I’m looking forward to teaching Jazz in America at Northern Vermont University (NVU) – Johnson for the Spring 2019 semester. This is the first time I’ll be teaching the course! In addition, I will be directing the Funk/Fusion Ensemble as well as teaching guitar lessons .. info / registration at www.northernvermont.edu .. feel free to email me with any questions ~
I’m looking forward to teaching the following courses at the Community College of Vermont (CCV) for the Fall 2018 semester:
Intro to Jazz Music: Online .. from 9/4 – 12/17/18;
Guitar 1: Winooski – Tuesdays 3:00-5:45pm from 9/4 – 12/11/18;
Each course is fun, very informative, 3 credits, and open to all .. info / registration at www.ccv.edu ..
Moose Lodge, S. Burlington VT
C2DB returns to the Moose Lodge on Friday 7/13/18 from 7-11pm .. on Williston Road in S. Burlington, VT .. strictly rub-a-dub~
and here’s a video of the show:
DONNY RAY “QUENN-I” QUENNEVILLE– bass and vocals
FRANKO PAVLIK– synth guitar & vocals
GREG MATSES– lead guitar & vocals
ERIC “SPORES” SWANSON– keyboard & vocal
JEFF “c00p” COOPER – drums and samples
The Double E, Essex VT
and a couple of pics from the show (thanks Adam!):
Johnson VT
I will once again be directing the Johnson State College Funk/Fusion Ensemble for the Jazz/Contemporary concert on Wednesday 5/2/18 at 7pm .. Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, Johnson Vermont .. Open to all.. info at www.jsc.edu .. Here’s our set:
I Feel the Earth Move (Carole King)
Ex’s & Oh’s (Elle King – Dave Bassett)
Geek in the Pink (Jason Mraz/Ian Sheridan/Kevin Kadish)
Try (Janis Joplin – Jerry Ragovoy/Chip Taylor)
Gone Under (Snarky Puppy – Shayna Steele/David Cook)
#W W C (The Main Squeeze)
with: Michaela Dube (vocals, tenor sax), James Isaac (guitar, vocals), Gwendolyn Campus (vocals), James Douglas (drums, percussion), Anna Sargent (vocals), Brittney Malik (trumpet, vocals), Travis Bruyette (drums, percussion), Julia Simons (vibes, tenor sax, vocals), Timothy Pinckney (bass), Rebecca Flieder (vocals), Makayla Jones (baritone sax, alto sax), Spencer Perry (drums, guitar, keyboards)..
Moose Lodge, S. Burlington VT
C2DB brings the holiday cheer to the Moose Lodge on Saturday 12/16/17 from 7-11pm .. on Williston Road in S. Burlington, VT .. a Christmas rub-a-dub!!
Here is a short and sweet promotional clip about the arts at the Community College of Vermont (CCV) ..
Johnson VT
I will once again be directing the Johnson State College Funk/Fusion Ensemble for the Jazz/Contemporary concert on Wednesday 12/13/17 at 7pm .. Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, Johnson Vermont .. Free and open to all.. info at www.jsc.edu .. here’s the set:
Doo Wop (That Thing) (Lauryn Hill)
Bang Bang (Monophonics – Sonny Bono)
How Good It Feels (Lake Street Dive – Bridget Kearney)
Jungle Boogie (Kool & the Gang)
Dr. Funk (The Main Squeeze)
with: Spencer Perry (drums, vocals, guitar), Lucas Holmes (trumpet, vocals), Janea Hudson (vocals, keyboards), James Douglas (drums), Timothy Pinckney (bass), Brittney Malik (trumpet, vocals, keyboards), Makayla Jones (alto sax, baritone sax), Katelyn Shaw (alto sax, vocals) ..
Johnson VT
I’ll be performing 21st Century Schizoid Man (King Crimson) and Whipping Post (Allman Brothers Band) as part of Spencer Perry’s senior recital on Sunday 12/10/17 @ 5pm, Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, Johnson VT .. Free & open to the public ..
Winooski VT
I will be directing the Fall 2017 CCV Guitar 1 class in performance on Friday 12/8/17 at 7:00pm. We will be followed by the CCV Community Chorus .. Free and open to all, in the Janice Couture Room (108) at the Community College of Vermont, 1 Abenaki Way, Winooski, VT 05404 .. Here’s our set:
Bel Air (Greg Matses)
House of the Rising Sun (Traditional)
Wade in the Water (African American Spiritual)
You can help us do it!
Moose Lodge, S. Burlington VT
C2DB returns to the Moose Lodge on Sunday 8/20/17 from 3-4:30pm for some late summer barbecue jams .. on Williston Road in S. Burlington, VT .. with the Vibesville Studio Band and Whirlwind ~
I will be directing the Funk/Fusion Ensemble as well as teaching guitar lessons at Johnson (VT) State College for the Fall 2017 semester .. info / registration at www.jsc.edu .. If you have problems registering online please email me, I can fix it ~
Idletyme Brewing, Stowe VT
Hold the presses! The Shed Band will be performing in Stowe for the first time in six years .. at our old stomping ground, Idletyme Brewing Company (formerly the Shed – 1859 Mountain Road, Stowe, Vermont 05672) at 8pm. Let the sabotage begin ~ Stacy Starkweather (bass/vocals), Gabe Jarrett (drums), & Greg Matses (guitar/vocals).
The Shed Band evolved out of a weekly Wednesday night jam which began in 2001 at the Shed Restaurant and Brewery in Stowe, Vermont. From 2001-2009, the group delivered a healthy serving of reworked rock classics and crafty originals that drew from a wide range of influences including funk, blues, prog, & reggae. The band’s collective experience and musicianship guaranteed a unique and entertaining experience Wednesday night after Wednesday night..
Foam Brewers, Burlington VT
I’m happy to once again be joining the Vorcza crew at Foam Brewers (112 Lake St, Burlington, VT 05401) for the Discover Jazz Festival on Sunday 6/11/17 @ 4:30pm .. sounds abound with Ray Paczkowski (keys), Rob Morse (bass), Gabe Jarrett (drums), & Greg Matses (guitar) ..
Nectar's, Burlington VT
I’ll be performing with Vorcza at Nectar’s (188 Main Street Burlington, VT 05401) for the Discover Jazz Festival on Tuesday 6/6/17 @ 9:00pm .. big beat down with Ray Paczkowski (keys), Rob Morse (bass), Gabe Jarrett (drums), & Greg Matses (guitar) .. 18+ $10 // 21+ $5
I’m excited to be teaching the following courses at the Community College of Vermont (CCV) for the Fall 2017 semester:
Guitar 1: Winooski – Tuesdays 3:00-5:45pm from 9/5 – 12/12/17;
Guitar 1: St. Albans – Mondays 6:15-9:00pm from 9/11 – 12/18/17;
Intro to Jazz Music: Online .. from 9/5 – 12/18/17;
Each course is fun, very informative, 3 credits, and open to all .. info / registration at www.ccv.edu ..
Moose Lodge, S. Burlington VT
C2DB returns to the Moose Lodge on Friday 5/26/17 from 7-11pm .. on Williston Road in S. Burlington, VT .. strictly rub-a-dub~
La Puerta Negra, Montpelier VT
Talking Doctor w/ Greg Matses (guitar), Rob Morse (bass), & Gabe Jarrett (drums) climbs the stairs to La Puerta Negra (44 Main St., Montpelier, VT) for the first time on Friday 5/5/17 at 9:30pm .. one set and one set only! This is a co-bill with Anachronist .. www.lapuertanegravt.com
Johnson VT
I will once again be directing the Johnson State College Funk/Fusion Ensemble for the Jazz/Contemporary concert on Wednesday 4/26/17 at 7pm .. Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, Johnson Vermont .. Free and open to all.. info at www.jsc.edu .. here’s the set:
Ain’t No Mountain High Enough (Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell – Nickolas Ashford/Valerie Simpson)
Right Place Wrong Time (Dr. John – Mac Rebennack)
Respect (Aretha Franklin – Otis Redding)
Scatterbrain (Jeff Beck – Max Middleton)
Borderline (Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds – Arleigh Kincheloe)
with: Spencer Perry (drums, percussion), Nathaniel Garland (guitar), Jack Snow (guitar), Michaela Dube (vocals), Randall Ingalls (vocals), Janea Hudson (vocals), Brandon Stevens (drums), Justin Burgess (bass), Brittney Malik (trumpet, vocals), Makayla Jones (alto sax, baritone sax), Julia Simons (tenor sax, vocals) ..
Johnson VT
I’ll be performing two tunes as part of Brandon Stevens‘ senior recital on Thursday 4/13 @ 8pm, Dibden Center for the Arts, Johnson State College, Johnson VT .. Free & open to the public ..
Peaches en Regalia (Frank Zappa)
Indiscipline (King Crimson)
with: Justin Burgess (bass), Tim Melville (guitar), and Brandon Stevens (drums).
I need to practice.. now!~
