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Upcoming Dates

BELLSON-RELATED EVENTS - Recheck this schedule for updates.

Past Dates

Sunday, January 22nd, 2012

Anaheim Convention Center

NAMM Show - 10:am - 6:pm

800 West Katella Ave.
Anaheim California 92802
US (714) 765-8950 [map]

NAMM Exhibits: Thursday Jan 19 thru Sunday Jan 22

<-- Click sign for NAMM 2012 link.
Mrs. B returns to NAMM at the Power Wrist Builders booth #3064, Hall D.
Several exciting new Bellson products to be unveiled!

Sunday, November 20th, 2011

SCVCC Holiday Market

Silver Creek Valley Country Club Clubhouse - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

5460 Country Club Parkway
San Jose, California 95138
(408) 239-5888 [map]
Price: FREE!

Parking: free . . . . . . Open to the Public

Silver Creek Valley Country Club's 9th Annual
Holiday Market Boutique
Event features unique selection of handmade goods, holiday gifts, live music.
More than just an arts & crafts show! Click links below for . . .
Printable Flyer . . . Venue . . . Map

Mrs. B will vend Louie Bellson items & the popular "Francine's Frocks."

Saturday, October 22nd, 2011

LOUIE BELLSON 5K MEMORIAL DRUM ROLL

Race / Run / Walk - 9:00 am (start time, rain or shine)

P. O. Box 805
Moline, Illinois 61266
bellsonmemorial5k@gmail.com [map]

Bellson 5K Memorial Drum Roll, Oct 22
To honor the memory of Moline, IL native and world acclaimed music legend Louie Bellson, the 2nd annual running of the "Louie Bellson 5K Memorial Drum Roll" road race will take place in Moline Sat Oct 22, 2011. Proceeds will go to support music education in Illinois Quad City public schools.
Louie Bellson Memorial Race
Mail-In Registration
<-- Click the logo to download the Application form and fill it out. Mail your completed form and registration fee to the address given on the form.
Race Hotline: (309) 912-6365


Attn: Interested Sponsors!!
We are currently seeking sponsors for the race, both local and national. Contact: Rob Moon, Race Director bellsonmemorial5k@gmail.com or (708) 288-1168. _______________________________________________________________
Reports from 2010 Race
See eye-witness Article, Photo & Video report by TheDrumExperts <--(click)

Click logo for JazzTimes Article. --> ______________________________________________________________

Watch this lively Video Report!

Read Report, Photos by TheDrumExperts <--click
TO COMMENT: Did you attend? Please share your thoughts in the Guestbook.
SHARE PHOTOS: Did you take pics? Send photos to Mrs. B or sales@thedrumexperts.com.
DONATE TO: Louie Bellson 5K Memorial Drum Roll ~ P.O. Box 805 ~ Moline, IL 61266
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Sunday, October 2nd, 2011

HOLLYWOOD DRUM SHOW - (Sat/Sun)

Solar Studios

1601 S. Central Ave
Glendale California [map]


Mrs. B will vend Louie Bellson items at the Drum Show
(click for info) --->
at the Power Wrist Builders
(drumsticks) booth.
Sat Oct 1 ~ 10: AM to 7: PM
Sun Oct 2 ~ 11: AM to 6: PM


Click pic below for PWB info.
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Saturday, September 17th, 2011

Victorious Living Christian Women’s Conf. (Fri/Sat)

Church On the Hill

500 Sands Ave
San Jose California 95125
877 335 1230 [map]
Price: $59

VICTORIOUS LIVING CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S CONFERENCE 2011
Presented by Rohi Christian Church
Fri Sept 16 ~ 7: - 9: pm
Sat Sept 17 ~ 9: am to 5: pm
*The registration fee ($59) covers two days of presentations by inspirational speakers such as actress Tasha Smith and vocalist Martha Munizzi.
Also, access to the Vendor area where Mrs. B will vend the “Bellson Boutique.”
For more info & to register, click Victorious Living Conference ___________________________________________________________

Saturday, August 27th, 2011

Women's Conference

Emmanuel Baptist Church - 8: am - 3: pm

467 N. White Rd.
San Jose, Calif. 95127
(408) 272-1360 [map]
Price: $55 regis. fee -- Sat. Seminars

Emmanuel Baptist Church's annual WMU Women's Conference Weekend.
Theme: "UNHINDERED! Empowered, Influential Woman of God"

Fri Aug 26 -- 7 pm service
Sat Aug 27 -- 8 am to 3 pm ($55)*
Sun Aug 28 -- 7:30 am & 11 am services
*The Saturday registration fee includes breakfast and lunch, as well as your attendance at 3 of the 7 workshops offered. Also, access to the Vendor area where Mrs. B will have a booth with Louie Bellson items & the popular "Francine's Frocks."
For more info & to register, click Registration Form

Friday, August 12th, 2011

DRUM! Night

San Jose Repertory Theatre - 6:30 – 9:30 P.M. (doors open at 5:00)

101 Paseo De San Antonio
San Jose California 95113
[map]

(Click banner for DRUM! Night website).

Stop by the LOUIE BELLSON TABLE at DRUM! Night 2011.

Mrs. B (mid-front row, gray skirt) at last yr's event enjoying Dave Garibaldi's performance.

Saturday, July 23rd, 2011

Nashville Convention Center ~ NAMM SHOW

Summer NAMM Show - Thurs thru Sat - Thurs & Fri 10: - 6: / Sat 10: - 4:

601 Commerce St
Nashville Tennessee 37203
US (615) 742-2000 [map]

(Click logo for NAMM.org website).

NAMM Exhibits: Thurs July 21 thru Sat Jul 23
Appearance by Mrs. Bellson: Fri/Sat Jul 22/23
Come say hello to Mrs. B at the Power Wrist Builders booth #506.
Get the newest (just released!) Bellson items.


Friday, July 22nd, 2011

Nashville Convention Center ~ NAMM SHOW

Summer NAMM Show - Thurs thru Sat - Thurs & Fri 10: - 6: / Sat 10: - 4:

601 Commerce St
Nashville Tennessee 37203
US (615) 742-2000 [map]

(Click logo for NAMM.org website).

NAMM Exhibits: Thurs July 21 thru Sat Jul 23
Appearance by Mrs. Bellson: Fri/Sat Jul 22/23
Come say hello to Mrs. B at the Power Wrist Builders booth #506.
Get the newest (just released!) Bellson items.


Sunday, July 3rd, 2011

CAR-nival III Parade & Car Show Exhibition

Silver Creek Valley Country Club

5460 Country Club Pkway
San Jose California 95138
(408) 239-5888 Open to the Public. Free Parking. [map]
Price: Free Admission

Varooom! Varrooom! Start your engines!
High peformance autos and a fundraiser for the Wounded Warrior Project.

9:30 am Parade
10:am - 2: pm Car Show & BBQ
Mrs. B will drive her Fiat, "the Italian that belonged to my Italian" Danica_Patrick_car_driver___Mrs__B3.gif
Live entertainment! Raffle tickets! Fantastic prizes!
See some really smokin' hot rods and a smokin' BBQ! Bring family, friends and maybe even your own unique automotive wonder. Go to the CAR-nival website for details and their rip roarin' video! http://www.carnivalatsilvercreek.com

Sunday, May 22nd, 2011

21st Annual Chicago Drum Show

Kane County Fairgrounds - Sat/Sun 10am - 5pm

525 South Randall Road
St Charles, Illinois 60174
[map]
Price: $15 (General)...$10 (ages 5-12)

Click logo for DRUM SHOW details
Attendance by Mrs. Bellson:
Come pay respects/say hello to Mrs. B at Power Wrist Builders (Booth #30 at front entrance of West Exhibit Hall).

Saturday, May 21st, 2011

21st Annual Chicago Drum Show

Kane County Fairgrounds - Sat/Sun 10am - 5pm

525 South Randall Road
St Charles, Illinois [map]
Price: $15 (General)...$10 (ages 5-12)

Click logo for DRUM SHOW details
Attendance by Mrs. Bellson:
Come pay respects/say hello to Mrs. B at Power Wrist Builders (Booth #30 at front entrance of West Exhibit Hall).

Sunday, March 6th, 2011

Live Theatre: "Jar the Floor"

Mexican Heritage Theater - (see full 6-show schedule below)

1700 Alum Rock Avenue
San Jose California 95116
(408) 272-9924 SJMAG [map]
Price: $25 advance, $30 door.

Jar the Floor is a heartwarming dramatic comedy about four generations of African-American women who have come together to celebrate the matriarch's 90th birthday. It’s a celebration to remember -- humorous and compelling!

The six performances are:

February 25, 26, March 4, 5, 2011 @ 8:00pm
February 27 & March 6, 2011 @ 3:00pm

Sponsored by the San Jose Multicultural Artists Guild and Tabia African-American Theatre Ensemble.
SJMAG website: http://sjmag.org or click logo.--->


Mrs. B will be a vendor at the two Sunday 3:00 matinees, Feb 27 & Mar 6 featuring Bellson CDs and a new offering, "Francine's Frocks". ______________________________________________________________

Saturday, February 26th, 2011

“Make a Joyful Noise” Gospel Concert

Foothill College - Smithwick Theatre - 6:30 pm

12345 El Monte Rd.
Los Altos Hills California 94022
(650) 949-7360 Tickets [map]

The Foothill College Gospel Choir will take you on a journey through gospel music, from historical Negro spirituals to contemporary melodies. Witness spiritually uplifting performances by Bay Area gospel choirs and much more. Mrs. B will be a vendor, featuring "The Sacred Music of Louie Bellson" CD.

(Click choir photo for link.) --->
Tickets sold in advance (650) 949-7360 and at the door.
$15, general; $12, students with OwlCard; $8, seniors (age 62+); and children, $5; children under age 6 admitted free.

Driving & parking info: http://www.foothill.edu/news/newsfmt.php?sr=2&rec_id=2058.
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Sunday, February 20th, 2011

A Tribute to Louie Bellson - 2 days!

Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center

4305 Degnan Blvd., Suite 101
Los Angeles California 90008
(310) 330-0178 [map]
Price: $25 - reduced!

Sat Feb 19 - 3:00 pm Matinee
Sun Feb 20 - 3:00 pm Matinee
Click Tickets to buy online.
Attn! Note date/time change above -- different from the poster below!

Monday, January 17th, 2011

Martin Luther King Luncheon

San Jose Convention Center

150 W San Carlos
San Jose California 95113
US (408) 292-3157 [map]
Price: $45

Mrs. B will have a vendor table at: The Annual Martin Luther King Luncheon - a celebration of the life and legacy of the late Civil Rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King.
Date/Time: Monday, January 17, 2011 10:30am - 2:30pm
Venue: San Jose McEnery Convention Center
Ballroom A, 150 West San Carlos, San Jose, CA 95113
(click photo for link to event)

From a 2004 JazzTimes interview: "Bellson's most recent work is an ambitious piece called 'The Magic Six,' in which he offers musical portraits of King Hussein of Jordan and Dr. Martin Luther King as well as Benny Carter, Count Basie, Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. 'I'm looking forward to having it premiered at USC next season,' Bellson adds. 'I love doing these things. It keeps you busy writing as well as playing.'"

The Bellson-King connection -- What say you? Tell us in the Guestbook. _____________________________________________________________

Sunday, November 21st, 2010

SCVCC Holiday Market

Silver Creek Valley Country Club Clubhouse - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

5460 Country Club Parkway
San Jose, California 95138
(408) 239-5888 [map]
Price: free!

Parking: free . . . . . . Open to the Public
New this year: "Francine's Frocks"

Bellson souvenirs by the Indomitable Mrs. B at
Silver Creek Valley Country Club's 8th Annual
Holiday Market Boutique
Event features unique selection of handmade goods, holiday gifts, live music.
It's more than just an arts & crafts show! Click links below for . . .
Venue . . . Map

Saturday, November 13th, 2010

PASIC 2010

Indiana Convention Center

100 S. Capitol Ave.
Indianapolis, Indiana 46225
[map]

Percussive Arts Society International Convention
International Drum and Percussion Expo
Thursday Nov 11 thru Saturday Nov 13

Click logo for PASIC 2010 details
Appearance by Mrs. Bellson:
Come pay respects/say hello to Mrs. B at the Power Wrist Builders booth #848.

Saturday, October 16th, 2010

LOUIE BELLSON 5K MEMORIAL DRUM ROLL

P. O. Box 805
Moline, Illinois 61266
(309)752-8429 [map]

FLASH! Application Deadline has been extended up to day of the Race! (Oct 16)

The Race
To honor the memory of Moline, IL native and world acclaimed music legend Louie Bellson, the inaugural running of the "Louie Bellson 5K Memorial Drum Roll" road race will take place in Moline Sat Oct 16, 2010. Proceeds will go to support music education in Illinois Quad City public schools.
Louie Bellson Memorial Race

Mail-In Registration
<-- Click the logo to download the Application form and fill it out. Mail your completed form and registration fee to the address given on the form.
FLASH! Registration deadline extended up to day of race!!
Race Hotline: (309) 752-8429

Attn: Interested Sponsors!!
We are currently seeking sponsors for the race, both local and national. Contact: Rob Moon, Race Director bellsonmemorial5k@gmail.com or (708) 288-1168. _______________________________________________________________

Saturday, August 28th, 2010

Women's Conference

Emmanuel Baptist Church - 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

467 N. White Rd.
San Jose California 95127
(408) 272-1360 [map]
Price: $50 reg. fee, Sat. Seminars

Emmanuel Baptist Church's annual WMU Women's Conference Weekend.
Theme: "Healthier, Wiser Woman of God".

Fri Aug 27 -- 7 pm service
Sat Aug 28 -- 8 am to 3 pm ($50)*
Sun Aug 29 -- 7:45 am & 11 am services
*The Saturday registration fee includes breakfast and lunch between your attendance at 3 of the 7 workshops offered. Also, access to the Vendor area where Mrs. B will have a booth with Louie Bellson items.

Event flyer: http://www.emmanuelbc.org/flyers/wmu_2010conf_flyer.pdf
Sign-up form: http://www.emmanuelbc.org/flyers/wmu_2010conf_program.pdf
Church Website: http://www.emmanuelbc.org

Sunday, August 1st, 2010

Sherman Oaks United Methodist Church

10:00 am

14401 Dickens Street
Sherman Oaks California 91423
(818) 789-0351 [map]

Short Report during 10 am Worship Service
Mrs. B to report on unveiling and dedicating the Louie Bellson Monument (in May at Moline, IL).
After Service -- Refreshment & Fellowship in the Fireside Room
www.soumc.org

Saturday, June 12th, 2010

Hollywood Bowl

Playboy Jazz Festival

2301 N Highland Ave
Los Angeles California 90068
US (323) 436-2827 [map]

Orchestra Salutes Louie Bellson
From bassist John Clayton: "A portion of the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra's set at the Playboy festival this year will pay homage to Louis Bellson and other jazz icons we have lost. We will perform SKIN DEEP with Jeff Hamilton showing his respects to Louie from the drum chair."

(Click photo for article.) ---> ______________________________________________________________

Thursday, May 20th, 2010

Bellson Memorial Reception

River Music Experience Museum - 6:00 pm

129 Main Street
Davenport, Iowa 52801
(563) 326-1333 [map]

Click here for Best Map (see "River Music Exp Museum" & "Mojo's" on map).

6:00 – 7:00 pm
Presentations (HR0169, etc.)
Public Testimonies (open mic)

7:00 – 9:00 pm
Musical performance by the North Scott Jazz Ensemble, Mike McMann, director.
Special Guest musicians.
Donations to the River Music Experience Museum.
Info: River Music Experience ______________________________________________________________

Q-C Radio Ad
Starting in March, Q-C area residents can hear WOC-AM radio ad for Moline Monument Co. featuring endorsement by Mrs. B. (30 sec.)

Listen to Ad (click WOC logo) --->



Q-C Slideshow Tribute
"Louie Bellson: Hometown Hero" Slideshow chronicling Illinois native son Louie Bellson's presence in the Q-C area.
Produced by Todd Mizener, The Dispatch Argus (Moline/Rock Island, IL) archives.
Set to the music "Skin Deep" composed & performed by Louie Bellson.

To view, click Q-C Online or click photo ---> (7:53 min)

Thursday, May 20th, 2010

Bellson Monument Dedication

Riverside Cemetery - 4:30 pm

2900 6th Avenue
Moline, IL 61265
[map]

Click here for Better Map.
4:30 – 5:00 pm
Rev. Dan Qualls, Bethel Assembly of God, officiating
Rep. Mike Boland, presenting HR 0169 (the Bellson Resolution) to
Mrs. Francine Bellson, widow.

Official unveiling and dedication of the headstone, Moline Monument Co. (designed by Mrs. B) --->




Info: Esterdahl Mortuary






See clip from WQAD-TV News story on unveiling the Bellson Monument in Moline, Illinois (Quad-Cities) on 5-20-10.
<--- (click photo to view 50 sec video clip) ______________________________________________________________

Friday, May 14th, 2010

Art Contest for Bellson 5K Race

Moline, Illinois bellsonmemorial5k@gmail.com [map]

The Race
The inaugural running of the "Louie Bellson 5K Memorial Drum Roll" road race will take place in Moline, Illinois in Oct 2010. Proceeds will go to support music education in Illinois Quad City public schools. (exact date, details TBA)
Louie Bellson Memorial Race


Art Contest
Because Bellson was a music educator and health enthusiast throughout his career, the race is sponsor-
ing a contest open to student artists in Illinois Quad Cities Schools to create a logo for this new event.
Deadline for Art Contest submission: May 14, 2010.
Click here for Logo Art Contest Rules. _______________________________________________________________

Sunday, January 17th, 2010

Anaheim Convention Center

NAMM Show - 10:am - 6:pm

800 West Katella Ave.
Anaheim California 92802
US (714) 765-8950 [map]

NAMM Exhibits: Thursday Jan 14 thru Sunday Jan 17


Appearance by Mrs. Bellson: Sat/Sun Jan 16/17
Come say hello to Mrs. B at the Power Wrist Builders booth #3064, Hall D.


Sunday, November 22nd, 2009

SCVCC Holiday Market

Silver Creek Valley Country Club Clubhouse - 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

5460 Country Club Parkway
San Jose, CA 95138
(408) 239-5888 [map]
Price: free!

Parking: free
Open to the Public

Bellson souvenirs by the Indomitable Mrs. B at
Silver Creek Valley Country Club's 7th Annual
Holiday Market Boutique
Event features unique selection of handmade goods, holiday gifts, live music.
It's more than just an arts & crafts show! Click links below for . . .
Printable Flyer
Venue
Map

Sunday, October 18th, 2009

Hollywood & Vintage Drum Show

Raleigh Studios - Sat 10:-7: / Sun 11:-6:

5300 Melrose Ave.
Hollywood, Calif. (323) 461-0640 [map]
Price: $10 adv / $14 door

Mrs. B will attend the Drum Show
(click for info) --->
at the
Power Wrist Builders
(drumsticks) booth.
Click pic below for PWB info.



Sunday, October 4th, 2009

Louie Bellson Congressional Honor

Emmanuel Baptist Church - 7:45 am & 11:00 am services

467 N. White Rd.
San Jose, California 95127
US (408) 272-1360 [map]

Louie Bellson will be honored with a memorial certificate of recognition from the office of U.S. Congresswoman Diane Watson of the 33rd Congressional District, Los Angeles. Formal presentation of the plaque to Bellson’s widow, former Silicon Valley engineer Francine Wright Bellson, will be made by Atty. W. Steve Stevens (the petitioner), at Emmanuel Baptist Church in San Jose on Sunday October 4. The public is cordially invited to attend. www.emmanuelbc.org

Tuesday, July 7th, 2009

International Christian Network (ICN) Radio

"Jazz, Joy & Roy" - 7:00 pm - 12 midnight (Pacific time)


Relive the hubbub recorded at the San Jose Memorial Service on the International Christian Network Radio Station conducted by announcer Roy Gray of the ICN inspirational program Jazz, Joy & Roy. (www.roygray.com)

Listen to these interviews in two parts Mon & Tue, July 6 & 7,
7:00-12:00 pm pacific time.
Click ICN Radio or the radio tower. -->
Then click TUNE IN & wait for broadcast to kick in.
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Monday, June 29th, 2009

Northern Calif. Memorial Service

Emmanuel Baptist Church - 7:00 pm

467 N. White Rd.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 272-1360 [map]

http://www.emmanuelbc.org
Bellson's church (where he was baptized and married 16 years ago) will memorialize their beloved brother-in-Christ. Inspiring collaboration of Choirs and Big Band, including selections from "The Sacred Music of Louie Bellson" and other Bellson compositions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dress: Respectful.

<--- (Click banner for video announcement). _______________________________________________________________
Contributions (tax-deductible) in memory of Louie Bellson can be made to:
Emmanuel Baptist Church and mailed to church address above.
(Write "Bellson" on the memo line of your check).
Contributions (not tax-deductible) to help defray expenses can be made to Francine Bellson and mailed to:

Louie Bellson Legacy
16055 Ventura Blvd. Suite #1212
Encino, CA 91436

<--Click for Memorial Announcement on YouTube. (1:12)



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Louie Bellson Memorial Service

Radio Interviews & Promo's

a. Mrs. B publicity interview, aired 5-26-09 (part 1)
b. Mrs. B publicity interview, aired 5-26-09 (part 2)
c. Mrs. B publicity interview, aired 5-26-09 (part 3)
d. Roy Gray – Radio Promo for June 29 N. Calif. Memorial Service
On-site Interviews
The interviews below were conducted by broadcaster Roy Gray of the inspirational ICN Radio program “Jazz, Joy & Roy” at the June 29 San Jose Memorial Service. Click names to hear what attendees had to say about Louie Bellson, Emmanuel Baptist Church and the indomitable Mrs. B.
1. Shelley Chaney gives Emmanuel Bapt. Church (EBC) tour
2. Shelley Chaney & DeWayne Sweet
3. Shelley Chaney & DeWayne Sweet – pt. 2
4. Frances Jacobs gives Family Life Center (FLC) tour
5. Curtis Cofield
6. Curtis Cofield – pt. 2
7. Marilyn Patterson
8. Albert Alva
9. Charmayne Hollins
10. Myron Cohen
11. Willie Mae Veal Glasper
12. Willie Mae Veal Glasper – pt. 2
13. Bob & Joanne Bianchi
14. Roger Krakow
15. Rev. Dr. Lee Wilson
16. Ben Littlejohn
17. Larry Childress
18. PW the Poet
19. PW the Poet recites - impromptu
20. Rev. Kevin Montgomery & Rev. Joel Moore
21. Joe DeRose
22. Red Malone
23. Pastor Lyman Alexander
24. Alexandra Dorian, Emile’s Restaurant
25. Bob & Arlene Lopes
26. Edward Butler
27. Victor Moore
28. Edward L. Youngblood
29. Edward L. Youngblood – pt. 2
30. Lionel Mosley
31. Jacqualine Narcise
32. Patrice Glover
33. Pamela Wright
34. Fred Berry (by phone)
35. Fred Berry (by phone) – pt. 2
36. Dr. Herb Wong (by phone)
37. The Indomitable Mrs. B (Francine Bellson)
38. The Indomitable Mrs. B (Francine Bellson) – pt. 2

Mrs. B & Roy Gray "admire attire" . . . (each other’s!)
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Tuesday, May 26th, 2009

Mrs. Bellson Radio Interview

"Jazz, Joy & Roy" - 7:00 pm (Pacific Time)

ICN Radio Station
[map]

Roy Gray interviews Mrs. Bellson about “The Sacred Music of Louie Bellson” CD on Roy’s program, "Jazz, Joy and Roy" which airs Tuesday, May 26, 2009 on “The International Christian Network” Radio Station. The show starts 7:00 pm, Pacific time and the Interview starts 7:30 pm.
Click: ICN Online –- http://www.theicn.com/online/pages/stations.php?stationID=113187
Click “TUNE IN” (button w/ orange letters). Wait about 15 secs for broadcast.


Ad for N. Calif. Memorial Service by Roy Gray

Click transmission tower to hear the ICN Radio ad on-air. > > >

Thursday, April 16th, 2009

Louie Bellson Honored in Japan

Japan's drummer Takeshi Takeuchi, who plays in a Benny Goodman style band, will perform a Salute/Tribute to Louie Bellson at the "Jazz Day Kasukabe" festival April 18 in Kasukabe City, Saitama. www.kasukabe-tmo.com (in Japanese only)

February 2009

Schedule of Funerals & Burial

Bel Air Presbyterian Church
16221 Mulholland Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Thurs Feb 26, 2009 . . . 4:00 pm Visitation . . . 5:00 pm Service
_______________________________________________________
Esterdahl Mortuary Ltd
6601 38th Avenue
Moline, IL 61265
Tues March 3, 2009 . . . 4:00 – 7:00 pm Visitation
_______________________________________________________
Bethel Assembly of God Church
3535 38th Avenue
Rock Island, IL 61201
Wed March 4, 2009 . . . 12:00 Visitation . . . 1:00 pm Service
_______________________________________________________

2009

Enhanced Q-C Museum Exhibit - Postponed

River Music Experience Museum

129 Main Street
Davenport, IA 52801
(563) 326-1333 [map]

A recent fan donation will significantly expand the Louie Bellson display at the Quad-Cities museum (Moline/Davenport, etc., Bellson's boyhood home).
(Details: TBA)

2009

Louie Bellson Heritage Days - Postponed

Harvest Time Bible Church Family Center

1802 Dixon Ave.
Rock Falls, IL 61071
[map]

July 10 - 12, 2009
The yearly observance continues in the city of Bellson's birth.
http://www.visitrockfalls.com
Contact: Gayla Kolb ..... coordinator@rockfallsdevelopment.org

Contributions
Payable: Louie Bellson Heritage Days (tax-deductible) Mail to:
Ms. Gayla Kolb
Louie Bellson Heritage Days
309 First Avenue
Rock Falls, IL 61071
(815) 626-8053 ext. 11
(Indicate whether your donation is for the event or for the memorial by writing "Event" or “Memorial” on the memo line of your check).

Sunday, December 14th, 2008

West Valley Jazz Orchestra - CANCELLED

West Valley Community College Theater - 4:00 pm

14000 Fruitvale Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070
(near Highways 85 & 17) [map]
Price: $20 at Door....Online: $15/$12

<----(click logo for Concert info).
Guest performer with the (professional) West Valley Jazz Orchestra playing many of the songs from Bellson's new CD. Exciting new souvenirs by Mrs. B.

Sunday, November 30th, 2008

"Knockout Parkinson Jazz & Blues Festival" - CANCELLED

Scottsdale Plaza Resort - 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

7200 N. Scottsdale Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
(480) 948-5000 (hotel) (480) 883-2002 (PNA) [map]
Price: $75

NOTICE: Due to tight economic times, the PNA was not able to engage Louie Bellson as they had hoped. However (especially for those of you in Arizona) if you'd like to help by attending or making a contribution, clickon to the following info.
The Parkinson Network of Arizona, a voluntary alliance, is dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by Parkinson's, through supporting the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center (MAPC) in Phoenix Arizona.
Event Info: Parkinson Network of Arizona

Wednesday, October 15th, 2008

Guest Performance at River Music Experience

River Music Experience (Museum) - 6:00 pm

129 Main Street
Davenport, IA 52801
[map]
Price: TBA

The Redstone Room
Visit the Bellson exhibit before the show. Latest souvenirs available at show.

In honor of his Quad-Cities boyhood roots, (Moline High, Class of ’42) Bellson will guest perform with the Manny Lopez Band!
Info & Tickets: www.RiverMusicExperience.org


Bellson inspects his display at the “River Music Experience” Museum.
(Right next to Bix!)

Tuesday, October 14th, 2008

"Meet & Greet" - Personal Appearance

West Music - 4:00 to 5:00 pm

4305 44th Avenue
Moline, IL 61265
(309) 764-9300 [map]
Price: free!


Shake hands, have photo taken with Mr. Bellson. Also, latest souvenirs available.

Friday, October 10th, 2008

"LOUIE BELLSON HERITAGE DAYS" . . . . Oct. 10 thru 12

Family Center, Harvest Time Baptist Church

1802 Dixon Avenue
Rock Falls, IL 61071
[map]


Celebration includes Concert, Banquet, Drum Competition and Souvenirs.
Also, museum exhibits and historical marker at Bellson's house of birth.
Contact: Gayla Kolb (815) 626-8053 . . . Oct 8 Newspaper Article. <--click

SCHEDULE
Fri Oct 10.....DINNER ("Meet & Greet")
Holiday Inn
5:30 social
6:00 - 8:00 dinner (reservations needed)

Sat Oct 11.....DRUM COMPETITION
Family Center
9:00 - 12:00

Sat Oct 11.....DRUM CLINIC (with Hannah Ford!)
Family Center
1:00 - 2:30

Sat Oct 11.....CONCERT (Bellson with the N.I.U. Jazz Ensemble!
under the direction of Ronald Carter)
Family Center
7:00 - 9:30

Sun Oct 12.....CHURCH SERVICE
Harvest Time Bible Church
10:50 - 12:30

Sun Oct 12.....BRUNCH
Rock River Country Club
10:50 - 12:30


Applause! Fans welcome Bellson as he approaches his 1924 birth house.

October 2008

Omaha Jazz Youth Orchestra - CANCELLED

Witherspoon Hall
Omaha, NE [map]


Appearance (& possible performance w/OJYO) jointly sponsored by Omaha Public Schools and the Omaha School of Music. (Michael Dryver, Director)

Tuesday, July 29th, 2008

Baptist World Youth Conference - CANCELLED

(conference attendees only)

Exhibition Center
Leipzig Germany [map]

July 29-Aug 6
Leipzig, Germany, (plus Paris stopover?)
(Late Note: Tour being revised)

Friday, April 25th, 2008

Las Vegas! - Personal Appearance at "EmbroidMe"

4:00 - 7:00 pm

8174 Las Vegas Blvd. So. Suite #107
Las Vegas, NV 89123
(702) 453-8004 [map]

Meet & Greet Louie Bellson. Your photo with Mr. Bellson, CDs, T-shirts and other high quality EmbroidMe apparel embroidered with the Bellson logo.
Hear/buy/discuss his latest CD, Louie & Clark Expedition 2 w/Clark Terry or the newly reissued Soul On Top w/James Brown. ... Hey!

Sunday, April 13th, 2008

Emmanuel Baptist Church

7:45 & 11:00 AM Services

467 N. White Rd.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 272-1360 [map]

Brother Bellson to perform with the choir at his church where he was baptized and married. After each service, come and greet Bellson for photos, CDs, etc. in the Family Life Center (bldg. next door).

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008

CD Release

Worldwide [map]

Official "Street-Date" release of new CD: "Louie & Clark Expedition 2"
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/bellson

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Photo (c) by F. Bellson

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