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Reno Jazz Orchestra Presents the Artistry of Stan Kenton
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/25/2019 - 10:31am
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November 8, 2019 (All day) Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra Director Vern Scharbrough, will guest conduct the Reno Jazz Orchestra’s November concerts and feature the music of Stan Kenton on November 8 and 9 in Reno, NV.
Kenton was one of the legendary bandleaders like Duke Ellington and Count Basie who elevated big bands from the dance hall to the concert hall each with their own distinctive sound.
Location
Cargo Concert Hall, Whitney Peak Hotel
255 N Virginia St,
Reno, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
Wine Walk kicks off Labor Day Weekend at Heavenly Village and South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/29/2019 - 2:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is looked at as the end of summer. Labor Day Weekend is filled with holiday barbeques and picnics, and some last moments under the sun before the arrival of fall and winter.
Reno Jazz Orchestra Presents … Coomler Conducts!
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/18/2018 - 4:11pm
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Repeats every day until Sat Nov 17 2018 .
November 16, 2018 - 7:30pm
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November 17, 2018 - 7:30pm Don’t miss an evening of classic big band music with the Reno Jazz Orchestra (RJO) directed by Doug Coomler.
Plan on two great nights in MidTown, Reno, Nevada on November 16 and 17 as the 17-piece RJO will present some of your favorite big band sounds of yesteryear by Sammy Nestico who is best known for his arrangements for the Count Basie orchestra, and other legendary jazz musicians, composers, and educators Stan Kenton, Don Menza, Thad Jones and many others.
Doug Coomler has an accomplished career that includes performances with some of the finest musicians and singers in America.
Things to do in the South Lake Tahoe area this weekend
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/27/2018 - 10:20pm
Fire Fest 2018 - Saturday, September 29, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the rear parking lot of the Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe. Admission is free and it's a great opportunity for families to have fun while learning about fire safety and conservation. There will be a Fire Chiefs dunk tank to raise funds for the Wildland Firefighters Foundation. More info: http://southtahoenow.com/story/09/15/2018/firefest-returns-south-lake-tahoe
What to do in South Lake Tahoe: Music, food and theater highlight the weekend
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/20/2018 - 6:52am
Summertime in Lake Tahoe brings not only time on the beach and trails, but special events in and around South Lake Tahoe.
Some of this weekend's events:
Tea for Three: Lady Bird, Pat & Betty at Valhalla Art, Music and Theatre. Don't miss the highly acclaimed one woman show - Tea for Three: Lady Bird, Pat and Betty. Enjoy this production that humanizes the political scene with a story both whimsical and deeply moving - a behind-the-scenes look at Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon, and Betty Ford. Share the journey of each as she deals with the fishbowl of First Ladydom.
Marine Marching Band to be in South Lake Tahoe 4th of July parade
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/26/2018 - 12:47pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe is honored to announce the Marine Band San Diego Marching Band will be in the 4th of July Parade on Wednesday, July 4th at 10:00 a.m. The parade will be immediately followed by a celebratory BBQ benefiting local American Legion Post 795 and performances by the Marine Band San Diego. The BBQ and performances will be held at Bijou Community Park located at 1201 Al Tahoe Blvd.
Reno Jazz Orchestra holiday shows mix big band and gospel choir
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 12/11/2017 - 5:56am
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Repeats every day until Wed Dec 20 2017 .
December 17, 2017 (All day)
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December 18, 2017 (All day)
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December 19, 2017 (All day)
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December 20, 2017 (All day) The spirit of Christmas comes to life as the 17-piece Reno Jazz Orchestra and the Pat Esters Gospel Choir blend Christmas favorites, jazz, and soul - with a few surprises mixed in – for three performances of feel good, ‘get ready for the holidays’ music and song. The Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra will perform as well.
“Last year’s Gospel Christmas Show with the RJO was such a success we decided to bring it back to the Reno and Lake Tahoe region,” said Chuck Reider, Music Director.
Location
Whitney Peak Cargo Concert Hall
255 N Virginia St
Reno, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
The Tahoe Dance Band at the Senior Center Dance Hall
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 1:29pm
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October 27, 2017 - 7:30pm The pleasure of your company is requested on the last Friday of each month at the Big Band Dance located at the Senior Center Dance Hall, 3050 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, across from the Snowflake Drive-In in South Lake Tahoe.
In the mood for the stylings of Sinatra, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, and that good ol' big band sound?
Location
Senior Center Dance Hall
3050 Lake Tahoe Boulevard
across from the Snow Flake Drive-In
United States
38° 56' 22.7184" N, 119° 58' 36.0732" W
See map: Google Maps
Reno Jazz Orchestra mixes big band with gospel choir for Reno and Lake Tahoe holiday shows
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/25/2016 - 10:14am
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December 18, 2016 (All day) The spirit of Christmas comes to life as the 17 piece Reno Jazz Orchestra and Pat Ester’s Gospel Choir brings Christmas favorites, jazz, and soul - with a few surprises mixed in – for three performances of feel good, ‘get ready for the holidays’ music and song.
Each year the Orchestra presents a holiday show with a new theme; this year it's a festive combination of jazz and gospel.
Location
Nightingale Concert Hall, UNR
United States
See map: Google Maps
Lake Tahoe music, events and concerts for January 2015
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/05/2015 - 7:31pm
January 2015 in Tahoe: Kool and the Gang, G. Love and Special Sauce, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, The Guess Who
January 1-4 John Henton / Sean Kent @ Improv at Harveys
January 01 Rustler's Moon @ Bar of America
George Souza Trio @ Moodys Bistro
January 02-03 National Soul @ Bar of America
Steve & Tom @ Gar Woods
January 02 Jesse Kalin @ The Beacon
Crystal Basin Wine Tasting @ 968 Park Hotel
The Novelists @ Moodys Bistro
January 03 Mark Hummel, Elvin Bishop, Rick Estrin, Little Charly Baty @ Harrahs
Tom Dickson @ The Beacon
Bison @ Sierra at Tahoe
South Tahoe High grad opens up SnowGlobe with Vokab Kompany
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/29/2014 - 9:58am
South Tahoe High graduate Robbie Gallo (aka Rob Hurt), the founder, MC and front man for the popular hip hop band, Vokab Kompany, hits the main stage Monday to open up the three day outdoor concert in South Lake Tahoe.
Sunday night, he and the group were in Reno and will be spending New Year's Eve at Park West in Chicago, but for today, South Lake Tahoe gets their own back on stage at both SnowGlobe and the after concert at Blu Nightclub at MontBleu.
Sierra-at-Tahoe gets 21" of snow to start off Sierra Solstice Celebration
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/20/2014 - 8:56pm
The Sierra-at-Tahoe ski resort just west of South Lake Tahoe received 21" of snow during Friday's storm, setting up some good snow for their Solstice Celebration. The official first day of winter starts on Sunday, December 21 but Sierra-at-Tahoe got a head start with live music and a tree lighting ceremony.
For the rest of the week skiers and boarder can enjoy in special events at the resort:
Sunday, December 21, 2014
12:00-12:45 p.m. and 3:00-4:15 p.m. Live Music with the Sierra Saxmas Big Band on the Solstice Plaza
"Jazz & Beyond" Music Festival Includes Entertainment at the Nevada Sesquicentennial Fair
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 07/24/2014 - 12:11am
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August 2, 2014 - 12:00pm The "Jazz & Beyond: Carson City Music Festival," in collaboration with Carson City, is proud to present five of several bands at the Nevada Sesquicentennial Fair in Fuji Park on Saturday, August 2. "Jazz & Beyond" runs from Aug. 1 to Aug. 17 and features over 50 events, mainly in the downtown Carson City area.
The five "Jazz & Beyond" bands at the Fair on August 2 are Sons of Slide Mountain, RVGS Tantalus, Lynne Colvig Latin Jazz, the Reno Jazz Orchestra with singer Jackie Landrum, and the St. Christopher Project, featuring the music of Tom Waits.
Location
Fuji Park
Old Clear Creek Road
Carson City, NV
United States
See map: Google Maps
LTCC Hosts "Taste of Gold" at Ledbetter Terrace on July 12
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/15/2014 - 9:05pm
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July 12, 2014 - 6:00pm
The Lake Tahoe Community College hosts an evening of food, wine and world class entertainment at their summer event, The Taste of Gold. It will be held in the Demonstration Garden at the Ledbetter Terrace on Saturday, July 12 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
it is a great event held on a perfect summer evening and is Tahoe's BEST outdoor wine and food party! All proceeds benefit the LTCC Foundation, which supports student scholarships and academic programs.
South Lake Tahoe SnowGlobe: STHS Grad Hits the Stage With Vokab Kompany
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/24/2013 - 9:31am
The 2013 SnowGlobe Music Festival in South Lake Tahoe is just a few days away and the musicians and promoters are starting to arrive in town!
Halloween Fun in South Lake Tahoe Starts This Weekend
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/24/2013 - 9:37am
Halloween is always a celebration in South Lake Tahoe and this year is no different. Even though the actual holiday is on Thursday, October 31, the parties and celebrations start in town this weekend. Here is an overview on all that is happening:
Halloween Dance with the Tahoe Dance Band - at the Senior Center on Friday, October 25. The 17 piece dance band will perform big band music, food, drink, costume prizes. 7:30 - 10 pm. $10.
UC Berkeley's Big Band Performs Live at Sierra-at-Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/15/2013 - 4:39am
UC Berkeley’s Big Band will be on the slopes at Sierra-at-Tahoe and in the base area rocking big sound with their acoustic instruments during Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) weekend. Play times for Sunday, January 20, 2013:
9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.: Base area/ticket windows
1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Down Broadway and concert at the base
3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.: Ramp for a farewell
Go here for more information.
Valentine's Dance with the Tahoe Dance Band
Submitted by admin on Tue, 01/24/2012 - 9:45pm
The 17 piece Tahoe Dance Band will be playing at the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center Friday, January 27, from 7:30-10:00 PM. Appetizers, Wine, Desserts, Big Band Dancing, Door Prizes and Fun for All. All ages welcome! $10 per person at the door. Wear Red. For more information, contact the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center or call (530)542-6094.
