Press Release by: Kelly Haggard
Venue: The Vault VIP Lounge (Santa Ana, CA USA)
09/28/2007 - The Vault VIP Lounge, www.myspace.com/thevaultvip, located inside the OC Pavilion, is pleased to welcome the return of The Scott Martin Latin Soul Band on September 28 starting at 8 PM. Once a basement vault for a large bank, the Vault VIP Lounge has been transformed into a plush nightclub with hightop tables, leather sofas, intricate art pieces and romantic lighting.
Scott Martin plays tenor, alto, baritone and soprano saxophone and flute. He has performed all over the world with many artists but is best known for his successful tenure with the Poncho Sanchez Latin Jazz Band for over thirteen years, winning a Grammy with the band for 'Best Latin Jazz Performance'. Scott played on over ten of the band's CDs, playing all sax parts and contributing compositions and arrangements for over 10 of the band's CDs.
“Scott is a tremendous talent and possess a great sound on Sax & Flute,” said Erik Chico Manqueros of The Latin Style of Jazz. “Scott's brand of music is hip and fresh yet reminiscent of that classic material from the 60's.”
Scott Martin has three CDs as a leader, "Menudo & Gritz", "Cafe Cubano", and "A Martin Family Christmas". Besides playing Jazz Saxophone and Flute, Scott is a well rounded versatile performer who has played with many artists and performers such as Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Jazz on the Latin Side All Stars, Mongo Santamaria, Francisco Aguabella, Ray Charles, Fred Wesley, Pee Wee Ellis, Maceo Parker, James Moody, Barry Manilow, Dr Dre, Arturo Sandoval, Eddie Harris, Chick Corea, Karryn Allison, Diane Reeves, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Larry Coryell, Booker T, Joe Sample, Wilton Felder, Wayne Henderson, Joey Defrancesco, Eddie Floyd, Sam Moore, Billy Preston, Eddie Palmieri, Ry Cooder and many, many others.
Scott's compositions and playing have been featured on Television shows such as "Sex and the City', "As The World Turns", "The Jimmy Kimmel Show", and many more. He has been an active studio musician playing on Television, Commercials and Film Productions. He also runs his own production company, Scott Martin Music.
The Vault VIP Lounge is Orange County’s newest jazz club, featuring locally acclaimed jazz musicians and offering the ambiance of a five star venue. The Vault VIP Lounge Friday Night Jazz requires a $10 cover charge or free entrance with a dinner purchase in the world class Ambrosia Restaurant. Rare, imported beers, fine wines and premium cocktails are available for purchase along with a menu of salads, appetizers, desserts and a Chef’s Selection of Artisan Cheeses from around the world. Additional show information is available online at www.myspace.com/thevaultvip.
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About The Vault VIP Lounge – www.myspace.com/thevaultvip
The Vault VIP Lounge is Orange County’s newest jazz club, featuring locally acclaimed jazz musicians and offering the ambiance of a five star venue. The Vault VIP Lounge Friday Night Jazz requires a $10 cover charge or free entrance with a dinner purchase in the world class Ambrosia Restaurant. Rare, imported beers, fine wines and premium cocktails are available for purchase along with a menu of salads, appetizers, desserts and a Chef’s Selection of Artisan Cheeses from around the world. Once a basement vault for a large bank, the Vault VIP Lounge has been transformed into a plush nightclub with hightop tables, leather sofas, intricate art pieces and romantic lighting.
About the OC Pavilion - www.ocpavilion.com
From chandeliers to exquisite hand painted murals, the OC Pavilion most intimate and exclusive performing arts theater and restaurant complex in Orange County, California. Located in historic downtown Santa Ana “the Golden City”, our beautifully appointed theater with a capacity of only 528 seats assures you of an exceptional close up view of any event. With our state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems and a myriad of high-resolution video screens, we are quickly becoming known as Orange County's own “jewel box”. The theatre features various musical and theatrical events and is available for private leasing. For more information, contact 714-550-0550.
About Scott Martin
Latin saxophonist Scott Martin can be seen at jazz venues around Southern California. For more information, visit http://www.scottmartinjazz.com/
For more information: The Vault VIP Lounge MySpace page
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