The Courtyard Series: Kimberly Gordon
Fourth-generation Chicagoan and critically lauded vocalist Kimberly Gordon is sought after by the elite jazz listener. Kimberly's grandfather was a dancer at the historic Chêz Pareé nightclub and her Nana was a camera girl there, a position acquired by childhood friend and mobster Sam Giancana. These stories and personal ties to Chicago nightclub history laid the foundation for Kimberly's love of early 20th-century music. With a deep understanding of the American Songbook, it has led her on a path that celebrates composers, lyricists, and jazz masters alike.
In New York City, Kimberly was the first woman to hold a Saturday night residency at the now-historic Smalls Jazz Club in Manhattan. Kimberly's years in N.Y.C. allowed her to perform with jazz greats such as Roy Hargrove, Betty Carter, Wynton Marsalis, Harry "Sweets" Edison, and John Hicks, just to name a handful.
Kimberly's sound reflects the old school style of delivering standards, deeply rooted in the ways of the masters, always faithful to the melody as written; this separates her from the rest.
You can find Kimberly at Winter’s Jazz Club in Chicago, weaving her way through the American songbook or in a studio doing Voiceover work for Zynga.
Check her out on Facebook.
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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 their talented, local artists and continue supporting the performing arts. They ask that you contribute $20 or $15/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 they also accept Zelle & PayPal, they do prefer cash donations. Thank you!
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They are thrilled to partner with their neighbor, Rewired Cafe, for Colvin Concerts! 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 instructions.
For $20, valet parking is also available at the Malibu Condominiums (6007 N. Sheridan Rd.) public garage, just across the street, north of Colvin House. Colvin House can validate this parking for $2 off.
Colvin House recommends arriving early if you need to park.
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+ Please only RSVP if you are able to attend. This helps the staff to prepare.
+ They recommend reserving tickets as a group so that the 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 and your inbox for any announcements in the case of a postponement.
