Benita Charles & Friends: Moments In Love - 2/17/13

Dear Friends:

Happy February! I hope you’re staying warm in this bitter cold weather and staying well during this flu season.

Today is Super Bowl Sunday!!  Who are you cheering for – SF 49ers or Baltimore Ravens? It’s going to be an exciting game!

I have a couple of performances that I’d like to invite you to: Moments & Love 2013 (February) and the Preachermann & Revival show (March). I hope you can join me for these performances.

On Sunday, February 17^th, please join me for Benita Charles & Friends: Moments In Love 2013 at Bar Thalia - Symphony Space (2537 Broadway at 95th St in Manhattan, NYC) in honor of Valentine’s Day.  Bring your special valentine for a romantic evening.  If you don't have a valentine, who knows?  You may find that special valentine! :) It will be an evening of love, great music, good food and great entertainment!!

On Friday, March 8^th, Preachermann and the Revival Band will perform a soulful set at the legendary Shrine Bar & Restaurant in Harlem. If you missed the show in January, here’s your chance to catch one of the hottest shows in the city.  Come and let the music set you free!

Take care and I hope to see you at the shows!

Much Love,

Benita Charles

http://benitacharles.com

“Spreading love for your inspiration and entertainment!”

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Performance Details:

Sunday, February 17, 2013 - 8:00 pm

"Moments In Love 2013" starring Benita Charles

Bar Thalia at Symphony Space

2537 Broadway (at 95th Street)

New York, NY 10025

Cost: No cover

                                                                                        

New York vocalist, Benita Charles celebrates love in her one-woman show, "Moments In Love!"

Ms. Charles will sing from selections of her debut CD, "Moments In Love: Volume 1" as well as other favorites as she explores the various aspects of love. The show will feature her band, The Benita Charles & Friends Band. Singer, Christi Gehrisch will be the featured opening act.

Bring your valentine and enjoy an evening of love, music, entertainment, great food and great friends. If you don't have a valentine, come to the show. Who knows? You just might find your special valentine!

To RSVP, send email to starent99@hotmail. com or call (212) 802-9249 / http://benitacharles.com.

Benita Charles & Friends Band:

Benita Charles, lead vocals

Christi Gehrisch, vocals

Peter Archer, guitar

Manny Montanez, percussion

To purchase "Moments In Love: Volume 1," visit: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/benitacharles4

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Friday, March 8, 2013 – 10:00 pm

Preachermann & The Revival

Shrine Bar & Restaurant

2271 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd (134^th Street)

New York, NY 10030

(212) 690-7807

http://shrinenyc.com

Preachermann & The Revival perform a soulful set at this Harlem hot spot!

For more information about Preachermann, visit: http://facebook.com/Preachermannmusic.

The Preachermann & The Revival Band:

Ed Preachermann Holley, lead vocals

Benita Charles ("Motown Mama"), background vocals

Christi Gehrisch ("Buckeyed Beauty"), background vocals

Harris Punyon ("Velvet Technician/Agent Charlie Chocolate), background vocals, piano

Paul Paldino ("The Young Funkmaster), bass

Joe Paldino ("Clean Papa Joe"), guitar

Nick Paldino (“Mr. Soul Fly”), guitar

Karl Watson ("The Rock"), saxophone, violin

Tom Pope ("The Pope of Brooklyn"), drums

Upcoming Performance - 1/11/13

Dear Friends:

I hope 2013 is treating you well so far.  I have a great feeling about this year.  I hope it’s good for you.

My first performance of the year is with Preachermann & The Revival this Friday (Jan 11^th) at the legendary Shrine in Harlem at 10:00 pm.  If you missed us last month, here’s your chance to catch one of the hottest shows in the city.  You have to experience it to believe it.  I hope to see you there!

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

“Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!”

http://benitacharles.com

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Performance Details:

Friday, January 11, 2013 – 10:00 pm – 12:00 am

Preachermann & The Revival

Shrine Bar & Restaurant 2271 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd (137th Street) New York, NY 10030

Preachermann & The Revival perform a soulful set at this Harlem hot spot!

For more information about Preachermann, visit: http://www.facebook.com/Preachermannmusic

The Preachermann & The Revival Band:

Ed Preachermann Holley, lead vocals
Benita Charles ("Motown Mama"), background vocals
Christi Gehrisch ("Buckeyed Beauty"), background vocals
Harris Punyon ("Velvet Technician/Agent Charlie Chocolate), background vocals, piano
Paul Paldino ("The Young Funkmaster), bass
Joe Paldino ("Clean Papa Joe"), guitar

Nick Paldino (“Mr. Soul Fly”), guitar
Karl Watson ("The Rock"), saxophone, violin
Tom Pope ("The Pope of Brooklyn"), drums

Happy New Year from Benita Charles Music!

Dear Friends:

Happy New Year - 2013!!! I wish you and yours a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. May all your dreams come true!

Thank you so much for your continued support of my creative endeavors. There will be more exciting events and new music this year! I'll keep you posted.

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

Spreading love through music for your inspiration & entertainment!

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AS I CLOSE THE DOOR

Dear Lord, as I close the door on the old year, I ponder the things I've done... the things I've said and the joys I've had I wonder, have I lost or won?

I've thought of new friends I have made, and the old ones, staunch and true... the paths of the old year made easier, Lord, because I have walked them with You

I think of all the many times, when my burdens were so heavy to bear, and how my faith slipped away from me but somehow You were always there

Now, as I open the door to this New Year, and carefully peep inside, I wonder what it holds for me... but I'll throw the door open wide.

Whatever it brings to me and mine, I'll meet it with a heart so true... I know that, Lord, whatever it may be, You'll be there to carry me through!

--Merrei Thompson

What are you doing New Year's Eve?

Dear Friends:

The holiday season is winding down and we're only days away until the new year. Have you started your New Year's Resolutions yet? Resolutions are a good way to start off the new year! Good luck!!

Are you looking for something to do on New Year's Eve? Ring in the new year with The Pocket Change Band at The Bayou Restaurant in Mt. Vernon at 9:00 pm.  Enjoy your favorite Motown, Disco and pop songs for a night of great fun, scrumptious food and good friends. Hope to see you there!!

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com

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Performance Details:

Monday, December 31, 2012 - 9:00 pm

Pocket Change Band
The Bayou Restaurant
580 Gramatan Avenue,
Mount Vernon, NY, 10552
Cost:  $60 Per Person (includes dinner 4-course dinner) /$10 cover for bar only
914-668-2634
http://www.bayourestaurantny.com/

Make your reservations now for the 9pm seating for Pocket Change's New Year's Eve Bash! Let's ring in what's to be a great 2013 together!!

At the 9pm seating you will be served a 4 course dinner including only our finest menu selections plus some great specials. Champagne Toast included at Midnight. Hats, Beads & Noisemakers will all be provided.

$60 Per Person plus tax and gratuity. Just wanna hang at the bar? Only a $10 cover will get you in!! Join us for a night to remember!

Wishing you and yours a happy holiday season and a prosperous New Year!

Pocket Change Band
Benita Charles, vocals
Ed Holley, vocals
Christi Gehrisch, vocals
Harris Punyon, vocals & piano
Paul Paldino, bass
Joe Paldino, guitar
Rob Goldmark, drums

Band website: http://www.pocketchangeband.com 

Ring in the new year with The Pocket Change Band!

Happy Holidays from Benita Charles Music!

Dear Friends:

Happy Holidays! I wish you and yours a very safe and joyous season.

Thank you so much for your interest and support of my music and creative projects in 2012. Your encouragement, attendance of my performances and purchase of my music mean the world to me.

Take care and enjoy the season.

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

Spreading love through music for your inspiration & entertainment!

benitacharles.com

BC&F Holiday Show 2012 a huge success!

Dear Friends:

A special thank you to all who attended the Benita Charles & Friends Holiday Show/Toy Drive 2012 in person and online. Thank you for your generous donation of toys.  We had triple the amount of toys this year.  It was truly amazing! I'd like to especially thank the Marine Corps staff who attended and pick up the toys: Gunner Sgt. Anderson and Sgt. Casey.

If you missed the concert, it is available on my Ustream channel at the following URL:
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/benita-charles-music

Also, there was a really nice write up about our show on The Detroit Hub:
http://blog.thedetroithub.com/2012/12/16/native-detroiter-brings-relief-to-hurricane-sandy-victims-through-music/

Thank you again for all of your support!

I hope you and your family have a very Happy Holidays!

Much Love,

Benita Charles
Music

http://benitacharles.com

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

Happy Holidays!!!

Benita Charles & Friends Holiday Show/Toy Drive 2012

Dear Friends:

Happy Holidays!  The holiday season is upon us and I hope you have a delightful and joyous season!

In celebration of the holiday, I am presenting my fourth annual Toys for Tots benefit concert next Sunday, December 16th at Bar Thalia - Symphony Space at 8:00 pm.

I hope you can join me at my show, the Benita Charles & Friends Holiday Show/Toy Drive 2012 for a special holiday celebration. Please bring and unwrapped toy for a deserving boy and girl.

This year it was especially important for me to do this show because there were so many children affected by Hurricane Sandy that will not have a good Christmas.  The Marine Corps are dedicated to help those victims through their Toys for Tots charity. Let us help the children have a wonderful Christmas and make this the best toy drive ever!! Your gift will make a huge difference in a child that has lost everything. Thanks so much for your kindness!

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 & 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/ 

At the concert, I will be singing some holiday favorites, some of my favorite cover songs and original music. Also on the show, Christi Gehrisch will sing some of her favorites songs to add to the festive occasion.

I hope you can join me and my friends for a night of great music, yummy food, good friends all for a great cause!

Take care and may you all have a wonderful holiday!

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!

http://benitacharles.com

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Performance Details:

Sunday, December 16, 2012 - 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Benita Charles & Friends Holiday Show/Toy Drive 2012
Bar Thalia at Symphony Space
2537 Broadway (at 95th Street)
New York, NY 10025
Cost: No cover (unwrapped toy requested)
(212) 864-5400
http://www.symphonyspace.org/event/7198-benita-charles 

Benita Charles & Friends Band performs holiday favorites, R&B, jazz and original music to spread holiday cheer.

**Please bring an unwrapped toy to our 4th annual toy drive for the Toys For Tots program. A representative from the U.S. Marine Corps will be present to collect the toys. Let's make this the best toy drive ever!!!

To RSVP for the Benita Charles & Friends Holiday Show, send email to starent99@hotmail.com or call (212) 802-9249.

BC&F Band:

Benita Charles, lead vocals
Christi Gehrisch, vocals
Peter Archer, guitar
Manny Montanez, percussion