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MHC at the Rosendale Cafe

August 23, 2008

The group played to a standing-room-only house last night at this hip acoustic music haven in Rosendale, NY. We were all astounded at the reception we got. Gypsy jazz is definitely alive and well, and audiences are eating it up! Two special guests joined us for a few tunes: first, Aaron's father, Hal Lieberman, on trumpet; and later, accordionist Ed Marris. At the end of the night, the audience wouldn't let us leave, so we had both Hal and Ed join us for an encore as a sextet. Thanks to everyone who came and made this evening of music a big success!

MHC Welcomes Martin Keith

June 4, 2008

Martin Keith now joins us on acoustic bass. Martin has been playing bass for about 15 years. His lifetime love of music has led him to play in almost every style and genre, and he has performed with artists such as Vassar Clements, Peter Rowan, David Grisman, Chris Hillman and Herb Pedersen, Ben Perowski, and (of course) his father, bluegrass banjo innovator Bill Keith. This love for music also extends to his working life, building guitars and basses for Martin Keith Guitars. Welcome, Martin!

CD Now Available!

May 31, 2008

Our new CD is now available, featuring 10 selections, including three original compositions. Two of the originals feature special guest, Frank Vignola. Come hear us at one of our performances and purchase a copy, or send us an email to get one. Here's what's on it:

Metro Minor (Michael Boyle)
Djangology (Django Reinhardt)
Eternally (Michael Snow)
Lady Be Good (George and Ira Gershwin)
Heavy Artillery (Django Reinhardt)
Dangerous Boogie (Michael Boyle)
My Blue Heaven (Walter Donaldson/George Whiting)
Nuages (Django Reinhardt)
Lulu Swing (Lulu Reinhardt)
Tears (Django Reinhardt)

MHC Welcomes Aaron Lieberman

August 11, 2007

Aaron Lieberman now joins us on rhythm and solo guitar. Aaron is a graduate of Manhattan School of Music, and is a long-time fan of swing music from the 20s, 30s, sand 40s.

New CD in the Works

July 14, 2007

MHC is currently recording their second CD, which includes several original compositions penned by MHC members Michael Snow and Michael Boyle. Look for it later this year.

MHC Performs to Standing-Room-Only Audience at Thrall Public Library

Nov. 5, 2006

The word must be out: This style of music is more and more popular, and Metropolitan Hot Club is hotter than ever! Joining the trio for this gig was Mark Bernstein, jazz guitarist, adding solid rhythm and tasty solos, helping create that authentic Hot Club sound. The room was completely packed, and accolades abounded as the group not only perfomed a wide range of tunes, but enlightened listeners with little-known tidbits of information about Django Reinhardt, his music, and his influence on other musicians.