Linda Solotaire, Chanteuse

Rank #1 Evanston, IL Jazz / jazz vocals / blues / pop / cabaret...

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Members: Linda Solotaire.vocals, Stu Greenspan.guitar, John W. Lauler.bass & other fine Chicago musicians

Sounds Like: Peggy Lee (Norma Delores Egstrom), Sarah Vaughn, Judy Garland, Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald

Label: Indie

Manager: Linda Solotaire

Bio: Linda Solotaire is a jazz vocalist and leader with The Linda Solotaire Quartet She also performs an eclectic repertoire as half of a duet with guitarist / bassist Stu Greenspan.

Linda studied voice, music, dance and acting with notable teachers including, for acting, William Hickey at HB Studio... See Full Bio

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Linda Solotaire, Chanteuse has a show on 06/20/2013 at 08:00 PM @ E... in Chicago, IL http://www.reverbnation.com/c./poni/207970458 #concert

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“...Thank you so much for the wonderful performance last night. Your reading of the Johnny Mercer lyrics was done with such a beautiful artistic sensitivity, and your narrations on the personal side of Johnny Mercer were quite informative, to say the least....High compliments go out to your band also, John, Stu, and Michael. My two friends really had a great time too-they are musicians also. In closing Thank You again Linda for inviting me to last night's event. I will catch you at Pete Millers and bring some friends to come out and support you.”

— J. Bottoms, FB Testimonial

“Absolutely amazing show at Open Door Theater by Linda Solotaire Quartet. One of the most solid jazz shows. Jazz that is straight-ahead yet cultivated to taste, is so rare! This group nails tradition while playing with depth of feeling. Great musicians in the band and incredible stories in between songs. From the bass on "Autumn Leaves" to the insight into the life and work of Johnny Mercer, to the horn solos, to the guitar arrangements, this was musical insight beyond intellectualism and in the flesh.”

— H. Frank, FB Testimonial

“Absolutely without question we were blown away! "We were totally entranced with Linda's performance the entire evening. The voice of an angel! True showmanship and professional. Not to mention beautiful both inside and out. We can't wait to host another party and have Linda perform again for us our family and friends. Thank you again Linda!"”

— Cindy, B., Gig Salad

"Very engaging and lively with listeners!!! Great performance and personable..."

— Zung D., Gig Salad

“Standards offered with pathos, sexuality, and grace "Ms. Solotaire serves songs--mostly standards, with some contemporary and new work thrown in (the last which we hope to hear more of)--as if she were serving you a beautiful meal she had made, in which the complements are as luscious as the main dish--while remaining complements. I am writing of the underlying interplay of feeling in the songs, which Ms. Solotaire brings out with her voice, her phrasing, her expressions, her grace at the microphone. When there is happiness in a song, there is also a beautiful sort of loss. When there is loss, the person is still there, somewhere. If you are a child, she is a good fairy; if a man, she is a lover whose longing and desire you could cure if everything were different; if you are a woman, she is offering you the deepest feelings and ironies you could experience. Come just to listen to her over-the-top vulnerable performance of "Come Rain or Come Shine." ”

— Anthony N., Gig Sald

“Linda sings from the heart. "She's a cool, sophisticated, and a gifted performer. Linda sings like an exotic bird and presents her material in the grand tradition of a sultry night club cabaret. Support Linda by enjoying an evening of song and romance. You won't leave before the encore!”

— Jack D., Gig Salad

"Great show, would recommend to anyone looking to have a classy night out on the town."

— MS from Evanston, Fan

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Thu
Jun 20

Edgewater Beach Cafe
Chicago, IL, US | 8:00pm
Edgewater Beach Cafe
Chicago, IL, US
Thu Jun 20 8:00pm
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The Linda Solotaire Quartet Linda Solotaire . vocals, Stu Greenspan . guitar, John W. Lauler . bass & Steve Strunk . drums and special guests! Every third Thursday! Delicious French-Continental cuisine. http://edgewaterbeachcafe.com/Menu.html Easy parking. Free in front of the building, or $3 in the underground garage (access from Sheridan).
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Jun 27

Pete Miller's Evanston
Evanston, IL, US | 6:00pm
Pete Miller's Evanston
Evanston, IL, US
Thu Jun 27 6:00pm
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Linda Solotaire @ Pete Miller's Seafood & Steak
Fri
Jun 28

Pete Miller's Evanston
Evanston, IL, US | 8:00pm
Pete Miller's Evanston
Evanston, IL, US
Fri Jun 28 8:00pm
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Linda Solotaire @ Pete Miller's Seafood & Steak 8pm-Midnight
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Jun 29

Pete Miller's Evanston
Evanston, IL, US | 8:00pm
Pete Miller's Evanston
Evanston, IL, US
Sat Jun 29 8:00pm
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Linda Solotaire @ Pete Miller's Seafood & Steak 8pm-Midnight
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Jul 14

Edgewater Beach Cafe
Chicago, IL, US | 11:30am
Edgewater Beach Cafe
Chicago, IL, US
Sun Jul 14 11:30am
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Second Sunday's Jazz Brunch Series with Linda Solotaire . Vocals and Stu Greenspan . Guitar & Bass Second Sunday's is always an 11:30am start. Jazz Brunch at the Edgewater Beach Cafe has always been yummy - its a chill vibe, and lovely way to end/start your week off right. Please call 773.275.4141 to make a reservation. PARKING is available in the garage under the building for just $3.00. The Edgewater Beach Cafe is the restaurant in the big pink hotel at the end of LSD on Bryn Mawr and Sheridan. The food is delicious, (or just come for cocktails) and it's a lovely place; white tablecloths, a comfy vibe and sultry tunes with a bit of humor. Brunch Sets begin at 11:30am, and there is never a cover. http://www.edgewaterbeachc/ afe.com/Welcome.html

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Lester T. Nightfly
Sounds Great!
Bonnie Logan
Excellent vocals and style! Fantastic arrangement of Cole Porter's "Night and Day!" All the best to you! :)
J Wildd
Definitely a pleasure rolling through, hard work is always appreciated...
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BINETTI
Hello, I'm listening your songs for the first time and I really get positive vibrations for my soul. Thanks for sharing here. Jean-Chris from Paris / Berlin

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Q: As a jazz artist today, what do u find to be the most challenging obstacles to overcome?

A: Self promotion, being my own agent. It’s easy to write or talk about someone else’s achievements - it’s hard to toot ones own horn without feeling self conscious and uncomfortably egocentric. There are always the feelings of self doubt, the vague sense of being an impostor or something. If you have a second, Chicago Jazz Magazine recently published this "Getting To Know Vocalist Linda Solotaire" - let me know what you think. xx http://issuu.com/chicagojazzmagazine/docs/weeklynewsletter_01_01_13/49

Asked by Bubbojones. Answered on Tue Jan 08 2013

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