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Paul Jost
An eclectic artist known equally for his abilities as vocalist, drummer and composer. A four category Billboard Song Contest Winner, his songs, (including highly acclaimed, "Book Faded Brown"), have been recorded by The Band, Carl Perkins and Rick Danko. Paul has composed for Canon Pictures, ("Last Rites"), NBC's Emmy Winning Series, ("Special Treat"), and played drums for Billy Eckstine, Mark Murphy, Ann Hampton Calloway, Frank D'Rone, Sylvia Simms and many others. He served as musical director for the Golden Nugget in Atlantic City, and for Morgana King, and has performed or recorded with a variety of artists including Bobby Scott, Sivuca, Dr. John, Bucky Pizzarelli, Teo Macero, Joe Farrell, Ron Carter, Vincent Falcone, Barry Rogers, Gil Goldstein, Andy Lavern, Bobby Tucker, Pee Wee Ellis, John Phillips, Jack Sheldon, Marky Markowitz, Mike Abene, George Mesterhazy, Ron Thomas and many more. Paul's vocals, drumming and harmonica can be heard on national jingles for Johnson & Johnson, American Airlines, Nissan, Annheiser Bush, Miller Beer, Subway and Dow Chemical. Having written over 40 CD's as a composer for Ad Impact Music Library, his compositions are heard daily in over 750 markets throughout the US. His current project is as vocalist and arranger in the jazz ensemble, Antfarm Quartet featuring Jim Ridl, Tim Lekan and Bob Shomo. (Click on following link for greater detail The Jazz Network.Paul Jost)
Below with the Antfarm Quartet on N.B.C.'s 10! Show
For information about the Antfarm Quartet, www.antfarmquartet.com
"And I Love Her"
Performance Schedule
•Thursday Nov. 12th, 2009 Noontime Concert Series (Antfarm Quartet)
12:30pm @ First & Central Church
1101 N. Market Street,Wilmington, DE 19801
for info: 302-654-5371 ext 18 www.fandc.org
•Thursday Nov. 19th, 2009 (w/George Mesterhazy Trio)
8:30-11:30pm @ Merion Inn
106 Decatur Street at Columbia Avenue, Cape May
for info: 609.884.8363 www.merioninn.com
•Sunday Jan. 3rd, 2010 (w/George Mesterhazy Trio)
Many of the performers from throughout the year will be performing at this "End of Season" celebration
5:30-? @ Merion Inn
106 Decatur Street at Columbia Avenue, Cape May
for info: 609.884.8363 www.merioninn.com
•Wednesday Jan. 6th, 2010 Cheltenham First Wednesdays Jazz Series (Antfarm Quartet)
Jazz Bridge Presents
Cheltenham First Wednesdays Jazz Series
7:30-9:00pm
Cheltenham Arts Center
439 Ashbourne Rd, Cheltenham, PA
for info: 215-517-8337 info@jazzbridge.org
•Friday January 29th, 2010 (w/Antfarm Trio) 7-9:00pm @ Bogart's
210 N. High St. Millville, NJ 08332
for info: 856-327-3714 www.bogartsbookstore.com
•Wednesday Feb. 3rd, 2010 West Chester University 20th Annual Jazz Festival (Antfarm Quartet)
Madeline Wing Adler Theater
• Sunday Feb. 7th, 2010 Jazz Vespers (Drums w/Siora) CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW, RE-SCHEDULED 4/11 *SEE BELOW
First Presbyterian Church of Cape May
500 Hughes St., Cape May, NJ
(at the corner of Hughes St. and Decatur St. in Cape May)
3-4:30pm
for info: http://www.capemayjazzvespers.com
•Friday February 12th, 2010 (w/Antfarm Trio)
7-9:00pm @ Bogart's
210 N. High St. Millville, NJ 08332
for info: 856-327-3714 www.bogartsbookstore.com
• Thursday February 18th, 2010 (Drums w/Shawn Qaissaunee Quartet)
Gallucio's
1709 Lovering Ave, Willmington, DE 19806
302-655-3689
8:30 - 11:30pm
for info: http://www.gallucios.com
• Friday February 19th, 2010 (Drums w/Shawn Qaissaunee Quartet)
Deep Blue Bar & Grill
111 West 11th Street, Willmington, DE 19801
302-777-2040
8:30 - 12:00pm
for info: http://www.deepbluebarandgrill.com
• Sunday Feb. 21, 2010 Jazz Vespers (Antfarm Quartet)
First Presbyterian Church of Cape May
500 Hughes St., Cape May, NJ
(at the corner of Hughes St. and Decatur St. in Cape May)
3-4:30pm
for info: http://www.capemayjazzvespers.com
•Tuesday February 23rd, 2010 Paul Jost Quartet (Featuring: Dave Posmontier, Tim Lekan & Bob Shomo )
Sandi Pointe Restaurant (formerly Mac's)
908 Shore Rd. Somers Point, NJ 08244
7-10:00pm
for info: 609-927-2759 www.sandipointe.com
•Wednesday February 24th, 2010 Paul Jost w/Eddie Bruce & Friends (Featuring the Tom Adams Trio)
Moshulu
401 South Columbus Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 19106
6:30-10:30pm
for info: 215-923-2500 www.moshulu.com
•Friday February 26th, 2010 Paul Jost with Andy Lalasis Trio CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW, RE-SCHEDULED *SEE BELOW
Barista's Coffee House
68 W. Jimmie Leeds Rd. Suite 14, Absecon, NJ, 08240
7:30-10:30pm
for info: 609-568-5519 www.baristascoffeehouse.com
•Wednesday March 3rd, 2010 Cheltenham First Wednesdays Jazz Series (Drums w/Ken Ulansey Ensemble with Dave Cullen & Steve Varner)
Jazz Bridge Presents
Cheltenham First Wednesdays Jazz Series
7:30-9:00pm
Cheltenham Arts Center
439 Ashbourne Rd, Cheltenham, PA
for info: 215-517-8337 info@jazzbridge.org
• Thursday March 4th, 2010 (Drums w/Jeannie Brooks w/Dave Posmontier & Chico Huff)
Rembrandt's
741 N 23rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
7:30-11:00pm
for info: (215)763-2228 www.rembrandts.com
• Saturday March 6th, 2010 (Drums w/Sharon Sable Quartet with Shawn Qaissaunee & Andy Lalasis)
Library III
6605 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ
7:00-11:00pm
for info: (609)645-7655 www.libraryiii.com
• Thursday March 11, 2010 Somers Point Winter Jazz Series (Drums w/Sharon Sable Quintet)
Gregory's
900 Shore Road, Somers Point, NJ 08244
609-927-6665
8:30 and 10:15pm
for info: www.sharonsable.com
•Thursday March 25th, 2010
(Drums w/Jon Pruitt Quartet) featuring: Jon Pruitt - piano, Tony Miceli - vibes, Dean Carrigan - bass
Jazz at the Chelsea in the Living Room on the 5th Floor
111 South Chelsea Ave., Atlantic City, NJ 08401
8:00pm - Midnight
for info: 609-568-5519 www.chickenbonebeach.org/
•Friday March 26th, 2010 Paul Jost Quartet (Featuring: Frank Strauss - piano, Chico Huff - bass, Bob Shomo - drums)
Barista's Coffee House
68 W. Jimmie Leeds Rd. Suite 14, Absecon, NJ, 08240
7:30-10:30pm
for info: 609-568-5519 www.baristascoffeehouse.com
• Thursday April 1st, 2010 Paul Jost Quartet (Featuring: Dave Posmontier-piano,Tim Lekan-bass, Joe Nero-drums)
Gallucio's
1709 Lovering Ave, Willmington, DE 19806
302-655-3689
8:30 - 11:30pm
for info: www.gallucios.com
• Friday April 2nd, 2010 Paul Jost & Dave Posmontier
Lamb Tavern
865 West Springfield Road, Springfield, PA 19064
8:00 - 11:00pm
for info: 610-544-3300www.lambtavern.com
• Thursday April 8th, 2010 Terry Klinefelter & Paul Jost
General Warren Inne
9 Old Lancaster Road, Malvern, PA 19355
6:00 - 10:00pm
for info: 610-296-3637www.generalwarren.com
• Sunday April 11th, 2010 Jazz Vespers (Drums w/Siora)
First Presbyterian Church of Cape May
500 Hughes St., Cape May, NJ
(at the corner of Hughes St. and Decatur St. in Cape May)
3-4:30pm
for info: www.capemayjazzvespers.com
• April 15-18, 2010 Artist Residency @ College of William & Mary
The Antfarm Quartet will be Artists-in-Residency @ College of William & Mary
Performance schedule and details will be listed soon.
• Sunday April 18th, 2010 Concert @ College of William & Mary
Kimball Theatre 8:00PM
The Antfarm Quartet performs with the College of William & Mary Jazz Ensemble
for info: www.history.org
•Friday April 23rd, 2010 (w/Antfarm Trio)
7-9:00pm @ Bogart's
210 N. High St. Millville, NJ 08332
for info: 856-327-3714 www.bogartsbookstore.com
•Tuesday April 27th, 2010 Antfarm Quartet
Sandi Pointe Restaurant (formerly Mac's)
908 Shore Rd. Somers Point, NJ 08244
7-10:00pm
for info: 609-927-2759 www.sandipointe.com
•Wednesday April 28th, 2010 Antfarm Quartet (w/Joe Nero - drums)
Cafe Madison
33 Lafayette St. (River Road), Riverside, NJ 08075
6-9:00pm
for info: 856-764-4444 www.cafemadison.com/reservations.html
•Sunday May 2nd, 2010 Jazz Bridge Presents an All Star Jazz Jam
Sandi Pointe Coastal Bistro (Formerly Mac's)
908 Shore Rd., Somers Point, NJ 08244
4-8:00pm
Tickets: $25 includes buffet (cash bar available)
Info and tickets online at www.jazzbridge.org/upcoming-events or call Sandi Pointe Coastal Bistro at 609-927-2300
Proceeds go to our local jazz and blues musicians in crisis
Additional info: 856-764-4444 www.sandipointe.com
•Thursday May 6th, 2010 Hansen House and Harrah's Hotel Casino Present, "Street Life Concert"
Harrah's Hotel & Casino Showroom
Showtime: 7:30pm
Doors Open: 6:45
Box Office Opens: 5:30
Concert Only $25
VIP Concert followed by Dessert Reception with Artists $125
Purchase Tickets online www.hansenhouse.org
All proceeds benefit Hansen House, 411 Aloe St. Egg Harbor, NJ 08213 609-653-3699
Hansen House LLC is 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Additional info: Call Nina Soifer @ 609-402-7684
•Friday May 7th, 2010 Paul Jost Quartet (Featuring: Frank Strauss - piano, Chico Huff - bass, Bob Shomo - drums)
Barista's Coffee House
68 W. Jimmie Leeds Rd. Suite 14, Absecon, NJ 08240
7:30-10:30pm
for info: 609-568-5519 www.baristascoffeehouse.com
•Friday May 14th, 2010 (w/Antfarm Trio)
7-9:00pm @ Bogart's
210 N. High St. Millville, NJ 08332
for info: 856-327-3714 www.bogartsbookstore.com
•Thursday May 20th, 2010 Phyllis Chapell & Siora (With Dave Posmontier - piano, Chico Huff - bass, Paul Jost - drums)
The Tritone
1508 South Street Philadelphia, PA
8:30-11:00pm
for info: 215–545–0475 www.tritonebar.com
• Friday May 21st, 2010 Phyllis Chapell & Siora (With Dave Posmontier - piano, Rob Swanson - bass, Paul Jost - drums)
Fine Arts Fiesta (Wilkes Barre)
for info: http://www.fineartsfiesta.org
•Sunday May 23rd, 2010 Susan Goodman Quartet (With Dave Posmontier - piano, Tim Lekan - bass, Paul Jost - drums)
Gregorys Restaurant & Bar
900 Shore Road, Somers Point, NJ 08244-2362
8:30-11:00pm
for info: (609) 927-6665 www.gregorysbar.com
• Saturday May 29th, 2010 Phyllis Chapell & Siora (With Dave Posmontier - piano, Rob Swanson - bass, Paul Jost - drums)
Moon Dancer Winery
1282 Klines Run Road, Wrightsville, PA 17368
2-4:00pm
for info: 717-252-9463 http://www.moondancerwinery.com
•Friday June 18th, 2010 (w/Antfarm Trio)
Bogart's
210 N. High St. Millville, NJ 08332
7:00-9:00pm
for info: 856-327-3714 www.bogartsbookstore.com
•Tuesday June 22nd, 2010 George Mesterhazy Trio (George Mesterhazy - piano, Tim Lekan - bass, Bob Shomo - drums) Guest Artist - Paul Jost (vocal)
Merion Inn
106 Decatur Street at Columbia Avenue, Cape May
8:00-11:00pm
for info: 609-884-8363 www.merioninn.com
•Friday June 25th, 2010 Paul Jost with Antfarm (Jim Ridl-piano, Tim Lekan-bass, Keith Hollis-drums)
Le Cochon Noir
5070 Parkside Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131
7:30-11:30pm
for info: 215-879-1011 www.lecochonnoir.com
• Monday July 5th, 2010 Phyllis Chapell & Siora (With Dave Posmontier - piano, Rob Swanson - bass, Paul Jost - drums)
Harrisburg Jazz & Multi-Cultural Festival
Harrisburg, PA
Highmark Jazz Stage at Liberty and Front
7:30-9:00pm
for info: 717-252-9463 http://www.harrisburgevents.com/Events/Jazz_Fest.html
• Thursday July 8th, 2010 Paul Jost Quartet (With Frank Strauss - piano, Chico Huff - bass, Erik Johnson - drums)
Gallucio's
1709 Lovering Ave, Willmington, DE 19806
302-655-3689
8:30 - 11:30pm
for info: www.gallucios.com
• Saturday July 10th, 2010 Ken Ulansey's Whirled Music in Concert (With Dave Posmontier, Stan Slotter, Dave Cullen, Phyllis Chapell, Paul Jost, Chico Huff)
Bryn Mawr Twlight Concerts
9 S. Bryn Mawr Ave. 19010
610-864-4304
7:00-9:30pm
for info: www.brynmawrtwilightconcerts.com
•Friday July 23rd, 2010 Paul Jost Quartet (With Frank Strauss-piano, Tim Lekan-bass, Bob Shomo - drums)
Cafe Madison
33 Lafayette St. (River Road), Riverside, NJ 08075
5:30-9:30pm
for info: 856-764-4444 www.cafemadison.com/reservations.html
• Thursday July 28th, 2010 Paul Jost & The Glenn Ferracone Trio
General Warren Inne
9 Old Lancaster Road, Malvern, PA 19355
6:00 - 10:00pm
for info: 610-296-3637www.generalwarren.com
•Friday July 30th, 2010 Antfarm Trio (Tim Lekan-bass, Bob Shomo-drums, Paul Jost-vocal)
Bogart's
210 N. High St. Millville, NJ 08332
7:00-9:00pm
for info: 856-327-3714 www.bogartsbookstore.com
•Friday August 13th, 2010 Paul Jost with Antfarm (Jim Ridl-piano, Tim Lekan-bass, Joe Nero-drums)
Le Cochon Noir
5070 Parkside Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131
7:30-11:30pm
for info: 215-879-1011 www.lecochonnoir.com
•Saturday August 14th, 2010 Phyllis Chapell & Siora (With Dave Posmontier - piano, Rob Swanson - bass, Paul Jost - drums)
Paradocx Winery
Landenberg, PA
5:00- 9:00pm
for info: www..com
•Thursday August 19th, 2010 Phyllis Chapell & Siora (With Dave Posmontier - piano, Rob Swanson - bass, Paul Jost - drums)
Firecreek Restaurant - Thursday Night Jazz Series
20 E. Lancaster Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335-2823
6:00- 9:00pm
for info: 610-269-6000www.firecreek-restaurant.com
•Sunday August 22nd, 2010 Ken Ulansey Whirled Music (With Ken Ulansey-Sax&Pennywhistle, Phyllis Chapell-Guitar&Vocal, Dave Posmontier-Keys, Chico Huff-Bass, Paul Jost-Drums&Voc)
Philly Folk Festival
1323 Salford Station Rd, Harleysville, Pennsylvania 19438
4:30pm
for info: (215) 247-1300www.pfs.org/PFF.php
•Tuesday August 24th, 2010 George Mesterhazy Trio (George Mesterhazy - piano, Tim Lekan - bass, Bob Shomo - drums) Guest Artist - Paul Jost (vocal), Bob Rawlins (sax), Al Harrison (trumpet), Mike Dempsey (perc)
Merion Inn
106 Decatur Street at Columbia Avenue, Cape May
8:00-11:00pm
for info: 609-884-8363 www.merioninn.com
•Friday August 27th, 2010 Antfarm Trio (Tim Lekan-bass, Bob Shomo-drums, Paul Jost-vocal)
Bogart's
210 N. High St. Millville, NJ 08332
7:00-9:00pm
for info: 856-327-3714 www.bogartsbookstore.com
•Friday September 3rd, 2010 The Rob Paparozzi Quartet (Rob Paparozzi - vocal & harmonica, Andy Lalasis - bass, Jon Pruitt - piano, Paul Jost - drums & vocal, Special Guest Artist - Bernard Purdie)
Shanghai Jazz
24 Main Street, Madison, NJ 07940
7:00-11:00pm
for info: call for reservations: (973) 822-2899 www.shanghaijazz.com
•Friday September 10th, 2010 Antfarm Trio (Tim Lekan-bass, Bob Shomo-drums, Paul Jost-vocal)
Bogart's
210 N. High St. Millville, NJ 08332
7:00-9:00pm
for info: 856-327-3714 www.bogartsbookstore.com
•Tuesday October 12th, 2010 Paul Jost with Antfarm (Jim Ridl-piano, Tim Lekan-bass, Bob Shomo-drums, Paul Jost-vocal)
Philly's Platinum Grille
Market Square Shopping Plaza
7719 Crittenden Street Philadelphia, PA 19118
7:00-11:00pm
for info: 215-247-2312 www.phillysplatinumgrille.com
• Thursday Dec. 2nd, 2010 Jazz Bridge Thursday Night Jazz Series (Antfarm Quartet)
Jazz Bridge Presents
Collingswood Thursday Night Jazz Series
7:30-9:00pm
Collingswood Community Center
30 Collings Ave. in Collingswood, NJ
for info: 215-517-8337 info@jazzbridge.org
•Sunday January 30th, 2011 Andrea Clearfield Salon Series
• Thursday Nov. 12th, 2009 Noontime Concert Series (Antfarm Quartet)7:30pm
400 South Sydenham St. Philadelphia, Pa.
for info: www.andreaclearfield.com/music-salon
First & Central Church1101 N. Market St. Willmington, DE 19801