Celebrate Easter in style with the Holiday Celebration Club! The event kicks off at 12:00pm with activities and games. At 3:00pm, join us for a classic Easter egg hunt coordinated by Vanzella Janisse and Renee Dennard.
Scheduled Easter Egg Hunt For All AgesAt 4:00pm, let the music begin! Get ready for an amazing evening of jazz hosted by James Janisse, and starring Martha Taylor LaCroix. She will be joined by an all-star band featuring Nolan Shaheed, Rick Hills, Quentin Dennard, Tony Dumas.
Dinner will be served throughout the evening. See you there! |
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James JanisseRead bio
The smooth, resonating voice and in-depth knowledge of jazz has earned James Janisse the role and respect as one of the most prominent MC’s and announcers for live jazz and blues events in Southern California. From the festival and club scene to corporate voiceovers, if it’s related to jazz and blues, he’s regarded as a master at the microphone live or in studio. He developed a loyal fan base during his tenure as an on-air personality with radio station KKJZ, 88.1FM from 1992 to 2006. |
Martha Taylor LaCroixRead bio
Martha Taylor LaCroix began her music career as a vocalist with the Dick Stabile Orchestra, the former musical director for Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis. She later joined the New Orleans Opera Company as a background singer for Lee Dorcey and Allen Toussaint, and her first album recorded, “Introducing Marti Lynn,” was produced by Wardell Quezergue, R&B hit maker of “Mr. Big Stuff.” In addition to being founder of the Holiday Celebration Club, she presently works as an entertainer/recording artist specializing in jazz. She was among the honorees receiving the Jazz LivingLegend Award in 2016. |
Nolan ShaheedRead bio
As Nolan Smith, he began his musical career in 1974, rising to be a top studio musician. He was musical director for Marvin Gaye, lead trumpet with Count Basie and has an extensive resume of other acts he has worked with, including Natalie Cole, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Phil Collins, Anita Baker, Carole King, Tom Waits, John Handy, David Byrne, Raymond Harry Brown, Freddie Hubbard and Niki Nana. |
Rick Hills
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Quentin DennardRead bio
Quentin Dennard started his career in the late 1960s as session drummer for Motown Records. He has performed with a multitude of music legends including Aretha Franklin, Roy Ayers, Dionne Warwick, B.B. King, Issac Hayes, Lamont Dozier, Jermaine Jackson, The Originals, Billy Mitchell, Keb Mo, and The Temptations. |
Tony Dumas
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