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Napa Valley Jazz Society: Mimi Fox, guitar - A Tribute to Wes Montgomery
Silo's, 530 Main St, Napa, CA | Get Directions »
$20.00
While Mimi Fox has been a Bay Area resident for decades, hometown opportunities to catch this globetrotting guitar star are few and far between. A blazing straight-ahead fret master who combines bebop- infused technique with an abundance of soul, Fox spins solos that unfurl with surprise twists like expertly tailored short stories. She has performed and recorded with some of the most commanding players in jazz, including saxophonists Branford Marsalis and David Sánchez, vocalists Abbey Lincoln, Diana Krall and Janis Siegel and Hammond B-3 organ masters Barbara Dennerlein and Dr. Lonnie Smith. Among fellow guitarists, Fox has collaborated with a multi-generational who’s-who, including Kenny Burrell, Charlie Byrd and Charlie Hunter. And after a string of critically praised albums, she’s recently released a captivating DVD, Mimi Fox: Live at the Palladium — a consistently exhilarating trio session. For her Napa date, Fox pays tribute to the immortal recordings of Wes Montgomery. The trio features Wil Blades on Hammond B-3, & Akira Tana on drums.
"Mimi was quite a revelation, I was just knocked out. It’s not just that
her technique is amazing, it’s that she sounded very original to me." Jim Hall
"While Fox makes her first impression with her technical skills, it’s
sher emotional depth as a player that leaves an enduring mark." DownBeat
The Napa Valley Jazz Society supports jazz in the Valley through events, education and community outreach, in collaboration with arts organizations throughout the Bay Area.
The NVJS endeavors to lead the way: making jazz more widely available up and down Napa Valley; cultivating audiences; and encouraging participation in this exciting art form.
Event Details
| Where | Silo's 530 Main St, Napa, CA 94559 |
| Next on | This event is over. |
| Time | 4:00 pm–6:30 pm |
| Website | http://napavalleyjazzsociety.org |
| Phone | 707 224.5299 |
| info@napavalleyjazzsociety.org | |
| Price | NVJS Members $20 NonMembers $40 |
More About Silo's
Silo's is a lounge that serves a light menu. Part restaurant, part entertainment venue with Silo's Jazz club stage, it pairs good wine with good music. Cheese plates combine fruit, artisanal cheeses, baguettes and nuts. Light snacks on the menu are always changing. Wine may be served by the glass or bottle. Appetizers are served until 10pm on Thursdays and midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
Many a notable talent has graced Silo's stage, such as the local Napa Valley Jazz Society, Juliane Band, Wesla Whitfield and the Rhythm Cats. Styles range from rockabily, jump blues and swing. Calls for reservations are encouraged. Silo's is available for private and corporate events.
