Winter Event Updates: Kevin Toney, Ellis Hall and More Jan 29, 2004
Here are some recent additions to MI’s winter event schedule: January 29: Kevin Toney A concert/keyboard master class by the Grammy-nominated conductor for Seal, Annie Lennox, Pink, Aretha Franklin, Trisha Yearwood; music director for Patti Austin and Michael McDonald; keyboard player with Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and Pink; and writer of the theme song for the Winter Olympics. His new CD Sweet Spot (Shanachie) has just been released. Kevin’s band includes Craig T.Cooper (guitar), Rayford Griffin (drums), Noriko Olling (keys), BIT instructor Ernest Tibbs (bass) and Kevin Ricard (percussion). February 12: Ellis Hall & Friends A concert by the multi-talented singer-keyboard player-composer for Tower of Power, Molotov, Juanes, Lowell George, Kenny G, Duo-Tones, Ray Charles, Warren Hill and the "California Raisin Song". For this show, Ellis will be backed by an all-star ensemble including drummer Johnny Friday (Natalie Cole Tom Scott), bassist Stan Sargeant (Tonight Show, Jodi Watley, Joe Cocker, Mindi Abair), guitarist Danny Jacobs (Tower of Power, Sheena Easton, Bette Midler), keyboards and vocals by Carlos Murguia (Three Dog Night, Luis Miguel), saxophonist Jason Freeze (Wilson Phillips, Goo Goo Dolls, Liz Phair) and background vocals by Shea Chambers, Melanie Taylor and Christi Black. March 4: James Gadson & Friends The multi-platinum drummer for James Brown and a host of others will be appearing with his band. April 22: Derek Trucks Band This just in! Slide guitar phenom Derek Trucks and band are coming to MI for a concert / Q&A session with MI students. Stay tuned for details…
Apr 20, 2010
Drum Clinic with Groove Master Herman Matthews
On Tuesday, April 20 from 11am-1pm in the Concert Hall, MI’s Drum Program presents “…And Nothing But the Groove,” a clinic with versatile... Read more...
Mar 27, 2010
Jazz Bakery at MI Presents the Antonio Sanchez Quartet
On Saturday March 27, the Jazz Bakery at MI Presents the Antonio Sanchez Quartet in concert. The group, featuring Antonio Sanchez (Drums),... Read more...
Mar 20, 2010
Sheila E. to be Keynote Speaker at March MI Graduation
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Mar 18, 2010
Drum Magazine Features MI Instructor Roundtable
The April 2010 issue of Drum magazine (available now) features a "Groove Roundtable" with MI drum instructors Charlie Waymire and Bernie... Read more...
Mar 16, 2010
Night of the Living Guitars at Catalina's
On Tuesday, March 16, the Guitar Program at MI (GIT), presents the twenty-first installment of Night of the Living Guitars at world-renowned... Read more...
Mar 09, 2010
Artist and Career Services Presents Annual Spring Industry Fair
On Tuesday, March 9 from 11am-2pm in the Passage, MI’s Artist and Career Services Department presents its annual Spring Industry Fair.... Read more...
Mar 04, 2010
Marlon Saunders Vocal Clinic
On Thursday March 4, from 4-6:00pm in the Concert Hall, MI’s Vocal Program welcomes vocal coach Marlon Saunders. Read more...
Open Counseling with Jazz Guitarist Adam Levy
On Thursday, March 4, GIT presents open counseling with jazz guitarist Adam Levy. Read more...