Make Music New York 2018 with The Benita Charles Trio!

Make Music New York 2018 with The Benita Charles Trio!

In celebration of the first day of summer, NY-vocalist, Benita Charles will present a special concert for the 12th annual Make Music New York festival on Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 5:00 pm at Clayton Williams Community Garden at 303 W. 126th Street (at Frederick Douglass Blvd.), in Harlem, New York City. (This is a free outdoor concert.)

At the show, Ms. Charles will present original music from her Moments In Love CD, her new single, Never Ever Give Up as well as songs from her favorite singers. The show will also feature musicians, Peter Archer on guitar and Cheo Rodriguez on percussions. For more information, visit: http://benitacharles.com

“I’m looking forward to bringing my music to the guests of the garden to spread joy!” – Benita Charles

About Make Music New York:

Make Music New York is a live, free musical celebration across the city that takes place each June 21st, the longest day of the year. On that day, hundreds of public spaces throughout the five boroughs become impromptu stages for over 5,000 free concerts.

For more information about Make Music New York, visit: http://makemusicny.org

*** Join us for an evening of great music, entertainment and good times! ***

Performance Details:

Thursday, June 21, 2018 - 5:00 pm

Make Music New York 2018

The Benita Charles Trio

Clayton Williams Community Garden

303 W. 126th Street (at Frederick Douglass Blvd.),

New York, NY 10026

The Benita Charles Trio

Make Music New York 2017!

MAKE MUSIC NEW YORK 2017

Dear Friends:

Happy Summer!! It's finally here.  My absolute favorite time of the year. Warm sunny days, longer nights and fun outdoors!  I hope you are having a great summer!!

In celebration of the first day of summer, I will present 2 special concerts for the 11th annual Make Music New York festival on Wednesday, June 21, 2017!  The concert is only days away and the excitement is building! It's an entire day of free music all over the city,

At 1:30 pm, I will present a fun-filled set at McKinley's Children's Garden in Jamaica Queens.  It's been a couple of years since I've played there.  This year they asked me back and I'm happy to return!  It's always a great time with the children.

At 5:00 pm, I will be in Harlem for a soulful set at Sisters Cuisine on 124th Street. Looking forward to rocking the crowd on the street!

About Make Music New York:


Make Music New York is a live, free musical celebration across the city that takes place each June 21, the longest day of the year. On that day, hundreds of public spaces throughout the five boroughs become impromptu stages for over 1,000 free concerts.

For more information about Make Music New York, visit: http://makemusicny.org

I look forward to seeing you at the concerts!

Much Love,

Benita Charles Music

"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!"

http://benitacharles.com


Performance Details:

Wednesday, June 21, 2017 - MAKE MUSIC NEW YORK 2017

McKinley's Children's Garden - 1:30 - 2:00 pm
108-56 Union Hall St, Jamaica, Queens
A large outdoor community garden in Jamaica, Queens.
(No cover)

NY-vocalist, Benita Charles presents a fun-fill set of original music, children's music and family- friendly fun.

Sister's Cuisine - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
47 East 124th Street

NY-vocalist, Benita Charles presents a soulful set of original music and covers for a crowd- pleasing set in the park! You won't want to miss the fun with Peter Archer on guitar and Chao on percussions.

For more information about Make Music New York, visit: http://makemusicny.org/

https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/benita-charles/id200276662

MAKE MUSIC NEW YORK 2016 - June 21st!

MAKE MUSIC NEW YORK 2016

Dear Friends:

Happy Summer!! It's finally here.  My absolute favorite time of the year. Warm sunny days, longer nights and fun outdoors!  I hope you are having a great summer!!

In celebration of the first day of summer, I will present 3 special concerts for the 10th annual Make Music New York festival on Tuesday, June 21, 2016!  The concert is only days away and the excitement is building! It's an entire day of free music all over the city,

At 12:00 pm, I will present a fun-filled set at McKinley's Children's Garden in Jamaica Queens.  It's been a couple of years since I've played there.  This year they asked me back and I'm happy to return!  It's always a great time with the children.

At 4:00 pm, I will be in Harlem for a soulful set at for Mothership Connection Show at  Jackie Robinson Park at 145th Street in Harlem. This is the first year I'm joining the Mothership show in the park.  I'm looking forward to rocking the crowd in the park!

At 6:00 pm, I will be at Mist for Uptown Funk in Harlem on 116th street for a showstopping set of original music and songs from my favorite singers with The Benita Charles Trio (feat. Peter Archer on guitar and Chao on percussions). It's a great way to end the evening on such a monumental event!


About Make Music New York:


Make Music New York is a live, free musical celebration across the city that takes place each June 21, the longest day of the year. On that day, hundreds of public spaces throughout the five boroughs become impromptu stages for over 1,000 free concerts.


For more information about Make Music New York, visit: http://makemusicny.org


I look forward to seeing you at the concerts!


Much Love,


Benita Charles Music


"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!"


http://benitacharles.com


Performance Details:


Tuesday, June 21, 2016 - MAKE MUSIC NEW YORK 2016

McKinley's Children's Garden - 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
108-56 Union Hall St, Jamaica, Queens
A large outdoor community garden in Jamaica, Queens.
(No cover)

NY-vocalist, Benita Charles presents a fun-fill set of original music, children's music and family- friendly fun.

***

The Mothership Connection Show - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Jackie Robinson Park (145th Street), 145th Street at Edgecombe Ave.

NY-vocalist, Benita Charles presents a soulful set of original music and covers for a crowd- pleasing set in the park! You won't want to miss the fun.

***

Uptown Funk at Mist in Harlem - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

46 W 116th Street

The Benita Charles Trio presents a showstopping set of original music and songs from NY-vocalist, Benita Charles' favorite singers with Peter Archer on guitar and Chao on percussions.

For more information about Make Music New York, visit: http://makemusicny.org/

http://benitacharles.com

Make Music New York 2016

MAKE MUSIC NEW YORK 2016

Dear Friends:


Happy Summer!! It's finally here.  My absolute favorite time of the year. Warm sunny days, longer nights and fun outdoors!  I hope you have a great summer!!


In celebration of the first day of summer, I will present 3 special concerts for the 10th annual Make Music New York festival on Tuesday, June 21, 2015!

At 12:00 pm, I will present a fun-filled set at McKinley's Children's Garden in Jamaica Queens.  It's been a couple of years since I've played there.  This year they asked for me back and I'm happy to return!  It's always a great time with the children.

At 4:00 pm, I will be in Harlem for soulful set at for Mothership Connection Show at  Jackie Robinson Park, This is the first year I'm joining the Mothership show.  I'm looking forward to rocking the crowd in the park!

At 6:00 pm, I will be at Mist for Uptown Funk in Harlem on 116th street for a showstopping set of original music and songs from my favorite singers with my guitarist, Peter Archer and percussion. It's a great way to end the evening on such a monumental event!


About Make Music New York:


Make Music New York is a live, free musical celebration across the city that takes place each June 21, the longest day of the year. On that day, hundreds of public spaces throughout the five boroughs become impromptu stages for over 1,000 free concerts.


For more information about Make Music New York, visit: http://makemusicny.org


I look forward to seeing you at the concert!


Much Love,


Benita Charles Music


"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!"


http://benitacharles.com


Performance Details:


Tuesday, June 21, 2016 - MAKE MUSIC NEW YORK 2016

McKinley's Children's Garden - 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
108-56 Union Hall St, Jamaica, Queens
A large outdoor community garden in Jamaica, Queens.
(No cover)

NY-vocalist, Benita Charles presents a fun-fill set of original music, children's songs and family friendly fun.

***

The Mothership Connection Show - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Jackie Robinson Park (145th Street), 145th Street at Edgecombe Ave.

NY-vocalist, Benita Charles presents a soulful set of original music and covers for a crowd pleasing set in the park! You won't want to miss the fun.

***

Uptown Funk at Mist in Harlem - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

46 W 116th Street

NY-vocalist, Benita Charles presents a showstopping set of original music and songs from my favorite singers with my guitarist, Peter Archer and percussion.

For more information about Make Music New York, visit: http://makemusicny.org/

 

Thanks for attending the Make Music New York 2015 at Rivers Run Community Garden (Bronx)

Today couldn't be more awesome if I imagined it! First, I got to the venue over an hour early because I didn't know how long it was going to take me to get. Immediately, the host/mc told me she was so happy I showed up early because over half the artists on the roster didn't show up and a lot of the audience left. She told me I had to go on right away with my tracks. She apologized to me but I told her it wasn't the first time that has happened to me, (lol) I graciously took the stage and sang 3 songs from Moments In Love and I closed with my new song, Never, Ever Give Up (co-written with the lovely Jean Wiltz) and it was a huge hit!! It was so great that they want me back to perform in the garden for a longer set and I will be the headliner!

Wow!! I did not expect this. Everyone was so gracious and the audience was right with me. Considering there was only one person in the audience who knew me (a fellow Toastmaster). It was unbelievable!! I will keep you posted when I'll return.

The power of music never cease to amaze me!!

--- Benita Charles Music

"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!"

benitacharles.com

Make Music New York 2015 - June 21, 2015

Dear Friends:

Happy Summer!! It's finally here.  My absolute favorite time of the year. Warm sunny days, longer nights and fun outdoors!  I hope you have a great summer!!

In celebration of the first day of summer, I will present a special concert for the 9th annual Make Music New York festival on Sunday, June 21, 2015 at 5:30 pm at Rivers Run Community Garden (Co-op City Blvd, Bronx). I will present original music and songs from my favorite singers with my guitarist, Peter Archer. It is so nice to sing in a tranquil garden and I'm very excited to perform for a new audience. (This is a free outdoor concert.)

About Make Music New York:

Make Music New York is a live, free musical celebration across the city that takes place each June 21, the longest day of the year. On that day, hundreds of public spaces throughout the five boroughs become impromptu stages for over 1,000 free concerts.

For more information about Make Music New York, visit: http://makemusicny.org

I look forward to seeing you at the concert!

Much Love,

Benita Charles Music

"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!"

benitacharles.com

Performance Details:

Sunday, June 21, 2015
Make Music New York 2015
Rivers Run Community Garden
Co-op City Blvd, Bronx, NY 10475
(No cover)

NY-vocalist, Benita Charles presents a soulful set of original music and all-time favorites at the 9th annual Make Music New York with her guitarist, Peter Archer at Rivers Run Community Garden in Co-op City in The Bronx. (This is a free concert)

For more information about Make Music New York, visit: http://makemusicny.org/

Due to the weather forecast, the June 21st concert in the garden has been moved to the auditorium (177 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475, 2nd floor).

Driving directions:

For the North – Westchester and CT – I-95 - S
Take exit 11 toward Bartow Ave/Co - Op City Blvd
Merge onto Edson Ave
Turn left at Bartow Ave
Turn left at Baychester Ave
Turn right at Co Op City Blvd
Turn right at Dreiser Loop  - Destination will be on the left

From the South – Manhattan & Brooklyn – I-95 N
Take exit 13 toward Conner St
Turn right at Tillotson Ave
Slight right at Baychester Ave
Turn left at Co Op City Blvd
Turn right at Dreiser Loop - Destination will be on the left

Happy May: Upcoming Performances!

Happy May 1st! It's definitely spring time.  I hope you're enjoying this lovely weather. Can't you smell the love in the air and feel the warm breeze!

This month, Preachermann and The Revival is back at The Shrine in Harlem on Saturday, May 9th at 10:00 pm.  We hope you share this soulful musical journey with us.  You have to see it to believe it.

Next month on June 21st, I will present my annual Make Music New York concert at Rivers Run Community Garden in Co-op City in The Bronx. This will be a fun outdoor concert and it's free. Come join the fun.

For more information about the 9th annual Make Music New York event, visit: http://makemusicny.org/

That's all for now. Take care 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


Performance Details:

Saturday, May 9, 2015 - 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
(212) 690-7807
http://shrinenyc.com

Preachermann and The Revival returns to The Shrine for a soulful set of atomic soul at the legendary venue!

Join us for a night of music that feeds the soul. You have to see it to believe it.

For more information, visit http://preachermann.com

The Preachermann and The Revival Band:

Ed Preachermann Holley, lead vocals
Benita Charles, background vocals
Ari Kessler, piano
Paul Paldino, bass
Joe Paldino, guitar
Nick Paldino, guitar
Karl Watson, saxophone, violin
Manny Montanez, percussion
Tom Pope, drums

Sunday, June 21, 2015 - 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Make Music New York
The Benita Charles Trio
Rivers Run Community Garden
Co-op City Blvd, Bronx, NY 10475

The Benita Charles Trio presents a soulful set of original music and all-time favorites at the 9th annual Make Music New York at Rivers Run Community Garden in Co-op City in The Bronx. (This is a free concert)

More details to come.



  

Benita Charles is featured on NY1 News for Make Music New York @ McKinley's Children's Garden

The Make Music New York concert at McKinley's Children's Garden was a huge success.

Here's my 15 minutes of Fame to prove it!

Queens Garden Puts On Summer Solstice Concert - NY1.com

Enjoy,

Benita Charles Music
benitacharles.com