BJS Charity Event Program (11 x 17)

Welcome to the
KOOL KATS AND JAZZY
HOUNDS BENEFIT
Sunday, June 12th, 2011
www.BJSCharity.org
Event Program
$2.00
The Brookfield Jazz Society (BJS) welcomes you to Sawa’s Old Warsaw for the Kool Kats and Jazzy Hounds Benefit.
There is non-stop jazz from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. featuring seven different bands. All of the money raised today will go
the Anderson Animal Shelter (AAS) located in South Elgin to help provide a safe home for stray and unwanted
animals until they are adopted.
Personally, I would like to thank all the musicians playing today who have generously given up their time and
talents to entertain us. Without them there would be no event. I’d also like to thank the BJS and AAS volunteers
who will be working throughout the day. A final word of thanks also goes to all those people who kindly donated
silent auction items and raffle prizes.
On a final note, I would like to thank the other members of the BJS Charity Team, who have worked tirelessly for
the last three months to make this event happen: Lee Goode, Perry Huntoon, Marc aka Network XXIII and a
special thank you to Anderson Animal Shelter volunteer Amanda Seidel.
Ian Tiele
BJS President and Charity Team Chair
Thank you for
supporting our K-9
and Feline Friends...
Main Raffle and Split-the-Pot Raffle
Throughout the day volunteers will be selling Main Raffle and Split-the-Pot Raffle tickets. We have some great
raffle prizes with tickets being drawn every hour on the hour starting at 2 p.m. Raffle tickets are priced at 1 ticket
for $2, 3 tickets for $5 and 7 tickets for $10. Split-the-pot raffle tickets are $2 each. You must be present to claim a
winning ticket in the Main Raffle. The Split-the-Pot Raffle drawing will be held at 7:30 p.m. with one winner
receiving half of the total money collected. Winner need not be present for the Split-the-Pot Raffle.
Silent Auctions
On the tables in the upper level of the West Banquet Room you will find a number of Silent Auction items. Please
write your bid number (provided at registration) on the bid sheet provided for each auction and keep checking
back regularly to see if you are still the high bidder. The silent auctions will close at 7:30 p.m. and the winning bids
will be announced after the live music ends at 8:00 p.m. You do not have to be present to be the winning bidder we will contact you to arrange payment and delivery.
Today’s Program of Live Jazz
BROOKFIELD JAZZ SOCIETY
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Pullman Conductors of Jazz
Meeting Schedule June/July 2011
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Chicago Outskirts Big Band
All meetings are held in the Cottage at Irish Times (except where indicated)
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Chris Madsen Trio
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Mark O'Connor Quintet
5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Eddie Stevens 3
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
John Avila Trio
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Marshall Vente Tropicale Duo
About the Musicians
Pullman Conductors of Jazz
The Pullman Conductors of Jazz have played for the Brookfield Jazz Society several
times, including a previous performance at Sawa’s Old Warsaw for the Society’s first
Jazz on the Road event. This well-established 5-piece band play jazz in a variety of
Dixieland, Traditional, Swing, Ragtime, Blues styles, with a penchant for “railroad
tunes (hence their name).” You can check the band out online at
www.PullmanConductors.com.
June 16 FREE AND EASY NIGHT - This evening, we have one of our extremely popular "Free and Easy
Nights." Feel free to bring a jazz CD or DVD and play a track or two for the other members and guests. Don't
worry if you don't want to bring anything, there will be plenty of great music to listen to on the night.
June 23 WOODY HERMAN: THE BAND THAT PLAYED THE BLUES - Tonight, Perry Huntoon takes a
look at the work of Woody Herman's first big band, which was known as "The Band That Played the Blues."
June 30 LIVE JAZZ - MARK COLBY QUARTET - This evening, we welcome back the excellent Mark
Colby Quartet to the Cottage for their second visit. Mark, who plays with a similar style to the late Stan Getz,
is one of Chicago's top tenor saxophone players and his quartet is a delight to listen to. For this event, there is a
$7 cover charge for non-members.
July 7 LEON ROPPOLO - Tonight, guest presenter Sue Fisher looks at the life and career of clarinetist Leon
Roppolo, who was a member of Chicago's "New Orleans Rhythm Kings" and several other fine jazz bands
during his short life.
July 14 WE HARDLY KNEW YOU! This evening, regular presenter John Moscinski will take a look at the
lives and music of some of the many jazz artists who left us all too soon.
July 21 LIVE JAZZ - MONIKA HERZIG DUO - Tonight, we welcome back the Monika Herzig Duo for
their annual summer visit. Indiana-based pianist Monika and bass-playing husband Peter, will again entertain
us with their own individual style of jazz. For this event, there is a $7 cover charge for non-members.
July 28 OYEZ COMO VA: THE TITO PUENTE STORY - This evening, Society President Ian Tiele's audio
-visual presentation on the big screen takes a look at the jazz side of Mambo King Tito Puente.
Chicago Outskirts
The Chicago Outskirts is a seventeen-piece jazz ensemble founded in 2003 and comprised entirely of women from
across the Chicago area. The members come from as far west as
Aurora and as far east as South Bend, IN. Most of the members
play in other jazz groups in the area.
The idea for the band was born when two of the members met at
FitzGerald's Night Club in Berwyn in March of 2003. Jenny Yuhasz,
a drummer from South Bend, was there to see her brother,
trumpeter Danny Barber, play with the Chicago Jazz Orchestra.
Jenny sat in for a few numbers with the CJO. Linda Kottis, a tenor
sax player from Naperville, was in the audience that night and began
comparing notes with Jenny. They decided that an all-female big band would be a great idea.
The main purpose of forming the band was to give women jazz musicians in the area more opportunity to play big
band jazz, both in rehearsal and in performance. Visit the band’s website at www.ChicagoOutskirts.com.
Program subject to change without notice
Meetings start at 7:00 pm. every Thursday in the Cottage (function room) at
Irish Times, 8869 Burlington Avenue, Brookfield (by Brookfield Metra Station).
Additional parking is available behind Irish Times in the Municipal Parking lot.
For further information email [email protected] or visit our website at www.BrookfieldJazz.org.
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About the Jazz Bands in The Silent Auction
These two bands have donated their services as silent auction items. If interested, you will be bidding
on the band to play for a maximum of two hours at your private party or event in the Chicagoland
area. If you are the winning bidder, you will have six months to liaise with the band and fix a
mutually agreeable place, date and time for their performance.
The Joel Moore Quartet
The Joel Moore Quartet has twice appeared at the Brookfield Jazz Society
and is an exciting band that features the leader on saxophone and a piano/
bass/drums rhythm section. The quartet was formed in 2005 and is
dedicated to the performance of creative, original contemporary jazz
compositions and inventive interpretations of standards. Check out Joel’s
website at www.JoelMooreQuartet.com.
Marbin
Marbin started their musical journey back in 2007 when saxophonist Danny
Markovitch and guitar wizard Dani Rabin met and formed the band back then
in Israel. It wasn’t long before they decided to relocate in Chicago, where they
launched their first album that same year, in 2009. The self titled album
became very quickly “the talk of the town”, receiving praise from an array of
well respected publications.
Soon after, Markovitch and Rabin found themselves collaborating with Paul
Wertico, the seven time Grammy Award winner on his critically acclaimed
album “Impressions of a City,” which received 4.5 stars from Downbeat magazine. Marbin’s music is
unique and difficult to categorize - being more in the jazz-rock style, than straight ahead jazz.
Thinking About Adopting an Animal?
If you are thinking of adopting a dog or a cat, then
contact Anderson Animal Shelter at
1000 S. La Fox Rd.
South Elgin, IL 60177
Phone: 847-697-2880
www.AndersonAnimalShelter.org
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About the Musicians (continued)
Chris Madsen Trio
The Chris Madsen Trio played for the BJS earlier this year and
were a huge success, playing a mixture of modern jazz and tunes
associated with the great cornet player Bix Beiderbecke, which
are arranged by Chris for his trio of saxophone, guitar and bass.
Saxophonist, arranger and composer Chris serves as Jazz Faculty
member at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois,
Director of Jazz at Midwest Young Artists in Highwood, IL, and
he has coordinated the Jazz program for the National High
School Music Institute in Evanston since 2009.
Madsen spent three years in New York, performing with and
writing for such jazz masters as Wynton Marsalis, Victor Goines,
Wycliffe Gordon, Kenny Washington, Jon Gordon, and many
others.
After graduating from Juilliard in 2005, Madsen made the decision to move back to his homeland of Chicago in
2006 and has since been artistically involved with much of the local talent, including the Ron Perrillo Quartet, the
Rob Parton and Tom Matta Big Bands, the Mulligan Mosaics Big Band, and many others. Without doubt, Chris
Madsen is becoming one of the fastest-growing talents on the local jazz scene. You can check out Chris’ website at
www.ChrisMadsen.net.
Mark O’Connor Quintet
The Mark O’Connor Quintet played for the BJS in July
2010, playing their brand of modern jazz with enormous
energy and warmth. Saxophonist Mark’s debut CD Mirage,
spent eight weeks on the national jazz radio charts and
garnered much praise. O’Connor has performed with such
notables as Rufus Reid, Arturo Sandoval, Henry Butler,
Steve Turre and Joe Williams. Mark’s quintet, formed in
2001, has performed at numerous venues throughout the
Midwest including The Green Mill, The Elbo Room, The
Skokie Theatre, The Chicago Cultural Center and The
Rogers Park Jazz Festival in Chicago. You can visit Chris online at www.MarkOconnorJazz.com.
Visit us online!
Check out www.BJSCharity.org for event information to include a list of bands that performed here today, links to event
contributors, list of silent auction donors and raffle item donors.
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About the Musicians (continued)
Eddie Stevens 3
The Eddie Stevens 3 is one of Chicagland's hottest new jazz groups. Formed by three veteran Chicago
musicians, their swinging sound and tight group interplay is amazing
and their chamber-jazz sound is reminiscent of the classic Red Norvo,
Nat “King” Cole and Jimmy Giuffre trios. The band is made up of
Mike Daly (bass/vocals), Steve Koerner (saxophone/flute/vocals) and
Chester Tocha (guitar). While the Eddie Stevens 3 has not yet played
for the Brookfield Jazz Society, the individual musicians have
performed for the BJS as members of other bands. Today, the trio will
be joined by vocalist Amy Yassinger. Anyone seen Eddie? You can
check out their website at www.EddieStevens3.com.
John Avila Trio
The John Avila Trio features guitar, bass, and drums. They play classic
instrumental Jazz, Blues, and Standards - the music made famous by
Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins, Cannonball Adderley and
many other great jazz musicians. You can visit their website at
www.ValiantMusic.com/jat.
About the Brookfield Jazz Society
The Brookfield Jazz Society (BJS) meets every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the Cottage (function room) at Irish
Times Pub and Restaurant, 8869 Burlington Avenue, Brookfield, IL. (across the street from the Brookfield
Metra Railway Station on Prairie Avenue).
Additional Parking is available behind Irish Times in the Municipal Parking Lot.
Regular meetings start at 7:00 p.m. (presentations start at 7:15 p.m.)
Live jazz events and annual parties start at 7:00 p.m. (music starts at 7:30 p.m.)
All of our regular meetings and presentations are free and open to the public. We
generally have live jazz events once or twice a month. For these live music events,
there is a $7 cover charge at the door for non-members and a suggested band
collection donation of $7 per BJS Member. All monies raised go directly to the performing band on the night.
Everyone is welcome to participate in the weekly raffle and any other fundraiser or activity held during these
events. To learn more about free membership, please attend one of our regular meetings.
Visit us online at www.BrookfieldJazz.org.
Marshall Vente Tropicale Duo
Marshall Vente has played twice for the BJS with his trio and today he will play Latin jazz duets with guitarist
Glenn Reitsma. Marshall is one of the finest jazz Chicagoland. The larger than life
tone he draws from the instrument, and the harmonic imagination that colors
everything he plays, distinguishes him from other jazz pianists.
Marshall Vente's long-standing love of Brazilian and Latin music has been
showcased since 1992 on his radio show "Jazz Tropicale," which is broadcast every
Sunday at 10:00 p.m. on WDCB radio 90.9 FM. "It's a jazz show with a few palm
trees,” Vente tells his listeners. Learn more about Marshall Vente and all his different size combos at
www.MarshallVente.com.
The Upper and Lower Banquet Rooms has been a generous donation by
Stuart Sawa of Sawa’s Old Warsaw Restaurant
www.SawasOldWarsaw.com
Sawa’s provides the best Authentic Polish food buffet in Chicagoland. Open
every day of the week except Mondays. Visit them for casual dining,
banquets, birthday parties, funeral luncheons, and many events.
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About the “Kool Kats and Jazzy
Hounds Benefit” Logo
The logo (see front cover) is for the Kool Kats and Jazzy Hounds
Benefit created by our very own Marc aka Network XXIII with the
assistance of illustrator for the Chicago Jazz Magazine Charley Krebs.
The artwork in the middle is derived from the “Jazzy Hounds” Print
(shown left) that is actually an item available for bidding as part of the
silent auction. The outer ring has the title of the event along with the
charity website that is enclosed in the same border used on the
original Brookfield Jazz society logo.
Visit us online at www.BJSCharity.org.
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BJS Event Sponsor’s Corner
Below are some of the sponsors that have generously donated their services and/or resources to
make this event successful to help a worthy cause.
Anderson Animal Shelter was incorporated in 1966 as the Humane Society of North Central Illinois. In the
1980s the shelter received a generous donation from the Anderson Trust that prompted a name change.
www.andersonanimalshelter.com
www.brookfieldjazz.org
www.delmark.com
www.network23online.com
www.exchangecapitalresources.com
Over the years the shelter has transitioned from a traditional community animal shelter to one of the most progressive humane societies of its kind. In 2001 an on-site veterinary clinic was added to provide health care for
shelter animals and to assist in the goal of spaying/neutering all adopted dogs and cats before they leave the
shelter. In 2003 the shelter opened a public low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination clinic. The shelter operates
under a low-kill philosophy and is dedicated to eliminating the euthanasia of healthy, adoptable animals. Every
adoptable animal at the shelter is cared for as long as it takes to locate a loving forever home.
Anderson Animal Shelter currently serves approximately 2,550 animals each year. They collaborate with public and private organizations and individuals to shelter, care for and promote the adoption of stray and unwanted companion animals. They advocate for the compassionate and humane treatment of these animals
through direct care, humane education and community outreach programs. Anderson Animal Shelter adheres
to the highest ethical standards, and is dedicated to creating a community environment that eliminates the
euthanasia of healthy, adoptable animals. The AAS website is found at www.AndersonAnimalShelter.org.
www.jdmuggs.com
www.sawasoldwarsaw.com
www.brookfieldpubliclibrary.info
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Kool Kats and Jazzy Hounds Benefit ~ Silent Auction Items
Note: Values shown are the retail value of the item and not the minimum bid
Bid Item
Kool Kats and Jazzy Hounds Benefit ~ Main Raffle Items
8 Jazz CDs donated by the BJS
Silent Auction Item
Value
4 Jazz CDs and 2 Jazz DVDs donated by Delmark Records
4 Mark O’Connor CDs
001
Escape to Wisconsin Time Share
$ 1,350.00
002
High Spirits and a Film
$
70.00
"Dizzy Gillespie - A Jazz Master" tune book donated by BJS member Frank Slabinak
003
MSI Family 4 Pack
$
60.00
Admission for 6 to the Lizzardo Museum of Lapidary Art, Elmhurst
004
To Bid, or Not Bid Package
$ 100.00
One day Lifetime Fitness pass
005
Kool Kats Framed Print
$ 100.00
Baseball’s Greatest Games book donated by BJS member Ian Tiele
006
Jazzy Hounds Framed Print
$ 100.00
$10 Gift Certificate - Al’s Char House
007
My Piano Starter Pack
$ 100.00
$10 Gift Certificate - Casa Margarita
008
Rare Duke Ellington Record
$ 100.00
Columbia/Getz Theatre - 2 tickets for any performance
009
Private Party Package
$ 500.00
$50.00 Gift Card for Grand Lux Café
010
Private Live Jazz Event
$ 500.00
4 tickets for Hollywood Cinemas
011
Paint Your Pet
$
75.00
One month membership of Oasis Women’s Fitness & Spa in LaGrange
012
YMCA Membership
$
60.00
Starbucks Coffee basket
013
Jazz Times Basket
$ 100.00
2 Brookfield Jazz Society gift certificates for 2 tickets for two live jazz gigs
014
All About Jazz Basket
$ 120.00
2 tickets for “Trogg! A Musical” at the Chopin Theatre in Chicago donated by Handbag Productions
015
All the Goodies Bag
$ 150.00
5 World Map posters donated by Network XXIII
016
In Theatres Now Package
$
80.00
Sealed vinyl LP of Helen Ward donated by BJS member Perry Huntoon
017
Around the Theatre
$ 100.00
The Directory of Duke Ellington’s Recordings book donated by the BJS
018
Do it yourself Package
$
75.00
Duke Ellington on Compact Disc book donated by the BJS
019
Chicago Style Jazz - Take 1
$
80.00
$25 Trader Joe’s grocery basket
020
Chicago Style Jazz - Take 2
$
80.00
4 pieces of pottery donated by Village Potters in LaGrange Park
021
Photo Certificate
$ 200.00
022
White Sox Tickets
$
023
Website Certificate
$ 300.00
024
Large Dog Basket
$
50.00
025
Small Dog Basket
$
50.00
026
Feline Friend Basket
$
50.00
027
Pizza & Hot Dog Lovers Package
$
80.00
028
QuickBooks Pro 2011 Software
$ 130.00
029
3 Autographed CDs
$ 120.00
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68.00
5 $10 Gift Certificates for the Brick House Tavern in Downers Grove
$10 Gift Certificate for Wild Bull Bar and Grill donated by Wassup Local Magazine
5 admissions to public ice skating or 5 hours of rat hockey at the Southwest Ice Arena in Crestwood
Cash Donations and Other Donations
$200 Cash Donation from Exchange Capital Resources
www.ExchangeCapitalResources.com
HLS Pens for Silent Auction donated by Higher Learning Studios (www.HigherLearningStudios.com)
Pens and pencils donated by WDCB Radio
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