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Paul Crewes Rachel Fine and amongst many others. LINDA BRICEÑO ( Artistic Director Managing Director (Trumpet) A protégé of the He has performed with and the and Vocalist) is one of the most legendary master Dizzy AND Boston Pops, and in the Super bowl with Tony influential musicians of her Gillespie, Arturo Sandoval was Bennett and Patti LaBelle. His compositions can generation. Not only her THE ARTURO SANDOVAL INSTITUTE born in Artemisa, a small town also be heard in movies including 1001 to 1 trumpet playing but also her PRESENT in the outskirts of Havana, starring Beau Bridges, At Middleton starring Andy singing and compositions invite , on November 6, 1949, Garcia and Vera Farmiga, ’s soundtrack the audience to take a journey just two years after Gillespie became the first for Havana and Random Hearts, in the Mambo within a wonderful story in which they can also play musician to bring Latin influences into American Kings soundtrack with his Grammy nominated a role. As an immigrant and activist Linda brings us Jazz. Sandoval began studying classical trumpet at composition Mambo Caliente, in the soundtrack of Nostalgia, an exquisite experience full of memories the age of twelve, but it didn’t take him long to The Perez Family, 61, Mr. Wrong, the documentary of her hometown Caracas, Venezuela and her catch the excitement of the jazz world. He has since Oscar, and The Family Fuentes among of others. He unique interpretation of different compositions evolved into one of the world’s most acknowledged also was commissioned by the Kennedy Center to from legends such as Joni Mitchell and Dori guardians of jazz trumpet and , as well as compose the music for the ballet Pepito’s Story, Soul Caymmi. Linda is based in where she SANDOVAL a renowned classical artist, pianist and composer. Possessed, as well as Oman O Men, and The Hot is currently completing her program at the New He is one of the most dynamic and vivacious live Chocolate Nutcracker, choreographed by Debbie School. In 2014 she received two nominations for performers of our time, and has been seen by Allen. Arturo Sandoval reaches beyond the scope of the , one as Best New Artist millions at the Oscars, at the Grammy Awards, and mere effort. His struggles while in Cuba and since and the other one as Best Pop Traditional Album for the Billboard Awards. Sandoval has been awarded his defection have given him more energy and her first discographic work called Tiempo produced JAZZ WEEKEND 10 Grammy Awards, and nominated 19 times. He strength, urging him to accomplish and surpass his by herself. has also received 6 Billboard Awards and an Emmy childhood dreams. Filled with a virtuoso capability, Program Award, the latter for his composing work on the he desires nothing more than to share his gift with EDMAR CASTAÑEDA entire underscore of the HBO movie based on his others who feel the same intense adoration for (Harp) Since arriving in the life, For Love or Country that starred Andy Garcia as music as he does. One frequently speaks of Arturo in 1994, THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2018 7:30PM Arturo. His two latest Grammy award winning Sandoval’s virtuoso technical ability or his specialty Colombian-born harp virtuoso Master Class, sponsored by the Arturo Sandoval Institute albums, "Dear Diz (Everyday I Think of You)" and in high notes, but those who have seen him on the Edmar Castañeda has forged his "Tango Como Yo Te Siento" are now available piano, lyrically improvising a ballad, or has had the own distinctive path in music. Running Time: 70 minutes, no intermission worldwide. Arturo Sandoval's newest CD is opportunity to enjoy the diversity of his music, He brings not only an unfamiliar "Eternamente Manzanero". Performing the music through his compositions from the most instrument but a wholly original voice to jazz, of revered Mexican romantic pianist/singer/ straight ahead jazz, or classical, knows that branching out into a world of different styles and FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2018 7:30PM songwriter with co-headliner Arturo Sandoval is one of the most brilliant genres. His wide-ranging career has been Max Haymer, Piano is a true labor of love. The album musicians, and one recognizes that Arturo is one of remarkable for discovering a brilliant role for the Linda Briceño, Trumpet & Vocalist is a fresh, modern and pleasant take on his the most brilliant, multifaceted and renowned harp in jazz, and then continuing to innovate and beautiful music. The new book The Man musicians of our time. spark creativity from a wealth of formidable 15-Minute Intermission Who Changed My Life chronicles his relationship collaborations. His latest CD, "Live in Montreal," with . Arturo is the 2013 recipient of The Mission of the Arturo Sandoval Institute is features the latest in an ever-growing history of Edmar Castañeda, Harp the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Sandoval was a to Educate, Support and Inspire music students to thrilling partnerships, an utterly unique duo with Running Time: 2 hours and 15 minutes, with a 15-minute intermission founding member of the Grammy Award-winning continue music education without regard to their the electrifying Japanese pianist Hiromi. group , whose explosive mixture of jazz, economic circumstances. The Institute provides classical, rock and traditional Cuban music caused a scholarships, instruments, concerts, clinics, master CONNIE HAN (Piano) "Jazz SATURDAY, JANUARY 27, 2018 7:30PM sensation throughout the entertainment world. In classes and financial support. inspires the rebel in me," says Arturo Sandoval, Trumpet 1981, he left Irakere to form his own band, which -based pianist garnered enthusiastic praise from critics and MAX HAYMER (Piano) Born Connie Han. Though only 21, Running Time: 90 minutes, no intermission audiences all over the world, and continues to and raised in LA, Max Haymer Connie plays with a compelling do so. Sandoval is also a renowned classical graduated with Magna Cum depth and sophistication that SUNDAY, JANUARY 28, 2018 7:30PM musician, performing regularly with the leading Laude honors and a Bachelor's only complements her fire and symphony orchestras from around the world. Arturo of Music Degree from UC Irvine. tenacity. In August 2016 Han performed at the Connie Han, Piano has composed his own Concerto for Trumpet & During that time, he won second Annual Asian Heritage Jazz Festival on the Aubrey Logan, Trombone & Vocalist Orchestra, which can be heard on "Arturo Sandoval: numerous awards from same bill as Hiroshima member June Kuramoto The Classical Album." Arturo has performed with competitions such as the and Phil Woods disciple Grace Kelly. In May 2017, 15-Minute Intermission the foremost orchestras in the country as well as Solo Piano Competition, Great American Pianist she was featured in Keyboard Magazine, a fixture of abroad and has recorded John Williams’ Trumpet Competition, and the Horace Silver Piano the keyboard and electronic music world of the past Cyrille Aimée, Vocalist - Concerto with the London Symphony Orchestra. His Competition. Haymer recently had the pleasure of four decades, as a part of its Talent Scout Series. In Running Time: 2 hours and 15 minutes, with a 15-minute intermission classical artistry has earned him the respect and touring internationally with Grammy Award-winning June 2017, she performed at Rhodes Fest alongside admiration from the most prestigious conductors, Arturo Sandoval, and when Haymer is not playing Stanley Clarke and Bob James. In the same month, composers and symphony orchestras worldwide. with him, he leads his own trio. He has headlined at Connie was featured with her trio at the Montreal Arturo Sandoval’s versatility can be heard on all the clubs in the LA area - Catalina's, Blue Whale, Jazz Festival, ranked by Guinness World Records as JANUARY 25-28, 2018 AT 7:30PM recordings with everyone from Dizzy Gillespie, Vitellos, Vibratos, and countless others. He has the largest jazz festival in the world. In her time Bram Goldsmith Theater Woody Herman, Woody Shaw, , headlined the Jazz in the Pines Festival this past performing on the west coast, Han has cut her teeth , , Bill Conti, and Stan summer, as well as the Coachella Valley Jazz series. with major jazz personalities such as Walter Smith III, Getz to , , , Please check maxhaymer.com for more info! and Mike Clark.

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AUBREY LOGAN (Trombone and Vocalist) Whether she’s Artist Statement jammin’ on her trombone or sailing through a song with her It has truly been an honor to travel the world and perform in nothing-held-back, multi-octave theaters, festivals and jazz clubs in every corner of the globe. One vocal instrument, Aubrey Logan thing I am always aware of is keeping my eyes and ears open to captivates audiences and delivers originality to everything modern in music. new talent developing around me-- and I have been lucky enough to Her style as an entertainer ranges from sassy to come across some exceptionally gifted young musicians throughout sultry, and her performances never fail to elicit the my musical journey. highest critical praise. A graduate of Boston’s renown and winner of the top vocal competitions at the Montreux Jazz Festival I am grateful to The Wallis for opening their arms and to welcome in Switzerland, Aubrey is passionate about her art six wonderful artists and their groups to join the Sandoval Jazz and finds herself at home whether in a recording Weekend! We felt it would be a wonderful gift and such a great studio, on stage with symphony orchestras or in experience, both for them and for our city, to be able to provide intimate clubs with her own ensemble. This Seattle native who makes her home in Los Angeles has this platform to further showcase their artistry. I am overwhelmed attracted enthusiastic fans all across the country, with joy to have my foundation, Arturo Sandoval Institute, serve and now, throughout much of the world. The as the presenting sponsor of a Master Class, which I will teach. international Aubrey has performed in 20 countries The Master Class will be free to the public so we hope you’ll join in the last year and added more than 60 US appearances during that same time in addition to us! Through the support of the Arturo Sandoval Institute, we have prestigious television appearances on the Grammy reached out to the community and received incredible feedback with Awards and Jimmy Kimmel. students and musicians excited to get immersed in music during the master class! CYRILLE AIMÉE (Vocalist) Improvisation is not just a technique for Cyrille Aimée, it’s The Arturo Sandoval Institute (ASI) serves to Inspire, Educate a way of life. The acclaimed and Support our young musicians. Students are able to access vocalist ventured from singing instruments, lessons, and master classes, therefore ASI is able to on street corners in Europe to dazzling audiences at the create balance in their lives so that they may study music without world’s most prestigious jazz festivals; from financial burdens. Due to generous support like that of The Wallis, sneaking out to sing in gypsy encampments in her music students have the freedom to play and create from their native France to acting on Broadway; from braving hearts. At ASI, we aim to serve our aspiring musicians together, the notoriously tough audiences at New York’s Apollo Theatre to being called a “rising star in the and supporting the development of the one universal language that galaxy of jazz singers” by the New York Times. unites people from every corner of the world: Music! Thank you Among countless accolades, Aimée has won the for joining the Arturo Sandoval Institute (ASI) on this most fulfilling Montreux Jazz Festival Vocal Competition and the journey, and we look forward to sharing more musical opportunities Sarah Vaughn International Jazz Vocal Competition. Her most recent album, "Let’s Get Lost," is her with those who need them most. second with her innovative two-guitar line-up. As an actress, Aimée co-starred with Bernadette Peters in These dates will be filled with incredibly inspiring performances a Stephen Sondheim tribute at New York’s City by musicians I am proud to call the “Young Lions”! On Saturday, I’ll Center. She’s shared her story via master classes, a TEDx talk, and an address at the Conference on have a few of these “Lions” making special appearances throughout World Affairs. my concert.

I am excited to share this exceptional experience with you all and I look forward to having you at the inaugural Sandoval Jazz Weekend!

—Arturo Sandoval

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