Dee Daniels "Upcoming Performances" Dee Daniels Live

Updated winter/spring 2012

Upcoming Performances

The following list will be updated every few weeks to let you know when and where Dee is performing. Come see and hear for yourself why they say...

"FANTASTIC! Dee Daniels captured the audience when she first walked on stage and never let go! Her charismatic stage personality and incredible vocal flexibility coupled with outstanding arrangements, allowed each song to have its own special essence. Thanks for a great evening. Dee IS ‘The First Lady of Swing’."

William LaRue Jones, Music Director and Conductor, Oshkosh Symphony Orchestra

January 18 - Wednesday
"The Kitano Jazz Bar"
The Kitano has just been voted one of the best jazz clubs in NYC. Joining Dee in her appearance there is Carlton Holmes, piano; Marcus McLaurine, bass; and Dwayne "Cook" Broadnax, drums.
Venue: The Kitano Jazz Bar (in the Kitano Hotel), 66 Park Ave. @ 38th, New York
Reservations advised - (212) 885-7119 / No cover, $15.00 min. per set
Showtimes: 8:00pm and 10:00 p.m.

January 24 - Tuesday
"A Night with the Big Band"
Dee is featured with the Mike Longo and the NY State of the Art Jazz Ensemble for a night of great big band music.
Venue: John Birks Gillespie Auditorium - NYC Baha'i Center, 53 E 11th St., New York (between University Place. and Broadway)
Tickets: $15.00 Adults / $10.00 Students at the door OR call (212) 222-5159 (credit cards only)
Showtimes: 8:00pm and 9:30 p.m.

January 28 - Saturday
"A Night with the Big Band"
Dee is featured with the Mike Longo and the NY State of the Art Jazz Ensemble for a night of great big band music.
Venue: Trumpets / 6 Depot Square / Montclair, NJ
Tickets/Reservations: $15.00 Adults / $10.00 Students - (973) 744-2600
Showtimes: 8:00pm and 10:00 p.m.

February 19 - Sunday
"Jazz Vespers"
This performance will mark Dee's first NYC Vespers. Many Northwest fans know that she has been a regular Jazz Vespers participant at Vancouver's 'Jazz Church', St. Andrew's-Wesley, for many years, especially on Easter Sunday.
Venue: St. Peter's Church, 619 Lexington (@ East 54th Street)
Tickets: FREE to the public
Service time: 5:00 p.m.

March 1 - Thursday
"Frank Demiero Jazz Fest Gala Reception"
Welcome to the opening Gala of the Frank DeMiero Jazz Fest. The primary mission of FOFD is focused on helping young people develop life skills through music. It was established by Frank DeMiero in 1976. He believed that in a non-competitive atmosphere, opportunities could be provided for students and teachers to learn about jazz, practice performance skills, engage in activities aimed at fostering music appreciation, and participate in activities focused on instilling a positive attitude and recognizing the importance of becoming the "best that you can be" in whatever endeavor you choose to pursue. During the event, attendees will have an opportunity to listen to, and meet the guest artists that will appear at the Friday and Saturday night concerts: Dee Daniels (the festival's new Artistic Director), the New York Voices, and Seattle's own Greta Matassa. Hors d'oeuvres will be served!
Venue: Edmonds Center for the Arts
Tickets: (425) 275-9595
Showtime: 8:00 p.m.

March 2 - Friday
"Frank Demiero Jazz Festival"
Dee has been named the new Artistic Director for the Frank Demiero Jazz Festival in Edmonds, WA. Her predecessor was the amazing John Pizzarelli who held the post for four years. She will be emceeing and performing at the festival which hosts around fifty high schools, colleges and adult vocal groups/soloists for performances and workshops presented by some of the best Jazz vocal educators in the country. Also on board for performances are the world-renowned vocal ensemble, the New York Voices, Seattle's own Greta Matassa, the Bill Ramsey Big Band, and selected students groups.
Venue: Edmonds Center for the Arts Theater, 410 - 4th Avenue North, Edmonds, WA
Tickets: (425) 275-9595
Showtime: 7:00 p.m.

March 3 - Saturday
"Frank DeMiero Jazz Fest"
Night #2 with Dee, the New York Voices, Seattle's own Greta Matassa, the Bill Ramsey Big Band, and selected students groups.
Venue: Edmonds Center for the Arts Theater, 410 - 4th Avenue North, Edmonds, WA
Tickets: (425) 275-9595
Showtime: 7:00 p.m.

April 6 - Friday
"Cellar Jazz Club"
Returning to one of her favourite performance venues, Dee fronts her Vancouver trio - Tony Foster, piano; Russ Botten, bass; and Joe Poole, drums - bringing music that has been influenced by her move to NYC.
Venue: The Cellar Jazz Club / 3611 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Reservations: (604) 738-1959 (phone), (604) 738-1944 (fax), info@cellarjazz.com
Showtimes: 8:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

April 7 - Saturday
"Cellar Jazz Club"
Welcome to the 2nd night with Dee and her trio at Vancouver's premiere Jazz club.
Venue: The Cellar Jazz Club / 3611 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Reservations: (604) 738-1959 (phone), (604) 738-1944 (fax), info@cellarjazz.com
Showtimes: 8:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

April 8 - Easter Sunday
"Jazz Vespers"
Join the annual pairing of Dee and Pastor Gary Petersen as they celebrate Easter through inspirational song and spoken word.
Venue: St. Andrew's-Wesley United Church / 1022 Burrard (corner of Nelson Street), Vancouver, BC
Tickets: FREE ADMISSION - All are welcome!
Service time: 4:00 p.m.

April 20 - Friday
"Masterclass"
University of Manitoba, students only

April 21 - Saturday
"Great Ladies of Swing"
Dee brings her breathtaking tribute to four of the greatest jazz chanteuses - Billy Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, and Sarah Vaughan.
Venue: Berney Theatre, 123 Doncaster St., Winnipeg, Manitoba
Tickets: www.radyjcc.com/ticketcentral.cfm
Showtime: 8:00 p.m.

April 22 - Sunday
"Izzy Asper Jazz Performances"
Dee brings her breathtaking tribute to four of the greatest jazz chanteuses - Billy Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, and Sarah Vaughan.
Venue: Berney Theatre, 123 Doncaster St., Winnipeg, Manitoba
Tickets: www.radyjcc.com/ticketcentral.cfm
Showtime: 2:00 p.m.

April 22 - Sunday
"Izzy Asper Jazz Performances"
Dee brings her breathtaking tribute to four of the greatest jazz chanteuses - Billy Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, and Sarah Vaughan.
Venue: Berney Theatre, 123 Doncaster St., Winnipeg, Manitoba
Tickets: www.radyjcc.com/ticketcentral.cfm
Showtime: 8:00 p.m.

May 17 & 18
"Juneau Jazz Festival"
Details to come