This month we have the “Godfather of American Gypsy Jazz”, Paul Mehling. Paul is a great instructor, a wealth of knowledge and will be explaining some advanced gypsy jazz concepts. If you are in the area be sure to join us
Guitar Night Series continues with a return of two amazing guitarists, Ollie Soikkeli and Cesar Garabini. These cats are bad-ass! Check them out on YouTube; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VuJKTg5gN7E YouTube $22 advance, $25 at door, $15 Student ID. Ticket link; https://GuitarDuo.bpt.me Note; please do not contact the Venetian Club with questions about the show, contact Barry instead at [email protected]
After six months of negotiations, we are pleased to announce or most famous celebrity guest yet: Samson Schmitt! Samson is Dorado Schmitt’s son, an amazing player and we are very fortunate to be able to have him join us. We will have a translator and other instructors joining us to help facilitate the event.
A rare chance for Eric to play with us on Piano!
Gypsy jazz musicians from around Puget Sound will celebrate Django Reinhardt’s 109th birthday with an evening of music. The concert will feature two bands, Victor Horky’s Silk Road Swing and Ranger and the ‘Re-Arrangers’, plus other top Seattle Gypsy Jazz musicians will make guest appearances, including Tovi Newman on Guitar.
Django was an itinerant Gypsy who earned international acclaim in the 1930’s. Many of his compositions became jazz classics and he is considered one of the top guitar soloists of all time. Duke Ellington called Django “the most creative jazz musician to originate anywhere outside the United States.” Decades later, Jerry Garcia said, “Nobody has really come to the state that he was playing at…nobody plays with the whole fullness of expression that Django had.”
Guitarist Victor Horky brings the swingin’ sound of Django Reinhardt to life with his band Silk Road Swing, and especially loves to play for dancers. Ranger and the ‘Re-Arrangers’ evoke the spirit of a Paris cafe and the raucous energy of a Gypsy campsite. Says violinist Ranger Sciacca: “Our goal is to feature as many great musicians and different instruments as we can!”
There is no cover charge, but donations will be accepted.
The Knife Room presents:
Gin and Gypsy Jazz
with Victor Horky and his Silk Road Swing
Guitarist and bandleader Victor Horky brings the swingin’ Gypsy jazz tunes of Django Reinhardt to life with his band Silk Road Swing.
Featuring a surprise guest violinist and a killer rhythm section, you won’t want to miss this incredible show of musicianship, perfect for your dining, imbibing and listening pleasure! Our gourmet mac and cheese bar will be open for dinner, as well as our cocktail bar, which will feature a selection of gin specialty cocktails for the enjoyment of our patrons.
Doors: 7:30pm
Live Music: 8-10:30pm
Cost: $20 ticket online
Line-up:
Victor Horky – guitar
Surprise guest star from Europe – violin
Patrick Brooks – guitar
Ryan Donnelly – upright bass
Space is limited, so buy early! Seating is first come, first serve.
Recommended 18+
The Los Gatos Gypsy Swing Club is very excited to announce that Paul Mehlling of the Hot Club of San Francisco will be joining us at Keith Holland Guitars to teach and jam Saturday, March 9th from 1:00 to 3:00. Paul is is recognized as being the person for re-introducing the music style in the United States but more importantly, he is a great teacher and very generous with his knowledge. If you are in the area, please come and join us.
The Los Gatos Gypsy Swing Club will be joined by local musician Alex Hand this month and Vic Wong will join us in May. Alex joined us last year and Robert and I received very positive feed back about the session. Members were mesmerized by his understanding of Eastern European folk music as well as the use of odd time signatures in Gypsy music. Come join us for another wonderful clinic, followed by a fun-filled gypsy jam.
Live gypsy jazz, live art, yoga, massage, tarot card readings, and as always, delicious food. This year: Tacos by Captain Muchachos. Swingbooty will be on stage with guest vocalist Brian Varner, and guest saxophonist Michael Stinson. Opening the evening will be Marci Pace and Jimi Holscher. Bring your friends. Free parking at Christ Chapel on 16th and Highland. Admission: $4 per person.
Ca Gaze plays the main dance pavilion as part of Folk Life 2019.
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