Flûte Champagne Bar Lovers

Dear Fluters,

Please join Verena McBee for an intimate evening of jazz standards in NYC's oldest speakeasy.
Come by for a glass of something, never a cover, musicians invited to sit in!

Born and raised in Northern Germany Verena McBee has been always connected to the arts.
Starting at age 7 she took piano lessons over 15 years in her hometown at the Conservatory of Osnabrueck and added the flute at age 14 and joined a local theater group.
In 1993 she studied classical music for teaching (piano & flute) & German language and literature at the "University Osnabrueck".
She finished in 1997
with her first State examination. While studying music in Osnabrueck, Verena auditioned for acting schools and was accepted in Hamburg at "Schule fuer Schauspiel" in 1997.
In the years of 2000-2006 Verena appeared as actress and vocalist under her maiden name Verena Gemsa in Hamburg, Munich, Vienna, Cologne, Brussels, Prisdina and NYC.
In 2004 she met her now husband Cecil McBee and moved to NYC in 2007. Inspired by the music of Sarah Vaughan Verena started studying Jazz Vocals with several different instructors, among them Brianna Thomas, Roberta Gambarini and Nicole Zuraitis.
Since 2009 she's appearing on the NYC jazz scene and has performed at "CORNELIA STREET CAFE", "JAZZ at KITANO", "METROPOLITAN ROOM", "GARAGE", "ZINC BAR", "The Cupping Room Cafe", "Shrine","Les Pescadeaux", "Nirvana", "5C Cafe", Antibes" and others places and also performed as guest vocalist w/"Transcendt" - The Cecil McBee Band, Hillsdale/NY and Harpers Ferry/ WV at the "Don Redman Heritage Award"-Concert '14 for and with Cecil McBee (& Billy Harper) & the 'Howard Burns Quartet'.
She has appeared with John Colianni, David Kikoski, Mark Soskin and John DiMartino on piano and also shared the stage as a guest with Cecil McBee, George Cables and Victor Lewis.
In January 2013 Verena produced her Debut Jazz album ( "Can't help it !") with her trio: Billy Test/Piano, Zwelakhe Duma F. Bell du Pere/Double Bass and Brian Woodruff/drums, which was released in September of 2013 and is available on this website, on CD Baby & on Amazon.
In 2018 "U-PHORIA", her 2nd album with all compositions by her husband jazz bassist Cecil McBee and her lyrics, was released in November.
Verena's band expanded to a Sextet with this production and features Gabriel Dowdy-Terracciano on Violin, Christian Contreras on Soprano & Tenor Saxophone, Billy Test on Piano, Zwelkahe-Duma F. Bell LePere on Bass & Jon DiFiore on Drums.

See you there!
Jeepee

Dear Fluters,

Please join Teri Roiger and John Menegon for an intimate evening of jazz standards in NYC's oldest speakeasy.
An American jazz musician, vocalist, pianist, songwriter, educator, and producer, Teri lives in New York City and also spends time in New York’s Hudson Valley. She began playing piano at age 5, and played church organ throughout her teens. When she discovered jazz in her early 20s – and soon after made her first demo with the legendary stride pianist, Butch Thompson – her musical path was set.
Teri has performed throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Europe, and has been a featured artist at the San Miguel Jazz Festival, Panama Jazz Festival, and Bolzano Jazz Festival. The depth of her experiences and love of jazz is apparent when she brings all of her talents to bear in her live performances, the recording studio, and through her moving lyrics and compositions.
Teri and John composed and scored the music for the documentary film BEYOND ICONIC (2011) about the renowned photographer Dennis Stock. Directed by Hanna Sawka, this acclaimed film premiered at festivals all over the world, and was one of the top ten finalists at the Sao Paulo Film Festival. In 2011 Roiger and Menegon formed a new production company called JAZZSTOCK, which has been very successful in presenting world-renowned jazz artists in Woodstock and throughout the Hudson Valley and continues to this day.

See you there!
Jeepee

Hello Fluters,

Join us every Monday for our traditional French happy hour Apéro, a fantastic opportunity to improve your meet new people, network, and perhaps even meet the French love of your life.
It's a French event but you are not required to speak French to attend !

Event Details:
Location: The legendary French-owned Flûte Midtown.
The term “apéro” refers both to the ritual of going out for a pre-dinner drink and the kind of drink you’d enjoy during that ritual. Naturally, this tradition was invented by the French.
Special Offers:

• Kir Royal special for $10
• Fresh Spring Rolls starting at $10 (four varieties available ranging from $12 to $15)

How to get the special offers: Mention French Meetup
Official language: Franglais. Strongly encouraged: French (if possible, in alexandrins).

Why You Should Join Us:

• Network: Bring your friends, your business cards, and your enthusiasm. Our goal is to connect with new members and catch up with our regular meetup family. Newcomers are always welcome, and all levels of French are accepted.
• Learn and Practice: Whether you’re a beginner or advanced speaker, everyone is welcome.
• Have Fun: Enjoy the chic and cozy atmosphere of Flûte Midtown, where French art de vivre meets New York City’s vibrant happy hour culture.

About the Venue:
Flûte Bar & Lounge opened in midtown Manhattan in 1997, taking over the space that once housed the notorious speakeasy, Club Intime. At Flûte Midtown, they bring champagne out of the nightclub VIP room and into the stylish, intimate setting of a New York lounge. It’s the perfect spot for champagne lovers, those looking for a great place to have drinks with friends, bring a date, toast a celebration, or relax with colleagues. In addition to champagne and sparkling wine, Flûte offers a full bar and a menu of specialty sparkling cocktails and small plates.

Practical Information:

• Age Requirement: 21+ with valid ID
• Entrance: Free, with a one drink minimum

RSVP now! Bring your French skills, friends, and business cards for a memorable evening !

See you soon,
Jean-Philippe

Dear Fluters,

Please join again Bruno Marmur for an intimate evening of jazz guitar in NYC's oldest speakeasy.

Come by for a glass of something, never a cover, musicians invited to sit in!

Benno Marmur is a highly sought after guitarist based in New York City. Benno has had the opportunity to perform at Mintons Playhouse in Harlem, Nublu, Ornithology, Jazz on Main, St. Peter’s Church among other venues.
Benno has had the opportunity to perform with Grant Stewart, Jimmy Madison, Warren Chanson, Clovis Nicolas, Erena Terakubo, Fukushi Tainiaka, and the New York Voices with the WPUNJ Big Band among others.
In addition to his active performance career, Benno maintains a rigorous teaching schedule and is currently on faculty at the 92nd St. Y in Manhattan.
Come raise a glass of champagne and soak in the art deco vibes.

See you there!
Jeepee