About this Event
Aaron Shapiro is a guitarist and composer who has been a fixture in Chicago's eclectic music scene since 2010. As a writer and arranger he has composed for a 15-piece big band, a Hammond Organ trio and an album of guitar & vocal duets with singer Mary Lawson. Over the past decade he has performed at many of Chicago’s renowned music venues including Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Ravinia Festival’s Bennett Gordon Hall and The Jazz Showcase. Aaron was a member of the Grammy Jazz Ensemble in 2011 and has performed with avant-funk band The Eternals since 2015. He has also collaborated on recording projects with saxophonist Patrick Bartley and drummer Daru Jones. For the Colvin Concert series, Aaron's trio will be presenting two sets of original music with some choice cover songs. He will be joined by bassist John Sutton and pianist Paul Giallorenzo.
To learn more, visit: Website
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While RSVP is free, there is a suggested donation in place of a ticket price at the door so that Colvin House can pay our talented, local artists and continue supporting the performing arts. We ask that you contribute $20/person toward paying the musicians and staff for their efforts in producing these community concerts at the Colvin House.
Colvin House cannot make change so please bring the exact amount you plan on donating. While we prefer cash donations whenever possible, we also accept Zelle, Venmo, and PayPal. Thank you!
We are thrilled to partner with our neighbor, Rewired Cafe, for The Concert Series! Using QR codes, guests will be able to order right from their seats and have food delivered.
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Helpful Info:
Colvin House cannot provide parking on site for this event. The first 20 cars can park free at George B. Swift Elementary school, just a block west of Colvin House. Please pull up to Colvin House's driveway gate (Thorndale Ave) first to receive a parking permit which will provide further instruction.
For $20, valet parking is also available at the Malibu Condominiums (6007 N Sheridan) public garage, just across the street, north of Colvin House. This parking can be validated by Colvin House for $2.00 off.
We recommend arriving early if you need to park.
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+ Please only register / RSVP if you are able to attend. If plans change, please cancel your reservation or email us at [email protected]
+ We recommend registering as a group (under one name) so that our staff can plan to seat your party together.
+ Bring-Your-Own-Refreshment! You are welcome to enjoy your own beverages and food at your table.
+Keep an eye on this link as well as your inbox (once you've registered) for any announcements in the case of a postponement.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Colvin House, 5940 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, United States
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