randy Roos joining in at the mighty Granite State music Festival in Concord, NH. Tons of great music here too all day long. Get yourself a ticet for both days because…..read on below!
Saturday, June 23rd, 9PM – The FTET, The Barley House, Concord, NH – I’ll hang around Concord taking in the festival so I can play the after party with the hardest working man in ANY business; Mike Effenberger. I’m sure by the time we hit at the Barley he will have played at least 6 gigs already that day! Doesn’t seem to phase the lad a ta. He just cranks out great music every time he sits at a keyboard of whatever sort he chooses to abuse. Jim Rudolf, Nick Mainella and I always have a blast going along for the ride.
Sunday, June 24th, Time TBD – Donkilo!, Granite State Music Festival, Concord, NH – Yup, back in Concord for more of the ‘fest with Dave Kobrenski’s Donkilo afrofunk orkestra. Randy Roos will be along on this one as well as Mike Effenberger I believe. This will be a rocking good time and this is why you should buy a two day ticket!
Friday, June 29th, 7PM – Tom Robinson Quartet, The Purple Pit, Concord, NH – Tom Robinson has assembled a great band for this night at the Pit. You may have read about it earlier under another musician’s name :). This will be a night of original music performed by Tom Robinson on piano, Rob Gerry on Bass, Tim Gilmore on drums and myself on saxophones. The Purple Pit is Concord’s new jazz venue so come on out and support this great new club.
Thanks for taking the time to visit. Let me know if you have questions about any of these gigs or any coming up. I’d love to see you and to hang at one of these gigs or out and about at any live music, theater or art event.