OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, July 24, 2009 · 32 Williams and Associates FORESTRY CONSULTING 866-856-1286 866 856 1286 German music, comedy and all that jazz Arts Briefs This weekend, enjoy an evening of romantic music for voice and piano by internationally renowned pianist Newena Popow and baritone singer Thomas Franke from Hamburg, Germany. They will be in Canada for one week to perform a series of concerts where they will help you to discover the secrets and subtleties of quiet sounds, and to explore the roots of story telling with their German art song repertoire. They will be in Oakville this Saturday performing at St. Simon's Anglican Church, 1450 Litchfield Rd. at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $15. For tickets or information, call 905-469-0819. Oakville Jazz Festival enters its 17th year this Aug. 7-9. This year's festival is sure to be like no other, with a wide variety of jazz being presented on five stages. And all of the concerts are free. Some of this year's big performers are: David Garfield with Alex Ligertwood -- Friday, Aug. 7 at from 10:15 to 11:45 p.m. David Garfield's mission statement is "I make music." And "make music" he does, as a worldrenowned keyboard artist, producer, and composer. Not to be outshined, Alex Ligertwood is known for providing his unique sound and interpretation on 12 albums and over 16 years with Carlos Santana. The two of them, with their soulful R&B style and immense love of Funny faces American music, are not to be Join Women Fully missed! Clothed for three casual Jazz Festival lineup Chuchito Valdés -- Saturday, evenings of laughter as The Downtown Aug. 8 at 10:15 to 11:45 p.m. Chuchito Valdés, following in the footsteps of his famed father Chucho Valdés and grandfather Bebo Valdés, continues the legacy of great piano players from Cuba. Warren Hill -- Saturday, Aug. 8 "Refinish Your Wood Floor Like New" from 10 to 11:30 p.m. Serving Oakville residents for Saxophonist Warren Hill was over 20 years born and raised in Toronto. Now, not only is Hill one of the most gifted performers and "off the hook" Cell (905) 334-2270 showmen in the jazz world, he is also a talented and innovative crewww.woodnfloor.ca ator, forever finding new and exciting ways to present his music and connect with his loyal fans. Robin McKelle -- Sunday, Aug. 9 from 4:15to 5 p.m. The Europeans are way ahead of they put the finishing touches on the latest revisions to their new production, Women Fully Clothed -- Older and Hotter. Watch as the creative process unfolds in the intimate Studio Theatre at Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts and be part of the new material that Women Fully Clothed are preparing to unveil this fall. Limited tickets are available at $24.99 for July 28, July 29 and July 30 at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at http://secure1.tixhub.com /oakville/procurement/ or from the box office at 905815-2021. Box office hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday to Friday. us when it comes to McKelle; she's already a vocal jazz star there, seriously in demand for concert and television appearances. To view the full schedule visit www.oakvillejazz.com. Prep music program The Oakville Children's Choir is offering a preparatory music program for children ages five and six. With a curriculum running from September 2009 to May 2010, this choir is designed to introduce children to the art of choral singing. Through the use of songs, games and Orff instruments, auditioned children will have fun while gaining fundamental skills in music. Rehearsals will be held once per week and the children will have the opportunity to participate in the Oakville Children's Choir concert series. The program is designed for those children who like to sing but are not yet ready for the Cherub choir. It is intended to encourage their interest in music and singing, and encourage them to continue on as an OCC Chorister. There are many other benefits of choir participation for young children such as self-discipline, performance skills, teamwork, creative expression and develop early friendships. Prior musical experience is not a requirement for this program. For information about The Oakville Children's Choir Preparatory Choir Program or to arrange an audition, contact the OCC office at 905-337-7104. 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