PERFORMANCES

2011 - 2012 PERFORMANCES

SAPPHIRE JAZZ: Studio's Jazz Duo Gaining in Popularity

Sapphire Jazz is a hot new jazz duo. We specialize in great songs that have stood the test of time. Our sound can range from small combo to big band or swing. The mix between male/female vocals and duets appeals to a wide variety of audiences.

Jeanie Carter . Gary Takata
Swingin' standards, cabaret favorites, classic duets

For more information or to book an event:
events@sapphirejazz.net
224-633-9110

Click on this link to hear our demo - we think you'll like it!
www.myspace.com/sapphirejazzvocals

2012 Performances
Jan 13, 7 PM: The Moorings, Arlington Heights
Jan 27, 6-9 PM: Bliss Wine & Gifts, Wauconda
Feb 4, 2 PM: Silverado Senior Living, Lake Zurich
Feb 5, 1:30 PM: Church Creek, Arlington Heights
Feb 10, 8 PM-Midnight: Philly G's, Vernon Hills
Feb 26, 11 AM: The Ponds, Lincolnshire
Feb 26: 2 PM: The Wealshire, Lincolnshire
Mar 18, 2 PM: Lake Barrington Woods, Lake Barrington
Mar 25, 1:30 PM: Devonshire, Hoffman Estates
April 15, 1:30 PM: Church Creek, Arlington Heights
April 21, 1 PM: Church Creek, Arlington Heights
April 28, 3:30 PM: Hawthorn Lakes, Vernon Hills
May 19, 7:15 PM: The Seasons at Glenview Place, Northbrook
June 3, 1:30 PM: Devonshire, Hoffman Estates
June 9, 11 AM: Sedgebrook Health Center, Lincolnshire
June 9, 1 PM: Sedgebrook Independent Living, Lincolnshire
June 24, 1:30 PM: Church Creek, Arlington Heights
July 14, 1 PM: Sunrise, Buffalo Grove
July 21, 3:30 PM: Spring Meadows of Libertyville
Aug 19, 1:30 PM: Church Creek, Arlington Heights
Oct 6, 1 PM: Sunrise, Buffalo Grove
Oct 21, 1:30 PM: Church Creek, Arlington Heights
Dec 2, 1:30 PM: Church Creek, Arlington Heights
Dec 29, 11 AM: Sedgebrook Health Center, Lincolnshire
Dec 29, 1 PM: Sedgebrook Independent Living, Lincolnshire

2011 Performances
Jan 22, Noon: Barrington Bridal Expo, Ice House Mall
Feb 25, 7 PM: The Moorings of Arlington Heights
Mar 13, 2 PM: Church Creek, Arlington Heights
Mar 18, 6-9 PM: Bliss Wine & Gifts, Wauconda
Mar 26, 1 PM: The Devonshire, Arlington Heights
April 8, 7 PM: Friendship Village, Schaumburg
May 7, 2 PM: Rosewood, Inverness
May 8, 1:30 PM: Emeritus, Prospect Heights
May 14, 7 PM: The Seasons, Northbrook
May 15, 1 PM: The Devonshire, Arlington Heights
May 21, 2 PM: Lexington Healthcare, Schaumburg
May 22, 2 PM: Church Creek, Arlington Heights
May 27, 6-9 PM: Bliss Wine & Gifts, Wauconda
June 2, 7-10 PM: Philly G's, Vernon Hills
June 4, 1:30 PM: The Garlands, Barrington
June 12, 2 PM: Sunrise Assisted Living, Park Ridge
June 18, 7 PM: Lake Barrington Woods
June 25, 2 PM: Sunrise Assisted Living, Highland Park
July 2, 11 AM: Sedgebrook Health Center, Lincolnshire
July 2, 1 PM: Sedgebrook Independent Living, Lincolnshire
July 16, 7:30-11:15 PM: Charlie's Charhouse, Elk Grove Village
July 28, 7-10 PM: Philly G's, Vernon Hills
July 29, 7-10 PM: Ti Amo Cafe Italiano, Hoffman Estates
Aug 14, 2 PM: Church Creek, Arlington Heights
Aug 19, 1:45 PM: Bickford Assisted Living, Crystal Lake
Aug 20, 7-10 PM: Exclusively Napa Wine Bar, Crystal Lake
Aug 23, 7-8 PM: L'Eiffel Bistrot, South Barrington
Aug 25, 7-10 PM: Philly G's, Vernon Hills
Aug 27, 1 PM: Sunrise Assisted Living, Buffalo Grove
Aug 27, 7:15 PM: The Park at Vernon Hills
Aug 28, 2 PM: Lake Barrington Woods, Lake Barrington
Sept 10, 7:30-11:30 PM: Casey's Restaurant & Bar, Lombard
Sept 25, 2 PM: Whitehall of Deerfield
Oct 8, 3:30 PM: Spring Meadows, Libertyville
Oct 9, 2:30 PM: The Ponds, Lincolnshire
Oct 21, 6-9 PM: Bliss Wine & Gifts, Wauconda
Oct 22, 1 PM: Sunrise Assisted Living, Buffalo Grove
Oct 29, 7:15 PM: The Seasons, Northbrook
Nov 6, 1-2 PM: The Devonshire, Hoffman Estates
Nov 11, 7-10 PM: Philly G's, Lincolnshire
Nov 19, 7 PM: Meadows of Glen Ellyn
Dec 10, 7:15 PM: The Park at Vernon Hills
Dec 11, 2 PM: Church Creek, Arlington Heights
Dec 30, 11 AM: Sedgebrook Health Center, Lincolnshire
Dec 30, 1 PM: Sedgebrook Independent Living, Lincolnshire
Dec 31, 3 PM: Sunrise, Buffalo Grove

NWSMTA Sponsored Piano Recitals

Piano students are eligible to participate in these optional recitals. Northwest Suburban Music Teachers' Association sponsors several student recitals a year to give students a chance to perform. This is also a great opportunity for students to hear performers from other music studios in the area. Recitals are open to the public, free of charge.

Date: Sunday, October 23, 2011
Time: 1:30 PM Classical, 3:30 PM Pop/Jazz
Place: Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows

Date: Sunday, April 29, 2012
Time: 1:30 PM Classical, 3:30 PM Pop/Jazz
Place: Rolling Meadows Library, 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows

Ninth Annual Winter Showcase and Awards Ceremony

Parents/Students: All the information you need should be here, but feel free to call the studio at 847-682-9601 if you have any additional questions.

WHERE/WHEN
Saturday: March 12, 2011
Village Church of Barrington
1600 E. Main Street (Lake Cook Rd., just west of Ela Rd.)
Room 300, 2:30 PM
Doors open 2:15 PM

Free to the public. Invite all your friends and relatives! This is always a fun afternoon of entertainment.

CALL TIMES/SOUND CHECK
Participating students are expected to stay for the entire performance. No exceptions will be made.
Dress rehearsal is mandatory.
Come warmed up and ready to sing or play.
Please be on time.
Attire is dressy casual. No jeans, leggings with short tops, low-cut tops, gym shoes.
When you arrive, please find the seat with your name on it.
Wait patiently until it is your turn for run-thru and sound check.
Each of you will have a program, so that you know when it is your turn to perform.

Singers: Please bring your track with you. CDs should be labeled with your name and track # on the case. We will have a master CD with tracks on it. Your track will be a back-up. Remember to pick them up after the concert.

Singers: 12:45 PM
Piano Students: 1:15 PM

VOLUNTEERS
For those of you assisting with rehearsal and set-up, please arrive at noon.
All other volunteers, arrive at 2:00 PM.

RECITAL CD
A mock-up will be on display the day of the concert. Please place your orders that day or call the studio at 847-682-9601. Norwest Communications, our local recording studio partner, will be engineering the master for us.

AWARDS
The awards ceremony will begin immediately following the concert. Performance awards and this year's honor students will be announced. Please join us for light refreshments at the conclusion of the program.