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SUMMARY:Toki Wright
DESCRIPTION:Toki Wright is a two-time Emmy Award-winning MC\, poet\, producer\, and cultural diplomat.  He has received two CLIO Award for advertising with General Mills for the number one worldwide Twitter trending project “Watch the Stove” which was also nominated for a Cannes Lion Award.  Wright is currently the chair of the Professional Music Department at Berklee College of Music in Boston.  Before relocating he was the Department Head of the United States’ first fully accredited Hip-Hop Studies program at McNally Smith College of Music. The program was awarded the “Best Transformative Higher Learning Model” from the Hip-Hop Education Center at NYU. Toki also facilitated seven Twin Cities Celebration of Hip-Hop Festivals and helped establish “Hip-Hop at H.E.A.L.S\,” a program for former child soldiers in Gulu\, Northern Uganda. \n\n\n\nToki’s worked with the US State Department\, delivered a TED Talk\, and ran the youth-led nonprofit YO! The Movement\, helping to build community through the arts. Toki is a freelance writer\, radio host and has been a judge for NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest\, and a community organizer. He’s released albums and film through his media company Soul Tools Entertainment that have charted top 50 on MTV\, iTunes\, and more. Wright has performed at events like Coachella\, Rock The Bells and more while sharing stages with the likes of Lizzo\, Terri Lyne Carrington\, Atmosphere\, the late Sean Price\, and J-Live. Toki has released recordings with Talib Kweli\, BJ The Chicago Kid\, and G Yamazawa to name a few. 
URL:https://uncommoncorner.org/event/toki-wright-7/
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SUMMARY:Zahili Gonzalez Zamora
DESCRIPTION:Zahili Gonzalez Zamora is a Cuban pianist\, composer\, bandleader\, arranger\, and educator. She feels most defined by her Cuban heritage and her status as an immigrant. Her passion for music has taken her to Canada\, to South East Asia and\, now\, to the United States. Her rich musical background\, career experience and extraordinary improvisation skills render her a leader in the modern Latin jazz idiom and an influential\, emulated musician. \n\n\n\n​In 2018\, her Afro-Cuban jazz Trio\, MIXCLA\, released its self-titled album\, which features her original tunes and arrangements. It has received critical acclaim and earned the attention of major agents locally and internationally. The album has thus far advanced in the world of jazz\, adding to her accolades two nominations from the Boston Music Awards (2018 & 2019). \n\n\n\nhttps://www.zahilizamora.com \n\n\n\nhttps://www.instagram.com/zahiligz/
URL:https://uncommoncorner.org/event/zahili-gonzalez-zamora-4/
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SUMMARY:Sheryl Bailey & Tim Miller Duo
DESCRIPTION:Modern jazz guitarists\, Sheryl Bailey and Tim Miller join forces for explorations in melody and contemporary harmony via old favorites and new standards. \n\n\n\nsherylbailey.com \n\n\n\nwww.facebook.com/SizzlingGuitarGoddess \n\n\n\ntwitter.com/SherylBailey \n\n\n\nwww.instagram.com/gtrnerd
URL:https://uncommoncorner.org/event/sheryl-bailey-tim-miller-duo/
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Daniel Sturgis
DESCRIPTION:Daniel Sturgis is a talented musician hailing from the vibrant music scene of Cape Cod. With a musical style that seamlessly blends alternative\, funk\, pop\, and rock\, Sturgis has created a captivating sound that is uniquely his own. Influenced by legendary artists such as Jimmy Hendrix\, B.B. King\, and The Beatles\, Sturgis draws inspiration from the rich history of music while also pushing boundaries and experimenting with new sonic landscapes.  \n\n\n\n Having honed his craft at the prestigious Berklee College of Music\, Sturgis is a true master of his instrument. His impressive guitar skills\, combined with his soulful vocals and dynamic stage presence\, make for a captivating live performance that leaves audiences in awe. Sturgis’ talents have not gone unnoticed\, as he emerged victorious in the Cape Cod Battle of the Bands in 2011. This accomplishment solidified his place among the region’s most promising musicians and propelled him to new heights in his career.  \n\n\n\nCurrently\, Daniel Sturgis is focused on his ongoing musical projects\, constantly pushing himself to create fresh and innovative music. Whether he’s writing thought-provoking lyrics or crafting infectious melodies\, Sturgis consistently delivers music that resonates with listeners on a profound level. With a diverse range of influences and a dedication to his craft\, Daniel Sturgis is an artist to watch. With each new endeavor\, he continues to captivate audiences and push the boundaries of his musical style. As he navigates the ever-evolving music industry\, Sturgis remains poised to make a lasting impact with his unique sound and unbridled passion for music. \n\n\n\nFacebook.com/Danielsturgisband \n\n\n\nInstagram: @danielsturgis
URL:https://uncommoncorner.org/event/daniel-sturgis/
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SUMMARY:Proyecto Blue Island
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Island Project is an exciting quartet formed in Boston in 2019 by the talented Cuban Pianist\, Singer\, and Composer Anibal Cruz.  \n\n\n\nThe band’s performances are always a treat for audiences who appreciate music that is both vibrant and soulful. The repertoire is as diverse as its members\, and takes you on a journey of Anibal’s influences from classical music training back in Cuba to jazz and blues at Berklee\, making his sound in this project a unique mix of Afro-cuban and Brazilian rhythms\, Gospel\, and Jazz. Anibal is in the process of creating the first album for Blue Island\, which will feature amazing guest artists from all over the world. \n\n\n\nhttps://claveandbluesproductions.com/theblueislandproject
URL:https://uncommoncorner.org/event/proyecto-blue-island/
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SUMMARY:Fabiola Méndez
DESCRIPTION:Fabiola Méndez is a Puerto Rican cuatro player\, singer\, educator\, and Emmy-nominated composer that has taken part in a musical movement\, crossing over the lines of genres such as Folk\, Afro-Caribbean & Jazz. Recognized as the Latin Artist of the Year 2023 by the Boston Music Awards\, her artistic vision and original music focus on the exploration of culture\, ancestry\, and identity\, inviting the listener to embrace how the power of music and storytelling can unify us. After becoming the first graduate from Berklee College of Music to play the Puerto Rican cuatro as a principal instrument (2018)\, Fabiola focuses on performing and composing\, traveling with her trio to national and international festivals. She has received numerous awards\, including the Quincy Jones Award\, the Brother Thomas Fellowship\, ASCAP Lucille and Jack Yellen Award 2022 and a Children’s and Family Emmy nomination for Outstanding Interactive Media in 2023. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.fabiolamendezmusic.com \n\n\n\n Facebook – www.facebook.com/FabiolaMendezMusic \n\n\n\nIG – @fabiolamendezmusic \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFacebook\n\nInstagram
URL:https://uncommoncorner.org/event/fabiola-mendez-trio-5/
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SUMMARY:The Femmes
DESCRIPTION:The Femmes are an all-woman and non-binary wedding band specializing in songs by female and non-binary artists. When you’re at a Femmes show\, you’re at a high energy concert experience. Epic sing-alongs\, expertly crafted harmonies\, and musicians who absolutely LOVE to interact with the audience\, the Femmes are Boston’s go-to women’s party band! Our roster includes Berklee alumni\, touring artists\, veteran wedding band performers\, and pit band musicians with over 10 years of professional experience. \n\n\n\nSocial Media: @thefemmesband  \n\n\n\nWebsite: thefemmesband.com
URL:https://uncommoncorner.org/event/the-femmes-12/
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SUMMARY:Anabel Gil Diaz
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning\, multi-instrumentalist and composer\, Anabel Gil Diaz was born on 1994 in Havana\, Cuba where she graduated from the Superior Institute of Art. She has developed professionally as a flutist\, professor and producer with the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic Orchestra under the conduction of Orbert Davis\, since November 2014 to date. Her presentations as both classical and jazz\, include performances at renowned venues in the US such as Millenium Park\, Auditorium Theatre\, Navy Pier Concert Hall\, Chicago State University Concert Hall \, Amarnick-Goldstein Concert Hall\, Berklee Performance Center. And in Europe\, at the Auditorium “Paco de Lucía”\, the Auditorium of Alicante (ADDA)\, Auditorium of Torrevieja\, Spanish Institute of Radio and Television\, Jazz Club Square\, Galileo Galilei\, AC Jazz Recoletos\, Berlin Café\, National Auditorium of Madrid. \n\n\n\nShe has received positive critiques by Splash Magazine\, Chicago Tribune\, El País and El Diario. She received Masterclasses from international artists such as James Galway\, Maxance Larrieu\, Sibel Pensel\, Paquito de Rivera\, Sarpay Ozcagatay\, Terri Lyne Carrington\, Kris Davis\, Edmar Colon\, Dave Santoro\, Marquis Hill\, Chris Bullock\, Orlando Valle (Maraca)\, among others. Some of the scholarships she has been granted are the full scholarship from the University of Lynn in Miami; Presidential Scholarship from The Berklee College of Music in Boston\, Massachusetts; The Artists Society (AIE) scholarship in Madrid\, Spain. She participated in the recording for the “New Jazz Standards Vol. 1” album by Terri Lyne Carrington\, released on September 2022; and is current flutist of the Film Music Orchestra (SSP) at Berklee College of Music. Most recently\, she has been accepted to the Film Scoring Academy of Europe’s Master in Fine Arts program in 2023.
URL:https://uncommoncorner.org/event/anabel-gil-diaz-4/
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SUMMARY:Toki Wright
DESCRIPTION:Toki Wright is a two-time Emmy Award-winning MC\, poet\, producer\, and cultural diplomat.  He has received two CLIO Award for advertising with General Mills for the number one worldwide Twitter trending project “Watch the Stove” which was also nominated for a Cannes Lion Award.  Wright is currently the chair of the Professional Music Department at Berklee College of Music in Boston.  Before relocating he was the Department Head of the United States’ first fully accredited Hip-Hop Studies program at McNally Smith College of Music. The program was awarded the “Best Transformative Higher Learning Model” from the Hip-Hop Education Center at NYU. Toki also facilitated seven Twin Cities Celebration of Hip-Hop Festivals and helped establish “Hip-Hop at H.E.A.L.S\,” a program for former child soldiers in Gulu\, Northern Uganda. \n\n\n\nToki’s worked with the US State Department\, delivered a TED Talk\, and ran the youth-led nonprofit YO! The Movement\, helping to build community through the arts. Toki is a freelance writer\, radio host and has been a judge for NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest\, and a community organizer. He’s released albums and film through his media company Soul Tools Entertainment that have charted top 50 on MTV\, iTunes\, and more. Wright has performed at events like Coachella\, Rock The Bells and more while sharing stages with the likes of Lizzo\, Terri Lyne Carrington\, Atmosphere\, the late Sean Price\, and J-Live. Toki has released recordings with Talib Kweli\, BJ The Chicago Kid\, and G Yamazawa to name a few. 
URL:https://uncommoncorner.org/event/toki-wright-8/
CATEGORIES:DJ
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