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2011
Friday and Saturday, March 18-19, 9:30pm to 12am
Armen Donelian Group / CD Release Celebration (Sunnyside)
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
183 West 10th Street
New York City, NY
(212) 252-5091
www.corneliastreetcafe.com
Saturday, February 26, 11am
Armen Donelian Solo Piano
Villa Sträuli
Armen Donelian, solo piano
Villa Sträuli
Museumstrasse 60
Winterthur, Switzerland
+41 (52) 260-0613
www.villastraeuli.ch
Saturday, February 26, 8pm
Armen Donelian w/Swiss friends
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
Waldmannstrasse 12
Zurich, Switzerland
+41 (43) 305-4070
www.mehrspur.ch
Friday, February 11, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
201 Division Street and Esther Street
Peekskill, NY
(914) 737-1701
www.beanrunnercafe.com
Saturday, February 5, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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.”
David Clark, a professor of bass at Berklee College of Music, and George Schuller, the son of noted composer Gunther Schuller and a New York City-based bandleader and record producer with a pedigree musical upbringing, have been Donelian’s band mates for six years. They support and encourage him through lively interplay and a mutual exchange of ideas. The trio’s repertoire will include selections from Donelian’s distinctive originals and standards from the American songbook recorded on their recent CD, Oasis (Sunnyside).
Colby College
Lorimer Chapel
4000 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME
For more information contact the Music department at (207) 859-5670.
www.colby.edu
2010
Wednesday, January 13, 8pm
Armen Donelian, Solo Piano
Mark Murphy's Music
South Orange, NJ
Pianist/composer Armen Donelian in a concert of his distinctive solo piano music.
Mark Murphy's Music
23-27 Scotland Road
South Orange, NJ
(973) 378-2540
Info: www.markmurphysmusic.com
Thursday, February 18, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian, Solo Piano
14th Annual Bunny Just Piano Festival
Mankato, MN
Pianist/composer Armen Donelian in a concert of his distinctive solo piano music.
Mankato State University
Elias J. Halling Recital Hall
Performing Arts Center
320 Maywood Avenue
Mankato, MN
(507) 389-5547
Info: www.mnsu.edu
Sunday, February 21, 8:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
Porgy & Bess
Vienna, Austria
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
Riemergasse 11
Vienna, Austria
(43) (1) 512-8811
Info: www.porgy.at
Friday, February 26, 8:00pm
Armen Donelian Quartet
Ortenburger Keller in Porcia Castle
Spittal an der Drau, Austria
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
Burgplatz 1
Spittal an der Drau, Austria
Info: (43) (4762) 565-0223
Sunday, February 28, 1:00pm
Armen Donelian Quartet
Raj
Klagenfurt, Austria
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
Badgasse 7
Klagenfurt, Austria
(43) (463) 507-917
Info: www.innenhofkultur.at
Sunday, March 7, 7pm
William Paterson Jazz Faculty Quartet/Palestine Tour
Edward Said National Conservatory of Music
David Demsey, saxophone
Armen Donelian, piano
Steve Laspina, bass
Rich DeRosa, drums
and ESNCM Students
Edward Said National Conservatory of Music
Radio Street
Ramallah, Palestine
(972) (2) 295-9070
ncm.birzeit.edu
Tuesday, March 9, 7pm
William Paterson Jazz Faculty Quartet/Palestine Tour
Bethlehem Peace Center
David Demsey, saxophone
Armen Donelian, piano
Steve Laspina, bass
Rich DeRosa, drums
and ESNCM Students
Bethlehem Peace Center
Manger Square
Bethlehem, Palestine
(972) (2) 276-6677
www.peacenter.org
Wednesday, March 10, 7pm
William Paterson Jazz Faculty Quartet/Palestine Tour
Edward Said National Conservatory of Music
David Demsey, saxophone
Armen Donelian, piano
Steve Laspina, bass
Rich DeRosa, drums
and ESNCM
Edward Said National Conservatory of Music
20 Azzahra' Street
Jerusalem, Palestine
(972) (2) 626-3230
ncm.birzeit.edu
Friday, March 26, 9:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
301 Lark Street
Albany, NY
(518) 436-7008
www.justinsonlark.com
Saturday, March 27, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
10 Castle Street
Great Barrington, MA
(413) 528-5244
www.castlestreetcafe.com
Friday, April 9, 9pm
Armen Donelian Quintet
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
29 Cornelia Street
New York City, NY
(212) 989-9319
www.corneliastreetcafe.com
Sunday, April 11, 3-7pm
Schenectady Musical Union presents
Tribute to Jack Fragomeni
Proctor's Theater
Mike Benedict Quartet w/Lee Russo, Mike DelPrete & Mark Foster
Yuko Kishimoto Trio w/Mike Lawrence & Pete Sweeney
Brian Patenaude Quartet w/Armen Donelian, Mike DelPrete & Danny Whelchel
Fragomeni Tribute Trio: Armen Donelian, Mitch Seidman and Steve Laspina
Sketches of Influence: Dylan Cantebury, Keith Pray, Dave Gleason, Lou Smaldone & Joe Barna
The Muddy Cup in the Proctor's Arcade
432 State Street
Schenectady, NY
(518) 346-6204
www.proctors.org
Sunday, April 11, 9pm
Brian Patenaude/Armen Donelian Duo
Justin's on Lark
Brian Patenaude, saxophone
Armen Donelian, piano
Justin's on Lark
301 Lark Street
Albany, NY
(518) 436-7008
www.justinsonlark.com
Saturday, April 17, 6pm
Armen Donelian / David Clark Duo
Hope Project / Benefit Concert
The Abode
Armen Donelian, piano
David Clark, bass
The Abode
5 Abode Road
New Lebanon, NY
(518) 794-8090
www.theabode.net
Thursday, April 22, 7pm
New School Spring 2010 Ensemble and Recital Series:
Music of Chick Corea, directed by Armen Donelian
New School Jazz Performance Space
| Dane Alexander, alto sax | Martha Kato, piano |
| Goh Izawa, drums | Darrell Smith, drums |
| Max Johnson, bass | Kevin Wang, guitar |
New School Jazz Performance Space
55 West 13 Street 5th Floor
New York, NY
(212) 229-5896
newschool.edu/jazz
Friday, April 23, 8:30pm
Armen Donelian Quintet
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
45 Crown Street
New Haven, CT
(203) 785-0468
firehouse12.com
Friday April 30-Saturday, May 1, 7pm
Armen Donelian Solo Piano
The MayFlower Inn
Armen Donelian, piano
The MayFlower Inn
118 Woodbury Road
Washington Depot, CT
(860) 868-9466
www.mayflowerinn.com
Sunday, May 23, 3pm
ACOM presents
Armen Donelian Solo Piano
Robert Bell Group (opening act)
St. Sahag Armenian Church
Armen Donelian, piano
St. Sahag Armenian Church
203 North Howell Street
St. Paul, MN
(651) 603-1940
www.saintsahag.com or
Armenian Cultural Organization of Minnesota (ACOM)
(651) 639-9346
www.mnarmenians.org
Tuesday, June 15, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
34 Bates Street
Methuen, MA
(413) 683-9200
www.jockosjazz.com
Thursday, June 17, 8:00pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
1627 Beacon Street
Brookline, MA
(617) 566-3340
www.vernissagerestaurant.com
Friday, June 18, 9:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
301 Lark Street
Albany, NY
(518) 436-7008
www.justinsonlark.com
Saturday, June 19, 8pm
Armen Donelian Duo w/David Clark, bass
Marché at 74 State
Albany, NY
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
74 State Street
Albany, NY
(518) 434-7410
Info: www.74state.com
Monday-Friday, July 26-30, 12:30pm*
Armen Donelian Solo Piano
Piano in Bryant Park
Armen Donelian, piano
*2pm on Thursday, July 29
Bryant Park
Situated behind the New York Public Library in midtown Manhattan
Between 40th and 42nd Streets & Fifth and Sixth Avenues
New York City
(212) 768-4242
www.bryantpark.org
Thursday-Sunday, August 12-15
2010 Hudson Jazz Workshop
with Armen Donelian & Marc Mommaas
w/Special Guest, Jim McNeely
When pianist Armen Donelian and saxophonist Marc Mommaas play together, Their deeply intuitive connection is its own reward (Downbeat).
Also inspiring master teachers, Armen and Marc present their fourth annual Hudson Jazz Workshop, an intimate summer jazz duo program and concert (see August 15) produced by Hudson Jazzworks. Improvisation, composition, technique, ensemble playing, practice routines, and artist life issues are some of the topics covered. Vegetarian meals and housing are included. Enrollment is limited to allow for an in-depth learning experience. We welcome all musicians aspiring to advanced level work.
On Sunday, August 15, the Grammy-winning pianist, arranger, bandleader, recording artist, teacher, author and composer-in-residence of the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, Jim McNeely, will teach at the workshop during the morning session.
For more information or to obtain an application or brochure, please visit www.hudsonjazzworks.org.
Hudson Jazz Workshop
338 Kipp Road
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 822-1640
Hudson Jazzworks is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization.
Sunday, August 15, 3pm
2010 Hudson Jazz Workshop Faculty/Student Concert with Armen Donelian and Marc Mommaas
Special Concert Guest, Jim McNeely
Hudson Opera House
Hudson, NY
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.
Special Concert Guest is the the Grammy-winning pianist, arranger, bandleader, recording artist, teacher, author and composer-in-residence of the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, Jim McNeely.
Hudson Opera House
327 Warren Street
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 822-1438
hudsonoperahouse.org
Saturday, October 2, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
10 Castle Street
Great Barrington, MA
(413) 528-5244
www.castlestreetcafe.com
Friday, November 19, 9:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
301 Lark Street
Albany, NY
(518) 436-7008
www.justinsonlark.com
Saturday, November 20, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
10 Castle Street
Great Barrington, MA
(413) 528-5244
www.castlestreetcafe.com
2009
Tuesday & Wednesday, March 3 & 4
Armen Donelian, Guest Lecturer
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
Department of Music - Zürich
Waldmannstrasse 12
CH-8001 Zürich
Switzerland
(41) 43/305-4070
www.zhdk.ch
Thursday & Friday, March 5 & 6
Armen Donelian, Guest Lecturer
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
Department of Jazz
Moserhofgasse 39-41
A-8010 Graz
Austria
(43) 316/389-5100
www.kug.ac.at
Saturday, March 7, TBA
Karlheinz Miklin Quartet with
Guest Pianist Armen Donelian
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
Bahnhofstrasse 14
Leibnitz, 843ß
Austria
(43) 3391-2245
www.kael.at
Tuesday, March 10, 1:30pm
Armen Donelian Solo Piano Recital
Midday Forum in the Concert Hall
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
Department of Music - Winterthur
Tössertobelstrasse 1
CH-8400 Winterthur
Switzerland
(41) 52/268-1500
www.zhdk.ch
Tuesday & Wednesday, March 10 & 11
Armen Donelian, Guest Lecturer
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
Department of Music - Zürich
Waldmannstrasse 12
CH-8001 Zürich
Switzerland
(41) 43/305-4070
www.zhdk.ch
Thursday & Friday, March 12 & 13
Armen Donelian, Guest Lecturer
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
Department of Jazz
Juliana van Stolberglaan 1
2595 CA The Hague
The Netherlands
(31) 703151518
www.koncon.nl
Saturday-Monday, March 14-April 6
Fulbright Foundation and Ionian University Music Department present
Armen Donelian, Fulbright Senior Specialist/Resident Lecturer in Jazz Studies
Ionian University
Pianist/composer Armen Donelian teaches at the Ionian University as a Fulbright Senior Specialist/Resident Guest Lecturer in Jazz Studies.
Ionian University
Department of Music
7, Rizospaston Voulefton Avenue
49100 Corfu
Greece
(30) 26610 87609
ionio.gr
Monday, March 30, 9pm
Fulbright Foundation and Ionian University Music Department present
Armen Donelian
with Dimos Dimitriadis and the Ionian University Jazz Faculty
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
Ionian University
Kapodistriou Street at the Southern tip of Spianada Square
49100 Corfu
Greece
(30) 26610 87609
ionio.gr
Map
Thursday & Friday, April 2 & 3, 9:30pm
Dimos Dimitriadis Quartet with
Guest Pianist Armen Donelian
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
Voula
Athens
Greece
(30) 210-895-8866
artgallerycafe.gr
Sunday, April 5, 6pm
Fulbright Foundation and Ionian University Music Department present
Armen Donelian
with Dimos Dimitriadis and the Ionian University Jazz Faculty
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
41 Hippocratous Street
106 80 Athens
Greece
(30) 1-363-4000, 363-3583 or 364-4297
nireas.nakas.gr
Saturday, April 25, 6pm
Armen Donelian Trio
Hope Project / Benefit Concert
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 Hope Project was founded in 1980 by the Sufi teacher Pir Vilayat Inayat Khan to enable poor people in India to help themselves.
The Abode
5 Abode Road
New Lebanon, NY
(518) 794-8090
www.theabode.net
Thursday, May 14, 8pm
Armen Donelian Trio
(only New York City-region appearance this season!)
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
66 Park Avenue at 38th Street
New York, NY
(212) 885-7000
www.kitano.com
Friday, May 15, 9:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
301 Lark Street
Albany, NY
(518) 436-7008
www.justinsonlark.com
Saturday, May 16, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
10 Castle Street
Great Barrington, MA
(413) 528-5244
www.castlestreetcafe.com
Saturday-Friday, June 27-July 3, 2009
19th Annual International Association of Schools of Jazz (IASJ) Jazz Meeting
Lucerne, Switzerland
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
Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Host
Prof. Hämi Hämmerli, Jazz Department Head
Zentralstrasse 18
CH-6003 Luzern
Luzern, Switzerland
(011) (41) (40) 226-0370 (office)
(011) (41) (41) 412-2056 (Jolanda Vujasinovic, assistant)
Email: iasj@hslu.ch
Info: www.iasj.com and www.hslu.ch/iasj
Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 8:30pm
Armen Donelian, Solo Piano
Gala Concert of the Center for Jazz Studies, Israel Conservatory of Music and New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music
Tel Aviv, Israel
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
Israel Conservatory of Music
193 Ben Yehuda Street
Tel Aviv, Israel
Concert location:
HaYahalom Theater
3 HaYetzira Street, Ramat Gan
(011) (972) (77) 200-1692
Email: jazz@icm.org.il
Info: icm.org.il
Saturday, July 11, 2009, 10:30pm
Rory Stuart Quartet w/Guest Pianist Armen Donelian
Levontin 7
Tel Aviv, Israel
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
7 Levontin Street
Tel Aviv, Israel
(011) (972) (3) 560-5084
Email: levontin7.com/contact
Info: levontin7.com
Monday-Friday, July 20-24, 2009, Noon-2pm (exc. Th 6/23, 2-4pm)
Armen Donelian
Piano in the Park
Bryant Park, New York City
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
Bryant Park is situated behind the New York Public Library in midtown Manhattan, between 40th and 42nd Streets & Fifth and Sixth Avenues.
The piano is located on the Upper Terrace Monday through Friday.
New York, NY
(212) 768-4242
Info: www.bryantpark.org
Thursday-Sunday, August 13-16, 2009
2009 Hudson Jazz Wokshop
with Armen Donelian & Marc Mommaas
w/Special Guest, David Liebman
When pianist Armen Donelian and saxophonist Marc Mommaas play together, Their deeply intuitive connection is its own reward (Downbeat).
Both inspiring master teachers, Armen and Marc present the third annual installment of this intimate summer jazz duo workshop and concert program (see August 16). Improvisation, composition, technique, ensemble playing, practice routines, and artist life issues are some of the topics covered. Vegetarian meals and housing included. Enrollment is limited to allow for an in-depth learning experience. We welcome all musicians aspiring to advanced level work.
On Sunday, August 16, the distinguished saxophonist, composer, bandleader, recording artist, teacher, author and founder of the IASJ, David Liebman, a renaissance man in contemporary music, will teach at the workshop during the morning session. All hyperbole aside, Liebman demonstrates remarkable intellect, power and clarity as a teacher and performer in demand throughout the world.
David Liebman wrote in the liner notes to Armen and Marc's acclaimed live concert CD, All Or Nothing At All (Sunnyside): The duo’s artistry is at the highest level because they are in full communication with each other, the music and the audience as well.
Download 2009 Hudson Jazz Workshop Brochure.pdf
Download 2009 Hudson Jazz Workshop Application.pdf
Hudson Jazz Workshop
338 Kipp Road
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 822-1640
Email Armen Donelian
Email Marc Mommaas
www.armenjazz.com
www.mommaas.com
Sunday, August 16, 2009, 3pm
2009 Hudson Jazz Wokshop Student Concert with Armen Donelian and Marc Mommaas
Special Concert Guest, David Liebman
Hudson Opera House
Hudson, NY
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.
Special Concert Guest is the distinguished saxophonist, composer, bandleader, recording artist, teacher, author and founder of the IASJ, David Liebman, a renaissance man in contemporary music.
Hudson Opera House
327 Warren Street
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 822-1438
hudsonoperahouse.org
Saturday, September 5, 2009, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian, Solo Piano
Kripalu Center
Lenox, MA
Pianist Armen Donelian in a program of his distinctive solo piano music.
Kripalu Center
57 Interlaken Road
Stockbridge, MA
(413) 448-3152
Info: www.kripalu.org
Friday, September 25, 9:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
301 Lark Street
Albany, NY
(518) 436-7008
www.justinsonlark.com
Saturday, September 26
NYSCA & CCCA present
Workshop and Concert - both free for students
with The Armen Donelian Trio
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!
WORKSHOP REGISTRATION: $10. Adults. High school-age students free. Application form available by clicking here or call (518) 822-1640 to reserve your place. Auditors of all ages welcome - registration not required, just walk in.
8pm Concert
The Armen Donelian Trio performs selections from their CD release, Oasis, on Sunnyside Records that received outstanding critical reviews.
Quickly establishes a high level of musical discourse and never falters from it. - Jazz Times
Refreshingly free of stiffness or pretense…An oasis of honest, multifaceted, breathing music. - All About Jazz
CONCERT ADMISSION: $10. Adults. Students free. Reservation form available by clicking here or call (518) 822-1640 to reserve your place.
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Download Flyer.pdf
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The Hudson Opera House
327 Warren Street
Hudson, NY
(518) 822-1438
www.hudsonoperahouse.org
These events are made possible by public funds from the Decentralization Program of the New York State Council on the Arts,
administered through the Twin Counties Cultural Fund in Columbia County by the Columbia County Council on the Arts.
Thanks also go to The Abode of the Message and The Hudson Opera House.
Friday, October 2, 8pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
65 Main Street
Watertown, MA
(617) 926-2562
www.almainc.org
Saturday, October 3, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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
10 Castle Street
Great Barrington, MA
(413) 528-5244
www.castlestreetcafe.com
Friday, October 9, 2009, 5-9pm
Armen Donelian, Solo Piano and others
Monk at 92 Pianothon
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
220 Vesey Street
New York, NY
Info: www.artsworldfinancialcenter.com
Friday, November 6, 5:45pm & 7:15pm
Armen Donelian Trio
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.
This performance is being held in conjunction with Arshile Gorky: A Retrospective. This exhibition celebrates the Armenian-born artist Arshile Gorky, a seminal figure in the movement toward abstraction that transformed American art. Admission to the Gorky retrospective is free with Museum admission.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Great Stair Hall
26th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 763-8100
www.philamuseum.org
Saturday, November 14, 2009, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian, Solo Piano
Kripalu Center
Pianist Armen Donelian in a concert of his distinctive solo piano music.
Kripalu Center
57 Interlaken Road
Stockbridge, MA
(413) 448-3152
Info: www.kripalu.org
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian, Solo Piano
Spreeman Piano Innovations
Pianist Armen Donelian in a concert of his distinctive solo piano music.
Spreeman Piano Innovations
7898 East Acoma Drive
Suite 105
Scottsdale, AZ
(480) 664-3702
Info: www.spreemanpianoinnovations.com
Friday, December 4, 2009, 7:30pm
Armen Donelian, Solo Piano
Café at Camphill Village
Copake, NY
Pianist Armen Donelian in a concert of his distinctive solo piano music.
Camphill Village
84 Camphill Road
Copake, NY
(518) 329-7919
Info: www.camphillvillage.org
Thursday, December 10, 2009, 7:00pm
Fall 2009 Ensemble & Recital Series
The Music of Sonny Rollins, directed by Armen Donelian
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.
| Alon Abagli, Guitar | Nitzan Gavrieli, Piano |
| Josh Kwassman, Alto Sax | Robert Lee, Tenor Sax |
| Christian Nourijanian, Piano | Rick Rosato, Bass |
Darrell Smith, Drums |
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New School Jazz
55 West 13 Street
New York, NY
(212) 229-5896
Info: www.newschool.edu/jazz