- Annette A. Aguilar & Stringbeans
- Charles Moore Percussion Ensemble
- Féraba; African Music and Percussion
- Harlem Blues & Jazz Band
- Heritage O.P.
- Kevin Nathaniel
- Naomi Miller
- Orlando Marin Ensemble
- Percy Brice
- Sarah McLawler & Les Femmes Jazz
- Senor Lucky Blues Band
- Sonido Costeno
- Tom Smith Ensemble & Big Band
- Tony Terrell Caribbean Jazz Quartet
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November
Rhythm Journeys: Masters of World Music and Dance performance featuring Irene Koloseus’ Feraba: African Rhythm Tap Dance Company
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Orlando Marin: The Last Mambo King- Music concert featuring the Orlando Marin Quintet
October
Rhythm Journeys with performances by The Charles Moore Dance Theatre and Dance Workshops featuring Wayne Daniels
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Special programming in November featuring Witch Bungle and Teddy Williams
September
Sept & Nov music performances of Rhythm Journeys
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Free World Beat performances to feature Feraba; Burdetsky Family Circus duet in Brooklyn
January
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CPI presents Winter Programs
2007
Fall performances of Rhythm Journeys feat. 3 composers
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Circuit Productions Inc. (CPI) is supported, in part, with public funds from New York State Council on the Arts and the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.
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- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -The New York State Music Fund published guidelines and criteria and accepted grant applications in a number of categories, including music education and public performances of music by artists working in hip hop, reggae, fusion, jazz, classical and folk music of all cultures.
Applications related to recording, distribution, or broadcast through traditional or new media were also eligible. Special emphasis was placed on reaching underserved populations and broadening awareness of artists, genres or styles with limited access to commercial broadcast or other mass distribution vehicles.
Advisory Panels comprised of recognized leaders from a cross-section of the music world evaluated and recommended applications based on criteria focusing on artistic merit and community impact. The award to Circuit Productions was among nearly 400 grants totaling more than $35 million made by the Music Fund.
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For press and publicity inquiries please contact: Serena Rockower, Bookings/Outreach
Circuit Productions, Inc. || Ph/Fax: (718) 638-4878
2008 November | Brooklyn, New York
Upcoming Programming at Circuit Productions in November 2008
// “Rhythm Journeys: Masters of World Music and Dance” – performance featuring Irene Koloseus’ Feraba: African Rhythm Tap Dance Company
// “Rhythm Journeys” - Orlando Marin: The Last Mambo King- Music concert featuring the Orlando Marin Quintet
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November 1, 2008 – Circuit Productions, Inc., announced today that Rhythm Journeys: Masters of World Music and Dance will feature free performances and workshops in the Bronx and Nassau County, produced by Susan Goldbetter during November 2008. The entire series – from September 2008 through June 2009, consists of dozens of free concerts throughout Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Bronx, and Nassau County, focusing on world music and dance.
FERABA: IRENE KOLOSEUS AND ANDY ALGIRE
. . . . Sunday, November 16, 2008 from 3:00-4:00 PM
. . . . Free Tap and African Lecture Demonstration
. . . . Uniondale Library 400 Uniondale Avenue,
Uniondale, LI, New York 11553-1995
. . . . Information/Directions: 516.489.2220
Come celebrate West African and American dance and drumming with two members of Irene Koloseus’s Feraba: African Rhythm Tap Dance Company. Koloseus, the group’s founder/Artistic Director will perform with Andy Algire, the group’s percussionist/Musical Director. The acclaimed company led the late tap dancer, Gregory Hines to exclaim, “I’ve never seen anything like it!” The two recently returned with the full company from a tour of West Africa. Be prepared for a lecture demonstration that includes YOU!
ORLANDO MARIN - THE LAST MAMBO KING
. . . . Saturday, November 22, 2008 from 2:30-3:30 PM
. . . . Bronx Library Center, 310 East Kingsbridge Road,
Bronx, New York 10458
. . . . Information/Directions: 718.579.4244
Orlando Marin grew up in the Bronx on Longwood Avenue around Dawson Street. It is the same neighborhood that many great Latin musicians came from. He is self-taught having picked up lessons from guys like Joe Rodriguez who studied with Machito's timbale player, Uba Nieto. (Orlando didn't have the money for the lessons at the time).
Orlando is one of the few drummer/bandleaders, who since the early 1950’s formed his own band. It was his first -a trio- featuring the 14-year old Eddie Palmieri on piano. His first singer with the band was Joe Quijano and the bass player was David Perez. Orlando can claim to be, at the time of this interview, the second longest running Latin band in New York, after Tito Puente's. The era that he was part of is referred to as "The Era of The Pioneers", and the decade of the 1950s is surely the greatest era of Latin music. Today Orlando continues to perform regularly at festivals, colleges, libraries, museums and health facilities including nursing homes and hospitals.
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2008 October | Brooklyn, New York
Upcoming Programming at Circuit Productions in October 2008
// “Rhythm Journeys: Masters of World Music and Dance” – performance featuring Charles Moore Dance Theatre at the newly renovated Brooklyn Children’s Museum.
// “Rhythm Journeys” - Dance workshops featuring choreographer Wayne Daniels
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Circuit Productions, Inc., announced today that RHYTHM JOURNEYS: MASTERS OF WORLD MUSIC AND DANCE will feature free performances and workshops in Brooklyn, produced by Susan Goldbetter during October, 2008. The entire series – from September, 2008 through June 2009, consists of dozens of free concerts throughout Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the Bronx, focusing on world music and dance.
CHARLES MOORE DANCE THEATRE
. . . . Friday, October 10, 2008 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM
. . . . Free Open House Fridays
. . . . Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 145 Brooklyn Avenue
. . . . Information/Directions: 718/735-4400
Come celebrate West Indian/Caribbean dance and drumming with the Charles Moore Dance Theatre. The acclaimed company was founded in 1974 by the late Charles Moore and Ella Thompson Moore and has appeared at many venues in New York City, including Lincoln Center, and on the PBS "Great Performances" Series.
WAYNE DANIELS: “FROM JAZZ TO HIP” - DANCE WORKSHOP
. . . . Thursday, October 16, 2008 at 4:00 PM
. . . . Jamaica Bay Library, 9727 Seaview Ave at E.98th Street, Bklyn
. . . . Information/Directions: 718/241-3571
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. . . . Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at 6:30 PM
. . . . Bedford Library, 496 Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn
. . . . Information/Directions: 718/623-0012
Join Wayne Daniels for a hands-on workshop of dance popular in New York from early 20th century to the present. Through the use of dance techniques and participation the student learns how jazz dance relates to more contemporary styles including Hip-Hop.
Special Programming at Circuit Productions in November 2008
// “Witch Bungle” –performance featuring puppeteer Theresa Linnihan.
// “Learn to Dance” workshop featuring choreographer Teddy Williams.
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Circuit Productions, Inc., announced today that two special Fall 2008 programs will take place in collaboration with Brooklyn Public Library’s Youth and Adult programming divisions. The first, “Witch Bungle” features puppeteer Theresa Linnihan and targets toddlers and their families. It will take place at the S. Steven Dweck Cultural Center at Central Library in Brooklyn on November 1st at 1pm. The second –“Learn to Dance” with Teddy Williams - is a hands-on workshop geared to adults and seniors in Broadway-style dance. The workshop also takes place on November 1st at Bay Ridge Library.
Annually, Circuit Productions provides free music, dance and theater arts performances and workshops throughout the city in collaboration with museums, libraries, senior and youth centers, schools and colleges. On November 1, 2008 puppeteer, Theresa Linnihan presents Witch Bungle- a puppet show in verse. “Bungle” is a creative witch who always ruins her own spells! Consequently, she cooks up dragons who lisp and bashful giants. Meanwhile gentle goblins and a crowd of “misfits” hide in all her closets to the disapproval of other witches. Linnihan’s original fable delights young audiences with the use of shadow puppets and an illustrated “cranky” – a special puppetry tool. Linnihan was reared in the Minneapolis Children's Theatre Company. She’s performed with Bread and Puppet Theatre, appeared at Lincoln Center Out-of-Doors Festival as a partner in the Puppeteers Cooperative and was the production manager for Golem at the Jim Henson International Puppet Theatre. For details and information on Witch Bungle contact Central Library at 718-369-9385, ext.153.
Broadway veteran and choreographer, Teddy Williams will give a dance workshop to adults and seniors on November 1st at Bay Ridge Library. Join Williams, as he takes you through the moves and grooves of one of Broadway’s most beloved musicals, The Wiz. Audience participation a must – wear comfortable shoes and clothing and get ready to move! Williams (Actor, Singer, Dancer) has appeared on Broadway in Hello Dolly! Pajama Game, The Happy Time and Within These Gates. In addition he’s appeared nationally and internationally in musical comedy festivals, theaters and as a celebrity on Australia’s national television network. For information contact Bay Ridge Library at: 718-748-5709.
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2008 September | Brooklyn, New York
Circuit Productions, Inc. presents Fall 2008 Presentations of Rhythm Journeys: Masters of World Music and Dance
// Fall dance/music performances of Rhythm Journeys will take place at Brooklyn and Bronx Public Libraries. Performances to feature Tony Terrell Caribbean Jazz Quartet; Orlando Marin -“The Last Mambo King” and his Quintet; and the Charles Moore Dance Theatre.
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Circuit Productions, Inc., announced today that Fall 2008 programs would feature the work of three featured music artists and ensembles for RHYTHM JOURNEYS: MASTERS OF WORLD MUSIC AND DANCE. The project showcases Jazz, African and world music/dance in collaboration with Brooklyn and Bronx Public Library. Circuit Productions, through both of its community outreach series will provide new music and live performances presenting senior and emerging artists in a range of culturally relevant programming aimed primarily at youth and family audiences. “Circuit Productions has been successful at preserving multi-cultural traditions in music and dance by booking artists with tremendous talent for the Rhythm Journeys series”, said Serena Rockower, Bookings and Outreach Director.
On Saturday, September 6th, 2008 2:30-3:30pm Performance by Tony Terrell Caribbean Jazz Quartet at the Bronx Public Library Center, 310 East Kingsbridge Road, Bronx, NY 10458. The Tony Terrell Caribbean Jazz Quartet presents a unique blend of musical styles, Reggae, Calypso, Jazz, Latin and R&B. Tony Terrell, founder, bandleader, and steel pan player brings to the group a broad musical background. In particular his jazz influenced playing style gives the group a distinctive sound while still maintaining the traditional Caribbean flavor. Info/Directions: 718-579-4244.
On Saturday, September 13th, 2008 2:00-3:00pm Performance with the Charles Moore Dance Theatre at Brooklyn’s Central Library located, outside on the Plaza 10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11238. The company is presently the oldest professional dance company in Brooklyn. Founded in 1974 by two contemporary choreographers, the late Charles Moore and Ella Thompson Moore, the company’s colorful African, Caribbean and African-American dance programs have thrilled New York audiences for years. In the event of rain the performance will be held inside at the S. Stevan Dweck Center. Info/Directions: 718-369-9385
On Friday, October 10th, 2008 6:30-7:30pm another performance with Charles Moore Dance Theatre will be held at Brooklyn Children’s Museum’s Free Family Fridays, 145 Brooklyn Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11213. Info/Directions: 718-735-4400.
On Saturday November 22nd, 2008 2:30pm Performance by Orlando Marin – The Last Mambo King – and his Quintet at Bronx Library Center, 310 East Kingsbridge Road, Bronx, NY 10458. Orlando Marin “The Last Mambo King” is best known for his timbale playing, but he is skilled at conga and bongo as well. While he's the timbale player for his band, Orlando has sung lead vocal for most of his career, having begun his career with Latin legends like Tito Puente. Info/Directions: 718-579-4244.
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2008 May | Brooklyn, New York
Circuit Productions, Inc. presents Spring Presentations of Rhythm Journeys: Masters of Jazz and World Music and World Beat: Study of Diverse Cultures in NYC
// June music performances of Rhythm Journeys will take place at Museum of the City of New York, The Fort Green Market Concerts and the Harlem Meer Performance Festival
// Free World Beat performances to feature Feraba- African drumming and tap dance; Burdetsky Family Circus duet with dancing dogs at Brooklyn venues.
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Circuit Productions, Inc., announced today that Spring 2008 programs will feature the work of three featured music ensembles for RHYTHM JOURNEYS: MASTERS OF JAZZ AND WORLD MUSIC. The project is a series of free and low-cost concerts showcasing blues, jazz and world music throughout New York City in collaboration with local cultural and educational institutions.
Circuit Productions, through its community outreach series, RHYTHM JOURNEYS, continues to provide new music and live performances presenting senior and emerging artists in a range of culturally relevant programming aimed primarily at youth and family audiences. “We are delighted to partner with three premier city organizations dedicated to promoting diverse music programs,” said Susan Goldbetter, Executive Director of Circuit Productions.” The artists include the Smith Brothers, the Harlem Blues and Jazz Ensemble and Sarah McLawler and Les Femmes Jazz.
On June 12th, 2008 in collaboration with the Museum of the City of New York’s new exhibit, “Catholics in New York” the Smith Brothers will perform songs from the 19th and 20th centuries that reflect the history, politics and cultural impact of Catholic culture in New York City from 1808-1946.
On June 14th, 2008 the Harlem Blues & Jazz Ensemble will be performing at the Fort Greene Concert Series, part of the Downtown Brooklyn Partnership’s Music and Dance Festival. The concert takes place near the Greenmarket on the lawn of Fort Greene Park, located at Washington Park Ave. and DeKalb Ave. entrance. Info/Directions: 718-403-1650.
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The ensemble - part of the larger Harlem Blues & Jazz Band - stars veteran jazz and blues musicians their musical roots reaching back to the classic period of the 1920s and the 30s. The Band was founded in 1973 by Clyde Bernhardt (trombonist to King Oliver) and Dr. Albert Vollmer and included a core group of musicians who actually "jumped" at the Woodside and "stomped" at the Savoy with Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway, Count Basie, Lionel Hampton, "Fats" Waller, Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday and other jazz greats.
On Sunday June 22 from 2:00-4:00 pm, Sarah McLawler will be featured in the 15th annual Harlem Meer Performance Festival. McLawler, known for her vocals and Hammond organ playing will appear with her all women band, Les Femmes Jazz. The Festival, under the guidance of Artistic Director Rob Blumenthal, is one of the most popular free events showcasing some of New York's top local, emerging and established talents. At Circuit Productions we are truly saddened by the untimely passing of our friend and colleague, Rob Blumenthal on May 7, 2008. You may read more about the festival and a memorial piece about Rob on the home page of the Conservancy's website www.centralparknyc.org. The Festival takes place at the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center located inside the Park at 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues. For details and directions call: 212-310-6658
Spring 2008 also marks upcoming performances of Circuit Productions’ WORLD BEAT: A STUDY OF DIVERSE CULTURES IN NYC with Brooklyn Public Libraries. On June 5th, from 2:30-3:30 join Feraba: African Rhythm Tap Duet at Brooklyn Heights Library located at 280 Cadman Plaza West. For details and directions call: 718-623-7100. On June 6th at 12 noon join in the hilarious antics of the Burdetsky Family Circus duo with their dancing dogs. A live performance will take place at Stone Avenue Library, 581 Mother Gaston Boulevard. For details and directions call: 718-485-8347.
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2008 January | Brooklyn, New York
Circuit Productions, Inc. presents Winter Programs of Rhythm Journeys:
Masters of Jazz and World music
// February music performances highlight the work of composers and ensembles during Winter performances of Rhythm Journeys: Masters of Jazz and World Music.
// Free concerts feature Vocalist/Hammond Organist, Sarah McLawler at Brooklyn Heights
Library, February 23, 2008.
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Circuit Productions, Inc. presents Winter Programs of Rhythm Journeys:
Masters of Jazz and World music
Features information about:
// February music performances highlight the work of composers and ensembles during Winter performances of Rhythm Journeys: Masters of Jazz and World Music.
// Free concerts feature the Harlem Blues and Jazz Trio in Long Island, Sarah McLawler in Brooklyn
and Andy Algire in Mt. Vernon.
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2007 October | Brooklyn, New York
Circuit Productions, Inc. presents Fall Programs Featuring Three Composers
and Their Music Commissions with a Grant from the New York State Music Fund
Features information about:
// Three composers present their music during Fall performances of Rhythm Journeys:
Masters of Jazz and World music.
// Concerts continue to take place in NYC and NYS beginning November 2007.
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