Author Archives: DaCosta

“Five Plays and a Taste of Jazz” at The MuCCC with Exodus To Jazz

Posted on August 22, 2011 by DaCosta

I’m pleased to collaborate with Mood Makers Books in the MMB Theatre 1 Project entitled “Sankofa Evening of Theatre & Jazz”.  Presented at The Multi-use Community Cultural Center (MuCCC), five one-act plays by three local playwrights/directors will be complemented with … Continue reading →

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A Quick Exodus To Jazz

Posted on July 21, 2011 by DaCosta

Last weekend I made a quick turn-around trip to Montclair, New Jersey and New York City.  On the road by 12:30pm Saturday, I returned to Rochester the next day in time to  enjoy the 2:00pm show performed by ESP and … Continue reading →

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Exodus To Jazz Concerts to feature The Johnny O’Neal Trio with Special Guests

Posted on June 27, 2011 by DaCosta

The Tutor During her opening set at the recent Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival, Champion Fulton credited pianist Johnny O’Neal with teaching her one of the tunes she maturely finessed out of the piano.  I was pleasantly surprised by the … Continue reading →

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Exodus To Jazz Special Moments

Posted on June 19, 2011 by DaCosta

Thanks for visiting ExodusToJazz.com. The performances of Gerald Clayton and Tamir Hendelman in the “Duet for MoKA” met the high expectations fans familiar with them brought to the benefit concert.  The piano duo’s collaboration of complementing and contrasting styles created … Continue reading →

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City Newspaper Music Profile: Kate Davis

Posted on May 6, 2011 by DaCosta

The current City Newspaper Music Profile hints at the talent of rising star Kate Davis and the entertainment promised by the trio she leads tomorrow evening at the Lutheran Church of the Reformation.  The concert will present a wonderful evening … Continue reading →

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The Kate Davis Trio brings current Exodus To Jazz Season to a close

Posted on April 27, 2011 by DaCosta

Youthful vocalist-bassist Kate Davis brings her trio to Rochester to perform in the Exodus To Jazz concert series on May 7, 2011 at 8PM at the Lutheran Church of the Reformation. Pianist Noah Kellman and drummer Jake Goldbass accompany Kate … Continue reading →

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Lynne Arriale – Live Radio Interview

Posted on April 7, 2011 by DaCosta

In my enthusiasm to get the word out about the Lynne Arriale and JD Allen interviews, I sent out an Exodus To Jazz newsletter that incorrectly indicated that L. Arriale’s interview would be today (Thursday, April 7th) at 3:00pm. The … Continue reading →

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Short Exodus To New York City

Posted on March 22, 2011 by DaCosta

Tina and I took a quick trip to New York City this past Saturday, March 19th, to visit with our three-month old grandniece, Mirahl and her parents.  Newborns generate endless blessings, including the impromptu family gatherings summoned by them on … Continue reading →

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The Shows Go On!

Posted on March 10, 2011 by DaCosta

Thanks for visiting Exodus To Jazz.com. The first three concerts of this year reflect a positive response to the artists selected for the series and the recent overall changes to the series. Though suggested by a number of you who … Continue reading →

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The Lynne Arriale Quartet – New CD Release Concert

Posted on March 10, 2011 by DaCosta

On the road promoting her new CD entitled Convergence, pianist Lynne Arriale makes an Exodus To Jazz tour stop at the Lutheran Church of the Reformation on April 9, 2011 at 8:00PM.  Led by Arriale and comprised of JD Allen … Continue reading →

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