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Gabrielle Stravelli at Birdland Jazz Club NYC
Cabaret
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Gabrielle Stravelli at Birdland Jazz Club NYC

Jazz vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli has always carried the torch of the American Songbook with elegance and an unmistakable voice that sparkles with charm, authenticity, and life. At her recent performance at Birdland Jazz Club, Stravelli did far more than entertain—she enraptured. With a keen sense of drama, humor, and a voice that could melt or invigorate, she delivered a vocal jazz performance that reminded us why live music remains irreplaceable.

Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic
Chopin’s Party with a Skeleton, Friends, and a Sonata
Behind the Scenes
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Chopin’s Party with a Skeleton, Friends, and a Sonata

A group of Chopin’s friends orchestrated a dinner party at the studio of the esteemed artist Félix Ziem. Ziem, a painter celebrated for his vibrant depictions of Venice, was known for his camaraderie and love of beauty. Alongside Chopin’s patron, Prince Polignac, the group sought to gift Chopin a new piano, hoping to rekindle his joy.

Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic
Born to Be Wild by Steppenwolf: A Sonic Revolution
Music
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Born to Be Wild by Steppenwolf: A Sonic Revolution

Released in 1968, this track became an anthem for counterculture and a defining moment in rock history. Its fusion of raw energy, lyrical freedom, and electrifying performances set a new standard for musical artistry.

Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic
Eli Bolin Has No Friends
Cabaret
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Eli Bolin Has No Friends

As the show unwound, it was like a fun family reunion picnic of Saturday Night Live, Second City Television, and a dash of Uncle Floyd, where everyone takes turns showing what they can do to make everyone smile and better off than when they arrived.

Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic
Artistic Maturity: Mozart’s Violin Sonata No 21 in E Minor
Chamber Music
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Artistic Maturity: Mozart’s Violin Sonata No 21 in E Minor

Artistic Maturity: Mozart’s Violin Sonata No. 21 in E Minor embodies the sophistication and emotional resonance of his later works and marks a significant chapter in his creative evolution while captivating and inspiring listeners worldwide, affirming the timeless appeal of his musical genius.

Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic
Herb Alpert at MPAC on Opening Night Reviews. Courtesy of HerbAlpert.com
Music
Victoria L. Dammer

Herb Alpert at MPAC

Continuing the Summer Concert series of outstanding sold-out performances, Mayo Performing Art Center (MPAC) in Morristown NJ presented iconic trumpeter Herb Alpert and his Grammy-winning vocalist wife Lani Hall in their 2023 North American tour.

Victoria L. Dammer
Mia Pinero
Cabaret
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Mia Pinero

Our rising star arrived on the stage with smiles and panache, an enthusiastic audience welcoming the charming young chanteuse. Pinero greeted and thanked her adoring fan base for attending, reflecting on the excitement of creating her debut album, and the challenges of remote recording. She shared personal thoughts about her life and segued into her opening number, Stand Tall by Donald Glover.

Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic
Behind the Notes with Raffaele Ponti
Music
Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic

Behind the Notes with Raffaele Ponti

Rating  4.6/5 Beginning this installment of Behind the Notes with Maestro Raffaele Livio Ponti, Maestro Ponti welcomed everyone, and before getting to the music set for March 6, described

Edward A Kliszus, Editor-in-Chief / Music and Arts Critic
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