The Cole Porter Songbook

Name: The Cole Porter Songbook
Start: 2024-11-26T13:00:00-08:00
Location: 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA, United States, California 94303

Schedule

Tue Nov 26 2024 at 01:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA, United States, California 94303 | Palo Alto, CA

Noa Levy joins forces with fabulous pianist Art Khu's trio to bring to life Porter’s masterpieces. You will hear the likes of “Night & Day,” “You're The Top,” and “I Get a Kick Out of You”. Get set for a de-lovely evening of a vibrant and heartfelt tribute to Porter’s rich musical legacy.
Noa Levy - vocals
Art Khu - piano

Noa Levy
A rising vocal talent Noa Levy, originally from Israel and of Egyptian-Polish background, is described by JAZZIT Magazine as “a unique vocalist, at the same time classic & contemporary." Noa excites audiences with her individual style, her captivating stage presence and charming wit. Her debut album “You, Me & Cole”, a voice & bass tribute to Cole Porter, garnered thousands of streams and rave reviews worldwide. Like a buttery Cruffin, Noa is a tasteful hybrid of firecracker charisma with an emotionally expressive, beautiful tone that creates a fun and heartfelt performance.
Art Khu
A multifaceted musician who has carved a niche for himself in the music world with his exceptional talent on a variety of instruments. His journey began at a young age, and over the years, he has honed his skills on the piano, organ, guitar, and bass, blossoming into a vibrant career spanning over 35 years. His dedication to music is evident not only in his performances but also in his educational background and compositional endeavors.
Khu's passion for music ignited at a young age. He immersed himself in classical piano studies throughout high school, receiving private instruction from Donald Currier at the prestigious Yale School of Music. He further enriched his knowledge by attending theory classes at Yale. This foundation set the stage for his formal training at the Oberlin Conservatory, where he earned a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance.
Following his graduation from Oberlin, Khu embarked on a successful career as a freelance jazz musician. Over the past three and a half decades, he has graced stages worldwide, performing and teaching. He has collaborated with renowned artists like Jacqui Naylor, Laco Deczi, Donald Byrd, and Idina Menzel, both in the studio and on international tours.
Khu's creative talent extends beyond the realm of jazz. His compositional skills were acknowledged with a commission from the Oakland East Bay Symphony, enabling him to compose the "Symphony of Souls." This piece premiered on April 20, 2012, with Michael Morgan conducting the Oakland/East Bay Symphony, showcasing Khu's versatility and compositional depth.
Currently residing in San Francisco, California, Khu continues to actively perform and share his musical knowledge by teaching. His dedication to his craft, combined with his extensive experience and collaborative spirit, solidifies his position as a prominent figure in the jazz landscape.