John Worley's updated gig schedule 8/1 thru 12/1

Hi Friends,
Here's my updated schedule for 2011. I hope to see you all soon!
Worl
2011 gig dates and details

Hedley Club Jazz Jam
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
August 3rd, 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/

Fil Lorenz Orchestra
San Carlos Summer Concerts 2011
August 12th, 6-8pm
http://www.artsopolis.com/event/detail/441283521/Fil_Lorenz_Orchestra_San_Carlos_Summer_Concerts_2011

John Worley and the Mo-Chi Quartet
San Jose Jazz Club Crawl
August 13th 7:00pm-10:00pm
Hilton San Jose - Affinity Lounge
300 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose, California 95110
Tel: 1-408-287-2100 Fax: 1-408-947-4489

Three Horns, No Limits
Wayne Wallace, John Worley and Kristen Strom
Jazz on Main 2011
August 15th • 6:00-8:00pm
http://www.redwoodcity.org/events/jazzonmain.html

John Worley and the Mo-Chi Trio
Santana Row presents Flavors of Jazz
Thea Restaurant
August 16th 6:30-8:30pm
http://www.santanarow.com/events/item/flavors_of_jazz_summer_music_series2/


Hedley Club Jazz Jam
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
August 17th, 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/


Ed Johnson and John Worley Duo
Cafe Bon Vivant
Saturday August 20th 7:30PM
535 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
http://bonvivantcafe.net/


John Worley and Mo-Chi Quartet
Sundays In The Gardens- Arts Festival at Rengstorff House
Sunday August 21st 2pm
3050 N. Shoreline BLVD
Mountain View, CA 94043
www.r-house.org
650-903-6392

John Worley and Mo-Chi Quartet
JAZZ KATSU -Japan Relief Benefit
Wesley United Methodist Church in Japantown, San Jose
566 N. 5th St
Saturday, August 27th • 2:00pm - 6:00pm
This event is Family-Friendly! Come with your kids, and enjoy some "kushi katsu" and music, please.
PRE-SALE TICKETS AVAILABLE! 2 Kushi Katsu (Skewered Pork Cutlet) for $10
Walk-Ins Welcome
Featured Artists:Ayako Hosokawa
John Worley & the Mo-Chi Quartet
and more!
Jazz Katsu Fundraising Committee // www.jazzkatsu.org
Contact: Hiro (408) 835-4371
Sponsored by Wesley United Methodist Church Nichigo-bu
Contact: Rev. Michiko Nishinosono (408) 295-0367



John Worley and Mo-Chi Quartet
Bing Concert Series
Stanford Hospital-Atrium
Wednesday September 7th, 12:30 - 1:30 pm
http://stanfordhospital.org/forPatients/patientServices/musicprogram/bing.html
Phone: (650) 725-2892 (650) 725-2892 Fax: (650) 736-4130
Location: Guest Services
300 Pasteur Drive
Room H1132
Stanford, CA 94305


Hedley Club Jazz Jam
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
Weds September 7th, 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/


Hedley Club Jazz Jam
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
September 21st, 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/


John Worley and the Mo-Chi Quartet
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
Saturday September 24th, 8:30pm -12:30am
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/


Hedley Club Jazz Jam
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
Weds October 5th 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/

Hedley Club Jazz Jam
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
Weds October 19th 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/

Hedley Club Jazz Jam
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
Weds November 2nd 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/

Hedley Club Jazz Jam-John Worley's Birthday Bash
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
Weds November 16th 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/

upcoming 2011 gig update

Hi Friends,
I'm posting my upcoming schedule for 2011. I hope to see you all soon!
Worl
2011 gig dates and details

Hedley Club Jazz Jam One year anniversary!!!!
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
July 6th 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/

Lester Chambers Blues Revue
July 10th,
2pm Sunday
Hayward Russell City Blues Festival
Hayward, California, U.S.
www.bayareabluessociety.net
510-836-2227

Comtemporary Jazz Orchestra
Yoshi's San Francisco
8pm Sunday July 18
http://www.yoshis.com/sanfrancisco/jazzclub/artist/show/1935

John Worley and the Mo-Chi Quartet
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
8:30pm -12:30am, Friday July 29
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/

Comtemporary Jazz Orchestra
4th Annual Benicia Fine Art & Jazz Festival
July 31st, 5:00-6:30pm
For more information on the Benicia Fine Art & Jazz Festival, contact Benicia Main Street at 707-745-9791 or info@beniciamainstreet.org.

Hedley Club Jazz Jam
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
August 3, 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/

Fil Lorenz Orchestra
San Carlos Summer Concerts 2011
August 12, 6-8pm
http://www.artsopolis.com/event/detail/441283521/Fil_Lorenz_Orchestra_San_Carlos_Summer_Concerts_2011

John Worley and the Mo-Chi Quartet
part of the San Jose Jazz Club Crawl
August 13th 7:00pm-10:00pm
Hilton San Jose - Affinity Lounge
300 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose, California 95110
Tel: 1-408-287-2100 Fax: 1-408-947-4489

Three Horns, No Limits
Wayne Wallace, John Worley and Kristen Strom
Jazz on Main 2011
August 15th • 6:00-8:00pm
http://www.redwoodcity.org/events/jazzonmain.html

John Worley and the Mo-Chi Trio
Santana Row presents Flavors of Jazz
Thea Restaurant
August 16th 6:30-8:30pm
http://www.santanarow.com/events/item/flavors_of_jazz_summer_music_series2/


Hedley Club Jazz Jam
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
August 17, 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/


Ed Johnson and John Worley Duo
Cafe Bon Vivant
Saturday August 20th 7:30PM
535 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
http://bonvivantcafe.net/


John Worley and Mo-Chi Quartet
Sundays In The Gardens- Arts Festival at Rengstorff House
August 21 2pm
3050 N. Shoreline BLVD
Mountain View, CA 94043
www.r-house.org
650-903-6392


Hedley Club Jazz Jam
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
September7, 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/


Hedley Club Jazz Jam
Oscar Pangilinan & John Worley Quintet
September 21, 7:30-10:30pm
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/


John Worley and the Mo-Chi Quartet
Hotel DeAnza - Hedley Club
Saturday September 24, 8:30pm -12:30am
233 West Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
408-286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/

John Worley and Morning Nichols Excellent Birthday Adventure Concert

Come celebrate with John Worley and Morning Nichols as they take off on their most excellent birthday adventure. Joining them will be special guests Jim and John Nichols, Celia Malherios, Murray Low, Aaron Lington, Fil Lorenz, Charlie Keagle, Paul VW and other mysterious musical folks. There will cake, champagne, wine, snacks available and a evening of song and musical surprises.
John and Morning have been friends, shared the stage and a musical connection for 30 years. They both love to play Mildred Owens Concert Hall which is intimate, comfortable, has great sound, beautiful art on the walls and a most excellent piano!!! (signed by Mel Torme and and others).
Come and enjoy the musical adventure with John and Morning!

Mildred Owen Concert Hall
1220 Linda Mar Blvd
Pacifica, Ca 94044
www.pacificaperformances.org

order your tickets online
$20 General, $17 Seniors (62+) and Students under 25 with ID. $15 Members $12 Senior/Student Members. Youths and Children under 18 are free...what a deal!!!

John's new band The Mo-Chi Quartet

Hi Friends,

For a year or so I have been thinking about going into different directions musically. Don't get me wrong, WorlView has been my heart and soul for the past six years and it's been a total joy. Playing with WorlView at the Monterey Jazz Festival, San Jose Jazz Festival, SF Jazz's Stanford Clock Tower series, BoAs, Bleu Ginger, Senzala and the many other venues we performed in has been a dream come true. But now it's time for a change. I've been called restless by a writer or two for my creation of Bari Bari, forays into producing a music series at Senzala and my collaborations with many of the bay area's respected musicians. The Mo-Chi Quartet expresses my desire to dive into new musical territories, revisit the music of my heritage and bring to life the dreams of tomorrow. Like all new endeavors, it is exciting to watch it unfold and grow.

The Mo-Chi Quartet will be playing at the beautiful D'Vine Jazz and Wine on Fri
(9/24) and Sat (9/25). Some of you who have been to D'Vine Jazz and Wine in Morgan Hill are familiar with their reputation for serving outstanding wine and appetizers as well as great LIVE MUSIC. Linda and Ricardo have created the perfect place to sip, nosh, relax and enjoy jazz. It's one of my favorite places and I'm hoping that you will stop by to support such an awesome venue. It is right off the Cochrane Rd. exit from Hwy 101 - a short drive from San Jose, not crowded at that time of the evening!
There is NO cover charge, just a 2 drink minimum. You may enjoy live music in an adult atmosphere (Date night!) and your budget will not suffer!
We'll be playing from 8-11pm each night. We will be performing numbers from our concert material and the Great American Songbook as well.

On Friday, we'll have Murray Low on piano, Ken Okada on bass and Kevin Higuchi on drums.
On Saturday, keyboardist Brian Ho will be sitting in for Murray along with Ken, Kevin and me.
A reminder: D'Vine Jazz and Wine is a 21 and over venue. There is no Cover Charge, only a two drink minimum.


On Sunday 9/26 at City Lights Theater in San Jose, San Jose Jazz Showcase presents The Mo-Chi Quartet. For this concert, we will be playing compositions from members of the group, arrangements of various Japanese folk songs and tunes by writers such as Bob James, Tom Harrell and others. This concert is open to all ages so the kids can come out and experience our music as well. I cannot say enough about exposing the youth of our country to the arts - especially now that so much has been cut from their school budgets. The arts are critical for their development and provide experiences that can be life enhancing - and sometimes even life changing - for young people!
The cover charge is only $15 and just $13 for San Jose Jazz members. Students under 15 get in free when accompanied by a adult. Please visit City Lights website if you'd like to purchase tickets in advance.
In case you are new to this venue, City Lights Theater has a nice feel to it. The background is always different depending on what show is playing at the moment. Acoustics are great and it's an intimate venue, just right for a quartet. I love the way the flugelhorn tone opens up and envelops the room. Almost like it was made for the horn ; )>.........

We hope that you can come out and be a part of something special...........

John Worley and the Mo-Chi Quartet 9/24,25
D'Vine Jazz and Wine
775 Cochrane Rd Suite #100
Morgan Hill, CA 95037-8115
408-779-7755

John Worley and the Mo-Chi Quartet 9/26

City Lights Theater
529S. 2nd St
San Jose, CA
Sunday September 26th 4:00-6:00 pm
tickets: $15 ($13 San Jose jazz members, children under 15 free accompinied by a adult)
City Lights Box Office 408-295-4200
purchase tickets online: www.cltc.org

Jazz Showcase series is brought to you by:
San Jose Jazz Lumina Music Group City Lights Theater
www.sanjosejazz.org www.luminamusicgroup.com www.cltc.org


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April is Jazz Appreciation Month

Hi Friends,

I hope this blog finds you in good health and high spirits. As you can tell by the itinerary below, we've got quite a few events on the books for this month, which brings me to....

April is Jazz Appreciation Month and if you are in the mood to celebrate and enjoy America's original art form in a LIVE music situation, here are some suggestions:

March 31st, Wed - De Anza College "Daddio's" Big Band at Senzala Restaurant. 7:30-10:30pm. *
April 7th, Wed - Silicon Valley Repertory Jazz Orchestra's "Tribute to Duke Ellington" at Senzala Restaurant. 7:30-10:30pm. *

April 10th, Sat - John Worley and WorlView 4.0 at Senzala Restaurant. 7:30-10:30pm. This one is a special event for Worlview Fans. First 30 people will get a FREE Jazz IS... poster. We are eagerly looking for your support for this evening's event: Your contribution will help us fund the next Worlview CD recording happening on June 13th!

April 13th, Tues - Jazz Jam w/ the John Worley and Oscar Pangilinan Quintet at Senzala Restaurant. 7:30-10:30pm. First 15 paid jamming musicians will get a Coupon for free admission to the Fasmania concert on April 14th. **

April 14th, Wed - Fasmania Big Band at Senzala Restaurant. 7:30-10:30pm. *

April 20th, Tues - Ed Johnson and Novo Tempo Octet "Iluminado'" A Tribute to Ivan Lins at Yoshi's in Jack London Square, Oakland.

April 21st, Wed - San Jose Jazz Orchestra at Senzala Restaurant. 7:30-10:30pm. *

April 27th, Tues - Jazz Jam w/ the John Worley and Oscar Pangilinan Quintet at Senzala Restaurant. 7:30-10:30pm. **

April 28th, Wed - Full Spectrum Jazz at Senzala Restaurant. 7:30-10:30pm. This concert will be a fund raiser for the Crittenden Middle School and San Jose Jazz's outreach jazz education programs. *

April 30th, Fri & May 1st, Sat - John Worley and WorlView 4.0 at D'Vine Jazz and Wine in Morgan Hill. 8-11pm. Believe it or not, it is closer than Yoshi's for us South Bay folks - and no parking fees either.. D'Vine Jazz & Wine is one of my favorite places on the planet. Live Jazz & Fine Wine in one place, Heaven!

Please see below for more info regarding the venues and sponsors.

We all would really appreciate your presence, so come out and help us celebrate America's most original art form, JAZZ - especially on April 10th! You need a break for Live Music. It will feed your soul....

Thank You!

John Worley

P.S. We are most grateful to our sponsors for their Kind support for Live Jazz at Senzala's:
* Weds. Night Big Band sponsors - West Valley Music and Dancing Sumo Music
** Jazz Jam sponsors- DM Productions and Dancing Sumo Music

Senzala Restaurant
250 East Java Drive
Sunnyvale, CA

Yoshi's Oakland
510 Embarcadero West
Jack London Square
Oakland, CA 94607
Phone: 510.238.9200

D'Vine Jazz and Wine
775 Cochrane Road
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
408-779-7755
Must be 21+

What I Love.....

Hi Friends,
So many people these days only focus on the things in life that are negative. As of late, I've been affected in the same way. I can blame it on so many things but the truth is....Happiness comes from within. We can generate our happiness and lead the fulfilled lives that we all seek.
I need to remember that. Happiness comes from love. Who, what, where and how are what we love...it's different for everyone..These are the things I love.........
I love my wife. Totally without boundries. I love my friends. They are important to my sanity. I love to play with my band. They are the cats I love to play with because they are fine people first and kick ass musicians second. I love to be on stage, talking with the audience as if they were in my living room. I love seeing and hearing young students play and get better from week to week, month to month, year to year.......I love to write music. I also love to tinker on the piano. I love to hike at Rancho San Antonio. I love the way I feel when I'm standing on top of the mountain looking down at where I was and now am.....
I love seeing others around me sharing a laugh, being social and enjoying each others company. I love being able to help a friend in need when times are tough. I love period.
I love once again...period. This is what I need to focus on. I love myself.....The world isn't perfect, but I love living in it.
I remember telling a friend awhile ago that he had to stop calling me so much. Why was that you might ask....it was because all he wanted to share was how someone ripped him off, another person was an asshole, how he got over another person who had screwed him over etc....I told him that I was removing all of the negative influences in my life and if he wanted to stay my friend, he had to think about how I felt. Nothing on his part changed....I cut him loose. I didn't have time for it or him.
To be that true to myself, it's that time again. Time to take back some of my time and spiritual resources. It will set me free to do and be what I feel and that is to do things because I love to do them.
I want myself to know that I am going to play tennis again because that makes happy and fulfilled. I'm also going to continue to write music but more of it. I will have to remove some obstacles in my way from a time perspective but I can because I can control my schedule to make it happen. Because I love to write music and by doing so, I am listening to what my soul wants to express and share with the world.....
I want to dance with my wife Susan because of the smile she has when she is connected to me on the dance floor. The feeling of our beings entertwined into one. Of how it sets our souls free from time and imaginary walls that keep us from doing what we love together.
For those of you who know me.....thank you for your love and patience. I feel the same towards you too. For the negative influences around me....your time has come...I gonna have to cut you....loose....

Thanks for listening.

Worl

Big Band Wednesdays and jazz jam every other Tuesday at Senzala Restaurant

PRESS RELEASEFor Immediate Release December 30, 2009
Contact: Matt Beasley, Lumina Music Group(650) 400-4920 matt@luminamusicgroup.com
hi-res photos available up request
Senzala Restaurant and Stage
250 East Java Drive
Sunnyvale, CA. 94089(408) 734-1656

www.senzalarestaurant.comSenzala Restaurant and Stage expands music program by adding a bi-monthly jazz jam and an impressive Big Band line up every Wednesday
In addition to its already impressive Thursday through Saturday music line-up, Senzala Restaurant and Stage is adding an all ages jazz jam every 2nd and 4th Tuesday coupled with outstanding Big Bands every Wednesday night. These additional performances will round out the weekly music line up with 4 to five 5 performances presented each week.Jan. 6th - Silicon Valley Repertory Jazz Orchestra is the newest all "pro" big band in San Jose's "Silicon Valley". Co-led by trumpeter John Worley, trombonist Wayne Wallace, baritione saxophonist Dr Aaron Lington and guitarist Scott Sorkin, SVRJO is made up of local professional musicians who's performing and recording credits include Woody Herman, Maynard Ferguson, Count Basie, Louie Bellson, Bill Watrous and countless more. SVRJO features the works of local writer's and arrangers who are members of the jazz orchestra as well as material from other well known big bands.

Jan. 13th - FASMANIA is an 18-piece contemporary big band led by husband and wife duo, Louis and Kelly Fasman.. Fasmania has been together for the past 10+ years and features many prominent musicians from all over the bay area.This Bay Area All-Star band performs compositions and arrangements written exclusively by band members and local composers. Fasmania features Louis and Kelly as well as Tod Dickow, Steve Campos, John Worley, and Alex Murzyn, among other top Bay Area professionals.

Jan. 20th - Valley Christian High School Jazz Ensemble is one of San Jose's finest youth big bands. Led by prominent jazz educator Dave Gregoric, Valley Christian High School Big Band has won top honors at many student jazz festivals all over the west coast including the 2009 Monterey Jazz Festival. Students from the Jazz department have received numerous awards and scholarships including outstanding musicianship and scholarship awards from the Monterey Jazz Festival, Reno Jazz Festival, USC jazz festival, Downbeat magazine and the Grammy Foundation.

Jan. 27th - The ´Daddios¡ Evening Jazz Ensembles are comprised of college and high school students, part-time players and professional musicians from around the Bay Area. The name ´Daddios¡ is a nod to the legacy of the late Dr. Herb Patnoe, who founded the evening rehearsal bands in the 1960s as a haven for some of the Bay Area?s best jazz musicians, giving them the chance to get together regularly with their peers to prepare and perform challenging jazz music. After a hiatus of over a decade, the ´Daddios¡ were reassembled in early 2001 and now rehearse on Wednesday evenings under the direction of De Anza alumnus Steve Tyler. A graduate of Cal State, Northridge and USC, and a former member of Patnoe's great bands at De Anza in the early 1970s, Tyler has toured as the lead trombonist with the big bands of Harry James, Bill Watrous and Mel Tormé, and worked professionally for over 20 years in the Los Angeles area music industry. Since returning to the Bay Area in 1999 he has been very active as a performer, educator, adjudicator and clinician. He shares with his mentor the same enthusiasm for the big band genre, and the new incarnation of the ´Daddios¡ now includes some of the finest professional and amateur players in the Bay Area, keeping the spirit of ´Doc¡ Patnoe's musical vision alive at De Anza College.

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Acclaimed trumpeter John Worley and up and coming saxophonist Oscar Pangilinan are starting a new all ages jam session every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at Senzala Restaurant in Sunnyvale. Sessions in January will be on January 12th and 26th.
John Worley and Oscar Pangilinan Quintet
John Worley - trumpet and flugelhorn
Oscar Pangilinan - sax
Kevin Higuchi - Drums
Mark Arroyo - Guitar
Fred Paclibon - Bass
All big band performances and the jazz jams will take place from 7:30pm to 10:30pm
Door charge - $5 w/ dinner - $10 without dinner
*San Jose Jazz members, seniors and under 21 years old $3 w/dinner - $8 no dinner
** $5 charge for individuals who bring instrument to perform at jazz jam session
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John Worley & Bari Bari, Murray Low Trio, Aaron Lington Quintet!!

When Worlds Collide..The Sequel - October 18,2009
John Worley & Bari Bari, Murray Low Trio, Aaron Lington Quintet!!
Hello Friends, Happy Fall!
On October 18,2009 Sunday Jazz at the Little Fox will present "When Worlds Collide - The Sequel". Back by popular demand John Worley and Bari Bari and the Aaron Lington Quintet! This show garnered so much enthusiasm last year that we had to make it so again! This year we are pleased to also bring the phenomenal Murray Low Trio to the mix. Here is the line-up. John Worley & Bari Bari, The Murray Low Trio, and The Aaron Lington Quintet. Do yourself a favor and come to this show! See you there! John Worley & Bari Bari, Murray Low Trio, Aaron Lington QuintetPresented by The Redwood City Cultural Commission and BeasWa ProductionsSun. October 18, 2009 - 4pmLittle Fox Theater2209 BroadwayRedwood City$18 adv. / $20 doorwww.foxdream.com(650) 369-4119 Back by popular demand Bari Bari and the Aaron Lington Quintet! This show garnered so much enthusiasm last year that we had to make it so again! This year we are pleased to also bring the phenomenal Murray Low Trio to the mix.John Worley and Bari Bari consists of John Worley - flugelhorn/trumpet, baritone saxophonists Aaron Lington, Fil Lorenz and Geoff Roach and is backed by John's great rhythm section including Murray Low on keys, Tom Bockhold on bass and Paul Van Wageningen on drums. This group pays homage to the hard bop east coast player Pepper Adams and the West Coast Cool School player Gerry Mulligan. These two gentlemen are probably the most influential saxophonists on the current generation of the Bari Sax players. The musicians in Bari Bari are highly sought after players and jazz educators in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. This is a culmination of phenomenal talent that is sure to inspire and delight the listener. www.johnworley.comThe Aaron Lington Quintet - Aaron Lington Baritone is a Saxophonist, Composer, Arranger, and a Jazz Educator. Aaron is actually, Dr. Lington and is currently assistant professor of Jazz Education at San Jose State University. He was recently recognized in the 55th Annual Downbeat Magazine Critic's Poll as a "Rising Star" in the Baritone Saxophone Category. He has performed with several well-known artists including Maria Schneider, Bo Diddley, Pete "El Conde" Rodriguez, and the Temptations. Lington was also a member of the world-renowned and Grammy-nominated One O'Clock Lab Band. This is only a partial listing of his accolades and achievement. www.aaronlington.comMurray Low Trio- Murray Low is the Grammy nominated jazz pianist that Pete Escovedo and seemingly every other fine a musician in the Bay Area call when they need the best, most creative, brilliant pianist arranger around. This man is the consummate creative musician. Absolutely wonderfully, musically brilliant! His influences range from Rachmaninoff to Omar Sosa and then some. He is eclectic, electric and extremely compelling to listen to.Bottom Line: Don't Miss This Show!!

upcoming WorlView, Bari Bari and AT&T San Jose Jazz Festival gigs

Hi Friends,

On Friday, July 31st and Saturday, August 1st, WorlView 4.0 will be at the South Bay's newest and most delightful wine bar, D'Vine Jazz and Wine in Morgan Hill. There is no cover charge and it is right off Highway 101! Ricardo and Linda, the owners, have created an awesome way to partake in three of life's greatest experiences: Jazz, wine and the company of someone you truly care about.

By the way......

Bari Bari will doing it's hard-bop thang
this coming Monday, August 3rd from 6-8 pm.
The venue is called "Jazz On Main" and it's on the corner of Main and Broadway in Redwood City. It's a new concert series run by my friend and artist rep, Matt Beasley and Redwood City. SF Bay Area artists Wally Schnalle and Will Blades have been featured and the crowds have been great. It's the place to be on a Monday evening so stop by and hang with us a bit.

If you can't make this hit then.....

Come see us on Sunday August 9th at 2pm at the AT&T San Jose Jazz Festival. We're playing on the Smith Dobson Tribute Stage located in the IMAX Theater. Bari Bari member Geoff Roach and the folks at San Jose Jazz have put together a line-up of talent that people will be talking about for years. Geoff unfortunately will not be on our gig...I guess it has something to do with the fact he's running the show but we have Kristen Strom taking his place and at some point, we'll have a 4th Bari player joining us. You'll have to fall by of you want to know who it'll be....
And while you're there, look for me on Saturday, 4pm with the Pete Escovedo Orchestra on the Main Stage and at 6pm with legendary saxophonist Dave pell, leader of Super Sax Med Flory.On Sunday I'll also be playing with bari Bari member Fil Lorenz in his band Fil Lorenz Orchestra on the Rep Stage at noon and at 6pm with the Latin Jazz AllStars on the Latin Jazz Stage......
We hope that your summer is cookin' right along and includes plans to stop by and partake of our music.

We always love to see you in our audience!

Best Wishes,
John Worley, WorlView 4.0and Bari Bari

more info below:

July 31 & August 1st - D'Vine Wine and Jazz
775 Cochrane Road
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
408-779-7755

August 3rd - Jazz On Main St. 6pm
www.redwoodcity.org/events/music#JAZZ

August 9th - San Jose Jazz Festival
Smith Dobson Tribute Stage 2pm
http://jazzfest.sanjose.org/en/home.html

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www.myspace.com/worlview

new interview with Jean Bartlett...

My friend Jean Bartlett interviewed me back in Feb and it's now up on her web site: http://jeansmagazines.org/JeansG/JohnWorley/JohnWorley.htm
We talked about my life growing up in the SF Bay Area and what it was like back in the day. It's also a glimpse into my early years in the music business.
I seem to looking back in time and reflecting on my life and the friends I've made along the way.
My Facebook page has pics from my childhood as well as some of the folks I've had the pleasure of playing with and the friendships that developed from it.
Sit back, pour a nice taste of whatever comforts you and read a spell. And when you're done send me a email and let me know what you think.......jworleyjr@aol.com
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Worl

John Worley and WorlView 4.0 Live at Senzala Restaurant sat, April 18th

You are invited to come to enjoy WorlView 4.0 - playing at Senzala Restaurant in Sunnyvale on Saturday, April 18th starting at 8pm. Joining us that evening will be drummer and leader of the band Soul Sauce, Curt Moore.
Lydia and Wagner, the owners of this fine establishment will be serving their fantastic Brazilian cuisine starting at 7 PM. They are truly the nicest people you could ever meet. The sound is great, stage is perfect and there are plenty of seats and parking for everyone. Children are welcome and one other thing....We love playing there!
We'll be playing material from "WorlView","Live at Filoli"(release date Fall of 2010), music from our Freddie Hubbard tribute at Yoshi's and my other group, Bari Bari. By the way, Bari Bari will be making their debut in the San Jose Jazz Festival on August 9th at 2pm. Keep an eye out for us....
We hope you can come out and join us.......
Best Wishes,
John Worley and WorlView 4.0
Murray Low, Tom Bockhold, Curt Moore and yours truly, John Worley.
www.johnworley.com
www.myspace.com/worlview
www.twitter.com/worl
and for those of you on facebook.....search for John L. Worley Jr

WorlView live at the Jazz Showcase..City Lights Theater 2/15/2009

Bonjour Mes Amis,

Looking for something kind of romantic and lyrical to help you celebrate on this upcoming Valentine's Day weekend? Searching for ideas for an interesting and fun date night?

Maybe you have already noticed on the www.sanjosejazz.org website that WorlView 5.0 will bring their unique sound to City Lights Theater in San Jose this Sunday, February 15th at 7pm.

We will be playing mellow tunes you and your Valentine will enjoy from the Great American Song Book, as well as selections from our CD WorlView, songs from our upcoming CD "WorlView Live at Filoli" and material from our "Tribute To Freddie Hubbard" concert at Yoshi's last January.

This special Jazz Showcase concert is produced by San Jose Jazz and City Lights Theater. Also, special mention goes to Matt Beasley for all of his hard work in creating performance venues like this for local jazz artists in the Bay Area. Thanks Matt!!!

Our good friend and melodious guitarist, Sebastien Lanson from Paris will join WorlView for this concert. So please, lose that cabin fever. Come out and help us celebrate this weekend of tributes to Cupid & the folks we adore.
Best Wishes,
John Worley and WorlView 5.0
Murray Low-piano
Tom Bockhold-bass
Paul VanWageningen-drums
Sebastien Lanson-guitar
and yours truly,

John Worley-trumpet, post horn and flugal de amor....


Jazz Showcase at City Lights Theater529 S. 2nd St., San Jose, California Cost: $15 general admission ($13 for SJ Jazz & City Lights members)
buy online at www.cltc.org
or at the City Lights Theater Box Office
408-295-4200

to see upcoming WorlView /Bari Bari performances, go to
www.johnworley.com
www.myspace.com/worlview
http://twitter.com/worl
http://www.facebook.com

A New Day in America

Today, I witnessed the rebirth of the American spirit. From the cries of "Yes We Can" to the rhythmic chanting "Obama, Obama...." I saw a country united, a spirit forged in the steely prose of our new leader, Barack Obama. When I watch him interact with others, I see someone whom I can relate to. When I listen to his speeches, he moves me like no other leader has. He is charismatic, strong in spirit and determination and is most definitely what America needs at the moment. A people's leader. He is one of us and understands the responsibilities of his office.
Will he solve all of America's woes....I can't say. I can only hope that with our help, our determination we lend thru our hands and hearts, we the American people will join together to restore our faith in our country thru his leadership.
We must not forget all that the Bush regime tore away from us. Rights, individual freedoms ripped from our breast by ignoring the will and desires of the people. Bush and Cheney taking our country into grave peril and economic ruin in the name of greed and patriotism?!?...at least that's what the Bush regime called it. And if you disagreeded with their ego driven madness, you were label "unpatriotic". When was the right to your own opinion unpatriotic? The American people suffered these fools for eight long years. Years in which we alienated just about the whole world except those who profited from all the back door deals.
It's a new day, a new dawn and the American people elected someone who has got it going on...Barack Hussein (yes I said it...Hussein) Obama.
It's time to put aside our differences people. I feel it's time to step forth and do what we can to encourage change and growth. And restore the luster of our country's honor after 8 long years of winter.
Just my humble opinion folks....I don't want to argue with anyone. I have the right to speak my mind again. And it feels good......................

WorlView 7.0 live Friday November 21st, 8pm

Hola,

Great News! I am bringing back the original John Worley & Worlview 7.0 ensemble for a very rare special engagement on Friday, November 21 at 8PM. WorlView 7.0 is part of the More Jazz at the Library 2008 series of concerts associated with the San Ramon Library.

Many of you know that for most of 2008, I've been playing concerts with my quartet/quintet WorlView 4.0/5.0 and my latest venture, the Bari Bari band. It's my pleasure to announce that this concert will feature my original band, WorlView 7.0. You'll see and hear "The Dr" Wayne Wallace, Kristen Strom, Murray Low, Tom Bockhold, Michaelle Goerlitz and Curt Moore. Curt will sub for Paul VW who is playing with the maestro Pete Escovedo in St Lucia ...life is tough eh?

To sweeten your experience, delicious desserts featured at this concert will be from Draeger's Market. www.Draegers.com Also, there is an art exhibit at the San Ramon Library featuring Jazz to co-ordinate with the series.
WorlView 7.0 will actually be performing at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center at 8pm. Tickets are $25 (Seniors 62 + and students are only $20). They are available at the Library (100 Montgomery Street, San Ramon, CA) or by mail.
Information: www.SanRamonJazz.org (925) 973-2853

Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center
10550 Albion Rd
San Ramon, CA
925-973-2855
www.sanramonlibrary.org

Come, travel the world with us: WorlView ensemble touches on all corners of the Americas, riding a world chart of bop, straight ahead jazz, tango, AfroCuban and "all ports in between."

Musically Yours,

John Worley


www.johnworley.com
www.myspace.com
http://twitter.com/worl

When Worlds Collide, Sunday Sept 14th, 4pm at the Little Fox RWC

Hi Friends,

Sunday, Sept. 14th is coming up soon - like this weekend already! So I am writing to you to remind you about our multi-band concert, "When Worlds Collide".

John Worley and Bari Bari plus Vandivier and also the Aaron Lington Quintet will be playing at the beautiful Little Fox in Redwood City. If you haven't been there yet, now is the time. It is an intimate venue, a restored gem in downtown RWC. You can savor a glass of something refreshing (This is a 21 and over event!) while sitting in the front row or up in the balcony - no assigned seats.

It is a perfect date on a Sunday because it starts at 4 PM and you are home early enough to start your week all refreshed.

This is a special concert Series called Sunday Jazz at the Little Fox created to showcase some of the finest acts anywhere who just happen to reside in our area.

Here is the scoop:
Sunday, Sept 14th, 4 PM
Little Fox
2215 Broadway
Redwood City, CA
650 - FOX - 4119

Tickets only $18 advance (Available from John too!) or $20 at the door
An interesting note from BeasWa co-producer Matt Beasley:
"This is a show you’ll be blown away by: John Worley and Bari Bari, Vandivier and the Aaron Lington Quintet. These instrumental groups are world class - simply amazing. What you will hear is premiere talent, awe-inspiring prowess, and lush chordal beauty."
"John Worley and Bari Bari consists of John Worley - flugelhorn/trumpet, baritone saxophonists Aaron Lington, Fil Lorenz and Kristen Strom and is backed by John’s great rhythm section including Murray Low on keys, Tom Bockhold on bass and Paul Van Wageningen on drums. This group pays homage to the hard bop East Coast player Pepper Adams and the West Coast Cool School player Gerry Mulligan. These two gentlemen are probably the most influential saxophonists of the current generation of the Bari Sax players. The musicians in Bari Bari are highly sought-after players and jazz educators in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. This is a culmination of phenomenal talent that is sure to inspire and delight the listener."
" Vandivier - Rick Vandivier is an extraordinary master of guitar. He plays with passion, fire, and a sense of humor. Over the years, Vandivier has evolved a wide ranging style that extends from pushing the limits of jazz guitar to applying his liquid style to the full spectrum of music from raw blues through bebop, Latin music and classical music all the way to the raging soul of Jimi Hendrix. Vandivier’s music is a spiritual experience! "
"The Aaron Lington Quintet - Aaron Lington is a Baritone Saxophonist, Composer, Arranger, and a Jazz Educator. Aaron is actually Dr. Lington and is currently assistant professor of Jazz Education at San Jose State University. He was recently recognized in the 55th Annual Downbeat Magazine Critic’s Poll as a "Rising Star" in the Baritone Saxophone Category. He has performed with several well-known artists including Maria Schneider, Bo Diddley, Pete "El Conde" Rodriguez, and the Temptations. Lington was also a member of the world-renowned and Grammy-nominated One O’Clock Lab Band. This is only a partial listing of his accolades and achievements. Don’t miss these superb musicians!"
Please tell your friends or bring them along! We'd love to see you there!!!

Best Wishes,

John Worley and all of the musicians of "When Worlds Collide"

P.S. The first 10 people to bring a copy of this blog to the concert will receive a free signed poster by John Worley entitled, "Jazz Iz".

John Worley and Bari Bari
Aaron Lington, Fil Lorenz and Kristen Strom - Baritone Sax
Murray Low - Piano
Tom Bockhold - Bass
Paul Van Wageningen - Drums
John Worley - Trumpet, Flugelhorn

Aaron Lington Quintet
Aaron Lington - Baritone Sax
John Worley - Trumpet, Flugelhorn
Murray Low - Piano
Tom Bockhold - Bass
Paul Van Wageningen - Drums

Vandivier
Rick Vandivier - Guitar
Murray Low - Piano
Paul Van Wageningen - Drums
Tom Bockhold - Bass

Bari Bari makes critics pick in San Jose Merc News

Critics picks for Sept. 11-17
By Mercury News Staff Mercury News
09/05/2008 02:52:47 PM PDT


MUSIC
A jazz triple-header
Once upon a time, a jazz concert was a multi-event. I remember seeing Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Cecil Taylor and Budd Johnson, a burry-toned tenor player, on a single bill in New York in the early '70s. That sort of thing doesn't happen much anymore. But Sunday afternoon at the Little Fox in Redwood City, the old format makes a comeback with "When Worlds Collide," a triple-header of a show featuring the restlessly innovative trumpeter John Worley and Bari Bari (his group with three baritone saxophonists and a hot rhythm section); guitarist Rick Vandivier, whose playing spans bebop and Hendrix, with his band; and the exceptional baritone saxophonist Aaron Lington (also a member of Bari Bari) with his own quintet. 4 p.m. Sunday; Little Fox, 2215 Broadway, Redwood City; $20, $18 advance; (650) FOX-4119, r www.foxdream.com.
— Richard Scheinin, Mercury News

"When Worlds Collide" John Worley and Bari Bari plus Vandivier and the Aaron Lington Quintet

Hi Friends,

Sunday, Sept. 14th is the date to Save if you love music!!
"When Worlds Collide"

John Worley and Bari Bari plus Vandivier and the Aaron Lington Quintet will be playing at the beautiful Little Fox in Redwood City. If you haven't been there yet, now is the time. It is an intimate venue, a restored gem in downtown RWC. You can savor a glass of something refreshing (This is a 21 and over event!) while sitting in the front row or up in the balcony - no assigned seats.

It is a perfect date on a Sunday because it starts at 4 PM and you are home early enough to start your week all refreshed.

This is a special concert Series called Sunday Jazz at the Little Fox created to showcase some of the finest acts anywhere who happen to reside in our area.

Here is the scoop:
Sunday, Sept 14th, 4 PM
Little Fox
2215 Broadway
Redwood City, CA
650 - FOX - 4119

Tickets only $18 advance (Available from John too!) or $20 at the door

We'd love to see you there!

Best Wishes,

John Worley

P.S. If you can't wait till then, Bari Bari will be at the Hedley Club this Friday from 8:30 pm-12:30 am. The Hedley Club is located in the De Anza Hotel in downtown San Jose at
233 West Santa Clara St. San Jose, Ca 95113. Come by for a drink or two, some food and the exciting sounds of Bari Bari featuring Aaron Lington, Fil Lorenz, Geoff Roach, Kris Strom, Murray Low, Curt Moore, Tom Bockhold and yours truly.

WorlView 4.0 and Bari Bari live at the Bleu Ginger and Hedley Club on July 25th and 26th

Hi Friends,

I hope you are enjoying your fine California summer so far! If you are wondering what's happening musically with me, here is the latest: I've got a couple of interesting gigs coming up this week to share with you.

First, WorlView 3.0 will be playing at the Bleu Ginger Restaurant and Lounge in Milpitas this Friday, July 25th from 7-10pm. Joining Tom Bockhold, Paul vanWageningen and yours truly will be our good friend, guitarist Sebastien Lanson. We'll be playing selections from our WorlView CD as well as standards from the Great American song book. If you're looking to spend a mellow evening out, this is the place to do it.

I do not ordinarily claim to be a psychic, BUT...on this Saturday, July 26th at 8:30pm, expect a seismic disturbance of somewhere around 8.0 - 9.0 centered in downtown San Jose....
Bari Bari will be playing at the Hedley Club in San Jose's beautiful DeAnza Hotel. The last time we played there, the place went nuts with the sound of 3 Baritone Saxophonists, Fil Lorenz, Geoff Roach, myself on trumpet and master blaster Aaron Lington. If that isn't enough for everyone, I've added a fourth Bari player, WorlView's own Kristen Strom to da mix. When the four of them get crankin', you might want to bring a helmet, lead lined vest or find a doorway to stand under in case the place comes down.....A Sharks Goalie uniform might be quite appropriate for this event!

This awesome concert is free! So stop by. Have a couple of cocktails served up by "the man" himself, Lonnie, and be prepared to experience the sound of the Bari Bari.

We hope to see you all this weekend!!
Best Wishes,
John Worley

Hedley Club in the Hotel De Anza
233 West Santa Clara Street San Jose, California 95113
408/286-1000
http://www.hoteldeanza.com/hedley.html

Bleu Ginger
90 S Abel St Milpitas, California 95035
(408) 719-9998

John Worley and WorlView 4.0 plus 1 live on April 24th at Kuumbwa Jazz Center

Hi Friends,

Normally this tax day is one of great angst and much teeth grinding for most American people. I too have experienced the woes of April 15th as a self-employed guy. However, this message is not sent to you as a reminder of taxes due, but to let you know that there IS light at the end of the tunnel and something that will be fun for you to do!!!

Next week, on Thursday, April 24th at 7pm, John Worley and WorlView 4.0 will be playing at Kuumbwa Jazz Center in Santa Cruz as part of the taste bud inspiring "Cookin' at the Kuumbwa" series. Award winning chef Cheryl Simmons will be presenting another one of her absolutely fabulous dinners. If you've experienced her cuisine, you know it's off the hook! If not, let your "inner foodie" guide you to share with us an evening of great food and jazz.

Plus, WorlView 4.0 is pleased to have with us, a special guest from Paris, guitarist Sebastien Lanson!! Sebastien recorded on our CD "WorlView" and has his own release on Dancing Sumo Records called "In Transition". We're looking forward to playing with him again. And yes, we will admit, Sebastien does have a bit of a female fan base....

We'll be doing a live radio interview and concert at 2 pm that day, April 24th, on KUSP 88.9 FM - so check that out too if you can.

We're looking forward to seeing you all there. I'm attaching a flyer of the gig for more info.
If you have a public place you can hang it to help us out or interested folks to pass it out to, please do. This will be a fun hang and one you won't want to miss!!

Best Wishes everyone!!!

John Worley and WorlView 4.0
Murray Low-piano, Tom Bockhold-bass, Paul Van Wageningen-drums and Sebastien Lanson-guitar
Kuumbwa Jazz Center
320-2 Cedar St
Santa Cruz 831-427-2227
www.kuumbwajazz.org

Concert only: $10 advance/$13 door
Jazz concert and dinner: only $22.50 advance
Doors and dinner 6pm - Concert 7pm

John Worley and WorlView 5.0 live March 11th at Yoshi's Oakland

Hi Friends,

In case you haven't heard, I have some great news to tell you. On March 11th, my band, WorlView 5.0 will be making its first appearance at Yoshi's on Jack London Square in Oakland. I've had the pleasure of playing there with a number of artists from Stanley Clarke, Mel Martin Big Band, Wayne Wallace, Jon Jang and most recently, vocalist Jamie Davis. However, these Tuesday evening performances (8 & 10 pm) will be WorlView's debut at one of the finest jazz venues on the West Coast with a stellar reputation in the music world.

Since the start of WorlView in the summer of 2004, we've had the privilege of performing at the San Jose Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Jazz at Filoli, Kuumbwa Jazz Center, Intersection for the Arts in San Francisco, the deYoung Museum, the Jazz School in Berkeley and other fine venues. To add Yoshi's to the list is truly an honor.


I hope that you can join us on March 11th to share this special evening with Murray Low, Tom Bockhold, Paul vanWageningen, Michaelle Goerlitz and myself. Please be sure to stop by and say "Hello" so we can thank you for supporting not only WorlView and Yoshi's but America's original art form and national treasure, Jazz.

The show times are 8 and 10 pm. For more info, click on this link.

Note: San Jose Jazz Society members will be able to receive an incredible special one-night only discount on my Worlview CD and new "Jazz Is..." poster - only $10 for both items! What a great "Thank you" sale. Please be sure to show your current membership card to receive this offer.

Sincerely,

John L. Worley Jr and WorlView 5.0
www.myspace.com/worlview
www.johnworley.com