America the Beautiful - January 19, 2010
Soul Eyes LP now Available Digitally - August 25, 2009
Laurie's debut recording made in 1985 with pianist George Cables will soon be available on all the major online distribution sites including iTunes and Amazon.
American Dreams Concert and Recording - May 24, 2009
Come to the American Dreams concert on Saturday, May 30th at the Jazzschool - 510-845-5373 for more info. The band is getting ready to go into the studio in June - lot's of great songs and wonderful musicians.
Spring News - March 19, 2009
The Jazzschool is finishing up the Winter Quarter with recitals that are open to the public starting March 23 through the 30th. Go to
www.jazzschool.com to see the schedule. As well, registration is open for the Spring Quarter. Please call 510-845-5373 to sign up for classes.
In May, Laurie's latest project "American Dreams" will be featured in a fundraiser and private concert on May 2nd. Contact laurie@laurieantonioli.com for more details. On May 30th, she appears at the Jazzschool in concert. You can buy tickets online at the school website.
The "American Dreams" project has been brewing for sometime. Here's an excerpt from Laurie's description and invitation:
"Dreams come in many forms. As artists, we represent dream worlds in our work. The line between the practical, so-called real world and the mindscapes of imagination blur and are always at play for us. When I lived overseas from 2002-2006, I would dream of being back in the States - even though I enjoyed the European aesthetic and lifestyle, there was a longing that can only be described as homesickness. And then, once home, with our country in a state of crisis, yet with so much hope on the horizon, the concept of the "American Dream" is at the front of my mind.
My latest project, "American Dreams" is a collection of songs that have a uniquely American sound informed by those years abroad. The songs spring from traditional American Folk music as well as a large helping of original compositions with my lyrics.
Please join me for an intimate concert, held in the informal setting of my home, to raise funds for our recording in the summer of 2009. We will preview the songs and tell the stories behind them. I invite you to be part of our American Dreams."
A Great Year and More to Come - December 17, 2008
Laurie has been working with Jazzschool Director Susan Muscarella putting the finishing touches on the Vocal Program for the Jazzschool Institute which will start in the Fall 2009. Auditions take place in March 2009 - contact laurie@jazzschool.com for more information.
Fall is Upon Us - August 22, 2008
Take a look at all the interesting classes at the Jazzschool:
www.jazzschool.com Among the offerings are World Music classes: Eastern European Songs and Vocal Techniques, Irish Songs and Vocal Techniques, Indian Vocal Techniques, and many jazz classes including "The Creative Jazz Singer", Vocal Improvisation and a "The Art of the Duo". Laurie is going into her 3rd season as the Director of the Vocal Program at the Jazzschool.
Laurie was in Austria, Germany and Turkey in March and April of 2008 -- putting the final touches on her latest recording with Richie Beirach, doing a workshop and also some concert appearances. Now back in the Bay Area, she has been busy with putting together the curriculum for the new Jazzschool Institute with Director Susan Muscarella. This 4 year degree program will be a highly specialized, singer-friendly program. Auditions in March 2009, The Institute opens in the Fall 2009.
Purchase "Soul Eyes" LP - October 19, 2007
Catero Records went out of business many years ago, but, recently the LP's were found and are available to purchase. "Soul Eyes", a duo recording between Laurie Antonioli and pianist George Cables was recorded in 1985. It's a collection of Standards, Bebop and some original songs and lyrics. A gem of a record recorded live to 2 track by Fred Catero.
To buy an LP, contact: laurie@laurieantonioli.com
Concert! - May 3, 2007
Ms. Antonioli will debut her new group featuring Peter Horvath on piano, John Schifflett on bass and Jason Lewis on Drums in a concert on Saturday, June 2nd at 8:00 at the Jazzschool.
Seating is limited, buy tickets online:
www.jazzschool.com
SPRING QUARTER AT THE JAZZ SCHOOL - March 28, 2007
Spring brings 3 Vocal Masters to the school. Nancy King in April, Mark Murphy in May and Sheila Jordan in June. They will all be doing concerts and then, join Laurie Antonioli for the Master Classes with the Masters. For more info and to purchase tickets and reserve a place in the workshops:
www.jazzschool.com
Vocal Highlights at the Jazzschool - December 20, 2006
The Vocal Program at the Jazzschool starts 2007 with an exciting roster of classes and workshops including Bobby McFerrin & Kurt Elling for one day workshops, Kitty Margolis & Ledisi doing a series of workshops, Ann Dyer teaching an Intro to Indian Singing as well as Laurie teaching six classes which include lyric writing, improvisation and Creative Jazz Singing. Go to
www.jazzschool.com to see full details. Or, call the school at 510-845-5373 to register.
Songs for Singers - December 1, 2006
We are featuring a song from the Pauer-Antonioli songbook on the listening section of this website. Songs will rotate and you'll have a chance to check out the repretoire. Purchase the sheet music by contacting: laurie@laurieantonioli.com
Sneak Previews - October 19, 2006
From time to time a new song will be featured as a sneak preview of the upcoming release "Transformation". It features Richie Beirach on piano and Pepe Berns on Bass. Check back regularly...the featured song will change and not be available again until the recording is available to the public!
Laurie Returns to the Bay Area - September 25, 2006
Back after four years abroad, Laurie has taken a position at the Jazzschool in Berkeley, California as the Chair of the Vocal Jazz Studies program.