DAN WILENSKY SAXOPHONE JOURNAL http://www.dornpub.com I'm featured on the cover and in a 6 page interview in Saxophone Journal. View or order a subscription at the website above. A one year subscription is $47.50 (6 issues with a CD included in each issue), or $13.25 for single issues. If you love the saxophone and saxophone players, this publication is for you! Tuesday, June 21st, 2011 10:00 PM EDT THE DAN WILENSKY QUARTET Miles Cafe 212 East 52nd St. 3rd Floor New York, NY 212.371.7657 http://www.milescafe.com Price: $10 David Phelps-guitar, Dean Johnson-bass, Tony Moreno-drums. 10-11:30 (2 other bands before us); $10 cover & $10 drink minimum. Wednesday, June 29th, 2011 4:00 PM EDT MUSIC FOR KIDS Eatontown Public Library 33 Broad Street Eatontown, NJ 732.389.2665 http://www.eatontown.lib.nj.us Price: $FREE All ages welcome. Bring an instrument if you have one. Wednesday, July 6th, 2011 8:00 PM EDT THE DAN WILENSKY QUARTET The Bitter End 147 Bleecker St. between Thompson & La Guardia New York, NY 212.673.7030 http://www.bitterend.com Price: $7 The Quartet plays Bleecker Street! Join Tony Moreno, Dean Johnson, David Phelps, and Dan Wilensky at this legendary club for an hour of scintillating jazz with a twist. Saturday, July 9th, 2011 2:00 PM EDT THE DAN WILENSKY QUARTET Point Pleasant Borough Library 834 Beaver Dam Road Point Pleasant, NJ 732.295.1555 http://theoceancountylibrary.org/Branches/PX/px.htm Price: $FREE Outdoor Summer Jazz Concert, 2-3:30. Bring a chair or a blanket and bask in the sumptuous sounds. Monday, July 11th, 2011 7:30 PM EDT ARTISTS FOR PEACE Soka Gakkai International 7 E. 15th Street New York, NY 212.727.7715 http://www.sgi-usa.org/ Price: $FREE One hour jazz concert. Great place. Great music. And free! Thursday, July 14th, 2011 3:00 PM EDT ONE WORLD, MANY STORIES Atlantic Highlands Public Library 48 Avenue C Atlantic Highlands, NJ 732.291.1956 http://atlantichighlands.lib.nj.us Price: $FREE Stories and music for children of all ages. Tuesday, July 19th, 2011 9:00 AM EDT DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE http://www.downbeat.com I wrote 2 articles for Downbeat Magazine. The first one, "Kiss Your Licks Goodbye," will appear in the August issue. Available everywhere. Thursday, July 21st, 2011 7:00 PM EDT THE DAN WILENSKY QUARTET Middletown Pulic Library 55 New Monmouth Road Middletown, NJ 732.671.3700 http://www.middletownpubliclib.org Price: $FREE With Mark Soskin-piano, Dean Johnson-bass, Tony Moreno-drums. We'll play a mix of originals and standards from 7-8:30 p.m. This is a great chance to hear my New York jazz quartet in a concert setting. Saturday, September 10th, 2011 2:00 PM EDT BOOK SIGNING AND CONCERT Hunterdon County Public Library 314 state Route 12 Flemington, NJ 908.788.1444 http://www.hclibrary.us/branches/allbranches.htm#hcl Price: $FREE I'll be reading from and signing copies of my book, "Musician!," taking questions, and demonstrating the art of improvisation. Thursday, September 15th, 2011 7:00 PM EDT THE DAN WILENSKY QUARTET Colts Neck Library 1 Winthrop Drive Colts Neck, NJ 732.431.5656 http://www.friendsofthecoltsnecklibrary.com/CNfol/Home.html Price: $FREE I'm joined by Doug Clark (guitar), Steve Varner (bass), and Mike Heady (drums). We'll play swinging jazz standards from 7-8:30 p.m. Saturday, September 24th, 2011 11:00 AM EDT BOOKFEST 2011! A FESTIVAL OF WORDS Toms River Library 101 Washington St. Toms River, NJ 08753 732.349.6200 http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2161&EventID=103977 Price: FREE This is a fun event for the whole family. The outdoor festival features talks by authors, book signing, crafts, music, dance, food, balloons and our favorite furry character Sparks! I'll be signing books and CDs from 11-3. Saturday, October 15th, 2011 1:30 PM EDT BOOK READING, SIGNING, MUSIC River Road Books 759 River Road Fair Haven, NJ 732.747.9455 http://www.riverroadbooks.net Price: FREE From 1:30-3:30 I'll be reading excerpts from my book "Musician!," playing saxophone, leading a discussion about music, and taking questions. Signed copies of my books and CDs will be available. Monday, January 2nd, 2012 8:00 PM EST "MUSICIAN!" IN THE PRESS Publisher's Weekly http://www.publishersweekly.com Price: $8 My book, "Musician!" will be featured in the venerable Publisher's Weekly magazine, in both the print and web editions. Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012 7:00 PM EST NEW CD RELEASE Dan Wilensky Quartet +1 http://www.cdbaby.com/artist/dwilensky Price: $12 The release date for Back In The Mix, my new CD featuring Russ Johnson, Mark Soskin, Dean Johnson, and Tony Moreno. Enjoy! Thursday, January 12th, 2012 7:00 PM EST COMMUNITY ACTION PROJECT BENEFIT M-24 Ranch Sheep Ranch Road Mountain Ranch, CA 209.293.4953 http://www.calaverascap.com Price: $25 I'll be reading from my book "Musician," leading a discussion about music, and jamming with local musicians. This event benefits the Caliveras Community Action Project (CAP). Tickets available by calling Holly Mines at the number above. Sunday, February 5th, 2012 7:00 PM EST THE LAST KISS The York Theatre Company 619 Lexington Ave. New York, NY 212.935.5820 http://www.yorktheatre.org Price: TBA MATINEE PERFORMANCE AT 2 PM. A rock & roll musical featuring our fabulous band. More info to come. Monday, February 6th, 2012 7:00 PM EST THE LAST KISS The York Theatre Company 619 Lexington Ave. New York, NY 212.935.5820 http://www.yorktheatre.org Price: TBD A rock & roll musical featuring our fabulous band. More info to come. Friday, March 9th, 2012 5:30 PM EST READING AND CONCERT BookTowne 171 Main St. Manasquan, NJ 732.722.7255 http://www.booktowne.com Price: FREE! Get cozy with great conversation about BOOKS! Escape the rush of the busy week and cold temps while you sip a glass of wine! Join us for Wine and Cheese Nights every Friday in the winter at Booktowne. RSVP by calling 732-722-7255 Sunday, March 11th, 2012 3:00 PM EDT TOM CHAPIN & FRIENDS A. H. Elementary School 140 First Ave. Atlantic Highlands, NJ 732.737.7160 http://www.atlantichighlandsartscouncil.com/ahac Price: $25 I'll be sitting in with Tom for this fun family concert. Tickets for children 2-10 are $10. Saturday, April 28th, 2012 2:00 PM EDT FROM THOUGHTS TO PRINT: GETTING PUBLISHED IN THE 21st CENTURY Edison Library 340 Plainfield Avenue Edison, NJ 08817 732.287.2298 http://www.njauthorsnetwork.com Price: FREE! Join New Jersey Authors Jon Gibbs (moderator), Mickey Flagg, Donna Galanti, Jim 'J.J.' Lair, marykate Quinn, and Dan Wilensky for a fun, informative discussion on different approaches to writing, getting published, and the various options available to writers in today's market. Tuesday, May 8th, 2012 7:00 PM EDT FROM THOUGHTS TO PRINT: GETTING PUBLISHED IN THE 21st CENTURY Woodbridge Library 1 George Frederick Plaza Woodbridge, NJ 07095 732.634.4450 X7130 http://www.njauthorsnetwork.com Price: FREE! Join New Jersey Authors Jon Gibbs (moderator), Helen Henderson, Christine Marciniak and Dan Wilensky for a fun, informative discussion on different approaches to writing, getting published, and the various options available to writers in today's market. Tuesday, May 15th, 2012 8:00 AM EDT DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE June 2012 Issue http://www.downbeat.com Price: $4.99 Downbeat will feature my article "Style-Hopping" in their Masterclass section. Thursday, July 5th, 2012 7:00 PM EDT FROM THOUGHTS TO PRINT: GETTING PUBLISHED IN THE 21st CENTURY Howell Public Library 318 Old Tavern Road Howell, NJ 07731 732.938.2300 http://www.njauthorsnetwork.com Price: FREE! Join New Jersey Authors Jon Gibbs (moderator), Alice DiNizo, Neal Levin, Ilene Schneider, and Dan Wilensky for a fun, informative discussion on different approaches to writing, getting published, and the various options available to writers in today's market. Saturday, July 7th, 2012 12:00 PM EDT MIDDLETOWN JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL Middletown Arts Center 36 Church St. Middletown, NJ 732.933.1984 http://www.jsjbf.org Price: FREE! The Dan Wilensky Quartet opens the festival: 12-1 p.m. 1 HOUR ONLY! Stick around for more great jazz & blues plus a Beer & Wine Garden, Youth Stage & Kid's Activities. Wednesday, August 1st, 2012 6:00 PM EDT JAZZ IN BRYANT PARK Bryant Park 6th Ave. at 42nd St. New York, NY 212.719.3424 http://www.bryantpark.org Price: FREE! The Dan Wilensky Quartet will be performing from 6-7 in Bryant Park, on the stage closest to 6th Ave. Saturday, September 1st, 2012 8:00 AM EDT MOVING TO THE WEST COAST! Portland, Oregon I'll be moving and setting up shop in Portland for a few months, so please stand by! Friday, February 1st, 2013 9:00 PM EST DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE March 2013 Issue http://www.downbeat.com Price: $4.99 Downbeat will feature my article "Lose Yourself – Without Getting Lost" in their Pro Session. Monday, March 4th, 2013 7:00 PM EST GARY OGAN O'connor's 7850 SW Capitol Hwy Portland, OR 97219 503.244.1690 http://www.oconnorsportland.com Price: FREE! I'll be playing with singer/songwriter Gary Ogan at this fine establishment. Full bar and extensive menu. Sunday, March 10th, 2013 5:30 PM EDT LAURA CUNARD Ivories 1505 NW 124th Ave. Portland, OR 97229 503.646.3320 http://www.ivoriesjazz.com Price: $5 I'll be making a guest appearance with Laura from 6:30-7:30. Wednesday, April 17th, 2013 6:00 PM EDT SIREN SALON Paula Byrne 7533 SE 11th Ave. Portland, OR 503.804.7660 http://www.somaspace.us Price: FREE! I'm accompanying a fabulous pack of chanteuses from 6-9pm. Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 7:30 PM EDT LAURA CUNARD Coyote's 5301 West Baseline Rd. Hillsboro, OR 503.640.7225 http://www.coyotesrestaurant.com Price: NO COVER Laura & I will play a set, followed by a jazz jam. All ages welcome! This is a laid-back, fun joint. Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 7:00 PM EDT ADRIAN MARTIN 4SUM Orenco Station Grill 6195 NE Cornell Rd. Hillsboro, OR 97124 503.844.9119 http://www.OrencoStationGrill.com Price: NO COVER Great music plus great food equals true bliss! Friday, May 31st, 2013 8:00 PM EDT THE DAN WILENSKY TRIO Camellia Lounge 510 NW 11th Ave. between Glisan & Hoyt Portland, OR 503.221.2123 http://www.teazone.com Price: $10 My new trio, featuring Ron Steen (drums) and Kevin Deitz (bass), will be holding forth from 8-10:30 at this cool restaurant/bar. Free CD with admission. Saturday, June 1st, 2013 9:00 AM EDT THE INSTRUMENTALIST MAGAZINE June 2013 issue http://www.instrumentalistmagazine.com Price: $3 (or $21 for 1 year sub.) This excellent publication will feature my article "So Much To Learn." Tuesday, June 4th, 2013 7:30 PM EDT LAURA CUNARD Coyote's 5301 West Baseline Rd. Hillsboro, OR 503.640.7225 http://www.coyotesrestaurant.com Price: NO COVER Laura & I will play a set, followed by a jazz jam. All ages welcome! This is a laid-back, fun joint. Thursday, June 13th, 2013 8:00 PM EDT LAURA CUNARD TRIO FEATURING DAN WILENSKY Camellia Lounge 510 NW 11th Ave. between Glisan & Hoyt Portland, OR 503.221.2123 http://www.teazone.com Price: NO COVER Great night to hear Laura's burning left hand! Joined by the magnanimous Andy Korn on drums, and yours truly. Music burns until 10:30. All ages welcome. Thursday, July 25th, 2013 7:30 PM EDT PAULA BYRNE TRIO Vie De Boheme 1530 SE 7th Ave. Portland, OR 503.360.1233 http://www.viedebohemepdx.com Price: $7 Come on out and hear Paula's sumptuous vocals, Joe Millward's killer left hand, and my tenor & flute musings.