May 22 - Diana sings Ella!
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Our first live, outdoor concert at TCFA with Diana Leigh and friends.
A live outdoor show presenting some of some of the greatest music of all time by Ella Fitzgerald, with legendary local singer Diana Leigh and friends at the Conservatory. Saturday, May 22 at 7pm. Tickets are available now HERE, $15 in advance, $18 at the door. Seating will be socially distanced and very limited, so get your tickets now!
Diana Leigh (vocals) has been performing in a variety of formats for over 25 years. Her background includes blues, rock, folk, country, reggae, and a’capella, but her heart is in the jazz standards of the 20’s through the 50’s. She has studied with voice teachers Gordon Cook and Marty Heresniak.
Born in Manhattan to jazz trumpeter John Glasel, Diana grew up in the creative hotbed of Woodstock, NY, where music was “a way of life.” She was also involved in theater during those formative years. Since moving to Ithaca in the late 1980’s, she's been a member of local groups The Little Big Band, The Blue Blazers, Sugar Moon, The Riveters, The UnderTones, The Savoy Stompers, and the Incidentals, as well as under her own name as bandleader.
Ken Zeserson (sax and vocals) has played with many pop, blues and jazz bands in the area these last three decades, but none more fun than Diana Leigh & Friends! Ken retired from a 'real' job several years ago, but at this point he can't remember what he did. For Ken, life is music!
Kevin Jones (guitar) has been playing since the age of twelve, after a childhood of studying piano and trumpet. He gradually gravitated towards jazz, as a desire grew to use the guitar as a tool to express an inner musical voice. He wanted to be able to "play what he heard in his head." Kevin studied jazz at SDSU, and worked full time in a variety of musical contexts in the San Diego area until moving to Ithaca in 2019. As a member of the Nathan Hubbard Trio, Kevin received the award for Best Jazz Album at the 2020 San Diego Music Awards.
Stu Zimny (acoustic bass) has been playing music since he was a child, and after college took up the double bass. He studied with various jazz greats as well as classical musicians in New York, Boston, and California. Living in the southwest for 15 years and working as a technologist, Stu freelanced in both jazz and classical settings. He relocated to the Finger Lakes region and has been working locally with various groups since 2017.
Keith Evan Green (drums & percussion) plays inspired music of all styles, with a focus on small-group jazz. Keith has performed at Carnegie Hall with the orchestra of Fairleigh Dickinson University. He also played throughout the NYC-metro area, and has performed and taught widely in Seattle and San Francisco.
Disco Dance Party at the Conservatory Saturday Night, April 27, 7:30-10pm Tickets $15 online at TCFA.live, $20 at the door Hustle back to the 70’s with mirror balls and colorful lights as our fabulous dance floor becomes the scene! DJ Obvious Objects will be spinning all of your favorite disco dance songs, and your ticket price Includes complimentary retro snacks and one drink of your choice. The Conservatory will also be selling beer, wine, and specialty wine coolers: calypso coladas and strawberry margaritas. Get in the groove and dress to impress with your funkiest threads and enter the costume contest. One lucky winner will receive tickets to this year’s GrassRoots Unplugged event (a $100 value, no additional cost to enter) This event is a great way to kick off spring, so boogie on down to the Disco Dance Party!
Student Music Recital Sunday, April 28, 3-5pm We are delighted to announce our 2024 Spring recital. The afternoon concert will feature performances by students from this year's roster featuring piano and guitar. Come out and support music at TCFA, and hear selections from our talented students. Free to attend. Students of Bill Gregg, TCFA Recital: Wesley Millspaugh (Guitar) Drowsy Maggie/Frosty Morning (traditional) Nick Sledziona (Fiddle) Turkey in the Straw (traditional) Vasso Skezas (Guitar) Wish Upon a Star (Harline & Washington) Liza Breslaw (Autoharp) Mairi's Wedding (traditional) Mahkia Gumaer (Piano) Piano Study #3 (William Gregg) Mahkia Gumaer (Autoharp) Flop Eared Mule (traditional) Stepph Sharpe (Dulcimer) South Wind (traditional) Nicholas Haynes (Guitar) Galopede (traditional) Atticus Shear (piano) Piano Study #1 (William Gregg)
The Art of Symbiosis Closing Reception & Gallery Talk Sunday, May 5, 3-5pm Ten GNSI member artists will be in attendance at the closing reception to discuss their artwork, media, techniques and inspirations on this final day of the exhibit. All are welcome to listen and ask questions! Free to attend. This year’s showcase of artwork by members of the Finger Lakes chapter of the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators. The exhibition brings art and science together to help us understand the importance of interconnectivity and explore the challenges of biodiversity loss, food insecurity and environmental conservation. The natural world has evolved over billions of years by developing extraordinary relationships between different species and populations. These symbiotic relationships, both cooperative and destructive, demonstrate the importance of long-term partnerships for a healthy ecosystem. From mysterious microscopic organisms to amazing plant life, insects, and large mammals including humans, many species' survival is interdependent on one another Gallery hours Fridays 11am-3pm and Sundays 1-5pm until May 5.
Programming at TCFA is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Call: (607) 387-5939
Dona Roman - Managing Director
Email: Droman@tburgconservatory.org
Mailing address: PO box 1053, Trumansburg, NY 14886
Physical address: 5 McLallen St, Trumansburg, NY 14886