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Jazz Cafe with Paula Atherton
June 9, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Join us for our June Jazz Cafe featuring saxophonist and singer Paula Atherton!
Paula Atherton is a smooth jazz singer, saxophonist, and songwriter from New York City who creates soulful, groove-oriented contemporary jazz with blues, Latin, and R&B flourishes. Paula has shared the stage with many well know jazz artists such as Gerald Albright, the Rippingtons, and Hiroshima, to name a few. Working closely with guitarist/producer Nick Colionne, she has issued several Top 20 Billboard Smooth Jazz songs, and performs continuously throughout the US and Europe.
FEATURING
Paula Atherton Vocals/Saxophone • Jerry McDonald Bass • Stu Waters Piano • Peter Greco Drums
Doors at 6:30. Open mic hour follows our featured artist. $10 Members, $15 non-members. Refreshments available (wine, beer, soda).
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About the Ethical NYC Jazz Cafe:
“Wonderful! A step back in time.” -D. Berkowitz, Asheville, NC
“Totally delighted the whole evening! Classic intimate place, delightful people, and energy the whole time!” – W. T., Brentwood, New York, NY
“The venue for the music was wonderful. There were round tables complete with table cloths and nice mood lighting. The chandeliers were dimmed and it was a nightclub atmosphere. The music was excellent and then there was an open mic so I got to see a number of talented neighborhood folks get up and do their thing. Some people even felt moved to dance. I loved it!” -G. Walsh, Fair Lawn NJ
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Jerry McDonald – Bass
Jerry is a native LI/NYC bassist who performs on both the upright bass and electric bass. After being introduced to the great Jazz-Fusion bassist Jaco Pastorius, Jerry’s desire to study the tradition of Jazz Music was born. His musical journey, however, has led to many noteworthy performances in both Jazz and Rock genres. Jerry has had the opportunity to perform with Carl Allen, Dan Faulk, Rufus Reid Bass Quartet, Earl Williams, Tim Siciliano, Mark Marino, Tim Regusis, Steve Salerno, Ron Affif, Swingset Quartet, Jack Licitra, and The Al Miller Big Band. He has also toured with vocalist Anastasia Renee and her Quartet in Russia, as well as with Beledo Accoustic Trio in Puerto Rico. He’s played electric bass for Soul Revival, a funk R&B Band, performing at many clubs and events throughout the New York tri-state area and northeastern United States.
Stu Waters – Piano
Stu is an accomplished pianist and vocalist, classically trained in piano at the Juilliard Prep School. Stuart started performing professionally at age 13 when he became involved in jazz and blues. At age 15, he was featured as a rising star on WQXR Radio’s “Young America Plays”. He has performed throughout the United States, and his performance and studio credits include projects with Joe Carbone, Joe Carter, Paula Atherton, Earl Williams, Walter Perkins, James Cammack, Chasey Dean and Rose Gunter.
Peter Greco – Drums
Peter Greco – a New York based drummer has been involved in all areas of the local music scene and drum education for over 30 years. A Modern Drummer Magazine educational video contributor, endorsed and sponsored by drum companies such as Vic Firth, Sabian, Kickport & Hudson Music Video, Peter performs in drum clinics passing on his knowledge and passion for drumming to many an eager audience. Settings you may see him in would be the backing of shows and concerts such as Joe Piscopo, Sal ‘The Voice’ Valentinetti and others in his position as drummer for the 18 piece NMJB jazz band. In addition to a busy performance schedule, Peter has a state-of-the-art multimedia drum studio where he teaches, writes drum books and records instructional videos in an effort to offer the finest in drum lessons and drum education.
