at the25th Annual Capital City Jazz Fest
April 26-28, 2013


The momentous 25th annual Capital City Jazz Fest will be held April 26-28, 2013, at the Madison Quality Inn & Suites, 2969 Cahill Main, in Madison/Fitchburg. Room rates are $115.96 per night and include free hot breakfasts and drink coupons for the wonderful Tuscany restaurant. 

The performers will be: Banu Gibson's Hot Jazz, Titan Hot Seven, St Louis Rivermen and the Jimmy Valentine Quintet with Dave Bennett.  We will also have a special 25th Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, April 25 (7-10 PM).  It will feature Andy's Gang with Banu Gibson & David Boeddinghaus.  It will be held at the Candlewood Suites, two blocks from the Quality Inn & Suites.

PLEASE NOTE: As of April 22, ALL sessions of the 25th Annual Capital City Jazz Fest are SOLD OUT.  We can no longer accept any orders for the Fest except for Thursday night.  There are still 75 tickets left (@$10 each) for the Special 25th Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, April 25 (details below).  We apologize if this causes any inconvenience. 

WOW!!  What a weekend it will be!!  Seating at each session will be limited to 200 at tables!!  Be sure to order your tickets early!! 

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See pictures from the Capital City Jazz Fest 2007!

For More Information about the Capital City Jazz Fest:

JAZZ FEST E-MAIL

jazzfest@madisonjazz.com

JAZZ FEST HOTLINE

(608) 850-5400

JAZZ FEST FAX LINE

(608) 850-5401

MAILING ADDRESS

Madison Jazz Society
P.O. Box 8866
Madison, WI 53708-8866


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Thank You!

The Madison Jazz Society acknowledges and is very grateful for the support for its Capital City Jazz Fest
that it has received from the corporations and foundations listed here:
Major Sponsor of 2013 25th Annual Capital City Jazz Fest
John & Carolyn Peterson Family Foundation
The Evjue Foundation, the Charitable Arm of The Capital Times
American Transmission
 

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2013 Featured Performers

Banu Gibson's Hot Jazz

Banu appeared at our first fest in 1989 and she’s coming back to celebrate our 25th!!  A superior and swinging jazz singer, Banu is one of the few vocalists to maintain exclusive loyalty to songs of the 1920s, 30s and 40s. Rather than mimic singers of the past, she mixes fresh renditions of Tin Pan Alley standards and jazz classics by Gershwin, Ellington, Berlin , Carmichael, Waller, Porter, et al. A powerful force on stage, her enthusiasm and showmanship are highlighted by her wide range and versatility.  With an extensive repertoire of songs, Banu's performances cover many high points of America 's golden age of popular music. Not content to copy the past, she is creative within the boundaries of the genre, consistently inventing fresh and imaginative variations, giving new life to timeless, unforgettable music.  Members: Banu Gibson, banjo, guitar & vocals; David Boeddinghaus, piano; Randy Reinhart, trumpet; Kerry Lewis, bass; Andy Schumm, drums  www.banugibson.com


 

Titan Hot Seven

The Titan Hot Seven is one of the hottest jazz bands on land and sea!  A most versatile ensemble, this band of merry men features traditional jazz, swing, ballads, ragtime, novelty tunes and spontaneous, outrageous humor in every one of their sets.  Rather than relying on set arrangements, the Titans tailor their music and mirth to each audience, guaranteeing that each show is full of surprises for everyone, including the performers!  Hailed by fan, musician and critic alike, the Titan Hot Seven is a powerhouse ensemble capable of going from a whisper to a roar in the space of one tune.  Members: Jason Wanner, piano; Flip Oakes, trumpet; Otis Mourning, clarinet/reeds; Jim Fryer, trombone; Jerry Krahn, guitar/banjo; Ike Harris, bass; Danny Coots, drums  www.titanhotseven.com

St Louis Rivermen

Relying on instincts, inspirations of the moment, perfect pitch, inevitable humor and camaraderie, the Rivermen create joyous jazz and heart-breaking blues out of challenging ideas flowing from each of them.  A thorough knowledge of traditional jazz, the example of unarranged jazz bands like Louis Armstrong's All Stars and Eddie Condon's small groups, plus years of experience in numerous trad bands, form the solid foundation of their music.  They delight audiences everywhere with their unique blend of virtuosity and unbridled energy and enthusiasm.  Members: Red Lehr, sousaphone; Steve Lilley, cornet/trumpet; Noel Kaletsky, clarinet; Jim Maihack, trombone; David Majchrzak, piano; Bobby Grimm, banjo; Don Schroeder, drums  www.stlrivermen.com   

Jimmy Valentine Quintet with Dave Bennett

Based in our neighbor to the south, Iowa , Valentine’s Quintet plays music in the style of Pete Fountain, Benny Goodman and Artie Shaw, specializing in the classic jazz of the 1930s and 40s.  Joining them will be the amazing young phenom Dave Bennett, an authentic musical prodigy who brings to life Goodman’s classic sound and music with incredible technique, style, beauty of tone and naturalness.  Only time will tell where Bennett's remarkable and unique musical gifts will take him; we’re ecstatic he’s going to be with us in Madison .  This group will lead the jazz worship at the fest venue on Sunday.  Members: Dave Bennett, reeds; Jimmy Valentine, clarinet; Rick Atwood, cornet; Corey Kendrick, piano; Ronald Wilson, bass; Josh Duffee, drums www.jimvalentineclarinet.com & www.davebennett.com 

                         FEST SCHEDULE

                                 (subject to change)

PLEASE NOTE: As of April 22, ALL Sessions of the Fest are SOLD OUT except for the April 25th Special 25th Anniversary Celebration. 

 

Thursday, April 25 -- Special 25th Anniversary Celebration  approx 75 tickets ($10 each) left

   7-10 PM - Andy's Gang with special guests Banu Gibson & David Boeddinghaus

 

Friday, April 26 -- Session 1 -- 6:30-11 PM  SOLD OUT 

   6:30 PM - Banu Gibson's Hot Jazz

   7:40 PM - Jimmy Valentine Quintet with Dave Bennett

   8:50 PM - St Louis Rivermen

   10 PM - Titan Hot Seven

 

Saturday, April 27 -- Session 2 -- 11 AM-4 PM  SOLD OUT

   11 AM - St Louis Rivermen

   12:15 PM - Banu Gibson's Hot Jazz

   1:30 PM - Titan Hot Seven

   2:45 PM - Jimmy Valetine Quintet with Dave Bennett

 

Saturday, April 27 -- Session 3 -- 6-11 PM  SOLD OUT

   6 PM - Titan Hot Seven

   7:15 PM - Jimmy Valentine Quintet with Dave Bennett

   8:30 PM - St Louis Rivermen

   9:45 PM - Banu Gibson's Hot Jazz

 

Sunday, April 28 -- Jazz Worship Celebrations

   9 AM - Jimmy Valentine Quintet with Dave Bennett at Fest Venue

   9:30 AM - St Louis Rivermen at First United Methodist Church

 

Sunday, April 28 -- Session 4 -- 11:30 AM-4 PM SOLD OUT

   11:30 AM - Titan Hot Seven

   12:40 PM - St Louis Rivermen

   1:50 PM - Jimmy Valentine Quintet with Dave Bennett

   3 PM - Banu Gibson's Hot Jazz

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Jazz Fest Travel and Accommodations

Make room reservations at the Madison Quality Inn & Suites by calling 608-274-7200.  Please refer to Madison Jazz Society when making reservations-the Fest receives special credit for guest rooms occupied in the Fest block.   The 2013 fest rate is $115.96 (+ tax) per night for single or double occupancy and rooms must be reserved on or before March 15, 2013.  If the hotel is full, rooms are also being held at the Candlewood Suites, 2 blocks from the fest venue.  The Quality Inn staff will provide their phone number to you.
Contact the Greater Madison Convention & Visitors' Bureau for other hotels close to the Fest headquarters hotel.
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