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There are a few things that can be stated definitively about jazz composer and pianist Thelonious Monk: he was born on October 10, 1917 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina; he was house pianist at Harlem nightclub Minton’s Playhouse during the nascent days of the bebop revolution; his recordings and compositions comprise one of the most influential bodies of work in jazz history. Yet even in seemingly obvious statements like these, fissures appear. Like his music, Thelonious Monk the artist is both defiantly direct and elusive. Read article

// INTERVIEW		// OBITUARY
Pete Fallico		Andrew Hill. (Photo: Sun Lee)
Philly B-3 Organ: An interview with Pete Fallico When it comes to the Hammond B-3, Pete Fallico is “the man.” The host of “Doodlin’ Lounge,” an all-organ-all-the-time radio show on Santa Cruz’s KUSP, Fallico is steeped in B-3 lore and loves to share his passion. This interview with Pete touches on why the Philly B-3 organ style, as exemplified by Joey DeFrancesco and Trudy Pitts, is such an integral part of jazz history. Read article		In Memory Andrew Hill June 30, 1931 – April 20, 2007 Jazz pianist and composer Andrew Hill passed on April 20 after a long fight with lung cancer. His death has prompted by an outpouring of reminiscences online, and we’ve selected some links remembering this talented musician. Read article

// EDUCATION		// EVENTS
Hale Baskin and the All-Stars		Perugia
SFJAZZ High School All-Stars at the JazzSchool The SFJAZZ High School All-Stars bring their small ensembles and vocalist Hale Baskin to Berkeley's Jazzschool on May 18. Be sure to catch the Bay's hottest young musicians showcase their talents! Get more information on this event, and other upcoming All-Stars performances.		2007 SFJAZZ Umbria Tour Wondering how to make the most of your summer vacation? Look no further: a few spots still remain for the SFJAZZ Umbria Jazz Festival trip to Perugia, Italy, July 6 through 14. Featuring luxurious accommodations, premium festival concert seating, guided day trips in the Umbrian countryside, and unparalleled dining and wine tasting, the trip is designed with plenty of free time for guests to revel in la dolce vita. Read article

First Thursdays at Frisson

Duke Ellington by Ulriksen at Frisson this Thursday.

Featuring a new art installation on the first Thursday of every month. Join us for our May installation: All that Jazz, May 3, 2007 7-9PM, an art installation of jazz inspired works by New Yorker cover artist and illustrator Mark Ulriksen.

Mark Ulriksen combines his love for jazz with his work-a-day world. One result is the jazz paintings and prints he'll be exhibiting at Frisson. They include works created for the SFJAZZ Spring Season as well as personal works featuring luminaries such as Duke Ellington, Chet Baker and Nat King Cole.

Complimentary Coney Island sweet and savory treats and a 23 Skidoo served in the lounge. Frisson's setting is fun and sophisticated. It successfully balances a casual lounge with a fine dining restaurant to create a unique experience. Chef Sarah Schafer's Contemporary American cuisine is edgy but approachable, focusing on flavors from local ingredients.




For our first monthly installment of the trivia contest, we’ve got a fantastic prize: Dinner for two at Frisson Restaurant

Here’s a Mark Ulriksen-based trivia question to celebrate his show at Frisson:

What Academy Award-winning movie was Mark Ulriksen’s inspiration for his New Yorker cover featuring George W. Bush and Dick Cheney?

The fourth correct response wins the gift card for dinner at Frisson!

E-mail Your Answer (include "Ulriksen" in the subject line)

The fine print: Our contest winner will be notified directly by email, and both the winner’s name and the correct answer to the question will be published in next week’s e-News. The following are not eligible to enter: employees and current contractors of SFJAZZ and its seasonal sponsors; past e-News Jazz Trivia Contest winners.

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