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2011Friday and Saturday, March 18-19, 9:30pm to 12am Smalls Armed with stunning compositions and joined by a band of firebrands, Donelian proposes what promises to be a special weekend of music. Marc Mommaas (s), Mike Moreno (g), Dean Johnson (b) and Tyshawn Sorey (d) are co-conspirators. Smalls Saturday, February 26, 11am Villa Sträuli Armen Donelian, solo piano Villa Sträuli Saturday, February 26, 8pm Mehrspur Armen Donelian leads a fine Swiss trio with bassist Raetus Flisch and Pius Baschnagel on drums. Donelian originals, reworked Jazz standards and some Armenian folk songs may be heard. Mehrspur Friday, February 11, 7:30pm Bean Runner Cafe Pianist Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. The Bean Runner Cafe is a celebration of food, family and art - eclectic and funky, with both kids and collectors in mind. Bean Runner Cafe Saturday, February 5, 7:30pm Colby College Armen Donelian, of Armenian parentage, is known for masterful playing rooted in classical, jazz, and Middle Eastern studies and characterized by clean articulation, a deft, swinging touch, access to a broad dynamic spectrum, a virtuosic harmonic vocabulary, and a boundless source of creative ideas. For more than three decades, his sweeping imagination has spanned American, European, and Armenian compositional, improvisational, and folk idioms on recordings and in concerts in 23 countries. Without force or persuasion, Donelian invites listeners to join him in personal and reflective explorations. But, according to one critic, “don’t underestimate his ability to swing hard and throw punches.” Colby College 2010Wednesday, January 13, 8pm Pianist/composer Armen Donelian in a concert of his distinctive solo piano music. Mark Murphy's Music Thursday, February 18, 7:30pm Pianist/composer Armen Donelian in a concert of his distinctive solo piano music. Mankato State University Sunday, February 21, 8:30pm Pianist/composer Armen Donelian leads a trio with two great Austrian musicians, bassist Uli Langthaler and drummer Mario Gonzi at one of the best places for live music, Porgy & Bess, where Vienna learned the Blues. Porgy & Bess Friday, February 26, 8:00pm Pianist/composer Armen Donelian leads a quartet with three great Austrian musicians, saxophonist Michael Erian, bassist Uli Langthaler and drummer Mario Gonzi at this venue located inside the historic Porcia Castle, one of the most significant Reanaissance buildings in Austria, in this the charming and bustling town at the heart of Upper Carinthia. Ortenburger Keller in Porcia Castle Sunday, February 28, 1:00pm Pianist/composer Armen Donelian leads a quartet with three great Austrian musicians, saxophonist Michael Erian, bassist Uli Langthaler and drummer Mario Gonzi at Raj, a club at the Verein Innenhofkultur center in the heart of this historic university city. Raj Sunday, March 7, 7pm Edward Said National Conservatory of Music David Demsey, saxophone Edward Said National Conservatory of Music Tuesday, March 9, 7pm Bethlehem Peace Center David Demsey, saxophone Bethlehem Peace Center Wednesday, March 10, 7pm Edward Said National Conservatory of Music David Demsey, saxophone Edward Said National Conservatory of Music Friday, March 26, 9:30pm Justin's on Lark Pianist/composer Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. Justin's is the best place to hear live jazz and enjoy good food in the downtown Albany district. Justin's on Lark Saturday, March 27, 7:30pm Castle Street Cafe Pianist/composer Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. This noted Berkshire eaterie is owned and operated by Michael Ballon, talented chef d'cuisine and culinary talk show host. Castle Street Cafe Friday, April 9, 9pm Cornelia Street Cafe For several years during the 1980's, pianist/composer Armen Donelian led a quintet that recorded two distinctive and highly acclaimed CDs for Sunnyside Records, Secrets and The Wayfarer. Armed with stunning new compositions and a new band of firebrands, Donelian proposes what promises to be a special night of music in preparation for an upcoming recording. Marc Mommaas (s), Mike Moreno (g), Dean Johnson (b) and Tyshawn Sorey (d) are co-conspirators. Castle Street Cafe Sunday, April 11, 3-7pm Proctor's Theater Mike Benedict Quartet w/Lee Russo, Mike DelPrete & Mark Foster The Muddy Cup in the Proctor's Arcade Sunday, April 11, 9pm Justin's on Lark Brian Patenaude, saxophone Justin's on Lark Saturday, April 17, 6pm The Abode Armen Donelian, piano The Abode Thursday, April 22, 7pm New School Jazz Performance Space
New School Jazz Performance Space Friday, April 23, 8:30pm Firehouse 12 For several years during the 1980's, pianist/composer Armen Donelian led a quintet that recorded two distinctive and highly acclaimed CDs for Sunnyside Records, Secrets and The Wayfarer. Armed with stunning new compositions and a new band of firebrands, Donelian proposes what promises to be a special night of music in preparation for an upcoming recording. Marc Mommaas (s), Mike Moreno (g), Dean Johnson (b) and Tyshawn Sorey (d) are co-conspirators. Firehouse 12 Friday April 30-Saturday, May 1, 7pm The MayFlower Inn Armen Donelian, piano The MayFlower Inn Sunday, May 23, 3pm St. Sahag Armenian Church Armen Donelian, piano St. Sahag Armenian Church Tuesday, June 15, 7:30pm Sahara Club Pianist/composer Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. Sahara Club has the best Middle Eastern food this side of Sinai. Sahara Club Thursday, June 17, 8:00pm Vernissage Pianist/composer Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. Vernissage's large selection of finely prepared traditional Russian delicacies is sure to please the discriminating palate. Vernissage Friday, June 18, 9:30pm Justin's on Lark Pianist/composer Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. Justin's is the best place to hear live jazz and enjoy good food in the downtown Albany district. Justin's on Lark Saturday, June 19, 8pm Pianist/composer Armen Donelian and bassist David Clark offer distinctive originals and savory standard fare to accompany the restaurant's simple yet elegant cuisine. Marché at 74 State Monday-Friday, July 26-30, 12:30pm* Piano in Bryant Park Armen Donelian, piano Bryant Park Thursday-Sunday, August 12-15 When pianist Armen Donelian and saxophonist Marc Mommaas play together, Their deeply intuitive connection is its own reward (Downbeat). Hudson Jazz Workshop Sunday, August 15, 3pm The Hudson Jazz Workshop, produced by Hudson Jazzworks, attracts a pool of multi-generational talent from local, regional and international areas as far away as Denmark, Japan and Armenia, and includes professionals, amateurs and beginners just embarking on artistic careers. In this concert, they perform their works-in-progress for the public at the Hudson Opera House and are joined by their teachers, pianist Armen Donelian and saxophonist Marc Mommaas. Hudson Opera House Saturday, October 2, 7:30pm Castle Street Cafe Pianist/composer Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. This noted Berkshire eaterie is owned and operated by Michael Ballon, talented chef d'cuisine and culinary talk show host. Castle Street Cafe Friday, November 19, 9:30pm Justin's on Lark Pianist/composer Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. Justin's is the best place to hear live jazz and enjoy good food in the downtown Albany district. Justin's on Lark Saturday, November 20, 7:30pm Castle Street Cafe Pianist/composer Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. This noted Berkshire eaterie is owned and operated by Michael Ballon, talented chef d'cuisine and culinary talk show host. Castle Street Cafe 2009Tuesday & Wednesday, March 3 & 4 Zürich University of the Arts Pianist/composer Armen Donelian teaches in Switzerland at the Zürich University of the Arts as a guest lecturer during a two-week faculty exchange while his Swiss faculty counterpart, pianist/composer Adrian Frey, takes Donelian's place at The New School and William Paterson Universities. Zürich University of the Arts Thursday & Friday, March 5 & 6 Graz University of Music and Dramatic Arts Pianist/composer Armen Donelian teaches in Austria at the Graz University of Music and Dramatic Arts as a guest lecturer. Graz University of Music and Dramatic Arts Saturday, March 7, TBA Jazzclub Marenzikeller Tenor saxophonist Karlheinz Miklin, Director of Jazz at the Graz University of Music and Dramatic Arts, leads a quartet with guest pianist/composer Armen Donelian. Jazzclub Marenzikeller Tuesday, March 10, 1:30pm Zürich University of the Arts Pianist/composer Armen Donelian presents an afternoon solo piano recital in the Concert Hall at the Winterthur campus of the Zürich University of the Arts. Donelian's sense of touch and control is astonishing. His melodies emerge from the keyboard as if magically summoned, and his harmonies and multiple reharmonizations are full of profound depth and insight. - Jazz ImprovZurich University of the Arts Tuesday & Wednesday, March 10 & 11 Zürich University of the Arts Pianist/composer Armen Donelian teaches in Switzerland at the Zürich University of the Arts as a guest lecturer during a two-week faculty exchange while his Swiss faculty counterpart, pianist/composer Adrian Frey, takes Donelian's place at The New School and William Paterson Universities. Zürich University of the Arts Thursday & Friday, March 12 & 13 Dutch Royal Conservatory of Music Pianist/composer Armen Donelian teaches in The Netherlands at the Dutch Royal Conservatory of Music in The Hague as a guest lecturer. Royal Conservatoire Saturday-Monday, March 14-April 6 Ionian University Pianist/composer Armen Donelian teaches at the Ionian University as a Fulbright Senior Specialist/Resident Guest Lecturer in Jazz Studies. Ionian University Monday, March 30, 9pm Ionian Academy Concert Hall Pianist/composer Armen Donelian performs with saxophonist Dimos Dimitriadis and the Ionian University Jazz Faculty at the Ionian Academy Concert Hall in Corfu, Greece. Ionian Academy Concert Hall at Thursday & Friday, April 2 & 3, 9:30pm Art Gallery Café Alto saxophonist Dimos Dimitriadis, Director of Jazz at the Ionian University Department of Music, leads a quartet with guest pianist/composer Armen Donelian. Art Gallery Café Sunday, April 5, 6pm Philippos Nakas Concert Hall Pianist/composer Armen Donelian performs with saxophonist Dimos Dimitriadis and the Ionian University Jazz Faculty at the Philippos Nakas Concert Hall in Athens, Greece. Philippos Nakas Conservatory Saturday, April 25, 6pm The Abode Pianist Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller.
The Abode Thursday, May 14, 8pm The Kitano Pianist Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. The Kitano is noted for its hospitality, elegant simplicity and fine cuisine. The Kitano Friday, May 15, 9:30pm Justin's on Lark Pianist Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. Justin's is the best place to hear live jazz and enjoy good food in the downtown Albany district. Justin's on Lark Saturday, May 16, 7:30pm Castle Street Cafe Pianist Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. This noted Berkshire eaterie is owned and operated by Michael Ballon, talented chef d'cuisine and culinary talk show host. Castle Street Cafe Saturday-Friday, June 27-July 3, 2009 Pianist Armen Donelian will attend this annual conference of jazz educators, representing the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music where he has taught for 21 years. Faculty concert, student combos, seminars, networking and jam sessions concluded by two student concerts. 19th Annual IASJ Jazz Meeting Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 8:30pm To launch the joint academic program between the Center for Jazz Studies, Israel Conservatory of Music and New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music where he has taught for 21 years, pianist Armen Donelian will join his colleagues and several guest artists in an evening of musical celebration. Center for Jazz Studies Saturday, July 11, 2009, 10:30pm Guitarist Rory Stuart and pianist Armen Donelian have worked together for over 25 years. They are reunited for this special engagement in a quartet with Israeli musicians, and as colleagues at the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music assisting in launching a joint academic program with the Center for Jazz Studies, Israel Conservatory of Music. Levontin 7 Monday-Friday, July 20-24, 2009, Noon-2pm (exc. Th 6/23, 2-4pm) Summery piano fare by pianist Armen Donelian including Jazz Standards, Blues, Stride, Swing, Show Tunes and, of course, Donelian's distinctive original compositions. Bryant Park Thursday-Sunday, August 13-16, 2009 When pianist Armen Donelian and saxophonist Marc Mommaas play together, Their deeply intuitive connection is its own reward (Downbeat). Download 2009 Hudson Jazz Workshop Brochure.pdf Download 2009 Hudson Jazz Workshop Application.pdf Hudson Jazz Workshop Sunday, August 16, 2009, 3pm The Hudson Jazz Workshop attracts a pool of multi-generational talent from local, regional and international areas as far away as Denmark, Japan and Armenia, and includes professionals, amateurs amd beginners just embarking on artistic careers. In this concert, they perform their works-in-progress for the public at the Hudson Opera House and are joined by their teachers, pianist Armen Donelian and saxophonist Marc Mommaas. Hudson Opera House Saturday, September 5, 2009, 7:30pm Pianist Armen Donelian in a program of his distinctive solo piano music. Kripalu Center Friday, September 25, 9:30pm Justin's on Lark Pianist Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. Justin's is the best place to hear live jazz and enjoy good food in the downtown Albany district. Justin's on Lark Saturday, September 26 Hudson Opera House Master pianist and educator Armen Donelian is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller for two special events targeted to young people! Students: Reserve your place now - don't miss this opportunity to learn from and listen to these world-class artists! 11am Workshop A three-hour, hands-on session on jazz improvisation, harmony, rhythmic and aural training, composition and repertoire. Bring your instruments. This will be serious fun! 8pm Concert The Armen Donelian Trio performs selections from their CD release, Oasis, on Sunnyside Records that received outstanding critical reviews. The Hudson Opera House Friday, October 2, 8pm Jazz Nights @ ALMA Pianist Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. ALMA a living museum and library where Armenian-Americans can visit to discover their roots and where people of all ethnic backgrounds can see how the story of the Armenian people plays a vital part within the rich cultural symphony that is America. In recent months, The Jazz Nights @ ALMA concert series has become a thriving venue for local as well as established Jazz artists including Jerry Bergonzi and John Baboian. Armenian Library and Museum of America Saturday, October 3, 7:30pm Castle Street Cafe Pianist Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, is joined by bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. This noted Berkshire eaterie is owned and operated by Michael Ballon, talented chef d'cuisine and culinary talk show host. Castle Street Cafe Friday, October 9, 2009, 5-9pm World Financial Center, New York City This second annual installment of the Monk Pianothon marks the 92nd year leading up to the 100th birthday of pianist/composer Thelonious Monk in 2017. Pianist Armen Donelian in a program that includes Aaron Diehl, Gerald Clayton, Emilio Solla, Osmany Peredes, Clarice Assad, Elio Villafranca, Christian Sands, Geri Allen, Junior Mance, Harold O'Neal, Zim Ngkawana, Emmet Cohen, Armand Hirsch and Randy Weston. The Winter Garden at World Financial Center Friday, November 6, 5:45pm & 7:15pm Philadelphia Museum af Art This evening of music inspired by the Armenian experience and culture features jazz pianist and composer Armen Donelian, whose recent CD release Oasis on Sunnyside Records garnered outstanding critical reviews, with bassist David Clark and drummer George Schuller. The trio will perform original compositions and jazz interpretations of Armenian folk songs in Art After 5 at The Philadelphia Museum of Art, which houses a vast collection of art from around the world. Philadelphia Museum of Art Saturday, November 14, 2009, 7:30pm Kripalu Center Pianist Armen Donelian in a concert of his distinctive solo piano music. Kripalu Center Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:30pm Spreeman Piano Innovations Pianist Armen Donelian in a concert of his distinctive solo piano music. Spreeman Piano Innovations Friday, December 4, 2009, 7:30pm Pianist Armen Donelian in a concert of his distinctive solo piano music. Camphill Village Thursday, December 10, 2009, 7:00pm New School Jazz Performance Space Talented young artists under the direction of Armen Donelian perform the music of one of today's living Jazz legends, saxophonist Sonny Rollins, in a concert of his signature compositions.
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