I don’t need to tell any of you – time flies!  My last post here was a year ago when I was engaged in the same activity as I am today, posting the dates of our remaining gig dates at Arrivederci for the year.  How is that possible??  And though it’s mid-year, not usually a time for reflection or resolutions, I am reflecting on how grateful I am for the love of our fans, our people – YOU – who come back again and again to join us in the joy that is making music together.  And we resolve to be better – to keep bringing it, really bringing it, better.  We’re working on it constantly because you deserve our best!  We love and thank you!  See you soon!

It’s with mixed feelings that I post every remaining gig of 2015 for Mosaique at Arrivederci.  On the one hand, I feel so productive!  On the other, some dismay that I’ve already ticked away the rest of the year.  I’m reminded of a coffee mug I was recently given that defined “presence,” or “be present,” an important bit of mindfulness for my typical, head-in-the-clouds life.  So that will be how I eschew the dismay and embrace the joy of the possibilities that enjoying each gig, each month, each day will bring.

…Made all the better by your presence…  So check out our shows and please, come gift us with your presence!  Here’s to today!

The falling leaves are just starting to drift by our windows, and the distinct crispness of autumn has embraced our fair city. Is there possibly a more beautiful place than NW Oregon in the fall?

Image from http://onemoremoondance.blogspot.com/

Mosaique invites you to join us for fantabulous music, libations, company, and pure joy at our fall shows at Arrivederci:

Oct 4
Nov 8
Dec 20 (Holiday show)

All shows are Saturdays and begin at 8p. $5 cover for front tables; no cover for the rest of the joint. Reservations recommended – 503.659.1143

We look forward to seeing you there!

I’ve never been one to set goals. I should, I know. Lots of things are accomplished when one sets goals. So a few years ago, I took my big brother’s advice and set a few goals, one of which was to be invited to play in the Portland Jazz Festival. Well, the universe was listening, because this is now Mosaique’s second year in the Fest! Many thanks to our family at Arrivederci who is an official sponsor, and always makes sure Mosaique is well taken care of.

To that end, come hear us at Arrivederci on March 1, the final weekend of the illustrious Portland Jazz Festival! 8-11, $5 cover for front tables only (free everywhere else!). You know how good this place is: amazing food, service, libations, sensation, those standards of mine…

Additional gig dates also posted through June, so one way or another, we will see you soon!

Summer in Portland – THIS summer in Portland – has been glorious. And there’s nothing like a summer night, is there? In Mosaique, we love seasonal tunes, and I especially love breaking out our arrangements of Summertime and Summer In The City, both of which recall the sultry, heavy warmth of a summer’s eve. Yet jazz is the epitome of cool, yes? So it’s a perfect yin / yang – the warm summer nights and the cool, cool tunes. Come join us, dip your toe in it. Delightful.

It may still be winter on the calendar, but these Pacfic Northwest sunny days have the trees in bloom, the crocuses and daffodils and tulips popping up, and everyone out basking in the rare sunlight. Joining the celebration is Mosaique, with new tunes and new shows. Can’t wait to see you!

For me, Christmas is like going to Disneyland. As it approaches, I’m filled with excitement and anticipation, but often once I’m there, it’s so rushed and busy I forget to stop and take in the magic, and then it’s over. I realized this the last time I visited Disneyland and thus built in time where I just sat outside Cinderella’s castle and soaked in the surroundings, the amazing detail, the beauty of it all.

Do you ever feel that way about Christmas? This year, let’s all decide to slow down at least once, and soak in the joy and warmth of the season surrounded by faithful friends and family who are dear to us.

Mosaique invites you to join us as we soak up the spirit of the holidays at Arrivederci on Saturday, December 22. We’ll be filling the evening with Christmas tunes and our favorite jazz gems. All you have to do is slow down, drink it in, and be merry.

We hope to see you there!

Photo credit: Disneyland Winter Castle from http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/201011/2185/

Summer in Portland is legendary (once it finally starts!). Mild temps, gorgeous sunshine, and this year, thunder and lightning storms! Mosaique’s celebrating the best of summer with our concert series, including cooling down the house at Arrivederci and burning up the Columbia Gorge at Maryhill Winery! Check out our shows page for all the details and come celebrate summer with Mosaique!

While it’s true that here in the Pacific Northwest we have had snow all the way up to the threshold of the vernal equinox, this weekend’s sunny weather confirms it: we love spring! And while one of my favorite jazz tunes may croon that Spring Will Be A Little Late This Year, I am happy to say that it appears to have arrived right on time with crocuses, daffodils, and blooming trees.

Joining in the blossoming festivities is Mosaique, right on time, on April 14th at the always full-of-life Arrivederci. 7:30 till we stop, you know the drill. And yes, you can count on a new tune or two… We hope to see you there!

For so many, autumn is the favorite season. It’s no wonder; no matter where you are in the U.S., the fall colors warm and decorate the otherwise chilling, darkening canvas as we head toward winter. And this fall, along with the return of Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, we get to enjoy the return of Mosaique!

That’s right – after months off the main grid (having done a couple private events), Mosaique is making our public re-appearance at Arrivederci in just a few short weeks on December 3rd! Our last public event was in June, and we are very excited to be back. But in addition to that, we’re still available for your holiday parties and events. Drop us a line – we’d love to be part of your celebration of the most wonderful time of the year!

And mark your calendars now to join us at Arrivederci on December 3rd!