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Jimmy Farace is a Chicago-based jazz baritone saxophonist, composer, and educator, praised for his big and sonorous tone and a style that calls to mind the coolness of Gerry Mulligan (Jazz Weekly). His compositions have been described as delightfully elegant, flirtatiously succulent (Exclusive Magazine), and his debut as a leader earned recognition from DownBeats Bill Milkowski, who named him a Talent Deserving of Wider Recognition. Farace brings a fresh voice to the baritone saxophone - grounded in tradition but marked by striking originality as both a writer and performer. Faraces debut album, Hours Fly, Flowers Die (Shifting Paradigm Records, 2025), marks an uncommonly mature entry into the scene, presenting a collection of original music and reimagined classics for nonet with strings. A COMPLETE musical statement, says Walter Smith III, noting the project displays an uncommon level of maturity for such a young artist. Gary Smulyan adds: His baritone playing is deeply emotional, mature, and his sound simply gorgeous wonderfully conceived, and in perfect balance and harmony. The album features standout contributions from Chicago heavyweights including Dana Hall, Clark Sommers, Kenny Reichert, and Julius Tucker, along with the KAlA String Quartet. Farace has performed and recorded with a wide range of top-tier musicians, including Dana Hall, Clark Sommers, Sharel Cassity, Greg Ward, Tom Garling, John Wojociechowski, Ethan Philion, and Scott Hesse, and has appeared in saxophone sections supporting soloists such as Chris Potter, Randy Brecker, and Jeff Hamilton. His experience also includes engagements with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, The Tom Garling Orchestra, Heritage Big Band, and the Birch Creek Faculty Band.

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Helen Gillet is a world renowned musician, composer, cellist, bilingual singer (Belgian French s Critics Poll.Cellist, singer and composer Helen Gillets right foot is so crucial to her music that she recently gave it a name: My Pal Foot Foot. Its a reference to a 1969 anthem by female rock group The Shaggs, but it also gives credit where credit is due: Her mastery of the loop pedal, controlled by her right foot, makes it seem like theres another artist on stage with her, My right foot is like a live record producer, she definitely has a mind of her own. The key is to free up the pedals you are using with mastery and fluidity so you can dance, express and create something uniquely yours without noticing the technology.

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Heres what to know before you go:Concerts begin at 6:00 PM unless otherwise noted.In the event of rain, concerts will be canceled. The decision to cancel will be made by 4:00 p.m. on the show date. Please check our Facebook page or contact 311 by calling/texting 847-448-4311 (until 6 p.m.). Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, and snacks. Location: Independence Park, 2627 Stewart Ave.

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Guitarist and singer JOHN PIZZARELLI has been hailed by the Boston Globe for reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz. Established as one of the prime contemporary interpreters of the Great American Songbook, Pizzarelli has expanded that repertoire by including the music of Paul McCartney, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Tom Waits, Antnio Carlos Jobim and the Beatles. In addition to being a bandleader and solo performer, Pizzarelli has been a special guest on recordings for major pop names such as Natalie Cole, Kristin Chenoweth, Tom Wopat, Rickie Lee Jones and Dave Van Ronk, as well as leading jazz artists such as Rosemary Clooney, Ruby Braff, Johnny Frigo, Buddy DeFranco, Harry Allen and, of course, his father Bucky Pizzarelli. He won a Grammy Award in the Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album category as co-producer of James Taylors American Standard in 2021. A radio personality who got his start in the medium in 1984, Pizzarelli is co-host, alongside wife Jessica Molaskey, of Radio Deluxe with John Pizzarelli. He has performed on Americas most popular national television shows such as The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Conan, and Great Performances, as well as the talk shows of Jay Leno, David Letterman, Regis Philbin and the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Guitarist and singer JOHN PIZZARELLI has been hailed by the Boston Globe for reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz. Established as one of the prime contemporary interpreters of the Great American Songbook, Pizzarelli has expanded that repertoire by including the music of Paul McCartney, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Tom Waits, Antnio Carlos Jobim and the Beatles. In addition to being a bandleader and solo performer, Pizzarelli has been a special guest on recordings for major pop names such as Natalie Cole, Kristin Chenoweth, Tom Wopat, Rickie Lee Jones and Dave Van Ronk, as well as leading jazz artists such as Rosemary Clooney, Ruby Braff, Johnny Frigo, Buddy DeFranco, Harry Allen and, of course, his father Bucky Pizzarelli. He won a Grammy Award in the Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album category as co-producer of James Taylors American Standard in 2021. A radio personality who got his start in the medium in 1984, Pizzarelli is co-host, alongside wife Jessica Molaskey, of Radio Deluxe with John Pizzarelli. He has performed on Americas most popular national television shows such as The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Conan, and Great Performances, as well as the talk shows of Jay Leno, David Letterman, Regis Philbin and the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Plan your trip to GreenTTea & The Tempos w. Waine Ghazi & whoisaubry with our AI-powered travel planner. Get personalized itineraries and recommendations for your visit to Evanston. Book tickets through our platform.

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Play Chicagolands BEST Pub Trivia Game at Space every Thursday night at 7pm! Its always FREE to play and well have great prizes for the top teams - be sure to come early to claim your teams spot!

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Railheart: Grateful Dead Tribute Band Billingsley & Earp: Traditional & Original Country Jaik Willis: One Man Band

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Plan your trip to A Psychedelic Country Evening with Railheart, Billingsley & Earp, and Jaik Willis with our AI-powered travel planner. Get personalized itineraries and recommendations for your visit to Evanston. Book tickets through our platform.

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Plan your trip to Dead Inside DJ Set | Space Lobby with our AI-powered travel planner. Get personalized itineraries and recommendations for your visit to Evanston. Book tickets through our platform.

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The Smiths defined (and ruined) a generation. Filled with Johnny Marrs virtuosic guitar lines and Morrisseys endless quips, The Smiths spoke to youth, alienation, and melancholic hopes that has transcended generations and continued to gain new fans for nearly forty years. Come watch an all-star band of musicians bring their greatest hits to life in detail. Featuring Bob Nanna (Braid) on vocals, Rodrigo Palma (Saves The Day), and Billy B (JC Brooks, 100 Dayys).

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