frameworkjazz

2010-02-24T19:09:00.000-08:00

On Sunday, March 7
10 am - 2 pm,
Framework guitarist Joseph Frame will perform for Brunch at

David Burke Fromagerie,

26 Ridge Rd., Rumson NJ 07760
732-842-8088
click this link for David Burke Fromagerie website

2010-02-02T18:27:00.000-08:00

Framework Acoustic Jazz Quartet is currently recording a new CD,
"The Bridge: Musical Connections"
We are working on this project at Gary Oleyar's Sonoma Beach Studios; dedicating it to the memory of our friend, Lenny Argese. The CD will feature at least one original tune apiece by both Michael Robbins and Joseph Frame;
as well as a new version of Viola Quebrada, the Brazilian folk tune arranged by Villa-Lobos.
Willy Ryan - bass, and Dave Wilson - flute and sax, complete the quartet, which has never sounded better!

2009-11-08T15:46:00.000-08:00

Lenny Argese – The Master at Work
Bioya Studios October 15, 2005

Sadly, on October 28, we lost our great friend and amazing recording engineer/producer Lenny Argese. Lenny worked with us on our last three projects; and was to have started another recording with us on November 16th.

Knowing Lenny was both an honor and an education – in living one’s life as well as performing music; I don’t think there was a difference for him.

Working in his beloved Bioya Studio with him a genuine joy – he was able to bring out more than the best in people.

Although we miss his terribly, we will honor his memory by playing music from our hearts – in emulation of Lenny.

2009-09-14T17:51:00.001-07:00

Friday, September 25th, 8:00 - 11:00 p.m.

Valley Mill Grille & Pub

36 Valley Rd., Clark, New Jersey 07066 732-574-0100

~ Presents ~

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet

Michael Robbins - jazz violin Joseph Frame - guitars

Willy Ryan - upright bass Dave Wilson - sax/flute

Take in our music from the bar or make it a night and enjoy the

international cuisine in a relaxed setting and

make it a night of jazz!

2009-08-23T19:06:00.001-07:00

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Give Us Some Stars and Send Us up the ratings in the Latin Charts!

2009-03-11T20:38:00.000-07:00

03/14/2009 08:00 PM

Crossroads Coffee House
104 Bartley Rd.
Flanders, New Jersey

It’s Cozy! It’s nice to get back to the Crossroads.

2009-02-25T19:24:00.000-08:00

Saturday, February 28th, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Cubanu Restaurant/Lounge

1467 Main Street, Rahway, New Jersey 07065 cubanu.com 732-499-7100
~ Presents ~

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet
Michael Robbins - jazz violin Joseph Frame - guitars

Willy Ryan - upright bass Dave Wilson - sax/flute

www.frameworkjazz.com

2009-01-06T18:19:00.001-08:00

Saturday, Janurary 10th, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Cubanu Restaurant/Lounge

1467 Main Street, Rahway, New Jersey 07065 cubanu.com 732-499-7100

~ Presents ~

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet

2008-12-30T11:05:00.000-08:00

Sunday January 4 12 PM

Market in the Middle
516 Cookman Ave.,
Asbury Park, New Jersey 07702

Special Holidays Recovery Performance -
What a cool and good vibe place to enjoy our jazz. Unwind from your overindulgence, Show up with that special friend instead of family. (or stick with the family route - we don’t mind) Asbury Park Revised - and I’m liking it!

2008-11-18T20:33:00.000-08:00

Cubanu Restaurant/Lounge
1467 Main Street, Rahway, New Jersey 07065 http://cubanu.com/
732.499.7100

~ Presents ~

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet
Saturday November 22
7 - 9PM

2008-09-22T19:51:00.000-07:00

Framework
will appear at
Market in the Middle

Asbury Park
NJ
Sunday Sept. 28 12 - 3 PM

512 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, N.J. 07712
732-776-8886

http://www.kitschens.com/

2008-07-11T15:56:00.000-07:00

Sunday July 20, 2008 12 PM

Framework at
Market in the Middle
516 Cookman Ave.
Asbury Park, NJ

What a cool and good vibe place to enjoy our jazz. Make it a day! http://www.restaurantpassion.com/listing.aspx?a=764&sid=8&sn=NJ

2008-06-07T20:58:00.000-07:00

Saturday, June 28, 8:00 -11:00 p.m.

Cubanu Restaurant/Lounge
1467 Main Street, Rahway, New Jersey 07065 http://cubanu.com/
732.499.7100

~ Presents ~

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet

Joseph Frame - acoustic guitars; Willy Ryan - upright bass

Juan Melendez - Latin percussion; Michael Robbins – violin

www.frameworkjazz.com

The food is fantastic. Call for reservations.
Or hang out at the bar and enjoy Framework that way.

2008-04-22T19:07:00.000-07:00

Saturday, April 26th, 8:00 -11:00 p.m.

Cubanu Restaurant/Lounge
1467 Main Street, Rahway, New Jersey 07065 http://cubanu.com/
732.499.7100

~ Presents ~

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet

Joseph Frame - acoustic guitars; Willy Ryan - upright bass

Juan Melendez - Latin percussion; Michael Robbins – violin

www.frameworkjazz.com

The food is fantastic. Call for reservations.
Or hang out at the bar and enjoy Framework that way.

2008-04-03T18:31:00.000-07:00

Framework
will appear at
Market in the Middle

Asbury Park
NJ
Sunday April 6 12 - 3 PM

512 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, N.J. 07712
732-776-8886

http://www.kitschens.com/

2008-03-25T18:33:00.000-07:00

Friday, March 28th ~ 8:30 p.m.
blue moon

www.bluemoonhome.com 114 South Broadway,
South Amboy
732-525-0014
~ Presents ~

Framework - Acoustic Jazz Quartet
Juan Melendez - Latin percussion; Joseph Frame - acoustic guitars,
Willy Ryan - bass; Dave Wilson - sax & flute

2008-03-25T16:03:00.000-07:00

Saturday, March 29th, 8:00 -11:00 p.m.

Cubanu Restaurant/Lounge

1467 Main Street, Rahway, New Jersey 07065 http://cubanu.com/

732.499.7100

~ Presents ~

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet

Do call for reservations
We want to see you there.

2008-03-03T19:16:00.000-08:00

Two Nights!

Wednesday, Mar. 5th, 7:30 -10:30 p.m.

Skipper's Pub

304 University Ave. Newark, NJ 07102

973-733-9300

and
Thursday, Mar. 6th, 8:00 -11:00 p.m.

Caesar's Café

339 Communipaw Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07304
201.332.8151

Both Nights with Special Guest Dave Wilson - flute/alto & tenor sax

2008-02-19T19:08:00.000-08:00

Saturday, Feb. 23rd, 8:00 -11:00 p.m.
Cubanu Restaurant/Lounge

1467 Main Street, Rahway, New Jersey 07065
http://cubanu.com/

732.499.7100

~ Presents ~
Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet

2008-01-24T18:56:00.000-08:00

Tuesday evening, Jan. 29 from 8-11 p.m. the Framework Acoustic Jazz Trio will perform at Caesar's Cafe, 339 Communipaw Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 201-332-8151
Wednesday evening, Jan. 30th the Framework Acoustic Jazz Quartet with special guest Dave Wilson on flute/alto sax will be at Skipper's, 304 University Ave. Newark, NJ 973-733-9300.

2008-01-13T08:21:00.001-08:00

Great Night at Cubanu

Cubanu features Latin Fusion Cuisine. This writer finally had the pleasure of consuming an excellent entree - wow the food is so good. Cubanu has a live music with great frequency.

Send us an email. We will put you on our emailing list.

Framework had a great night last night at Cubanu in Rahway NJ. We again were treated with a filled restaurant and lounge/ bar of great people. It is splendid to experience our music with such an appreciative audience including our friends in the crowd. What a cool group of people!

This is where music stretches out the cord between the music makers and the receivers. The line is stretched. It doesn't break. It transmits the music. From the stage we can only smile as we see one and and one with their hands on the line of music.

Willy Is Back! Bass Mann Willy Ryan was back with us. He is doing better/ feeling better. It's good to have him back with the band - standing behind his best friend. (referring to his bass) We are musicians and friends. How fine to do an excellent night with Willy Back!

2008-01-03T18:02:00.000-08:00

Framework Returns to Cubanu -
Latin Fusion Cuisine

Saturday
1/12/08 8 PM

1467 Main Street
Rahway, New Jersey 07065
732-449-7100

Make your Reservation or Take it all in at the Bar/ Lounge

Last time
sparks were flying

Cubanu Website link

2007-12-15T18:53:00.000-08:00

Saturday, Dec. 22nd, 7:30 -11:00 p.m.

Cubanu Restaurant/Lounge

1467 Main Street, Rahway, New Jersey 07065 http://cubanu.com/

732.499.7100

~ Presents ~

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet

Joseph Frame - acoustic guitar; Willy Ryan - upright bass

Juan Melendez - Latin percussion; Michael Robbins – violin

www.frameworkjazz.com

2007-12-01T17:52:00.000-08:00

Framework

will be appearing

Tuesday December 4 @ 8 PM

Caesar's Cafe
339 Communipaw Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07304
201.332.8151

http://www.caesars-cafe.com/

come out, come in
get warm
Enjoy!

2007-11-01T20:13:00.001-07:00

Sunday, November 4th ~ 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Giamano's Ristorante

www.giamanos.com

301 Main St., Bradley Beach 732-775-4275

–Presents–

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet

Michael Robbins, jazz violin; Juan Melendez, Latin Percussion,

Joseph Frame, acoustic guitars; Willy Ryan, upright bass

www.Frameworkjazz.com

2007-09-11T18:03:00.001-07:00

Sunday September 16
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Giamano's Ristorante,
Giamano's Ristorante, 301 Main St. Bradley Beach 732-775-4275
Presents

Framework ~ Acoustic

Jazz Quartet

(photo - Leo Caffery)

Michael Robbins - violin Juan Melendez - Latin percussion

Joseph Frame - acoustic guitars Willy Ryan - upright bass

www.Frameworkjazz.com

2007-08-07T20:32:00.000-07:00

August 17 @ 8 PM

Framework
@ The Blue Moon

South Amboy

http://www.bluemoonhome.com/

14 South Broad St.
South Amboy, New Jersey

If you are anywhere nearby, join us at the coolest place on South Broad St. Last time was the first time and we are too pleased to be returning now. You want to hear real jazz. Enjoy the food and drinks. See you there!

2007-08-07T17:38:00.000-07:00

Framework @

Giamano's
Bradley Beach, NJ
Sunday 8/19 6:30 PM

301 Main Street
Bradley Beach NJ

The New York Times Says "The Finest Italian Dining On the Jersey Shore."
http://www.giamanos.com/

It is a pleasure to be performing at Giamano’s during the high season in Bradley Beach. No one of us minds driving into a busy resort town for the purpose of sharing our music. At Giamano’s the food is fantastic and the place is set up so well for jazz. Come up to the bar and look intently at the fingers working over the instrument or get a question ready for conga player Juan. We’d like to see you there.

2007-07-01T09:20:00.000-07:00

July, 20 2007 at
The Blue Moon
114 South Broad St., South Amboy, New Jersey

Enjoy Great sandwiches and drinks both exotic and thirst quenching right along with the fantastic jazz of Framework.

Keep an eye on Juan Melendez - amazing conga man with Framework.

http://bluemoonhome.com

2007-06-19T18:21:00.000-07:00

Back To Bradley Beach
Sunday, June 24th 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Giamano's Ristorante, 301 Main St. Bradley Beach 732-775-4275

Presents:
Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet

2007-04-11T19:40:00.001-07:00

Carpe Diem!

The Latin term Carpe Diem is usually translated as "Seize The Day!" The expression comes from an Ode by the Roman poet Horace, in which he discusses the quickness with which time passes … seemingly as we watch it! Music is a phenomenon that is both fleeting and time-less. When one is making good music, the "clock-on-the-wall" time does not seem to exist; then, suddenly, it's all over.

We were very fortunate to have that experience captured one night by sound-wizard Lenny Argese at his magical Bioya Studios. He was able to seize that most elusive occurrence – four people playing music "in the moment". Latin percussionist Juan Melendez, jazz violinist Michael Robbins, upright bassist Willy Ryan, and acoustic guitarist Joseph Frame hope you enjoy listening to this music as much as we enjoyed creating it!

hear it all on myspace

2007-03-21T17:54:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, January 03, 2007

eighty eights
Jazz Brunch
Sunday 3/25 1:00 PM

1467 Main St.
Rahway, NJ

Even when I had already been playing in bands for years I would still daydream about the best place to see music.

Some really relaxed and lively jazz with a great Sunday Brunch. There's a great daydream. Please join us.

Michael
****
Along with showcasing great music, Eighty Eights houses a lively, unique bar and American Bistro style restaurant. Eighty Eights 732-499-7100

2007-03-04T15:09:00.000-08:00

We love playing Eighty Eights. Every time there is a good crowd. (Call for reservations. There will be a table or two for your party.) From this musician's standpoint, the acoustic quality of the wood floored room is great. The quality of the clientèle is also pleasing to the musician. There are always at least a few jazz aficionados there to hear, view, comment and talk it out with some of the band after the set. The rest of the jazz lovers eating and applauding what we love to do anyway may not offer a comment about a certain night at a certain jazz club in NYC but they enjoy the swirl of music and ambiance just fine.

And the food - the cuisine

is greattasty.

Saturday March 10 7:00 PM
Framework plays
Eighty Eights
Rahway
$25 Table Min.

1467 Main St. Rahway, NJ

Check us out on our MySpace Page.

Description: Along with showcasing great music, Eighty Eights houses a lively, unique bar and American Bistro style restaurant. Framework performs two sets: 7:00 and 9:15 Eighty Eights 732-499-7100

2007-02-04T17:29:00.000-08:00

Every performance at Eighty Eight's has been a positive for all the guys in the band. We have seen a good turnout every time. That is something that drives us to energize the music. The audience is each time a mix of people with always a good helping of musicians and great lights of the area jazz world. That's another thing that we pull energy from when we are playing.

From the musicians' standpoint another great thing is that the chef believes in feeding the musicians! We luck out when we receive something like what the guests are getting at the tables. I won't even go into the wonder of Sunday Brunch. After all, below is the listing for Saturday night.

Saturday night, February 10th, 7:00 - 11:00 p.m.

88's Jazz Bistro 1467 Main St. Rahway 732-499-7100
http://88bistrojazz.com

Presents

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Quartet
www.Frameworkjazz.com

Michael Robbins - jazz violin; Juan Melendez - Latin percussion

Joseph Frame - acoustic guitars; Willy Ryan - upright bass

2007-01-03T17:37:00.000-08:00

Eighty Eights Jazz Brunch
Sunday 1/14 12:00 PM

Along with showcasing great music, Eighty Eights houses a lively, unique bar and American Bistro style restaurant. Eighty Eights 732-499-7100

2006-12-18T21:48:00.000-08:00

Thursday, December 21st, 7 and 9:15 p.m.

We performed at 88's earlier this month and had a great time at this wonderful new venue right in Rahway!!! Everyone enjoyed the food, the ambiance, and the room which has a very warm live sound.

Please join Framework Acoustic Jazz Quartet again at:
Eighty Eights
1467 Main Street, Rahway, New Jersey 07065

Along with showcasing great music, Eighty Eights houses a lively, unique bar and
American Bistro style restaurant. Framework performs two sets:
7:00 and 9:15 $25 table fee
Eighty Eights 732-499-7100

2006-11-05T18:26:00.000-08:00

Eighty Eights Opens with Framework

Rahway Rennaisance

Framework

November, 17 2006 at Rahway Recreation Center - Representing Eighty Eights
275 East Milton Ave., Rahway, New Jersey 07065

Taste of the Town - Rahway Framework plays the Eighty Eights display. >>> Along with showcasing great music, Eighty Eights houses a lively, unique bar and American Bistro style restaurant.

12/08/2006 07:00 PM - Eighty Eights 1467 Main Street, Rahway, New Jersey 07065
Framework performs two sets: 7:00 and 9:15

Eighty Eights 732-499-7100

2006-07-14T04:19:00.000-07:00

At The Westfield Jazz Festival!

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Qt. with Lauren Shub
at The Westfield Jazz Festival (Sweet Sounds Downtown)

Tuesday, July 25th at 7:00 p.m.
(raindate 7/26)
Our Fifth Season !!!!
at the corner of Prospect St. and E. Broad St., Westfield, NJ

2006-05-14T10:22:00.000-07:00

What a wonderful night at The Crossroads Coffeehouse in Flanders NJ! Framework performed two sets for a very appreciative crowd at the venue on Saturday, May 13. The band has performed yearly at Flanders gathering and each member has fond memories of past visits.

2006-04-21T03:54:00.000-07:00

Framework Guitarist on the Radio

Framework guitarist Joe Frame will perform live on the air this Sunday, April 23rd at 10:00 a.m. on Mark Blaustein's Talk of the Town radio show on WMSC 90.3

Joe will perform a selection of tunes from his upcoming (late 2006/early 2007) solo guitar project: Pillow Talk: Romantic Guitar Music from Django to Jobim.

Also, he will discuss the upcoming performance by Framework with vocalist Lauren Shub at the Project Children Benefit on Saturday, April 29th, 7:00 p.m. at St. Philip the Apostle's School on Valley Road in Clifton, NJ.

Later in the day, Joe will perform at a reception and Art Exhibit at Arts Unbound , 544 Freeman St, Orange, NJ 07050 - (973) 675-2787.

2006-02-27T22:18:00.000-08:00

*** Jazz Locker Presents ***

Friday, March 3 - 7:30 at:
The Dancing Goat Cafe -
21 South Orange Ave., South Orange, NJ
973-275-9000 ($10 cover)

link to an article about the dancing goat

Framework - Acoustic Jazz Quartet

Michael Robbins - violin;
Willy Ryan - bass; Joseph Frame - guitars
Larry Marc-Aurele - Latin percussion

frameworkjazz.com

2006-01-25T03:09:00.000-08:00

Radio Readio and The Great Show

This past Sunday, January 22, Framework guitarist Joseph Frame was a guest on WMSC Radio’s Talk of the Town hosted by Mark Blaustein. Joe was interviewed about the new Framework CD, Music From Brazil & Beyond and Framework’s recent performance at the Perkins Center for the Arts in Moorestown.

As Joe explained to Mark, the performance was extremely well received. The Perkins Center was filled to beyond capacity; the largest crowd ever to attend a performance there. The audience was extremely appreciative of the group’s efforts. From the first strains of Viola Quebrada, the opening tune, the crowd was “with” the musicians. This synergy resulted in everyone giving a wonderful performance. Vocalist Lauren Shub was in top form, violinist Michael Robbins was at his improvisational best.

photo: Chuck Leonard

Percussionist Larry Marc-Aurele created his trademark polyrhythms that had people virtually dancing in their seats, and bassist Willy Ryan was swinging like crazy. Both of Joe’s acoustic guitars got quite a workout; opening the second set with two solo pieces (his own Riverside Reverie and Jobim’s Insensatez), the audience responded enthusiastically. The group performed all the tunes from Music From Brazil & Beyond, and as encore The Girl From Ipanema.

2006-01-22T04:41:00.000-08:00

Framework on the Radio!

Sunday, January 22nd, at 10:00 a.m., Framework guitarist
Joseph Frame will be a guest on the WMSC radio program Talk of the Town hosted by Mark Blaustein. The station is channel 90.3 FM, but can also be heard streaming live on-line at:

this link. Just click here.

Mark will interview Joe concerning aspects of Music From Brazil & Beyond, the new Bioya Studios CD by Framework with Lauren Shub; as well as Joe’s compositions and works as a solo guitarist.
please visit:

the framework website click here

2006-01-01T20:41:00.000-08:00

The Perkins Center for the Arts

395 Kings Hwy., Moorestown, NJ 856.235.6488
www.perkinscenter.org

Presents:

Framework ~ Acoustic Jazz Qt. with Lauren Shub

Friday, Jan. 20th at 8:30 p.m. tickets $13

www.frameworkjazz.com

Perkins Center for the Arts is a unique cultural organization located on a beautiful 5-acre arboretum in Moorestown, N.J. founded in 1976, it is housed in the historic Perkins Memorial, a Tudor-style manor house designed in 1910 by Philadelphia architect, Herbert C. Wise. Moorestown was voted 2005's "The Best Place to Live in the United States"
by Money Magazine/CNN.

Notes: The Perkins Center is the kind of place where people go to listen. This is a treat for performers and audience alike! Tickets available on site at 8 PM the night of the show.

Doors Open at 8 PM

2005-12-23T14:15:00.000-08:00

Sunday December 8
Framework guitarist/leader Joe Frame was a guest on Mark Blaustein's WMSC radio program "Talk of the Town".

Joe was interviewed about the formation of the group, and it's new Bioya Studios CD, Music From Brazil & Beyond", from which selections were broadcast. At the conclusion of the program, Mr. Blaustein invited Joe back (this show will be on Jan. 15th) to discuss Framework with Lauren Shub's upcoming January 20th performance at the Perkins Arts Center in Moorestown.

Mark Blaustein said of Music From Brazil & Beyond: "Some of the nicest music I've heard in a long time!"

2005-12-10T23:53:00.000-08:00

Framework Will Appear
Friday January 20
7:00 PM
at the Perkins Art Center

It is a special night when we perform for listeners
as opposed to diners

What is a treat for the band
will be a
Night To Remember
for you
If you can be there

link to the framework site

The picture is a version of the cover of the new Framework CD:
Music From Brazil and Beyond. Click the Framework link above for
samples of the music and email to order a CD for the perfect application.

2005-11-06T23:45:00.000-08:00

Framework members with Lauren Shub gathered on Nov. 5 on a perfect Autumn day to the taking of 100 photos with the goal of getting 6 good ones. Here are a select few picked from the day.

We did some good jammin' on that hillside, treasuring the best moments of fall.
When the wolves of winter are howling in the woods and suburban ways, everyone from Framework Country may have forgotten days like this. These days are like the distilled sunshine from summer or a necklace of amber warm on its silver chain against her skin.
Soon every place the group plays is a refuge and a place of fellowship - shelter from the storm outside the door, warmth in the gathering in friendship and the hot jazz on tap.

Watch this space. The recent studio recordings are being tweaked with a second recording date immanent. The winter is speckled with gatherings of radiance and pleasure. We'll let your know where to find us playing.

2005-10-26T22:02:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, October 8th, Framework guitarist Joseph Frame presented a very well received solo concert at the Old Bridge Library. After selecting four guitars from his collection fro the performance, Joe presented a program of works for the solo acoustic guitar, from a variety of composers writing in diverse milieus; including some of his own compositions. These works were performed on nylon-string classical, steel-string acoustic, Maccaferri-style gyspy jazz, and arched-topped guitars.
Many selections were from his solo CD, Picture This.

2005-10-23T07:34:00.000-07:00

Art and Music - Night in Montclair - Sat. Oct. 29 9:00 PM

please note the revised time

a presentation of Gallery 51
51 Church St., Montclair
contact: Andy Foster 973 -744-4484 info@gallery51.org

Michael Robbins, violin - Joseph Frame, guitars

Mixing another complex flavor into Night in Montclair
Soully Strings, acoustic jazz duo (actually half of Framework), takes a chamber jazz approach to Jazz from Bossa and Latin to best Standards.
Add their music to the world in color on exhibit
by Gallery 51's featured artist, Bud Mc Nichol and there is a reason to be sure to be at Gallery 51 @ 8pm on Saturday.

back to frameworkjazz.com

2005-10-18T21:30:00.000-07:00

We were in the studio on Saturday 10/15 with the aim of recording three, maybe four tunes. We wound up with seven! Near the start of the session, in fact right after the first take, Larry (Conga Master) suggested that we go right on to the next tune like in a performance.

That approach really paid off. We recorded at BIOYA Recording Studios in Paterson NJ. (973) 742-7704. Sound God – Lenny did great things in the control room and provided very calm and wise guidance throughout.
In a session, a group can get bogged down in one or two tunes. An hour an a half later, they have not completed one tune and some member of the band feels burned out and frustrated.

We just kept going. Where there are two takes, the second is clearly superior. Everything was played “live” initially with nothing recorded separately. We are not the sort of group that needs to add another guitar track, another keyboard track or monkey calls in the background to convince ourselves that we have recorded something great.

There is some brilliant and beautiful singing from Lauren Shub. Every singer that I’ve worked with tends to want to correct some things in some take. Near the end of the session, Lauren smoothed out any spot that she was initially not satisfied with.
I’m happy with the violin playing that I contributed to the effort. I feel that there is at least one cut that really has the feel of a live jazz club solo. To me, there is usually a real difference between the studio work and a recording of a concert. Sometimes the studio material exists in the zone that speaks of a smoky bar with 32 people enjoying the night and 62 people having a night out.

On one cut, Joe played a vintage style guitar that has that “jazz hot” sound to it. He provided all kinds of great basis for the music plus lots of really beautiful playing.

Willy did that thing that he does with his big upright bass named Bertha. Everything that I heard of Willy’s playing sounds great.

Larry was doing all the great stuff that he does every time he plays congas in addition to keeping us honest on tempos.

I will have a rough mix in a day or so though I’m really looking forward to the mix after the mix down.

This recording will be great for use as demo material as well as providing the primary material for a new Framework CD. The session was a great experience and I’m really looking forward to having the final product.

2005-10-13T21:30:00.000-07:00

Framework at Westfield Jazz Festival

Way back in April, Framework was invited to perform at the Westfield Jazz Festival, Sweet Sounds Downtown. The date was to be August 23rd. As things tend to go when several people are involved (it seems to be a corollary of Murphy’s Law), Michael had already scheduled his family’s vacation for that week; so, unfortunately he was unavailable to perform.

Luckily, Christian Kisala, a wonderful vibist with whom we have performed before, was (uncharacteristically) available, and accepted the invitation to do the festival with us. It was a great pleasure and thrill to perform with Christian.

We were also very fortunate to have the prodigious flute/tenor sax talents of Jonathan Womelsdorf added to our group for this event. A frequent guest artist with Framework, Jonathan added melodic tone color to many tunes. He and Christian exhibited exciting exchanges on many tunes.

For the third time in as many seasons, Framework fortuitously focused their musical spotlight on the vivacious vocal talents of Lauren Shub (www.Laurenshub.com). A singer of unusual grace, warmth, and feeling, Lauren was the crowd’s favorite! Her lustrous tone was perfect for each song; vocally she was able to perfectly capture the ambiance of a glorious summer night!

Back to the site:
frameworkjazz.com

2005-10-13T13:27:00.000-07:00

We go into the studio on Saturday to record new material with vocalist Lauren Shub. It will be great to have representative material that we can share with others with the goal of playing at additional venues. It is also a great thing to add more digital recordings to our extant material.

We had a gig at The Crossroads in Garwood NJ last Saturday night. Racing through the now infamous North Jersey rainstorm of that night, rushing on to stage for our set - all of that resulted in a set that was well received.

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