What’s New – Maurice Sedacca

Friday, March 22nd: La Herencia Latina Oquesta will be playing at the Fort Pierce Marina on Melody Lane as part of the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society "Jazz Week". We will be playing from 11 AM to 2 PM. This event is free and open to the general public.

Saturday, February 10th: La Herncia Latina Orquesta will be playing a private event.

Saturday, January 27th, La Herencia Latina Orquesta will be at the Farmers' Market at the Fort Pierce Marina.

We play from 9 AM – 12 Noon

Thursday, January 25th, the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society will be at the 2nd Street Bistro in Fort Pierce.

We play from 6:30-9 PM

Sunday, October 1, 2023: The 48th Annual Atlantic Antics

In the tradition of Eddie "the Sheik" Kochak, I have the honor to lead the band, featuring Scott Wilson on Oud & violin, Ismail Butera on Accordion, and Carmine Guido on Percussion & Oud, and Casey Bond on Percussion.

With the direction of Rayhana, we will be featuring our beautiful Dancers, Shir-el, Dorit and Jaida.

We will be playing on the stage located at the northeast corner of Clinton Street and Atlantic Avenue.

We will be playing from 12 noon to 1:45 PM.

The entire festival is open to the general public and there is no admission charge.

Thursdays, from April 27 through June 8 and June 29 through July 6, and from July 27 and every Thursday until further notice, from 6:30 – 9:30 PM,

I will be playing at Marbella Restaurant

located at 220-33 Northern Blvd

Bayside, NY 11361

Established in 1970, Marbella has been known for the best in spanish cuisine.

Saturday , June 3, I will be playing at a private event.

The first three Tuesdays of each month, from 6 – 9 PM, the Dan Elias Trio will be playing at Villaggio

We will be playing a variety of Jazz, Bossa Nova and World Music. Restaurant.

Great food – Friendly atmosphere!
Villaggio is located at:
369 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY
Telephone: 914-949-3427

Thursday, April 20: I will be playing with Max Duhalde and Manny Patino. We will be accompnying the "Silver Tones" in their Spring concert.

Saturday, April 1 & Saturday, April 22: I will be playing with Luis Rosa's "Orquesta La Herencia" for private events at Jupiter Country Club and Hutchison Island Resort Hotel.

Friday, March 24th: Luis Rosa's "Orquesta Herencia Latina" will be playing for Jazz Week. We will be playing from 11 AM – 2 PM at the waterfront in Fort Pierce. This event is open to the general public. There is no admission charge.

Saturday, March 11, 2023 8 PM: The "Elias Ladino Ensemble" will be performing for an event honoring victims of the Holocust.

Thursday, February 16: I will be playing with Max Duhalde and Manny Patino. We will be accompnying the "Silver Tones" in their Valentine's concert.

Saturday, February 11, 2023: I will be playing with Luis Rosa and Herencia Latina Orquesta for a private event.

Tuesday, December 13 & 20, 2022, the Dan Elias Trio will be at Villaggio Restaurant.
We will be playing from 6 – 9 PM.

We will be playing a variety of Jazz, Bossa Nova and World Music.
Great food – Friendly atmosphere!
Villaggio is located at:
369 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY
Telephone: 914-949-3427t

Thursday, December 8, 15, 22, 29, from 6:30 – 9:30, Sunday, December 11, from 3:30 – 7:30 & Monday, December 19, from 6:30 – 9:30 PM, I will be playing at Marbella Restaurant

located at 220-33 Northern Blvd

Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella has been known for the best in spanish cuisine for more than 51 years.

Friday, October 21st, I will be joined by Ismail Butera on accordion and Casey Bond on percussion for "Mediterranean Night" at La Baraka Restaurant, located at:

255-09 Northern Blvd , Little Neck, NY, Tele: (718)428-1461

We begin playing at 6:30 PM.

Sunday, October 2, 2022: The 47th Annual Atlantic Antics

In the tradition of Eddie "the Sheik" Kochak, I have the honor to lead the band, featuring Scott Wilson on Oud, Ismail Butera on Accordion, and Carmine Guido and Casey Bond on Percussion.

With the direction of Rayhana, we will be featuring our beautiful Dancers, Shur-el, Dorit and Jaida.

We will be playing on the stage located at the northeast corner of Clinton Street and Atlantic Avenue.

We will be playing from 12 noon to 1:45 PM.

The entire festival is open to the general public and there is no admission charge.

Thursdays, from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be playing at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more than 51 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

Saturday, September 17th I will be joined by Mala Waldron on keyboard and vocals and Sharif Kales on Trumpet. We will be playing fo a private event in Stamford, CT.

Sunday, September 11th, from 7 – 9 PM:

The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be playing at Hudson Valley Books for Humanity, located at

67 Central Avenue in Ossining, NY 10562.

This event is open to the general public.

Saturday, September 10th, I will be joined by Sharif Kales on trumpet and Gerald Thomas on bass. We will be playing for a private event at Marbella Restaurant.

Thursday, September 10, I will be plaqying with Ismail Butera and his Ensemble for a private event at the Riverdal Y.

Sunday, August 28th, I will be playing a private event in the Banquet Room at Marbella Restaurant.

Starting Tuesday, August 23, 2022, the Dan Elias Trio will be back at Villaggio Restaurant.

We will be playing every Tuesdayfrom 6 – 9 PM.

We will be playing a variety of Jazz, Bossa Nova and World Music.

Great food – Friendly atmosphere!

Villaggio is located at:

369 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY

Telephone: (914) 949-3427

Thursday, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 19 & 26, 2022 & June 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, July 7, 14, 21 & 28,

from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

"MOTHER'S DAY", May 8th from 5-9 PM, in the Banquet Room:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more than 50 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

Tuesday, April 5, 12 & 19, 2022, the Dan Elias Trio will be playing at Villaggio Restaurant.
We will be playing from 6 – 9 PM.

Thursday, March 24, 2022: Luis Rosa and his Orquesta La Herencia will be playing at Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Sociaty Waterside Blues Festival at the waterfront in Fort Pierce. We will be playing from 11 AM – 2 PM. This event is open to the general public. There is NO admission charge.

Saturday, February 26: The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be playing for a private event at "Allegro of Boynton Beach".

Saturday & Sunday, February 19 & 20: I will be playing with Luis Rosa and La Herncia for private events at "the Saints" & "the Island Princess".

Wednesday, February 16, from 6:30 – 9;30 PM, I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Port St Lucie Botanical Gardens. This event is open to the general public.

Thursday, December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2021 from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more than 50 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.October

Tuesday, December 7 & 21, from 6 – 9PM:

The Dan Elias Trio will be playing at Villaggio Restaurant in Hartsdale. Guesta Artists, Sharif Kales and Dave Hofstra, Trumpet and Bass respectively, will be joining me on the 21st.

Thursday, November 4, 11 & 18, 2021 from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more than 50 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.October

Tuesday, November 2, 16 & 30, from 6 – 9PM:

The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be playing at Villaggio Restaurant in Hartsdale.

Friday, October 29, 2021 from 8 – 10PM:

I will be joining Scott Wilson and other great musicians playing for Zenaide's presentation of

"Femininity: A Serena Wilson Retrospective"

Thursday October 28th from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be joined by Ismail Butera & Casey bond for a special event at La Baraka Restauranrt, located at 255-09 Northern Blvd in Little Neck.

For in foramation and reservations call (718) 428-1461.

Thursday, October 7, 14 & 21, 2021 from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more than 50 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.October

Sunday, October 3, 2021: The 46th Annual Atlantic Antics

In the tradition of Eddie "the Sheik" Kochak, I have the honor to lead the band, featuring Scott Wilson on Oud, Ismail Butera on Accordion, and Carmine Guido and Casey Bond on Percussion.

With the direction of Rayhana, we will be featuring our beautiful Dancers, Yasmeena, Dorit and Jaida.

We will be playing on the stage located at the northeast corner of Clinton Street and Atlantic Avenue.

We will be playing from 12 noon to 1:45 PM.

The entire festival is open to the general public and there is no admission charge.

Tuesday, September 21, October 5 & 19, from 6 – 9PM:

The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be playing at Villaggio Restaurant in Hartsdale.

Tuesday, September 7, from 6 – 9 PM, the Dan Elias Trio will be playing at Villaggio in Hartsdale. Sharif Kales will be covering Dan.

Thursday, September 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2021 from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more than 50 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

August 15th: I will be playing a private event with Ismail Butera at the Riverdale Y

August 14th: I will be working for the "Imqage Makers", playing a private event at Pelham Country Club. I will be joined by Gene Bruno on sax and Gabriel Vivas on bass.

Thursday,August 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2021 from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more than 50 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

The Dan Elias Trio will be back for "Jazz Tuesdays", 6 -9 at Villaggio in Hartsdale. We will be there August 3rd & 17th.

Friday, July 23:

I will be joining the lovely and talented, Mala Waldron, at Pelham Country Club for a private event, working for "Image Makers".

Thursday, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2021 from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more than 50 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

Beginning Tuesday, June 29, 2021, the Dan Elias Trio will be back for "Jazz Tuesdays", 6 -9 at Villaggio in Hartsdale. We will be there July 6th & 20th.

Saturday, June 18th:

Bernard Schaller and I will be Working for "Image Makers"playing a private event at Leewood Country Club's Flamenco Night.

Friday, June 18, 2021 from 6:30 – 9:30:

I will be joined by Sharif Kales on trumpet & flugelhorn and David Hofstra on bass. We will be playing for "Welcome Back Friday" in Hastings. This is open to the public and there is no admission charge.

Sunday, June 6th at 3 PM:

I will be joined by Casey Bond on percussion and Marco Brehm on bass. We will be playing for Cheryl Gal-zur of the Shayna Madela Project at LARUSSA Studios.

Thursday, June 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2021 from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more than 50 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

All NYS, NYC & CDC guidelines are strictly observed.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

Thursday, May 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2021 from 6 – 9 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more than 50 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

All NYS, NYC & CDC guidelines are strictly observed.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

Saturday, May 1st, I will be playing for a private event with Luis Rosa and his "Herencia Latina Orchestra" the Port St Lucie Botanical Gardens.

Thursday, April 22, 2021 from 6 – 9 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more than 50 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

All NYS, NYC & CDC guidelines are strictly observed.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

Wednesday, November 18:

Playing for Casey Bond's Percussion class at Momentum Music School in West Islip

Sunday, November 15:

Playing with Shaif Kales for the Jazz Vespers at St Albans Prebetyrian Church

Thursday, November 5, 12, 19, 22, 28 & 29, 2020, from 6:30 9:30 PM:

I wil be playing my "Romantic Spanish Guitar" at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd Bayside, NY 11361

For more information and reservations call: (718)423-0100

Thursday, October 1, 8, 15 & 29, 2020 from 6 – 9 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more 40 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

This Sunday, September 20th, from 3 – 7 PM, Scott Wilson and I will be playing at:

Sahadi's of Industry City Located at:

34 35th Street in Brooklyn

Tele: (718)788-7500

Come join us!

Wednesday, September 9th – 6 to 8:30 PM:

The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be playing at "La Zingara Restaurant", located at:

8 PT Barnum Square

Bethel, CT 06801

Saturday, September 5 & 12, I will be playing at a private event for the "Image Makers" at the Pelham Golf & Country Club

Thursday, August 27, & September 3, 10, & 17, 2020 from 5:30 – 8:30 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant's Rooftop, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more 40 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

Thursday, July 30, August 6 & August 13, 2020 from 5:30 – 8:30 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant's Rooftop, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more 40 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

Saturday, July 31:

I will be playing a private event for the "image Makers" at Leeward Country Club for their "Flamenco Night"

Thursday, July 23, 2020 from 5:30 – 8:30 PM:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Marbella Restaurant's Rooftop, located at:

220-33 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more 40 years for the best in Spanish Cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100.

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, all events have been cancelled.
In the meantime there have several appearances on my YouTube channel: Maurice Sedacca as well as theGhazikankan channel

MARCH 27, FROM 11 – 2:

I WILL BE PLAYING WITH LUIS ROSA AND HIS ORQUESTA HERENCIA LATINA AT THE MARINA AT FORT PIERCE. THIS IS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO TE GENERAL PUBLIC.

VALENTINE'S DAY, 2020:

I WILL BE WORKING FOR "MUSIC WORKS," PLAYING MY "ROMANTIC GUITAR" AT TEQUESTA COUNTRY CLUB.

FEBRUARY 7, FROM 6:30 – 9:30 PM, I WILL BE PLAYING WITH THE "MAURICE FRANK TRIO", FEATURING BUD SKILES ON KEYBOARD, AT " LOCANDA RUSTICA" IN TEQUESTA

FEBRUARY 1, FROM 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I WILL BE PLAYING WITH THE "MAURICE FRANK TRIO", FEATURING BUD SKILES ON KEYBOARD AT "TIRAMISU RISTORANTE" IN TEQUESTA.

JANUARY 21ST, 2020, FROM 7 – 10 PM: I WILL BE PLAYING WITH THE "FORT PIERCE JAZZ AND BLUES SOCIETY" AT TE BLACK BOX IN FORT PIERCE

jANUARY 13, FROM 6:30 – 8:30 PM:

I WILL BE JOINING SCOTT WILSON AT TURQUAZ RESTAURANT ON WEST 53RD STREET.

JANUARY 12 AT 2:30 PM:

THE "ELIAS LADINO ENSEMBLE WILL BE PLAYING FOR THE "INTERNATIONAL LADINO DAY" EVENT AT 15 W 16TH STREET.

jANUARY 7, 2020, FROM 6 -9 PM:

I WILL BE PLAY ING WITH THE "DAN ELIAS TRIO" AT VILLAGGIO RESTAURANT

located at 389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427.

We play a variety of musical styles, featuring Jazz standards, Bossa Nova and World Music.

New Year's Eve, 2019, from 9 PM to Midnight:

I will be playing with Ismail Butera on accordion, Casey Bond on percussion and Deborah Karpel on vocals at "La Baraka" Restaurant, located at

255-09 Northern Blvd in Little Neck

Telephone (718) 428-1461

Saturday, December 14, 2019

I will be playing with Luis Rosa and his Orquesta Herencia Latina for the Hispanic-American Club of Port St Lucie at the KoC in Port St Lucie.

We play from 8-11 PM.

Saturday, December 13th:

I will be playing a private event with Wayne Maddalena at the Moorings Yacht and Country Club in Vero Beach.

Wednesday, December 11th, from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Botanical Gardens in Port St Lucie.

Saturday, November 30, 2019 from 5 – 8 PM:

I will be playing for a special event at STOUTHOUSE in Sebastion.

Saturday, November 16th, La Herencia Latina will be playing at the 19th Hole in Port St Lucie.

We will be playing from 7 – 10 PM.

Saturday, October 5:

I will be playing for the " Image Makers" at a private event at the Scarsdale Womens Club.

Tuesday, October 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2019, from 6 – 9 PM:

The "Dan Elias Trio" will be playing at Villaggio Restaurant, located at

389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427.

We play a variety of musical styles, featuring Jazz standards, Bossa Nova and World Music.

Sunday, September 29, 2019: The 45th Annual Atlantic Antics

In the tradition of Eddie "the Sheik" Kochak, I have the honor to lead the band, featuring Scott Wilson on Oud, Ismail Butera on Accordion, and Carmine Guido and Casey Bond on Percussion.

With the direction of Rayhana, we will be featuring our beautiful Dancers, Yasmeena, Dorit and Jaida.

We will be playing on the stage located at the northeast corner of Clinton Street and Atlantic Avenue.

We will be playing from 12 noon to 1:45 PM.

The entire festival is open to the general public and there is no admission charge.

Saturday & Sunday, September 21st & 22nd:

The Something Special Big Band will be playing at the annual Queens County Fair at the Queens Farm Museum on Little Neck Pkwy in Glen Oaks. We will be playing from 2:30 to 4:30 PM.

Tuesday, September 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2019, from 6 – 9 PM:

The "Dan Elias Trio" will be playing at Villaggio Restaurant, located at

389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427.

We play a variety of musical styles, featuring Jazz standards, Bossa Nova and World Music.

Tuesday, August 16, 2019:

The "Something Special Big Band" will be playing at Grace Park in Great Neck.

We play from 8 – 10 PM.

This event is free and open to the public.

Saturday, August 10th:

I will be working for the "Image Makers" at private event at the Leewood Country Club.

Tuesday, August 6, 20 & 27, 2019, from 6 – 9 PM:

The "Dan Elias Trio" will be playing at Villaggio Restaurant, located at

389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427.

We play a variety of musical styles, featuring Jazz standards, Bossa Nova and World Music.

Wednesday, July 31st:

The "Something Special Big Band" will be playing for a village street fair in Great Neck. We will be playing from 7 – 19 PM. This event is open to the general public.

Monday, July 29th:

I will be joining "Soulfege" for a private event at McKee Botanical Gardens in Vero Beach.

Friday, July 19:

I will be joining Ismail Butera and his "East Side Quartet" for a private event at the 92nd Street Y.

Saturday, July 13, 2019, 6 – 10 PM:

I will be joining Luis Rosa and his "Herencia Latina Orchestra" at the 19th Hole Restaurant & Grill at the Saints.

Tickets are $ 30. Included with the music and dancing is a Buffet with salad, dessert and non-alchoholic beverages. There is also cash bar available.

Call for reservations: (772) 337-0180.

Wednesday, July 10 from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be joining the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Botanical Gardens

Tuesday, July 2, 16, & 23, 2019, from 6 – 9 PM:
The "Dan Elias Trio" will be playing at Villaggio Restaurant, located at 389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427. We play a variety of musical styles, featuring Jazz standards, Bossa Nova and World Music. For the 23rd, we are featuring our special guest artist, Mala Waldron, on keyboard and vocals.

Friday, June 21st:

I will playing for a private event for the "Image Makers" at Pelham Country Club .

Wednesday, June 26th:

The "Something Special" Big Band will be playing at Fort Totten.

We will Start playing around 8:30 PM. Admission is free to the public. The evening will end with a fire works show.

Tuesday, June 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2019, from 6 – 9 PM:

The "Dan Elias Trio" will be playing at Villaggio Restaurant, located at 389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427. We play a variety of musical styles, featuring Jazz standards, Bossa Nova and World Music.

Friday, May 24, 2019, 6 – 10 PM:

I will be joining Luis Rosa and his "Herncia Latina Orchestra" at the 19th Hole Restaurant & Grill at the Saints. Call for reservations: (772) 337-0180.

Sunday, May 19th:

Scott Wilson and his group will be playing at the Street Festival held by the Janina Synagog & Museum at 280 Brooms Street. We play from 4 – 4:45 PM.

Saturday May 11th from 7 – 11 PM:

I will be joining George Vikos and his "Afendi" group at the Church of the Annunciation on W 91st Street

Tuesday, April 23 & May 28, 2019, from 6 – 9 PM:

Thursday, April 11, from 5 -7 PM:

I will be playing at the Vero Beach Museum of Art with Dave Mundy and his "Soulfege" ensemble.

Sunday, April 7, from 5 -8 PM

I will be playing with Bud Skiles, Leti Metcalf & Jeff LoForte at "Tutto Fresco" in Port St Lucie

Wednesday, March 27, from 11 am – 2 PM:

I will be playing with Luis Rosa and his "Herencia Latina Orchestra" at the Marina in downtown Fort Pierce. This event is open to the public and free of charge.

Tuesday, March 19, 2019, from 6 – 9 PM:

Saturday, March 9, 2019, 6 – 10 PM:

I will be joining Luis Rosa and his "Herncia Latina Orchestra" at the 19th Hole Restaurant & Grill at the Saints. Call for reservations: (772) 337-0180.

February 19:

I will be joining the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Botanical Gardens (6:30-9:30)

Valentine's Day:

I will be playing a private event at the Allegro Living Center.

February 12 :

I will be joing the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Black Box (7- 10PM).

Eddie "the Sheik" Kochak passed away on December 18th in Brooklyn, NY.

On January 26, 2019, there will be a funeral service at the

Church of the Virgin Mary, 216 8th Avenue in Brooklyn.

Following the service there will be refreshments and I will be leading a small group to play some of Eddie's music to celebrate Eddie's life. The Church asks that there be no belly dancing.

A full tribute including dancers is anticipated for the near future at a time and location to be determined.

Monday, January 21, 2019 from 7 -10 PM:

axophonist, Gene Bruno and I will be the featured guests at the Jam hosted by Jeff LoForte at the Grind & Grape in Vero Beach.

Luis Rosa's La Herencia Latina Orchestra will be playing Saturday, January 12th, at the 19th Hole Restaurant & Grill at the Saints Golf Club in Port St. Lucie. We will be playing from 6 – 9 PM.

Wednesday January 9th from 6 – 9 PM:

I will be joining the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Ensemble playing at the Jam at the Botanical Gardens in Port St Lucie.

New Year's Eve 2018:

I will be playing with Luis Rosa and his "Latin Swing Orchestra" at Elks Club in Port St Lucie.

Friday, December 21:

I will beplaying a private event at the Vero Beach Country Club with Jeff LoForte and Leti Metcalfe.

Tuesday, November 6, 20, 27 & December 4, from 6 – 9 PM:

Sunday, October 28:

I will be playing with George Vikos and his "Effendi" group at St. Elefterios Church on W 24th Street and 9th Avenue.

Saturday, October 27, 2018:

I will be joining Sharif Kales playing for the "Jazz Vespers" at the Presbyterian Church of St. Albans, located at 190-04 119th Avenue. We play from 5 – 7 PM.

Sunday, October 14th:

will be playing at the memorial service for Don Payne. The service will be held at the Roy L. Gilmore Funeral Home in Jamaica.

Saturday, October 13th:

I will be playing with George Vikos and his "Efende" group for a private function at the Church of the Annunciation.

This Saturday, October 6th from 7 – 10 PM:

I will be playing my "Romantic Spanish Guitar" at:

Marbella Restaurant

220-33 Northern Blvd

Bayside, NY 11361

Marbella Restaurant has been known for more 40 years as the place to go for the best in authentic Spanish cuisine.

For information and reservations call (718) 423-0100

Tuesday, October 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, from 6 – 9 PM:

s Saturday, September 29

The "Elias Ladino Ensemble" be performing at:

The People's Voice Cafe

40 E 35 Street (between Madison & Park Avenues)

New York 10016

We begin playing at 8 PM

This Saturday, September 29

The "Elias Ladino Ensemble" be performing at:

The People's Voice Cafe

40 E 35 Street (between Madison & Park Avenues)

New York 10016

We begin playing at 8 PM.

This video was taken on May 6, 2018. The "Elias Ladino Ensemble" played "Dame La Mano". Zenaide performed a beautiful dance interpretation.

Sunday, September 23, 2018, from 12 Noon to 1:45 PM:

We will be playing a tribute to "Eddie the Sheik" at the Atlantic Antics. Our stage will be located at the corner of Clinton Street & Atlantic Avenue. Our featured dancers are: Yasmeena, Dorit & Jaida. The band will include Scott Wilson on Oud, Ismail Butera on Accordion, Casey Bond and Carmine Guida on Percussion and myself, as leader, on Guitar. This event is open to the general public. There is no admission fee.

Saturday, September 22nd:

The "Something Special Big Band" will be playing at the Queens County Fair in the Queens Farm Museum on Little Neck Pkwy. We play from 1:30 to 4:30 PM.

Sunday, September 16th:

The "Something Special Big Band" will be playing at the Plainview Library. We begin playing at 3 PM.

Tuesday, September 11, 18 & 25, from 6 – 9 PM:

September 1st:

I will be playing a private event with Scott Wilson.

Saturday, September 15th:

George Vikos and his Efendi group will be playing for the Festival at St. Elefterios Church on W 24th Street. We begin playing at approximately 12 noon. This event is open to the public. There is no admission charge.

Tuesday, August 21st:

The Something Special Big Band will be playing at Grace Park in Great Neck. We begin playing at 8 PM.

August 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018, from 6 -9 PM:

Saturday, August 4th:

I will be playing for a private event.

July 1, 2018:

The Something Special Big Band will be playing at the Poppenhusen Institute, located at 114-04 14th Road in College Point. We start playing at 4 PM. In addition to our usual Jazz repertoire, we will be playing patriotic music in honor of July 4th. This event is open to the general public. A donation of $5 is suggested.

July 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2018, from 6 -9 PM:

June 27th:

The Something Special Big Band will be performing at Fort Totten. We begin playing at 6 PM. This event is open to the general public and there is no admission charge.

June 21st:

I will be bringing a trio to perform for a private event for the Self Help organization at the Riverdale Y.

June 13th:

I will be joining Ismail Butera and his ensemble for a privatge event at the Liberty Warehouse in Red Hook.

Sunday, June 3, 2018:

The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be playing for a private event at the Sephardic Jewish Center of Forest Hills.

Thursday, May 31st:

I will be accompanying vocalist, Johnny B, at Fig & Olive, located at 696 White Plains Road in Scarsdale. We play from 6 – 9 PM.

Saturday, May 12th:

George Vikos and his Afendi group will be playing for the anuual street fair held at the Church of the Annunciation, located on W 91st & West End Avenue. We will be playing from 1 – 5 PM.

This event is open to the general public. There is no admission charge.

May 6th, from 6 – 9 PM:

The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be playing for the "Shayna Madela Project".

This show will include several outstanding dance numbers which we will be accompanying.

It will take place at the South Oxford Space, located at

138 S Oxford Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217.

Tuesday, May 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, from 6 – 9 PM:

Saturday, April 14th:

I will be joining Mia Batalini and her "Jazzy Boys" ensemble at Locanda Rustica,

located at 560 N Federal Hwy in Tequesta.

we will be playing from 6 – 9 PM.

April 2018:

During the month of April i will be playing mostly for private events.

March 29 from 11 Am to 2 PM:

I will be joining Luis Rosa and his "Herencia Latina" at the Fort Pierce waterfront as part of the "Jazz Week" program presented by the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society.

March 2018:

During the month of March I will be playing mostly privent events.

February 9, 12, 15 & 26:

I will be playing solo for private events.

Friday, February 2nd:

I will be playing with Luis Rosa and his Latin Swing Orchestra for a private "Latin Nite" event featuring Elena Garcia and her Latin Dance troop.

February 1, 2018:

I will be playing solo for a private country club event.

January 31st:

I will be working with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the MPA at Westwood High School.

Friday, January 26th:

I will be accompnyingv the lovely and talented vocalist, Mia Batalini, at a private event at the Polo Club.

Tuesday, January 16th:

The Fort Pierce Jazz Society will be conducting its "Jazz in the Schools" program. We will be at Lincoln Park Academy.

Monday, January 15:

I will be playing for a private event the the Palm Beach Polo Club.

Wednesday, January 10, 2018, from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Port St Lucie Botanical Gardens.

New Years's Eve, from 7 – 10 PM:

The "Dan Elias Trio" will be playing at Villaggio Restaurant, located at 389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427. Reservations are suggested.

Tuesday, December 19, 26 & January 2, from 6 – 9 PM:

The "Dan Elias Trio" will be playing at Villaggio Restaurant, located at 389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427. We play a variety of musical styles, featuring Jazz standards, Bossa Nova and World Music.

Friday, December 16th:

I will be playing at a private event at the Palm Beach Polo Club.

Sunday, December 10th:

I will be playing with Scott Wilson and his "Efendi Ensemble" at Jabon on St Mark's Place.

Friday December 1st & 2nd:

I will be joining Mia Batalini and her ensemble for private events at the Pelican Yacht Club and the Fort Pierce Elks Club,

Thursday November 16:

I will be joining the elegant vocalist Mia Batalini at the "Angry Moon Cafe" in Palm Beach Gardens from 7 – 10 PM.

Wednesday, November 15:

I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society from 6:30 – 9:30 at the Port St Lucie Botanical Gardens.

Thursday, October 26, 2017, from 5 – 7 PM:

I will be joining Dave Mundy and his Soulfege Ensemble at the Vero Beach Museum of Art

Tuesday, October 3, 10, 17 & 31: from 6 – 9 PM:

Saturday & Sunday, September 23rd & 24th:

The Something Special Big Band will be playing at the 35th Anual Queens County Fair, located at the Queens Farm Museum on Little Neck Parkway in Floral Park. We will be playing from 1 -5 PM both days.

Sunday September 17th:

I will be joining Ismail Butera and his "Velvet Jubulee" at a private event at the Nagel Avenue Y.

Sunday, September 10, 2017:

The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be performing at Kehila Kedosha Janina, located at 280 Broome Street in NYC. Our concert is scheduled to begin at 5 PM.

Saturday, September 9th:

The Sharif Kales Jazz Ensemble will be playing for a special event at the Presbyterian Church of St Albans. We play at 1 PM.

Tuesday, September 5, 12, 19 & 26, from 6 – 9 PM:

Tuesday, August 22nd:

The Something Special Big Band will be playing at Grace Park in Great Neck. We begin playing at 8 PM.

Grace Park is open to the general public and there is no admission charge.

Wednesday, August 9th:

The "Something Special Big Band" will be playing in front of 58 Middle Neck Rd in Great Neck. We will be playing from 7 – 10 PM.

Tuesday, August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, from 6 – 9 PM:

Sunday, August 6, 2017, I will be playing for the "Tribute to Serena".

Tuesday, July 11, 18 & 25th, from 6 – 9 PM:

Friday, July 21st:

I will be playing at a private event for the Rosedale Lions Club with Cal Francis and his Jazz Ensemble.

Thursday, June 8th, from 6 – 9 PM:

I will be joining voacalist, Johnny B, at the Fig & Olive Restaurant, located at 696 White Plains Road, in Scarsdale, NY.

Tuesday, June 6, 13 & 20th, from 6 – 9 PM:

Saturday, May 27, 2017:

The "Something Special Big Band" will be playing at the Flushing Library (corner of Main Street & Kissena Blvd). We begin playing at 1 PM. Admission is free to the general public.

This Sunday, May 21st, St John's Episcopal Church in Lynbrook will be presenting aJazz Concert featuring Barbara "Ella" Fairfax and the Something Special Big Band. We play from 4 – 6 PM, Reception at 3 PM.

Tuesday, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, from 6 – 9 PM:

Saturday May, 1 -4 PM

I will be playing with George Vikos and his "Efendi Group" for the Street Festival at the Church of the Annunciation on W 91st in NYC

Tuesday, April 25th, 6 – 9 PM:

I will have the great opportunity to play with Dave Mundy and his "Soulfege" at the Vero Beach Museum of Art on April 20th.

SUNDAY, APRIL 2nd, FROM 3 – 6 PM, I will be playing my Romantic
Spanish Guitar at RUSTICO COFFEE BAR.

Rustico is located at 1724 St Lucie West Blvd in Port St Lucie, FL 34986

Telephone: 772.333.0776

Rustico has a comfortable atmosphere with great Puerto Rican food and service.

FRIDAY, March 10th, FROM 6 – 9 PM, I will be playing my Romantic
Spanish Guitar at RUSTICO COFFEE BAR.

Rustico is located at 1724 St Lucie West Blvd in Port St Lucie, FL 34986

Telephone: 772.333.0776

Rustico has a comfortable atmosphere with great Puerto Rican food and service.

Monday, March 6th I will be playing a private event at the Palm Beach Polo Club

Friday, February 17th & 24th, from 7 – 10 PM:

7:00 PM — 10:00 PM

I will be playing my "Chitarra Romantica" at

TIRAMISU' RISTORANTE', 187 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Fl

CALL 561-295-5106 FOR RESERVATIONS. SEE YOU THERE!!!!!!

Thursday, February 16th

I will be playing my Romantic Guitar at the Polo Club in Wellington.

Saturday February 11th, from 7 – 10 PM:

I will be accompanying the lovely and talented voacalist, Mia Batalini at

TIRAMISU' RISTORANTE', 187 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Fl

CALL 561-295-5106 FOR RESERVATIONS. SEE YOU THERE!!!!!!

Friday, February 10th, from 7 – 10 PM:

, 7:00 PM — 10:00 PM

I will be playing my "Chitarra Romantica" at

TIRAMISU' RISTORANTE', 187 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Fl

CALL 561-295-5106 FOR RESERVATIONS. SEE YOU THERE!!!!!!

Friday, January 27th, 7:00 PM — 10:00 PM

I will be playing my "Chitarra Romantica" at

TIRAMISU' RISTORANTE', 187 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Fl

ANOTHER EVENING OF WONDERFUL CUISINE,

CALL 561-295-5106 FOR RESERVATIONS. SEE YOU THERE!!!!!!

Come join me this Saturday evening at Tiramisù along with Buddy Skiles on piano, and Maurice Sedacca on guitar. Gastrojazzelicious!!!!…….For reservation call 561-295-5106

MAURICE FRANK TRIO – Jan 21 2017, 7:00PM

MAURICE FRANK TRIO — TIRAMISU' RISTORANTE', Tequesta Fl 33469

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MAURICE FRANK TRIO – Jan 21 2017, 7:00PM

MAURICE FRANK TRIO — TIRAMISU' RISTORANTE', Tequesta Fl 33469

Saturday January 21, 2017 2 -3 PM

The Peter & Julie Cummings Library Donahue Community Room present

"Remembering the '50s and '60s Through Music and Song" with Mia Batalini, Maurice Frank and the Jazzy Boys

With legendary vocalists Mia Batalini and Maurice Frank in the driver's seat, pianist Bud Skiles, bassist Norm Guarni, guitarist Maurice Sedacca, saxophonist Mike Sagarese, and drummer Claudio Berardi take you on a trip in their time machine to the fabulous '50s and psychedelic '60s. You'll enjoy revisiting the soundtrack of your youth with tunes made famous by Brook Benton and Dinah Washington, Sonny and Cher, Frank and Nancy Sinatra, and a host of others.

The Peter & Julie Cummings Library Donahue Community Room

LOCATION 2551 SW MATHESON AVE CITY PALM CITY

Telephone 772-288-2551

Tuesday, December 20th & 27th 6 – 9 PM:

Saturday, December 10th:

I will be playing at Rustico Coffee Bar, located at 1724 St Lucie West Blvd in Port St Lucie.

Friday, November 11, 18th, 25th & December 2nd, 2016, from 6 – 9 PM:

I will be playing at Rustico Coffee Bar, located at 1724 St Lucie West Blvd in Port St Lucie.

Tuesday, November 8th, 7 – 10 PM:

I Will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at Black Box in downtown Fort Pierce

Tuesday, September 27th and October 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th from 6 – 9 PM:

Saturday, October 15th:

George Vikos' Efendi Group will be playing for the Festival at St. John's Church on East 17th Street, near Irving Place. We play from noon to 4 PM. Admission is free.

Saturday & Sunday September 24th & 25th:

The Somethng Special Big Band will be playing at the Queens County Fair at the Queens Farm Museum, located on Little Neck Parkway in Glen Oaks. We play from 1:00 – 4:30 PM, both days.

Tuesday, September 20th, from 6:30 – 9:30 PM:

Saturday, September 17th:

George Vikos and his "Afendi Group" will be playing for the Festival at St Elefterios Church on W 24th Street near Nineth Avenue. We play from 12 – 4 PM.

Tuesday, August 23rd & 30th, September 6th & 13th, from 6 – 9 PM:

Monday, August 22, 2016:

The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be playing at the Sephardic Temple of Cedarhurst.

Tuesday, August 16th, from 6 – 9 PM:

I will be playing with the "Dan Elias Jazz Trio" at Villagio Restaurant, located at 389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427.

Saturday, August 13, 2016:

I will be playing a private event with my Jazz Trio for the "Image Makers" at the Pelham Country Club. The trio features Gene Bruno on Sax and David Hofstra on Bass.

Saturday, August 6th, from 7 – 10 PM:

I will be playing with the Maurice Frank Trio at Tiramisu Ristorante in Tequesta.

Friday August 5th:

I will be playing a private event with the Maurice Frank Quartet at PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens.

Tuesday, August 2nd, from 6 – 9 PM:

I will be playing with the "Dan Elias Jazz Trio" at Villagio Restaurant, located at 389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427.

Wednesday, July 27th:

I will be playing a private event for "Image Makers" with my Jazz Trio at the Essex House on Central Park South. The Trio features Gene Bruno on Tenor Sax and David Hofstra on Bass.

Tuesday, July 26th, from 6 – 9 PM:

I will be with the "Dan Elias Trio" playing Jazz at Villagio Restaurant, located at 389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427.

Tuesday, July 19th, 8 PM:

I will be playing with the Something Special Big Band at Grace Park in Great Neck. This event is open to the public and is free.

Tuesday, July 12th, from 6 – 9 PM:

Dan Elias and I will be playing Jazz at Villagio Restaurant, located at 389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427.

Sunday, July 10, from 6 -9 PM:

I will be joining Scott Wilson and his Efendi group at Jebon, located at 15 St. Marks Place (downstairs). Zenaide, Layla and Athena Najat will be the featured dancers.

Tuesday, June 21st from 6 – 9 PM:

Dan Elias and I will be playing Jazz at Villagio Restaurant, located at 389 N Central Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Tele: 914-949-3427.

Friday June 17th at 7 PM:

The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be performing at the Westbury Summer Concert Series. The Ensemble is led by Dan Elias on vocals and clarinet. We will have Casey Bond on percussion in addition to myself on guitar and oud. The concerts are held at the Piazza Ernesto Strada, located at Post and Maple Avenues in Westbury. All concerts are free to the public.

Saturday, June 4th:

George Vikos and his "Efendi" group will be playing for the Festival at St Elefterios Church. We will be playing from 12, noon to 4 PM. The church is located on W 24th Street, just east of Nineth Avenue.

Sunday, May 22, 2016:

At 12 noon, the Elias Ladino Ensemble will be playing at the Street Fair given by the Janina Synagog, located on Broome and Allen Streets. Our set will close with a performance by the beautiful dancer, Zenaide. Following our show there will be many other groups entertaining. Admission is free to the general public.

Tuesday, May 17th:

I will be joining Scott Wilson & Friends at Jebon, located at 18 St Mark's Place. We begin playing at 7 PM. Floor shows will feature several outstanding dancers.

On Saturday, May 14th, I will be playing with George Vikos and the "Efendi" group for the Annunciation Church Greek Street Festival on w 91st Street and Riverside Drive. We begin playing at 1 PM.

Thursday, April 28:

I will be playing solo guitar at Tiramisu Ristorante, from 6:30 – 9:30 PM. Tiramisu is located at 187 Tequesta Drive, in Tequesta.

Friday, april 15th & 22nd:

I will be playing at Rustico Coffee Bar, located at 1724 St Lucie West Blvd from 5 – 9 PM.

Thursday, April 14, 2016:

I will be the "guest artist" with Dave Mundy's Solfege. We will be playing at the Vero Beach Museum of Art's Sculpture Garden from 5 – 7 PM. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held indoors.

Thursday, April 7th and Tuesday, the 19th: I will be playing for private events at the Polo Club in Wellington.

Friday, April 8th: I'll be with the Maurice Frank Quartet playing a private event at PGA National.

Saturday, March 19th & 26th and April 2nd, 9th, 23rd & 30th:

I will be playing with the Maurice Frank Trio (Maurice Frank – vocals, Bud Skiles – keyboard) at Tiramisu Ristorante at 187 Tequesta Drive in Tequesta from 7 – 10 PM

Friday, March 11th:

Bud Skiles and I will be accompanying Mia Batalini at Tiramisu Ristorante at 187 Tequesta Drive in Tequesta from 7 – 10 PM.

Thursday, March 10th:

I will be playing a private event at the Polo Club in Wellington.

Wednsday, March 9th:

I will be playing with the Maurice Frank Trio (Maurice Frank – vocals, Bud Skiles – keyboard) at Tiramisu Ristorante at 187 Tequesta Drive in Tequesta from 6:30 – 9:30 PM

Saturday, March 5th:

I will be playing with the Maurice Frank Trio (Maurice Frank – vocals, Bud Skiles – keyboard) at Tiramisu Ristorante at 187 Tequesta Drive in Tequesta from 7 – 10 PM

Friday, February 26:

I will be playing with the Maurice Frank Quartet at Zucarelli's Italian Restaurant from 6:30 – 9:30 PM. Zucarelli's is located at 4595 Okeechobee Road in West Palm Beach.

Saturday, February 20 & 27, 2016: Bud Skiles and I will be accompanying Mia Batalini at Tiramisu Ristorante at 187 Tequesta Drive in Tequesta from 7 – 10 PM.

Thursday, February, 18: I will be playing solo for a private event at the Polo Club in Wellington.

Sunday, February 14: I will be playing a private event at the Sailfish Point Country Club with Jim Van Voorhies.

Saturday, February 13: I will be playing a private event at the Jupiter Golf Country Club with Don Bestor and Mike Sagarese.

Friday, February 12: I will be being a private eveny with the Maurice Frank Quartet at PGA National.

February 10, 2016: I will be joining the Sharif Kales Quartet at the Lilt Lounge of The Epic Hotel in Miami from 9PM – Midnight.

February 6th:

I will be playing with the Maurice Frank Trio Tiramisu Ristorante in Tequesta, FL from 7 – 10 PM.

Sunday, February 14th:

I will be playing a private function at Sailfish Point with Jimmy Van Voorhies.

Thursday, February 4, 2015:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at "Rustico Coffee Bar" at 1724 St Lucie West Blvd from 5-9 PM

Saturday, January 30:

I will be playing with the Maurice Franks Trio at "Tiramisu Ristorante" in Tequesta, from 6:30 – 9:30 PM.

Friday, January 29:

I will be playing with the Maurice Franks Quartet at PGA National.

Thursday, January 21 & 28:

I will be playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at "Rustico Coffee Bar" at 1724 St Lucie West Blvd from 5-9 PM

Wednesday, January 20:

I will be playing with Seawind Trio at "Grind & Grape" in Vero Beach.

Saturday, January 16:

I will be playing with the Maurice Franks Trio at Tiramisu Ristorante in Tequsta from 6:30 – 9:30 PM.

Thursday, January 14, 2016:

I will be playing my romantic Spanish guitar at Rustico Coffee Bar from 5 – 9 PM. Rustico is located at 1724 St Luci west Blvd in Port St Lucie, FL.

On Wednesday, January 13, 2016, I will be joining the Seawind Duo at Grind & Grape, located at 925 Bougainvillea Lane in Vero Beach, FL. We will be playing from 7:30 – 10:30 PM.

On Monday, January 11, I will be with a contingency of the Fort Pierce Jazz Society conduting our "Jazz in the Schools" program at Treasure Coast High School.

Friday, January 8th, I will be playing with Maurice Franks at "Zucarelli's" in west Palm Beach from 7-10 PM.

Thursday, January 7, 2016:

I will be playing at Rustico Coffe Bar in St Lucie West.

January 2, 2016:

I will be playing with the Elias Ladino ensemble at the Drom, Located at 82 Avenue A in NYC. Doors pen at 7 PM. Show statrs at 8 PM.

Friday, December 4th, I will be playing at Rustico Coffee Bar in St Lucie West.

Thursday, December 3rd, I will be playing with the Maurice Franks Trio at "Tiramisu Ristorante" in Tequesta.

On Thursday, November 19th, 2015, I will be playing at Rustico, located at 1724 St Lucie West Blvd, in Port St Lucie, FL from 5-9 PM.

My new CD "Luisa So Suite and Other Delights" is now available on CDBaby as a CD and download as well as other distribution channels. The link is:

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/mauricesedacca2

Saturday & Sunday, September 19th & 20th –

The Something Special Big Band will be playing from 1 – 4:30 PM at the Queens Farm Museum's County Fair. The farm is located on Little Neck Pkwy in Bellerose, Queens.

September 12, 2015 –

I will be joining George Vikos and his Efendi Band at the Street Festival for St Elefertios Church on West 24th Street, NYC from 1-4 PM. This event is open to the public and admission is free.

Saturday, August 1st –

I will be playing with John Vartan for a private event at the De Seversky Mansion on the NYIT Campus in Old Westbury.

Saturday, July 25th –

I will be playing with the lovely and talented Mala Waldron on keyboard and vocals and Marco Brehm on bass at the Pelham Country Club. This is a private event.

Friday July 24th –

I will be playing with Scott Wilson & Efendi at the North Shore Library in Shoram, NY. The program begins at 7 PM.

Tuesday, July 14, 2015-

I will be playing with the Something Special Big Band at the Gazebo in Grace Park, in Great Neck, NY at 8 PM. This event is free to the public.

On Tuesday, July 7, 2015, I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Ensemble at the Black Box Theatre in Downtown Fort Pierce starting at 7 PM. Participants from this year's Jazz Camp will be featured in the second set.

Tuesday, June 30, I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Black Box in Downtown Fort Pierce. Music begins at 7 PM.

Sunday, June 28th, I will be featured with the Jupiter Jazz Society, led by Rick Moore on Keyboard at the Double Roads Tavern (251 South US Hwy 1, Jupiter, FL 33477). We begin at 5 PM. A jam session will follow from 6 – 9 PM.

On Saturday, May 23rd I will be joining George Vikos and "Efendi" at the Greek Festival at St Elefterios Church on W 24th Street in NYC.

On Saturday, May 16th, 2015 I will be accompanying Johnny B at the Maya Rivera Bar & Restaurant in Briarcliff Manor, NY from 7:30 to 10:30.

On Saturday, May 9th, I will be playing with George Vikos and the "Efendi" group for the Annunciation Church Greek Street Festival on w 91st Street and Riverside Drive. We begin playing at 1 PM.

Sunday, May 3rd, The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be playing at the Janina Synagog & Museum on 280 Broome Street, in NYC. We will be playing at 3PM. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Call 212-431-1619 for more information.

Friday, May 1st, I'm playing for a dinner party at the Leewood Golf Club in Eastchester, NY from 7-10 PM.

The Velvet Jubilee will be performing at Silvana. See details below:

Deborah Karpel, vocals & guitar Ismail Butera, accordion & vocals Maurice Sedacca, guitar & oud

Sprocket Royer, bass Rafael Leal, percussion Sonnie Brown, backup vocals

Friday, April 24th 6-8 PM

Silvana 300 W. 116th St. & Frederick Douglas Blvd.

Easy to get to….The B & C trains go to to 116th St…right there!

Tel: 646-692-4935

www.silvana-nyc.com

The Elias Ladino Ensemble will be performing Sunday,Apr 19 2015.
We will be presenting a program of Ladino Folk Music from 2:00PM – 4:00PM
at JCC of Middlesex County 1775 Oak Tree Road.

The Ensemble is lead by Dan Elias on Vocals and Clarinet, accompanied by:
Casey Bond, Dumbek;
Dorit, Dancer and Percussion;
and myself, Oud and Guitar.

On Friday, April 17, I will be joining "Velvet Jubilee" in a concert at the Port Washington Library at 7:30 PM. The show is open to the general public and admission is free.

On Thursday, April 16, 2015 I will be accompanying Scott Wilson at the Babylon Student Center of Suffolk Comunity College for the Turkish Cultural Center at 3:30 PM.

Sunday, April 12th
Toloache 205 Thompson St. in Greenwich Village

212-420-0600A Passover Fiesta
Exploring Mexican-Jewish Cuisine

Featuring musical entertainment by ~Velvet Jubilee~
Deborah Karpel, vocals & guitar
Ismail Butera, accordion Maurice Sedacca, guitar & oud

Performing Yiddish, Sephardic, Latin American & American music

Come and join us from 11-3 PM for a deliciously fun time!

All proceeds go to the Rose Art Foundation's 'Living With Dignity', a program providing life changing tools for mobility to disabled seniors.

During the week of March 23rd, I played the following:

Monday, March 23rd – with Kit Stewart and the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Ensemble at the Marina in Fort Pierce;

Tuesday, March 24th – with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Black Box;

Wednesday, March 25th – With Vocalist Maurice Franks, featuring Bud Skiles on Keyboard and Jimmy Tucci on Drums at the Marriott Convention Center on Hutchison Island;

Friday, March 27th – solo at the Tesoro Country Club

December 2014, Scott Wilson and I video taped our afternoon with Eddie "the Sheik" Kochak.

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On Wednesday, February 18 at 1 PM the Temple Shaarei Shalom will be presenting the "Elias Ladino Ensemble" . The Temple is located at 9085 Hagan Ranch Road, Boyton Beach, FL 33472. Admission is $5. For Reservations and more information call Rose at 561-301-0119.

On Valentine's Day, February 14, I will be playing with Vocalist, Maurice Frank at the "Quilted Giraff" in Vero Beach from 7 – 10 PM. Bud Skiles will be on Keyboard and Jimmy Tucci will be on Drums.

On January 27, 2015, the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society will be presenting the "For Dancers Only" big band at the Black Box Lounge in downtown Fort Pierce. I will be a guest soloist with the band. Music begins at 7 PM.

On January 20, 23, 27 & 30, I will be part of a Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society contingency that will be conducting a clinic for jazz band students in local schools.

On Thursday, January 15, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM, I will be playing with the "Kenny B-3 Quartet", featuring Maurice Franks on vocals and Jeff LoForte on drums, at Archie's on South Hutchison Island.

On Saturday, January 10, 2015, I will be Playing with Johnny B at San Martino Restaurant in Yonkers, NY from 8-11 PM.

On Saturday & Sunday, December 20 & 21, I will be playing with Tony T Orchestras at the Doral Arrowwood Resort in Port chester, NY at 6:30 PM and 11:30 AM respectively.

On Sunday, December 7, I will be playing with Jeff LoForte and Kenny Clarke at Cork & Tapas in Vero Beach from 5:30 – 8:30 PM.

On Monday, November 17, I will be playing with Scott Wilson for te Turkish Cultural Association at Nassau Community College at 6 PM.

On Saturday, November 8, I will be playing a private event at St Anastasia Chirch in Fort Pierce with the Coffe Beanz.

On Wednesday, November 5, I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at te Botanical Gardens in Port St Lucie from 6:30 – 9:30 PM.

On November 1, 2014, I will be playing with the "Coffee Beans" at the Heath Cothe Botanical Gardens, in Fort Pierce, FL from 1-4 PM.

On Friday, October 10th from 8-11 PM, I will be accompanying "Johnny B" at San Martino Restaurant, located at 12 Young Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10710.

On Saturday, September 27th, I will be joining George Vikos and Company at the Festival at St. John the Baptist Greek Church from 4-7 PM. The Festival is held on E. 17th between Irving Place and 3rd Avenue in Manhattan.

On Saturday & Sunday, September 20th & 21st, I will be playing with the Something Special Big at the Queens Farm Museum in Glen Oaks from 1:30-5:00 PM.

Sunday, August 24, from 11 AM to 2 PM Paul Rich Music presents Mala Waldron on Keyboard and Vocals with Maurice Sedacca on Guitar for the Sunday Jazz Brunch at Il Fornetto in Sheepshead Bay. Il Fornetto Restaurant is located at 2902 Emmons Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11235. Tele: 718-332-8494.

This Thursday, August 21, 2014, I will be playing with the Something Special Big Band at The Queens Central Library, located at 89-11 Merrick Blvd in Jamiaca, Queens (tele: 718-990-0896). We will be playing at 5:30 in the downstairs auditorium. Admission is free to the public.

Sunday, August 3, 2014 NYC

Gala show with live music! This event will be sizzling with dance, music and laughter!

Come celebrate Dalia's Birthday! – Featuring Dance Artists – Dalia Carella, Kaeshi Chai, Layla Mary and workshop talented dancers.

Musicians: Souren Baronian, Robert Bogosian, Mal Stein and Maurice Sedacca!

Where: Jebon, 15 St. Marks Place, New York 7:30 – 10:00pm . (door opens7:00pm.) Please reserve your table! Call (212) 388-1313

Show tickets $20 – Pay at Door!

Tuesday, July 29, 2014, I will be playing with the Something Special Big Band at Grace Park in Great Neck, LI at 8 PM. This event is free to the public.

Wednesday, July 16, 2014, from 7:30 – 10:30 Mala Waldron and I will be accompanying Paul Rich at Cebu Restaurant, located at 8801 Third Avenue in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn.

On July 14, starting at 7:30 PM, I will be playing with the Something Special Big Band at the Gazebo on Plandome Road.

On July 6, 2014, Paul Rich and I will be playing the Sunday Brunch at "Il Fornetto" located at 2902 Emmons Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn from 11 AM – 2 PM.

On Wednesday, June 25th, my trio, including Marty Confurios on bass, Sharif Kales on trumpet and myself on guitar, will accompany Paul Rich at Cebu Restaurant, located at 8801 Third Avenue in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, from 7:30 – 10:30 PM.

On Sunday, June 8, 2014 I will be playing with Mala Waldron at Chimu Restaurant, located at 482 Union Avenue in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, from 7-10 PM.

On Sunday, June 1st, I will be playing with the "Elias Ladino Ensemble" at the Janina Synagog, located at 280 Broome Street in New York's Lower East Side. The concert begins at 5 PM.

On Sunday, May 25, 2014, I will be playing with Paul Rich of "Paul Rich Music". We will be playing for the brunch at "Il Fornetto" Restaurant on Emmons Avenue in Sheepshead Bay, from 11 AM to 2 PM.

On Saturday, May 24th, I will be playing with the "Tony T Orchestra" in the "Echoes of Sinatra" presentation at the Doral-Arrowood in Rye Brook, NY. Showtime is 6:30 PM.

On Sunday, May 18, 2014, from 6 -8 PM I will be playing with "Velvet Jubilee" at Silvana, located at 300 W. 116th Street at Fredrick Douglas Blvd. The group features Deborah Karpel on Vocals, Ismail Butrera on Accordion, Marissa on Bass, Rafael Ramirez on Percussion and myself on Guitar.

nday, May 18th 6-8 PM

Saturday afternoon, May 17th, I will be playing at the Annunciation Greek Church Festival on West 91st Street and West End Avenue. I will be playing with George Vikos, Scott Wilson, Rami el Asser and Casey Bond.

On Wednesday, May 7th I will be playing with the Paul Rich Jazz Trio, Featuring Sharif Kales on Trumpet and Martin Confurios on Bass at Cebu Restaurant, located at 8801 Third Avenue, in Brooklyn from 7 – 10 PM.

Thursday, April 24, 2014, I will be playing with Dave Mundy and "Soulfege" and the Vero Beach Museum of Art in the Garden from 5-7 PM.

On April 13, I will be playing with Scott Wilson and his "Afendi" orchestra at Jebon.

This Friday, April 4, 2014, I will be playing with Elliot Abrams at Shuckers on South Hutchison Island from 6-9 PM.

Zapata's is moving the time back to 6-9 PM every Thursday.

Friday, March 28th, I will be playing with the "Coffee Beans" at Tapas By The Water on Melody Lane in the Fort Pierce Marina from 7-10 PM.

Sunday, March 23rd, I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz and Blues Society Ensemble at the "Waterside Blues Festival" at 1:30 PM in the Fort Pierce Marina.

Friday, March 21st, I will be a "guest artist" performing with the Roberto Navarro Latin Sextet at the Black Box Theatre in Fort Pierce, FL. The show starts at 8 PM.

Tuesday, March 18th, I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz and Blues Society Ensemble at the Black Box in Fort Pierce.

Friday, March 7th, I will be playing with the "Coffee Beans" at the McKee Botanical Gardens in Vero Beach, FL from 6:30-9:30 PM.

Thursdays, from 5:30 -8:30 PM, I will be playing at Zapata's Mexican Grill, located at 6700 S US Hwy 1, in Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

On Thursday, February 27, 2014, I will playing at Zapata's Mexican Grill from 6-9PM, located at 6700 S US Hwy 1 in Port St Lucie, FL 34952.

On Wednesday, February 26th, I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Botanical Gardens in Port St. Lucie, from 6:30-9:30 PM.

On Friday, February 21st, from 7-10 PM, I will be playing at Tapas on the Water on Melody Lane in the Fort Pierce Marina with the "Coffe Beans".

On Thursday, February 20, 2014, from 6-9PM, I will playing my Romantic Spanish Guitar at Zapata's Mexican Grill. Zapata's is located at 6700 S US Hwy 1 in Port St Lucie, FL.

On Tuesday, February 18th, I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Black Box Lounge in Fort Pierce from 7-10 PM.

On Friday, February 14th, I will be playing with the "Coffee Beans" at the McKee Botanical Gardens in Vero Beach from 6:30 -7:30 PM.

On Tuesday, February 11th I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Black Box Lounge in Fort Pierce.

On Friday, February 7th I will be playing with Elliot Abrams and "Matrix" at Shucker's on South Hutchison Island from 5-8 PM.

On Tuesday, January 28th, I will be playing at "Terra Fermatta" in Stuart from 7-10 PM. I will be joined by Taddy Mowatt on Bass and Jimmy Tucci on Drums.

TERRA FERMATA TIKI BAR

26 SE 6th Street
Stuart, Florida 34994

PRESENTS "Jazz In The Garden" with

THE MAURICE SEDACCA TRIOGenre: Mainstream & Brazilian jazz

The trio features the virtuoso Maurice Sedacca on electric guitar and flamenco/classical guitar, accompanied by bass and percussion. Their song list includes jazz standards and bossa novas with a romantic, Latin flair. The trio presents unique arrangements of classic jazz songs, as well as original compositions and arrangements of classical pieces.

On Thursday, January 23rd, from 5 – 7 PM, I will be playing with Dave Mundy and "Soulfege" at the Atrium in the Vero Beach Museum of Art.

On Sunday, January 12, 2014 from 10-11 PM I will be playing with Ismail Butera at Silvana.

Coming January 12, 2014 @ 10 PM

~Velvet Jubilee~

Ismail Butera & friends start off the New Year with a performance in Harlem, Manhattan

Playing bluesy ballads, jazz tunes, country/cajun, Latin & African music for your listening, dancing and partying pleasure

Lot's of soulful wailing and improv, we're gonna have a good time…join us!

Ismail Butera, accordion & vocals Deborah Karpel, vocals

Maurice Sedacca, guitar Dave Hofstra, bass

Rafael Fernando Leal Ramirez, percussion

Listen/see ~Velvet Jubilee~ at www.ismailbutera.com

Silvana is Harlem's newest and trendiest venue dedicated to the arts, with a lineup of bands nightly

Featuring delicious Mid Eastern cuisine and full bar

No cover or music charge 300 W.116th St. @ Frederick Douglas Blvd.

Tel. 646-692-4935 http://www.facebook.com/silvananyc

The A, B & C trains go to 116th St. So does the #2 & #3

On Sunday, January 5, 2014, I will be playing with the Elias Ladino Ensemble at the Township of Monroe (NJ) Senior Center at 3 PM.

On Sunday, December 29th, I will be playing with the Something Special Big Band at the Library in Sachem, L.I., at 1:30 PM.

On Sunday, December 8th, from 7-9, I will be playing with Scott Wilson and "Efendi" at Jebon, 15 St Mark's Place.

On Saturday, December 7 I'll be playing with Dr. Phil Costa at the Bayside Historical Society

In spite of my injuries, I'll playing Friday, December 6, from 7-10 PM with the "Coffee Beans" at Tapas on the Water on Melody Lane in the Fort Pierce Marina.

On Saturday, November 23rd, from 7-10 PM, I will be playing with the Elias Ladino Ensemble in East Brunswick, NJ.

On Saturday, November 16, from 1-5 PM, I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Port St Lucie Civic Center Beerfest.

On Friday, November 15th, 6-10 PM, I will be playing with Joe Renta and "Showtime Entertainment at the Tesoro Country Club in Palm City.

On Wednesday, November 13, I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society Ensemble at the Port St Lucie Botanical Gardens, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM.

On Friday, November 8th, from 7 -10 PM, I will be playing with the "Coffee Beans" at "Tapas on the Water" in the Fort Pierce Marina.

On Saturday, November 2nd, I will be playing solo guitar at the Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens from noon to 2 PM.

On Sunday, October 20th, I will be playing with the Tony T Orchestra for brunch at the Doral Arrowood Hotel in Rye Brook, NY from 11:30 -3:30.

On Sunday, October 13th, I will be playing with Scott Wilson and "Efendi" at Jebon from 7 – 9 PM. We will be playing numbers from our new CD as well as other Middle-Eastern favorites. The floor show will feature several beautiful belly dancers. Jebon is located at 15 St. Mark's Place.

On Sunday, September 29, 2013, from Noon to 5 PM, I will be playing with Eddie the Sheik Kochak and his Amer-Aba Band at the Atlantic Antics. The stage will be located at the corner of Atlantic Avenue & Clinton Street in Brooklyn. In addition to the musical entertainment, Eddie will be presenting several beautiful Belly Dancers, performing throughout the afternoon. This event is part of a NY City street fair and is free to the public.

I will be playing with the Something Special Big Band on Saturday & Sunday, September 21st & 22nd, from 1 – 4:30 PM at the Queens County Fair. This event is being held at the Queens Farm Museum, located on Little Neck Parkway in Glen Oaks.

On Sunday, September 15th,at 2 PM, I will be playingv with the Something Special Big Band at the Jericho Library.

On Saturday, September 14 & 28, 2013, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM, I will be playing with the Tony T Orchestras at the Atrium in the Doral Arrowwood Hotel in Rye Brook, NY.

On Tuesday, September 10th, from 7 – 10 PM, I will be playing with the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Ensemble at the Black Box Theatre in Fort Pierce, FL.

I will be playing with Elliot Abrams and Bud Skiles on Friday, September 6th from 6 – 9 PM at Shucker's on Hutchison Island, FL.

I will be playing with the Something Special Big Band (www.somethingspecialbigband.org) on August 27 at 7:30 at the Ridgewood Savings Bank in Ridgewood Queens and on September 3rd at 7 PM at Juniper Valley Park in Middle Village, Queens.

I will be playing with the Tony T Orchestras for the brunch at the Doral Arrowood Hotel in Rye Brook, NY, Sunday, August 18th from 11:30 to 3:00.

I will be playing with Ivo Tirado's Latin Jazz group at the Arepa Grill in Astoria, Queens, Friday, August 16th at 9 PM.

I'll be playing with Scott Wilson's "Efendi" band at Jebon this Sunday, July 21st at 7PM.

I'll be playing with the "Something Special Big Band" on Sunday, July 14th at 3 PM at the Plainview Library and Thursday, July 18th at 6 PM at the Locust Valley Gazebo.

It was a rewarding two weeks working with upcoming musicians at the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society's Jazz Camp this past June.

On Saturday, June 8, 2013, I will be playing with the Elias Ladino Ensemble at the "Discover Rivertowns Festival" in the VFW Park in Hastings-on-the-Hudson, from 2 – 4 PM.

On May 18th from 1 – 5 PM, I will be playing with George Vikos at the Annunciation Greek Festival on 91st Street, between West End Avenue and Riverside Drive

On May 19, 2013, I will be accompanying Scott Wilson at Jebon, 15 St Marl's Place from 7 – 9 PM

On April 28, 2013, from 7 – 9 PM I will be accompanying Scott Wilson in his Tribute to Aris San, at Jebon, 15 St Marks Place, NYC.

On Saturday, April 13, from 8 – Midnight, I will be playing with Roberto Navarro and the Tropical Jazz Band at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center on US 1

On Thursday, April 11, 2013 from 5 – 7 PM, I will be playing with Dave Mundy and Soulfege at the Vero Beach Museum of Art for their "Concert in the Park" event