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GYPSY LOUNGE FEATURES the CHICKIE BROOKLYN BAND with TOMMY ACOSTA & CHICKIE BROOKLYN
Local performer/songwriters perform, Friday, Sept. 25 at 9 p.m.
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Sedona, AZ — Continuing its fine tradition of featuring Sedona’s local talent in an elegant and classy atmosphere, the Gypsy Lounge at Ken’s Creekside will host the Chickie Brooklyn Band. Songwriting team Tommy Acosta and Chickie Brooklyn will open at 9 p.m. including their full band with Keith Martini on lead guitar and Rich Keigly on drums.
Orange Records recording-artist Tommy Acosta came to Sedona three years ago when the creative energies of the Red Rocks inspired him to return to the musical roots he left behind in New York City, where he played with such Bands like the infamous “Squirrels” and “David Peel &The Lower Eastside.”
The Squirrels were one of the top-punk bands in Manhattan, where they were featured as regulars in such legendary venues as CBGB’s and Max’s Kansas City.
David Peel and Beatles’ member John Lennon cut an album together and Peel started Orange Records, where Tommy recorded his rock opera “Rock “n” Roll Anything Goes.”
“For me, Sedona is the musical Mecca of the world,” Tommy says. “We got some of the best musicians anywhere and local venues, like The Gypsy Lounge at Ken’s Creekside provide us opportunities to share our music in class-act environments.”
Chickie met Tommy while they lived in Ahwatukee. With Tommy hailing from The Bronx in New York and Chickie from Brooklyn, it did not take long for them to start writing songs together. Chickie also plays rhythm and bass guitar.
Mostly for fun, they shared creative energy but Sedona lured Chickie to its fold and now that he is here they decided to put an act together and bring their music to the public.
“We just want to get out there and play,” Chickie said. “There are so many great musicians in Sedona that we’ve met and enjoyed. We hope to become part of the mix.”
On lead guitar is Sedona music legend Keith Martini, who directs the cavalcade of performers that light up the entire house. The best music often comes from the most unexpected places.
Martini has previously hosted one the longest running open mics in Sedona before leaving Sedona to tour in Great Britain and France. Both a professional musician, guitar teacher and recording artist, Martini has a degree in classical guitar from the State University of New York at Buffalo and has studied music and music business at Syracuse University and SUNY at Potsdam.
In Seattle, Martini worked as a studio musician and ran a 1,500-seat black box theater in the heart of the city.
Whether on stage, plugged in an amp entertaining the entire room or behind the equipment helping other musicians play their best, Martini brings class and style to the stage.
Drummer Rich Keigly started playing with bands in Buffalo, NY. After studying with Johnny Roland of the Buffalo Philharmonic, he toured with Top 40 musicians up and down the east coast.
After moving to Arizona, Rich continued his studies with percussion Impresario Dan Tomlinson. In his travels he’s opened for the likes of Steppenwolf, Blue Oyster Cult, and Marshall Tucker.
To describe the original music of Tommy and Chickie, one has to combine the influence of The Beatles and The Eagles. The songs are melodic, catchy, with great hooks and harmonies.
Their songs stick in your head long after you’ve gone home – the kind of songs you wake up the next day hearing in your mind.
Recently, the Chickie Brooklyn Band made the finals for the recent “Applaz” Singer/Songwriter contest held at Studio Live.
Formerly called, “ Moonstone”, the band changed its name to Chickie Brooklyn.
Their next gig at the Gypsy Lounge at Ken’s Creekside is the second time they have played there.
“We’re just proud to know the Gypsy is where it all starts,” Tommy said of the venue. “We are really looking forward to this gig. The Gypsy Lounge is where the locals who know and love good music come to hang out, party, network and chill.”
The Gypsy Lounge and Ken’s Creekside is located in the heart of Sedona’s Gallery District at 251 SR179. For more information call 928-282-1705. Kenscreekside.com
Sunday, September 20
Story of Les Paul with Jack Peterson
2:30pm $12 tickets Performance and stories from guitarist, master teacher, associate professor emeritus of music with over 60 years professional experience….and friend of the legendary Les Paul (R.I.P.). He has performed with or for artists such as Bob Hope, Lena Horne, Henry Mancini, Neil Sedaka, Doc Severinson, Judy Garland and many, many more. Monday, September 21 Musician Circle See sidebar
Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26
Suzie Schomaker & Friends
7.30pm $15 advance/$20 door Opening act: Meadowlark
Rick Cyge’s harp-like fingerstyle guitar and Lynn Trombetta’s
effervescent flutes and pennywhistles create a magical mixture of original music inspired by nature.
This wil be Suzie’s first solo performance in Sedona and will feature many guest musicians to be announced. Both shows will be unique, so fans may wish to attend Friday AND Saturday nights. She is currently at work on new recordings with the working title, “Cover This!” due for release in six months.
Sunday, September 27
Adam Smith
6pm $10 advance/$12 door
Nashville singer-songwriter Adam Smith played a Studio Live private showcase to rave reviews last month. This will be his first open-to-the-public performance in Sedona. Don’t miss this beautiful musician and artist! www.myspace.com/adamsmithonline
COMING IN OCTOBER:
October 5 Membership Gathering
See Sidebar
October 9 & 10 Chris Spheeris
(Live Video Recording – Limited tickets will be available to the public)
October 10 & 11 Sedona Performers Guild at the Sedona Arts Festival
SPG Booth and performances from Meadowlark, Eric Miller, Zazu and Saith
October 12 Songwriter Circle
See sidebar
October 15 Andreas Kapsalis and Goran Ivanovic Guitar Duo
October 16 Euro Bistro Jazz Concert w. Vismaya
October 19 Musician Circle
See sidebar
October 22 First Ever THEME CONCERTat Studio Live
The Beatles music – Details TBA
October 23 Queens of Cool
October 24 Meadowlark
October 30 David Milgram
October 31 Sedona Sampler
w. The Mods, Pulsic and Jake Payne
CLASSES, CLASSES, CLASSES:
Tuesday evenings – A cappella with Susannah Martin
Email sedonaperformersguild@gmail.com for more information.
To purchase advance tickets: Golden Word Books & Music 1575 W. Hwy 89A, Sedona, AZ 86336
Cash or check only, please. Sorry for any inconvenience
Contact Information Studio Live 215 Coffeepot Drive Next to Creative Flooring and Devi Yoga phone: 928-282-0549
MEMBERSHIP
GATHERING New format! Save the Date!
Monday, October 5
5pm
Less ‘meeting’,
more interactive. Brainstorming session. HELP US BE THE ORGANIZATION THAT HELPS YOU! Education/Workshops
Website Update!!
ARTIST DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Songwriter
& Musician Circles
Musicians Circle
Mon, Sept 21, 7pm
Hosted by fingerstyle guitarist Rick Cyge. Musicians are invited to bring their instruments to connect and share with other musicians in the round. For more information email mail@meadowlarkmusic.com
or call 480-650-3315.
Songwriters Circle
Mon Oct 12, 7pm
Hosted by Suzie Schomaker. All songwriters are invited to share music in progress, get feedback/input and listen/share with like-minded artists. For more information email sueshoes@mac.com or call 928-282-0549
BOTH WILL BE ONGOING MONTHLY EVENTS AND ARE OPEN TO ALL SONGWRITERS AND MUSICIANS. NO FEE OR MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE.
Friday, September 11
Sedona Poetry Slam 7.30pm $10 tickets Studio Live hosts a high-energy poetry slam. After three rounds, random judges in the audience will judge the best poet, who will win $100 and three minutes of glory. The slam will be hosted by Sedona poet Christopher Fox Graham, who represented Northern Arizona on the Flagstaff team at four National Poetry Slams between 2001 and 2006. Slammers will need three original poems, each lasting no longer than three minutes. No props, costumes nor musical accompaniment are permitted. The poets will be judged Olympics-style by five members of the audience selected at random at the beginning of the slam. Poets who want to compete should purchase a ticket in case the roster is filled before they arrive. For more information or to register, call Graham at 928-517-1400 or e-mail to foxthepoet@yahoo.com. Video from previous poetry slams are available at www..YouTube.com/FoxThePoet.
Saturday, September 12
Jake Payne The Devil Whale 8pm $10 advance/$12 door Jake Payne is one of Sedona’s underground indie rock songwriters and was recently awareded the 1st Runner-Up prize in the 2009 APPLAZ Singer-Songwriter Contest (September 4 at Studio Live). Payne moved to Sedona in 2004 and began playing in the city’s coffeehouses and bars, including Ravenheart and Random Acts of Coffee. Payne has performed in all four GumptionFest events and has been embarking on tours throughout the Southwest. The Devil Whale is a four-piece rock band from Salt Lake City. Their debut record ‘Like Paraders’ immediately won over fans and critics around SLC and the Pacific Northwest. The release was followed by a semi-national month-long tour as well as several regional tours. www.myspace.com/jakepayneglass and www.myspace.com/devilwhale
Sunday, September 13
Trio Concert with Susannah Martin, Bob Murnahan and Patrick Ki
“2×10 – A Concert of Dual Guitar & Vocal”
6pm $15 Tickets First time ever concert at Studio Live. The show will feature two pieces from ten favorite pop and jazz artists including The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, The Police and others. “We’re very excited to share our unique sound and arrangements of pop, latin, jazz tunes and great musicial chemistry!” Martin on vocals with Murnahan and Ki on guitars.
Monday, September 14 Songwriter Circle See sidebar
Saturday, September 19 Sedona Sampler
$10 tickets A group of SPG acts will share the bill for a special evening of entertainment.
Sunday, September 20
Story of Les Paul with Jack Peterson
2:30pm $12 tickets Performance and stories from guitarist, master teacher, associate professor emeritus of music with over 60 years professional experience….and friend of the legendary Les Paul (R.I.P.). He has performed with or for artists such as Bob Hope, Lena Horne, Henry Mancini, Neil Sedaka, Doc Severinson, Judy Garland and many, many more.
Monday, September 21 Musician Circle See sidebar
Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26 Suzie Schomaker & Friends
7.30pm $15 advance/$20 door Opening act: Meadowlark
Rick Cyge’s harp-like fingerstyle guitar and Lynn Trombetta’s
effervescent flutes and pennywhistles create a magical mixture of original music inspired by nature.
This wil be Suzie’s first solo performance in Sedona and will feature many guest musicians to be announced. Both shows will be unique, so fans may wish to attend Friday AND Saturday nights. She is currently at work on new recordings with the working title, “Cover This!” due for release in six months.
Sunday, September 27
Adam Smith
6pm $10 advance/$12 door Nashville singer-songwriter Adam Smith played a Studio Live private showcase to rave reviews last month. This will be his first open-to-the-public performance in Sedona. Don’t miss this beautiful musician and artist! www.myspace.com/adamsmithonline
COMING IN OCTOBER:
October 9 & 10 Chris Spheeris
(Live Video Recording – Limited tickets will be available to the public)
October 10 & 11 Sedona Performers Guild at the Sedona Arts Festival
SPG Booth and performances from Meadowlark, Eric Miller, Zazu and Saith
October 12 Songwriter Circle
See sidebar
October 15 Andreas Kapsalis and Goran Ivanovic Guitar Duo
October 16 Euro Bistro Jazz Concert w. Vismaya
October 19 Musician Circle
See sidebar
October 22 First Ever THEME CONCERTat Studio Live
The Beatles music – Details TBA
October 23 Queens of Cool
October 24 Meadowlark
CLASSES, CLASSES, CLASSES:
Tuesday evenings – A cappella with Susannah Martin
Wednesday evenings – Film Acting with Jonn Lander
Email sedonaperformersguild@gmail.com for more information.
To purchase advance tickets: Golden Word Books & Music 1575 W. Hwy 89A, Sedona, AZ 86336
Cash or check only, please. Sorry for any inconvenience
Contact Information Studio Live 215 Coffeepot Drive Next to Creative Flooring and Devi Yoga phone: 928-282-0549
MEMBERSHIP
GATHERING New format! Save the Date!
Monday, October 5
5pm
Less ‘meeting’,
more interactive. Brainstorming session. HELP US BE THE ORGANIZATION THAT HELPS YOU! Education/Workshops
Website Update!!
ARTIST DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Songwriter
& Musician Circles
Songwriters Circle
Mon, Sept 14, 7pm
Hosted by Suzie Schomaker. All songwriters are invited to share music in progress, get feedback/input and listen/share with like-minded artists. For more information email sueshoes@mac.com or call 928-282-0549
Musicians Circle
Mon, Sept 21, 7pm
Hosted by fingerstyle guitarist Rick Cyge. Musicians are invited to bring their instruments to connect and share with other musicians in the round. For more information email mail@meadowlarkmusic.com
or call 480-650-3315.
BOTH WILL BE ONGOING MONTHLY EVENTS AND ARE OPEN TO ALL SONGWRITERS AND MUSICIANS. NO FEE OR MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE.
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