Thursday, May 9 @ 9:30 p.m.
Leslie Beukelman & Jim Tashjian w/ Bonzo Squad @ aliveOne (Chicago)
Looking forward to hopping on stage with Bonzo Squad for the evening!
Friday, May 17 @ 10:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m.
Leslie Beukelman @ Untitled – Stardust Series (Chicago)
Calling all night owls…. I’ll be joined by pianist, Jake Victor for an intimate evening of songs in the Whiskey Lounge!
Untitled – 111 W. Kinzie St. – Chicago, IL
Sunday, May 19 @ 7:00 – 9:30 p.m.
Chicago Skyliners Big Band @ FitzGerald’s Nightclub (Berwyn)
Not your father’s big band music, the Chicago Skyliners feature contemporary arrangements of traditional big band hits. The Chicago Tribune stated, “This group consistently found the ideal tempo, style and phrasing for the scores they played.” Jazziz Magazine said, “The band has a surplus of exceptional soloists coupled with high powered ensemble playing.” Enjoy the big band swing sounds, America’s greatest contribution to world music history.
All ages / No cover, donations only
FitzGerald’s Nightclub – 35 W. Wacker Dr. – Berwyn, IL 60402
Wednesday / Thursday / Friday, May 22, 23, 24 @ 8:30 p.m.
Bethany Thomas: TRANSFORMER @ Constellation (Chicago)
Looking forward to being a part of this 3-night run!!
Bethany Thomas, Chicago siren, embodies the many identities of the iconic Lou Reed for three nights only. Backed by a six-piece band and featuring movement by Darling Shear, Thomas invites us into her own take on the seminal rock album, Transformer. Step into this intimate, red-lit fantasy of the 1970s underground music scene and become a part of the story.
Created by: Bethany Thomas
The Band: Patrick Martin, Tony Focht, Andrew Green, Kyle Paul, Dan Riley Leslie Beukelman
Movement by: Darling Shear
Produced by: Alex Grelle, Paul Scudder, Ellen Willett and Jesse Morgan Young
doors: 8:00 p.m. / show: 8:30 p.m. / $35
Constellation – 3111 N. Western Ave. – Chicago, IL 60618
Sunday, June 9 @ 1:30 p.m.
BirdxButterfly @ Andersonville Midsommarfest – North Stage (Chicago)
Thrilled to sing songs by Frances & Paul at one of my favorite summer festivals!
$10 suggested donation / all ages
Andersonville Midsommarfest – 5200 N. Clark St. – Chicago, IL
Thursday, June 13 @ 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Surely You Jest @ Catch 35 (Chicago)
Teaming up with Jim Tashjian (guitar) and Martin Stonikas (bass) to play songs for you! Come grab dinner or a drink and say hello!
Catch 35 (Chicago) – 35 W. Wacker Dr. – Chicago, IL 60601
Sunday, June 30 @ 8:30 p.m.
Gerald Dowd’s Band Thing @ Simon’s Tavern (Chicago)
More information coming soon!
Simon’s Tavern – 5210 N. Clark St. – Chicago, IL 60640
Saturday, July 13 @ 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Chicago Skyliners Big Band @ Glen Ellyn’s Jazz Up Music Festival (Glen Ellyn)
Not your father’s big band music, the Chicago Skyliners feature contemporary arrangements of traditional big band hits. The Chicago Tribune stated, “This group consistently found the ideal tempo, style and phrasing for the scores they played.” Jazziz Magazine said, “The band has a surplus of exceptional soloists coupled with high powered ensemble playing.” Enjoy the big band swing sounds, America’s greatest contribution to world music history.
Glen Ellyln’s Jazz Up Music Festival – Glen Ellyn, IL 60402
Thursday, July 18 @ 6:30 – 10:00 p.m. (2 seatings)
Leslie Beukelman / Jeremy Kahn Quartet @ Winter’s Jazz Club (Chicago)
More information coming soon!
Winter’s Jazz Club – 465 North McClurg Court – Chicago, IL 60611