Metropolitan Room To Feature Sean Harkness, 9/8

September at The Metropolitan Room features:

September 3, 2010 @ 10:00PM, $15

MetroJam hosted by Jenna Esposito, is the monthly open mic at the Metropolitan Room. Each month boasts a different guest star, a terrific lineup of performers and the fabulous MetroJam House Band: John DiPinto on piano, Ritt Henn on bass, and Bobby Sher on drums. Singers and instrumentalists of all types are encouraged to join in the fun - just bring two copies of your music (up-tempo songs are preferred) and arrive early to sign up (sign-up begins at 9:30 p.m.)  

September 4, 2010 @ 7:30PM, $25

Zachary Theis for an evening of 11 o'clock numbers pulled from the scores of the greatest musicals ever written. A night of pieces by Leslie Bricusse, Jerry Herman, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Frank Loesser, Ivor Novello, Stephen Sondheim, Jule Styne and many others...All proceeds will be donated to MCCNY: Homeless Youth Services SYLVIA'S PLACE  

September 4, 2010 @ 9:30PM, $20

Nationally - touring jazz vocalist and pianist Tish Oney brings her new show, "Jazz Seasons," to The Metropolitan Room. Tish brings together a program of songs celebrating the four seasons of the year and delivers them in the straight-ahead, classic jazz tradition. Selections include original works as well as treasures by the most beloved writers of the Great American Songbook, contemporary jazz and music theatre. Oney's latest CD, "Dear Peg," earned international recognition in WHLI Radio's Top 50 Releases of 2009. 

September 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2010 @ 7:00PM, $15

Michael Garin and Mardie Millit Michael Garin and Mardie Millit return to the Metropolitan Room with a wild night of comedy and music from around the world.

September 7, 14, 21 & 28 @ 9:30PM, $25

Annie Ross performs every Tuesday at 9:30 PM.  Annie Ross has been an abundant contributor to the art of jazz for over 50 years. Born in the UK, she has been a permanent resident of the USA for many years and a US citizen since 2001. She is one of the pioneers of vocalese and the composer of "Twisted", one of the most well known examples of that art, as well as "Farmers Market", 'Jackie" and many others. A founding member of Lambert, Hendricks and Ross, considered the greatest jazz vocal ensemble of all time, her influence is present in all subsequent practitioners of vocalese. "Twisted" has been recorded by a host of vocalists, including some not normally associated with jazz, including Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler.

September 8 & 15, 2010 @ 7:00PM, $20

Sean Harkness

September 10, 2010 @ 9:45PM, September 12 @ 7 PM, $20

Jack Phillips will celebrate the release of his newest album 'To Whom It May Concern' with two special performances at The Metropolitan Room, on Friday, September 10th at 9:45 pm and Sunday, September 12th at 7 pm. An opening night party will immediately follow the Friday night performance. All audience members will receive a free copy of the new CD. This release marks the highly anticipated follow-up to his acclaimed debut album, Revival Time (four stars in the All Music Guide). 'To Whom It May Concern' is a more mature effort, reflecting a wisdom and style that comes with the passing of time. While his music is decidedly eclectic on the new album, Phillips' pop & rock sensibilities remain firmly in the foreground. The critics are already raving about the recording well before its official release. The album's first single "Winter Keeps Us Warm" was recently named the top pick for Iman Labadebi's column My Fave Tracks at rock nyc, beating out such notables as Scissor Sisters and Kanye West. Jack has enlisted two multiple award-winners to bring this event to life on stage: Miles Phillips will direct this project and Jason Wynn will serve as music director for a collection of some of New York's finest musicians. 

September 12, 2010 @ 4:00PM, $20

Sean Harkness 

September 14, 2010 @ 7:00PM, $20

Jane Burbank is making her "Debut" at the Metropolitan Room following a rave review for her show, "A Tribute To Queens," which she performed at The Triad Theatre for Lee Summers "Just A Piano" Concert Series. 

September 15 & 16, 2010 @ 9:30PM, $20

Lois Robbins

September 17, 18, 19, 22 & 23, 2010, $20

Liz Lark Brown METROSTAR WINNER 

September 18, 2010 @ 9:30PM, $5

Q-Talk the Queer Talk Show hosted by Joseph John,Frantz Hall,Stacey Todd Holt and Angie McKnght.

September 19, 2010 @ 4:00PM, $15

Starting when he was five years old with his dad and brothers, Bob Pagano has been singing and dancing ever since. He has performed in musical theater with the Suffolk County Theater Company, Starting Here, Starting Now, Say It With Music, Company, Rodgers and Hart-A Musical Celebration, Gershwin by George, Good Evening Stephen-Schwartz and Sondheim, A Broadway Cabaret.His NYC solo shows include, Regent Cabaret Brunch, Taking a Chance-An Evening of Song, Cabaret Brunch at Caterina's. He has also performed at two NYC benefits, Searching for Aurora-Phyllis Newman's Health Initiative, My Grownup Christmas List-Benefitting Children and Families Health Initiative.

September 22, 2010 @ 9:30 PM, $20

"Ladies Night" is an evening of song with Kimberly Reid Dunbar, Jene Hernandez and Ilene Kristen hosted by Doreen Montalvo. A Benefit For Help Is On The Way Today. Doreen Montalvo of Broadway's IN THE HEIGHTS. 

September 23, 2010 @ 9:30 PM, $20

A very special evening with Nicki Parrott bass/vocals and Musical Director John DiMartino on piano. Nicki Parrott is a world class double bassist and jazz vocalist. In addition to performing at mostof the world's top jazz festivals, Nicki has performed with such jazz greats as Randy Brecker, Skitch Henderson, Jose Feliciano, Rebecca Paris, Bucky Pizzarelli, John Pizzarelli,Dick Hyman, Patti LaBelle & the New York Pops Orchestra, DIVA, Harry Allen, Red Holloway, Mike Stern, David Krakauer, Howard Alden, Randy Sandke, Jack Wilkins, Ken Peplowski, and Johnny Varro. Nicki also performs regularly Monday nights at the Iridium Jazz Club as part of the legendary Les Paul Trio where she accompanied Les for over 10 years. For more information on Nicki Parrott, please visit her website at www.nickiparrott.com. 

September 24, 29 & 30, 2010 @ 7:30 PM, $20

During an era when there is a shortage of significant male jazz and cabaret singers, Todd Murray has emerged as a notable interpreter of standards, newer material, and his own originals. Blessed with a deep baritone voice, Todd is an intimate performer who excels on romantic ballads, swings at every tempo, and does justice to the lyrics that he sings. His recent recording, Stardust & Swing, is filled with his subtle creativity and sincere emotions. The repertoire ranges from such vintage tunes as "Dream A Little Dream Of Me," and "Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams" to his own "Patricia" and "The Girl From Waco."

September 24, 2010 @ 9:45 PM, $25

Her latest CD "The Very Thought of You," just reached #7 on U.S. Billboard's Top Jazz Chart. With three international TOP 10-selling CDs in the last five years, and a list of international performances, young Nicole Henry's pure and soulful voice continues to inspire and touch hearts worldwide. Her live concerts are captivating, combining elegance and conversational, intelligent wit that not only leaves you truly entertained, but connected to something of greater beauty. Performing the Great American Songbook, love songs, and originals, Henry's voice adds new life and richer meaning to the lyrics she sings. 

September 26, 2010 @ 7:00 PM, $25

Gabriele Tranchina - A world artist, a jazz vocalist, a creative interpreter, a heavenly sound, a woman with a unique view of music, the world, and of singing. This is just a small description of songbird Gabriele Tranchina. She brings to her music a worldview -- using music as a force for wholeness, a source of unity and energy for all. This album is the culmination of a lifetime of study, experience, exploration and experimentation. It reveals the depth of the music and the power of the artist who sings it. Collaborating with top New York musicians, Joe Vincent Tranchina (her husband) on piano,
Grammy Award Nominee Bobby Sanabria, on drums, bassist Santi Debriano and percussionist Renato Thoms, the textures of the songs on this album range from delicate and soothing to dynamic and throbbing, from intricate woven to finely spun. 

September 28, 2010 @ 7:00PM, $20

John DiPinto and Mary Foster Conklin have appeared onstage together in various guises through the years. Last year they began to experiment with vocal duets, firstin the clubs and later during the summer on a fire escape above Highline Park with the infamous Renegade Cabaret. They are proud to bring an evening of duets (more or less) to the Metropolitan Room, with Tony Romano on guitar and Skip Ward on bass.John will play accordian, when the mood strikes him, for some cool arrangements ofthe Beatles, the Foo Fighters, Alec Wilder & Fran Landesman, the Bobs, Smokey Robinson and more.

The Metropolitan Room is located on 34 West 22 (between 5th and 6th Ave.)
Reservations are strongly suggested.  Call (212) 206-0440. Each show has a 2 beverage minimum.