Bay Area Teens to Join Michael Feinstein in Concert at Feinstein's at the Nikko

Three local high school students will join multi-platinum selling, five-time Grammy-nominated entertainer Michael Feinstein in performance at Feinstein's at the Nikko in San Francisco on October 7-10. The young singers were national finalists in the 2015 Great American Songbook Academy, sponsored by the Great American Songbook Foundation.

Michael Feinstein founded the Great American Songbook Foundation in 2007 in order to preserve, promote, and perpetuate the music of the Great American Songbook to future generations. The work of the Songbook Foundation includes educational programming, a reference library, archive and gallery, the Great American Songbook Hall of Fame, and the annual high school Songbook Academy.

"I created the Songbook Academy to foster young artists who have an interest in the American Songbook, which includes the music of classic Broadway, Jazz standards, and popular music. Through this program, we are reaching a new generation to teach the music of the American Songbook and the history that inspired and influenced its composers," said Michael Feinstein, founder of the program and the organization called the Great American Songbook Foundation.

Cate Hayman, of Mill Valley, was named Songbook Inspiration Award winner at the 2015 Songbook Academy. Cate performs locally with the American Conservatory Theatre and can be seen in their upcoming ACT Cabaret season. Cate will join Michael Feinstein at the Nikko on October 7.

Joshua Tazman is a young jazz vocalist and singer/songwriter from San Francisco. He currently sings with the Berkeley Jazz school Advanced High School Jazz Workshop and the SFJAZZ High School All-Star Orchestra. Joshua recently released his debut EP of original songs. Joshua will join Michael Feinstein at the Nikko on October 8. www.JoshuaTazman.com

Logan Rains, of San Ramon, is a senior in high school. He performs with regional musical theatre company, Stars2000, and has studied vocal performance with the Berkeley Jazz School. Logan will join Michael Feinstein at the Nikko on October 9.

About Michael Feinstein

Michael Feinstein, the multi-platinum-selling, two-time Emmy and five-time Grammy Award-nominated entertainer dubbed "The Ambassador of the Great American Songbook," is considered one of the premier interpreters of American standards. His 200-plus shows a year have included performances at Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House and the Hollywood Bowl as well as the White House and Buckingham Palace. Feinstein's work has received national recognition for his commitment to celebrating America's popular song and preserving its legacy for the next generation. He founded the Great American Songbook Foundation in 2007. Feinstein also serves as Artistic Director of the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel, Indiana, which opened in January 2011.

The Great American Songbook Foundation

Michael Feinstein founded the Great American Songbook Foundation in 2007 in order to preserve, promote, and perpetuate the music of the Great American Songbook. The mission of the Foundation is to inspire and educate by celebrating the Great American Songbook. The work of the Foundation includes:

• High School Songbook Academy

• Educational programming

• Library, Archives, and Gallery Exhibits

• Great American Songbook Hall of Fame

To learn more, visit: www.TheSongbook.org

Feinstein's at the Nikko

Feinstein's at the Nikko is a timeless 140 seat nightclub on the lobby level of Hotel Nikko in San Francisco's union Square in which the audience sits in a cabaret setting and is up close and personal with the best local and national talent from a variety of musical genres including Broadway, jazz and pop, creating a personal musical experience for our guests. Feinstein's at the Nikko is generally suitable for all ages; however, some performances may contain adult themes so parental guidance is always recommended when buying tickets for minors.

The showroom is operated in partnership with multi-platinum, Emmy and Grammy Award nominated entertainer Michael Feinstein, who is known as the Ambassador of the Great American Songbook.

More information: www.TheSongbook.org

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