To commemorate the 10th anniversary of his death, the Paul Marinaro Trio (with Chris White on piano and Joe Policastro on bass) with celebrate the life and music of Frank Sinatra. A singer who changed the musical and cultural landscape of the 20th century, and whose influence spreads across genres and generations, Sinatra's songbook consists mainly of the greatest songs ever written. The trio will present well-known hits as well as more obscure gems culled from Sinatra's 60 year recording career. $7 cover.

This tribute will coincide with the US Postal Service release of The Frank Sinatra Commemorative Stamp.

Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 9:00pm
Katerina's
1920 W. Irving Park
Chicago, IL
Katerina's website

If you haven't been to Katerina's yet, you truly are missing out on one of Chicago's best gems. "An eclectic club with its soul in the arts, Katerina's is a bar, it's a bistro, a cultural center. It's a meeting place for old friends and new friends. A place where romance blossoms and time stands still." The venue also boasts a fantastic menu and drink selection, as well as a reputation for booking some of the finest musicians in town.

Paul's website

It was announced on March 1st that Chris was one of three finalists in the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Contest! His song "Spirit Dance" was selected for Session II in the Jazz category!

Click here for details. . . .

Hello everybody,

Here are some new originals I just recorded (unedited).

Chris

Thanks for all that came out to Andy's last night.  It was a fun, fun gig - Tim Davis filled in for Mike on drums and did a wonderful job.

We're trying out some new material for my recital at Loyola in the fall.  I came up with this idea to do "A Time for Us," the love theme from Franco Zeffirelli's excellent 1968 film "Romeo and Juliet," as an 90's-type R&B ballad - we'll see if it works!

-Chris

 

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Come to my 80's tribute tonight from 7-9pm at Pause Cafe, 1107 Berwyn, Chicago (at Berwyn "el"). You'll hear me perform solo piano jazzy-arrangements of great 80's tunes (Spandau Ballet, Phil Collins, Cindy Lauper, U2, Tears for Fears, David Bowie, Elvis Costello, Asia, Bon Jovi, Simple Minds, Sinead O'Connor, Pat Benatar and many more). I won't be dressed as Don Johnson, but there may be a rubik's cube or an Alf doll lying around somewhere . . . . Chris PS. I can't resist - check out this cornball Hall and Oates gem from 1982 http://youtube.com/watch?v=anLfoy2XsFw PPS.  Yes, I will be playing that song!

The Swedish/Moroccian composer and producer Karim El Alaoui teamed up with jazz pianist Chris White for their first mySpace collaboration. "Leaving you" is available for listening here and at Highlife.

Enjoy!

Chris

Come check out my CD release party.  It's this Tuesday, February 7th, from 7 to 9pm at Pause Cafe, located at 1107 W. Berwyn Ave, just steps east from the Berwyn Red Line "L" stop.  I'll be performing many tracks from my new CD, "Young at Heart," plus new material!  Don't miss it.  Also, there's free wireless so bring your laptop.  And free coffee with each pastry purchase!  How can you go wrong?

Chris

 

It's finally done!  My first full-length, solo piano CD, "Young at Heart," is now available.  It features the four tracks heard on MySpace, plus 14 more jazz and pop selections.  Please contact me for pricing and shipping details.

Thanks!

Chris

My cover of "Nothing Else Matters" received podcasting airplay recently.  Check out the show, called The Jazz Suite:

http://thejazzsuite.mypodcasts.net/

Hi all,

The four tracks presented here will be issued on my first solo piano CD, "Young at Heart," available soon.  Check back for details!

Chris