Dear Friends:
Happy November! Fall is officially here. I hope you're enjoying the cool, crisp weather. This is the time to be grateful for life, family and friends. I am definitely grateful for you.
A friendly reminder to vote on Tuesday, November 4th. This is an important election as it determines the congressional seats. Your vote counts!
Also, a reminder to fall back this weekend. Set your clocks back one hour today.
I have some exciting shows coming up for the fall that I'd like to share with you:
On Wednesday, November 12th, I am excited to present, "Benita Charles Unplugged" at the French-Canadian restaurant, Le Pescadeux in SOHO. The show chronicles my musical journey with original music and my all-time favorite songs. It's going to be so much fun. I'd love to share this experience with you. The show starts at 7 pm and runs until 10 pm. Come out and enjoy the show with a delicious meal.
On Saturday, December 6th, I am the opening act for The Preachermann and The Revival Birthday Concert at The Shrine in Harlem. My set (Benita Charles and Friends Band) starts at 9 pm and Preachermann and The Revival starts at 10 pm. This is huge and I'm so honored to open for Preachermann, one of the most soulful and dynamic performers of our time.
It's going to be an epic night of great live music, entertainment and good friends. I will be performing music from my CD, Moments In Love, my upcoming EP, Lessons as well as songs from some of my favorite singers with my band, The Benita Charles and Friends Band. I hope you can join us.
On Tuesday, December 16th, I will present my 6th annual, The Benita Charles and Friends Holiday Show/Toy Drive 2014 benefiting the Marines Toys for Tots organization at the exquisite Silvana in Harlem at 9:00 pm. This show is near and dear to my heart as the toys we collect will help spread holiday cheer to children in need. The marines will be on hand to collect the toys at the show. Bring an unwrapped toy for a boy or a girl. Let's spread holiday cheer together.
Thanks so much and I hope to see you at the shows!
Much love,
Benita Charles Music
"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!"
http://benitacharles.com
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Performance Details:
Wednesday, November 12, 2014 - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
"Benita Charles Unplugged" featuring The Benita Charles Trio
Le Pescadeux (between Prince and Spring on East side of Thompson)
New York, NY 10012
212-966-0021
http://www.lepescadeuxnyc.com
"Benita Charles Unplugged" is a show that chronicles the musical journey of NY-vocalist, Benita Charles. The will feature original music by Benita Charles as well as her all-time favorite songs of her musical journey. The show also features musicians Peter Archer (guitar) and Manny Montanez (percussion).
For more information about Benita's music, visit:
http://itunes.apple.com/ie/artist/benita-charles/id200276662
Join us for a night of good friends, great music and delicious food.
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Saturday, December 6, 2014 - 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Benita Charles and Friends Band
Shrine Bar and Restaurant
2271 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd (134th Street)
New York, NY 10030
No cover
(212) 690-7807
http://shrinenyc.com
(no cover)
Benita Charles and Friends presents a soulful set at the legendary Harlem hot spot, The Shrine. At the show, Benita will perform music from her CD, Moments In Love, her upcoming EP, Lessons as well as songs from some of her favorite singers with her band, The Benita Charles and Friends Band.
For more information, visit:
http://benitacharles.com.
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Saturday, December 6, 2014 - 10:00 pm - 12:00 am
Preachermann and The Revival
Shrine Bar and Restaurant
2271 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd (134th Street)
New York, NY 10030
No cover
(212) 690-7807
http://shrinenyc.com
(No cover)
Preachermann and The Revival returns to The Shrine for a special birthday concert and soulful set of atomic soul at this Harlem hot spot! Come to the show share this special moment with Preachermann and his band, The Revival! It will be a funky good, party of great soulful music, good friends and good vibes.
For more information about Preachermann, visit:
http://preachermann.com.
Join us for a special night of love, life and music!
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Tuesday, December 16, 2014 - 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Benita Charles and Friends Holiday Show/Toy Drive 2014
Silvana
300 W 116th St.(between Manhattan Ave and 8th Ave)
New York, NY 10026
(646) 692-4935
http://silvana-nyc.com
Benita Charles and Friends Band performs holiday favorites, R&B, jazz and original music to spread holiday cheer for the sixth annual holiday show to benefit the Marine Corps Toys for Tots charity organization. Join us for a night of fun and great music all for a great cause. All attendees are requested to bring an unwrapped toy for a boy or a girl to the show.
The Toys for Tots program is dedicated to helping less fortunate children throughout the New York area experience the joy of the holiday season. Benita Charles and Friends are honored and proud to partner with the U.S. Marine Corps in this endeavor to serve and improve our local community. For more information, visit:
http://brooklyn-ny.toysfortots.org/
I hope to see you at the show. Together, we can make this the best toy drive ever!!
To RSVP for the Benita Charles and Friends Holiday Show/Toy Drive 2014, send email to
starent99@hotmail.com or call (212) 802-9249.
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