Available for festivals, concerts, private parties, corporate events, and more: Larry Vuckovich (solo, duo, trio, quartet,larger ensembles, and his All-Star Bay Area big band. The All-Star big band features vocalists Jamie Davis, Jackie Ryan, saxophonists Noel Jewkes, Jim Rothermel, trumpeters Luis Fasman, John Worley and trombonist Wayne Wallace).

Larry Vuckovich Jazz/Latin Quartet, featuring Paul Keller bass, Chuck McPherson drums, and Hector Lugo Latin percussion. Performing the music of the new High Wall: Real Life Film Noir CD including originals, film noir classics, swinging bebop, post-bop, contemporary jazz/modal, Latin/Brazilian, Balkan ethnojazz, flamenco, blues, and more.

New Blue Balkan Ensemble, featuring Eric Golub - violin, Tommy Kesecker - marimba, Vince Delgado - dumbek, Buca Necak -bass, and Akira Tana - drums. Since the original recording, the New Blue Balkan Ensemble's format has become even more adventurous featuring modern arrangements of ethnojazz and a free musical style. The addition of Akira Tana on drums modernizes the ensemble even further evoking the spirit of John Coltrane and Elvin Jones. Rhythmically, Akira and Vince create stimulating and creative rhythm patterns.

Dexter's Mode Hard Bop Quintet is a trumpet-tenor or a two tenor frontline ensemble saluting the music of Dexter Gordon, with whom I had the great pleasure of working in Denmark and Austria. The hard bop quintet performs originals of Dexter, Sonny Clark, and Woody Shaw which Dexter recorded with Woody. This ensemble recorded live at Yoshi's. The two tenor frontline ensemble features tenor saxophonists Noel Jewkes & Rob Roth with a swinging rhythm section of Paul Keller and Chuck McPherson. Trumpeter Al Molina joins the ensemble at certain events.

The New Young At Heart Ensemble, featuring Noel Jewkes, Pete Yellin, Rob Roth on tenors; Josh Workman on guitar; Chuck McPherson on drums; Hector Lugo on Afro-Cuban percussion. The group features authentic straight ahead swinging bebop saluting Lester Young, Charlie Parker, and Count Basie. Newly added modern material includes the music of John Coltrane, Joe Henderson, James Moody, Afro-Cuban bebop and new original material.

La Orquesta El Vuko
(Latin Jazz and Afro-Cuban bebop)
Featuring legendary Cuban percussionist Orestes Vilato, John Santos, Noel Jewkes and vocalist/dancer Valerie Quevedo.
Samples http://www.larryvuckovich.com/listen.asp

Mr. Vuckovich conducts piano clinics detailing the styles of great pianists such as Bud Powell, Bill Evans, Red Garland, and Erroll Garner. Mr. Vuckovich at the 2005 IAJE clinic in Long Beach presented this clinic and performance to a standing ovation. He also teaches the styles of other great jazz pianists.

Mr. Vuckovich is available to work with singers for accompaniment, style development and coaching. Mr. Vuckovich is a renowned vocal accompanist in any style including a strong affinity for the blues and jazz, having toured and performed with the greats including, Tony Bennett, Jon Hendricks, Mel Torme, Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson, Joe Williams, Jimmy Witherspoon, Leon Thomas, Cab Calloway, Helen Humes, Anita O'Day, Irene Kral, Karin Krog, etc.


CONCERTS & OTHER EVENTS

2012

February 25, Saturday
Scott Hamilton Quartet/Sextet with the Larry Vuckovich Trio, Featuring Kenny Washington, Erik Jekabson, John Santos
Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics. Scott will also perform duets with Erik Jekabson, including bebop classics, swinging standards, and selections from the new Larry Vuckovich CD, Somethin’ Special.
Venue: Ondines (atop the Horizons, the old Trident)
558 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Admission: $50 VIP seating / $25 general admission
Time: 8:00 PM (2 sets of music)
Tickets: murphyproductions.inticketing.com
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Kenny Washington, vocals/ Erik Jekabson, trumpet / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Chambers, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums/ John Santos, Latin percussion

February 24, Friday
Scott Hamilton Quartet/Sextet with the Larry Vuckovich Trio, Featuring Kenny Washington, Erik Jekabson, John Santos
Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics. Scott will also perform duets with Erik Jekabson, including bebop classics, swinging standards, and selections from the new Larry Vuckovich CD, Somethin’ Special.
Venue: Dinkelspiel Auditorium – Stanford Jazz
Stanford University Campus, Palo Alto, CA
Admission: $32 general admission/students $10
Time: 8:00 PM (2 sets of music)
Tickets: stanfordjazz.org/jazz-festival/events/scott-hamilton-and-friends/
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Kenny Washington, vocals/ Erik Jekabson, trumpet / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Chambers, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums/ John Santos, Latin percussion

February 23, Thursday
Scott Hamilton Quartet/Quintet with the Larry Vuckovich Trio, Featuring Erik Jekabson
Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics. Scott will also perform duets with Erik Jekabson, including bebop classics, swinging standards, and selections from the new Larry Vuckovich CD, Somethin’ Special.
Venue: Kuumbwa Jazz
320-2 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA
Admission: $20 advance/$23 at the door
Time: 7:00 PM (2 sets of music)
Tickets: (831)-427-2227
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Erik Jekabson, trumpet / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Chambers, bass, / Vince Lateano, drums

February 22, Wednesday
Scott Hamilton Quartet/Quintet with the Larry Vuckovich Trio, Featuring Jamie Davis, John Santos, Erik Jekabson
Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics. Scott will also perform duets with Erik Jekabson in a trumpet--tenor frontline combination, including bebop classics, swinging standards, and selections from the new Larry Vuckovich CD, Somethin’ Special. Master percussionist John Santos will perform on some selections adding the right spice for Latin and funky selections.
Venue: 57th Street Gallery
(57th Street & Telegraph) Oakland, CA
Admission: $20
Time: 8:00 and 9:30 p.m. (two shows)
Tickets: www.57thstreetgallery.com/tickets.html
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Erik Jekabson, trumpet / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Chambers, bass, / Leon Joyce, drums/ John Santos, Latin percussion

February 12, Sunday
Larry Vuckovich Beyond Category Trio/Quartet – Continuing the 75th Birthday Celebration @ Bay Terrace Theater (Mira)
Larry Vuckovich brings his Beyond Category diverse jazz repertoire to the Vallejo Jazz Society, performing swinging bebop/post-bop, contemporary jazz, Latin / Brazilian, Mexican boleros, Balkan/Middle Eastern, and more
Venue: Bay Terrace Theater (Mira)
51 Daniels Ave., Vallejo, CA
Admission: $10 ($5 for VJS members) Tickets online or at the door
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Tickets: vallejojazzsociety.com or at the door
For more info call: 707-533-4593
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Rob Roth, tenor / Jeff Chambers, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums

February 8th, Wednesday
Larry Vuckovich Beyond Category Trio – Continuing the 75th Birthday Celebration @ Horizons in Sausalito
Larry Vuckovich brings his Beyond Category diverse jazz repertoire to Horizons, performing swinging bebop/post-bop, contemporary jazz, Afro Cuban salsa, Mexican boleros, Balkan/Middle Eastern, and more
Venue: Horizons Restaurant
558 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Admission: No cover – Cocktails, dinner and appetizers are available.
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Chambers, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums

February 5th, Sunday
Master vocalist, Kenny Washington with Larry Vuckovich
Superb master vocal stylist, Kenny Washington presents a most creative jazz vocal program including special standards and scat artistry. The Art of the Duo and Trio Sunday Afternoon Jazz Series The Art of the Duo and Trio
Venue: The Bliss Bar
4026- 24th Street (between Castro and Noe), San Francisco, CA
Admission: $10
Time: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Tickets: (415) 826-6200
Featuring: Kenny Washington, vocals / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Nat Johnson, bass

January 18th, Wednesday
Larry Vuckovich Beyond Category Jazz/Latin Quartet – Continuing the 75th Birthday Celebration @ Horizons in Sausalito
Larry Vuckovich brings his Beyond Category diverse jazz repertoire to Horizons, performing swinging bebop/post-bop, contemporary jazz, Afro Cuban salsa, Mexican boleros, Balkan/Middle Eastern, and more
Venue: Horizons Restaurant
558 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Admission: No cover – Cocktails, dinner and appetizers are available.
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (two sets)
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Chambers, bass / Bryan Bowman, drums / Hector Lugo, Latin percussion

January 8th, Sunday
Bay Area All Star Benefit for Pete Douglas featuring Jackie Ryan, Larry Vuckovich Ensemble, John Santos, Al Molina Horace Silver Project, Russian/American New York bebop guitarist Ilya Lushtak, vocalist Jeff Oster, Rob Roth and more.
Pete Douglas, one of America’s finest and true jazz impresarios will be honored today. Pete, over a 40 year period, has presented “Who’s Who in Jazz.” The program features an exciting day of varied Jazz styles presenting the music of Dexter Gordon, Sonny Clark, Horace Silver, Cal Tjader, John Coltrane, and a lot more.
Venue: Bach Dancing and Dynamite Society
311 Mirada Road Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Admission: $40
Time: 4:30-8:00 PM
Tickets: 650) 726-4143
Featuring: Jackie Ryan, vocals / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Oster, vocals / Jeff Chambers, bass, / John Santos, Latin percussion / Ilya Lushtak, guitar / Al Molina, trumpet / Rob Roth, tenor / Al Bent, trombone / Larry Chinn, piano / Lorca Hart, drums

December 10th, Saturday
Larry Vuckovich Solo Piano Plus Exotic Trio – Beyond Category - 75th Birthday Celebration
Presenting classic rare standards, contemporary jazz, Latin – Brazilian, Middle-Eastern l Gypsy – Roma / Flamenco, originals, plus bebop masters' compositions, Ellington / Strayhorn, blues and free improvisation. Featuring Larry Vuckovich in both solo piano and trio format performing on the Fazioli piano concert grand. Complimentary Middle Eastern hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and wines will be served to thank our supporters.
Venue: Piedmont Piano - New Oakland store
18th and San Pablo, Oakland, CA
Admission: $20 Donation
Time: 8:00 PM
Information: (510)-547-8188
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Buca Necak, bass / Vince Delgado, bongos, dumbek, Egyptian tambourine

November 20th, Sunday
50 Years of Impulse! Records: Coltrane-Hartman, Duke-Coltrane, Duke Meets Hawk, Oliver Nelson’s Stolen Moments
Impulse!: The House that ‘Trane Built is an accurate description of this prestigious label of top-quality ‘60s jazz recordings of: John Coltrane, Johnny Hartman, Duke Ellington, Coleman Hawkins and Oliver Nelson’s Blues and the Abstract Truth, featuring its signature track Stolen Moments. The label launched in early 1961 with its own slogan: "The New Wave Of Jazz Is On Impulse!" Creed Taylor and his successor Bob Thiele fulfilled that promise in a variety of musical directions. Albums with well-defined concepts and cutting edge music were the label's forte. Larry Vuckovich brings Noel Jewkes, Jeff Chambers, Lorca Hart, and Jamie Davis to this concert paying tribute to this special era in jazz history.
Venue: Silos Jazz Club
530 Main Street, Napa, CA
Admission: $20 for members of Napa Valley Jazz Society; $40 for non-members
Time: 4 - 6:30 PM
Information/Tickets: 707-224-JAZZ (707-224-5299)
Featuring: Noel Jewkes, reeds / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Chambers, bass / Lorca Hart, drums / Jamie Davis, vocals

October 30th, Sunday
Master Latin percussionist John Santos with Larry Vuckovich
Five time Grammy nominee John Santos appears for the first time at the intimate Bliss Bar setting. A most versatile percussionist, John Santos will perform jazz salsa, boleros, jazz/Latin bebop, and world music. The art of the Duo and Trio Sunday Afternoon Jazz Series.
Venue: Bliss Bar
4026 24th St. (between Castro and Noe), San Francisco, CA
Admission: $10.00
Time: 4:30 - 7:30 PM
Information: (415) 826-6200
Featuring: John Santos, percussion / Larry Vuckovich, piano Jeff Chambers, bass

October 15th, Saturday
Best of Bop City: Celebrating 50 Years of Impulse!
Blues and the Abstract Truth - Tributes to ‘Trane, Hartman, Oliver Nelson, Hawkins and Ellington. Radio broadcaster, historian, Sonny Buxton, will comment on the music and the times.
Impulse Records produced some top-quality jazz in the ‘60s covering a number of influential styles in jazz, from John Coltrane, McCoy Tyner, Oliver Nelson, Chico Hamilton, Duke Ellington, Coleman Hawkins, to the great vocals of Johnny Hartman. This evening’s two performances should help bring back some of the great feeling that Impulse Records evoked.
Venue: Jazz Heritage Center
1330 Fillmore St., San Francisco, CA
Admission: $20 (advance) / $25 (door) $30 (both shows advance) / $35 (both shows door)
Standing room: $10 per show
Times: 7:30 PM & 9:30 PM
Tickets: 415-255-7745 order tickets HERE
Featuring: Noel Jewkes, tenor, soprano / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Chambers, bass / Lorca Hart, drums / Jamie Davis, vocals

September 22rd, Thursday
Larry Vuckovich Le Chateau Trio @ Brassica Mediterranean Restaurant
Brassica is a classic Mediterranean style restaurant, one of three owned by chef Cindy Pawlcyn, a pioneer in the development of wine country cuisine, beginning with her legendary Mustards Grill in Napa.
Venue: Brassica
641 Main Street, St. Helena, Ca 94574
Time: 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Information: (707) 963-0700
Location: Brassica Patio
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Mike Hallesy, bass / Sanna Craig, percussion, vocals

September 10th, Saturday
Best of Bop City: Tribute To Dexter Gordon – Radio broadcaster, historian, Sonny Buxton, will comment on the music and the times
Dexter Gordon was the first tenor saxophonist to translate Charlie Parker’s bebop language from alto to tenor saxophone. He soon went on to develop his own personal, unique tenor saxophone sound and style that would influence such future greats as John Coltrane and Sonny Rollins. This evening’s program will focus on Dexter’s famed works and recordings from the fruitful 1960s Blue Note and Prestige recordings. The performance will also feature music from Dexter’s frontline trumpet partne3r of the 70’s, Woody Shaw, showcasing Dexter’s later modal development.
Venue: Jazz Heritage Center
1330 Fillmore St., San Francisco, CA
Admission: $20
Time: 7:30 PM
Tickets: 415-255-7745
Featuring: Rob Roth, tenor / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Chambers, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums

September 4th, Sunday
Scott Hamilton All Star Quintet featuring Jackie Ryan, Noel Jewkes and the Larry Vuckovich East Coast Trio
Music from Larry Vuckovich’s new CD with Scott Hamilton, Noel Jewkes, Paul Keller and Chuck McPherson will be performed. Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics. Scott will also perform two-tenor duets with Noel Jewkes, including bebop classics and swinging standards.
Venue: The Bach Society
Admission: $35
Time: 4:30-7:30 PM
Tickets: (650)-726-4143
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Noel Jewkes, tenor / Jackie Ryan, vocals / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Paul Keller, bass, / Chuck McPherson, drums

August 31st, Wednesday
Scott Hamilton All Star Quartet / Quintet featuring Jackie Ryan, Noel Jewkes and the Larry Vuckovich East Coast Trio at Ondine’s, Sausalito
Plus Special Guest, drummer Harold Jones, currently with Tony Bennett / formerly with Count Basie
Music from Larry Vuckovich’s new CD with Scott Hamilton, Noel Jewkes, Paul Keller and Chuck McPherson will be performed. Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics. Scott will also perform two-tenor duets with Noel Jewkes, including bebop classics and swinging standards. Multi-lingual vocalist, Jackie Ryan sings swinging jazz, blues, Latin / Brazilian classics.
Venue: Horizons Restaurant
558 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Admission: $50.00 VIP Seating, $25.00 General Admission
Time: 8:00 PM (two sets)
Tickets: Murphy Productions
Contact: Dan Smith at dusmith@pacbell.net
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Noel Jewkes, tenor / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Paul Keller, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums / Jackie Ryan, vocals / Harold Jones, drums

August 29th, Monday
Scott Hamilton All Star Quintet featuring Jackie Ryan, Noel Jewkes and the Larry Vuckovich East Coast Trio at Napa Valley Opera House
Playing the music of jazz giants; Dexter Gordon, Horace Silver, Count Basie, Thelonious Monk, plus more
Music from Larry Vuckovich’s new CD with Scott Hamilton, Noel Jewkes, Paul Keller and Chuck McPherson will be performed. Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics. Scott will also perform two-tenor duets with Noel Jewkes, including bebop classics and swinging standards. Multi-lingual vocalist, Jackie Ryan sings swinging jazz, blues, Latin / Brazilian classics.
Venue: Napa Valley Opera House
1030 Main Street, Napa, CA
Admission: $25 in advance, $30 at the door
Time: 7:00 PM
Tickets: 707-226-7372
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Noel Jewkes, tenor / Jackie Ryan, vocals / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Paul Keller, bass, / Chuck McPherson, drums

August 28th, Sunday
Scott Hamilton All Star Quintet featuring Jackie Ryan, Noel Jewkes and the Larry Vuckovich East Coast Trio at Filoli Gardens
Music from Larry Vuckovich’s new CD with Scott Hamilton, Noel Jewkes, Paul Keller and Chuck McPherson will be performed. Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics. Scott will also perform two-tenor duets with Noel Jewkes, including bebop classics and swinging standards.
Venue: Filoli Gardens
86 Canada Road, Woodside, CA 94062
Admission: $60 non-members; $50 members
Time: 1:30 PM
Tickets: 650-364-8300
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Noel Jewkes, tenor / Jackie Ryan, vocals / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Paul Keller, bass, / Chuck McPherson, drums

August 21, Sunday
Interview with Mal Sharpe on KCSM 91.1 FM
Larry talks about the new release, Somethin' Special, the recent Balkan tour, and the upcoming concerts with Scott Hamilton and Jackie Ryan.
Venue: KCSM Radio 91.1, or www.kcsm.org
Time: 9:00 PM Pacific

August 19th, Friday
Larry Vuckovich Le Chateau Trio @ Sharpsteen Museum
Opening of a new historical exhibit.
Venue: Sharpsteen Museum
1311 Washington Street Calistoga, CA Time: 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Information: 707-942-6908
Admission: Free admission, public is invited for the art exhibition and live jazz.
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Mike Hallesy, bass / Sanna Craig, percussion, vocals

August 12th, Friday
Larry Vuckovich Beyond Category Trio featuring Jackie Ryan at Nis Jazz Festival, Serbia
East Coast scene veteran performers play high-energy, hard-bop, contemporary jazz, funk & world music and accompany vocalist, Jackie Ryan’s multi-dimensional presentation.
Venue: Nis Jazz Festival
Admission: Nis Admission
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jackie Ryan, vocals / Paul Keller, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums

August 10th, Wednesday
Larry Vuckovich Beyond Category Trio featuring Jackie Ryan at Vrt Srednjoskolskog Doma,(Nikolajevska 1) Novi Sad/Serbia
Presented by Muzicka Omladina
East Coast scene veteran performers play high-energy, hard-bop, contemporary jazz, funk & world music and accompany vocalist, Jackie Ryan’s multi-dimensional presentation.
Venue: Muzicka Omladina
Admission: 500 dinars
Time: 9:00 PM
Tickets: Muzicka Omladina (Katolicka Porta 2/II, telefon 021 452 344
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jackie Ryan, vocals / Paul Keller, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums

August 8th, Monday
Larry Vuckovich Beyond Category Trio featuring Jackie Ryan at BANSKO Jazz Festival, Bulgaria
East Coast scene veteran performers play high-energy, hard-bop, contemporary jazz, funk & world music and accompany vocalist, Jackie Ryan’s multi-dimensional presentation.
Venue: Bansko Jazz Festival
Admission: No cover charge
Time: 8:00 PM
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jackie Ryan, vocals / Paul Keller, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums

July 21st, Thursday
Jackie Ryan at Ramekins with Larry Vuckovich, Noel Jewkes & Jeff Chambers
Ramekins is a culinary school near Sonoma Plaza. It is a gorgeous and romantic setting now serving gourmet appetizers and drinks. Now presenting live music on Thursday evenings.
Venue: Ramekins
Time: 6:45 PM
Information: 707-933-0450 or 707-933-0451
Admission: $45.00
Featuring: Jackie Ryan, vocals / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Chambers, bass / Noel Jewkes, reeds

May 15th, Sunday
Larry Vuckovich Swinging All Stars - Tribute to the Big Band Era
Performing the music of Ellington, Gershwin, Benny Goodman and more
Featuring jazz vocalists, Frank Jackson, Jackie Ryan plus multi-reed saxophonist Noel Jewkes and the hard swinging New York / Detroit rhythm team of Paul Keller and Chuck McPherson
Venue: The Oakmont/Berger Center
Berger Center, 6575 Oakmont Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95409
Admission: $30.00 admission/refreshments served/BYOB.
Time: 3:30 - 5:30 PM
Tickets: Limited seating. For reservations call Dick Dennis (707) 538-1976; Joe Lash (707) 539-1367; Jay Cobb (707) 833-2391
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Frank Jackson, piano, vocals / Jackie Ryan, vocals / Noel Jewkes, reeds / Jim Rothermel, reeds / Paul Keller, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums

May 1st, Sunday
Master saxophonist Pete Yellin with Larry Vuckovich Trio
Superb alto / tenor / soprano New York saxophonist performs hot bebop and originals. The Art of the Duo and Trio, Sunday Afternoon Jazz Series.
Venue: Bliss Bar
4026 24th St. (between Castro and Noe), San Francisco, CA
Admission: $10.00 music charge
Time: 4:30 - 7:30 PM
Tickets: 415-826-6200
Featuring: Pete Yellin, alto and soprano sax / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Buca Necak, bass / Adam Goodhue, drums

April 10th, Sunday
Master Latin percussionist John Santos with Larry Vuckovich
Five-time Grammy nominee John Santos returns to the intimate Bliss Bar setting. A most versatile percussionist, John Santos will perform jazz salsa, boleros, jazz/Latin bebop, and world music. The art of the Duo and Trio Sunday Afternoon Jazz Series.
Venue: Bliss Bar
4026 24th St. (between Castro and Noe), San Francisco, CA
Admission: $10.00
Time: 4:30 - 7:30 PM
Tickets: 415-826-6200
Featuring: John Santos, percussion / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Buca Necak, bass

April 2nd, Saturday
Gualala Arts Festival Concert -- Whale & Jazz Festival, presented by Fred Adler, Spanning the Decades: From Frank Jackson to Jeff Oster & From Monk to Vuk to Jekabson
Presents: Tribute to Nat king Cole / Thelonious Monk / bebop classics / originals
Venue: Gualala Arts
46501 Gualala Road, Gualala, CA
Please call 707-884-1138 for more info
http://www.gualalaarts.org/festivals/2011GualalaArtsFestivalConcert.html
Or e-mail info@info@gualalaarts.org
Admission: Tickets are $28 in advance, $33 the day of the concert if available.
Time: 7:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM)
Tickets: Purchase tickets online or by calling 800-838-3006
Featuring: Frank Jackson, vocals, piano / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Oster, vocals / Erik Jekabson, trumpet / Christian Tambourr, vibraphone / Evan Price, violin / Jeff Chambers, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums

March 27th, Sunday
Frank Jackson / Larry Vuckovich / Al Obidinski
Master vocalist Frank Jackson returns featuring his unmatched repertoire of rare American standards and jazz classics. In a stand-up role, Frank will also display his creative, authentic, hard-swinging scatting. The Art of the Duo and Trio, Sunday Afternoon Jazz Series.
Venue: Bliss Bar
4026 24th St. (between Castro and Noe), San Francisco, CA
Admission: $10.00 music charge
Time: 4:30 - 7:30 PM
Tickets: 415-826-6200
Featuring: Frank Jackson, vocals / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Al Obidinski, bass

February 23, Wednesday
Scott Hamilton Quartet with Special Guests: Noel Jewkes / Jim Rothermel / Charlie McCarthy / Gordon Fels - Horizons with the Larry Vuckovich Trio
Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics. Guest saxophonists Noel Jewkes, Jim Rothermel, Charlie McCarthy, and Gordon Fels will sit in performing two-tenor duets with Scott Hamilton.
Venue: Horizons Restaurant
558 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Admission: Minimum fee to be applied for diners and bar patrons.
Time: 6:30 - 9:00 PM (two sets)
Tickets: 415-331-3232
Contact: Dan Smith at dusmith@pacbell.net
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Al Obidinski, bass / Curt Moore, drums / Noel Jewkes, Charlie McCarthy, Jim Rothermel, Gordon Fels, tenors

February 16th, Wednesday
Scott Hamilton Quartet with Special Guests: Jamie Davis / Noel Jewkes - Horizons / Ondine with the Larry Vuckovich Trio
Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics.
Former Count Basie vocalist Jamie Davis joins Scott for a few selections. Outstanding saxophonist Noel Jewkes performs two-tenor duets with Scott Hamilton in each set.
Venue: Horizons Restaurant
558 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Admission: $50.00 VIP Seating, $25.00 General Admission
Time: 8:00 PM (two sets)
Tickets: 415-331-3232
Contact: Dan Smith at dusmith@pacbell.net
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Al Obidinski, bass / Curt Moore, drums / Noel Jewkes, tenor / Jamie Davis, vocals

February 16th, Wednesday Late Afternoon
Scott Hamilton Master Class / Saxophone Clinic with Larry Vuckovich
Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton, one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today, will be conducting a master class prior to the evening's concert. Among a number of his features, he will demonstrate classic jazz techniques of natural phrasing, the beauty of the tenor saxophone sound, melodic and harmonic ideas as utilized in the great standards and bebop selections.
Venue: Horizons Restaurant
558 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA
Admission: $50.00 master class fee also includes admission to the evening's performance.
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Contact: Dan Smith at dusmith@pacbell.net
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Larry Vuckovich, piano

February 13th, Sunday
Scott Hamilton Quartet / Quintet with Noel Jewkes and The Larry Vuckovich Trio - Silos Jazz Club / Presented by the Napa Valley Jazz Society
Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics. Scott will also perform two-tenor duets with Noel Jewkes, including bebop classics and swinging standards.
Venue: Silo's Jazz Club
530 Main St., Napa, CA
Admission: $20.00 for members of Napa Valley Jazz Society, $40.00 for non-members
Time: 4 - 6:30 PM
Tickets: 707-224-JAZZ (707-224-5299)
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Noel Jewkes, tenor / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Al Obidinski, bass / Vince Lateano, drums

February 12th, Saturday
Scott Hamilton Quartet with The Larry Vuckovich Trio / Eagles Hall, Fort Bragg
Master tenor saxophonist Scott Hamilton is one of the few remaining classic tenor giants on the scene today. With credits of over 40 albums, Scott has also recorded with Tony Bennett, Woody Herman, and Rosemary Clooney. Scott will perform great standards and jazz classics.
Venue: Eagles Hall, Fort Bragg
Admission: $25.00 in advance, $30.00 at the door, $20.00 students (proceeds benefit the Mendocino Coast Jazz Society Scholarship Fund)
Time: 8:00 PM (two sets)
Tickets: 707-964-3899
Featuring: Scott Hamilton, tenor / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Al Obidinski, bass / Vince Lateano, drums

January 21st, Friday
Pete Yellin Quintet with Larry Vuckovich in a tribute to Charlie Parker & More
Creative New York master alto saxophonist Pete Yellin pays tribute to the great Charlie Parker. Pete will also include originals, plus the sounds of Afro-Cuban bebop salsa.
Venue: Piedmont Piano (new Oakland store)
18th and San Pablo, Oakland, CA
Admission: $20 Donation
Time: 8:00 PM
Tickets: 510-547-8188
Featuring: Pete Yellin, alto saxophone / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Ron Belcher, bass / Vince Lateano, drums / Hector Lugo, Latin percussion

December 19th, Sunday
Master vocalist, Kenny Washington with Larry Vuckovich
Superb master vocal stylist, Kenny Washington presents a most creative jazz vocal program including special standards and scat artistry. The Art of the Duo and Trio Sunday Afternoon Jazz Series The Art of the Duo and Trio
Venue: Bliss Bar.
4026- 24th Street (between Castro and Noe), San Francisco, CA
Admission: $10
Time: 4:30 - 7:30 PM
Tickets: (415) 826-6200
Featuring: Kenny Washington, vocals / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jeff Chambers, bass

December 4th, Saturday
Larry Vuckovich Solo Piano – Beyond Category
Presenting classic rare standards, contemporary jazz, originals, plus bebop masters' compositions, Ellington/Strayhorn, blues, free improvisation, and world music. Featuring Larry Vuckovich solo piano performing on the Fazioli piano concert grand. Complimentary holiday hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and wines will be served to thank our supporters.
Venue: Piedmont Piano - New Oakland store.
18th and San Pablo, Oakland, CA
Admission: $20 Donation
Time: 8:00pm
Tickets: (510)-547-8188
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, solo piano

August 28th, Saturday
Jackie Ryan With Larry Vuckovich Trio @Benbow Inn Jazz Week-end
Venue: Benbow Hotel & Resort
445 Lake Benbow Dr.
Garberville, Ca
Admission: $10 music charge; complimentary for hotel guests who are dining.
Time: 7-10pm
Featuring: Jackie Ryan, vocals / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Buca Necak, bass / Akira Tana, drums / Sanna Craig, bongos

August 27th,Friday
Larry Vuckovich with Jim Wilde Quintet@ Benbow Inn Jazz Week-end
Venue: Benbow Hotel & Resort
445 Lake Benbow Dr.
Garberville, Ca
Admission: $10 music charge; complimentary for hotel guests who are dining.
Time: 7-10pm
Tickets: (707)-923-2124
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Jim Wilde, guitar / Francis Vanek, tenor / Geoff Daugherty, bass / Michael Curran, drumss / Sanna Craig, bongos

July 20th, 22nd, 23rd
KIA Motors private events

July 13th, Tuesday
Larry Vuckovich All-Star Quintet Featuring vocalist/dancer Valeriana Quevedo Plus Special Guests: Dancer Adrian Bermudez & Vocalists Frank Jackson/Kenny Washington
Presented by Sonoma Valley Jazz Society in association with Tuesday Farmers Market - Grinstead Ampitheater. Performing the music of the Jazz Masters: Lester Young, Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, James Moody, plus originals
Venue: Sonoma City Plaza
Admission: Free outdoor concert
Time: 6:00 - 8:30pm
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Valeriana Quevedo, vocalist, dancer / Noel Jewkes, reeds / Pete Yellin, reeds / Buca Necak, bass / Akira Tana, drums / Sanna Craig, percussion

June 27th, Sunday
Larry Vuckovich All Star Mini-Big Band
Performing the swinging Big Band style of Ellington, Basie plus bebop and Latin sounds - special guest, vocalist, Kenny Washington.
Venue: Filoli Gardens
86 Canada Road, Woodside, CA 94062
Admission: $60 non-members; $50 members
Time: 1:30 pm
Tickets: 650-364-8300
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Joel Behrman, trumpet / John Gove, trombone / John Worley, trumpet / Noel Jewkes, reeds / Pete Yellin, reeds / Fil Lorenz, baritone sax / Al Obidinski, bass, / Akira Tana, drums / Carlos Caro, Latin percussion.

June 20th, Sunday
Frank Jackson Jazz Quartet
Featuring the Legendary San Francisco bebop pianist/vocalist in a stand-up singing format.
Frank Jackson was the house pianist at the famed Bop City Afterhours Club performing with Dexter Gordon, Pony Poindexter, John Handy and other greats.
Venue:  The Bach Society
Admission:   $30
Time: 4:30-7:30pm
Tickets: (650)-726-4143
Featuring: Frank Jackson, vocals, piano / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Al Obidinski, bass / Akira Tana, drums

June 5th, Saturday
Larry Vuckovich Jazz Improvisation Piano Workshop
Highlighting the piano styles of bebop, post-bop and "The Art of the Ballad"
Venue: Old Siskiyou Barn
Ashland, OR
Admission: Free to K - 12 and University students, $5 for Siskiyou Institute members, $10 for general public. Open to all instruments and vocalists.
Time: 11:00am
Tickets: (541)-488-3869 Call for reservations.

June 4th,Friday
Larry Vuckovich Solo Piano - History of Jazz Piano
Highlighting the piano styles from ragtime, swing, boogie, bebop, post-bop, modal and free jazz.
Venue: Old Siskiyou Barn
Ashland, OR
Admission: $20, $15 for Siskiyou Members ($5 Students)
Time: 7:30pm
Tickets: (541)-488-3869

May 16th, Sunday
Dexter Gordon Tribute Quintet featuring Tenor Saxophonists Daniel Jackson & Noel Jewkes
Dexter's Mode Hard Bop Quintet is a trumpet-tenor or a two tenor frontline ensemble saluting the music of Dexter Gordon, with whom I had the great pleasure of working in Denmark and Austria. The hard bop quintet performs originals of Dexter, Sonny Clark, and Woody Shaw which Dexter recorded with Woody. This ensemble recorded live at Yoshi's. The two tenor frontline ensemble features tenor saxophonists Hadley Caliman & Noel Jewkes with a swinging rhythm section of Jeff Chambers and Eddie Marshall.

Maxine Gordon (Dexter's widow) will be present in a question and answer presentation. Maxine will also show a rare video featuring one of Dexter's last performances, as well as exhibiting some classic Dexter photographs.
Venue: Silos Jazz Club
530 Main Street, Napa, CA
Admission: $20.00 for members of Napa Valley Jazz Society; $40 for non-members
Time: 4 - 6:30 PM
Tickets: 707-224-JAZZ (707-224-5299)
Featuring: Daniel Jackson & Noel Jewkes, Tenors/ Larry Vuckovich, piano/Jeff Chambers, bass/ Eddie Marshall, drums

The Legends of Jazz tour in Montana and Washington, including Spokane and Seattle, October 22nd - 28th, is presented by Singer and Simpson Production, including pianist Larry Vuckovich, and four other jazz masters: bassist Jeff Chambers (New York-San Francisco), drummer Eddie Marshall (San Francisco), tenor sax player Hadley Caliman (Seattle), and trombonist Curtis Fuller (Boston). Classic American Jazz doesn't get any better than this! Five 50-year veteran performers reunite for an experience of the jazz art at its highest level.

Oct. 28th, Wednesday
The Legends of Jazz
Tribute to legendary tenor saxophonist Hadley Caliman
Venue: Earshot Jazz Festival
Seattle Art Museum, 1300 First Ave., Seattle, WA 98101
Admission: $18 general, $10 students
Time: 8:00pm
Tickets: (206) 547-9787  (206) 720-7222

Oct. 26th, Monday
The Legends of Jazz
6 PM Cocktail Reception, Peacock Room, Davenport Hotel
Venue: Bing Crosby Theater
901 West Sprague Ave., Spokane, WA
Admission: $20, students $10
Time: 7:30 PM
Tickets: (509) 227-7638

Oct. 25th, Sunday
The Legends of Jazz
Venue: St. Anthony's Parish Hall
517 Tremont St., Missoula, MT 59801-3997
Admission: $55, includes food and beverage
Time: 7:00pm
Tickets: (406) 543-3129

Oct. 24th, Saturday
The Legends of Jazz
Venue: Whitefish Golf Club Restaurant
1200 Highway 93 NorthWhitefish, MT
Admission: $25
Time: 8:00pm
Tickets:(406) 862-5285

Oct. 23rd, Friday
The Legends of Jazz
Venue: Christ United Methodist/First Congregational UCC
2900 9th Ave. South, Great Falls, MT 59405
Admission: $20 advance, $25 at the door
Time:8:00pm
Tickets: (406) 454-4316

Oct. 22nd, Thursday
The Legends of Jazz
Venue: Bozeman Ellen Theater
17 West Main St. Bozeman, MT 59715-4642
Admission: $25
Time: 8:00pm, Cocktails 7:00pm
Tickets: (406) 585-5885

Oct. 21st, Wednesday
San Francisco Jazz Festival
Jim Rothermej Swingtet in a Benny Goodman Centennial Salute (Opening for headliner Eddie Daniels Quartet)
Venue: Herbst Theater
Admission:  $25, $45 and $65
Time: 7:30pm
Featuring: Jim Rothermel, clarinet / Jim Zimmerman, vibes / Larry Vuckovich, piano / Al Obidinski, bass /
Akira Tana, drums

September 6th, Sunday
Larry Vuckovich Euro-Trash Trio +
One with vocalist-dancer Valeriana Quevedo
Featuring Larry's high energy European-born, hard swinging Latin Jazz rhythm section accented by his dynamic Puerto Rican-born percussionist. This date promises to be a swinging Labor Day Sunday musical bash of high-energy, uplifting Latin and Jazz music.
Venue: The BACH Society
Admission: $30
Time: 4:00 - 7:00pm
Tickets: (650)-726-4143
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich (Montenegro), piano / Buca Necak (Serbia), bass / Paul Van Wageningen (Holland), drums / Hector Lugo (Puerto Rico), Latin percussion / Valeriana Quevedo (USA), Jazz and Latin vocals

August 5th, Wednesday (Europe, Serbia/Vojvodina)
Venue: Novi Sad Novosadsko Muzicko Leto at Sinagoga
Time: 9:00pm
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Mike Zisman, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums / Josh Workman, guitar / Lazaro Del Toro Vega, Latin percussion

August 3rd, Monday (Europe, Montenegro)
Larry Vuckovich Trio plus guest guitarist Josh Workman
Venue: Kotor Art Festival
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Mike Zisman, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums / Josh Workman, guitar

July 31st,  Wednesday - Friday (Europe, Macedonia)
Larry Vuckovich Trio plus guest guitarist Josh Workman
Venue: Ohrid Summer Festival
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Mike Zisman, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums / Josh Workman, guitar

July 30th, Thursday (Europe, Macedonia)
Larry Vuckovich Trio plus guest guitarist Josh Workman
Venue: Bitola Summer Festival
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Mike Zisman, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums / Josh Workman, guitar

July 28th, Tuesday (Europe, Serbia)
Larry Vuckovich Trio plus special guests
Cuban percussionist, Lazaro Del Toro Vega and guitarist, Josh Workman
Venue: Belef - Belgrade Summer Festival
Fort Kalemegdan
Admission: FREE CONCERT
Time: 9:00pm
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano / Mike Zisman, bass / Chuck McPherson, drums / Josh Workman, guitar

May 28th, Thursday
Larry Vuckovich Euro Trash International Quartet featuring
Valeriana Quevedo
Performing hard-swinging, contemporary Jazz-Latin plus world music selections.
Bonus treat: creative Latin/Jazz dance presentation.
Venue: Yoshi's
510 Embarcadero West, Oakland, CA 94607
Admission:  first show $16, second show $16
Tickets: (510) 238-9200
Time: 8:00pm and 10:00pm
Featuring: Larry Vuckovich, piano (Montenegro) / Valeriana Quevedo, vocals and dance (USA/Mexico) / Buca Necak, bass (Serbia) / Akira Tana, drums (USA/Japan) / Hector Lugo, Latin percussion (Puerto Rico) / Adrian Bermudez, dance (Nicaragua)

The Legends of Jazz mini tour in Santa Fe and Taos, New Mexico, and Denver: May 7th - 10th, presented by Singer and Simpson Production, including pianist Larry Vuckovich, and four other jazz masters: bassist John Heard (Los Angeles), drummer Eddie Marshall (San Francisco), tenor sax player Hadley Caliman (Seattle), and trombonist Julian Priester (Seattle). Classic American Jazz doesn't get any better than this! Five 50-year veteran performers reunite for an experience of the jazz art at its highest level.

May 10th, Sunday
The Legends of Jazz
Venue: Dazzle Supper Club,Denver
Premier jazz nightclub in the Rockies
930 Lincoln St., Denver, CO 80203
Admission: $25
Time: 5 PM and 7 PM
Tickets: (303) 839-5100

May 9th, Saturday
The Legends of Jazz
Prior to the concert, dine al fresco at the Mountain View Restaurant at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort. Experience Colorado Fusion cuisine, inspired by locally grown ingredients with accents from the Southwest. To make reservations, click here or call 538-4060 Make an evening of it! Book a room at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort and relax in style. The resort is pleased to extend a special rate for any of our concert attendees of $99 (plus tax and resort fees).
Venue: Cheyenne Mountain Resort
3225 Broadmoor Valley Road, Colorado Springs CO 80906
Admission:  $25-$35
KRCC members are $25 (must purchase tickets at KRCC), $30 Advance tickets, $35 day of show
Time: 8:00pm
Tickets: 719-538-4000

May 8th, Friday
The Legends of Jazz
Venue: El Monte Sagrado, Taos, exquisite resort and spa
317 Kit Carson Rd., Taos, NM 87571
Admission: $30
Time: 8:00pm
Tickets: (575) 758-3502.

May 7th, Thursday
The Legends of Jazz
Sponsored by Friends of Santa Fe Jazz.
Venue: Vanessie of Santa Fe, renowned continental grill and piano bar
434 W. San Francisco St., Santa Fe, NM 87501
Admission: $40
Time: 8:00
Tickets: (505) 982-9966

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