Eddy Gomez Etc. at Casa Karen...

George and I are thrilled to be hosting Eddy Gomez, with Stefan Karlsson and Ed Soph at our performance space Casa Karen on February 29th.

The Show is SOLD OUT! But watch my blog for exciting performances coming up over the next few months!

The brilliant David Amram and ensemble is next up on March 25th! This show will most likely sell out quickly as well so call for reservations and more details at (512) 459-9900!

Thank you all for making the dream of a quiet, intimate concert space in our home possible! It's always an adventure and a joy!!

Musically Yours,

Suzi

Scroll down on this blog for more upcoming show details...valentines day etc!!

This Friday at the Elephant Room!

This Friday, Feb. 3rd

I hope you can join me for a fantastic evening of Latin Jazz at the Elephant Room

with G.A.T.O. 6 !

9:30 to 1:30

The Elephant Room

315 Congress Ave.

G.A.T.O.6 is: John Mills sax & flute, Dennis Dotson trumpet, Wayne Salzman drums, Kris Afflerbaugh bass, Luis Coutinho percussion, Suzi Stern vocals and Gato himself on piano!

We'd love to have your energy there with us! Thanks for supporting live music in Austin!

Scroll down on this blog to see what's coming up this spring at my performance space Casa Karen! Eddie Gomez, David Amram, Peggy Stern the Suzi Stern quintet and more!

Eddie Gomez Etc. this Spring!

Thanks for checking out my blog! Feel free to scroll down to see what we've been up to in the past few months! Great shows with Gabrielle Santiago, Estrella Acosta, Peter Stolzman, Austin Civic Orchestra, Austin Piazzola Quintet, Alex Coke to name only a few of the special events...

And Coming Up This Spring:

Some Casa Karen Concerts and some exciting gigs around Texas that I'll be featured on:

Jan. 21st

I am proud to host G.Pat Harris and Anna Mae Mitchell Group at Casa Karen!

Americana Roots music with a touch of Blues, Rock and Jazz in the mix!

Celebrating the release of their c.d. "Traveling By Moonlight"

Reservations more info. and directions: (512) 459-9900

doors open at 7:30 show at 8:00

Free refreshments with the $20 ticket price!

Credit card payment accepted over phone!

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Friday Feb. 3rd

G.A.T.O.6 featuring Suzi Stern

At: The Elephant Room

315 Congress Ave.

Austin, Texas

George Oldzieys exciting latin jazz ensemble will be keeping the room jumping!

with Gato piano, John Mills sax, Dennis Dotson trumpet, Wayne Salzman drums, Kris Afflerbaugh bass, Coutinho percussion and Suzi Stern vocals.

9:30 to 1:30

Come join the party!!

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Tuesday Feb. 14th

Celebrate Valentines Day with Suzi Stern and George Oldziey

at Chez Z on Balcones Drive in Austin

7:00 until ?

Come on down and join us!

No reservations needed!

Just come on in donning your red and pink festive garments!

Great food...great music.

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Wed. Feb. 29th we are proud to present:

The Eddie Gomez Trio

At Casa Karen

It is truly my distinct honor to be hosting this world class trio at Casa Karen!

Eddie Gomez bass, Stefan Karlsson piano and Ed Soph drums

Reservations are required: Call (512) 459-9900 for directions and details!

Credit Card payment accepted over the phone. $35

Free refreshments!

Doors open at 7:30 show at 8:00

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Sunday March 25th

David Amram in performance at Casa Karen!!

From Abu Dhabi to Austin, At Home Around The World With David Amram

This quartet is not to be missed!

Doors open at 7:30 show at 8:00

$35

Call (512) 459-9900 for details, reservations and directions!

Credit Card payment accepted over phone.

Free refreshments.

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In April from Washington D.C.

At Casa Karen

Jazz pianist extraordinaire Peggy Stern!

Check Blog for exact date and details!

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Sat. May 19th

The Suzi Stern Quintet

Celebrating one year of amazing concerts at Casa Karen!

7:30 doors 8:00 show

(512) 459-9900 for reservations and details!

Free refreshments!

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Thank you for reading my blog. I'll keep you posted of new events and any changes!

Have a beautiful spring filled with music!

Suzi

A New Year and New Music to Share!

Greetings from Suzi Stern! Coming up in the next few months:
I will be the featured vocalist with the hot latin jazz ensemble: G.A.T.O 6 at the Elephant Room on Feb. 3rd in Austin Texas, and on Feb. 29th I will be hosting The Eddie Gomez Trio at Austins premier listening room Casa Karen! In March watch for jazz pianist Peter Stolzman back in town from Chicago, and later in the month famed composer David Amram! Watch this blog for details!

But first...Two very exciting shows in January!

Casa Karen is proud to present Cuban vocalist Estrella Acosta with Brazilian guitarist Gabriel Santiago and friends!

Sunday, January 15th...come share this rare opportunity to hear her warm evocative music in the intimate setting of Casa Karen.

7402 Greenhaven, Austin 78757

doors open at 7:00 / performance at 7:30

tickets are $20 with Free refreshments

Call (512 )459-9900 for reservations

I look forward to seeing you there and Happy New Year!!

Suzi

About Estrella: From Amsterdam, Cuban vocalist Estrella Acosta is one of the most versatile singers living is Europe. Though she never stopped singing the folk songs of her motherland, she is at home with Brazilian and jazz styles. With her relaxed phrasing and warm, earthy voice she brings a fresh innovative approach to Cuban music.

Estrella has performed and or recorded with Toninho Horta, Craig Handy, Edy Martinez, Mauricio Einhorn, Claudio Roditi, Ramon Valle, Jovino Santos Neto and Jimmy Branly, to name only a few of the illustrious artists she has collaborated with.

Her second cd Alma Guajira, was nominated for an Edison (Dutch Grammy). Estrella has appeared at the Brussels Viva Brasil Festival, the Curaçao Jazz Festival, the Heineken Jazz Festival, the Dunya Multicultural Festival and three editions of the North Sea Jazz Festival. She performed at renowned clubs like the BIMhuis (Amsterdam), Sounds of Brasil (New York City), Ronnie Scott's (London), and at all major venues in the Netherlands.

Visit Estrellas web site and hear some sounds at: http://dolphy.home.xs4all.nl/estar/

And on January 21st!!

Saturday, Jan. 21st at Casa Karen...come enjoy the truly beautiful music of Pat Harris & Anna Mae Mitchell. Joined by Steve Schwelling on percussion the acoustic trio brings a unique and exciting blend of roots music, bluegrass, jazz & blues!

The doors open at 7:30 and the show starts at 8:00 sharp
Tickets are $20 with free refreshments
Call (512) 459-9900 for reservations
All major Credit Cards accepted!

ABOUT THE ARTISTS:
Singer / guitarist Anna Mae Mitchell and songwriter / bassist / vocalist G.Pat Harris bring a new exciting edge to roots music. Their profound musicianship, love for the art form, and charismatic nature create a beautiful and warm connection with the audience.
"Mitchell's clear powerful soprano is a dream for the soulful kinds of songs that G.Pat Harris composes." Bangor Daily News
The two artists have played together for many years throughout Michigan in traditional Bluegrass bands. Over the years their music has branched out into a broad Americana sound which includes elements of Folk, Rock and Jazz encompassing a range of lyrical content with influences from Goethe to Bob Dylan!

George Oldziey and myself, Suzi Stern are very proud to be hosting the band this month and hope you can join us for the party!
Happy New Year and hope to see you at Casa Karen!
Suzi

Sold Out Show! Happy Holidays!

The original music & improvised jazz rendition of the Dylan Thomas classic

"A Child's Christmas in Wales"

with Alex Coke, Suzi Stern, Rich Harney and Buddy Mohmad at Casa Karen is SOLD OUT!

Thank you for supporting the Casa Karen Music Series and live music in Austin!

Happy Holidays and I hope that the new year brings you inspiration, good health and much joy!

See you next year!

Suzi

A Child's Christmas in Wales...

On Friday December 16th...A very special holiday offering at Casa Karen!

a unique redering of the holiday classic by Dylan Thomas...

"A Child's Christmas in Wales"

with original music by vocalist Suzi Stern, Rich Harney on piano & synth , Buddy Mohammed on acoustic bass and coming in from Amsterdam for the performance Alex Coke on sax, flute and various whimsical toys.

8 Christmas seasons ago, The Harry Ransom Center commissioned Alex Coke and myself to do something with improvised jazz and spoken word for their jazz & poetry series, and we decided to perform this magical piece by Dylan Thomas....it has since become an Austin holiday tradition! I hope you can share the evening with us!

Casa Karen

7402 Greenhaven

Doors open at 7:30...show at 8:00

Tickets $20

Free amazing holiday treats to drink & eat!

Call (512) 459-9900 for reservations and more info. C.C. accepted over phone!

Happy Holidays!!

Dylan Thomas, Jazz and Cheer!

On December 3rd, The Casa Karen Series is proud to present the amazing jazz Saxophonist Elias Haslanger with Angelo Lambesis on piano. Bruce Saunders guitar, Daniel Durham bass and Steve Schwelling drums. Each one of the players in this ensemble have their own discographies and are involved with numerous brilliant projects of their own...on Dec. 3rd they all come together for a memorable evening of creative jazz. Check out Elias and some samples of his sound at http://elijazz.com
Call for reservations as seating is limited.
doors open at 7:30....show at 8:00
(512 ) 459-9900 for info. c.c. accepted over phone!
Free refreshments! Hope to see you all there. This will be a very special night!
Casa Karen is at 7402 Greenhaven Dr. 78757

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Watch my Blog for more information about The Austin Civic Orchestra's Holiday Concert! On Sunday December 11th I will be the featured singer with the Orchestra, and I'm really looking forward to singing with all of those strings under the baton of brilliant conductor Lois Ferrari!! One of the works that I'll be performing was commissioned by the A.C.O for composer George Oldziey especially for me so I'm very excited about hearing it all come together. The concert begins at 3:00 at Bates Recital Hall at the University of Texas at Austin. Google Austin Civic Orchestra for more details.

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On December 16th a very special holiday offering.
An original musical rendering of the Dylan Thomas Classic: "A Child's Christmas In Wales"
Jazz Sax wizard Alex Coke will be coming in from Amsterdam playing not only flute and sax but various whimsical toys....the remarkable Rich Harney on piano and keyboards and from Dallas world renowned bassist Buddy Mohamed..join me, Suzi Stern, as I read Thomas's sparkling text and sing several of my original compositions for this delightful festive performance! This show was commissioned by the Harry Ransom Center in 2005 for their poetry and Jazz Series and has become an Austin tradition.
Casa Karen
7402 Greenhaven Drive
Austin, Texas 78757
Doors open at 7:30....show begins at 8:00
Free holiday sweet treats etc. as well!
Info. and reservations: (512) 459-9900 c.c. accepted over phone!
C.D.'s of this performance (Aardvark Records) will be for sale at the show and make great holiday presents!!


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HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!

Looking ahead to 2012 we have some truly exciting events planned for the Casa Karen Series!

Sun. Jan. 15th: Not to be missed: Cuban singer Estrella Acosta with Gabriel Santiago!!
www.myspace.com/estrellaacosta
www.myspace.com/gabrielsantiagomusic

Sat. Jan. 21st is the beautiful music of Mitchell & Harris
Glen Pat Harris & Anna Mae Mitchell
The c.d. release of their brilliant new c.d. "Traveling by Moonlight"
www.mitchellandharris.com

Circle this date!! FEB. 29th we predict selling out fast for this amazing not to be missed opportunity to hear:
The Eddie Gomez Trio
Eddie Gomez bass
Stefan Karlsson piano
Ed Soph drums
http://www.eddiegomez.com
stefanmikarlsson.blogspot.com
www.drummerworld.com/drummers/ed_soph.html
Call for info: and reservations now!! (512) 459-9900

I am so thrilled about having Eddie's trio play in our intimate performance space at Casa! What an honor!

Other exciting news in my world of music! Two beautiful c.d.s are in the works. One is my project "Sleep Walking Girl" which is a c.d. of my original compositions...My son Rene being my most outspoken fan put me up to the challenge of releasing a c.d. that was only tunes that I had penned...it's not really jazz...not pop...not really anything I can describe, but the playing on it so far is fantastic and I love everyone who has worked on it so much! (Paul Unger, Steve Schwelling, George Oldziey, Mitch Watkins, James Anderson, Stern Voice Studio Childrens Choir) And closer to being finished is the GATO 6 c.d, which is sounding amazing. This is George's baby and I'm proud to be singing on it! Both projects will be out in the world in the spring of 2012!

AND: I am delighted to be one of the Texas artists featured on the Chuck Pinnell produced c.d. "Dark River" Check out this beautiful short on the c.d. which is out in the world on Blue Corn Records.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4h1s1cK5sdc