SEPTEMBER 2008 PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS:

Featured Performance:

TUESDAY 9/23: 7pm

Solo piano entertainment concert - featuring jazz and popular standards, at the Philadelphia Protestant Home , Philadelphia, Pa for info (215)697-8564
Joe has performed in concert for the Phila. Protestant Home retirement residents and surrounding community every other month since 1994 (over 80 performances)! This event is like one big family, where Joe shares personal and family stories, and presents a solo piano concert. Unique among Joe's "venues", this program is an opportunity to enjoy a warm and friendly evening.

FRIDAY - SUNDAY 9/19,20,21,26,27,28,10/3,4,5

The Church Hill (Md) Theatre presents "Once On This Island", Directed by Steven Arnold. Joe serves as Musical Director

This gem of a production is a must see! Combined with a strong cast (especially considering that's it's community theatre) and orchestra, it's an rare opportunity to see and hear this moving and infectious score and performance. Reserve early.

other selected events:

FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY 9/26,27: 8pm, 9/28: 2pm

The Church Hill (Md) Theatre presents "Once On This Island", Directed by Steven Arnold. Joe serves as Musical Director - see above

THURSDAY 9/25: 7:30pm

Joe performs in concert in Wesley Hall at Heron Point, Chestertown, Md. All are welcome.

TUESDAY 9/23: 7pm

Solo piano entertainment concert - featuring jazz and popular standards, at the Philadelphia Protestant Home , Philadelphia, Pa for info (215)697-8564 - see above

FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY 9/19,20:8pm, 9/21: 2pm
The Church Hill (Md) Theatre presents "Once On This Island", Directed by Steven Arnold. Joe serves as Musical Director - see above

Many other events take place. Call (877-JOE-HOLT) or e-mail Joe for info on any event not listed

AUGUST 2008 PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS:

featured performance:

THURSDAY 8/7- SUNDAY 8/10:

Joe performs with the Midiri Brothers sextet and trio at the Orange County (CA) Classic Jazz Festival

This popular festival features a variety of quality bands positioned throughout the Hilton in Costa Mesa Ca. Featuring a 4-man rhythm section (with Pat Mercuri on guitar), the Midiri band really swings!

other selected events:

SATURDAY 8/30: 6-10pm

Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for jazz night at Crabber's Cove, Dewey Beach, De

SATURDAY 8/23: 6-10pm

Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for jazz night at Crabber's Cove, Dewey Beach, De

SATURDAY 8/16: 6-10pm

Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for jazz night at Crabber's Cove, Dewey Beach, De

THURSDAY 8/7- SUNDAY 8/10:
Joe performs with the Midiri Brothers sextet and trio at the Orange County (CA) Classic Jazz Festival - see above

SUNDAY 8/3: 5-8pm

Joe peeforms with the Peabody Ragtime Ensemble for the Summer Concert Series at the Harborplace Ampitheater, Baltimore, Md

SATURDAY 8/2: 6-10pm

Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for jazz night at Crabber's Cove, Dewey Beach, De

Many other events take place. Call (877-JOE-HOLT) or e-mail Joe for info on any event not listed

JULY 2008 PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS:

featured performances:

FRIDAY 7/25 - SUNDAY 7/27

Joe performs with the Midiri Brothers Septet and trio for the Connecticut Jazz Festival
The Connecticut festival was the first festival for the Midiri Band in 2002 (breaking the "swing barrier" in this otherwise traditional festival), however, this is the only festival on which Joe has not appeared (since rejoining the band in 2006) - until now.

FRIDAY 7/11 - SUNDAY 7/13

Joe performs with the Midiri Brothers sextet and trio, and solo piano at the Mammoth Lakes Jazz Jubilee, Ca.

This year the Mammoth festival celebrates it's 20th anniversary, (with emphasis on the celebrating)! One of (if not the) most eclectic of jazz festivals, it has broadened (over 20 years) from a strictly "trad" event, to feature a wide variety of styles and bands. If you've never been to beautiful Mammoth Lakes California (a bustling ski resort in the winter), here is your perfect excuse!

other selected events:

FRIDAY 7/25 - SUNDAY 7/27
Joe performs with the Midiri Brothers Sextet and trio for the Connecticut Jazz Festival - see above

MONDAY 7/21: 8-9:30pm
Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz at Sunset Park, Ocean City, Md

SATURDAY 7/19: 7-10pm

Joe performs with the Holly Lane Trio at the Globe, Berlin. Md

FRIDAY 7/11 - SUNDAY 7/13
Joe performs with the Midiri Brothers sextet and trio, and solo piano at the Mammoth Lakes Jazz Jubilee, Ca. - see above

SUNDAY 7/6: 10am-1pm

Joe performs with Holly Lane at The Globe, Berlin, Md, for Sunday Brunch

SATURDAY 7/5: 6-10pm
Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for jazz night at Crabber's Cove, Dewey Beach, De

FRIDAY 7/2: 9:30pm-1am

Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for jazz night at the Frogg Pond, Rehoboth Beach, De.

Many other events take place. Call (877-JOE-HOLT) or e-mail Joe for info on any event not listed

JUNE 2008 PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS:

featured performance:

SATURDAY 6/7/08: 7-10pm

Joe performs with the Holly Lane Trio at the Globe, Berlin. Md

The Globe is the centerpiece of arts and entertainment in the picturesque town of Berlin, Maryland (also known as Hale - the film "Runaway Bride" was set here). Formerly a theatre, now beautifully renovated, the Globe plays host to numerous cultural events, offers fine and casual dining, and continues to feature performers on the stage.

other selected events:

SATURDAY 6/28: 6-10pm

Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for jazz night at Crabber's Cove, Dewey Beach, De

SUNDAY 6/15: 10am-1pm
Joe performs with Holly Lane at The Globe, Berlin, Md, for Sunday Brunch

SATURDAY 6/14: 6-10pm

Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for jazz night at Crabber's Cove, Dewey Beach, De

SATURDAY 6/7: 7-10pm
Joe performs with the Holly Lane Trio at the Globe, Berlin. Md - see above

Many other events take place. Call (877-JOE-HOLT) or e-mail Joe for info on any event not listed

(photo from Norris Center, greater Los Angeles, Ca.)

MAY 2008 PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS:

featured performance:

TUESDAY 5/13: 2pm

Solo piano entertainment concert - featuring jazz and popular standards, at the Downs Cultural Center, Wilmington, De

Joe returns to the Downs Center for a solo performance of jazz and popular standards. Downs center performances are open to the public, with no admission charge. Reservations are requested. (302)-575-0250 x2244

other selected performances:

SUNDAY 5/18: 2-6pm
Joe performs with the Midiri Brothers sextet for the Pennsylvania Jazz Society, Easton, Pa.

TUESDAY 5/13: 2pm
Solo piano entertainment concert - featuring jazz and popular standards, at the Downs Cultural Center, Wilmington, De

SUNDAY 5/11:11am and 2pm

Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for Mothers Day Jazz Brunch at the Sheraton, Dover, De - details to come

SUNDAY 5/4: 2pm
Joe performs with the Midiri Brothers sextet in concert for the Tri-State Jazz Society, Cherry Hill, NJ

FRIDAY 5/2: 8-12pm
Joe performs with the Holly Lane trio for jazz night at the Frogg Pond, Rehoboth Beach, De.

THURSDAY 5/1: 2:30-3:20pm

Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for Sunfest, at the inlet, Ocean City Md

(then, Joe fires up the rocket boosters in his Honda Civic)

THURSDAY 5/1: 7pm

Solo piano entertainment concert - featuring jazz and popular standards, at the Philadelphia Protestant Home , Philadelphia, Pa for info (215)697-8564

Many other events take place. Call (877-JOE-HOLT) or e-mail Joe for info on any event not listed

APRIL 2008 PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS:

featured performance:

SUNDAY 4/13: 5pm
Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for a jazz vespers service at the Newark (De) First Church of the Nazarene

Holly Lane, Mike McShane, and John Ewart join Joe for this year's final vespers service. Joe often performs with Holly and the guys in resort areas of lower Delaware. Here is a chance for those in the greater Wilmington, De. area to see and hear this fine performer. No admission charge. A (no obligation) free-will offering will be taken for Habitat for Humanity during the service.

other selected events:

SUNDAY 4/27:11am-2pm

Joe performs with the Dixieland Direct trio at the Market Inn, Washington, DC

SATURDAY 4/26: 2-4pm

Joe performs with the Midiri Brothers for an open house at Homestead Manor, Denton, Md

SUNDAY 4/20: 10am-1pm

Joe performs with the Holly Lane at The Globe, Berlin, Md, for Sunday Brunch

TUESDAY 4/15: 6-10pm

Joe performs jazz piano (piano/bass duo - with Steve Beskrone) at Sullivan's Steakhouse, Wilmington, De

SUNDAY 4/13: 10:30am

Joe performs in concert for worhip at the Timberline Church, Paradise, Pa.

SUNDAY 4/13: 5pm

Joe performs with Holly Lane and Shore Jazz for a jazz vespers service at the Newark (De) First Church of the Nazarene - see above

Many other events take place. Call (877-JOE-HOLT) or e-mail Joe for info on any event not

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