On the Road: Pittsburgh

I’m in Pittsburgh, at the Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild for a recording session. Marty and Jay Ashby, producers of Nancy Wilson‘s last three CDs, are going to lend their talents to my husbands latest project, a new recording for Clairdee and the promotion of an affordable entertainment package called Vocal Legacy featuring jazz vocalist Clairdee with guitarist/singer Henry Johnson. We are convinced that there are lots of people out there who want to enjoy an evening’s entertainment without breaking the piggy bank. John gets so many calls from organizations planning their annual dinner or convention and they can’t afford to hire performers such as Nancy Wilson or Dianne Reeves. Of course, part of the battle is name recognition and the lack of radio airplay for anyone except the commercially successful. But that’s another lament for another time.

If you happen to be in Pittsburgh on Thursday evening, it’s MCG Jazz Night at the Omni William Penn hotel. Clairdee and Henry will be doing two shows, 7 and 9 pm, in The Terrace Room, where I’m told they serve a delicious and affordable 3-course gourmet meal. (Call 412-553-5235 for reservations)