Dear Members and friends of Goa Chitra,
Greetings from Goa Chitra. We would like to thank you once again for your continuous support to Goa Chitra and for being there to help us follow this dream of preserving the past for posterity. We look forward to seeing you for the upcoming event featuring ‘Tribute to the Ladies of Jazz’ – featuring some of the renowned musicians in the world of jazz and blues nationally and internationally. The line up includes Yvonne Gonsalves (Vocals), Sharon Rodriguez (Vocals), Darryl Rodrigues (key`s & vocals), Anthony Fernandes (Bass), Bosco Dsouza (Drums), Bob Tinker from France (Trumpet) and Colin Laguna from Netherlands (Saxophone). Check details below. The concert will be held at Goa Chitra, Benaulim on 23rd of February, 2013 from 8:00 pm – 10pm followed by dinner. To avail of a 60% discount and other benefits and privileges at Goa Chitra, those Members who have not renewed their membership are kindly requested to do so at the earliest. For group bookings of 6 and above members there would be a flat 40% discount. There would be no reservation of tables. The seating would be six guests per table on first come first serve basis. Gates will be opened at 7.30pm sharp. For new membership kindly call 08322772910, 08326570877 for details. Thank you for all the support to Goa Chitra. Warm regards, Victor Hugo Gomes (Curator, Goa Chitra) Acclaimed Musicians to Pay Tribute to The Ladies Of Jazz, Live At Goa Chitra After five houseful concerts of the Great Music Revival series, Goa Chitra presents its sixth concert of the season with Internationally acclaimed musicians who come together to pay tribute to ‘The Ladies Of Jazz’ on the 23rd of February, 8 pm onward at the intimate Goa Chitra amphi-theatre. One of its kind, this concert promises to enthral the audience once again with some hot smoking tunes right through the evening. Every track they cover shall bare a distinct stamp of each musician’s forte and maturity, capturing the music’s emotion. The first half is promised to be filled with noteworthy pieces. The ensemble shall warm up the audience with a “Tribute to the ladies of Jazz”- Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Anita O'Day belting songs like ‘How High the Moon’; ‘Mack The Knife’; ‘Misty’; ‘Lullaby of Birdland’; ‘Green Dolphin Street’; ‘Body & Soul’; ‘Taking a chance on Love’; ‘The nearness of you; and ‘The man I love’ to name a few of what shall be an captivating evening. The band is made up of renowned musicians in the world of jazz and blues nationally and internationally. The line up includes Yvonne Gonsalves (Vocals), Sharon Rodriguez (Vocals), Darryl Rodrigues (key`s & vocals), Anthony Fernandes (Bass), Bosco Dsouza (Drums), Bob Tinker from France (Trumpet) and Colin Laguna from Netherlands (Saxophone). Yvonne Gonsalves, the daughter of “Chic Chocolate”, the legendary trumpeter and band leader and wife of the famous Saxophonist, Braz Gonsalves began singing professionally in 1967, gaining a name for herself as a powerful vocalist. She has sung with some of the finest jazz musicians from across the globe. Sharon Rodriguez’s versatility as a singer is reflected in her repertoire which consists of the jazz standards, retro, ballads, techno, latino and disco. A member of the famous ‘AQUA FLOW’ Mumbai, Sharon has enthralled audiences world over with tours in Canada, the middle east and Europe. She has worked for music directors such as A.R Rahman, Anu Malik, Daboo Malik, Sandesh Shandiliya, Ismail Darbar, Rajesh Roshan, Himesh Reshammiya, Jatin Lalit, Nadeem Shravan She has also provided back up vocals on Indi Pop albums for artistes such as Akbar Sami, Adnan Sami, Sukhwindara Singh, Daler Mehndi, Vikas Bhalla, Tanya Singh, Suchitra Krishnamoorty, Shaan etc. to name just a few. Bob Tinker (Trumpet- Flugelhorn) from UK, living in France - has been playing at Le Reveillon Jazz Cafe, Paris, on weekends - also, is part of the Glen Miller Memorial International Band, touring all over Europe. Bob is a session musician who has travelled and performed in Hong Kong, Japan and other Asian countries including India. Colin Laguna (Jazz-saxophone), part of the Royal conservatory from the Netherlands, is a frequent visitor to India- He writes his own songs: chords, melody & lyrics. He has played world over in jazz-duo's, -trio's and jazz-quartets, a Big Band and two soul/funk formations Darryl Rodrigues (key`s & vocals): of the "aqua flow" fame from Mumbai .has performed with the legends of music including ,the late "Chris Perry", Asha Bhonsle, Sharon Prabhakar, Suneeta Rao, Colonial Cousins, Ash-Chandler and Mansi Scott to name a few. Anthony Fernandes (Bass). is very passionate about jazz music ever since he has started playing the bass. Has played with Helen Louise Jones from England and more.. Bosco Dsouza (Drums), has travelled to Europe gulf and toured widely across India as a drummer and percussionist .His experiences are with some of the great musicians, such as sitar maestro Niladri Kumar, Bondo, Remo Fernandes, Eka and many more. The event shall commence from 8.00 p.m. sharp to 10.00 p.m.; followed by dinner. There would be limited entry, please confirm booking by 21st of February 2013. For details contact on 08326570877 / 08322772910/09850446065. The Great Music Revival Concert series is a creative initiative to promote the Goa Chitra's membership drive and raise funds for the museum. Those who wish to be a privileged member of Goa Chitra may call on the above numbers or email to goachi...@gmail.com for details. Members please collect entry pass from Goa Chitra reception. END