Birdland will kick-off their exciting month of programming with the following acts:
October 30-November 3 (Tuesday-Saturday) at 8:30PM and 11:00PM
Final week of the "Second Annual Celebration of Ron Carter" with
Ron Carter's Golden Striker Trio
Ron Carter is among the most original, prolific and influential bassists in jazz with more than 2,000 albums to his credit. Beginning his career in the 1960s with Jaki Byard and Eric Dolphy, Cannonball Adderley, and a five year stint with the Miles Davis' Quintet, Ron also performed and recorded with notables including Bill Evans, B.B. King, and Dexter Gordon. Ron Carter's various ensembles, big band to trio, feature a who's who of the finest players on the NYC scene. The Golden Striker Trio includes Ron Carter with Russell Malone (guitar) and Donald Vega (piano).
All tickets $30-40, $10 food/drink minimum
November 1 (Thursday) at 5:30PM
Margi has built a reputation for authenticity and excellence on the New York jazz scene since 2012. As far back as she can remember, Margaret "Margi" Gianquinto, listened lovingly and felt a strong connection to music from America's Golden Age: from Tin Pan Alley, Broadway and Old Hollywood. She has a unique versatility...equally at home in a jazz club, cabaret room, playing for swing or ballroom dancers, singing two, three or four part harmony in a folk or jazz setting. Her sultry style, which many describe as "vintage," and "transportive" is reminiscent of an earlier era when those marvelous big band singers and gifted vocalists sang the music of Berlin, Gershwin, Porter, Arlen and Rodgers & Hart.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 1-3 (Thursday-Saturday) at 7:00PM
Christina Bianco Life of the Party at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to announce that Christina Bianco, "the girl of a thousand voices," will perform an intimate concert of fan favorites, audience requests, and preview tracks from the record, covering a myriad of styles and genres. There will also be diva trivia (for prizes), guest artists and more surprises each night! Brian Nash leads Christina's rocking 'Everyman Band' to bring you rapid-fire, spot-on impressions, soaring vocals and unlikely interpretations of beloved classic songs. "Life Of The Party" is a not-to-be-missed celebration the whole family can enjoy.
All tickets $20-30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 2-3 (Friday-Saturday) at 9:45PM
Constantine Maroulis at the Birdland Theater
The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to announce that singer/actor Constantine Maroulis will perform an intimate evening of originals, Broadway favorites and stripped-down rock & roll classics like you've never heard them before at his first Birdland solo outing.
All tickets $30-40, $10 food/drink minimum
November 4 (Sunday) at 6:00PM
New York Hot Jazz Camp presents: the Faculty All-Stars
Join these all-star musicians as the heat up the Birdland stage to support scholarships for the New York Hot Jazz Camp at Greenwich House Music School. Sit back and enjoy versions of the classic favorites inspired by jazz greats such as Bessie Smith, Fats Waller, Louis Armstrong and others. The all-stars include Catherine Russell on vocals, Jon-Erik Kellso on trumpet, Evan Christopher on clarinet, Dion Tucker on trombone, Dalton Ridenhour on piano, Nick Russo on guitar, Jared Engel on bass and Rob Garcia on drums.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 4 (Sunday) at 7:30PM
New York: Big City Songbook - Featuring Klea Blackhurst, LaTanya Hall and Nicolas King at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to announce that "New York: Big City Songbook," will be on the stage on Sunday, November 4 and Sunday, November 25 at 7:30pm. The show stars Birdland favorites Klea Blackhurst, LaTanya Hall and Nicolas King.
All tickets $30-75, $10 food/drink minimum
November 5 (Monday) at 7:00PM
Charles Calello
The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to announce that musical arranger Charles Calello will perform in concert. From Frankie Valli to Frank Sinatra, Neil Diamond to Barbra Streisand - 101 Billboard chart hits; 15 Grammy Award nominations; Vocal Group Hall of Fame Inductee (as a Four Season), former member of the Four Seasons and music arranger for most of the group's top ten hits, Charles Calello will take the audience on a tour that mingles highlights of his career with some musical memories and a vast legacy of Top 10 recordings.
All tickets $30-50, $10 food/drink minimum
November 5 (Monday) at 8:30PM
Ariana DeBose at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to announce that Broadway singer/dancer Ariana DeBose will make her Birdland debut with Addicted to Love! Ariana will be joined by musical director Victoria Theodore who has traveled around the world playing for Stevie Wonder & Beyoncé (FORMATION Tour). She will also be joined by Sherisse Rogers (bass), Rosa Avila (drums) and special guests Mairie Dorman Phanuef (cello) and Benjamin Rahuala (keys).
All tickets $20-60, $10 food/drink minimum
November 6-7 (Wednesday-Thursday) at 7:00PM
Debbie Gravitte at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to welcome back Tony Award Winner Debbie Gravitte to the stage with her six-piece band led by Russell Kassoff swing through some of the great songs from Broadway at the Great American Songbook.
All tickets $30-50, $10 food/drink minimum
November 6-11 (Tuesday-Sunday) at 8:30PM and 11:00PM
Django Reinhardt Festival Dorado Schmitt, Samson & Amati Schmitt, Pierre Blanchard & Ludovic Beier
The Django Reinhardt NY Festival continues at Birdland for the 19th successful year, Nov. 6-11.
Legendary gypsy great Dorado Schmitt from the Alsace region of France returns with the joy of playing alongside his two sons Samson & Amati, guitar virtuosos of the style. Dorado turns more and more to violin, taught to him by his father as in the gypsy tradition and is passing the torch. The Band is 'on fire', ripping thru hot swinging numbers and will break your heart with a ballad, influenced musically by the top French Jazz violinist Stephane Grappelli as well as America's Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong.
All tickets $50, $10 food/drink minimum
November 6 (Tuesday) at 9:30PM
Susie Mosher at the Birdland Theater
The Lineup with Susie Mosher is a wild, anything-goes variety show featuring entertainers from the Broadway, cabaret and comedy scenes. Actress/singer Mosher hosts the spontaneous extravaganza at 9:30pm on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
All tickets $15-25, $10 food/drink minimum
November 7 (Wednesday) at 9:45PM
BariToned at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to announce that the vocal trio BariToned will perform their show "I Hate Men," a tribute to the strong women of musical theater. Starring Edward Miskie, Joe Hager and Kyle Hines with arrangements by Dan Pardo, and choreography by Brooke Martino, "I Hate Men" is a comical vocal romp celebrating the fabulous gals of Broadway musicals. Featuring custom mash-ups of favorite Broadway songs such as "Bring On The Men," "Always True To You," "Wash That Man Right Out Of My Hair," "That'll Show Him," and many more, "I Hate Men" will leave audiences delirious from a show-tune high.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 8 (Thursday) at 5:30PM
With an impeccably tuned and colorful voice, Denise covers a broad range of styles, from Popular Brazilian Music (MPB) to World Music and Jazz. A truly gifted stylist, one of Denise's unique techniques is her ability to reproduce the sound of a trumpet with her voice! This amazing artistic characteristic, combined with her singing voice and beautiful guitar playing has opened many doors, resulting in several invitations to perform all over the world.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 8 (Thursday) at 7:00PM and 9:45PM
Karrin Allyson at the Birdland Theater
Vocalist and pianist Karrin Allyson, "brings a timbre that is part ice and part grain... incisive, original and emotionally convincing." (Village Voice) Karrin has explored a wide range of material throughout her career from standards, pop songs, blues, and Bossa Nova to a self-produced album of holiday songs. Her recent recording and Motema Records debut, "Many a New Day, Karrin Allyson Sings Rodgers & Hammerstein," was GRAMMY nominated for Best Jazz Vocal Album.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 9-10 (Friday-Saturday) at 7:00PM and 9:45PM
Lucky Peterson & The Organization featuring Tamara Tremell at the Birdland Theater
Born in 1964, Buffalo native Judge Kenneth "Lucky" Peterson's earliest musical memories were formed at his bluesman father James Peterson's Buffalo Blues club, Governor's Inn, which hosted all the local stars as well as those passing through - bluesmen Willie Dixon heard five-year-old Lucky and mentored him in the blues tradition. Later, Peterson performed on The Tonight Show, The Ed Sullivan Show, and What's My Line?, before forming his own groups, recording blues hits, and performing throughout the world.
All tickets $20-30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 11 (Sunday) at 6:00PM
Brandi Disterheft
Bassist, singer, composer, Brandi Disterheft, has been under the apprenticeship of Miles Davis' bassist, Ron Carter, since she relocated to NYC from Vancouver. It's not only her fiery bass playing that make audiences stand-up and holler, but also her innovative live shows as she sings in both English and French showcasing her ambient and dreamy voice. Winning a JUNO for her "Debut" album, Brandi had the honor of recording with the legendary Hank Jones & Oliver Jones on the album "Pleased to Meet You" and has since performed at some of the world's most prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall and the Vienna Opera House. Along with her regular residency at NYC jazz venue Fine and Rare - 2017 also saw Brandi performing at the Festival International de Jazz de Montreal, the Vail Jazz Festival in Colorado, as well as engagements in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and China.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 12 (Monday) at 7:00PM
The Broadway at Birdland concert series is happy to announce that Aisha de Haas will appear on the historic stage. Broadway, jazz, rock and soul: a combo platter of these genres molded Aisha de Haas into the singer she is today. This concert, called "The Music That Makes Me Dance," will include material by Lena Horne, The Beatles, Harold Arlen, and Bonnie Raitt.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 12-13 (Monday at 8:30PM and Tuesday at 7:00PM)
Carole J. Bufford at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to present singer Carole J. Bufford in "All By Myself." Carole J. Bufford will return to the Birdland stage with a concert featuring songs from her first solo album, "All By Myself." With an eclectic repertoire ranging from Irving Berlin to Bessie Smith to The Beatles, "All By Myself" highlights Carole's innate ability to perform fresh, engaging takes on vintage pop and blues. With her powerhouse vocals and versatile talent, Bufford's material explores the concept of going it alone, whether by choice or not.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 13-17 (Tuesday-Saturday) at 8:30PM and 11:00PM
Joe Lovano Nonet Plus "Streams of Expression"
With rich, expansive charts written by long-time Cleveland veteran Willie Smith, critically acclaimed, multiple GRAMMY Award winning saxophonist Joe Lovano leads four saxophones, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, and drums through classic bebop tunes and standards, evoking the spirits of Tadd Dameron, Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, and Charlie Parker. Like his other ensembles, Joe Lovano's Nonet hews close to tradition but updates it effectively, reveling in the collective camaraderie of a smallish ensemble that projects all the harmonic opulence of a big band.
All tickets $30-40, $10 food/drink minimum
November 13 (Tuesday) at 9:45PM
Daniel Block at the Birdland Theater
Neal "Sugar" Caine is one of the premier jazz bassist on the scene today. His dynamic style is punctuated by a huge sound, a great feel, and masterful technique that have made him the chosen bassist to an array of stars, from Harry Connick, Jr. and Diana Krall, to the venerable jazz legends Betty Carter and Elvin Jones. A dual resident of New York City and New Orleans, this St. Louis native has delighted audiences worldwide since he began touring internationally at age 19 with the Delfeayo Marsalis Quintet.
All tickets $20-30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 14 (Wednesday) at 7:00PM and 9:45PM
So In Love: In Honor of Marin Mazzie at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to announce So in Love: A Benefit Concert for the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance, In Honor of Marin Mazzie. The musical event, inspired by one of Broadway's most beautiful and beloved leading ladies, Marin Mazzie, will star Kelli Rabke (Joseph, Les Miserable, Children of Eden), Todd Buonopane (Spelling Bee, On the 20th Century), Brian Charles Rooney (Pal Joey), Dara Paige Bloomfield (Ragtime), Rachel Zatcoff (Phantom of The Opera, Fiddler), Maggie Hollinbeck (Once), Adam B. Shapiro (Fiddler on the Roof), Sean Patrick Murtagh, Carly Ozard, Christian Sineath, and Les Grant. (Performers subject to change.) Musical director for the event will be Garret Taylor.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 15 (Thursday) at 5:30PM
Donald Vega Quintet "It's Time"
Donald Vega was trained classically in piano in his native Nicaragua. He emigrated to the United States at age 14 and found a musical home with the Colburn School of Performing Arts. He began his studies there in classical piano with Teresa de Jong Pombo and Dr. Louis Lepley. Vega began learning the language of jazz from mentor Billy Higgins at The World Stage and continued at CSPA with Jeffrey Lavner, then later with bassist John Clayton at the University of Southern California. He went on to graduate from Manhattan School of Music and The Juilliard School where he studied with piano great, Kenny Barron. Vega currently performs internationally as the pianist for world renowned bassist Ron Carter's Golden Striker Trio. Mr. Vega also sits on the board of BackCountry Jazz, a non-profit organization which provides music education programs and performances to under privileged youth.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 15 (Thursday) at 7:00PM
"The Word At Birdland" A Conversation With Budd Mishkin, Wynton Marsalis and Ruben Blades at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to announce that journalist Budd Mishkin will be interviewing musicians Wynton Marsalis and Ruben Blades in an intimate and compelling conversation on Thursday, November 15 at 7pm. The evening will include questions and interaction with the live audience.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 15 (Thursday) at 9:45PM
Queering the Stage: Introducing Ring of Keys at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to present Queering The Stage: Introducing Ring of Keys, is making its Birdland debut. The national network of queer women+, trans, and gender non-conforming professional artists working on and offstage in musical theatre. Queering The Stage is a celebration of Ring of Keys Members - aka "Keys" - and their work. Audiences can expect to hear gender identity and sexuality norms turned on their heads - queering songs, characters, and the stage! Backed by a 3-piece band, Queering The Stage is an opportunity to create visibility at the intersection of gender identity, sexuality, and musical theatre. Ring of Keys strives to kick (ball-change) the closet door open to create a vibrant, diverse musical theatre landscape for the future.
All tickets $20-30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 16-17 (Friday-Saturday) at 7:00PM
"A Little Old, A Little New" Choreographed by Luke Hickey at the Birdland Theater
A high-energy evening of Tap Dance, featuring a wide variety of music ranging from the sophistication of Jazz music in the 1930's to the finesse and attack of Hip Hop in present day. "A Little Old, A Little New" will be performed by John Manzari, Andre Imanishi, and Luke Hickey. This percussive dance review is choreographed and directed by Luke Hickey, and accompanied by the sensational Davis Whitfield and his trio, Maniacs of the 4th Dimension. This is a tribute to the Jazz legends who have shaped us all.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 16 (Friday) at 9:30PM
Carmen Ruby Floyd in Well Hello, Carmen! at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to present Carmen Ruby Floyd in Well Hello, Carmen! Drawing from her extensive resume of Tony Award-winning musicals such as After Midnight, The Gershwin's Porgy & Bess, and now, Hello, Dolly!, Ms. Floyd's show will include her love of jazz, soul, R&B, classical and contemporary theatre. Well Hello, Carmen! will cover Ms. Floyd's theatrical journey starting as a young girl from Buffalo in the Toronto company of Disney's The Lion King, through her off-Broadway and television appearances, and ultimately to the bright lights of Broadway!
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 17 (Saturday) at 9:45PM
Victoria Shaw at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to announce that singer/songwriter Victoria Shaw will host another "Under The Covers." Hosted by award winning songwriter Victoria Shaw, "Under The Covers" has become a favorite recurring highlight at Birdland, featuring a wide variety of top-selling songwriters and musical acts from across the pop, rock and country worlds, and offering intimate acoustic performances of huge hit songs - along with the little-known stories behind them. Victoria's very special guests will be Steve Dorff and Roger Cook.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 18 (Sunday) at 6:00PM
John Bailey: "In Real Time"
The opening trumpet fanfare of John Bailey's debut album In Real Time heralds the arrival of a major, fully formed talent. Yet Bailey is no newcomer to jazz: this is his first album as a leader after more than 30 years as one of the busiest sidemen in the business. Known as one of the most eclectic trumpet players in New York City, Bailey is an in-demand musician and teaching artist on call for everything from traditional jazz, to R&B and pop, to classical.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 19 (Monday) at 7:00PM
Telly Leung "Sing Happy"
The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to announce that Aladdin star Telly Leung will perform his new concert, "Sing Happy." Currently starring as the title role in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway, Telly Leung (Allegiance, Godspell, Rent, "Glee") returns to the Birdland stage with some of Broadway's best musicians to premiere his brand new solo show, "Sing Happy." This eclectic evening of music will follow the musical journey that has led him from Brooklyn to Broadway, taking an intimate and revealing look at the ups and downs of what it takes to be a professional singer - from joyful Broadway openings to a career-threatening event that almost ended it all. Music direction by Gary Adler (Alterboyz). Directed by Alan Muraoka ("Sesame Street," Pacific Overtures, Miss Saigon).
All tickets $30-45, $10 food/drink minimum
November 19 (Monday) at 8:30PM
Amanda Green and Friends at the Birdland Theater
The Birdland Theater is proud to have two-time Tony-nominated Broadway songwriter and award-winning performer Amanda Green in residence with her monthly show. Amanda brings her own exuberant wit and hilarious banter in an evening of her funny and moving songs, including special previews of her up and coming shows. On November 19, Amanda's guests will be Ariana DeBose, Kelli Barrett and Nancy Opel, with more guests TBA. Musical director will be Matt Gallagher.
All tickets $25-35, $10 food/drink minimum
November 20 (Tuesday) at 7:00PM
Stephanie Nakasian at the Birdland Theater
Known as one of the world's leading jazz singers, Stephanie Nakasian will take you on a fantasy swing voyage, which transcends the Great Ladies of Song in both tribute and originality. Capturing hearts with her extensive repertoire, reaching from Jazz to Broadway, Stephanie creates an atmosphere of romance and excitement that will transport you to another place and time.
All tickets $30-40, $10 food/drink minimum
November 20-24 (Tuesday-Saturday) at 8:30PM and 11:00PM
Veronica Swift and Emmet Cohen Trio
At just 23 years of age Veronica Swift is being recognized as one of the top young singers in jazz. The child of jazz vocalist Stephanie Nakasian and the late bebop pianist Hod O'Brien, Veronica has already appeared at Lincoln Center, Telluride Jazz Festival, Blues Alley, The Jazz Cruise, and Birdland, performing with Jon Hendricks, Annie Ross, Esperanza Spalding, Joe Lovano, Bob Dorough, Paquito d'Rivera, and other established jazz artists.
All tickets $30-40, $10 food/drink minimum
November 20 (Tuesday) at 9:30PM
Susie Mosher at the Birdland Theater
The Lineup with Susie Mosher is a wild, anything-goes variety show featuring entertainers from the Broadway, cabaret and comedy scenes. Actress/singer Mosher hosts the spontaneous extravaganza at 9:30pm on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
All tickets $15-25, $10 food/drink minimum
November 21-24 (Wednesday-Saturday) at 7:00PM
Carol Sloane "Still Autumn in New York" at the Birdland Theater
The Birdland Theater is proud to announce that iconic jazz singer Carol Sloane will be returning with a four-night run of "Still Autumn in New York."
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 23-24 (Friday-Saturday) at 9:45PM
Chad Lefkowitz-Brown at the Birdland Theater
Hailed as a "sax phenom" by The New York Daily News, Chad Lefkowitz-Brown is one of the first prominent jazz musicians to emerge out of the millennial generation. He has toured globally as a soloist, and with numerous jazz artists and pop icons ranging from Arturo O'Farrill to Taylor Swift. Chad is also a member of the multi-Grammy award winning Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra, and he is on faculty at the San Francisco Conservatory as a visiting artist. Downbeat Magazine selected his latest release, "Onward" as an Editor's Pick for 2017, commending his "technical abilities that mask the difficulty of his wondrously intricate lines."
All tickets $20-30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 25 (Sunday) at 6:00PM
Ken Peplowski Big Band
Ken Peplowski has recorded approximately 50 CDs as a soloist, and close to 400 as a sideman - some of the artists he's performed/recorded with include Charlie Byrd, Mel Torme, Rosemary Clooney, Erich Kunzel and the Cincinnati Pops, Hank Jones, Peggy Lee, Bill Charlap, Woody Allen, Benny Goodman, and Madonna. He travels at least half of every year, playing clubs, concert halls, colleges, and pops concerts.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 25 (Sunday) at 7:30PM
New York: Big City Songbook - Featuring Klea Blackhurst, LaTanya Hall and Nicolas King at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to announce that "New York: Big City Songbook," will be on the stage, starring Birdland favorites Klea Blackhurst, LaTanya Hall and Nicolas King.
All tickets $30-75, $10 food/drink minimum
November 26 (Monday) at 7:00PM
The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to announce that newest Broadway sensation Bonnie Milligan will be making her solo debut. Bonnie Milligan, who opened to rave reviews in her Broadway debut in Head Over Heels will bring her impeccable comic timing and the most talked about belt in the city to blow the roof off of the iconic music room.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 27 (Tuesday) at 7:00PM and 9:45PM
Rex Reed at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to announce that film/theater critic Rex Reed will be holding court on the new stage. Rex Reed is perhaps best known as a film and theater critic, but people who know him are well aware of his first love--classic songs from the Great American Song Book, the men who wrote them, and the stars who played and sang them first. Yes, he sings, too!
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
November 27-December 1 (Tuesday-Saturday) at 8:30PM and 11:00PM
Discovered by legendary record executive Clive Davis, Curtis Stigers debut album sold over 1.5 million copies worldwide on the strength of self-penned hit singles like "I Wonder Why," "You're All That Matters to Me," and "Never Saw a Miracle." A year later, Stigers cover of Nick Lowe's "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace Love and Understanding" for The Bodyguard Soundtrack sold over 40 million copies worldwide. Further collaborations with Carole King, Al Green, Shawn Colvin, Eric Clapton, Elton John, Bonnie Raitt, and Rod Stewart - as well as multiple appearances on The Tonight Show, David Letterman, The Today Show, etc. - put Stigers directly in the spotlight of popular culture. With One More for the Road and Hooray For Love, his latest releases for the Concord Jazz label, Stigers continues to fulfill a promise made to a younger version of himself: a commitment to artistic growth, and to bringing new tunes to the Great American Songbook.
All tickets $40, $10 food/drink minimum
November 28-December 1 (Wednesday-Saturday) at 7:00PM
David and the Bombshells at the Birdland Theater
Birdland Theater is proud to announce the return of David & The Bombshells (Tiffany Dissette, Heather Lundstedt O'Neill and Leah Sprecher and their trusty band leader/arranger David Lamoureux) by popular demand! They were created in 2016 by three ladies and one fella looking to bring the musicality, sentiments and novelty of vintage female trio acts to modern audiences today. By blending Top 40 hits with the tight harmonies made famous by the Andrews Sisters, they bridge the gap between old and new, bringing joy to both young and more seasoned audiences. All of their arrangements are completely original and present songs you've heard a million times on the radio in a brand new way.
All tickets $30, $10 food/drink minimum
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