Grammy nominated, Hammond organist, Brian Charette has established himself as a leading voice in modern jazz. He has worked with many notable artists such as Joni Mitchell, Chaka Khan, Lou Donaldson, and countless others. Since moving to New York in 1995 from his native Meriden, Connecticut, Charette has become an integral part of the New York City jazz scene.

Brian is a Nord endorsed, SteepleChase recording artist, and has just released his third recording for them, “Music for Organ Sextette”. He also just finished a solo organ recording that will be out in January 2013. Brian performs regularly all over the world. This year, Brian has been playing very successful engagements in NYC, LA, Spain, Indonesia, Czech Republic, and Germany.

http://www.kungfugue.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aonRRDiTIDw

Wisaal, an Arabic-influenced world music ensemble based in Lansing, Michigan, was formed in February 2010. Wisaal is an Arabic word meaning links, connections, or unities. This reflects our attempt to present high-quality concert and educational presentations of music that fuse elements of the Arabic musical heritage with klezmer, classical Indian, and American influences while respecting the spirit of these musics. Wisaal’s repertoire consists of classical Arabic instrumental pieces, contemporary fusion pieces, and original compositions.

wisaalmusic.com

Tenor saxophonist Marcus Elliot presents the Marcus Elliot Quartet, featuring Stephen Boegohold on drums, Ben Rolston on bass, and Mike Malis on the keys.

https://soundcloud.com/marcuselliot

“A quadruple threat as a pianist, organist, composer and arranger, Glenn Tucker packs an extensive knowledge and conventional wisdom of the jazz tradition with a warm and remarkable personal touch and flare.” -Andrew Bishop

Detroit-based, Ann Arbor-bred musician Glenn Tucker occupies a unique place in the organ jazz world in that he is trained both as a jazz pianist and a classical pipe organist. Glenn brings a broad musical vision to his efforts to expand the possibilities of the Hammond organ and the organ trio format. His mentors include Geri Allen, Claude Black, and Tad Weed. Glenn seeks both to celebrate and contribute to Detroit’s rich musical tapestry. In this weekly residency, he is joined by veteran Detroit masters, (1st Wednesdays) innovative local composers, (2nd Wednesdays) and a rotating cast of young talent performing original music (other weeks).

Featuring:
Rafael Statin – sax // Alex White – drums

http://glenntucker.bandcamp.com/

“…Monear’s breathy ideas leave lots of space, girding the music with exquisite tension… Mark Stryker, Free Press Music Critic

Featuring:
Cliff Monear, piano
Jeff Pedraz, bass
tba, drums

www.cliffmonear.com

“Donald Malloy is emerging in the rich tradition of the jazz trumpet from a 21st century perspective befitting his generation. Ample evidence suggests that Donald Malloy is on track to be a significant contributor to the music for many years to come.” -Willard Jenkins

In the spirit on the Movement Festival we at Cliff Bell’s thought we would take the time to book a group that uses both styles of music, Jazz and Electronic. Clear Water is just that band. As a duo Donald Malloy (trumpet) programs ambient sounds and loops that blend in with the live drumming of Kush Abadey. Together they create a unique sound floating somewhere between space funk and hard bop.

Featuring:
Donald Malloy, trumpet, samples
Kush Abadey, drums

http://www.donaldmalloymusic.com/clearwater/

Featuring: Walter White, trumpet
Gary Schunk, piano
Miles Brown, bass
Sean Dobbins, drums

Featuring:
Bill Higgans, drums
Gary Schunk, piano
Pat Prouty, bass

Tenor saxophonist Marcus Elliot presents the Marcus Elliot Quartet, featuring Stephen Boegohold on drums, Ben Rolston on bass, and Mike Malis on the keys.

https://soundcloud.com/marcuselliot

“A quadruple threat as a pianist, organist, composer and arranger, Glenn Tucker packs an extensive knowledge and conventional wisdom of the jazz tradition with a warm and remarkable personal touch and flare.” -Andrew Bishop

Detroit-based, Ann Arbor-bred musician Glenn Tucker occupies a unique place in the organ jazz world in that he is trained both as a jazz pianist and a classical pipe organist. Glenn brings a broad musical vision to his efforts to expand the possibilities of the Hammond organ and the organ trio format. His mentors include Geri Allen, Claude Black, and Tad Weed. Glenn seeks both to celebrate and contribute to Detroit’s rich musical tapestry. In this weekly residency, he is joined by veteran Detroit masters, (1st Wednesdays) innovative local composers, (2nd Wednesdays) and a rotating cast of young talent performing original music (other weeks).

Featuring:
Rafael Statin – sax // Alex White – drums

http://glenntucker.bandcamp.com/

Scott Gwinnell is one of the most active freelance musicians in Detroit and Midwest. Gwinnell, a pianist, composer, and educator has performed, recorded, and/or toured with: Joe Lovano, Dave Liebman, Jimmy Heath, Delfayo Marsalis, John Clayton, and Jon Hendricks, for whom he was music director for 3 years. Gwinnell directs an award-winning, internationally renowned 10 piece jazz band, The Scott Gwinnell Dectet. Members of the group compose and arrange works for this ensemble making it one of the most diverse of its kind.