Signature Sound News

Sally Kellerman, who has of the most recognizable voices in film and television, will appear at the Rrazz Room in the Hotel Nikko Monday, Feb 16 and Tues, Feb 17th. She will be celebrating the release of her new jazz and standards CD, Sally Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at www.therrazzroom.com or directly through ticketweb.com or at 866 468 3399. Sally Kellerman starred as the infamous Hot Lips Houlihan in Robert Altman's M*A*S*H, for which she was nominated for both an Academy Award and Golden Globe Award. She has amassed an impressive resume of memorable feature film, television and theater credits that total in the hundreds and continues to grow each year. As with many of the great song stylists who have long inspired her, Sally Kellerman has the unique ability to make a song her own. Blessed with a thriving film and voice-over career that spans more than three decades, Sally proves once again the unlimited range of her talent as she maintains her signature sound while shifting effortlessly from the big screen to the recording studio. The CD, Sally is a fitting and contemporary mix of jazzy blues and adult standards with a touch of soulful rock. Under contract with Verve Records at the age of 18, Sally has had the opportunity to sing in numerous film and television productions. She has sung at Carnegie Hall and the Los Angeles Music Center and has appeared regularly on the concert club circuit, performing at such popular venues as The Roxy and Catalina Bar & Grill in Los Angeles and The Metropolitan Room in New York. With the release of this long awaited album, Sally has come full circle The seductive combination of words and music shine through on Sally and fans will undeniably agree that what makes the album even more special is the unmistakable presence of the voice.

Violin virtuosos Black Violin (BV) to headline New York's oldest and most active theatre in the heart of the Broadway district from March 11- 22, 2009. Combining a daunting array of musical styles and influences to produce a signature sound that is part maestro, part emcee, the group features two classically trained violinists and their DJ. With influences from Shostakovich and Bach to Jay-Z, Black Violin blends the classical with the modern and creates a sound that not only stimulates the senses but penetrates the soul. Black Violin features Wil B on the viola and Kev Marcus the violin. Showtime at the Apollo champions, these musical magicians have toured and worked with artists from Alicia Keys to Aerosmith to Aretha Franklin and Tom Petty. From The Eagles to P. Diddy, Black Violin's true mission is to help under privileged kids get ahead through education and awareness. The New Victory Theatre is the perfect place for Black Violin to showcase their unique live show that features intense violin duets intertwined with an entertaining flow of information that strives to educate and excite young minds. New Victory's dedication to children's education and their families fits perfectly into Black Violin's commitment to enriching the lives of kids through music. Black Violin's Wil B says, 'We understand the influence we have over kids that's why we want to give back. We want to help them think outside of the box.'

Sally Kellerman, who has of the most recognizable voices in film and television, will appear at the Rrazz Room in the Hotel Nikko Monday, Feb 16 and Tues, Feb 17th. She will be celebrating the release of her new jazz and standards CD, Sally Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at www.therrazzroom.com or directly through ticketweb.com or at 866 468 3399. Sally Kellerman starred as the infamous Hot Lips Houlihan in Robert Altman's M*A*S*H, for which she was nominated for both an Academy Award and Golden Globe Award. She has amassed an impressive resume of memorable feature film, television and theater credits that total in the hundreds and continues to grow each year. As with many of the great song stylists who have long inspired her, Sally Kellerman has the unique ability to make a song her own. Blessed with a thriving film and voice-over career that spans more than three decades, Sally proves once again the unlimited range of her talent as she maintains her signature sound while shifting effortlessly from the big screen to the recording studio. The CD, Sally is a fitting and contemporary mix of jazzy blues and adult standards with a touch of soulful rock. Under contract with Verve Records at the age of 18, Sally has had the opportunity to sing in numerous film and television productions. She has sung at Carnegie Hall and the Los Angeles Music Center and has appeared regularly on the concert club circuit, performing at such popular venues as The Roxy and Catalina Bar & Grill in Los Angeles and The Metropolitan Room in New York. With the release of this long awaited album, Sally has come full circle The seductive combination of words and music shine through on Sally and fans will undeniably agree that what makes the album even more special is the unmistakable presence of the voice.

On February 9, 2009, solo pianist, George Winston, sponsored by The Ritz Carlton Golf Club and Spa and Kretzer Piano, will perform a concert at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. Winston, best known for his seasonally themed recordings including December, Autumn, Winter Into Spring, and Summer, has seven multi-platinum, platinum and gold records. 'Autumn, Winter Into Spring, December and Summer are but four of the elegant Winston Albums that have depicted a seasonal inspiration during the last 25 years,' Walter Tunis, Knight Ridder. With a melodic folk-style piano as his signature sound of more than 30 years, Winston's performance will include renditions of his most beloved solo piano works, and pieces from his seasonal recordings, Vince Guaraldi's Peanuts pieces, New Orleans R&B piano, stride piano and various other selections. Winston has been raising money for food banks and service organization for more than 20 years including donating a portion of his merchandise sales to the organizations. In South Florida there are 295,000 children going hungry every night and in Palm Beach County alone, there are 133,000 individuals living below poverty. The Daily Bread Food Bank represents Feeding America in South Florida, and last year distributed eighteen million pounds of food to over 800 agencies serving up to an average of a thousand people each month.

Tony-winner Idina Menzel can be seen this month on PBS in a new concert, which premiered on January 15, 2009. The evening includes appearances with guest stars Josh Groban and Ravi Coltrane. The special, part of the PBS series - Soundstage was taped in New York City inside the Rose Theater at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Click here to check local listings for airing information.

The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller, America's favorite holiday concert, rolls into San Francisco's Post Street Theatre (450 Post Street) for a limited engagement beginning Thursday, December 20 and running through Sunday, January 6, 2008.

Opera In Concert stages Mozart's ZAÏDE - A TURKISH DELIGHT for one performance: Sunday Januray 28th

Jennifer Hudson, who is earning much positive buzz for her star turn as Effie in the upcoming Dreamgirls film, has signed with Arista Records

CONTEST CLOSED! MEAT LOAF: BAT OUT OF HELL LIVE WITH THE MELBOURNE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CD and DVD!