Summer Sizzle is a free, neighborhood festival and features live jazz -- best of local, regional and Chicago musicians -- in a variety of styles: traditional, Latin, swing, smooth and Dixieland. Check out the musical lineup below. View a map of the festival grounds here.
Summer Sizzle 2010 Entertainment Line Up
| MAIN STAGE (corner of Broadway & Menomonee) | |
| 11am-1pm | Typhanie Monique Soulful, honey-voiced chanteuse is a tour de force on Chicago music scene, “a modern-day Sarah Vaughan” (Jazz Times). With guitarist Neal Alger. |
| 1:30-3:30pm | Manty Ellis |
| 4-6pm | Berkeley Fudge |
| 6:30-8:30pm | Don Lewis Quintet |
| Headliner - Ray Silkman | |
| 9-11pm | Ray Silkman “You can feel his music,” the great Benny Carter said about saxophonist Silkman -- back by popular demand! Silkman's energy and passion flow from the depths of his soul, mesmerizing listeners with superb talent and dazzling artistry. |
| COMMISSION ROW (300 block of North Broadway) | |
| 11am-1pm | Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble Influenced by Django Reinhardt, group also draws on swing, traditional Latin, Parisian waltzes & vintage jazz. |
| 1:30-3:30pm | Bourbon Street Stompers |
| 4-6pm | Agnieszka Iwanska Chicago-based, the Polish-born Iwanksa sings in a sultry and sensitive style. Noted jazz critic Howard Reich hails her as “voice of promise” in contemporary jazz. |
| 6:30-8pm | Rhythm Voyage Argentinian drummer Leo Tato leads this Latin jazz and world music sextet. |
| 8:30-10:30pm | Swing Nouveau Swing-dance in the streets to snazzy sound of this 15-piece vintage band. Frolic to the joyful tunes of 30s & 40s. |
| SOUTH PARK (100 block of North Broadway) | |
| 12:30-2:30pm | Pam & the Players Vocal diva Pam Duronio, with guitarist Tim Stemper and saxman Warren Wiegratz, creates cool, upbeat jazz. |
| 3-5pm | Eric Jacobson Group evokes suave sounds of Freddy Hubbard and Art Blakey, with hints of Latin jazz and funk of Donald Byrd. |
| 6-8pm | Ray Tabs & Ollie Davis Solid pianist Tabs and soulful vocalist Davis perform dynamic jazz, including show tunes & hint of R&B. |
| 8:30-10:30pm | Jeannine Rivers Sonorous voice, tasteful swinging sounds, joyous personality. |
| NORTH PARK (200 block of North Broadway) | |
| 12-2pm | Joe Magnino Accordion jazz ala Art Van Damme, Big Band and Swing Era. |
| 2:30-4:30pm | Jazz Friends Keyboardist Sam Steffke and vocalist / bassist Debi Kossoris entertain with stylish jazz sounds. |
| 5-7pm | Chris Kringel/Del Bennett Duo sends out intense groove with some favorite standards and funky originals. |
| 8-10pm | Eric Jacobson Group evokes suave sounds of Freddy Hubbard and Art Blakey, with snippets of Latin jazz & funk of Donald Byrd. |
Summer Sizzle 2010 Marketplace Vendors
Vendors Offerings |
4 S Imports Jewelry, crafts and shells exclusively from the Philippines. |
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Africa Alive Handcrafted drums, wood carvings, brass jewelry and statues. . |
African Fashion African clothes, jewelry, body butters and more. |
Aaahhh! Spa Himalayan salt lamps, incense, jewelry, body oils and oil burners. |
Akarim African Enterprises African clothing, jewelry, accessories and drums. |
Aloekui, LLC Handmade natural soaps and baskets. |
Always Happy Hour Cocktail and wine accessories. |
Brother John's Art World Oil paintings, standard frames, art restorations and custom work. |
Diversified Earth Handmade jewelry. |
Fair Trade for All Fair trade gifts, clothing and decor from developing countries. |
Falcon/Valentina Women's clothing, jewelry and accessories. |
Famous Cigars Premium cigars. |
Focus on Wisconsin Landscape photography with handmade frames. |
Fred Astaire Dance Studio Ballroom dance lesson information. |
Front Room Photography Photo sessions, fine art photography and balloons. |
The Jewelry Souk Handmade jewelry featuring sterling silver and natural stones. |
L.A. Fitness and Metro Condo Connections Information and resources. |
Lela Women's apparel, jewelry and accessories. |
Les Hommes Bleu, LLC Jewelry, wood, clothing and goat skin lamps. |
Maryam's Pretty Things Scented oils, novelty oil burners and body oils. |
Midwest Alternative Medicine Clinic Pressure point analaysis and therapeutic herbal oils for pain. |
Mitchell Leather Factory and Retail Store Fine leather products. |
MoSo Original artwork on wood. |
My Sistuh's Trunk Handcrafted jewelry, tote bags, shoulder bags and sling bags. |
The New Art Korp A variety of prints, including collages. |
Planned Parenthood of WI Information and resources. |
Raf's Photo Framed and matted prints. |
Serafina Unique clothing and accessories. |
Sherry's Bits and Pieces Nautical wall pieces, wooden ornaments and crocheted scarves. |
Sherry's Hand Bags & Accessories Jewelry, shoes, hats, shirts and accessories. |
SPiN Milwaukee Promos and demos from Milwaukee's first table-tennis social club. |
Spiritual Energie Readings Energy readings and tarot card readings. |
Third Generation Jewelers Handcrafted jewelry made with sterling silver and stones. |
Unique Art & Designs Jewelry and art. |
Unique Designs Jewelry Handmade jewelry, wood pens, bottle stoppers and bookmarks. |
WUWM - Milwaukee Public Radio Information about Milwaukee's National Public Radio source. |
Parking is available!
In addition to street parking, two parking structures are available for your convenience. Located at 212 N. Milwaukee St. and 225 E. Chicago St.
Interested in sponsoring these great neighborhood events?
Your financial support helps keep the Third Ward "sizzlin'"! Contact Executive Director Nancy O'Keefe at 414.273.1173 or via email to discuss sponsorship opportunities!
Interested in being a vendor?
Email your contact information and information about your business to office@historicthirdward.org. Applications will be sent out in late May.
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