The Drake Smith Jr. Quintet August 13th Papacelle Ristorante Avon CT
The Drake Smith Jr. Quintet takes the stage at Papacelle Summers on the Patio Music Series on Thursday, August 13th. Jazz trombonist Drake Smith Jr. is causing a sensation in the jazz community. Just turning 18, Drake Jr. has played with jazz trombone legends Eddie Bert, Steve Davis and Bill Watrous. He also has played with Jan & Dean and the Surf City All-Stars, 60s folk rock duo Chad and Jeremy and The Nelson Riddle Orchestra. Recently he had his recording debut on Al Thompson's album "City Mainstream," released on the Alcalgar label. Marshall McDonald, lead alto saxophonist for the Count Basie Orchestra, says, "Drake Smith Jr. has a maturity and thoughtfulness of playing well beyond his years. Keep an eye on this young lion. This kid is the future of jazz." This will be the last chance to see Drake perform before he heads off to LA to study jazz trombone with Bill Watrous at USC.
VIP table seating is available by reservation for $10 per person, which includes the concert and your first drink free. Reserve your seat today by calling (860) 269-3121. Standees and seating on the lawn are free. Papacelle Ristorante is located at 152 Simsbury Road Bldg #9, Riverdale Farms, Avon CT 06001. Reserve your VIP seating early. All concerts will begin at 7:30 p.m. and will feature two sets. Call 860-269-3121. Click here for more information about Papcelle Ristorante
Congratulations Eddie Bert !!
Eddie is a 2009 inductee to
The American Jazz Hall of Fame !!
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It was a pleasure to work with my old friend Al Thompson, be free to arrange such wonderful and challenging music and to work with the many talented musicians represented here on this recording. This CD marks Drake Smith Jr's recording debut. You can here his solo on "From The Beginning" by clicking here! Just click on the album cover to purchase this CD.
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