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Liz Whitted Dawson Jazztet

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WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY, 4321 DEGNAN BLVD, LOS ANGELES

Join Liz Whitted Dawson and the Jazztet for a memorable Evening of Peace and Jazz -Our "NO GREATER LOVE" tour at the Iconic Los Angeles, Leimert Park, WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY for one Night, May 16, 2026 @ 8:30 pm. Doors open at 8:00 pm. Liz, Robert Turner on Piano; Michael Alvidrez, Bass, Randal Fisher, Sax/Flute and Rayford Griffin, Drums will bring the Energy of Liz's original music, some Jazz standards with our Bebop, Funk, Arrangements to spread more Joy and Harmonizing Good through the Universe. Tickets on Sale Now: $25, Free Parking and Entrance in Rear

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Liz Whitted Dawson Jazztet - WATERS OF MY LIFE - WORLD PREMIERE - LIVE @ THE WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY, LOS ANGELES, CA - LEIMERT PARK - Liz Whitted Dawson: Vocals; Robert Turner, Piano; Michael Alvidrez: Bass; Randal Fisher: Sax/Flute; Rayford Griffin: Drums Tickets: $25

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May6

Waters of My Life - Experiential Jazz Salon - Community Gathering - RUTH'S TABLE

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RUTH'S TABLE, 3160 21st Street, SAN FRANCISCO

Waters of My Life - Liz Whitted Dawson Jazztet - community gathering presentation during the San Francisco International Arts Festival (SFIAF) - in partnership with Ruth's Table, non profit multi-disciplinary arts committed to increasing access to creative opportunities for older adults and adults with disabilities.

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WORLD STAGE CONCERT IN PERSON

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WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY, 4321 DEGNAN BLVD, LOS ANGELES

LIZ WHITTED DAWSON JAZZTET returns home to THE WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY in 2023. Presenting the Best Live Jazz in Los Angeles, Showcasing upcoming live album with original ballad-Day by the Bay (in LA), That's All in half time featuring the Jazztet... Kevin Toney, piano/Music Director; Michael Alvidrez, bass; Randal Fisher, tenor sax and Rayford Griffin, drums.... We're bringing old, new...some standards with a modern twist ... Come join us on this Jazz journey at "THE STAGE" ...Live Audience now welcome along with dedicated Livestream.... Parking in the rear lot. 1 HOUR LIVE AND LIVE STREAMED CONCERT. Join us in the cultural Mecca, Leimert Park....Black African Diaspora of LA at The World Stage (32 Years and still Here)...Concert Series funded in part by the Guess Foundation

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THE WORLD STAGE LIVESTREAM CONCERT-LIZ WHITTED DAWSON JAZZTET

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WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY, 4321 DEGNAN BLVD, LOS ANGELES

LIVESTREAM OF FRIDAY CONCERT - LIZ WHITTED DAWSON JAZZTET returns home to THE WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY in 2023. $10 - LIVESTREAM LINK (https://viewstub.com/Vocalist-Liz-Whitted-Dawson) Presenting the Best Live Jazz in Los Angeles, Showcasing upcoming live album with original ballad-Day by the Bay (in LA), That's All in half time featuring the Jazztet... Kevin Toney, piano/Music Director; Michael Alvidrez, bass; Randal Fisher, tenor sax and Rayford Griffin, drums.... We're bringing old, new...some standards with a modern twist ... Come join us on this Jazz journey at "THE STAGE" ...Live Audience now welcome along with dedicated Livestream.... Parking in the rear lot. 1 HOUR LIVE AND LIVE STREAMED CONCERT. Join us in the cultural Mecca, Leimert Park....Black African Diaspora of LA at The World Stage (32 Years and still Here)...Concert Series funded in part by the Guess Foundation

$10 LIVESTREAM

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Jan7

LIZ WHITTED DAWSON JAZZTET comes home to THE WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY after a four year Hiatus. Presenting Live Jazz in Los Angeles, "JAZZ IN THE TIME OF CORONA ROAD TOUR" - 3rd engagement of 2022 - Showcasing upcoming live album with the late Howlett Smith's originals Does Anybody Still Remember and Thank you for Loving Me...as well as Chitlins in the Whitehouse. We are kicking off the New Year with Laughter, Love, Joy and Sweet Music as we honor those who have passed on during this Corona time and inspire the Living. Joining me with two time Grammy nominee, Kevin Toney, Piano (Music Director); Randal Fisher, Sax/Flute; Michael Alvidrez, Bass; and Ranzel Randy Merritt, Sr. Percussionist/Drummer. Set up for Social Distancing and COVID-19 protocols. Parking in the rear lot. 1 HOUR LIVE AND LIVE STREAMED CONCERT. See You Soon!!!
Artists Funded in part by South Arts JAZZ ROAD TOURS program

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Jan5

SPECIAL EVENT: LIZ WHITTED DAWSON JAZZTET unplugged/acoustic playing Live Jazz rare afternoon set at Fingersnaps Media Arts in San Francisco. "JAZZ IN THE TIME OF CORONA ROAD TOUR" - 2nd engagement of 2022 - Showcasing upcoming live album with such favorites as Day by the Bay, There is No Greater Love, and Chitlins in the Whitehouse. We are kicking off the New Year with Laughter, Love, Joy and Sweet Music as we honor those who have passed on during this Corona time and inspire the Living. This Experiential Concert acoustic live performance audience, will attract new listeners and a few old to this unique space. Joining me Kevin Toney, Piano (Music Director); Randal Fisher Sax/Flute and Michael Alvidrez, Bass from 3:00-4:00 pm... Set up for Social Distancing and COVID-19 protocols.

Donations accepted for this Special Offering Funded in part by South Arts JAZZ ROAD TOURS program

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SPECIAL EVENT: LIZ WHITTED DAWSON JAZZTET Live Jazz at Geoffrey's Inner Circle in Oakland. "JAZZ IN THE TIME OF CORONA JAZZ ROAD TOURS" - First engagement of 2022 - Showcasing upcoming live album with such favorites as Chitlins in the Whitehouse, That's All and People Make the World Go Round.

2 SETS 6PM & 8:30 PM EVENTBRITE 6:00 https://1oaklizwhitteddawson.eventbrite.com 8:30 https://lizwhitteddawsonjazzcorona.eventbrite.com We are kicking off the New Year with Laughter, Love, Joy and Sweet Music as we honor those who have passed on during this Corona time and inspire the Living. Joining Liz with Yancie Taylor on vibes; Kevin Toney, Piano (Music Director); Randal Fisher, Sax/flute; Michael Alvidrez, Bass; and Ranzel Randy Merritt, Sr, drums. ...Come Early - Bring your Friends and Family for the best Jazz in the Bay Area. Tickets: $20 Enjoy a Soul Food Dinner for $15, Set up for Social Distancing and COVID-19 protocols. Elevator on Franklin Street Entry. Parking across the street at Douglas Parking Lot. See You Soon!!!

$20.00 Cover & $15 Soul Food Dinner

Funded in part by South Arts JAZZ ROAD TOURS program

$20

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Oct7

YANCIE TAYLOR'S SUNDAY JAZZ CONCERT & JAM SESSION

GEOFFREY'S INNER CIRCLE, 410 14th Street, Oakland, CA

Come Join Yancie Taylor's Jazztet with me, Liz Whitted Dawson as Guest Vocalist playing down Live Jazz at Geoffrey's Inner Circle in Oakland.  Showcasing the Autumn Suite with such favorites as The Autumn Leaves and Tis Autumn, we settling into the Fall season with Love, Joy and Sweet Music. Joining me are Yancie Taylor (our Music Director/Jazztet Leader) on vibes; Glen Pearson, Piano; Dr. James Bailey, horns/flute; Pierre Archain, Bass; and Rob Rhodes, drums. Bring your axe for the Jam Session from 7:30-8:30 pm...Come Early - only 8 Sign Ups. Bring your Friends and Family for the best Jazz in the Bay Area. Elevator on Franklin Street Entry. Parking across the street as t Douglas Parking Lot. See You Soon!!!    

$10.00 Cover & $10 Soul Food Dinner

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May27

SUNDAY JAZZ @ GEOFFREY'S - CONCERT & JAM SESSION

GEOFFREY'S INNER CIRCLE, 410 14th Street, Oakland, CA

Join me for a great Night of LIVE JAZZ as we celebrate Memorial Day in style at the Bay Area's greatest venue, GEOFFREY'S INNER CIRCLE.  I'll be joined by none other than The Professor Glen Pearson on piano, Mark "Hashima" William's, bass; Ranzel "Randy" Merrott, Sr on drums and Dr. James Bailey, horns. First Set 6-7 pm...come early and get your best seat or contact Geoffrey for your reserved section at (510) 839-4644. Second Set 9-10 pm for the Night Owls Jam Session 7:30-8:30 experience some of the Best Artists in the Bay. You never know who'll stop by and sit in. Gemini and Belated Taurus Birthdays...Come on out and celebrate with the hippest Beautiful People in the Bay Area.    

$10.00 Cover & $10 Soul Food Dinner

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Jan14

YANCIE TAYLOR'S SUNDAY JAZZ CONCERT & JAM SESSION

GEOFFREY'S INNER CIRCLE, 410 14th Street, Oakland, CA

DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR HOLIDAY celebration in the Bay Area's most happening Jazz venue, Geoffrey's Inner Circle.  Come join me giving Thanks and honoring MLK and our original artform/musical treasure "JAZZ".  We will be serving up great music with Yancie Taylor's Jazztet (Yancie Taylor, Vibes; Glen Pearson, Piano; Rob Rhodes, Sr. Drums; Aaron Germain, Bass; James Bailey, Horns) at the renown Geoffrey's Inner Circle, Oakland, CA. Good Music, Beautiful People and Great Soul Food.... All for $20 ($10 entry, $10 Soul Food dinner). 2nd Floor, Elevator access: Franklin Street (white curtain entrance), Parking Lot - Franklin Street across from Geoffrey's East Side (Douglas Parking) I'm looking forward to Seeing You on SUNDAY, JANUARY 14, 2018 @ 6 PM Celebrating with all the Capricorns  

$10 Cover & $10 Soul Food Dinner

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Nov19

YANCIE TAYLOR'S SUNDAY JAZZ CONCERT & JAM SESSION

GEOFFREY'S INNER CIRCLE, 410 14th Street, Oakland, CA

PRE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY celebration in the Bay Area's most happening Jazz venue.  Come join me giving Thanks and honoring our national artform and musical treasure "JAZZ".  Will be serving up great music with Yancie Taylor's Jazztet (Yancie Taylor, Vibes; Glen Pearson, Piano; Ranzel Merritt, Sr. Drums; Hashima Mark Williams, Bass; James Bailey, Horns) at the renown Geoffrey's Inner Circle, Oakland, CA.. Good Music, Beautiful People and Great Soul Food.... All for $20 ($10 entry, $10 Soul Food dinner). 2nd Floor, Elevator access: Franklin Street (white curtain entrance), Parking Lot - Franklin Street across from Geoffrey's East Side (Douglas Parking)      

$10 Cover & $10 Soul Food Dinner

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Sep3

YANCIE TAYLOR'S SUNDAY JAZZ CONCERT & JAM SESSION

GEOFFREY'S INNER CIRCLE, 410 14TH STREET, OAKLAND, CA

LABOR DAY HOLIDAY celebration in the Bay Area's most happening Jazz venue.  Come join me as we say goodbye to SUMMER 2017 and welcome in AUTUMN by honoring our national artform and musical treasure "JAZZ".  Will be serving up great music with Yancie Taylor's Jazztet at the renown Geoffrey's Inner Circle, Oakland, CA.. Good Music, Beautiful People and Great Soul Food.... All for $20 ($10 entry, $10 Soul Food dinner)

$10 Admission & $10 Soul Food Dinner

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Sep2

Liz Whitted-Dawson and Jazztet "FRUITS OF LABOR"

THE WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY, 4321 DEGNAN BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA

Celebrate the LABOR DAY HOLIDAY at world renown, THE WORLD STAGE (TWS) Performance Gallery in the cultural mecca of Leimert Park Village. Liz Whitted-Dawson, Song Muse, will be celebrating with her "THE FRUITS OF LABOR" performance and Jazztet: Earl "Big Juicy" Johnson, Music Director & Piano; James Leary, Bass; Sal Crocker, Horns. We will be Kicking off the FALL/AUTUMN season and giving thanks for SUMMER 2017. Come join me as we honor our national art form and musical treasure "JAZZ" by serving up great LIVE music at the TWS. This cultural hub for artists was founded more than 25 years ago in the heart of Los Angeles' African American community by the late world-renowned master jazz drummer Billy Higgins and by poet and community activist, Kamau Daaood.  The World Stage has grown to play a pioneering and pivotal role in LA's music and art landscape. You don't want to miss being in the Southland's most happening Jazz venue. .. Good Music, Beautiful People and Great Soulship .... All for $20 See you There!!!

$20

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May28

YANCIE TAYLOR'S SUNDAY JAZZ CONCERT & JAM SESSION

GEOFFREY'S INNER CIRCLE, 410 4TH STREET, OAKLAND, CA

MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY celebration in the Bay Area's most happening Jazz venue.  Come join me for the kick off SUMMER 2017 leading into Black Music Month (June) honoring our national artform and musical treasure "JAZZ".  Will be serving up great music with Yancie Taylor's Jazztet at the renown Geoffrey's Inner Circle, Oakland, CA.. Good Music, Beautiful People and Great Soul Food.... All for $20 ($10 entry, $10 Soul Food dinner) Our Line Up: Vibes and Host: Yancie Taylor, Vocalist: Yours Truly, Liz Whitted-Dawson, Piano: Glen Pearson, Bass: Ryan Lukas, Drums: Ranzell Merritt, Sr., Horns: Dr. James Bailey... See you There

$10 Admission, $10 Soul Food Dinner

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Previous events

Liz Whitted Dawson Jazztet

(PDT, UTC-07) (PDT, UTC-07)

WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY, 4321 DEGNAN BLVD, LOS ANGELES

Join Liz Whitted Dawson and the Jazztet for a memorable Evening of Peace and Jazz -Our "NO GREATER LOVE" tour at the Iconic Los Angeles, Leimert Park, WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY for one Night, May 16, 2026 @ 8:30 pm. Doors open at 8:00 pm. Liz, Robert Turner on Piano; Michael Alvidrez, Bass, Randal Fisher, Sax/Flute and Rayford Griffin, Drums will bring the Energy of Liz's original music, some Jazz standards with our Bebop, Funk, Arrangements to spread more Joy and Harmonizing Good through the Universe. Tickets on Sale Now: $25, Free Parking and Entrance in Rear

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Liz Whitted Dawson Jazztet - WATERS OF MY LIFE - WORLD PREMIERE - LIVE @ THE WORLD STAGE PERFORMANCE GALLERY, LOS ANGELES, CA - LEIMERT PARK - Liz Whitted Dawson: Vocals; Robert Turner, Piano; Michael Alvidrez: Bass; Randal Fisher: Sax/Flute; Rayford Griffin: Drums Tickets: $25

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May6

Waters of My Life - Experiential Jazz Salon - Community Gathering - RUTH'S TABLE

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RUTH'S TABLE, 3160 21st Street, SAN FRANCISCO

Waters of My Life - Liz Whitted Dawson Jazztet - community gathering presentation during the San Francisco International Arts Festival (SFIAF) - in partnership with Ruth's Table, non profit multi-disciplinary arts committed to increasing access to creative opportunities for older adults and adults with disabilities.

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