The Return of Sketchy Black Dog

Sketchy Black Dog, the band that proves jazz, classical and classic rock can co-exist and combine to produce beautiful music, is back to grace the stage of the Iridium in New York City. This is taking place on Thursday, February 2, with two sets at 8:00 and 10:00 p.m. The last time Sketchy (as it's known to its loyal followers) performed in the Big Apple, during the Winter Jazz Fest/APAP week, it packed the clubs with fans who whooped and hollered after each set.

Here's the lineup of marvelous musicians who make up this band:

Misha Piatigorsky, piano
Chris Wabich, drums
Danton Boller, bass
Monica Davis, violin
Hilary Castle, violin
Colin Benn, viola
Agnes Nagy, cello

To see three video examples of the band in performance, click on these links:

Sketchy Black Dog
http://www.vimeo.com/30166637

Open Window
http://www.vimeo.com/30128587

Fala Bicho
http://vimeo.com/30350725

If you want to experience the magic of Sketchy live, get more information at http://theiridium.com/.

Sketchy Black Dog - Father's Day gig

Sketchy Black Dog has a very special gig coming up this Sunday at Klavierhaus, a lovely venue where you'll be surrounded by some of the most beautiful pianos in the world, including the one which will be played by the amazing Misha Piatigorsky. But there's more: the strong bass pulse of Danton Boller, the rhythmic genius of Chris Wabich on drums and an exquisite string quartet. You'll marvel at the imaginative and audacious mashup of jazz, rock and classical. Plus there will be a wine reception. What an incredible Father's Day gift this would make for a really hip dad!

6/19 NYC
KLAVIERHAUS, 9pm
tickets: peter@klavierhaus.com
211 West 58th Street between Broadway and 7th Ave.
New York, NY 10019
(480) 789-1313

Almost time for Mark Murphy's gig...

Just a gentle reminder about Mark's next NYC gig:

ZINC BAR, NYC
Wednesday, June 8, one set only, 9:30 pm
82 West 3rd Street (btw Thompson & Sullivan)
Greenwich Village - New York, NY

Mark will be ably assisted by Misha Piatigorsky on piano, Danton Boller on bass and Chris Wabich on drums. (This is same band that performs with him on his new CD release, "Never Let Me Go".)

Tickets: tel. 212-477-ZINC (9462)
www.zincbar.com