SF Digest: Interview with Thomas Lauderdale of Pink Martini & Much More

Exclusive Interview with Pink Martini Leader Thomas Lauderdale We were lucky enough to speak with Thomas Lauderdale, the leader of worldwide phenomenon Pink Martini, recently, and he did not disappoint.Our far-reaching conversation touched on the band's origins, the reason behind their numerous collaborations and even his possible mayoral aspirations -- someday, maybe.    Fest Five -- Board Member Kathryn Diamond Board member Kathryn Diamond has a long past with jazz. As founding member of KCBX, a non-profit jazz station in San Luis Obispo, she has plenty of reasons to be excited about Summer Fest. Here, she offers her short list, along with some worthwhile background on each pick.   "Jazz Out" This Week at Summer Fest   Summer Fest is this Friday, but if you want to get your jazz fix a bit early, there are events happening around downtown San Jose to whet your jazz appetite.    Guide to Jazz+ at Summer Fest   This year, we'll be presenting a number of world-class musicians in more intimate spaces later in the evening for a chance to see them in a more informal, club-like setting. In this guide, we offer an overview of the great acts we're offering as part of our new Jazz+ experience.    New Beginnings: Glimpses of Preservation Hall Jazz Band   It's hard to believe that after 50 years, Preservation Hall Jazz Band is still breaking new artistic ground. This year, they released That's It, their first album of all original material in the group's history. It's offered them the chance to spread the legacy of New Orleans jazz in a whole new context. Writer Laura G. Thorne explores the band's storied legacy and how this artistic shift has opened them to be discovered by a brand new audience.   Main Stage Premium Seats Now On Sale   Would you love a chance to see your favorite Main Stage artist up close and personal? Our premium seats, now available, will place you at the feet of some of the Fest's highest profile acts. You during the second stage of ticket check-out. Buy yours today before they sell out!   More Events Jazz Jam at the Hedley | Wed Aug 7 Dara Tucker | Fri Aug 9 Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic | Fri Aug 16 Cyrille Aimee & Diego Figueiredo | Thurs Aug 29 On the Blog:   A Man Apart: Exclusive Interview with Miles Bonny   Fest Five: Massimo, Marketing Director   Arturo O'Farrill: From A More Open World Cameo Fri Aug 9 @ 8pm Main Stage Preservation Hall Jazz Band Sun Aug 11 @ 7pm San Jose Rep Stage Arturo O'Farril & the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra Sat Aug 10 @ 9pm Verizon Swing Stage Jazz+ ticket required $20 advance & gate         J Boogie  Sat Aug 10 @ 11:30pm RBC Jazz Beyond Stage Legally Blue Sat Aug 10 @ 12pm YP Blues Stage Monterey Jazz Festival High School All-Star Band Sat Aug 10 @ 2pm Bank of the West Next Gen Stage Have a Question?  Ask the Jazz Doctor!   Award-winning, nationally-acclaimed jazz DJ Brad Stoneis back as our resident "jazz doctor." If you're wondering who you should see at Summer Fest or just want to talk jazz, drop him a line at jazzdoctor@sanjosejazz.org. Show Us YOUR Fest Five!     Who are the five artists you're most excited to see at Summer Fest? Feel free to share them with us by using our Fest hashtag - #sjjazzfest - on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

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