49 West - Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery / Annapolis, Maryland

Pam Stevens Duo
2018-05-09 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | 49 West – The Front Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
A classical duo with flute and violin

The Asher Herzog Band
2018-05-09 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
Asher Herzog is an emerging drummer, composer, and improviser currently based in the Baltimore area. While he has studied with many through his young career, his biggest teacher has been the city of Baltimore itself. Influenced in high school by the community of improvisers in the immediate area, he developed a keen interest in the intersection of composed and improvised music.
This interest was nurtured during his time at Towson University, of which he is a recent graduate. In addition to freelancing around the greater Baltimore/D.C area, Herzog is involved with many ongoing projects such as Yugennui (Post/Math Rock), Fuss (Improvising Power-Quartet), Liberata (Jazz/Folk), and his sextet, Bowhunter.
Derek Wiegmann is an up and coming bassist living and working in Baltimore, MD. He graduated from Towson University with a Bachelor of Music Degree in Jazz/Commercial Performance in Spring 2017. Through the jazz residency program, he performed with artists such as Drew Gress, Jeff Lederer, Ralph Alessi, Ellery Eskelin, Tony Malaby Donny McCaslin, and Mary Halvorson. In addition to his freelance work, Derek performs with local bands such as the Tom Lagana Trio, Derrick Michaels Chamber Quartet, Bachelor Boys Band, Screaming Art Large Ensemble, Ephemera Quartet, Liberata and more.
Tim Houston is a guitarist currently residing in Baltimore, MD. He graduated from Towson University with a Bachelor of Music Degree in Jazz/Commercial Performance in Fall 2018. Through the jazz residency program, he performed with artists such as Tim Berne, Drew Gress, Kris Davis, and Ellery Eskelin. Tim performs with jazz, rock, and experimental groups such as Fuss, Yugennui, Headrest, Jouska, and Blake Ruby and the Homies
Chris Young is a woodwind player residing in the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area. He received his B.M. and M.A. in Jazz/Commercial Saxophone Performance from Towson University, where he studied under Jason Rigby, Dave Ballou, Frank Russo, Jim McFalls, Darryl Brenzel and Sara Nichols. Chris has performed along side internationally recognized musicians such as Matt Wilson, Ellery Eskelin, Mary Halvorson, Drew Gress, Carl Filipiak, and Levi Stephens. Aside from his freelance work, Chris performs locally with groups such as Telepathic Dog, Screaming Art Large Ensemble, Bachelor Boys Band, Stimulus Package and leads various groups under his own name.

Happy Hour with The Solid Sender Trio
2018-05-10 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
The Solid Sender Trio is:
Leslie Agre vocals extraordinaire (Jello Boys, Dean Rosenthal, etc.)
Don Farrell upright bass (Johnny Monet Band, Los Derechos, etc.)
Jimmy Jacobs piano (Jello Boys, Dean Rosenthal, Johnny Monet, etc.)
Jazz standards -a new take on your parents’ music

The Late Boomers
2018-05-11 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
WHO: The Late Boomers
DATE: 5/11/18
TIME: 8:00 – 11:00 PM
Cover: $15
The Late Boomers return to the back room with a toe-tappin’ mix of honky-tonk, swing, country blues and bluesy-grass. The band features veteran DC area singer/songwriter Jeremy “Buck” Stone Schuhmann on guitar/vocals and harmonica, New Orleans transplant Eric Glaser on upright bass, and Annapolis’ own Elizabeth Melvin (Mama Jama, Jambulay) on vocals/percussion, along with ace multi-instrumentalist Tom McLaughlin (OK Twisters, Mama Tried.) The vocals are tight, the strings are swinging and the atmosphere is hot when the Late Boomers come out to play!

Intimate Jazz Series with B’s Bees Jazz Quartet
2018-05-12 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
B’s Bees Jazz Quartet
Presented by Elana Byrd’s Intimate Jazz Series

Canadian jazz group B’s Bees is a hard swinging jazz outfit known for writing compelling original music and playing high energy sets. Based in Montreal, they are the city’s busiest gigging group playing major clubs and festivals. The group tours the U.S. and Canada for the second time in May 2018 and they are among the artists featured on the Jazz Beyond Borders roster.
Ron Netsky of Rochester City News writes, “If the sound of Montreal jazz group B’s Bees reminds you of Art Blakey‘s Jazz Messengers, it might be because of the similar spirit.” Lawrence Stahlberg of WERU-FM’s “Jazz Straight Ahead” says the band, “forges ahead with strong writing and accomplished arrangements.” Chris Spector of Midwest Record writes, “Hot stuff for those looking for a wild ride.” Great reviews are rolling in praising both of the band’s new albums.
Early this year, the group released Dear Charlie, featuring the music of the late great Charlie Haden. On April 20 they released Kanata featuring original jazz. The latter disc was shaped with input from trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis, who is among several guest artists on the tour. The album explores the founding of Canada and milestones in the nation’s history that are shaping the country’s culture. This is a fascinating time to consider the similarities and differences we have with our northern neighbor while hearing one of Montreal’s hottest jazz bands! Tickets are available from 410-626-9796 or online from: https://www.instantseats.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.results
Julien Sandiford, guitar
Brandon Goodwin, drums & bandleader
Joe Ferracuti, piano
Alec Safy, bass

Sunday Jam Session
2018-05-13 09:00 - 12:00, 2018-05-27 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
Annapolis Acoustic Jam: A Round-Robin Jam for songs of every age and genre. All acoustic stringed instruments, harmonicas, flutes & whistles are welcome. We do have limits on our sound levels in the back room as we share the venue with live entertainment in the front room. If you want to learn to play in a group this jam is for you. Join the fun from 9:am until 12 noon on Sundays. Direct questions to Ken Mayer at ken.i.mayer@gmail.com

Jonathan Stone
2018-05-13 10:00 - 13:00, 2018-05-20 10:00 - 13:00, 2018-05-27 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Halifax) | 49 West – The Front Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Jazz Samba Sunday Brunch every Sunday

Open Mic Night at 49 West!
2018-05-13 16:30 - 19:00, 2018-05-27 16:30 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
Garrett Park Guitars, 49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery, and Breedloves Annapolis are proud to present a brand new open mic to the city of Annapolis, MD called Open Mic Sundays!
What’s different with Open Mic Sundays vs other open mics?
Open Mic Sundays are all ages with all instruments and all genres are welcome to perform. PLUS, you can win a free Breedlove Guitar! Come to Open Mic Sundays and learn more or stop into Garrett Park Guitars for an entry form (7 Old Solomon’s Island, Rd, Annapolis, MD 21402). We’re giving away a guitar every 90 days!
How do I sign up to perform at Open Mic Sundays?
A sign-up sheet will be at the venue where you can sign up to perform. Please write down any special requests or ask the sound engineer if you have any questions or special needs.
How long or many songs can I/we play?
At this time, we’re offering each performer a 10-minute set (two long songs, or three short songs) and few minutes for setup. You may sign up a second time once you have performed.
What equipment is provided at Open Mic Sundays?
A PA, Mics, Stands, A Cajon, and a Breedlove Guitar.
What should I bring to perform at Open Mic Sundays?
All performers should bring their primary instrument to perform I.E. Guitar players should bring their guitar (and amp if applicable).
What shouldn’t I bring?
Due to the intimate setting of this venue, we do not recommend bringing a full drum kit or obnoxiously loud instruments. No glitter.
Can I sign up ahead of time to perform?
YES, and we certainly welcome you to sign up ahead of time. Please email gpguitars@gmail.com to let us know that you’ll be attending or call 443-873-3330 with any questions.
How can I promote my performance at Open Mic Sundays?
Stop by Garrett Park to grab a poster or share this event on your social sites. We’re on Instagram too! (@garrettparkguitars)
Where is Open Mic Sundays held?
at 49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery – 49 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
When are Open Mic Sundays?
Open Mic Sundays are held every 2nd and 4th Sunday starting on April 22nd, 2018.
What is the cost to perform at Open Mic Sundays?
There is no cost to perform. However, the venue will be charging a $5 fee per person per table for table service which will go to the hosts of the open mic.
Who are the hosts of Open Mic Sundays??
Our hosts will rotate and include local and regional artists. Check back to see who will be hosting!
How can I host Open Mic Sundays?
Send an email to gpguitars@gmail.com with why you think you’d be a great host of Open Mic Sundays.

Unified Jazz Ensemble
2018-05-15 20:30 - 23:00, 2018-05-22 20:30 - 23:00 UTC | 49 West – The Back Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
The Unified Jazz Ensemble is a dynamic group of masterful musicians from the USA. This ensemble has years of experience educating and entertaining diverse audiences. This is acoustic jazz, a classic American art form, done to perfection with audience interaction at its best.

Dean Rosenthal & Friends
2018-05-16 17:00 - 19:00, 2018-05-23 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | 49 West – The Front Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Dean Rosenthal, Tom Fridrich, Gary Wright

Starrs Jazz Jam
2018-05-16 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
The troops are still jammin’ at 49 West Café – Musicians & singers sit in with our house band composed of: JOHN STARR on bass, flute & vocals; DICK GLASS on flugelhorn, bass & vocals; LARRY SCOTT on piano; & BILL McHENRY on drums! Only a $10 cover to hear wonderful jazz from 7-10 pm! The soups and salads at 49 WEST are perfect for a Spring evening too! Invite a friend to join you and share the fun!

The Young Brothers
2018-05-17 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | MD

The Johnny Monet Band
2018-05-18 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Halifax) | MD
The Johnny Monet Band heats up the season at 49 West with their potent brew of original rock n’ roll, soul and rockabilly! Added to the gumbo are songs by Elvis Costello, The Four Tops, Springsteen and Lucinda Williams.
Put on your dancin’ shoes and come boogie in the aisles! Johnny Monet is local artist and songwriter John Ebersberger. Also in the band is Mark Ingino – lead guitar; Jimmy Jacobs- piano; Don Farrell – bass guitar; John Jernigan – drums; John Rausch – sound/lights.

Kings of Crownsville
2018-05-19 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | 49 West – The Back Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Annapolis-based act Kings of Crownsville are a roots Rock band with a New Orleans flavor.
The brainchild of New Orleans-raised guitarist/singer/songwriter Steve Johnson, the Kings play a rollicking, entertaining set that stirs Americana, Blues, and Jazz
into their mix of Johnson’s witty original tunes as well as a few well-chosen covers with a hint of Louisiana spice.
Their signature horn section transports listeners to the streets of the Big Easy, while they also add precise three- and four-part harmonies to their musical gumbo.
Think Louis Armstrong meets Steely Dan.
The Kings of Crownsville features Johnson backed by Ed Justice on trumpet, flugelhorn and vocals; Jim Tavener on trombone, percussion, and vocals; Mike McCormick on keyboards and vocals; David Vermette on bass and vocals; and Rob Creath behind the drums.
“Homegrown Americana boogie blues and big band rockin’ swing jazz is a chunky description of the Kings … a robust, polished sound that makes for easy toe-tapping and dancing.”
Stephen Perraud. The Live Wire. June 2011

Spiral Staircase and Open Read
2018-05-20 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
You are invited to
The Spiral Staircase Poetry Reading and Open Read
Sunday, May 20, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
at
49 West Coffeehouse and Wine Bar
49 West Street
Annapolis, MD 21401

Coffee ● Tea ● Wine ● Beer ● Cocktails ● Great Food

Admission is FREE

Featured poet will be Joanne Van Wie

Open Read: Read 3 poems, or read for 5 minutes, whichever is briefer

For more information, please contact
Dan Kagan
spiralstaircasepoetry@gmail.com

Visit our Facebook event page for details and PARKING HINTS
https://www.facebook.com/events/810066452518703/

Please invite your friends through the page’s links.

Joanne Van Wie is defined by the Urban Dictionary as: “A map-maker of the collective unconscious, a ruler of the world simply on the grounds that she speaks in a form that is elegant; she does not fear blindness or abandonment”. Or at least she claims these braveries as a poet and writer. Joanne has been published over the years in Connectionsmagazine, and most recently has been featured in TEXTure, an Annapolis-based literary journal. Joanne has lived in St. Mary’s County MD for 20 years. She was born in upstate New York.

Please forward this to anyone who may be interested.

FREE PARKING FREE PARKING FREE PARKING

FREE PARKING FOR SPIRAL STAIRCASE POETRY

PARK FOR FREE in the Anne Arundel County employees’ garage at 19 St. John’s St. (GPS/Mapquest the address)

The garage is OPEN AND FREE on the weekends. It is about a five-minute walk from the 49 West Coffehouse. The garage is right across from the St. John’s College auditorium. Turn on to St. John’s St. off of College Ave., OR come straight down Rowe Blvd. from Rt. 50, then turn left at the light at Calvert St., and then left on St. John St.

Here’s a link with the St. John’s St. garage’s location and the walking route to 49 West Cafe.

https://www.google.com/maps/dir/48+St+Johns+St,+Annapolis,+MD+21401/49+West+St,+Annapolis,+MD+21401/@38.9801522,-76.497911,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x89b7f65182b9db37:0x4667c38e84621d6d!2m2!1d-76.4941557!2d38.9820562!1m5!1m1!1s0x89b7f65097aeef1b:0xc78d78efbb4301e8!2m2!1d-76.4951957!2d38.9782484!3e2?hl=en

Please call or email me with any questions.

Dan Kagan
Spiral Staircase Poetry Series
spiralstaircasepoetry@gmail.com
410-279-9743

The Befuddlers
2018-05-20 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | 49 West – The Front Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Come on down to 49west – Larry and i’ll be singing & playing and hanging out in one of our favorite local places.. there is all kinds of good stuff going there besides this music we’re promoting. amazing artwork, food and drinks, people. No cover, just walk on in, seat yourself. – we’re in the front room.
Jenn Byrne is the foundation of the group, playing the upright bass, and doing the Lion’s share of the singing. Jenn has an enigmatic and versitile voice, which is capable of a wide variety of styles. In addition to The Befuddlers Jenn can be seen around town with her other group, the Hypnotic Panties. She also has a band with her brother Jeremy, and father Pete which is called Crosstown.
Larry Byrne is a multi-instumentalist and singer, and lays down the rhythm on acoustic guitar with The Befuddlers. Larry sits on the board of AMFM, a charity organization for musicians based in Annapolis. He can be seen playing with many local groups at AMFM fundraisers. Larry also plays with the local funk group, Higher Hands, playing the keyboards and supplying left hand bass. He also loves to join the Hypnotic Panties whenever possible!
Pete Reichwein is the father of Jenn, and the Dobro player in the group. Pete has been a fixture in the Bluegrass community for decades, but is also an extremely diverse musician with a good knowledge of many different styles of music.
No Cover Charge

Sunday Supper & Jazz with Susan Mooring & Steve Abshire
2018-05-20 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
Sunday Supper Jazz Series with Susan Mooring & Steve Abshire
May 20, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
$20
Elegant jazz standards, blues, and a few surprises are in store from this duo. Singer/songwriter Susan Mooring lends her smooth contralto to sultry ballads and bossas, but she can swing, too. She is accompanied by renowned guitarist Steve Abshire, longtime 49 West favorite.
Susan began her singing career at clubs in and around Boston. She became a fixture of the jazz scene in Portsmouth, NH, then in Richmond, VA, where she soloed with the Richmond Philharmonic. She currently lives in Silver Spring, where she performs regularly at Dominic’s Italian Grille. In the words of Pat White, host of John Starr’s 49 West Jazz Jam, “Susan Mooring is one the best singers to ever walk through this door.”
Steve Abshire has performed with jazz giants from Charlie and Joe Byrd to Louie Bellson and Stanley Turrentine and has accompanied vocalists from Rosemary Clooney to Etta Jones and Joe Williams. The Steve Abshire performs most weekends at the Stanford Grille in Columbia, MD.

Itzall Good Music Singer Songwriter Series Featuring Nalani & Sarina & Linda Nelson
2018-05-21 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
The Itzall Goode Music Presents singer/songwriter series returns to 49 West Coffeehouse in Annapolis, MD on Monday,May 21!
Hosted by Eric Scott.
Featuring Nalani & Sarina www.nalanisarina.com/
with special guests
Linda Nelson www.lindanelsonmusic.com/index.html
Eric Scott www,ericscottmusic.com
Admission only $10.00 (to the artists).
Call for reservations (recommended) at 410-626-9796
or just show up!
49 West Coffeehouse – 49 West St. – Annapolis, MD
BIos:
Getting music fans to agree on anything is next to impossible. That’s why the quick rise to national recognition of identical twin sisters Nalani & Sarina is such an astounding story. These two audacious young artists, from west-central New Jersey, have developed a distinctive blend of traditionalist soul-rock and modern pop likely to keep their faces in the spotlight for years to come. Legendary music critic/Sirius radio host Dave Marsh called their EP, Scattered World, “some of the best music being made”, and fans, critics and taste-makers have echoed his praise. Nalani & Sarina have all the elements in place for success and stardom. Their captivating look is on display in the video for “Get Away”, a propulsive cut from Scattered World, that was in regular rotation on mtvU and other video outlets. Their smart, kinetic live show, whether as a duo or with their band, has made the sisters favorites on the Northeastern club scene. They’ve earned the enthusiasm of industry insiders as well, with their newest offerings to be released on Kobalt Music’s worldwide digital distribution network in early 2018. In a music landscape largely bereft of Asian-American voices, the twin sisters’ perspective is welcome. Their songs are catchy AND meaningful, their look is dazzling, their message is courageous, and the sky is the limit.
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Linda Nelson is a singer/songwriter with soft and soulful southern accent. She was born and raised the fifth of seven kids in Baltimore County, a rural area as close to the Mason Dixon Line as it is to the city of the same name. “My folks are from Alabama (dad) and Memphis (mom).
Before Linda was born her father, Andy Nelson, was a star player with the Johnny Unitas led championship Baltimore Colts (1957-1964). (In fact, Johnny U. and Andy Nelson roomed together.) Those same qualities of talent, dedication, teamwork and success have clearly migrated from parents to daughter.
Linda started playing guitar when she was just a teenager. “I had been writing songs on the lane to the mailbox, so when I got a guitar I just started writing songs all the time,” she remembers. Her first inauspicious public performance was at a Tupperware party. In high school things got a bit more ambitious when Linda answered a City Paper ad for a singer (“no Emmylou look-a-likes!”) and won the job with a band of Hopkins students called the Zumbuzie Warriors. Her second gig with the Warriors was on TV at the Hopkins Fair. “(I was) shaking in my boots,” she painfully remembers.
The band gig morphed into a smaller, perhaps more manageable act called the Rising Sun trio with Doug Boardman and Craig Muller. But soon the young musician caught the traveling bug and moved down to the beaches along the Outer Banks of Carolina, and then on to St. Croix in the Virgin Islands where she played solo gigs in the sun. After some tough breaks and inner turmoil took hold, Linda’s musical career lay dormant for about six years.
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Washington, D.C. area musician Eric Scott has to date enjoyed a varied and interesting musical journey. As a touring bassist and vocalist, Scott has performed on numerous stages throughout Europe, Canada, the Caribbean Islands, Central America, and the entire United States. While building his reputation as one of the area’s most sought after sidemen & session players, Scott wrote and released three solo records, DIVINE STATIC (1999), LET’S HEAR IT FOR THE FOOLS (2002), and RED (2007), to critical acclaim.
The journey continues with Scott’s fourth release WHERE THE WATER RUNS DEEPEST (May 2012) on the Itzall Goode Music label (Indie). DEEPEST further explores the neo-soul, funk, and pop influences of RED…but Scott’s sound continues to evolve. It is no less confessional than RED…maybe even more so…and is even more personal and intimate with it’s stripped down production and arrangements. While the performances are first rate, this release is all about the songs and the voice; and they are wrapped in a sheerer, warmer, acoustic package.

Susan Jones and Jim Cunningham
2018-05-23 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
Jazz Violin and guitar with Susan Jones and guitarist Jim Cunningham

Shook/ Russo 5 Tet
2018-05-24 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | 49 West – The Back Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Amy Shook – acoustic bass
Pat Shook – tenor saxophone
Tony Martucci – drums
Tim Leahey – trumpet
Jonathan Epley – guitar
The Shook/Russo 5tet has been performing together since 2005 in the mid-Atlantic region. Their focus has always been to compose and perform their own original music within the jazz idiom, honoring the masters by carrying on the tradition. Be it through blues, swing, bebop, soul jazz, or more modern funk and groove, the group has developed an incredible and unique sound by merging the diverse backgrounds of each of these fine musicians into one voice. The result is a whirlwind of grooves, melodies, and diverse textures that are a true delight to hear. Collectively, the members of the Shook/Russo 5tet have performed extensively throughout the United States, as well as performed in Canada, Mexico, Asia, Europe, and the Caribbean and at festivals such as the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, the Ottawa Jazz Festival, the Stan Getz Jazz Festival, the East Coast Jazz Festival, the Vancouver International Jazz Festival, and the Telluride Jazz Festival, the Wall Street Jazz Festival and the Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival to name a few. They currently have two CDs out on Summit Records, and will be releasing a new album later this year, featuring all new music by members of the band.

Meg Murray and August West
2018-05-25 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | 49 West – The Back Room, 49 West St., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
AUGUST WEST
Steve Lowe, Meg Murray, Jenn Byrne, Pete Reichwein, Tom Duley
Please call for Reservations @ 410-626-9796
49 West Coffeehouse hosts two of Annapolis’ finest songwriters – Steve Lowe & Meg Murray – and their newest AUGUST WEST lineup with Jenn Byrne & Pete Reichwein (The Befuddlers) and Tom Fridrich (3 Piece Racket, Ruthie & The Wranglers). After a long hiatus, AUGUST WEST continues to create heartfelt Americana infused with just a bit of blues, country, jazz and rock with a lineup of super talented multi-instrumentalists and the silky duo harmonies of Lowe and Murray.
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American Roots Series w/ Dean Rosenthal & The Racket
2018-05-26 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | MD
Photo by Joe Karr
American Roots Series presents Dean Rosenthal & The Racket
