Performances

Featured Guest Artists
Terri Lyne Carrington & Social Science
Jim McNeely with John Mills Times 17
Miguel Zenón Quartet
John Clayton
Miho Hazama

There is so much being offered, I’ll let you follow the link and read for yourself!

See you there!

Butler School of Music, University of Texas at Austin

This is a very special weekend for all of us this year, as we will be back in person at the University, ready to welcome and work with young bassists, age 3-18. This is always very inspiring. I have taught at these weekends for many years, and it still surprises me to see what young people can do.

Students: Register now if you have not yet done so!
Student Registration for the Richard Davis Foundation Weekend Conference

Come to the concert, you will be delighted and amazed. The young students will be performing with the faculty. They will also premier “The Pied Piper,” a piece I composed last year in honor of Richard Davis’ 90th birthday.

Concert Tickets FREE

Peruse the Richard Davis Foundaetion website. You will enjoy its incredible history.
“As Professor of Bass, Ricard Davis saw, first-hand, how young bassists were arriving at their college auditions less prepared, less advanced, and not competitive for scholarships, than their upper string peers. In 1993, Richard Davis set out on a mission to change that. Not accepting the status quo situation, Richard started the foundation to better prepare bassists for entrance into university music schools.”

I am so happy to be at the Univ of WI-Madison again. I will be here all week working with the Jazz Students.

This Residency culminates in a concert with the UW Jazz Orchestra and the Bolz Ensemble (which has a string quartet in it!) will be performing some of my music that I have composed for a jazz trio with a string quartet.
Come! You’ll like it!

Tickets $13.00
Students Free
Live Stream $7.00

I have been asked to be a Mentor as part of the Ravenscroft Jazz Resident Artist Program at ASU. It has been a great experience interacting with the students and faculty here. I am looking forward to this visit, as we the last few visits have been virtual.

World Premier of “Harness The Winds,” composed by Rufus Reid.
Commisioned by the critically acclaimed Palisades Virtuosi

Margaret Swinchoski, Flute
Donald Mokrynski, Clarinet
Ron Levy, piano

I am honored to have been asked to compose for this prestigious ensemble. I am particularly pleased to have my work be included with their “Global Warming – A Concert Devoted to Climate Concerns.”

TICKETS
Advance Tickets – $20 – available at the box office M-F (9-5)
Seniors/Students $15.00
Day of Concert At The Door $25.00

Texas Christian University is hosting it’s very successful festival with high school and middle school ensembles. I am honored to be asked to join the festivities this year.

Friday evening I will perform with the TCU Jazz Faculty

Saturday Performance clinic, TBD

Saturday evening, I will perform with the TCU Jazz Ensemble.

For further information, contact:
Joe Eckert
Director of Jazz Studies
j.eckert@tcu.edu
817-257-5576

I have been asked to be the featured performer and clinician for the three days of The 2022 Rowan Jazz Festival. I will also be presenting a Master Class and adjudicating.

Listening Session
I will be presenting some of my compositions.

If you have not become involved with this Site, I recommend it highly.

Dizzy’s Club at Lincoln Center will host this celebration of Frank Wess.

Scott Robinson, saxophones
Bill Easley, reeds
Frank Greene, trumpet
Brandon Lee, trumpet
Steve Turre, trombone
Michael Weiss, piano
Rufus Reid, bass
Dennis Mackrel, drums

Reservations strongly recommended!

Faculty Recital: Kenneth Radnofsky, saxophone ~ Cross Currents ~
Commissioned with a grant from NEC Faculty Development Fund

I am deeply honored that virtuoso Saxophonist Kenneth Radnofsky is premiering my composition, Cross Currents, in the magnificent, historic Jordan Hall of New England Conservatory. He is joined by his pianist, Yoshiko Kline, and the excellent Donald Palma, double bass.

This concert is free but requires a ticket. It is also live-streamed.
Follow the link. You will find the connection to live-stream and to get tickets!

Kolstein’s Musician’s Relief Fund

Rufus Reid with Billy Test

Pianist Billy Test will join me as we play as part of Kolstein’s Loft, at the Essex Hotel, on Central Park South, in New York City. This event is being live-streamed, but you are welcome to drop by the beautiful Essex Hotel and enjoy a glass of wine with the music. It is a rare treat to catch Billy Test in NYC. We look forward to seeing you there!

Featuring:
Armen Donelian
Mark Mommaas
Rufus Reid

After Concert Artists Reception.

Hosted by:Hudson Jazzworks and Hudson Hall

Free Concert, Reservations suggested

Two Nights! July 16 & 17, 2021. Two sets!

Featuring Steve Allee (p) and Lenny White (d)

This is a special event for me to have Lenny White on drums! You will understand how special this trio is when you hear us play! Lenny and I met over 40 years ago, but we rarely have the opportunity to perform with each other. In my opinion, Lenny is one of the great musicians of our generation.

Come to this beautiful club, enjoy their delightful menu and give us the great pleasure of performing for you!

Check website for parking

Purchase Tickets

Contact:
(914) 631-1000

Don Aliquo – Saxophones
Rufus Reid – Bass
David Budway – Piano
Chris Smith – Drums

Maureen’s Jazz Cellar
This is a lovely, intimate setting.
Make your reservations early!
(845) 535-3143

Doors Open: 7:00 pm
Show starts: 8:00 pm
Cover Charge- $25.00

The goal is to recreate, as closely as we can,
the traditional in-person ISB convention,
including virtual after-hour bass hangs with friends,
a virtual exhibit hall,
over 150 concerts, lectures and masterclasses,
The 2021 Young Bassists Program, (Acceptances on a space available basis)
And more…….

~~ Headliners ~~
• Gary Karr
• Linda Oh
• Xavier Foley
• Nilson Matta
• Phoebe Russell
• Rufus Reid with Sullivan Fortner ~ Thursday Evening, June 10, 2021
• Bozo Paradzik
• Renaud Garcia Fons with Claire Antonnini
• Roman Patkolo
• Jorge Roeder with Sofia Rei

Register Now!
Register before Thursday, May 20, 2021 to ensure you can attend the concerts, seminars, workshops, lecture-demonstrations, panel discussions, masterclasses, Young Bassists Program, etc.

This one-week Program for Jazz at Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute is a unique summer program for young professional musicians that focuses upon composition and performance. Ravinia’s Park is closed to the public until July, but The Steans Institute will continue their programs.

Directors:
Rufus Reid ~ Composer/Bass
Billy Childs ~ Composer/Piano
Steve Wilson ~ Composer/Saxophone

Workshops and Concert streams can be found on Ravinia’s YouTube page, accessible via the Ravinia website.
No Public Admission
Concert: Friday, June 11, 2021 6:00pm CDT
https://www.ravinia.org/ShowDetails/1850/jazz-grandstand

Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute Program for Jazz is pleased to announce the return of the jazz and classical fusion composition competition Bridges, awarding the David Baker Prize to young artists for new works written for string quartet and jazz trio.

Rufus Reid ~ Composer/Bass
Billy Childs ~ Composer/Piano
Steve Wilson ~ Composer/Saxophone

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ravinia was forced to cancel all concerts and events that were to occur during the summer of 2020, including Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute and the Bridges Composition Competition. As such, the 2020 Bridges Competition Winners will receive the premiere of their winning works June, 2021.
Directors:

Bridges Classical Composition Competition Concert
Friday, June 4, 2021
No Public Admission
Free LiveStream on YouTube.com
https://www.ravinia.org/ShowDetails/1849/bridges-composition-competition-2020-winners

Come celebrate International Jazz Day with us in Xalapa, Mexico

javier Flores Mavil, Director of the Fundación Jazzfest A.C. has invited me to join their celebrations with a Master Class and a concert.

Master Class: “Being a jazz bassist and more!”
Friday, April 30, at 7:00pm EDT, which is 6:00pm in Xalapa, Mexico, CDT
You must be registered to attend.

I will be conducting the Panamerican Jazzfest Big Band performing my charts.
Concert: Friday April 30, at 9:30 EDT, which is 20:30 Xalapa time, CDT
The concert is open to the public at no cost.

All the events are listed on the International Jazz Day site. These events begin at Noon

All day the events will be online and streaming through the Fundación Jazz Fest channel,
youtube.com/fundacionjazzfestac

Bass @ Your Place

Every week in April 2021, Newvelle invites you to experience live concerts at our favorite studio – East Side Sound – where we’ve recorded each of our first five seasons. But for the first time, you’ll have a chance to see Newvelle artists perform, streaming to wherever you are in the world.

Jon Cowherd, Steve Cardenas and Simon Willson: April 2

John Patitucci, Yotam Silberstein and Roggerio Bocato: April 9

Tim Berne and Gregg Belisle-Chi: April 16

Rufus Reid and Sullivan Fortner: April 23

Carmen Staff and Allison Miller: April 30

What is Newvelle Live?

With live performances all but eliminated due to the pandemic, Newvelle Live gives you a novel way to support artists and institutions who are preserving the legacy of jazz for a new generation. Anyone can join. All we ask is that you consider making a contribution to support the musicians performing every Friday in April. Contributions will be divided equally among the 12 artists performing throughout the series.

Newvelle, thanks to the generous support of musician and entrepreneur Alex Rigopolous, covers the entire overhead for producing and recording this series. So all of the money that is donated for this streaming series goes straight to the musicians.

This series is designed as a radical experiment: one that explores the relationship between musician and fan, and an attempt to strengthen our communities and support musicians at a critical time.
As society slowly starts to spin forward again, we are given a chance to reassess how we value music.

ISJAC is holding a virtual Synposium called “Un(chart)ered Territory.”
This event is designed to keep us communicating with each other, while we cannot meet in person, or hold our usual Symposium.
Note: This is a FREE event. Please Register.

Un(chart)ered Territory will run for three evenings, and Saturday afternoon, offering panels, concerts, conversations and more.

I will be hosting Bob Mintzer, March 20, 8:00pm EDT

I cannot encourage you enough to come to this event. There are very special events being offered.

The Jazz Composers’ Symposium will be held in 2022.

Mark Your Calendar:
On the first Saturday of each month, Gary Karr hosts an online salon on The Center Stage of The ISB, inviting fascinating guests to share stories, ideas and points of view about the musical life. For his premiere episode, Gary gets together with…ME!

This is a free event for all, but you must register.

See you there!

International Society of Bassists
972-2339107 ext. 204
info@isbworldoffice.com

This event will be presented on January 21st, the day after the Presidential Inauguration.
“Change has Come” ​will be a musical event to commemorate ​the hope represented by new leadership. Sounds and silences of 90 performers will be transmitted in succession, beginning at 8am EST and continuing until all have been heard. The musician/healers will play to help our world get back in tune – to soothe wounds inflicted by the serial lies, injustices and escalating hate so prevalent in recent years. They will offer music as meditation and celebration, to help us both reflect and look forward.

The musical initiative ​Deep Tones for Peace ​originated in 2009 with a telematic performance between Jerusalem and Manhattan, and has continued with annual iterations until the present day. Deep Tones for Peace 2020 was launched by Mark Dresser and William Parker. A daily streaming of live meditations for peace, healing and transformation has continued unbroken for 26 weeks and will conclude with this final presentation.

Individual participants volunteer 5 or more minutes of music with the intent to send healing vibrations to be felt worldwide. The open call welcomes all bassists who wish to join in an ongoing musical transmission of vibrations for peace. Any style or form of music and any level bass player is welcome. We truly believe this project will have a positive impact on the balance of life.

Canceled Due to the COVID-19 pandemic

This is a a weeklong residential program open to bass students, ages 13-21, of all ability levels and for musical genres from jazz to classical.

There is a long list of Institute Faculty and Guests that I am honored to be standing with.
Check it out!

Creative Summit and Fundraiser

(You will note this date was changed from June 3, 2020 to July 1, 2020)

1:00 pm – 2:00pm EDT
Zoom Master Class

Organizers Sirintip, Thana Alexa, and Owen Broder created Live From Our Living Rooms in response to the COVID-19 pandemic as performances were cancelled and venues closed indefinitely. Live From Our Living Rooms offers a platform for creative exchange designed to help fill the gap for struggling musicians by providing paid performance and teaching opportunities to professional artists that raise relief funds and brings the joy of music live-streamed from NYC artists’ homes to audiences anywhere in the world.

The International Online Bass Summit is a collaborative effort among artistic directors Barry Green and Jason Heath, the International Society of Bassists, and the Society for Online Music Education.

Events EST for 1 hour
11:30am – 12:30pm
Playing Versus Presenting ~ Who Are You? by Rufus Reid

4:00pm – 5:00pm
Panel Discussion ~ Music Business and Entrepreneurship
with Gene Perla, Geoff Neuman, Barry Green, David Murray, Jason Heath, Lloyd Goldstein, and Rufus Reid

Connect — Network with bass players from all over the world in a shared experience, entirely online. Get to know some of your bass heroes.

Learn — With lectures, workshops, and masterclasses for all levels of player you can’t help but learn something new.

Experience — Be part of something unparalleled in the online space: a highly interactive and engaging opportunity.

Proceeds from this event will be donated to the International Society of Bassists educational programs.

Canceled Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

Zoom Masterclasses will be held June 8-12, 2:00-4:00pm
This year’s recipients will be first call for next year!

The one-week Program for Jazz at Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute is a unique summer program for young professional musicians that focuses upon composition and performance. Days are spent rehearsing in quintets, studying composition with the faculty, and learning how to perform with ever-changing personnel. All fellows write original music as a cornerstone of the program. Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute fosters a supportive, non-competitive environment for study and performance, with participants from around the world creating a distinctive jazz community.

Faculty:
Billy Childs, Co-Program Director and Composer/Piano
Rufus Reid, Co-Program Director and Composer/Bass
Steve Wilson, Saxophone

Concert: Friday, June 14, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
Bennett Gordon Hall

Canceled Due to COVID-19 pandemic

Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute Program for Jazz is pleased to announce the return of the jazz and classical fusion composition competition Bridges, awarding the David Baker Prize to young artists for new works written for string quartet and jazz trio.

Up to three winners will be selected, and each winner will be awarded a prize of $2,500. Winners will have their compositions premiered in Ravinia’s Bennett Gordon Hall Friday, June 5, 2020.

Billy Childs, Steve Wilson, and I will be here all week working with the young composers.

Concert: Bennett Gordon Hall is located in the John D. Harza Building, at the southwest corner of Ravinia, near the south gate.

June 15-19. 2020

Leading Jazz Musicians and Educators share their history, wisdom, and insights, through a collection of well-produced video interviews. And much more!

Watch the interviews FREE on the day they’re released ~ June 15-19, 2020
(My interview is released June 15)
or
pay $20 for an unlimited All-Access Pass (see them forever)
and
take part in the live events, contests, giveaways, and other cool stuff.

Register Now! Immediately!! Plan your week of viewing!
Jazz Master Summit

I am honored and delighted to be part of this Summit.
This is the most beautifully produced interview series I have ever been part of.
For the price of the ticket you gain access to other events that week such as live speakers on music, how musicians can best use new technology, live events, contests, give-a-ways, and access to a private Facebook group.

Canceled Due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Two workshops conducted via Zoom 0

I have been asked to be a Mentor as part of the Ravenscroft Jazz Resident Artist Program at ASU this year. It has been a great experience interacting with the students and faculty here. I am looking forward to this visit.

Canceled: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic

This has been a most exciting time for me, composing for this distinguished group. I am honored to have been commissioned by them for this concert.

I do hope you can come.

Learn more: www.palisadesvirtuosi.org

Canceled: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic

Texas Christian University is hosting it’s very successful festival with high school and middle school ensembles. I am honored to be asked to join the festivities this year.

Friday evening I will perform with the TCU Jazz Faculty

Saturday at Noon, there will be a performance clinic.

Saturday evening, I will perform with the TCU Jazz Ensemble.

I think they will be keep me busy and I think it will be a lot of fun.

The WDR Band in Cologne, Germany, has invited me to bring my music and to perform with them.

Dennis Mackrel will be conducting, as he has all of my big band performances!

I am honored to be asked to bring my music, and to perform with the noted WDR Band in Cologne, Germany. I feel very fortunate to perform with this respected ensemble.

Dennis Mackrel will be conducting, as always. Dennis allows me to concentrate on playing!

I am honored to be part of this Bass Summit Set, featuring Buster Williams, Steve Novosel and myself. It is a great pleasure to have this unique opportunity to have three bassists performing together.

Basses:
Buster Williams
Steve Novosel
Rufus Reid

I am honored to have been chosen to be part of The Ravenscroft Jazz Resident Artist Program at ASU this year. Michael Kocour, Director of Jazz Studies, brought me in October. It was a great beginning and I am looking forward to this visit. During this Mentorship, I will be working with the students and faculty, conducting rehearsals and giving Masterclasses.

Begin your holidays with these excellent jazz musicians, performing originals, American Songbook songs, and some Christmas favorites.

Roberta Piket – piano
Anton Denner – woodwinds
Jarrett Walser – drums
Rufus Reid – bass

Telephone: 201-891-4866

Harold Mabern left us Sept 17, 2019, leaving behind a giant body of work.
The Giants of Jazz, presented by John Lee and SOPAC, is taking this night to pay tribute to the life and work of Harold. There will be many, many musicians there to honor him. I am happy to be one of them.

Come if you can!

Tickets

The SOPAC Box Office can be reached at (973) 313-2787 .
Patron & Ticket Services can be reached at (973) 382-1025.

The annual Pitt Jazz Seminar and Concert has been a tradition for more than four decades, this being the 49th, bringing in renowned musicians for a week of lectures and events, concluding with a blow-out concert at the Carnegie Music Hall.

I am delighted to be asked to participate in this week, performing in the Collaborative Concert. We have been asked to bring one of our compositions! Excellent! Sounds like fun!

Telephone: 412 624-4187
Email: pittjazz@pitt.edu

Rufus will celebrate his 75th Year at Dizzy’s
——————–with———————–
The Big Band Sound of Rufus Reid

~New Music to be performed
~Favorites to be heard
Hear the compositional explorations
of Rufus Reid.

Conducted by Dennis Mackrel

This Star-studded large ensemble includes:
Rhythm Section:
Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Vic Juris – guitar
Chris Beck – drums

Reeds:
Steve Wilson – lead alto
Scott Robinson
Anton Denner
Tom Christensen
Carl Maraghi

Brass:
Trumpets:
Frank Greene – lead
Ingrid Jensen
Tim Hagans
Freddie Hendrix

Trombones:
Ryan Keberle – lead
Dion Tucker
Gina Benalcazar
David Taylor – bass trombone

Come hear these great musicians and this exciting music.
Be sure to make reservations.
212-258-9595
Visit/Reservations

Frank Kimbrough formed this Quartet to record all the compositions (70) of Thelonious Monk. Sunnyside Communications released “MONK’S DREAMS: The complete Compositions of Thelonious Sphere Monk,” 2018, as a 6-CD Box Set.

Frank Kimbrough – Piano
Scott Robinson – Saxophones, Trumpet & Sarrusophone
Rufus Reid – Bass
Billy Drummond – Drums

Performances will be held in the new Centro Cultural e de Congressos de Angra do Heroísmo, an old bullfight ring transformed into a cultural center. The semi circular auditorium turns into a big jazz club!

I am happy to be appearing at William Paterson University’s Summer Jazz Workshop. I will be doing some Clincs/workshops on Thursday, July 18.

Concert: Friday night, July 19
Rufus Reid And Friends
Rufus Reid – bass
Sullivan Fortner – piano
Freddie Hendrix – trumpet
Sam Sadigursky – Saxophones
E.J. Strickland – drums
I am delighted to mention that Freddie Hendrix and Sam Sadigursky graduated from William Paterson University!

CALLING ALL 18- TO 30-YEAR-OLD COMPOSERS
Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute (RSMI) Announces
2nd Annual International Composition Competition
with $7,500 in Prizes and Performance at Ravinia

Submission deadline is Feb. 1, 2019

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute (RSMI) last summer, Ravinia launched a competition for composers who could fuse the worlds of jazz and classical music. Due to its success, Ravinia, with the support of DownBeat magazine, is now calling for submissions to the second annual “Bridges” international jazz and classical fusion composition competition, overseen by legendary pianist Billy Childs and double-bassist Rufus Reid, who co-direct the RSMI Jazz Program. Up to three winners will receive the David Baker Prize, named in recognition of the first RSMI Jazz director. The prize includes $2,500 in cash plus the world-premiere performance of the winning piece during Ravinia’s 2019 season.

Billy Childs, Steve Wilson, and I will be here all week working with the young composers.

Concert: Bennett Gordon Hall is located in the John D. Harza Building, at the southwest corner of Ravinia, near the south gate.

Participation in the Program for Jazz is by invitation only. The Program for Jazz focuses on composition and small ensemble improvisation. Although part of the program focuses on performing a well-rehearsed concert, most of the days are spent rehearsing with a variety of individuals, learning how to perform well with changing personnel. All 15 fellows write original music in the program.

Faculty:
Billy Childs, Co-Program Director and Composer/Piano
Rufus Reid, Co-Program Director and Composer/Bass
Steve Wilson, Saxophone

Concert: Friday, June 14, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
Bennet Gordon Hall

The ISJAC (the International Society for Jazz Arrangers & Composers) in cooperation with the University of Northern Colorado invites jazz composers, musicians, scholars, students, and music aficionados from around the world to participate in a unique forum in which they are able to connect, learn, and interact with other jazz composers/arrangers.

I will be attending this magical conference. I cannot tell you how inspiring it is.
This years featured guests: Ron Miles, Bill Frisell, Christine Jensen, Vince Mendoza, Darcy James Argue, & Chris Potter.

Contact: Chuck Owen – cowen@isjac.org

We are excited to return to The Fiesta Jazz Festival.
It has been 10 years since this trio performed there!
Rufus Reid – Bass
Steve Allee – Piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums

The Rufus Reid “Our Front” CD was recorded following this appearance.

Saturday I will be giving a clinic.

I have been invited by John Brown to do a Mini-Residency at Duke.

I will be doing an Interview for WNCU Radio
Friday, April 12, 2019 ~ 10:30am.

I have been invited to join Jared Sims
Director of Jazz Studies
WVU College of Creative Arts for the
Honor Jazz Band Weekend.

March 22, 2019, 7:30 PM Concert
School of Music: Jazz Concert
Rufus Reid with the WVU Big Band
Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre

March 23, 2019, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Master Class: Guest Bassist Rufus Reid
Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre

March 23, 2019, 3:00 PM Concert
Come hear these talented musicians chosen to be
The 2019 Mountaineer Honor Jazz Band
Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre

I have been asked to create a Symphonic arrangement of Chris Parker’s and Kelley Hurt”s “No Tears Suite,” a combined jazz & symphonic chamber ensemble.

Thursday, Feb 28, 2019 Percussion Workshop, hosted by Brian Blade
with High School Music Class
Episcopal Collegiate School
1701 Cantrell Rd
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 372-1194

Friday, March 1, 2019, 11:00AM, Big Band Workshop, hosted by Brian Blade,
with High School Music Class
Little Rock Central High School
2120 W Daisy L Gatson Bates Dr (and Park Street)
Little Rock, Arkansas 72202

Friday, March 1 at Noon, a free-to-the-public panel discussion presented in collaboration with the National Park Service and Clinton School of Public Service will be held at Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site. Featuring Rufus Reid, Kelly Hurt and Bobby LaVell, the panel will be moderated by composer Chris Parker.
Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site
2120 W Daisy L Gatson Bates Dr (and Park Street)
Little Rock, Arkansas 72202

Mar 2, 2019, 8:00pm
The No Tears Suite will be performed at
The Mosaic Templars Cultural Center
501 W. 9th Street
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 683-3593
Geoffrey Robson, conductor
Kelly Hurt, vocalist
Chris Parker, piano/composer
Rufus Reid, bass/arranger
Brian Blade, drums
Bobby LaVell, tenor saxophone
Marc Franklin, trumpet
Chad Fowler, alto and baritone saxophones
with 15 members of The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra

Mar 3, 2019, 3:00pm
The No Tears Suite will be performed at:
Central High School /auditorium
2120 W Daisy L Gatson Bates Dr (and Park Street)
Little Rock, Arkansas 72202
501-447-1000
Free to the public

I have been invited to perform “Quiet Pride ~ The Elizabeth Catlett Project” as part of a concert with the Guildhall Jazz Orchestra.

Tel +44 (0) 20 7628 2571
Box office 020 7638 8891

I will be attending this Conference and encourage you to come if you can.
It truly is worth your time.

The Keynote speaker this year is Ta-Nehisi Coates, Friday 9:30am.
I don’t have to tell you who that is!!

Richard J. Bogomolny National Service Award will be given to
The Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM)
AACM member Henry Threadgill will appear in conversation with Larry Blumenfeld.
The Award will be presented to Ernest Dawkins from the Chicago Chapter
and Richarda Abrams from the New York City Chapter.

The Melbourne Conservatorium of Music (MCM) presents a Double Bass Day, bringing together performers, teachers, students, luthiers and exhibitors from all over Australia, including Rufus Reid!

I will be doing a MasterClass
Sunday afternoon.
Time, TBA

Concert Sunday Evening
Time, TBA

Phone: 13 MELB (13 6352)
International: +61 3 9035 5511

I cannot tell you how exciting it is to know I will be performing in Australia again. I have not been here for many years.

Friday: I will be appearing here with a Trio
Saturday: I will be here with a Quartet

Phone: (03) 9388 1999

Elizabeth Catlett was the first African American to receive an MFA from the University of Iowa, who has named the newest Residence Hall in her honor. I am so pleased to bring you the same ensemble that recorded my 2X Grammy-Nominated CD, “Quite Pride – The Elizabeth Catlett Project,” except on this particular concert, we will be graced with the presence of Master Drummer, Lewis Nash.

Conducted by Dennis Mackrel
This Star-studded large ensemble includes:
Rhythm Section:
Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Lewis Nash – drums
Vic Juris – guitar

Vocalise:
Charenee Wade

Reeds:
Steve Wilson – lead alto
Ericka von Kleist
Scott Robinson
Tom Christensen
Carl Maraghi

Brass:
Trumpets:
Tanya Darby – lead
Freddie Hendrix
Ingrid Jensen
Tim Hagans

Trombones:
Michael Dease – lead
Ryan Keberle
Jason Jackson
David Taylor – bass trombone

French horn:
John Clark
Vincent Chancey

This concert is being held in the magnificent Hancher Auditorium.
(319) 335-1160 or 1-800-HANCHER

Yosvany Terry – alto & soprano saxophones
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums
Rufus Reid – Bass

Two 60-minute shows
Jazz Standard Info: 212-576-2232
Make Reservations now!

I always look forward to working at Jamey’s Camp.
See you there!

Call with ANY questions!
812-944-8141

The Pittsburgh New Music Ensemble will be performing three World Premieres by American Composers Forum national competition winners as part of the ACF CONNECT program.

David Biedenbender
Jung Yoon Wie
Rufus Reid

My composition, Remembrance, is written in tribute to the 100 year celebration of Thelonious Monk, Dizzy Gillespie, and Leonard Bernstein. I consider them all to be renegades of their time. I am so delighted to have the excellent PNME perform this work. Composing for these stellar musicians has been an enormous challenge. I have loved every minute of it. Thank you to the American Composer’s Forum for his opportunity.

Tickets

Info:
(412)206-9323
catherine@pnme.org

Participation in the Program for Jazz is by invitation only. The Program for Jazz focuses on composition and small ensemble improvisation. Although part of the program focuses on performing a well-rehearsed concert, most of the days are spent rehearsing with a variety of individuals, learning how to perform well with changing personnel. All 15 fellows write original music in the program.
Concerts

The fellows will present the annual RSMI Jazz Grandstand concert of original compositions, June 15, 2018, as the culmination of their week of study.

Faculty:
Billy Childs, Composer/Piano
Tim Hagans, Composer/Trumpet
Rufus Reid, Composer/Bass

Presented by Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute Program for Jazz

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of RSMI,
Ravinia is pleased to announce Bridges:
An International Jazz and Classical Fusion Composition Competition.

This celebration will award deserving young composers The David Baker Prize
for works written for string quartet and jazz trio.
Up to three winners will be selected and each winner will be awarded a prize of $2500.
Winners will also have their compositions performed at Ravinia Festival’s Martin Theatre
Saturday, June 9th at 8:30 PM.

A composition of each faculty member will also be performed.
Billy Childs ~ Into the Light
Nathan Davis ~ Matryoshka Blues
Rufus Reid ~ Beguiled for String Bass, Concert Marimba, Trombone

Contact Information:
Email: steansmusicinstitute@ravinia.org
Phone: 847-266-5106

Jazz For Teens is celebrating 20 years at The New Jersey Performing Arts Center. Mark Gross, Artistic Director, is bringing me back to perform with this year’s students. I was the first Artistic Director! This session of 7th-12th grade students began in January and will culminate with this concert, where each student will perform with their group. It is very impressive and I urge you to attend!

Celebrating The Music of Thelonius Monk

Frank Kimbrough – Piano
Scott Robinson – Sax
Rufus Reid – Bass
Billy Drummond – Drums

Jazz Reservations: 212-885-7119

NKU SOTA in collaboration with Jazz Alive
have invited me to do this Residency at
Northern Kentucky University
Hosted by Jim Anderson

Come for the open MasterClass
Tuesday, April 17

Free Concert with
NKU 10-piece Jazz Ensemble
NKU Jazz Faculty
Duo with Jim Anderson

RSVP REQUIRED – hoggw1@nku.edu or 859-572-5885

I look forward to working with the music students at VIU.
There will be workshops and rehearsals and a concert with
The Vancouver Island University Big Band
Directed by Greg Bush.

Professor Kieran Hanlon, with Blake Hinson, Assistant Principal Bass of the New York Philharmonic, myself and the Fredonia Bass Studio invite you to be a part of
The Fredonia Bass Fest 2018!

Professional players, college students, high school students, teachers, and adult learners are invited to join us for a day of performances and classes.

My schedule includes:
2:45PM Master Class
5:00PM Panel Discussion with Bass Fest Faculty
7:30 concert

Info: (716) 673-3151

Chamber Music America 37th Annual Conference

I will be at the conference every day!
Panels, workshops, performances, exhibits
opportunities to network and connect!
This is an organization with valuable tools for composers.
Definitely worth your time!

NJCU Orchestra
Lou Kosma, conductor

A program that spans the centuries:
Rufus Reid’s modern symphonic composition, Mass Transit
NJCU Professor Dr. Stelio Dubbiosi’s The Pied Piper of Hamlin
Camille Saint-Saens’ iconic Cello Concerto No. 1 Op. 33 in A minor, featuring Mia Bernard, cellist.

Margaret Williams Theatre
(Hepburn Hall)

Free with Registration

Drums – Herlin Riley
Piano – Ellis Marsalis
Bass – Rufus Reid

I am looking forward to playing with these two iconic New Orleans musicians. We have never had the opportunity before! Herlin is on my 2 Grammy Nominated CD, “Quiet Pride” and he took care of serious business. I’m looking forward to playing in a trio format with him.

Tickets
504.949.0696

Celebrating 100 years of jazz icons Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk,
And their essential contributions to the jazz vernacular.
Featuring NEA Jazz Masters
Kenny Barron piano
Jimmy Heath ~ saxophone
Jimmy Owens ~ trumpet
Jimmy Cobb ~ drums
Joined by Lew Tabackin ~ saxophone
Rufus Reid ~ bass.

Note: At Mr. Heath’s recommendation, acclaimed jazz saxophonist Antonio Hart will perform in his place.

Box office hours: Tue-Fri, 12-5pm & 2 hours prior to event
(718) 463-7700 x 222

Tickets: $42/$32 Members/$20 Students; Table Package: $125/$100 Members (Reserved Table for 2, Wine & Snacks)

Hear the compositional explorations
of Rufus Reid

Conducted by Dennis Mackrel

This Star-studded large ensemble includes:
Rhythm Section:
Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Chris Beck – drums
Vic Juris – guitar

Reeds:
Marty Ehrlich – lead alto
Scott Robinson
Roxy Coss
Mark Gross
Carl Maraghi

Brass
Trumpets:
Frank Greene – lead
Freddie Hendrix
Ingrid Jensen
Tim Hagans

Trombones:
Marshall Gilkes – lead
Ryan Keberle
Luis Bonilla
David Taylor – bass trombone

Come hear these great musicians and this exciting music
Be sure to make reservations
212-258-9595

Don Aliquo – Saxophones
Rufus Reid – Bass

If you have not seen Don Aliquo lately, you should take this opportunity to hear him in this intimate setting. You will be glad you did!

Please join us in this intimate setting. Gary is a brilliant, creative musician. We’ll have fun.
You will too!

Tel: 646-476-4346

Mezzrow Jazz Club is located on the NE corner of West 10th Street and 7th ave in the basement of 163 West 10th street. We are easy to miss so look carefully!

I am one of three composers selected for the first annual ACF Connect program offered by the American Composers Forum in partnership with The Pittsburgh new Music Ensemble. We will be introduced to the audience and I will be performing a composition of mine with PNME.
Read their newsletter!
Get tickets and come!

Next year at this time PNME will be performing our new compositions! Check out their website, and you will see why I am so honored and excited to be part of The PNME 2018 season.

P 412.431.4400

Presented by The Jazz Institute of Chicago
My Day at the Institute: Monday, July 17, 2017

10:46am – 11:45am Lecture/Demonstration
2:15pm – 3:45pm Visit to an Improvisation Class
4:00pm – 5:00pm Jam Session

Yes! I will be here for both weeks!

Choose from 2 Great Weeks of Jazz:

July 2nd thru July 7th
July 9th thru July 14th

Call with ANY questions!
812-944-8141

Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Skidmore Jazz Institute!
Directed by Todd Coolman

Info: 518-580-5447

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
In Collaboration with the National Park Service
Harpers Ferry National Historical park
Presents The 16th Annual Don Redman Heritage Award Concert

Barry Harris and Rufus Reid to receive
The Don Redman Jazz Heritage Award
for their contributions in jazz education and music
as well as individual musicianship,
humanity and dignity
that illuminate the spirit of Don Redman.

Info:
Todd Bolton, Supervisory Park Ranger
304-535-6026

This Program for Jazz focuses on composition and small ensemble improvisation.
All 15 fellows write original music while here.
The concert will feature their original music.
It is a real pleasure to be working with these young musicians.

Do not miss this wonderful week of seeing your old friends and meeting new ones! I must leave Friday morning, but do not miss Saturday or the Saturday night concert!

Versatile New Jersey Symphony Orchestra musicians collaborate
with some of NJ’s Best in Jazz for a classical evening that swings!

Performing for the 97th Annual Stevens Alumni Weekend!

Info:
201.216.5000

The International Society of Jazz Arrangers and Composers

The 2017 Jazz Composers’ Symposium will bring jazz composers and arrangers of all backgrounds together. This is your opportunity to connect with your fellow composers as well as celebrated Master Artists.

Maria Schneider will be there!
Billy Childs will be there!
Chuck Owen will be there!
John Hollenbeck will be there!
I will be there!

Membership is FREE! JOIN!
The International Society of Jazz Arrangers and Composers is FREE and OPEN to all who practice and love the art of jazz composition and arranging.

4:30 to 5:30 pm
Masterclass/Workshop
Town Hall, 2nd Floor Reading Room
730 Mass Avenue, Arlington, MA

7:00-9:00pm
Rufus Reid in concert
with Tim Ray, piano and Steve Langone, drums
Arlington Town Hall
730 Mass Avenue

Info:
Morningside Music Studio
13A Medford St Arlington, MA 02474
617.909.7776

“Lake Tyrrell In Innisfree” composed by Rufus Reid
for the Concert
“A River Runs Through It”
by the Raleigh Civic Symphony.
With this concert the Raleigh Civic Symphony presents music inspired by rivers and water.

Commissioned by the Raleigh Civic Symphony, North Carolina State University
With the Support of the North Carolina State Sustainability Fund
Peter Askim, Music Director

Ray Brown Tribute
To celebrate MCG Jazz’ 30th annual season!
Rufus Reid with a Bass Choir, The Rufus Reid Trio and The Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums

More Info: 412.323.4000

Tickets!

Guest Artist/Adjudicator for The 50th Annual Elmhurst College Jazz Festival

8:15 pm Friday,
“The Judges Concert”
with Michael Abene, Denis Di Blasio,
Pat LaBarbera, Dennis Mackrel,
Andy Martin, & Bobby Shew

Info: (630) 279-4100

Come help me celebrate the life and legacy of Duke Ellington.

I will be attending the 8th Annual Conference of the Jazz Education Network, celebrating 100 years of Recorded Jazz!
This is always an exciting event, packed with friends and musicians, education and concerts, and of course, in New Orleans,food and drink!

Selected Bassist for The 2016-17 Michigan State University Federal Credit Union Guest Artist in Residence

My jazz residency will feature a joint performance with the MSU Jazz Orchestra I, led by Rodney Whitaker

Concert December 9, 2016
Location: Fairchild Theatre, MSU Auditorium,
542 Auditorium Rd
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
Phone: (517) 353-5340
Time: 8:00 PM

Every academic year, four nationally and internationally known jazz artists visit campus for a week-long residency to teach and perform with College of Music students and faculty. During their stay, jazz artists engage the campus community with public concerts and visits to local school systems, including regional tours across the state with MSU Jazz Orchestra I.

Special guest Yosvany Terry – alto & soprano saxophones
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums
Rufus Reid – Bass

Jazz Standard Info: 212-576-2232

Rufus returns!

Study Double Bass with World Class Faculty at a week-long day camp! All ages and levels are welcome.

The Sam Cuddeback Arts Wing at Drew School features a full recording studio, classrooms, practice rooms, a beautiful performance hall and a living exterior wall!

Clinician – Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshop

Two great weeks of Jazz!
Bring your friends!
I will be teaching here both weeks.

Contact Info:
1-800-456-1388
jason@jazzbooks.com

This program focuses on jazz composition
and small ensemble improvisation

Participants present a concert of their original compositions
as the culmination of their week of study and performance
Come Friday to their concert
Hear these excellent young musicians

The Houston Premiere of my commission, “Surround Sound”
Bass Duo with Thomas Helton
We share the stage with The MBDE Dancers:
Robin Gilbert, Roberta Paixao Cortes, Brit Wallis

Two performances: Saturday at 8:00pm
Sunday at 3:00pm
MATCH: The MidTown Arts and Theater Center Houston
Tickets

Facebook: The Michele Brangwen Dance Ensemble

I am so pleased to be coming to Houston to the QBC.
Elisabeth Steves has given me two hours for a Master Class.
Come and share the time with me. I will look forward to seeing you!

The Empire Jazz Orchestra performs
“Quiet Pride~The Elizabeth Catlett Project”
Music Director ~ Dr. William Meckley
Featuring Rufus Reid, composer/bassist

This week-long visit will include:
•Rehearsals with the Jazz Band with Director Yosvany Terry
•Rehearsal/Conversation with the Wind Ensemble with Conductor Mark Olson
•A Public Conversation sponsored by The Learning From Performers Program with Director Tom Lee
•A Public School visit

Concert:
The Eloquent One: Celebrating Rufus Reid
featuring The Harvard Jazz Bands with Rufus Reid
April 9, 2016, 8:00pm
Sanders Theater
617.496.4595

The Richard Davis Bass Conference seeks to develop young musicians by ensuring talented young bassists access to the best and most inspiring teachers and bass masters.

The Unitarian Society Sunday Service
Rufus Reid – Bass
Roberta Piket – Piano
Billy Mintz – Drums

Phone 201-444-6225

The School of Theater & Music
University of Illinois at Chicago

Feature Concert:
UIC Jazz Ensemble with Rufus Reid
Directed by Andy Baker
Featuring the music of
“Quiet Pride ~ The Elizabeth Catlett Project”

Luis Perdomo – piano
Rufus Reid – bass

Mezzrow Jazz Club
Located on the NE corner of West 10th Street and 7th ave
In the basement
Easy to miss so look carefully!

$20 music charge for our featured shows at 9:30 PM.
Includes a pass to Smalls Jazz Club for the same evening.
Student rates of $10 for most shows with ID.

Tel: 646-476-4346
Email: mezzrowclub@gmail.com

A wonderful setting for this trio
Rufus Reid – bass
Glenn Zaleski – piano
Kenneth Salters – drums

Jazz Reservations: 212-885-7119

Dorthaan Kirk hosts The Rufus Reid Trio
Rufus Reid – bass
Glenn Zaleski – piano
Kenneth Salters – drums

Seventh Annual Conference of
The Jazz Education Network

Concert Wednesday, January 6, 2016
JEN LeJENds of Jazz Education Quintet
Bobby Shew – trumpet (2015 LeJENd)
Ed Soph – drums (2014 LeJENd)
Rufus Reid – bass (2013 LeJENd)
Jamey Aebersold – tenor (2012 LeJENd)
Dan Haerle – piano (2012 LeJENd)

Inspirations Stage/Archibald Cochran Ballroom (RT3)
9:00pm – 9:45pm
Don’t be late!

Music on a Sunday Afternoon
At the library with other Teaneck friends
Scott Robinson – Saxophone
Roberta Piket – Piano

Tel.: (201) 837-4171

2015 International Double Bass Festival
The Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, Dan-SA Culture and Art Company Limited

Concert: Friday, Nov. 20
Duo with DaXun Zhang, Solo Bass and Jazz Trio

Lecture/Demonstration to all bass students
~ Master Classes ~
Orchestral and Middle School bass students
Central Conservatory of Music

Rufus Reid – Bass
Tia Fuller – Tenor Saxophone
Steve Allee – Piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – Drums

Note: Open on Sundays for the “We Always Swing” Jazz Series
Advance tickets recommended

Murry’s Restaurant

The Jazz Series
The Rufus Reid Quartet:
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums
Tia Fuller – Tenor Saxophone
Rufus Reid – bass

Bass Master Class ~ Nov 6, 1:30pm – 2:30pm

Concert ~ Nov 7, 7:30pm
Rufus featured with The Lawrence Jazz Ensemble
~And~
The Rufus Reid Quartet

John Handy – Alto Saxophone
Rufus Reid – Bass
Victor Lewis – Drums
David Hazeltine – Piano
Tiffany Austin – Vocals

Michele Rosewoman ~ piano
Rufus Reid ~ bass

Michigan State University Artist Faculty Recital Series Sponsored by WKAR
(Generously sponsored by Patrick and Victoria McPharlin)
Performing “Beguiled” by Rufus Reid
Written for Gwendolyn and Michael Dease
Performed by:
Gwendolyn Dease – Concert Marimba
Michael Dease – Trombone
Rodney Whitaker – Bass

Change the way you play jazz!
I will be teaching here both weeks.

Contact Info:
1-800-456-1388
jason@jazzbooks.com

Two great weeks of Jazz!
Bring your friends!
I will be teaching here both weeks.

Contact Info:
1-800-456-1388
jason@jazzbooks.com

Instructors Include:
David Baker, Director
Rufus Reid
Curtis Fuller
Nathan Davis

This program focuses on jazz composition
and small ensemble improvisation

Participants present a concert of their original compositions
as the culmination of their week of study and performance
Come Friday, June 19 to their concert
Hear these excellent young musicians

I will be attending the International Society of Bassists Conference all week.
I always look forward to this experience.  Hanging out with over 1200 bassists is an experience!
I will be performing while there too.

The ISB will be holding solo, jazz, orchestral and young bassist performance competitions,
and the eighth biennial ISB Maker’s Competition over Monday, June 1st and Tuesday, June 2nd.

My concert:
Friday, June 5, 2015 ~ 2:00pm – 2:50pm
I will be playing some new music. It should be fun!

Rufus will be performing at the International Jazz Festival with
The George Robert/Bob Mintzer Quartet
it is the final week of the festival, so they are giving it a Double Feature!

Marians Jazzroom
Hotel Innere Enge

Reservations
Tel: 031 309 61 11

Rufus will perform Quiet Pride
with the USF Jazz Ensemble
~as part of~
Monday Night Jazz: An Evening of Jazz Classics

Tickets will be available through:
USF College of the Arts Box Office  (813)-974-2323
More info:  info@arts.usf.edu
813-974-2011

Rufus will be presenting at The Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music

Contact Craig Bailey
513-556-5797
craig.bailey@uc.edu

U Indy’s Jazz Week
Presenting Rufus in concert with
Steve Houghton – percussion
Steve Allee – piano

Tickets & more info:  317-788-3251
labensg@uindy.edu

The Nashville Jazz Workshop welcomes The RR Trio for concerts and workshops

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums

Concerts both nights!

Workshops:
Saturday:  10am-noon
Individual workshops (concurrent)
Rufus Reid ~ “Who’s Minding The Store?”
Duduka Da Fonseca ~ “Brazilian Rhythms”
Steve Allee ~ “Harmonic Approaches”

Saturday:  1:30-3:30pm
Workshop by The Rufus Reid Trio ~ “Inside The Rhythm Section”

615.242.5299

Rufus takes his music to The Jazzlab Orchestra

38th Annual Guest Artist Concert with the CLC Monday Night Jazz Ensemble
The College of Lake County Jazz Program
James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts

Saturday:  Clinic ~ Noon to 1:30 pm  ~Free
Sunday:  Concert ~ 4:00 pm

Michael Flack, Director of Bands

Jazz Vespers with this delightful Trio

Rufus Reid – bass
Sara Caswell – violin
Frank Kimbrough – piano

Come hear the first professional performances of Rufus’ compositions, including “Quiet Pride – The Elizabeth Catlett Project”

This Star-studded large ensemble includes:
Rhythm Section:
Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Chris Beck- drums
Vic Juris – guitar
Charenee Wade – voice

Reeds:
John Irabagon – saxophone – lead
Scott Robinson – tenor saxophone, clarinet
Jason Curry- alto sax
Tom Christensen – tenor saxophone, clarinet
Carl Maraghi – bass clarinet, baritone saxophone

Brass:
Tanya Darby-trumpet-lead
Freddie Hendrix – trumpet
Tim Hagans – trumpet
Scott Wendholt – trumpet

Trombones:
Marshall Gilkes
Ryan Keberle
Luis Bonilla
David Taylor – bass trombone

French horns:
John Clark
Vincent Chancey

Come hear these great musicians and this exciting music
Be sure to make reservations
212-576-2232

Note:  The Jazz Standard will have a third set only on Saturday night.

The Thompson Jazz Studies Program welcomes Rufus Reid

Master Classes 1:00pm-3:00pm
Monday, Feb. 16, 2015,  and Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015.

Concert Wed, Feb 18, 2015
First Set:  Rufus performs his music with The CU-Boulder Sextet      Second Set:  Rufus performs his music with The CU-Boulder Big Band

This concert is FREE and open to the public

Info:  303-492-8008

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums
Yosvani Terry – saxophone

Note:  Yosvani was nominated for a GRAMMY Award for
his recording New Throned King
Category:  “Best Latin Jazz Album”

The 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards will take place on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015
Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA
Broadcast live in high-definition TV and 5.1 surround sound on CBS from 8–11:30 p.m. (ET/PT).

The Jazz Awards are given out at The Nokia Theater at 12:30pm, prior to the Broadcast!

For updates and breaking news-
Visit The Recording Academy’s social networks on Twitter and Facebook.

I will be at the conference every day!
Panels, workshops, performances, exhibits
Ppportunities to network and connect!
This is an organization that offer valuable tools to composers.
Come check us out!

I will be leading a panel too!
Friday, January 16. 9:00am!   Don’t be late!

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Chris Beck – drums
Telephone  305-405-JAZZ

Tickets

Today the Grammy Ballots are mailed:

As you may know, I was nominated in two categories for the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards!

Please vote:
Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album
Quiet Pride: “The Elizabeth Catlett Project”
Rufus Reid
Label: Motema Music

AND

Best Instrumental Composition
“Recognition”
Rufus Reid, composer (Rufus Reid)
Track from: Quiet Pride: The Elizabeth Catlett Project
Label: Motema Music; Publisher: Myriad Ltd.

Ballots due returned by January 16, 2015
Watch the GRAMMY Awards on February 8, 2015

This large ensemble will perform the five movement suite, “Quiet Pride

This Five Movement Suite was inspired by the sculptures of Elizabeth Catlett,
One of the Most Important African American Visual Artists of the 20th Century

This Star-studded large ensemble includes:
Rhythm Section:
Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Chris Beck – drums
Vic Juris – guitar
Charanee Wade – voice

Reeds:
Sharel Cassity– lead, alto saxophone, soprano saxophone, flute, clarinet
Scott Robinson – tenor saxophone, clarinet
Jason Curry– alto sax, flute and clarinet
Tom Christensen – tenor saxophone, clarinet
Carl Maraghi – bass clarinet, baritone saxophone

Brass:
Tanya Darby-trumpet-lead
Freddie Hendrix – trumpet
Michael Rodriguez– trumpet
Ingrid Jensen – trumpet

Trombones:
Ryan Keberle
Jason Jackson
Luis Bonilla
David Taylor – bass trombone

French horn:
John Clark
Vincent Chancey

Conductor:
Dennis Mackrel

Target Free Thursday at the David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center
Note:  Free!!   Underwritten by Target

Note:
Approaching 6:30 pm please enter using the
Broadway entrance between 62nd and 63rd Streets

(212) 875-5350

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums
Freddie Hendrix – trumpet
Saxophone – Gary Bartz

The Baltimore Museum of Art  hosts The Baltimore Chamber Jazz Society for all concerts!
Info:  (410) 385-5888

Tim Hagans – Trumpet
Don Friedman – piano
Rufus Reid – bass
Jukkis Uotila – drums

Jazz Reservations:  212-885-7119

All Nite Soul will be honoring the incredible Gene Bertoncini.  There will be over 80 musicians there to honor him and I will be one of them!

“Bertoncini is an affecting, highly original guitarist who moves easily back and forth between classical and jazz guitar.” — The New Yorker

Kirk Lightsey – piano
Rufus Reid – bass
Victor Lewis – drums
Ed Cherry – guitar
Doors open at 7:30pm

Reservations (212) 255-4037

Sponsored by The American Red Cross,  an American Tradition.

Help celebrate the 31st Anniversary of incredible jazz, great food and good friends at the World Class Jazz Concert & Brunch!

The event will begin with brunch at 12:30 PM and transitions to the concert at 2:00 PM.

• Featuring Internationally Renowned Musicians:
• Warren Vaché, Cornet
• Bucky Pizzarelli, Guitar
• Derek Smith, Piano
• Rufus Reid, Bass
• Bill Easley, Tenor Saxophone
• Steve Johns, Drums

Info:  973-579-1600

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee ~ piano
Steve Houghton ~ drums

Come hear Internationally renowned jazz drummer, percussionist, clinician, author, and educator, Steve Houghton, as he joins Rufus Reid and Steve Allee.  You will be glad you did!

Two 75 minute sets!

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Winard Harper – drums
Derrick Gardner – trumpet
Bobby Watson – alto saxophone
JD Allen – tenor saxophone

Performing the music of
“Hues of a Different Blue”

Immediately after the concert, 7:25pm, I will be greeting and signing CDs courtesy of
The Chicago Jazz Magazine which is working once again with the city of Chicago to host autograph sessions and sell CDs/DVDs at the fest this year. The booth is located on the West side of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion and in between both the Von Freeman Pavilion and the Jazz and Heritage Pavilion just east of the promenade.  CDs will be available throughout the Festival
I will bring all three CDs for you: “Hues of a Different Blue” ~ “The Out Front Trio” ~ “Quiet Pride”
Come by and say hello!

From the Artist Bio page of The Chicago Jazz Festival:    “He will lead his adaptable Out Front unit, which began as a trio, expanded to an all-star septet for his 2011 album, Hues of a Different Blue, and today, with a few personnel shuffles, will be a killer sextet. How else to describe a band including alto saxophonist supreme Bobby Watson, the pride of Kansas City, whose Horizons group was the hard bop group of the ’80s; the extraordinary young tenor saxophonist JD Allen; trumpeter Derrick Gardner, leader of the Jazz Prophets and son of Chicago-based big band leader Burgess Gardner; Indiana-rooted pianist Steve Allee, a founding member of Out Front, and super drummer Winard Harper, the greatest living stylistic descendent of the ageless Roy Haynes.”

Come hear this enterprising young woman.

Daniela Schaechter – piano
Rufus Reid – bass
Donald Edwards – drums
Joel Frahm – Saxophone

Jazz Reservations:  212-885-7119

I’ve been here all week. Last day today!

Check out the other instructors!

All ages and levels are welcome

3:00pm Workshop with The Rufus Reid Trio
Featuring:
Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums

8:00pm Concert:
Rufus Reid’s “Out Front” Quintet

Featuring:
Michael Rodriguez – trumpet
Tia Fuller – alto saxophone
Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums

Two sets! 6:00pm & 9:00pm
First-come, first-served for everyone
Shows sell out, arrive early!
Doors open 30 minutes before shows

Faculty:
David Baker
Rufus Reid
Curtis Fuller
Nathan Davis

This program that focuses on jazz composition and small ensemble improvisation

Participants present one or more concerts of original compositions as the culmination of their week of study and performance

A dynamic, multiple emphasis program for classical, jazz, and electric bass.
Bass students, ages 13 – 21, of all genres –
classical, early music, jazz, slap, latin, and electric –
are invited to attend this week of master classes, performances, studio sessions, and more.

Scholarships available for junior high & high school students.

Clinicians include:
Richard Davis
Diana Gannett
Rufus Reid
John Clayton

Oberlin Summer Programs:
Phone: (440) 775-8044
anna.hoffmann@oberlin.edu

I am a participant at the PlayIN for Double Bass hosted by the Philadelphia Orchestra. This evening will have Philadelphia Orchestra musicians playing side-by-side with the participants! Led by Henry G. Scott, Principal Bass Harold Robinson, Assistant Principal Bass Joseph Conyers, David Fay, and Robert Kesselman will be playing!

A FREE community event!
All ages!
A range of abilities!

Registration has closed, so…
Join the audience for this celebration of music and collaboration!

This Five Movement Suite was inspired by the sculptures of Elizabeth Catlett,
One of the Most Important African American Visual Artists of the 20th Century

This Star-studded large ensemble includes:
Rhythm Section:
Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Jonathan Blake – drums
Vic Juris – guitar
Charanee Wade – voice

Reeds:
Steve Wilson – lead, alto saxophone, soprano saxophone, flute, clarinet
Scott Robinson – tenor saxophone, clarinet
Erica von Kleist – alto sax, flute and clarinet
Tom Christensen – tenor saxophone, clarinet
Carl Maraghi – bass clarinet, baritone saxophone

Brass:
Greg Gisbert-trumpet-lead
Freddie Hendrix – trumpet
Tim Hagans – trumpet
Mike Rodriguez – trumpet

Trombones:
Michael Dease
Ryan Keberle
Luis Bonilla
David Taylor – bass trombone

French horn:
John Clark
Vincent Chancey

Conductor:
Dennis Mackrel

One Night Only
Tell all your friends about this CD Release Event.
Come hear these great musicians
Be sure to make reservations
212-576-2232

7:30 – 8:00pm
The West Essex Regional Jazz Band
Guest: Rufus Reid, performing one of his compositions and one of theirs

8:15 – 9:45pm
“One More Once” Big Band
Tim Hayward – Conductor
Rufus Reid – Guest, performing his own compositions, and those of the band

Info and Reservations: 973-744-2600

Rufus will be the Guest Artist/ Clinician at this year’s festival
The bands will be performing some of Rufus’ music

Friday: 5:00pm Clinic for Middle School Students
9:00pm Performance

Saturday 4:00pm Clinic for High School Students
9:30pm Performance

Tele: 609-806-4280

Dave Liebman – sax
Ravi Coltrane – sax
Rufus Reid – bass
Phil Markowitz – piano
Adam Nussbaum – drums

Contact: 410-704-2000

Dave Liebman – sax
Ravi Coltrane – sax
Phil Markowitz – piano
Rufus Reid – bass
Adam Nussbaum – drums

Contact: 212-568-3131

Steve Turre – Trombone
Rufus Reid – Bass
Victor Lewis – Drums
Xavier Davis – Piano
Wallace Roney – Trumpet
Javon Jackson – Saxophone

This celebration of the history of the music of African Americans will feature concerts, clinics, lectures, and workshops for elementary and secondary school students, University of Louisville students, and the general public. This annual initiative was created 18 years ago by U of L Jazz Studies professor Jerry Tolson to help promote cultural diversity.

“Mass Transit” – Rufus Reid’s three movement Orchestral work
Performed by The University Symphony Orchestra
Directed by Kimcherie Lloyd

“Moods” Tranquil, Restless, Celebration
Performed by U of L Jazz Ensemble plus Strings & Woodwinds
Directed by Kimcherie Lloyd

Time For Nostalgia
Come Out And Play
Ode To Ray
The Meddler
Performed by the University of Louisville Jazz Ensemble
Directed by John LaBarbera

NEA Jazz Master Marian McPartland will be celebrated at this event.
Marian learned earlier this year that she had been selected to receive the 2014 Richard J. Bogomolny National Service Award and had planned to attend the event, which will go forward in her honor. I could not be more pleased to be there for her. It will be a lovely evening of music by people who truly were inspired by her.

I will be attending the CMA Conference

CMA is a strong supporter of all Chamber Music,Classical and Jazz.
The Doris Duke Foundation has set aside money to fund grants only for Jazz. Come and see how this organization can help you!

I will be attending this Conference for The Professional Jazz Community

Jim McNeely – piano
Rufus Reid – bass
Adam Nussbaum – drums

Tel: 973.822.2899

Rufus Reid – Bass
Steve Allee – Piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – Drums

Kitano Jazz
Reservations: 212-885-7119

THE NEW JERSEY ASSOCIATION FOR JAZZ EDUCATION
Presents a Day with Rufus Reid
at the 9th Annual
New Jersey State Jazz Conference

Register by November 1, 2013
Free to all NJAJE Members
Non-Members $60.00, includes 1 year NJAJE Membership
Professional Development Credit issued

Contact Jeffrey Haas, Conference Chair
201-207-6736
jhaas@ njaje.org

Marco Pignataro – Tenor and Soprano Saxophones
Rufus Reid – Bass
George Garzone – Tenor Saxophone
Billy Drummond – Drums

This is the 17th Edition of the Dominican Republic Jazz Festival held on the North Coast of The Dominican Republic on the beautiful beach of Cabarete

Cabarete is only 15 minutes East of Sosua and only 25 minutes east from Puerto Plata Gregorio Luperon International Airport

The Great Performance Series
There will be a 30-minute Masterclass following the Performance

Building the Future – Remembering the Past
Celebrating 50 Years
Berlin-Boylston Regional School System
at the New facility for the
Tahanto Reginal Middle/High School

Jazz Brunch on Sunday
Two seatings: 11:00 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.

Mark Zaleski – saxophone
Glenn Zaleski – piano
Rufus Reid – bass

Questions? Jane Cain 978-838-0235
janecain10@gmail.com

Tim Hagans – trumpet
Rufus Reid – bass
Vic Juris – guitar
Jukkis Uotila – drums

Piano – Mike Holober
Bass – Rufus Reid

Bill Charlap _ piano
Sandi Stewart – vocals
Houston Person – tenor saxophone
Jeremy Pelt – trumpet
Steve Davis trombone
Renee Rosnes – piano
Rufus Reid – bass
Tim Horner – drums

Tim Hagans – Trumpet
Rufus Reid – Bass
Vic Juris – Guitar
Jukkis Uotila – drums

July 19 – The Porin Theater – 9:30 pm
July 20 – Cafe Jazz – 10:00pm

Pori Jazz office +358 (0)10 391 6000
Tickets +358(0)60010800 / +358(0)60010020
email: festival@porijazz.fi

The festival area is located at the heart of Pori, on the Kokemäenjoki riverside and the beautiful Kirjurinluoto park

Two great weeks of Jazz!
Rufus will be teaching here
both weeks.

Contact Info:
1-800-456-1388
jason@jazzbooks.com

Two great weeks of Jazz!
Rufus will be teaching here
both weeks.

Contact Info:
1-800-456-1388
jason@jazzbooks.com

Led by Ranaan Meyer, Composer and Soloist
Hal Robinson, Philadelphia Orchestra Principal Bass
Joseph Conyers, Philadelphia Orchestra Assistant Principal Bass
Rufus Reid, Composer and Bassist

The final of four days of intensive double-bass instruction
215-717-3167

Wabass Workshop

Instructors Include:
David Baker, Director
Rufus Reid
Curtis Fuller
Nathan Davis

Rufus will be attending The ISB Conference along with over a thousand other bassists! This is truly a ‘not to be missed’ event!

Premiering “Joy In The Oasis”
Composed by Rufus Reid
Performed by the Ridgewood Concert Band

Special Guest Artist: Rufus Reid
Performing his composition:
“Caress The Thought” written for solo bass

http://www.westside.org
Video Streaming from:
The West Side Presbyterian Church

2013 CUNY Jazz Festival at City College
Tim Hagans – trumpet
Rufus Reid – bass
Dave Stryker – guitar
Jukkis Uotila – drums

Admission Free

The Jazz Masters Series is a co-production of Sarah’s Wine Bar and
Avilena Music Productions, LLC
Featuring Paul Meyers, guitar
Rufus Reid, bass

Make reservations and come early!
203-438-8282

“Quiet Pride” – A five movement work inspired by the sculptures of Elizabeth Catlett
Composed and Conducted by Rufus Reid
Performed by the Bucknell Jazz Band

Works by Elizabeth Catlett will be presented

This composition was made possible by the generosity of The 2006 Raymond and Beverly Sackler Composition Commission

Michael Kocour, Director

Master Class 2:00pm

The Richard Davis Conference seeks to educate bassists from preschool through high school. This is an immersion in bass for 2 days with as many as 80 other young bassists and up to 17 of the nation’s finest teachers and performers.

For information, please contact Jane Vea at janevea@sbcglobal.net or 608-236-0262, 608-234-2384 (cell).

Performers
Martin Erickson, Tuba
Eli Kalman, Piano
The Marvin Stamm Quartet
with Rufus Reid

Francisco Mora Catlett – Leader – Drums
Sam Newsome – Soprano Saxophone
Bruce Williams – Alto Saxophone
Aruan Ortiz – Piano
Roman Diaz – Percussion
Special Guest – Rufus Reid – Bass

3:00pm Dcumentary Film “Keeping The Time:
The Life, Music and Photographs
of Milt Hinton”
Followed by panel discussion
moderated by David G. Berger
with Bill Crow, Dan Morgenstern, Joe Wilder, and Rufus Reid

5:00pm Jazz Vespers with Ben Willimas

7:00pm “The Keeping Time Concert”
Includes “The Judge Meets The Section” with Peter Dominguez, Mimi Jones,
Douglas Weiss, Sue Williams
Soloist: Elias Bailey

Finale: Large Bass Choir

Rehearsals for this exciting concert
February 25 & 26

The Stanford University Jazz Orchestra
Fredrick J. Berry, Director

The NCA Tribute to
Elizabeth Catlett

featuring: AFRO HORN
Jazz/Afro-Cuban Band
Leader: Francisco Mora Catlett
Special Guest: Rufus Reid

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums

The Jazz Room concert is preceded by a “Sittin’ In” meet-the-artist session at 3pm.
Free to all ticket holders. Audience members have a chance to meet and interact with Rufus Reid.

A five-movement work inspired by the sculptures of Elizabeth Catlett
Composed and Conducted by Rufus Reid
Expanded Big Band directed by:
Dr. Dwight Andrews
Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia

The Jazz Education Network’s
4th Annual Conference

with Rufus Reid – bass
Jeb Patton – piano
Willie Jones III – drums

Reservations: 212-258-9595 / 9795

BrooklyNites Jazz: Tim Hagans

Time Hagans – trumpet
Rufus Reid – bass
Vic Juris – guitar
Jukkis Uotila – drums

Presented in partnership with WBGO Jazz 88.3 FM.
Hosted by Rob Crocker.
Reservations suggested: 718-501-6326
Free with museum entranc

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums

Guests:
Chelsea Baratz – tenor saxophone
Josh Evans – trumpet

This FREE concert kicks off a week-long celebration of Newark’s jazz heritage,
starting the James Moody Democracy of Jazz Festival

Bethany Baptist Church Info

Rufus Reid – Bass
Steve Allee – Piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – Drums

Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz
Tel: 717-540-1010

Rufus Reid – Bass
Steve Allee – Piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – Drums

Kitano Jazz
Reservations: 212-885-7119

This festival has become one of Europe’s important summer events.
Rufus will teach here all week.

In Concert:
Saturday, July 28, 8:00pm
Rufus Reid’s SJP All-Stars
Hawkswell Theatre

Two great weeks of Jazz!
Rufus will be teaching here
both weeks.

Contact Info:
1-800-456-1388
jason@jazzbooks.com

Two great weeks of Jazz!
Rufus will be teaching here
both weeks.

Contact:
1-800-456-1388
jason@jazzbooks.com

Instructors Include:
David Baker
Rufus Reid
Curtis Fuller
Nathan Davis

Directed by Ryan Truesdell
with Rufus Reid on bass
Ryan will lead a different Evans program on each of these four gala nights covering
(a) Evans’ work for the Claude Thornhill big band in the 1940s on 5/17;
(b) Evans’ music for his albums New Bottle Old Wine and Great Jazz Standards on 5/18;
(c) the 1964 Verve album The Individualism of Gil Evans on 5/19;
(d) Evans’ beautiful arrangements for vocalists on 5/20.

Tel: 212-576-2232

CD Release Event
with Rufus Reid, Ron Horton
and Ali Jackson

2112-885-7119

The Rockland County Jazz and Blues Society, Inc. presents:
A Concert with Rufus Reid and Jim McNeely,
world renowned jazz pianist and composer

For Tickets:
www.carnegieroom.org
Or call: 845-608-3593

In person: the Nyack Library Circulation Desk
By mail:
The Nyack Library
59 South Broadway
Nyack, NY 10960

Final Concert
21st Annual Jazz Festival

Cornell University Jazz Band
with guest artist Rufus Reid
Paul Merrill, Director

7:00pm Pre-Concert Talk, Host Eric Schmitz
7:30pm Concert

Part of the Ke-Nekt Chamber Music Series

TICKETS: General Public $15; Seniors/Faculty/Staff $12; SUNY Oswego Students $6

A week end for young bassists
Preschool through high school
Emphasis on European Classical,
Jazz and Electric Bass

The 12th Edition of Jazz en Rafale

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka DaFonseca – drums

Concert – Free!

The Oberlin Jazz Ensemble
with Rufus Reid, Soloist
Performing the music of Rufus Reid

Free! No tickets required! All Welcome!

Bass Master Class conducted by Rufus Reid

Free! No Tickets! All are welcome!

Join Rufus in an afternoon Composer’s Workshop.

Free!  No tickets required. All are welcome!

Get to know Rufus in this general forum.

A four movement work inspired by the sculptures of Elizabeth Catlett
Composed and Conducted by Rufus Reid
Performed by The Louisiana State University Jazz Ensemble
Works by Elizabeth Catlett will be presented in collaboration with the LSU Museum of Art

More information

Rufus Reid – bass
Mulgrew Miller – piano
Carl Allen – drums
Tribute to the late Dr. Martin Krivin, founder of The Jazz Studies and Performance Program
William Paterson University

3:00 pm  “Sittin’ in”
an informal ‘Meet the Artist’
Room 101 of Shea Center

Benny Golson – Saxophone
Rufus Reid – Bass
Mike LeDonne – Piano
Carl Allen – Drums

Hill Country Jazz Festival: featuring Rufus Reid in the festival’s final concert.

Rufus Reid – Bass
Dennis Mackrel – drums
Robin Eubanks – trombone
Jerry Weldon – tenor saxophone
Jesse Green – piano
Warren Wolf – vibraphone

featuring Rufus Reid
Wallace Roney
Jeff ‘Tain’ Watts
Cyrus Chestnut
Antonio Hart
George Garzone

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums
Freddie Hendrix – trumpet, flugelhorn
Steve Wilson – alto sax

with:
Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca- drums
Freddie Hendrix – trumpet
Bobby Watson – alto sax
J.D. Allen – tenor sax

with:
Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca- drums
Freddie Hendrix – trumpet
Bobby Watson – alto sax
J.D. Allen – tenor sax

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums

The music of Rufus Reid
Performed by The All-Star Jazz Orchestra

The Melodi International Collaborations Concert
Sponsored by The Jazz Foundation of South Africa

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Tim Horner – drums
Freddie Hendrix – trumpet
J.D. Allen – Tenor Saxophone

1:00pm – Public Workshop with the Rufus Reid Trio

Rain or Shine – Free

Instructors include:
David Baker
Rufus Reid
Nathan Davis

Rufus Reid – bass
Norman Simmons – piano

performed by The American Composers Orchestra

Presented with Columbia’s Institute for Jazz Studies, American Composers Orchestra launches the first ever Jazz Composers Orchestra Institute Readings.

The Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra
Conducted by Peter Askim
Performing Rufus Reid’s “Mass Transit”

The Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra
Conducted by Peter Askim
Premiering Rufus Reid’s “Mass Transit”

Rufus Reid – bass
Roni Ben-Hur – guitar

Free!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Teaneck Public Library

Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka Da Fonseca – drums

Rufus Reid – bass
Scott Robinson – horns
Alan Farnum – piano

Paul Meyers – guitar
Rufus Reid – Bass

The Youth Symphony of DuPage
featuring Joe Guastefeste, Principle Bassist of The Chicago Symphony

Premiering Orchestra Arrangement of “Caress The Thought” by Rufus Reid

guests:
Rufus Reid – bass
Larry Gray – bass

Performing the music of Rufus Reid
featuring Rufus Reid

The Rufus Reid Trio
Rufus Reid – bass
Steve Allee – piano
Duduka DaFonseca – drums

Tim Hagens – trumpet
Rufus Reid – bass
Vic Juris – guitar
Karl-Martin Almqvist – tenor sax
Obed Calvaire – drums