Serenade at Cafe Madison: Wed 5/30, 6-9pm

A good sunny day to any and all readers!

I hope all of you have been well since I last wrote. In my absence I've been busy as usual, though quiet on the Blog scene...but now Wednesday the 30th has come, and I am sitting on the couch writing this blurb to tell about this evening's upcoming performance just for YOU and your friends and kin.

(Of course!)

Forsaking any additional delay, I would like now to cordially and formally invite you to venture out this evening to join me for a meal, musical entertainment, and a whole lot of ambience, as the

Cafe Madison presents
Joann Ellis Music
at the Waterfall Martini Bar
Wednesday May 30, 2007 - 6 to 9pm

located at:

33 Lafayette St
Riverside, NJ
08075

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FYI, Riverside, NJ is on the River Line public-transit schedule, which can be viewed here:

You can also visit the Cafe Madison online for further information, including the dining menu, event calendar, wine list and more!

Feel free to call the Cafe at 856-764-4444 to make a reservation - with a real, live human! (There's even a fax at 856-764-8944 for those seeking a less real-live-human approach.)

For directions, I give you two options:

Cafe Madison site map
Google map

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And a few last words on the bar menu, if you'll permit me - I've been told by a close friend and culinary confidante that that the Kobe Mini Burgers are succulent and of a high quality, and I can say from personal experience that the Classic Margherita Basil flatbread was basil-y-licious! Good words have also been heard around town regarding the Asparagus & Goat Cheese Soup off the menu of the Cafe proper. The rest is as of yet mystery to me...


Well, it seems I must go for now...I have some ivories to tickle, and preparations to make.

See you tonight, and be well until then!

Peace,
Joann

Coffee Works performance: Fri 5/25

Good evening all!

I'll be at the Coffee Works in Voorhees tonight, from 8-11pm. This is a free, all-ages show, at a local cafe which offers free WiFi access, dinner and pastry menus, coffee drinks galore, and board games for your additional entertainment.

The short & sweet info on tonight's show:

Coffee Works Roastery & Cafe
910 Haddonfield Berlin Rd, Voorhees, NJ, 08043
tel 856-784-5282

Google Directions to the gig

I have to keep this brief, as I must leave soon to set up. It's a lovely evening tonight, so for anyone who's in the mood for a meal, a movie, music, and more, the Ritz 16 plaza - which houses the Coffee Works - has it all.

Please come out tonight and share some musical moments with me!

Peace,
Joann

Joann Ellis - Cafe Madison: Wed 5/23

Hey friends!

I took a week off from performance last week, hence the lack of communication...but I'm back this week with another return to fledgling venue Cafe Madison in Riverside, NJ.

This elegant new restaurant features the "dramatic Waterfall Martini Bar, spectacular vaulted ceilings, lighting with a lush, sensual vibe and innovative American regional cuisine." Add a world-class wine list, music by Yours Truly, and a cultured yet relaxed ambience, and you will find yourself with an irreplaceable evening of meal and mood.

See here for details on how to join me there TONIGHT (and next Wed), where I'll be playing from 6-10pm:

Cafe Madison
33 Lafayette St
Riverside, NJ 08075
tel 856-764-4444

(Google Directions to the Cafe)

And whether you can make it tonight or not, here's my online Gig calendar for your future reference, and you can also always send me a message to get on the monthly mailer.


Well, I suppose that's it for now, folks. See you later (I hope!), and have a safe and wonderful evening!

Peace,
Joann

Legends Gourmet Pizza: Friday 5/11 @ 7pm

Greetings all!

I have only time for a short blog this time, so I'll give you the bare-bones info on tonight's gig, which is at a new venue (for me), Legends Gourmet Pizza in Burlington, NJ.

WHEN: Friday 5/11 @ 7-10pm
WHERE: 318 High St, Burlington, NJ, 08016
CALL: 609-386-3001 for info

Google Directions to Legends

This is a free, all-ages show...and I've heard the pizza is indeed legendary, so please join me on this lovely evening and share the warmth! I hope to see you there...

Peace,
Joann

Myspace - personal v.50

Good day, friends!

I just wanted to share the following YouTube find, worthy of more than a few chuckles, by filmmaker Keith Snyder. I discovered Keith (and his work) thanks to seeing some of his comments on my dear friend Doug Wyatt's page.

View the video:

I'd be interested to know if anyone out there appreciates this. Or, better yet, check out Keith's YouTube profile and let him know yourself! I haven't checked out the rest of his videos, but I'm sure they hold promise...

And on a totally different note, I just found an anti-war-in-Iran petition and related efforts at stopiranwar.com, so if anyone wants to view the site and put in your two-cents, click here:

I wonder if someone did one of this for the Iraq conflict. And I wonder if President Cronie gives 1% of a rat's ass what Americans are thinking and feeling. (Probably not.)

Well, at the risk of seeming abrupt, I'll be signing off now! A great day to all.

Peace,
Joann

Courier Post blog v.23: Open Mic Tuesday!

Greetings!

It's a lovely day of warmth here in New Jersey, and I hope you are able to enjoy it! In a few hours I'll be heading off to host tonight's open mic at the Bridgetown Pub in Mt Holly, beginning at 8:30pm (sign-up begins at 8).


This weekly event features a 1/2-hour opening set by the
host (me tonight, Sharis next week, and so on...), followed
by open stage 'til midnight or beyond!

Click here for directions

Full details:

• WHEN: Tuesday May 8, 2007 @ 8:30pm-12am+
• WHERE: Bridgetown Pub, 44 High St, Mt Holly, NJ, 08060
• WHAT: Joann Ellis Music from 8:30-9pm, open stage from 9-???

Acts normally get 3 songs, so get there early to sign up for a slot! Please remember to be tuned and prepared for your turn, and remember to accompany others only when asked. You can always feel free to ask for someone's accompaniment or other backup - it's a great way to make new friends and good music!

Please come out and join us tonight on Main Street Mt Holly for the good food, beer on tap, wine, and more at the Bridgetown Pub! It's a kind-hearted crowd, always full of regulars and new faces alike, and you're sure to leave eager to return...


See you there!

Peace,
Joann

Courier Post blog v.22 - Joann Ellis at Starbucks Cherry Hill - Sat 5/5 @ 7pm

A lovely, warm, May afternoon to you all!

I certainly hope you're enjoying your days, friends out there in ether-land. Now, I cordially and humbly invite you to join me in the "real" land for some music dedicated to the pleasure of your evening and the appreciation of good songs! Requests? I'll do my very best. The show is FREE, open to listeners of all age and creed, and running from 7-9pm tonight (- and longer if the demand warrants, of course).

Full details:

• WHEN - TONIGHT - Sat May 5 @ 7-9pm
• WHERE - Starbucks, 1192 E. Rte 70, #12, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08034
• CALL - 856-427-4333 / visit Starbucks Cherry Hill online for the map.

That's it for the present moment. I'll be readying myself for tonight's show soon, so I must close for now. See you later on, and be sure to say hi!

Peace,
Joann

ps...if you want to get on the Joann Ellis Music emailing list, click here!