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John Stowell and Anandi

JOHN STOWELL began his successful career in the early 1970's, later meeting bassist David Friesen in New York City with whom he formed a duo that recorded and toured prolifically for seven years, with performances in the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.

In 1983, John and David joined flutist Paul Horn and Paul's son Robin Horn (on drums) for a historic tour of the Soviet Union. This was the first time in forty years that an American jazz group had been invited to play public performances in Russia.

John continues to tour, record and teach internationally. He has been Artist-In-Residence at schools in Germany, Indonesia, Argentina, and in the United States and Canada. He served as assistant director and performer in Oregon Public Broadcasting's PDX Jazz Summit in 1991, and since 1995 has been a contributing columnist for a number of magazines, including "Downbeat", "Guitar Player", "Canadian Musician", "Soundcheck" (Germany), and "Guitar Club" (Italy).

"Through the Listening Glass" with David Friesen chosen of the "Ten Best Jazz Albums of the Decade" by the Los Angeles Examiner

ANANDI GEFROH began her career as a singer-songwriter, recording three albums of original songs. Her funk-rock tune Enough of You has received more than 3 million hits on YouTube and other songs have been used on television spots and in commercials.

She holds a great reverence for jazz singers such as Sarah Vaughn and Carmen McRae and loves the challenge and moods of jazz. In doing so she has gathered around her some of the best of Portlands jazz musicians such as pianist Randy Porter and guitarist John Stowell.

Over the years Anandi has established a strong following in Portland, singing at the Rose Festival, appearing at the PDX Jazz Festival, Jimmy Maks, and producing her bi-annual concert at Classic Pianos.

The Peninsula Arts Center is located at 504 Pacific Ave. N., Long Beach, WA.

Admission is $15 at the door or online through Brown Paper Tickets, or, call Bill at (360) 901-0962.

Wine, beer, and other refreshments are available for purchase.

Concerts benefit the Long Beach Peninsula Acoustic Music Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization.