Dear Friends,
On Saturday, September 25, 2010, The Parlor gallery presents Brooklyn's own, Bassist Parker McAllister and Friends. Performances are at 7:30 and 9:00; doors open at 7pm. There is a suggested donation of $20, which includes both sets and snacks.
Since Parker's last Jazz at the Parlor Gallery performance, in April of this year he was recognized as an emerging new talent and was honored by the Brooklyn Jazz Consortium by receiving the "Young Lion" award. Unfortunately, I was away welcoming my first grand baby but I am so thankful that so many of our friends and supporters were there to cheer him on.
More exciting news, Parker and his band mates competed and was selected for the prestigious Aspen Jazz Festival. We are so proud of these young musician, still in college but yet gaining renown and respect in the jazz community.
On extended exhibition at the gallery is the Fine Art of Handmade Paper, unique works by fine artists, Celeste Morris and Katrina Jeffries. Enthusiastically received by gallery visitors this summer, the exhibit will be on view until September 26, 2010.
After a long hot summer where our summer jazz events were interrupted by my "grand mommy" and "mother of the bride" duties, please join us Saturday and celebrate the fabulous fall with our fantastic musicians. (Shhhhh! We're going to wish Parker a Happy 20th Birthday.)
Best wishes,
Sheila
