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The Garners return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 158th Session of Dim Sum & Jazz!- Seating Begins at 6 P.M.- Music from 6:30-8:30 P.M.- Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations!“The Garners” is a modern vintage duo/trio that embraces gypsy jazz, 1920’s and 30’s jazz, blues, and folk. They are writers of music as well, and you will find that the inspiration behind their originals comes from these classic eras/genres.Raggedly sophisticated, The Garner’s mysterious sweetness will entrance even the most immovable listener. With Lorelei on Tenor Ukulele, Jon on Gypsy Guitar, and both singing from the deep wells of our booming hearts, our music will transport you back when times were harder, yet the good times, more colorful, vibrant, and bold.She’s a little bit country, he’s a little bit rock ‘n’ roll… well, sort of. Lorelei, vocals and ukulele, is a classically trained vocalist that has fallen in love with swing jazz and Americana. Jon, vocals and guitar, is a certified jazz nerd having fallen in love with Billie Holiday, Lester Young, and Charlie Christian at the age of 16. He also has a soft spot for roots music, especially Sonny Terry and Brownie Mcghee.They decided to make it easier to split the check and got married in October, 2015. Their whole life is music. They gig, teach, compose, and record. They can be found performing their blend of swing classics, gypsy jazz, Americana, and originals all over Southern California.Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

The Zzymzzy Quartet makes their long awaited return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 157th Session of Dim Sum & Jazz!- Seating Begins at 6 P.M. Music from 6:30-8:30 P.M.- Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations!About The Zzymzzy QuartetRhymes with "Whimsy"The guys from the Zzymzzy Quartet have simple ambitions: they just want to play it like it was when it was unamplified, melodic, swinging, dreamy, full of sly surprise. From the Prohibition through the Second Big War, the glory days of Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington are being recaptured humbly and with humor in San Diego by four musicians who know it don’t mean a thing without that swing:- Beston Barnett - Guitar, Vocals- Pete Miesner - Guitar, Lead Vocals- Matt Gill - Clarinet- Paul Hormick - Upright BassThe Zzymzzy Quartet takes its name from a hypothetical “last word” in the dictionary: thus, their tagline, “The Last Word in Gypsy Swing.” The “Gypsy” sound is heard in much of the guitar work, heavily influenced by the stylings of French Gypsy jazz legend Django Reinhardt, but the group also pays tribute to the Swing Era with classic standards and idiomatic originals. Since the Zzymzzy Quartet came together in 2004, they’ve played dances, parties, weddings, festivals, art openings, and events throughout Southern California to unanimous enthusiasm, carving out a name for themselves as a tasty dance band and a classy addition to every wedding. In 2017, ART HURTS Records released their second CD, Petite Fleur which, on top of inspired playing and elegant arrangements, features cameos from a variety of beloved San Diego musicians.Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

SWING INTO SPRING SERIESThe Mad Hat Hucksters return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 153rd show of Dim Sum & Jazz.Seating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30-8:30 p.m.Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations!THE MAD HAT HUCKSTERS are a swing band from San Diego, playing the music of the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s. Founded by swing dancer Morgan Day in 2015, this sextet finds their sound in the style of small combo jazz bands of the swing era, emulating greats like Fats Waler, Sydney Bechet, and Louis Armstrong. Playing a variety of music from traditional jazz to swing to early rhythm and blues, listeners are guaranteed to hear music that will get your feet tapping and up on the dance floor.''. . . an infectious groove and playful interactions between the saxes and then the guitars . . . . well constructed enough for listening but never leaves the dancers hanging . . . . Mission accomplished.''-Joe Bebco, The Syncopated TimesMad Hat Hucksters Socialshttps://madhathucksters.com/https://www.facebook.com/madhathucksters/https://www.instagram.com/madhathucksters/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0wx6R_YIhuxaGei9FKysRwWant to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter!Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule below! www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-islandSee More Eventswww.goldenislanddimsum.comwww.bardicmanagement.com/events

JP Balmat and The MBHS All Stars make their debut at Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 162nd Session of Dim Sum & JazzSeating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30-8:30 p.m.Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations!About JP BalmatJean-Paul (JP) Balmat is the award-winning educator and performer leading the internationally recognized music program at Mission Bay. His award-winning groups have been invited to perform throughout California, New Orleans and most recently Japan.Jean-Paul is an accomplished educator, performer, composer and arranger. As a professional saxophonist, he performs regularly in San Diego. He is artistic director of the Euphoria Brass Band and his recordings and compositions have been nominated for San Diego Music Awards the past six years. In 2019 and 2020 Euphoria Brass Band won the San Diego Music Award for “Best Jazz.” Most recently he has performed with New Orleans trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis, drummer Marvin “Smitty” Smith (Tonight Show Band) and GRAMMY award winning and nominated musicians Oscar Hernandez, Francisco Torres (Poncho Sanchez, Gordon Goodwin) and Javier Cabanillas (Pacific Mambo Orchestra, Cabanijazz Project). Through his career he has had the honor of opening for Dr. John, Trombone Shorty, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Cowboy Mouth, Rebirth Brass Band, Funky Meters, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Soul Rebels Brass Band, Honey Island Swamp Band, Rosie Ledet, California Honeydrops, Red Baraat, Chali 2na, and Rusted Root, among others.Want to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter!Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule below! www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-islandSee More Eventswww.goldenislanddimsum.comwww.bardicmanagement.com/events

Reception: Saturday, Feb. 10, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.Artist Walk-Through: Friday, Feb. 16, 3 p.m.Explore Bonita and Sweetwater Valley neighborhoods through the eyes of local artist Susan J. Osborn. Susan is a well-known artist in San Diego County known for her colorful interpretations of life. Visitors can walk along the many trails with Susan as she explores Morrison Pond, San Miguel and the topography around the valley.About “Neighborhood Impressions and Dreams”Artist StatementI have lived in Bonita for over forty years. Most of the work from 2007 to 2019 was assembled sculpture. Then came the COVID lockdown and I couldn’t get my needed art supplies from estate sales and thrift stores.At that time, I encountered the patterned paintings of Marian Estes and the architectural landscapes of Francis McCormack, finding their work inspiring. I longed to get back to painting and began working old canvases and boards I found around my house.Using photos I had taken during my daily walks, my new paintings came from impressions of those photos and the images in my mind. The work used fabric because of my love for patterns and I also added collaged magazine photos, painted paper and acrylic.Moving forward, most artwork corresponds to an area near my house, yet the latest works have a bit of fantasy such as you see in “Giraffes or “WIndy Day.”Bonita Museum and Cultural Center on Facebook / InstagramSusan J Osborn Art on Facebook

The legendary Sue Palmer makes her return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 156th Show of Dim Sum & Jazz- Seating Begins at 6 P.M.- Music from 6:30-8:30 P.M.- Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations!PERSONNEL- Sue Palmer - Piano- Liz Ajuzie - Lead Vocalist- Pete Harrison - Bass- Sharon Shufelt - Drums, VocalsAbout Sue PalmerKnown world wide as The Queen of Boogie Woogie, The Sultana of Swing, and The Lady Who Skates on the 88s, Sue Palmer has been a presence on the live music scene in San Diego and the world for over 30 years.She was inducted into the San Diego Music Hall of Fame in 2018, has had a day named after her by the city of San Diego in 2008, and has won numerous San Diego Music Awards for her bands and albums. She has recorded over 12 albums under her own name, securing an international award from The International Blues Challenge (IBC) in Memphis for Best Self Produced Album (Sophisticated Ladies).She was the beehive wearing music director and longtime pianist for blues diva Candye Kane, through the 90s, appearing on many of her albums, touring world wide (France, Germany, England, The Czech Republic, Turkey, South Africa, Australia, and more) as well as all over the US and parts of Canada. Sue has also toured Switzerland, Russia, The Netherlands, and Argentina under her own name.She had a radio show for 3 years on San Diego's local Jazz station KSDS 88.3FM, and now hosts a podcast called "The Motel Swing Happy Hour KSUE San Diego." ( suepalmer.com, Spotify, Google Play, iTunes ) According to Claudia Russell, DJ Extraordinaire on KSDS 88.3FM, "When her heavily jeweled hands hit the 88s, you're in for a ride!" WATCH OUT: YOU may become a slave to the dance floor!!Stay Connected on Social Media!Facebook & X

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Justin & Melonie Grinnell make their return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 161st Session of Dim Sum & Jazz- Seating Begins at 6 P.M.- Music from 6:30-8:30 P.M.- Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations!About Melonie GrinnellMelonie Grinnell is an active as an educator and performer. She began studying piano at an early age and has since been recognized for her skills as a pianist, and her abilities as a vocalist, music educator, and musical director. Melonie received her Bachelors of Music degree in Music Education with jazz emphasis from the University of Miami and a Masters of Music performance degree in Jazz Studies from San Diego State University.Additionally, she is on the faculty for the Francis Parker/KSDS 88.3 Summer Jazz Workshop where she teaches jazz piano and co-directs middle school to high school student ensembles. She is also active as an adjudicator for instrumental jazz festivals including the Coronado/COSA Jazz Festival and the KSDS Jazz 88/CMEA festival.About Justin GrinnellJustin Grinnell is a San Diego-based freelance jazz bassist and music educator. More importantly, he is a husband to pianist/educator Melonie Grinnell and father to their two sons.In addition to performing, Justin maintains an active teaching schedule as adjunct faculty at University of San Diego and Grossmont College, and as faculty for the Francis Parker Annual Summer Jazz Workshop. He has also served as an adjudicator and clinician at local music festivals, such as the Coronado Jazz Festival and the San Diego Bass Fest.Justin received his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Jazz Performance from San Diego State University while studying with bassists Gunnar Biggs and Bert Turetzky. Justin also achieved ABD (all but dissertation) status for a doctoral degree in Jazz Studies at the University of Southern California. Besides studying privately with Los Angeles' first-call jazz bassist, Darek Oles, Justin's enrollment at USC gave him the opportunity to study with internationally-recognized jazz artists Peter Erskine, Russ Ferrante, Bob Mintzer, and Alan Pasqua.Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

Cobby Brzeski makes her return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 151st Show of Dim Sum & Jazz!“She is determined to write and perform, and anyone who hears her won’t question her decision…”– Harriet Heithaus, Naples Daily News, USA Today Network“Cobby Brzeski has an amazing youthful energy for someone so conversant with the tradition of jazz. Her distinctive and attractive voice, bebop-influenced flute playing, and unaffected songwriting gives the jazz world a jolt of fun that it desperately needs!”– David Thorne Scott, Vocal Professor at Berklee College of MusicOriginally from Naples, FL, Cobby Brzeski is a nationally touring multi-instrumental, multi-genre flutist, vocalist, and songwriter from San Diego, CA that performs all around the east and west coasts. Cobby's charming voice, playful songwriting, and authenticity to the jazz tradition will make anyone feel like they're back in the 1940's. Described as a vintage girl in a modern world, Cobby’s music possesses a natural gift for sensitive, relatable storytelling and is a blend of influences from Ella Fitzgerald, Helen Forrest, The Andrew Sisters and others, twisted with modern influences like Jason Mraz, Cyrille Aimee, and PostModern Jukebox.Cobby is a 2018 magna cum laude graduate of the Berklee College of Music, and a 2023 San Diego Music Award Nominee for Best Jazz Album (Vintage Girl In A Modern World (2022). Cobby presents a show full of her original 1940's swing inspired tunes, jazz & latin standards, and jazzified covers of popular music.Seating Begins at 6 p.m.Music from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations!Cobby Brzeski SocialsFacebook | Instagram | Spotify Want to know more events happening Golden Island? Join our Newsletter!Like Dim Sum & Jazz? Check out the rest of the schedule!For more information visit: bardicmanagement.com