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The Nick Colionne Newsletter )
April 2007
IN THIS ISSUE
  • Berks Buddies
  • Nick is Nominated as International Instrumental Artist of the Year
  • SEABREEZE, BALTIMORE LYRIC OPERA HOUSE, LAS VEGAS and Upcoming Tour Dates
  • Nick and George Benson
  • Contacts
  • The 17th Annual Berks Jazz Fest in March was a fantastic experience for musicians and fans alike. Nick performed three times at this event...in the "Berks All Star Jam" headed up by Chuck Loeb and Rick Braun (where he met and played with guitar legend Pat Martino), also in his own headliner show on Saturday (co-billed with buddy Warren Hill), and, finally delighting the fans by hosting his own "All Star Smooth Jazz Cruise Jam" on Saturday evening with many surprise guests.

    Coming Up In April: Next up is the star- studded WSBJ 106.3 FM Seabreeze Jazz Festival in Destin, FL. This will be Nick's first appearance at Seabreeze and he is really looking forward to it - and to the warm Florida weather! Nick will be headlining on Saturday, April 14 - day two of the festival.

    The following week it's off to Baltimore on Friday, April 20 where Nick is co-billed with pal Brian Culbertson at the Baltimore Lyric Opera House for one magic evening of jazz with two powerhouse entertainers. Saturday, April 21 finds Nick and the band at the venerable Las Vegas City of Lights Jazz and Blues Festival for his second appearance at this terrific event. Then off to Phoenix on Sunday and Monday for two days of a very special private event.

    April 27 finds Nick in Toronto, Canada with a "live" televised appearance at the "Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards" where he is nominated as International Instrumental Artist of the Year. The next evening he performs at the Old Mill in Toronto with Alexander Zonjic, Jeff Lorber and surprise guests.

    This newsletter is produced by On The Edge Productions. We welcome your comments and suggestions. For booking and other information, see contact information at the end of the newsletter.

    Top photo credit Cary Gillaspie, ScenicJAZZ.com; next two photos by Carol Ray.

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    Berks Buddies
    Colionne Braun Bromberg

    It's difficult to convey what a sea of music talent is found at Berks, and just as hard to decide what photos to share but this one of Nick, friend and amazing horn player Rick Braun and new friend Brian Bromberg, a bassist of legendary reputation, just had to make the cut!

    Nick is Nominated as International Instrumental Artist of the Year

    Nick is honored to be nominated as International Instrumental Artist of the Year by the Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards. Fellow nominees are Gerald Albright, Brian Culbertson, Rick Braun and Wayman Tisdale.

    NIck will be appearing "live" at the Awards show, and the next day with pal and flautist extraordinaire Alexander Zonjic and Keyboard great Jeff Lorber at the Old Mill in Toronto.

    SEABREEZE, BALTIMORE LYRIC OPERA HOUSE, LAS VEGAS and Upcoming Tour Dates

    Check Nick's website often, as new spring, summer and fall 2007 dates are continually being added to Nick's tour.

    * April 14 - Seabreeze Jazz Festival, Destin, FL Nick headlines at the Gulf Place Amphitheater. This three day event has superstars galore, don't miss it! Tickets: www.seabreezejazzfestival.com or call 1-800- 595-4849.

    * April 20 - Lyric Opera House, Baltimore, MD. Nick Colionne & Brian Culbertson perform in one of the most acoustically perfect houses in the country. The energy will be electric! Tickets: www.lyricoperahouse.com. or www.ticketmaster.com.

    * April 21 - Fifteenth Annual Las Vegas City of Lights Jazz Festival - Las Vegas, NV - Hills Park at Summerlin. Nick headlines along with Rick Braun, Richard Elliott, Jonathan Butler, Peter White and more at one of the premiere events in the West! Tickets: 1-800-969- VEGAS or visit: www.yourjazz.com.

    * April 22, 23 - Nick Colionne & Marion Meadows - Private engagements - Phoenix, AZ

    * April 27 - Toronto. Wave 94.7 FM - Toronto presents the Third Annual Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards Ceremony/ Concert hosted by Alexander Zonjic, televised live and featuring : Nick Colionne, Spyro Gyra, Brian Culbertson, Warren Hill and lots more. The Living Arts Centre, Hammerson Hall, Mississauga, Ontario. Nick is a nominee for the prestigious International Artist of the Year Award.

    * April 28 - Old Mill - Toronto. Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards Celebration Party. Nick, Alexander and Jeff Lorber perform. Dinner/ Concert Tickets: www.oldmilltoronto.com or www.canadiansmoothjazzawards.com.

    * May 12 - Elkhart Lake, WI. The Osthoff Resorts presents: "Jazz On the Vine" The spectacular Osthoff Resort once again hosts their amazing jazz series, and Nick will be performing on Saturday evening, May 12. Line-up includes Peter White, Marion Meadows, Ray Parker Jr., Eric Darius, Gregg Karukas and more. Visit www.osthoff.com for the latest information.

    * May 24 - Carolina Theatre, Durham, NC Nick will be performing at this beautiful theater with the equally beautiful saxtress, Pamela Williams, who will open the show. For info visit www.carolinatheatre.org.

    * June 3 - 15th Annual Capital Jazz Fest, Merriweather Post Pavillion, Columbia, MD. For info visit www.capitaljazz.com.

    * June 9 - Atlanta. WJZZ Smooth Jazz 107.5 Presents... Nick Colionne and Warren Hill at the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre. . Details coming soon. Visit WJZZ's website at www.1075wjzz.com

    * June 24 - Big Bear, CA. Jazz Trax Big Bear Jazz Festival Tickets: www.jazztrax.com

    * June 29 - Indianapolis, IN. The Music Mill Ticket info coming soon

    * July 7 - Private engagement

    * August 18 - Private Engagement

    * August 19 - Jacksonville, FL. City of Jacksonville Beach Summer Jazz Series Seawalk Pavillion, 1st Street North & Beach Blvd,Jacksonville Beach FL. For info visit www.jacksonvillebeach.org

    * August 25 - York, PA. Yorkfest Arts Festival Community Jazz Concert. 6 pm until 10 pm. Liberty Garden stage at Kiwanis Lake; Intersection of N. Newberry Street and Madison Avenue, York, PA. Opening Act: Dave Wilson Jazz Quartet. Free for the public to enjoy! For more information, please contact York City at 717-849-2217 or email [email protected]

    * August 31 - Lansdowne, VA. Info coming soon.

    * September 15 - TBA.

    * October 6 - Catalina Island Jazz Trax Festival. Catalina Island, California. Tickets: www.jazztrax.com.

    * January 19-20, '08 - San Diego, CA. All Star Smooth Jazz Cruise 2 Day Land Festival.

    * January 21-26, '08 - All Star Smooth Jazz Cruise Hosted by Brian Culbertson, featuring Nick Colionne, Jam Session Host, special guests Boney James & Warren Hill, along with Marion Meadows, Paul Taylor, Gerald Veasley, Shilts, Pamela Williams, Norman Brown, Alan Hewitt, Althea Rene, Mike Manson, Chieli Minucci, Bobby Lyle and lots more! Info: see link below.

    Nick's on You Tube now

    Nick can now be seen on You Tube! The first video put up is "High Flyin'" and was shot at a live outdoor concert. There will be more coming, so make sure to check his You Tube link out!

    Nick and George Benson
    Nick Colionne and George Benson

    Hanging with George Benson after the 2007 Brian Culbertson All Star Smooth Jazz Pre-Cruise event was a lot of fun for Nick - and they both look great.

    The pre-cruise stars are being lined up for the 2008 cruise and Nick is lookiing forward to finding out who they will be!

    Contacts

    Artist Manager: Carol Ray, On The Edge Productions (847) 359-9941 / e-mail: [email protected]

    Promotions Managers: Christine & Tom Clark, On The Edge Productions (610) 918-3252 / e-mail: [email protected]

    Booking Agent: Steve Butler, MightyMusic Corp (718) 682-3611 / e-mail: [email protected]

    Marketing/Media: Dolores Ann, On The Edge Productions (630) 289-9159 / e-mail: [email protected]

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