merry everything

Hello Friends!

Last gig of the year -- THIS SUNDAY, December 16th @ Kudu Coffee! And yes, we will be playing your favorite holiday tunes! We start at 2pm and end around 5pm. Last time the rain brought us in...will the cold bring us inside this weekend?! Come out and wear your ugliest Christmas sweater, reindeer headband or jingle ball necklace and sing along! Full quartet will be in action on Sunday....that's me (vocals), David Linaburg (guitar), Gerald Gregory (keys) and Nick Jenkins (drums). It's FREE!! And for those of you who want to purchase that CD as a gift, see me on Sunday!

Have a Merry Christmas, Happy Holiday Season and good health, peace and happiness for the New Year!

Love,
Leah

abb. t.u. - cds on sale! - redux anniversary + kudu

Hello My Friends!

Well, after taking a few days to gorge myself with several feasts over Thanksgiving, I am back and in "work" mode. It was a nice holiday and I took some time to rest and reflect. I sincerely thank all of you that were in attendance at the CD Release Show @ Theatre 99 a couple of weeks ago! I was so thrilled to have so many incredibly talented musicians on stage with me and see so many of your beautiful faces in the audience! THANK YOU! I have LOTS of individuals and businesses to give shout outs to, but please give me a little more time for a rather complete list, so excuse the abbreviated thank you....I have some important happenings to fill you in on for this week! Hope to see you soon and somewhere! Paz y Amor, Leah

REDUX Contemporary Art Center
5 Year Anniversary ART AUCTION & BASH!
THIS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30th!

Redux is celebrating its 5TH anniversary as a non-profit art center this year with an exciting evening and live art auction in the newly renovated Charleston Art Institute building. Over 65 paintings, sculptures, photographs and drawings by some of the most accomplished artists in the region will be available for bidding during this exciting event.

Friday, November 30th 6-10pm
Art Institute of Charleston (E.Bay St. / Market St.)
Celebration & Preview 6-8pm
Auction starts at 8pm

Music By:
Garage Cuban Band {Bill Carson, Nathan Koci, Jonathan Gray, Jack Burg, & Ron Wiltrout}
and Leah Suarez & Friends

Click Here to preview all 65 available works!!!
http://www.reduxstudios.org/Exhibition%20Photos/Web%20Photos/viewer.swf

Show your support...
Ticket prices includes cocktails and light hors d'oeuvres
$50 Renewing Member (w/ 1 year membership to Redux)
$25 Members

Call 843-722-0697 now to reserve tickets!!!
or click here to purchase via paypal
http://www.reduxstudios.org/
*all proceeds go to our non-profit programs*

Artists Included in the Auction:
Seth Curcio, Julie Henson, Karin Olah, Tattfoo Tan, Jarod Charzewski, Lisa Shimko, Mary Walker, Robert Lange, Kevin Hoth, Townsend Davidson, Kaminer Haislip, Tina Hirsig, Erik Johnson, Jessie Kendall, Dorothy Netherland, Bob Snead, Seth Gadsden, Jonathan Brilliant, Bob Brown, Michael Gray, Colleen Terrell, Leslie McKeller, John Duckworth, Austin Shultz, Linda Fantuzzo, Andrew Dyke, Jeff Kopish, Donna Hurt, Sandy Logan, ... plus many, many, more.

Event Sponsors: Art Institute of Charleston,Red Bull, Social, Out of Hand, Dixie Supply, Firefly Vodka and Fast & French, Little Black Book.

Festive attire is encouraged.

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KUDU COFFEE THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2nd!

Gerald Gregory on keys will join me this Sunday, December 2nd for another relaxing Sunday afternoon at Kudu Coffee. Come enjoy your favorite refreshment and our tunes this Sunday from 2-5pm. Who knows, we may even throw in a few of those Christmas favorites! Oh, and it is a good place to crash while you're waiting for traffic to clear from the Christmas Parade! Kudu is located at 4 Vanderhorst Street, between King & St. Philip Streets! It's nice to see the regulars.

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FOUND FREEDOM ON SALE NOW!

If you didn't get your copy of "Found Freedom" at the show and would like to buy one...or two, or three....you can find them in the following local Charleston locations:

52.5 Records - Downtown Charleston, 561 King Street - Go in, see Clay, buy lots of music, zines, pins, stickers, etc! They have it all! This is the only Downtown location CDs will be available for the time being.

Avondale Wine & Cheese - Avondale, West Ashley, 813 - B Savannah Highway - Go in, have a glass of fantastic wine, see Manoli. Tastings are Mondays & Thursdays 5 - 7pm. Better yet....help decorate for the holidays by bringing an ornament in on Saturday, December 1st...and get a bubbly surprise for $1. :) This is the only West Ashley location the CDs are available for now.

Barnes & Noble - Mt. Pleasant Towne Center - Highway 17 North - Go in, visit my friends and former co-workers, get a book for MUSC Children's Hospital's HAPPY WHEELS and of course pick up "Found Freedom!" Free gift wrapping, too, from the smiling volunteers of Happy Wheels (please make a donation)! It seriously is a fantastic organization that takes books, music and toys on a cart through the Children's Hospital @ MUSC once a week to bring a smile to critcally ill patients. They really are angels!

"Found Freedom" will be available to purchase online soon via CD Baby! Or, I will always have them available at my gigs. So, come out, see me! :)

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A FEW NOTEWORTHY PERFORMANCES THIS WEEK + END....

Thursday, November 29th
Robert Lewis & Fearless Jones @ Porgy's Other Place - 9:30pm -12:30am
Robert Lewis (saxophones), Ron Wiltrout (drums), Frank Duvall (keyboards)

Halsey Institute: Paper Moon
Saturday, December 1st | 9pm | C of C Recital Hall
The Halsey Institute has commissioned a collaboration between the NMC and Geoffrey Cormier. On this night we will present Geoff's Wayang Modern, modern shadow puppet theater with new and arranged music by the New Music Collective. 54 St. Philip Street

New Music New Charleston
December 2nd | 8pm | Circular Church
The New Music Collective presents its next concert. Performances by all local players of works by Cerrone, Clyne, Cooper, Reich, So, and Wollschleger. Premieres of works by Nathan Koci and Michael Hanf.
$10, $5 for students | Circular Congregational Church | 150 Meeting Street

recovery

Hello Friends!!
Thank you all so much for coming out to Theatre 99 to celebrate with me this past Thursday! What a celebration! I had a blast and really cannot thank you enough for being a part of such an incredible evening. It was just so much fun for me on stage, to finally release this music and be able to perform in a perfect space. Though I unfortunately did not get to personally talk to or see a lot of you, please know that your presence there truly meant more than you'll ever know. This is the first CD released as "Leah Suarez" and that makes me proud. I have so many people to thank, but give me a little bit to catch my breath and that long list will be posted on my blog soon enough! In the meantime, enjoy this weekend! And be sure to find me to purchase "Found Freedom" or it will be in stores soon and available online next week!! I'll make sure I send out my email announcement with details.

In the meantime, I hope that you'll join me tomorrow, Sunday, November 18th @ Kudu Coffee for a relaxing Sunday afternoon of music provided by yours truly, along with Dave Linaburg on guitar and Nick Jenkins on percussion. It's a date change - apologies for the late notice! We'll be playing from 2-5pm.

More coming soon!!

Hug someone!
Leah

Found Freedom - CD RELEASE CELEBRATION!!

CD RELEASE CELEBRATION!
NEXT THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15th @ THEATRE 99!

I am excited to announce the release of FOUND FREEDOM - my new EP - the first as 'Leah Suarez!' I am very excited about the release celebration show at Theatre 99 on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15th @ 8pm!! TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW ONLINE AT THEHAVENOTS.COM OR LEAHSUAREZ.COM. Get your tickets soon! There is limited seating available in this intimate atmosphere.

It's going to be a fantastic evening with some incredible local talent joining me for the evening, including: Gerald Gregory on piano and organ, David Linaburg on electric and acoutic guitars, Nathan Koci on accordion and flugelhorn, Kevin Hamilton on bass, Ron Wiltrout on percussion, Nick Jenkins on drums, with special guests Bill Carson, Matthew Bivins, Lindsay Holler and Duda Lucena!! Album Artist Nathan Durfee will be on hand with his original artwork (prints) from the album. Tickets are only $10 and available online now or by calling 843-853-6687.

I hope that you will be able to join me on this special evening as all of you have been so very supportive of me and my music over the years - and especially this past year. I am quite grateful for Brandy & Greg of The Havenots & Theatre 99 for hosting such a special event - one where I will be surrounded by and performing with some of my best friends, family and supporters. "Found Freedom" is really "me" for the first time. Five of the eight selections are my original compositions on the album, so I feel especially proud of the content. Album Artist, Nathan Durfee and graphic designer, Lindsay Windham have really been responsible for making this album's beautiful packaging and making my music come to life visually.

Show starts @ 8pm; Doors open @ 7:30. Theatre 99 is located at 280 Meeting Street above the Bicycle Shoppe. The entrance is up the stairs at the back of the building. Parking is available in metered spaces on Meeting Street and the garages on George and Wentworth Streets. Remember, remember the FIFTEENTH of November! Thank you for all of your support and I can't wait to CELEBRATE with you all!!! PS...CDs & Merchandise will be for sale by cash & check only.

Paz,
Leah

thank you!

A big thank you to all who came out to Nathan Durfee's Opening Reception! It was a fantastic turn out and the show did really well! It will be on display for the next three weeks, so definitely make a point to stop by and see the beauty on the walls at Modernisme Gallery as soon as you can! You can't miss it...look for the lovely sunflowers in the windows. Remember that there are still prints from the album up for sale as well as painting s by DURF in various sizes and those oh-so-hip sketchbooks! I'll post some pictures soon from that night....we had such a great time playing and it was the official unveiling of the soon-to-be-released EP, "Found Freedom!" The CDs just arrived last week and now it's show time! I cannot tell you how happy I am about the artwork and soon we'll be presenting the music for your listening pleasure. The show is coming up and we've got a good group of special guests and regular friends on the bill for the 15th. Bring your friends, neighbors, everyone and anyone. TICKETS ON SALE NOW BY CLICKING HERE! Can't wait to celebrate with you!

Love, Leah

DURF's ART, OUR music

This Saturday, November 3rd @ Modernisme Gallery, artist and friend, Nathan Durfee, will present "Celebrations of Stems & Clouds." He is talking about his work @ 5:30pm and the Opening Reception begins at 6pm lasting until 9pm. Nathan's work fills the gallery now and it looks really incredible! We {Leah Suárez on vocals, Gerald Gregory on keys, Nathan Koci on accordion & flugelhorn, David Linaburg on guitar and Nick Jenkins on drums) will be playing for the reception!

It will be nasty, in a really GREAT way! Nathan is responsible for the beautiful artwork and design for my upcoming CD Release, "Found Freedom." The CD has arrived and will be pre-released for those who are buying prints from the CD at Nathan's show. Otherwise, they will be released on Thursday, November 15 @ Theatre 99! Tickets on sale now!! Nathan has created four beautiful prints from the CD artwork and they are selling at the show in very limited editions of 10 each. I have included those images below. He also has his ink drawings, sketchbooks, other digital work and incredible oil on canvas for a wide range of prices, starting from $75. For more information, contact the Modernisme Gallery at 843.763.1551 or visit one of the sites below!

nathandurfee.com
leahsuarez.com
modernismegallery.com
thehavenots.com

AS ALWAYS, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!! WE WILL SEE YOU ON SATURDAY!!!

"Found Freedom II" - 2'x2' - $250 -This is the art from the dedication page of the album.
"Found Freedom I" - 2'x2' - $250 - This is from the cover album art!

"The Stairwell" - 11x17" - This is a combination and variation on the inside booklet artwork depicting the song "Rest In Peace."
"The Cast" - 11x17" - $150 - This is artwork combined from the inside booklet and the actual on-disc art. The man depicts the song "Beautiful Stranger," while the woman on the right depicts "Dangerous Dance." The bird and sunflower are the images on the actual disc.

@ kudu!

This Sunday, October 28th, the whole gang is at Kudu Coffee! We'll (hopefully) be playing on the patio from 2-5pm. It's a beautiful atmosphere....lots of fun people, good music and great coffee and teas! If you're lucky enough, owner John Saunders will be around the shop. See you Sunday!

Also, we're gearing up for next Saturday, November 3rd for Nathan Durfee's Solo Show Reception @ Modernisme Gallery. For more information, please visit nathandurfee.com or modernismegallery.com.

Oh, and there's a little project I've been working on...it's being released on November 15th @ Theatre 99. For more information, please visit thehavenots.com or leahsuarez.com.

This poster...
Photo by Alice Keeney; Design by Olive*Argyle

ep release!!

I am excited to officially announce the release of my EP, 'Found Freedom!' There are many more details to come. For now, enjoy the promotional poster with artwork by Nathan Durfee (DURF). Nathan created the beautiful artwork for the entire album! It is something special, for sure. The album artwork will be for sale at his upcoming solo show @ Modernisme Gallery. You don't want to miss it! Saturday, November 3rd...Artist Lecture @ 5:30pm with a fun reception from 6-9pm. Did I mention we're playing?! For more information or if you are interested in a preview of Nathan's work, please go by Modernisme Gallery at 21 Magnolia Road and see owner, Kristy Cifuentes or visit the gallery's website, modernismegallery.com. Or...check out Durf's work on his website.... nathandurfee.com. And oh yeah...November 15th! Theatre 99!! Found Freedom RELEASE!!! See you this Sunday @ Kudu....it's the whole gang, so I do hope that you'll join us. 2-5pm, 4 Vanderhorst Street.

Until then....Leah

tomorrow!

You don't want to miss it tomorrow...the show, that is! Many, many details below in my last post...however, if you want more, just let me know...shoot me an email - I'd love to hear from you! Better yet, I'd love to see you tomorrow night @ the show! Tickets available HERE. Thank you for your continued support and for staying informed. I hope you all are doing well! Don't forget to check out those friends of mine in the links section to your right. They are doing good things...

Enjoy your weekend!

Best,
Leah

buzzzz. October 12th - be there!

Hello, Hello!! Remember that busy fall I have been going on and on about? Well, it's here! This week, there's lots going on and I hope that we'll see you soon! This week I have been working hard to finish that much anticipated EP as well. Found Freedom coming soon....released November 15th!

NEXT FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12th @ MODERNISME GALLERY - BUY TICKETS HERE!


This show will be our one and only shows @ Modernisme Gallery this fall! We will be playing a good mix of music - straight up Jazz standards, some bossa nova and a couple of my own tunes! I'm excited about my "not-so-new" friends joining me for this show. It will be quite a treat, as we will be playing acoustically for the most part. As for the band...Gerald Gregory on piano, Nathan Koci playing accordion and flugelhorn, Kevin Hamilton on upright bass and Ron Wiltrout on drums and percussion. The show starts @ 8pm, but doors open at 7pm, leaving lots of time to peruse Modernisme's beautiful artwork by contemporary artists. We will play one set, lasting approximately 80 minutes. Tickets are $20, which includes complimentary wine throughout the event. Wine provided by Avondale Wine & Cheese Seating is general admission and very limited. Tickets available for purchase HERE! If you haven't yet made it out for a "Modernisme Show," this is your one and only chance this season! It's a very intimate atmosphere....allowing for a "storytellers" type setting and a chance to experience live music in a unique and personal way. Thank you to Modernisme's owner, Kristy Cifuentes for supporting live music and contemporary art. And thank YOU for supporting us!

TONIGHT, 10.04.07
"Brainstorm" Art Show to benefit the Eckman Family Fund - Upstairs @ Rue de Jean - more info

SUNDAY, 10.07 - Duo @ Kudu with a special guest (back from Japan!) - 2pm - 5pm - more info

More dates to keep in mind...
November 3rd @ Modernisme - Nathan Durfee's Solo Show
November 15th @ Theatre 99 - Found Freedom Release Show & Party!

Enjoy the weekend!

Paz y Amor,
Leah

fall, hugo & kudu

This weekend marks an official change of seasons....and, well, it is definitely fall! I can tell by my calendar! Today, in particular though, marks the anniversary of a hurricane that we experienced here in Charleston many years ago, aptly named 'Hugo'. It was another world then...pre-911, pre-Katrina...it was 18 years ago, so I was also 8 years old and my world was a lot different. My home of Charleston was a VERY different place then...my playground was literally the shores of Sullivan's Island and there was only one way on and off of that island. We were homeless, without electricity in the shelters, little food and water to ration out between many and left with that smell of mildew that still rests, even today, in the photo albums that were barely salvageable. And though recovery seemed so far away, we had each other...and we had a new appreciation for all that we loved and what was important. I'm thankful for that time.

SEE COMPLETE update HERE! Lately I have been in "crunch time" for an EP Release! There are deadlines to meet...and lots to do before everything comes together, but I do feel good about the TEAM of artists involved! Please be sure to check out my list of links on my blog....they are my friends and colleagues...and they do wondrous things! I really do hope to see you soon...and if not, at least hear how YOU are doing!

THIS Sunday, September 23rd, I will be at Kudu Coffee joined by David Linaburg on guitar.
We start at 2pm, end at 5 and play a lot of music in between! Come by, say hello!

And here are some more important dates for the calendar...

October 4th - Upstairs @ Rue de Jean:"Brainstorm"Art Show & Fundraiser to benefit the Eckman Family Fund 6-9pm
October 12th - Me with my Friends {Gerald, Kevin, Nathan & Ron} @ Modernisme Gallery- 8pm
October 25th - Dine & Drink In The Pink: pink pARTini party/fundraiser for the Charleston Breast Center
November 3rd - Celebrations of Stems & Clouds by Nathan Durfee
November 15th - EP RELEASE @ THEATRE 99!!!

Sea libre,
Leah

busy, busy, busy....as a little bee

I told you this fall was shaping up to be a busy one, right? Well, it's been a busy WEEK, planning for the busy fall season and I am giddy with excitement for what's next! This weekend is a private party on Saturday, but then Sunday afternoon (9/23), David Linaburg and I will be at Kudu Coffee from 2-5pm. David is a fabulous person and very talented guitar player and it will be a nice change for the cooler weather. I really look forward to my dates at Kudu...they're just so relaxing and it makes for such a great atmosphere for the music I play. Come out, bring your friends....enjoy your Sunday, for the modest price of a cup of coffee.

There's an art opening on October 4th that's shaping up....more info on that soon. Tickets on sale soon for October 12th @ Modernisme Gallery. This one's going to be a great, acoustic vibe with new music and some new friends playing! The show will start at 8pm...so mark your calendars. On the "friends list" so far...Gerald Gregory (keys), Nathan Koci (flugelhorn + accordian), Kevin Hamilton (bass).

Did I mention that I'm planning to release my first 'Leah Suarez ' EP in November?! We'll celebrate the incredible artwork by Nathan Durfee on November 3rd at his solo show, Celebrations of Stems and Clouds at Modernisme Gallery and then we'll really throw down at Theatre 99 on Thursday, November 15th!! Again, I ask that you "Remember, remember the 15th of November." (yes, I know it's supposed to be the 5th, but work with me here.)

This month has been concentrated on the EP Release. I have been in hands-on production mode, from mixing and mastering with Quentin to writing liner notes and working with Nathan on all the graphics. We have our release date, so now it's just pumping out the work before our order deadline of October 1st. I am getting more and more excited, but I am definitely feeling the crunch. There's always more than you expect....and I LOVE IT! It will be "me" for the first time....and for this not being the original intention for the fall, it's coming out better than I could have ever imagined. We are SO close to getting all the puzzle pieces together. Now it's just the final touches.....I'll keep you posted and I just hope that you'll really make the effort to support our effort by being at Nathan's solo show on November 3rd and my EP Release on November 15th. All of the work Nathan has produced for this EP will be on view and for sale at his solo show. It's been an incredible creative adventure that I can't wait to share!

paz y amor siempre,
Leah

celebrating 1 year! iShow @ modernisme

I hope to see you all this weekend at Modernisme's Anniversary Celebration! The iShow: You Are Where. This is really the first event for the fall and is yet another reason to celebrate. Gerald Gregory and I will be performing as a vocal/piano duo again, in a beautiful art gallery, surrounded by edgy, contemporary and accessible art! It's really a neat concept, with 6 of the gallery's 13 artists creating new artwork around a single concept. In a world where everything is compressed to make it more accessible to the masses, how has that shaped our society's identity...and even more so, our own identities? In response to that theme, we as musicians are taking an organic approach. Though we are just "reception musicians" for the evening, from 6pm-9pm by the way, Gerald will be playing a real, acoustic, upright piano and I will be using minimal amplification. It's not the mp3 version you are used to hearing compressed yet again to squeeze out of your laptop's speakers. It's real music by real musicians...with real instruments. :) Again, it's tomorrow, Saturday, September 8th @ Modernisme Gallery. Go HERE for more information...or just come by! 21 Magnolia Road in Avondale, Charleston. There will be an artist round table discussion that begins at 5pm. There really are some incredibly talented artists represented by Modernisme....I hope that you will come out and support the efforts of their creativity, imagination and visual voice. If you cannot make it this weekend, stop by another time...

In addition to this show, the full band will be performing on Sunday out at Palmetto Park for a Picnic sponsored by the Vineyard. It's going to be a lot of fun...it's free...it starts around 2:o0 and goes until about 5pm. It's only $1 to get into the park and then you can just come by and eat, drink and be merry. That will be me, Gerald Gregory on keys, David Linaburg on guitar and Nick Jenkins on drums.

Let's see....in other news...I'll have to write out those thoughts later. For now, let's concentrate on getting to Modernisme Gallery on Saturday! See you then!!! Take care of yourselves and each other!

Paz y Amor Siempre,
Leah

relaxing tunes for a sunday afternoon

Enjoy a cup 'o' coffee, tea or tasty pasty at your favorite neighborhood coffee shop...meanwhile, we'll play some tunes to set the mood...and you, too, can find elephants, such as the one above, at Kudu Kitu, their gallery. This little guy sits on my desk in my studio, reminding me how beautiful all of those imperfections are. He's had an interesting life, I am sure. I hope to see some of you this Sunday...and if not, I expect to see you sometime this fall. There will be lots to choose from.

Leah Suarez
with Gerald Gregory on keys

Kudu Coffee
4 Vanderhorst Street, Downtown Charleston
2pm-5pm
kuducoffee.net

And don't forget to mark your calendars...

September 8th @ Modernisme Gallery - iShow: You Are Where
Group Show & Anniversary Reception
more info? go here....modernismegallery.com

October 12th - 8pm show @ Modernisme Gallery - details soon!

November 3rd - 6-9pm - Nathan Durfee presents...
Celebrations of Stems and Clouds
Solo Show Reception @ Modernisme Gallery

November 15th - you better be here....details soon!

In the meantime, I am diligently working behind the scenes on a few special little projects, soon to be announced! Stay tuned, stay real, stay in touch! Thank you for your support through email and for coming out!

Paz,
Leah

it's a date!

remember, remember the fifteenth of november. 8pm @ theatre 99. charleston, south carolina. it's just where you need to be. stay tuned...more soon!

duo @ kudu - this sunday, july 29th

photography by heather keller
poster layout and design by olive argyle

This Sunday I'm back at Kudu thanks to owner John Saunders. It'll be a duo gig with my friend and usual suspect, Gerald Gregory on keys. Be sure to visit with the friendly baristas and enjoy a cup of coffee, a fancy latte or try my favorite for the summer, Mango Tea! We start at 2pm and end at 5pm, and given the unbearable heat and humidity planned for this weekend, we will more than likely be inside. Kudu is located off of King and Vanderhorst Streets, in the heart of Downtown Charleston.

Hope you are enjoying this summer and hope to see you soon!

And on a not-so-side note - GO SEE MY FRIEND, JOY, starring in "The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life In The Universe," playing this weekend at the Footlight Players Theatre CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO & TO BUY TICKETS. She's incredible!

And while you're making it a fun-filled weekend of art, GO SEE THIS MOVIE.

still speechless about both...


My best wishes for you always,
Leah

For more information on Kudu Coffee, visit them at kuducoffee.net
For more on me and what is coming next, stay here - leahsuarezmusic.blogspot.com
or visit leahsuarez.com and myspace.com/leahsuarez

production mode

This summer is dedicated to production and being productive. I have my hand in lots of upcoming projects and events and am looking forward to releasing my "Leah Suarez" EP. It will be my first recording released under my name, as opposed to the self-titled Toca Toca (band) EP released last year. I am also looking forward to releasing a single that will not be on the EP. Details are still being sorted out, but the the most exciting part at this stage of production is the artwork! Drummer and artist, Nick Jenkins will be featured as the cover artist for the single and artist, Nathan Durfee, will be creating the art and doing all graphic design for the EP! Nothing quite like original art for original music! Release dates for both are TBA, but will be in the not-so-distant future. I am looking to head back into the studio sometime in August to complete everything, but that is also kind of up in the air right now. Baby steps.....

muchas gracias

A big THANK YOU to all who came out to the Jazz Vespers concert at the Circular Congregational Church! What a great venue! We had a lot of fun playing and as always, thanks to Susan Dunn and the Charleston Jazz Initiative for welcoming us and our music. Next up is Kudu Coffee, Downtown on Vanderhorst Street on July 29th. It will be a duo gig with myself and Gerald on keys. Lots of new music!! :)

I am using this summer as a bit of a "break" to gear up for the busy fall and winter and catch up...on a lot of things. For those of you who have inquired....I am officially postponing my travels for the summer. I will share more when the time is right. In the meantime, let me know how YOU are doing and I hope to see you soon!

Being inspired,
Leah

jazz vespers july 8th

Hello Friends!

I will be performing as part of the Jazz Vespers Series, Downtown Charleston, at the Circular Congregational Church this Sunday, July 8th. If you have never attended a concert at this venue, let me tell you that it would be well worth the trip and parking Downtown. It's a great acoustic and listener friendly venue!

Joining me this Sunday will be Nathan Koci on accordian and piano and David Linaburg on guitar. The event starts at 6pm and lasts about an hour. The best part? It's FREE!

Hope to see you all soon and stay tuned to future events coming very soon! It is shaping up to be a productive fall. Thank you for all of your support!

Take Care,

Leah