Monday, November 30, 2015

The Eighth Annual Season of Lights Free Holiday Concert is next Saturday December 5, 2015 7:00 PM at the First Congregational Church! (1126 SW Park Ave Portland, OR 97205)

The Season of Lights tradition celebrates the cultural and faith traditions of the Portland community. Excellent performers from varied musical traditions will join together this year to present music from Americas, Israel, Europe, Africa, Russia, and Japan. This program is a holiday gift to the families of the Portland community. 

Season of Lights is a community celebration which benefit two charitable organizations that exemplify the spirit of service in our community. This year SOL will benefit Jewish Family and Children Services, and the Portland Boyschoir. Generous donations to these worthwhile organizations are greatly appreciated.

Artists on the program include:

- Cantor Ida Rae Cahana, cantor and music director at Beth Israel Synagogue, and featured soloist with Pink Martini. Andrew Ehrlich (violin), Courtney Von Drehle (accordion from 3 Leg Torso), and Ed Kraus (clarinet).

- Shirley Nanette, one of Portland's finest jazz vocalists, and inductee of the Oregon Music Hall of Fame. Ms. Nanette has guest soloed with the Oregon Symphony as well as many symphonic orchestras across the country. Accompanying Ms. Nanette is pianist Vince Frates.

- Tatiana Kolchanova, violinist and founder/musical director of Music and Arts Academy, Camas, WA and orchestra member of the Portland Opera, will team up with Andrew Ehrlich on a work by Prokofiev.

- Will Dudley, an accomplished performer the Kora (African harp), will perform music from on the West African. This is a beautiful instrument.

- Portland Boychoir is a tremendous a non-profit organization that provides music education and performance opportunities for boys aged 5 to 18. The boys choir, under the masterful direction of David York, will perform vocal works and instrumental pieces for bell choir.

- Thousand Waves, an "electric and exciting blend of musical styles from different continents"- (Art Beat, 2011).Yukiko Vossen Japanese koto, LeeAnn McKenna (flute), and Peter Zisa (8 and 6 string classical guitar).

Hope to see you there!

Happy holidays!

Sunday, November 22, 2015

Upcoming Events November and December

Hello My Dear Fans ~ Emoji
Happiest Of Holidays To All Of You !
I have been a little busy & a little under the weather...
but am feeling better now, also my computer has been
out of whack for awhile & is better now too.
I do hope all of you have been doing well & are in good health. I can't believe Christmas is upon us all
so soon, but here we are... like I always say when my Birthday comes, Christmas is just around the corner
& here we are !  Well here are the up coming dates I have thus far... so here we go.

November 22, 2015
Billy Webb Elks Lodge
6 N. Tillamook St. & Williams Ave.
6pm-9pm
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano
Bill Athens - on Bass
Tim Rap - on Drums

December 5, 2015

First Congregational Church
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano
Portland, OR
Milwaukie High School Auditorium
w/ Big Horn Brass Band
Milwaukie, OR
Royal Durst Theatre
Vancouver School Of Arts & Academics
w/ Big Horn Brass Band
Vancouver, WA
St. Matthews Lutheran Church
w/ Big Horn Brass Band
Beaverton, OR

Well my Dear Fans that's all for now, but as always
should there be any new venues I will be sure to let you know...
Thank You All For Your Continued Support Of Me...
May God Continue To Bless You & Your Family.
Happy Thanksgiving & A Very Merry Christmas or whatever
You Celebrate This Season That Is Loving & Kind.

warmest regards
Shirley Nanette Emoji Emoji Emoji

Monday, August 24, 2015

Tracey Harris and Shirley Nanette at Billy Webb Elks Lodge 08 23 2015with Dan Gaynor, Ed Bennett, Timothy Rap

Tracey Harris and Shirley Nanette at Billy Webb Elks Lodge 08 23 2015 with Dan Gaynor, Ed Bennett, Timothy Rap






Tracey Harris and Shirley Nanette at Billy Webb Elks Lodge 08 23 2015 with Dan Gaynor, Ed Bennett, Timothy Rap

Saturday, June 27, 2015

Summer Schedule

Hi Dear Fans ~ Emoji 
 
Well it's here Summer  Hooray !
You all know it's my favorite time of the year...
I hope you are all are in Great Health & doing well.
My computer has been out of wack, but is fine now...
as for me I am feeling pretty good & my check-ups have
been Great... Thank God...  So I have some gigs for you
and hope to see you there... sorry I'm late.
 
Well here goes:
 
June 27, 2015
The Benson Hotel
309 S.W. Broadway St. & Oak St.
8:30pm- 12am
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano
 
June 28, 2015
Billy Webb Elks Lodge
6 N. Tillamook St. & Williams Ave.
6pm-9pm
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano
Dennis Caiazza - on Bass
Tim Rap - on Drums
 
July 12, 2015
Billy Webb Elks Lodge
6 N. Tillamook St. & Williams Ave.
6pm-9pm
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano
Ed Bennett - on Bass
Tim Rap - on Drums
 
July 19, 26, 2015
Billy Webb Elks Lodge ( Jazz Jam )
6 N. Tillamook St. & Williams Ave.
w/ Vinces Frates - on Piano
Ed Bennett - on Bass
Tim Rap - on Drums
 
July 25, 2015
The Benson Hotel
309 S.W. Broadway St. & Oak St.
8:30pm-12am
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano
 
August 9, 2015
Billy Webb Elks Lodge
6 N. Tillamook St. & Williams Ave.
6pm-9pm
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano
Ed Bennett - on Bass
Tim Rap - on Drums
 
August 15, 2015
The Benson Hotel
309 S.W. Broadway St. & Oak St.
8:30pm-12am
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano
 
August 16,23, 2015 ( Jazz Jam ) / Note: Shirley's B-day Aug. 22...
Billy Webb Elks Lodge
6 N. Tillamook St. & Williams Ave.
6pm-9pm
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano (Aug. 16, 2015)
Dan Gaynor - on Piano ( Aug. 23,2015)
Ed Bennett - on Bass
Tim Rap - on Drums
 
Well My Fans that's it for now, but as more gigs arise
I will be sure to inform you.
Thanks again for all of your Support through out the years...
I  Sincerely Appreciate You very much. Have a Great & Safe
Summer.
 
God Bless.
 


warmest regards
Shirley Nanette Emoji Emoji Emoji

Monday, May 18, 2015

Events into August 2015

May 17 2015
Billy Webb's Elks Lodge
6 N. Tillamook St. / corner of N. Williams Ave.
6pm-9pm
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano
Bill Athens - on Bass
Tim Rap - on Drums
 
May 30 2015
Heathman Hotel
1001 S.W. Broadway & Salmon St.
7pm-11pm
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano
Bill Athens - on Bass 
Tim Rap - on Drums
 
May 31 2015
Augustana Lutheran Church
N.E. 14th Ave. & Knott St.
6pm-7pm
w/ George Mitchell - on Piano
Kevin Deitz - on Bass
Ron Steen - on Drums
 
June 7, 21 2015
Augustana Lutheran Church
N.E. 14th Ave. & Knott St.
6pm-7pm
w/George Mitchell - on Piano
Kevin Deitz - on Bass
Ron Steen - on Drums
 
June 27 2015
Benson Hotel
w/Vince Frates - on Piano
 
Benson Hotel
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano
 
Benson Hotel
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano

warmest regards
Shirley Nanette Emoji Emoji Emoji

Saturday, February 14, 2015

Empower The Dream

Empower The Dream
February 15, 2015 2pm



Vancouver Avenue Baptist Church
3138 N. Vancouver Ave.

Featuring Dr. Bernice King 
(Dr. Martin Luther King's Daughter)
w/ musicial selections from local choirs & selected Guest.

Tickets: Adults $20.00 / Teens & Children $6.00

Friday, February 6, 2015

Upcoming performances February to May (so far)

February 7, 2015
Halibuts
2626 N.E. Alberta St.
8pm-11pm
w/ Weber Iago - on Piano

February 15, 2015
Vancouver Avenue Baptist Church
2pm
3138 N. Vancouver Ave.
Empower The Dream
Featuring Dr. Bernice King ( Dr. Martin Luther King's Daughter )
w/ musicial selections from local choirs and selected guest.
Tickets: Adults $20.00 / Teens & Children $6.00

Mar. 7, 2015
Benson Hotel
309 S.W Broadway & Oak St.
8:30pm-12am
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano

April 22, 29, 2015
Heathman Hotel
1001 S.W. Broadway & Salmon St.
7pm-11pm
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano

April 25, 2015
Benson Hotel
309 S.W. Broadway & Oak St.
8:30pm-12am
w/ Vince Frates - on Piano

May 30, 2015
Heathman Hotel
1001 S.W. Broadway & Salmon St.
7pm-11pm
w/ Dan Gaynor - on Piano, Bill Athens - on Bass

Warmest regards,

Shirley Nanette