The COVID-19 pandemic has cast a shadow over majority of the sectors, especially performance artists and session musicians alike. Harry’s, a foremost proponent of jazz music here in Singapore, will be taking the lead to support local musicians. It will be spearheading two virtual jazz concerts happening on 13 June and 27 June 2020 respectively.
Celebrating the best of Singapore jazz and showing its support for the local music scene, beloved neighbourhood bar and restaurant Harry’s will play host to local jazz sensation and seasoned music veteran, Alemay Fernandez, for both sessions. View the live-stream here.
In addition to music, fans can also seek to relive the Harry’s experience—something that we all miss dearly—from the comfort of home with the bar’s island-wide delivery and takeaway menu. Encompassing all the favourites from Harry’s signature mains, sharing platters and more. To make it even more enticing? Diners can enjoy 20% off all food orders.
Harry’s Began as a Jazz Bar in 1992
When Harry’s was first introduced back in 1992 along bustling Boat Quay, they began as an intimate jazz bar churning out solid jazz acts week in and week out, alongside a repertoire of delicious food and impressionable drinks. Their iconic outlet introduced over a million customers to well-known music acts from around the world. It has even been touted as an institution for performers and lovers of jazz!
A tribute to the old days, Harry’s will be showcasing the best of Singapore jazz via live-stream on their Facebook page on 13 and 27 June 2020 from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The live-stream will be featuring one of Singapore’s most celebrated jazz sensations, Alemay Fernandez alongside another well-loved jazz singer, Richard Jackson.
Alemay Fernandez
Known for her sultry tone and powerhouse vocals, Fernandez tours internationally and has headlined at notable jazz venues and festivals; including Birdland Jazz Club in New York, an honour only select Asian jazz artists have had. Closer to home, Alemay has performed with Singapore Symphony Orchestra, as well as Jazz Association of Singapore Orchestras. She also makes regular appearances at the concerts of her mentors and Cultural Medallion recipients, “Mad Chinaman” Dick Lee, and Singapore’s “King of Swing”, Jeremy Monteiro.
Saturday Swing (13 June)
Enjoy classic standards from jazz icons such as Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole and Frank Sinatra as Alemay Fernandez teams up with keyboardist, Chok Kerong, a veteran musician and versatile one at that who’s just an absolute beast on the piano and organ.
Chok’s compositions and arrangements have been performed by luminaries like Jeremy Monteiro, Rani Singam, T’ang Quartet and the Singapore Wind Symphony. In 2017, he wrote Disquiet, commissioned by the Singapore Symphony Group for the Victoria Concert Hall Organ Series. His compositions for an 11-piece chamber ensemble were featured in Hong Kong. He also wrote Sketches of Miles, commissioned by Jazz Association of Singapore. Most recently, Chok presented PITCH, his second chamber ensemble project, featuring new compositions that meld 20th-century chromaticism, soul, swing and Brazilian music.
Weekend Chill (27 June)
Exuding chill vibes and eclectic blues numbers, catch Fernandez with guitarist, Anson Fung, as they present a series of Bossa nova and blues numbers from Antônio Carlos Jobim, Etta James and Nancy Wilson.
Self-taught since age 15, Fung is a hugely talented, cross-genre guitarist who has performed with many notable names, including jazz luminaries, Benny Golson and Jeremy Monteiro. He currently leads, manages and performs alongside rhythm and blues act, Grind Effect; blues band, The Blues Initiative; and jazz acts Anson Fung Organ Trio, Guitar Trio and Quartet.
At Home With Harry’s
Complete your virtual jazz experience with Harry’s assortment of signature nosh and drinks.
Diners can enjoy 20% off all food orders and dig into all-time favourites i.e. Harry’s Jazz Burger, Prawn & Seaweed Aglio Olio, and a selection of pizzas, pasta, bento sets and sharing platters.
Feeling thirsty? Viewers can also put a little extra swing into their evening. Order from a selection of bottled beers, wines and spirits, including full and half bottles of Chivas 12Y and 18Y! Deliveries and takeaways are available daily from 10 AM to 10 PM.
“This is a trying time for many industries, and our homegrown musicians are not spared. We want to play our part by supporting these artists in need. And in the same spirit, provide some much-needed entertainment for jazz lovers in Singapore and beyond,” says Nasen Thiagarajan, CEO of Harry’s International.
When:
“Saturday Swing” – 13 June 2020 (Saturday), 8.30PM – 9.30PM
“Weekend Chill” – 27 June 2020 (Saturday), 8.30PM – 9PM
Where: Home Sweet Home
Where To Watch:
Harry’s Singapore’s Facebook Page
More Information:
Harry’s Singapore
All photos are credits to Harry’s Singapore.
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