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SUMMER/FALL 2008

July 1            Ken Steiner and his Jazz Babies
July 8            That Old Feeling
July 15          Blue Horizon Jazz Band
July 22          Black Eagle Jazz Band
July 29          Swing Times Five

August 5        Riverboat Stompers
August 12      Monte Carlo Jazz Ensemble
August 19      Blue Horizon Jazz Band
August 26      Lost in the Sauce

Sept 2           Molly Malone with gypsy Jazz Band Sinti Rhythm
Sept 9           Wolverine Jazz Band
Sept 16         Blue Horizon Jazz Band
Sept 23         Swing Times Five
Sept 30         Dave Whitney Quintet

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KEN STEINER AND HIS JAZZ BABIES July 1
Bassist Ken Steiner steps out in front to lead Ken Steiner’s Jazz Babies.  Ken is the bassist for “Lost in the Sauce”, the very popular band that has been playing at the Sherborn Inn since 1999.  Ken brings with him Lost in the Sauce bandmates clarinetist and reed man Craig Ball and drummer Dave Bragdon.  Rounding out the Jazz Babies are trumpet player Dave Whitney and guitarist Mike DiBari, both very active musicians in the Boston scene.  Ken is also excited about introducing vocalist Tyra Penn to the Sherborn Inn.  Tyra is taking a break from her Army of Snakes to be a baby for the night.  In honor of this momentous occasion, we will be known as Ken Steiner and his Army of Babies for this night only (I think).

THAT OLD FEELING July 8
That Old Feeling is a novelty group that emulates some of the great swing and society bands of the 1930's and 40's. The sweet childlike voice of Lynnette DeCoste Alameddine, Steve Hershman's warmth and versatility with elements of stride piano form the  core of the group.  The other musicians to be announced.  The evening will be like a throwback to one on the most fun eras in musical history. Whether you listen, dance or sing-along, you're sure to have a good time.

STAN McDONALD'S BLUE HORIZON JAZZ BAND July 15, August 19, September 16
Formed in 1981, acclaimed for its firm but flexible grasp of the hot and danceable tradition from New Orleans to early swing.   Stan McDonald, soprano sax and clarinet, Jeff Stout trumpet, Gerry Gagnon trombone, Ross Petot piano, Al Ehrenfreid string bass, Dave Bragdon drums. The members --whose ages span five decades--dig to the roots of jazz and present a varied and succulent repast, fulfilling their motto: The Future of the music with a Past!

NEW BLACK EAGLE JAZZ BAND July 22
Now in their 37^th year – the Black Eagles continue to purvey their own brand of classic jazz.  Led by cornetist Tony Pringle, the NBEJB has Bill Novick on clarinet and alto saxophone, Stan Vincent on trombone, Bob Pilsbury on piano, Peter Bullis on banjo, Barry Bockus on string bass, and “Pam” Pameijer or Bill Reynolds on drums, and lovingly performs the music of Armstrong, Morton, Oliver, Bechet, Ellington and others.

SWING TIMES FIVE  July 29, September 23
Ross Petot (piano) is one of the gems of the local music scene, and when he plays from his book of favorites, he really shines.  Jeff Hughes (cornet, flugel) joins in the celebration, supported by simpatico players Justin Meyer (string bass), Dan Weiner (guitar), and Dave Didriksen (drums). Their repertoire explores diverse corners of the American songbook, with lots of Ellington, Strayhorn, Gershwin, Porter, Kern, and Arlen, including many seldom-heard numbers.  Come for a swinging evening of relaxation and reminiscence.

RIVERBOAT STOMPERS  August 5
For nearly twenty years, the amazing Stompers have becme known for their visceral, high-octane excitement, as well as their musical adventurousness.  Audiences have greatly enjoyed their openness to requests and humorous banter.  They play the familiar traditional jazz oeuvre, while expanding on standard arrangements, introducing little known pieces, and adapting from other genres.  The musicians: Phil Hower, piano; Richard Malcolm, drums; Larry Baxter, trumpet and vocals; Steve Straus, clarinet/soprano sax and vocals; Frank Batchelor, trombone; Dave MacMillan, banjo and vocals; Pierre Lemieux, tuba.  Also, tonight Jeff Hughes will sit in on trumpet! 

MONTE CARLO JAZZ ENSEMBLE  August 12
The Monte Carlo Jazz Ensemble plays jazz and hot dance musical arrangements following the model of exciting bands of the Roaring Twenties like the Dixie Syncopators, the Red Hot Peppers, and the Cotton Pickers.  The musicians are Bob MacInnis, cornet and fluegelhorn; John Clark and Craig Ball, clarinet and saxophones; Al Bernard, tuba; Billy Reynolds, drums; and Robin Verdier, piano, arranger, and leader.

LOST IN THE SAUCE  August 26
This five-piece swingin’ combo is a favorite at the Inn. The players draw on diverse musical experiences and inspirations to deliver a fresh approach to Chicago-style jazz, from classic jazz and swing ballads to riffing jump tunes.  Craig Ball plays as hot a BG-inspired clarinet as can be heard anywhere, and Jeff Hughes contributes with his melodic cornet and flugelhorn.  Richie Giordano is the area’s prime boogie-woogie pianist, and a top-notch stride stylist.  Ken Steiner propels the beat with his imaginative string bass, and Dave Bragdon provides sure-footed rhythm with his creative drumming.  Special guests will be dad & son team of Don & Jack Alessi.  Jack is a singer in the Sinatra tradition, and member of the dynamic trio, The Three Swinging Tenors.  Don is one of the great jazzmen of our time. Performing with many notables over a career spanning nearly 70 years, he continues to play with amazing fleetness and creativity.  A swingin’ evening is guaranteed!

MOLLY MALONE WITH SINTI RHYTHM  Sept 2
Molly, long recognized for her flirty, vintage style, combines the pulse and repertoire of the early swing era with the nuance and intimacy of a chanteuse. In this formation she shares her talents with a new and exciting gypsy jazz ensemble, Sinti Rhythm. The charm and virtuosity of their 1930s Parisian style, string based rhythm reminiscent of Django Reinhardt's Quintette du Hot Club de France, is irresistible. Performinig with her for the first time at the Sherborn Inn are Jack Soref - guitar, Rob Saunders - guitar, Andy Moore - clarinet, Matt Ambrose - bass, and special guest Matt Glaser on violin.

WOLVERINE JAZZ BAND  September 9
Since 1995 the Wolverine Jazz Band has been entertaining lovers of Traditional Jazz all over Boston and southern New England. In Massachusetts alone, they have raised the roof at the Sherborn Inn, crisped the leaves at sundry Town Green summer concerts, and flaked the varnish on church pews in the Boston suburbs. Jeff Hughes-trumpet, Jimmy Mazzy-banjo, Tom Boates-trombone,  Ross Petot-piano, Rick MacWilliams-tuba, Dave Didriksen-drum, and John Clark-reeds/leader, the Wolverines play a selection of standards and jazz tunes from the Jazz-Era and beyond.

DAVE WHITNEY QUINTET  September 30th
The dean of swing trumpet will bring his quintet with a mixture of Traditional Jazz, Swing, and surprises from the repertoire of the swing bands of the 30's and 40's.  Along with Dave's trumpet and vocals, the lineup will include Ben Goldstein reeds; Jon Wheatley, guitar; Mark Carlsen, string bass; and Reid Jorgensen, drums.

SHERBORN OUT    The Sherborn Out is only steps away from the Sherborn Inn.  Follow the path to your right as you exit the Inn.  You can find many gourmet treats, special wines, cheeses, frozen hors d’oeuvres, scrumptious desserts, and excellent take-out dinners.  One of Ellen’s favorites:  Shrimp & scallop cakes.   

Updated June 14, 2008

P u t o n y o u r d a n c i n g s h o e s

Rt. 16 & 27 Sherborn, MA (508) 655-95211

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