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Nine years…

Jeez, we have come a long way, if you see the list of artists that have past our party already. All I can say is: Wow!!I remember the first year with Michel Camilo…..I mean: MICHEL CAMILO!! I picked up this guy from the airport and we were chatting like nothing was going on…I will never forget THAT feeling! Now, after nine years with guys like Marcus Miller, Richard Bona, Etienne Stadwijk, George Benson, David Sanborn, Anton Goudsmit, Martijn Vink, Jose James, Liv Warfield and so on, these guys and girls are now, instead of just being on a wishlist, part of my life! And it keeps getting better...With a team of die-hards at the office; my wife Martha, Friso Veenman, Paulien ter Meulen, Barbara-funky rooster and rooky Jerry, we have such a strong team who work towards this project for months and together with the amazing crew during the festival it allows me to sit back and wonder: ”How did this happen?" Now, with this years’ line up it can only get better! Next year will be the 10th anniversary and I can assure you it will be a blast, but for now...Please enjoy the 9th edition of the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival Aruba 2015!

Erik EmanFestival Director

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Content10 Fact & Figures

13 Highlights

24 Festival Map

25 Timetable

27 Buy your tickets

28 Local Talents

33 Workshops

35 Warming up

36 LINE-UP: Friday

37 LINE-UP: Saturday

39 Art gallery

40 Food court

42 Where to stay

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DeAr JAzz entHusIAstWelcome to Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival 2015.

Aruba has been the host of many different types of music festivals for over 20 years. Being a trendsetter in the Caribbean, throughout the year we have various music festivals. However the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival is a very special one.

The Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival combines spectacular musical performances, gastronomic adventures and artistic showcases in a relaxed and island chic atmosphere. Each year the festival presents legendary artists, a selection of regional artists and our own accomplished professional musicians that makes us proud.

I acknowledge the importance of the collaborative work between local and international artists, getting their space in this music scene. After all Aruba is a habitat for talent in all genres of music.

From jazz to Latin, soul, funk and our own local rhythms, you will be immersed with good music and ambiance that will keep you coming back to our island every year.

Enjoy the Festival!

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Few things go as well with great music as food and drink of the same caliber. CSJF's cozy food court terrace offers mouthwatering menu items from several top-notch local restaurants, and there are bars all over the festival grounds, serving a range of delicious refreshments.

And as if feasting your ears and your tastebuds weren’t enough, you can also feast your eyes on a great exhibition of local art at the festival’s art gallery and great dance performances.

Again, we are honored, humbled and

incredibly excited to welcome you. Bon bini and enjoy!

tHe Young HIstorY of tHe CArIbbeAn seA JAzz festIvAl

Although the organizers prefer looking ahead to looking back, the rich history that the festival has already made since its humble beginnings in 2007 deserves mentioning. What was the spark that originally ignited this project? The festival started in the mind of organizer

Erik Eman. A musician himself and music lover through and through, Erik was sorely missing the successful annual Aruba Jazz & Latin Music Festival that had taken place from 1986 till 2001. After years of draught, a similar festival was badly needed on the island.

Having lived in The Hague for many years, Erik was heavily inspired by the phenomenal North Sea Jazz Festival, once created by the legendary Paul Ackett. With tons of hard work and a very modest budget, Erik and his passionate team set out to bring the spirit of that festival to

What a pleasure it is to welcome you to the 9th edition of the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival. Get ready to enjoy three great stages packed with outstanding musicians, plus Aruba’s unique atmosphere, a great food court and numerous bars. A phenomenal line-up of local and international artists is about to entertain you on September 25th and 26th. A great mix of world famous names, upcoming stars and local talent - a trait our festival has gained a reputation for - will make this a weekend to remember. For the third consecutive year, the festival will be held at the Renaissance Festival Plaza; a location and a name that are synonymous with first-class island hospitality.

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Aruba. And they pulled it off. Over the past eight editions, the event has consistently grown every year, and has managed to attract visitors from all over the world, presenting a great mix of well-established names, new talent and local heroes in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere that's all about great music and having a great time.

Throughout the festival's history, including a major change of venue from in front of Cas di Cultura to the Renaissance Marketplace three years ago, the roster of artists that has graced the festival’s stage is extraordinary. Famous featured performers such as George Benson, José James, Prince Royce, Candy Dulfer, Liv Warfield, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, Willy Garcia, Gualao, Chaka Khan, Oscar D’Leon, Fourplay, Randy Brecker, Pete Philly, Sven Hammond Soul, Kuenta I Tambu, Angie Stone, Eddie Palmieri, Richard Bona, Raul Midon, Tango Extremo, Marcus Miller, Issac Delgado, Michel Camilo, David Sanborn, Izaline Calister, Randal Corsen, The Ploctones, Moon Baker, Anacaona, Praful, Cubop City Big Band, Cosy Cotton and many more have made the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival a truly international event of the highest caliber.

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Built around legendary Earth Wind & Fire guitarist, Al McKay, and a group of top Los Angeles studio and road musicians is the aptly named “Earth Wind & Fire Experience feat. Al McKay”. They are all about the music.

Performing hit after hit of the super group’s material, in the original keys with the original feel, the “Earth Wind & Fire Experience feat. Al McKay” offer a stunning demonstration of a living, vital performance – with every component of the band upholding the high standard of excellence that established the original EWF sound.

From Al McKay’s guitar, the rhythm section locks down the grooves McKay did so much to create in the first place.

The horn section, under the leadership of original EWF trumpeter and Phenix Horns member Michael Harris, and featuring the talents of former Tower Of Power and Doobie Brothers members, deliver performances that any band leader would be proud of. The vocal section anchored by the incredible vocal talents of Tim Owens – plausibly surpasses the powerful vocal ensemble of most groups.

So, the “Earth Wind & Fire Experience feat. Al McKay” may be the only group capable of rendering this music with the original feel and with no smoke and mirrors. And for fans of EWF and American funk music in general — the band is a phenomenon absolutely not to be missed.

History of the bandIn late 1983, Earth, Wind & Fire went on an extended “hiatus.” Although there were noises made subsequently from time to time, the group that had defined its unique sound was gone. Then in 1990, the former EWF guitarist, Al McKay decided to put a band together from the remains of the original group, initially for some special performances in Japan. Calling themselves the “LA Allstars,” the group assembled former members of EWF into a model of the original rhythm section driven group, organized around the all important guitar work of McKay.

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Grupo Niche is a legendary Colombian salsa orchestra formed in 1980, recognized by critics and public alike, as the most successful in Latin America for the last three decades. It was founded in the city of Bogotá by Jairo Varela Martinez and Alexis Lozano.

In 1984, Jairo Varela, composed and produced the song 'Cali Pachanguero', a song that would finally bring national recognition to Grupo Niche and was declared the official song of the Cali Fair. From that moment on, the success of the band took flight. Grupo Niche

started a new phase in 1988 with some great hits such as 'Nuestro Sueño' and 'Come Podre Disimular', with which they conquered Peru and Venezuela. In 1990, Jairo Varela produced 'Cielo de Tambores', the group’s must successful album, with huge international hits such as 'Una Aventura' and 'Debiera Olvidarla'. The nineties were a golden age for Grupo Niche, until 1995, when Jairo Varela was jailed by the Colombian Tax Office. This however was not an obstacle for the orchestra, which continued working and recording under remote instructions of its director. Varela kept writing songs, keeping in touch with

the changing times and launching new songs regularly. The international tours continued and the group visited even countries in Asia and Africa with much success. In 2012 however, Jairo Varela died suddenly from a heart attack. But Grupo Niche did not end with the death of its founder. His eldest daughter, Yanila Varela took over the general direction of the group and in March 2013, the new production 'Tocando el cielo con las manos' was completed. Grupo Niche will be the headliner on the second night of this year's Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival, on Saturday September 26th.

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In a career that spans three decades and a discography that includes more than a dozen eclectic and innovative recordings, six-time Grammy nominee Mike Stern has established himself as one of the premier jazz and jazz-fusion guitarists and composers of his generation.

Born in Boston in January 1953, Stern grew up in Washington DC, then returned to Boston to study at the Berklee College of Music. After college, he got his start as a guitar player with Blood, Sweat & Tears at age 22. Following a brief stint with Billy Cobham’s powerhouse fusion band from 1979 to 1980, he moved to New York City, where he was recruited by Miles Davis to play a key role in Miles’ celebrated comeback band of 1981 (which also included bassist Marcus Miller, drummer Al Foster, percussionist Mino Cinelu and saxophonist Bill Evans). During his three-year period with Miles, Stern appeared on three recordings with the jazz maestro – Man with the Horn,

Star People and the live We Want Miles. He toured with Jaco Pastorius’ Word of Mouth Band from 1983 through 1985 and returned to Miles’ lineup for a second tour of duty that lasted close to a year.

From then on, Stern built a stellar career for himself, making groundbreaking Grammy-nominated albums and working with such celebrated colleagues as David Sanborn, Jaco Pastorius, Michael Brecker, The Yellowjackets, Richard Bona, Kenny Garrett, Meshell Ndegeocello, Gregoire Maret, Jim Beard and Bela Fleck. The ‘90s proved to be a prolific and critically successful period for Stern. His acclaimed 1993 release, Standards (And Other Songs), earned him the pick of Best Jazz Guitarist of the Year by the readers and critics of Guitar Player magazine. More recognition came at the start of the new century. At the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal in 2007, Stern was honored with the Miles Davis Award, which was created to recognize

internationally acclaimed jazz artists whose body of work has contributed significantly to the renewal of the genre. In 2009, in the first in a series of articles to celebrate DownBeat’s 75th anniversary, Stern was named to the venerable jazz magazine’s list of 75 Great Guitarists. The list spotlights many all-time great jazz, blues and beyond guitarists and shows the wide-ranging influence that the guitar has had on music since it made its way into jazz in the 1920s. In 2012, Stern was presented with Guitar Player magazine’s Certified Legend Award. Past GP Legends include Les Paul, Duane Eddy, Dick Dale, Larry Carlton, and Tommy Emmanuel. Mike Stern and his band will play on Friday, September 25th, at the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival.

Mike Stern Band... You can’t get any closer to a Super group: dennis Chambers - DrumsJanek Gwizdala - BassBob Franceschini - SaxophonesMike Stern - Guitar

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Maite Hontelé, dutch by birth but Colombian by heart, has changed for good the way to look at and experience Latin American music. Her music is an invitation to be happy, to enjoy good taste and to Caribbean nostalgia. It is a perfect blend of European elegance and tropical color and joy. This has been reflected on her 3 albums: Llegó la Mona, Mujer Sonora and déjame así, which was nominated in 2014 for a Latin Grammy in the category Best Salsa Album.

Trumpeter Maite Hontelé was born in Utrecht, Holland, and was raised with music. Her parents owned a huge collection of salsa and son Cubano, and every day she would listen to Latin music, quite unusual for a Dutch girl. After playing a few years with the local

brass band, she decided to become a musician, and studied latin and jazz trumpet at the Conservatory of Rotterdam.

Her first big tour was life-changing. She went to Colombia, the country where she now lives. In 2004, Maite toured with the world-famous Buena Vista Social Club. In 2009 Maite launched her first album, Llegó la Mona, a salsa-tribute to Colombian music. This album was made with the purpose to tour more in that country. Among the gigs she played was the Medellin Jazz Festival. That year turned out to be very important for her. Not only did Maite record her first album, touring Colombia and playing at the Medellin Jazz Festival, she found the place where she wanted to continue to live and make music. That’s when she decided to move to Medellin.

In 2010, Maite released her second production, Mujer Sonora. The album is focused on old-school styles such as son and charanga, but also contains some spicy salsa-tracks. This album was presented at the 2010 North Sea Jazz Festival, and on various international tours. In 2011 and 2012 Maite toured many countries with her band, and was a guest with Ruben Blades, Yuri Buenaventura, Issac Delgado, Diego Galé, Juan Carlos Coronel, Oscar D’León, and many others. Her 3rd album, Déjame Asi, was released in April 2013, and earned her a Latin Grammy-nomination in the category Best Salsa Album. Maite Hontelé is currently touring Europe and Latin America. She will perform on Saturday September 26th at the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival.

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The ploctones represent everything that jazz is about. They express a feeling of liberation, that can only exist in your wildest fantasies. Their music swings, howls, vibrates, bangs and whacks like nothing else. And if you would describe improvisation as ‘a question of catching what goes around’, then the ploctones prove that they have a perfectly tuned antenna for this. Half a note is enough to create a musical universe. But there is not only jazz in this universe.

So what is it that the Ploctones blow through their microphones? Jazz rock, blues or funk? Latin, kaseko, punk, pop, r&b, country, bluegrass? All styles are in there. The Ploctones are a highly physical band. Efraïm Trujillo blows the bottom out of his tenor saxophone, Anton Goudsmit is producing electric shocks from his guitar, Jeroen Vierdag dances

over his bass strings and Martijn Vink steadily makes the impossible possible on his drums. This is not a band in which a proper rhythm section indicates the time and the soloists take turns in doing their thing. The role-playing is constantly shifting. As unambiguous as their song titles are (translated to English that is Ass, Shut Up, Boner Phobia and The Thirst), as ingenious is their music, ranging from a ticking time bomb, ready to explode, to the finest clockwork mechanism.

It was the year 2004 and suddenly The Ploctones were there. Everyone knew Anton Goudsmit as the secret weapon of the New Cool Collective but nobody ever experienced him in the role of a band leader. But is he really a band leader? At the most he is the face of an anarchistic gang, serving only the law of the right note at the right time.

In 2009 their first studio album, 050, came out. The album received an overwhelming amount of positive reviews the media. And on top of that, Anton Goudsmit was awarded the prestigious Dutch jazz award, the VPRO/Boy Edgar Prize, which all resulted in a solid position for the band on the Dutch stages. In 2011 their latest album 3…2…1… was released and it was immediately nominated for the Edison Jazz National (the Dutch Grammy). Again the band did an extended tour and rolled over the lowlands like a fireball. 2013 marked the release of the 4th album of the Ploctones ‘Ploc’. A tour in The Netherlands and abroad is currently booked.

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Grammy winning trumpeter Roy Hargrove, has firmly established himself among the premier players in Jazz & Beyond. With nearly 20 recordings as a leader, and many more as an indispensable sideman, Roy (an early devotee of legendary david “Fathead” Newman), has played and recorded with luminaries such as Sonny Rollins, Herbie Hancock, Roy Haynes, dizzy Gillespie, Oscar peterson. He introduced his groundbreaking Hip Hop/Jazz group, RH FACTOR to the world, while leaving indelible imprints on a vast array of projects, as he continually flexes his musical chops to thrilled audiences the world over.

Biography.At 45, trumpeter Roy Hargrove has firmly established himself as among the premier players in jazz and beyond. Ever-stretching into more challenging and colorful ways to flex his musical skills, Hargrove has made an unique and irreplacable contribution to a vast array of artful settings. During his tenure on the Verve label alone, he has recorded an album with a hand-picked collection of the world’s greatest tenor saxophonists (With the Tenors of Our Time), an album of standards with strings (Moment to Moment) and, in 2003, introduced his own hip hop/jazz collective "The RHFactor" with the groundbreaking CD

Hard Groove (swiftly followed by the limited edition EP, Strength).

Hargrove has also won Grammy® Awards for two vastly different projects. In 1997, Roy’s Cuban-based band Crisol (including piano legend Jesus “Chucho” Valdes and wonder drummer Horatio “El Negro” Hernandez) won the Best Latin Jazz Performance Grammy for the album Habana. And in 2002, Hargrove, Herbie Hancock and Michael Brecker won Best Instrumental Jazz Album, Individual or Group, for their three-way collaboration Directions in Music.

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Barely two weeks after setting foot on American soil for the first time, Roberta surprised the Jazz world by finishing third in the 1998 Thelonious Monk Vocal Competition. With this recognition as a springboard, and the assistance of some of the greatest musicians of the world, who immediately appreciated her talent, and invited her to perform with them, she quickly became a fixture on the international jazz circuit, appearing in major concert halls, festivals, & clubs around the globe. Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, Hollywood Bowl etc.

As a result Roberta has had the good fortune to appear in concert & record with such giants as Dave Brubeck, James Moody, Hank Jones, Clark Terry, Herbie Hancock, Michael and Randy Brecker, Jimmy Heath, Roy Hargrove,

Jimmy Cobb, Slide Hampton, Frank Wess, Eric Gunnison, Neil Swainson, Toots Thielemans, Paquito D’Rivera, Mark O’Conner, Cyrus Chestnut, Percy Heath, Ron Carter, Johnny Griffin, John Lee, Billy Higgins, Cedar Walton, Ray Drummond, George Cables, James Morrison, Kenny Burrell and many others

Roberta’s first CD, "Easy to love", was nominated for a Grammy Award, as was her third, "So in love", which was also awarded the Grand Prix du Jazz Vocal 2009, by the Jazz Academy of France. She was twice named the “Female Jazz Singer of the Year” by The Jazz Journalists Association 2007 & 2009. One of the most important Music figures of the 20th century; the late Benny Carter, cited Roberta as his favorite singer.

In 2008 Roberta recorded a superb duet album titled "You are There" with the Legendary pianist Hank Jones. Mr. Jones - who accompanied most of the celebrated vocalists of 20th Century, such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee, Carmen McRae, Nat King Cole - declared Roberta Gambarini “The Best Singer to emerge in the last 60 years”.

Every once in a while, a truly great singer comes along, who possesses the beauty, individuality and talent to remind us, once again, of the magical majesty of the human voice.

That singer is Roberta Gambarini.

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Jessy's had a gangbuster career already. She scored back-to-back hits, #1 Song of the year and a #1 Billboard Album in 2011. Two years after her self-produced album ‘Second Chances’ she’s back with the brand new Cd 'My One and Only One', produced by paul Brown! Jessy J burst onto the contemporary jazz scene in 2008, blending her love for Latin rhythms and jazz on her chart-topping, award-winning debut album Tequila Moon. Jessy earned the Radio & Records “Debut Artist of The Year” Award and Contemporary Jazz “Song of the Year” by both R&R and Billboard for the title track, which held the #1 spot on the chart for eight weeks. The talented saxophonist, pianist, singer and songwriter who has worked with

everyone from The Temptations to Michael Bublé, has been developing her musical voice since she was very young, when she could be found practicing the saxophone, instead of heading out to play with friends. Words like dedicated, focused and hard-working all describe her drive and motivation to succeed and make music a life-long career. With her fourth release, Second Chances, released on Shanachie Entertainment on September 10, 2013, Jessy reaches a major milestone as she takes over the reigns as the producer of the new album. The set features collaborations with Grammy Award nominated keyboardist-producer Jeff Lorber, Grammy Award-winning guitarist Norman Brown, renowned bassist Jimmy Haslip (formerly with The Yellowjackets) and legendary pianist Joe Sample.

My One And Only One is Jessy J's most deliciously grooving, sensuous, creative work to date. Produced by the great Paul Brown (George Benson, Boney James, Peter White), the album features special guest, Grammy winning keyboardist Gregg Karukas. Highlights include Jessy's sensitive re-imaginings of Adele's "Lovesong," Toni Braxton's "You're Makin' Me High," the R&B classic "Strawberry Letter 23" plus 7 great Jessy J originals!

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Woodwind specialist with over 30 years of performance experience in the Caribbean, Venezuela, the uSA and Europe.

Delbert Bernabela, born on the island of Aruba, started to play guitar in his teens.After high school he attended Berklee College of music, Boston USA initially as a guitar major later switching to flute and then saxophone. In 1984 he graduated with a bachelor's degree in professional music. Immediately after college Delbert began working in several showbands in various hotels and restaurants on his native island. Then came performances during major jazz and music festivals in the Caribbean, the USA , Venezuela and Europe. Delbert plays a blend of jazz and Caribbean, pop and classical music.

In 2009 he moved to the Netherlands where he currently lives. Living in Europe was a bit of a challenge at first but being a versatile artist made it possible for him to quickly adapt and find his place in the Dutch music scene. In 2012 he started his own music school Berna Music College

Delbert has played among others with Roy Hargrove, Kirk Whalum, Arturo Sandoval, Ron Kenoly, Paquito D’Rivera, Lucas van Merwijk, Naomi Tamura, Cubop bigband and Caribbean Jam.

In the meantime he was guest soloist and orchestrator at the Dutch Swing College Band and the Dutch Wind Ensemble, conductor of several gospel choirs and orchestras, producer for jazz/latin and film projects and pop events.

He performed on numerous occasions for the Dutch Royal family.

At the moment Delbert is working on several new projects. In november there will be the release of his new album ‘Jazz meets Classic’. This album is an unique cooperation between Delbert and Naomi Tamura, a Japanese classical pianist which he met in Amsterdam. The album contains rearrangements of well known classical peaces and some original compositions as well.

Shortly after the release of ‘Jazz meets Classic’ there will also be a new jazz album with original compositions and a gospel album.

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buY Your tICKetsEarly Bird tickets (available until June 30th 2015) uS$40 per day

General Admission pre sale uS$55 per day

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VIp Cocktail uS$175 per day(includes a stool at a cocktail-table)

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Tickets can be purchased online @ www.caribbeanseajazz.com or buy your General Admission tickets at the following ticket outlets: Super Food :: Valero Boulevard :: Valero Essoville :: Plaza bookshop :: The Market at Alhambra :: Palm Tours Desks :: Red Sail Sports Desks

youth tickets (until 16 years and only valid in combination with an ID) AWG 10,- per dayAvailable at: UNOCA - Stadionweg 21 - Oranjestad - Phone 583-5681 or Cas di Cultura - Vondellaan 2 - Oranjestad - Phone 582-1010

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SATuRdAy SEpT.26 :: 22:30 :: dIVI STAGERobert Jeand'or is one of Aruba's very own national treasures. He also has some of the best CSJF stories to tell. "Last year, we were called by the organizers to come play that same night. One of the bands that was booked wasn't able to play at the last minute. That turned out to be one great show. The year before we played the festival in the rain. I mean, it was pouring. But we kept on playing and everybody kept on dancing in the rain!" Those performances confirmed yet again what locals already know for decades; that Robert Jeand'or and his Solo Banda Show are not to be missed. As a musician, Robert has an unparalleled resume, having played with the greatest names in salsa and merengue, from Johnny Rivera to Celia Cruz and Juan Luis Guerra. He is also a great mentor to many young musicians on the island.

FRIdAy SEpT.25 :: 19:00 :: pAdu STAGE'Failing to fail'. That has been the motto of local band The Failures for the past seventeen years. And with such a jovial and slightly mischievous attitude they have managed to always stay true to that creed. The group of friends would always hang out, down some beers and play at each other's parties or just whenever they'd happen to be together in the same room. They’ve been participating in the Caiso and Soca Monarch contest for the past ten years. Bandmembers play the bottle-pet, which is basically a beerbottle with the bottom cut out, which is then blown like a trumpet. One year, the soca contest-organizer considered them to be so ramshackle that they would only pay them half the fee, but last year The Failures hit serious paydirt with the infectious roadjam of the year, '60 years of Mass'.

FRIdAy SEpT.25 :: 20:15 :: puRpLE STAGEIt's quite safe to say that Chris Kross is a local prodigy. He's only 19 years old, but he's already been playing music since he's seven years old. In 2009 - only six years ago, mind you - he received an electric guitar as a gift after he mastered playing ‘Guitar Hero’. For the past four years Chris has been working as a fulltime musician, playing electric and acoustic guitar. "I play everything, from soca to rock to salsa to R&B, anything from the western part of the world, really", he says with a confidence that belies his age. His musical influences are Pat Metheny, Miles Davis, Al Jareau and Toto among others, and his favorite musical styles are fusion, jazz standards, Latin jazz and bossa nova. For his performance at the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival (his second year in a row), Chris is bringing out his current band 'Fuente' to come play with him. Besides Chris, the band consists of Siegfried Hart on drums, Ivan Quandus on bass and Susjaira Kerpens on vocals.

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SATuRdAy SEpT.26 :: 20:00 :: dIVI STAGESo what do you do when you study at Cas di Cultura's famed music academy and you want to go out and play? You start a band! That's exactly what the brothers Jeanoir and Pierre Koolman did, forming their band Live Xpressions. First playing at local malls about three years ago, then in hotels. The following year they were already booked at Caribbean Sea Jazz. "At first our concept was more instrumental, with a four-piece band", recalls Jeanoir Koolman. "Nowadays we have a different setup. For this year's festival we're planning to play more pop." Jeanoir plays guitar and Pierre plays the drums, while Milly Hernandez plays bass. Gyslaine Helder sings, while Ronald Hopman plays saxophone and Johnny Scharbaay sits in on piano. "We have tons of influences, but actually one of our favorite bands right now is Maroon 5. We have quite a few of their songs in our repertoire."

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SATuRdAy SEpT.26 :: 19:15 :: pAdu STAGEAfter being the first Aruban to receive a degree in improvisational piano with a classical base at the Amsterdam Conservatory in 1993, Johnny Scharbaay went on to study music technology. There he mastered all the skills necessary for arranging, producing and recording music. He’s now back on the island, after pursuing several academic goals in the arts, all the while performing at jazz festivals and in front of royalty even at official events in the Kingdom, but also all across Europe. For this year’s edition of CSJF, Johnny’s playing in several bands. He will be playing with Live Xpressions, Fuentes and with his own ‘ Johnny Desmond Band’, featuring Ivan Quandus on bass, Jeremy Bonarriba on drums and Martin Buitenweg on guitar and with guest artist Efraim Trujillo, from The Ploctones, on tenor saxophoon.

FRIdAy SEpT.25 :: 19:45 :: dIVI STAGEMichael Bremo says that he doesn't come from a musical family, like other musicians on the island tend to do. However, it must be said that the 27-year old drummer has made quite a name for himself in the last ten years. Bremo played for the Royal Family in the Netherlands, was accepted right away at the conservatory in Rotterdam and played CSJF several times. At home in Oklahoma he plays with many of the current great names on the road. In 2011 he played at CSJF for the first time as a band leader. This year the line-up will feature Sergio Janssen on guitar, Raul Reyes Bueno on bass, Zachary Lee on trombone, Michael Cameron on saxophone and Thelonious Monk Award winner Jean Caze on trumpet. Hailing from places like Cuba, the US, Haiti and Aruba, the band will definitely bring many flavors to the mix.

SATuRdAy SEpT.26 :: 18:30 :: dIVI STAGEThis year's edition of the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival will see the start of a new, and very exciting musical project on Aruba. For the first time in many years Aruba will know it's very own fulltime jazz orchestra. It has no name yet, but it does have a leader: trumpeter Franklin Granadillo. "The idea for the orchestra is to have an institutionalized platform in which skilled young players on the island can participate and learn the proper methods of play and improvisation in an ensemble", according to Granadillo. To this day, his focus is on educating young local musicians. His new jazz orchestra will feature five trumpets, four trombones, five saxophones and a complete rhythm section including a full percussion set, a permanent deal that will continue to perform at functions, festivals, but also in local schools, making sure new generations get in contact with Caribbean music and Latin jazz.

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FRIdAy SEpT.25 :: SuzuKI MINI pLAzAGladys, born in Cuba, started dancing at the age of 9 at the Elementary school of Ballet in Cuba. At the age of 15 she continued her dancing career learning locals and internationals dance at the ENA National School of Dance. After graduating she performed at The Parisien as first soloist dancer.She has been taking care of her two daughters for 5 years before she started training and perform again for special occasions. After a Yoga retreat in Costa Rica, a Zumba certification in the Caribbean and a Pain Management training in the USA, she now opened her own company named: 'Functional Movement By Gladys'. Her performance at the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival involves multi-planar, multi-joint movements, biomechanics in Yoga, Zumba, Fitness and Dance.

SATuRdAy SEpT.26 :: SuzuKI MINI pLAzATaiisia Alleyne with Royal Dreams is a self thaught dancer and choreographer amongst other things. She started dancing at the young age of 5 and has been doing choreography since the age of 17. For the past 5 years Taiisia has been a proud part of the Caribbean Sea Jazz festival, blowing up the stages with amazing creative dance performances. D-Royalty is her dance crew that has been performing at numerous events all around the island and they are mostly known for their memorable flashmobs. Taiisia is also the founder of Royal Dreams Foundation. RDF was created with the sole intention of helping kids and young adults with little or no resources to pursue their artistic dreams. Taiisia Alleyne is creative and passionate in whatever she does. And she always says: dREAMS dO COME TRuE!

FRI. 25 + SAT. SEpT.26 :: SuzuKI MINI pLAzAAruba’s Tango couple: Mady&RafaUpon her arrival in the Caribbean in 2012 Mady was introduced to Rafa Oliana, the Argentine Tango artist/pioneer on the islands. As fortunate muses they went filling the atmosphere with sophistication and love for Tango. Amongst others they performed twice at celebrations for the Dutch Royals. Mady & Rafa engages in regular and various artistic and educational projects. Recently they opened the first Aruban Tango House. In summer 2016 Rafa projects the first Aruban Tango Festival. “We safeguard the authenticity and pureness as the most essential in our Tango”, says Rafa Oliana. www.RafaOliana.com (Photography by Claudia Sanches & Miguel Russo Hart)

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roY HArgroveThe wizard goes to schoolJazz-trumpeter Roy Hargrove, who will play with his hip hop-inspired RH Factor at CSJF, will take some time to teach a class in one of Aruba's elementary schools. There he will show the kids what magic you can expect out of a true wizard's trumpet.

Anton gouDsmItMaster guitar player will bring you musical craziness Anton Goudsmit may very well be the most acclaimed jazz guitarist in all of Europe. Here at CSJF, we know him also as a bit crazy, but in a good way! Anton will also give a class at a school and we are sure afterwards the place will never be the same.

mAIte Hontelé Workshop with a ‘sabor’ LatinoAfter her stellar performance together with salsa legend Oscar D’Leon at CSJF 2012, Maite Hontelé is taking over the world. Aruba was early in catching her as a rising star, and Maite is giving back by giving a salsa music workshop. So children, put on your dancing shoes, because this session is going to be ‘sabroso’!

CSJF gives back to the communityAruba is a gorgeous island, which is why we should all make an effort to keep it that way. The Caribbean Sea Foundation is aware of the need of cultural development of our youth. Since actions speak louder than words, we have actually been do something about it and want to continue with it.For each edition of our festival we ask our international artists a bit of their time to share their skills and music with Aruban students and school kids. During these very special workshops, the artists have the complete freedom to share and teach in whatever way they like. Kids and young people get the opportunity to jam with them, learn from the best in the business and be inspired for life.

All the workshops are for free and this is only possible because of organizations like UNOCA http://www.unocaruba.org and Prins Bernhard Cultuurfonds Caribisch Gebied http://www.pbccaribbean.com, who have been supporting our festival from the beginning.

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• Wednesday Sept. 23 Jam Session Casibari Café 7 pm till 11 pm

• Friday Sept. 25 After party Café De Plaza 1 am till 4 am

• Wednesday Sept. 30 Live entertainment Casibari Café 7 pm till 11 pm

• Plus surprise pop-up gigs in various locations!

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Now here is something that you will not want to miss: local top talent will be warming up for the festival with a proper Jam Session on Wednesday September 23rd. This music performance will be held at the popular Casibari Café and Restaurant, a typical local outdoor setting where you are surrounded by rocks and cactuses under the clear sky and shining stars. Casibari is the place to be for a good BBQ dinner before you go to the Festival at the Renaissance Marketplace for some great live performances. You have to experience this awesome night out in the local cunucu.

On Friday September 25th the party continues at Café De Plaza at the Renaissance Marketplace. All CSJF artists are invited to jam with each other for this special occasion. So after some Boogie in Jazz Wonderland and getting extra energy from Mike Stern, you're invited for some more party! Do not miss this.

And just when you think the party is over......the show continues!! On Wednesday September 30th we will look back at the 9th edition of our beautiful festival which is impossible to do without an excellent musical performance. So be prepared and hold the date!!

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THE FAILuRESCarl Michael Bikker (musical director); Esmond Jones (bottle/Vocal); Alejandro Gario (conga); Antonio Mingo (bassdrum/Vocal); Ewald Mohamed (bongo/Vocal); Freddy Maduro (timbales); Giovanni Meulens (djembe); Kenneth Bosnie (djembe/Vocal); Edwin Mohamed (djembe/bassdrum); Henderson Burgin (bass); Celeste Richardson (Vocal); Sonny Richardson (bottle/Vocal); Frenky dircks (accordion/bassdrum); Ettiene Janga (bottle/Vocal); Robert philips (steelpan); Markwin Ignacio (djembe)

RH FACTORRoy Hargrove (trumpet); Bobby Ray Sparks (keyboard); Renee Neufville (Vocals); Bruce Williams (saxophone); Todd parnsow (guitar); Jason Thomas (drums); Tivon pennicott (saxophone); Brian Hargrove (keyboard); Lenny Stallworth (bass)

EARTH WINd & FIRE ExpERIENCE FT. THE ALL MCCAy ALLSTARSLuis Gonzalez Abreu (trumpet); Ben dowling (keyboards); deVere duckett (Vocals); Freddie Flewelen (bass guitar); dean Gant (keyboards); Aaron Haggerty (drums); Justin Kirk (trombone); david Leach (percussion); Al McKay (guitar); Tim Owens (Vocals); Omar peralta (trumpet); Claude Woods (Vocals); Ed Wynne (saxophone)

MICHAEL BREMO BANdMichael Bremo (drums); Sergio Jansen (guitar); Raul Reyes Bueno (bass); zachary Lee (trombone); Michael Cameron (sax); Jean Caze (trumpet)

THE pLOCTONESMartijn Christiaan Vink (drums); Efraim desiderius Marcus Trujillo (saxophone); Anton Marinus Goudsmit (guitar); Jeroen Vierdag (bass)

FuENTEChris Kross (guitar); Siegfried Hart (drums); Ivan Quandus (bass); Susjaira Kerpens (Vocals)

dELBERT BERNABELAdelbert Bernabela (tenorsax); david Bernabela (bass guitar); Michael Bremo (drums)

MIKE STERNdennis Chambers (drums); Mike Stern (guitar); Robert Franceschini (saxophone); Janek Gwizdala (bass)

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JOHNNy SCHARBAAy QuARTETJohnny Scharbaay (piano/synth); Ivan Quandus (bass); Martin Buitenweg (guitar); Michael Bremo (drums); With guest performer: Efraim Trujillo (tenor saxophone)

MAITE HONTELÉMaite Hontelé (trumpet); Jesus david Garces (keys); Cristian Valderrama (percussion); yulian Castro Ramirez (percussion); david Fernando Mona (percussion); diego Fernando Holgun (Vocals); Juan pablo Agudelo (cuban guitar); Jose Miguel Juvinao (bass)

GRupO NICHE Arnold Moreno (Vocals); yuri Toro (Vocals); Luis Ochoa (piano); Francisco Ocoro (bass); douglas Guevara (percussion - timbal); Juan Murillo (percussion - congas); Fabio Celorio (percussion - bongo); Oswaldo Salazar (trumpet); Javier Bahamon (trumpet); Carlos zapata (trumpet); Ramon Benitez (trombone)

FRANKLIN GRANAdILLO BIG BANdFranklin Granadillo (director/ trumpet); Ederick Maduro (sax); Ronald Hopman (sax); Jairo Valles (sax) Robert dumfries (trombone); Arnaldo Gibbs (trombone); Radamis Jimenez (trombone); Giovanni Romero (trombone); Oscar Serrano (trumpet); Roderick Albus (trumpet); dennison Abrahams (trumpet); Faroud Henriquez (trumpet); George Viguir (trumpet); Angelo Kock (piano); Ivan Quandus (bass); Carlos Bislip (drums/Vibes); Christopher Rodulfo (congas); Lidrick Solognier (timbales); Moises de l’Isle (bongo’s/cowbel)

LIVE xpRESSIONSJeanoir Koolman (guitar); pierre Koolman (drums); Milly Hernandez (bass); Gyslaine Helder (Vocals); Ronald Hopman (saxophone); Johnny Scharbaay (piano)

ROBERT JEANd’ORRobert Jeand’or (director/bass/vocals); Henri Croes (trumpet); Tico donato (trumpet); Eddy Ras (trombone); Chris Otten (piano/synth); Giovanni Tromp (Vocals); Marlon Willems (Vocals); Jeffrey Kelly (Vocals); Randy Koolman (percussion) Alex Koolman (percussion); Eugene Jones (drums); Francis Henriques (sound engineer); Marcelino Werleman (stage assistant)

ROBERTA GAMBARINI Roberta Gambarini (Vocals); Quincy phillips (drums); Sullivan Fortner (piano); Justin Robinson (saxophone); Ameen Saleem (acoustic bass)

JESSy JFrank Abraham (bass); Iajhi Hampden (drums); Keita Matsuno (guitar); Jessy J (saxophone); Norman Jackson; Larry Garcia

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The relationship between music and the visual arts, two elements that nourish the soul, in their creation and appreciation, has long been recognized not only by intellectuals but by all levels of art lovers in our society. Scholars have long reflected on those aspects of culture involved in the world of music and art sciences. They have studied the relationship between the two arts and their mutual elements of creativity, enjoying them in conjunction.

We, even though, not conscious, have found that the contemplation of a beautiful work of art is enhanced while listening to music that seems appropriate. Invariably, art gallery openings are often orchestrated by music, which sets the mood and harmonizes with the work of the artist.

The Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival Art Gallery offers you an experience to enjoy the synergy between “Music and Visual Arts: There will be a variety of displays of paintings, photography, sculptures, and arts &crafts by local and some international artists during the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival. Once again, the exhibition participating artists will get together to create a cooperative painting on the spot. The last year’s cooperative painting will be raffled by the end of the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival. There will be some silent auctions as well during the exhibition.

We invite you to come and feast your senses, enjoy the ambiance, and feed your soul!

Michiko TakatsuCurators on the go!“A Foundation for Artists by Artist”- bring community together with Creativity.588-2267 / [email protected]

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The food court at the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival 2014 was a great success and that is why we didn’t want to change a lot about it this year. We do have a few new stands with super nice items. Check out the menu items that are presented to you this year.

The food court is conveniently located at the centre of the Festival site, offering ample seats and a good view of the main stage, eight local quality restaurants offer delicious menu items that will

keep you going all night long with very reasonable prices.The doors of the festival and the food court will open at 6pm. Enjoy your dinner, coffee and dessert in a cozy garden setting and watch the sunset while enjoying the first tunes of one of the opening performers. Make sure to get the biggest bang out of your entrance fee by starting the festival celebrations early!You can pay at all eight outlets with festival tokens, available at centrally

located cashiers on the festival terrain. And even better – you can order any food item of your desire, without having to stick to one specific restaurant! So if you like chicken sate and your partner would like to try the “ropa vieja”, both can order the menu item of their preference and enjoy it together at a table inside the Food Court. Dining out was never this easy and enjoyable for everyone! Start the 9th edition of the Caribbean Sea Jazz Festival in style at the Food Court. Enjoy!

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CIlo• Chicken Saté 4 tokens 2 chicken skewers served with peanut sauce• Clear beef soup 4 tokens A clear beef soup with chunks of beef, vegetables, potato, sweet potato and corn• CILO Burger 6 tokens Homemade beef burger on a bun, served with fried mushrooms, onions and cocktail sauce• Steak Sandwich 6 tokens Soft hotdog bun served with marinated beef tenderloin and garlic & cocktail sauce

stArbuCKs• Frappuccino 5 tokens Caramel, Mocha, White Mocha, Vanilla Cream, Strawberry & Cream, Chocolate Cream• Hot brew coffee 2 tokens

HopI bon grIll • Chicken Teriyaki 5 tokens fried rice • Breaded grouper 6 tokens with white rice • Quesillo 6 tokens (Caramel flan)

CAfé tHe plAzA• Friet 3 tokens• Broodje frikandel 3 tokens• Broodje kroket 3 tokens• Broodje hamburger 5 tokens

lA foCACCIA• Sea Food 5 tokens- Mixed sea food ceviche with a passion fruit dressing- Shrimps -brochette in papelon sauce • Mixed brochette 4 tokens- with vegetables and salad• Focaccia 4 tokens- Prosciutto and dry tomatoes- Oregano and parmesan cheese with mushrooms• Mini pizzas 3 tokens- different flavors• Variety of pastries 2 tokens• Juices 2 tokens- Mango, Watermelon, Strawberry, Passion fruit and Lemonade

nestlé ICe CreAmDrumsticks and scoops of delicious Nestlé ice cream in a variety of flavors from 1.5 tokens

CubA’s CooKIng• Ropa Vieja 6 tokens With rice and sweet plantains • Picadilla de Res 6 tokens With rice and sweet plantains • Cuban Sandwich 7 tokens With chips

pApIAmento restAurAnt • Kerri Kerri Sandwich 5 tokens Aruban style stewed fish • Carni Stoba Sandwich 5 tokens Aruban style beef stew • Pisca Tempera 5 tokens Fish Vinaigrette • Keeshi Yena 5 tokens Authentic Aruban dish with beef and chicken with prunes, cashews, olives & wine • Oyster Soup 4 tokens Local style creamy oyster soup

1 TOKEN IS AWG 2,- / uS$1,25

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A world of discovery awaitsat renaissance aruba resort & casino we live life to discover. We inspire guests to embrace new experiences that engage in ways never imagined – to sip, savor, see, and shop the hip stores, eateries, and events that locals frequent – all within walking distance of the resort. plus, there’s plenty to do right outside your door. live the pampered life at okeanos spa or court lady luck at our two world-class casinos or discover secluded luxury on aruba's private beaches at renaissance Island. Indulge your inner diva with hot-off-the-runway designer brands at the renaissance mall. Indulge yourself at wine tastings, mixology mixers, or demonstrations by acclaimed chefs. Find inspiration at exhibits hosted by talented local artists, or simply dance the night away to the beat of the hottest dJs while overlooking the vibrant heart of downtown oranjestad. the good life awaits, and it’s our pleasure to help you discover it.

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dance to the Heartbeat of ArubarlifelIVe is a platform that gives renaissance guests the opportunity to meet local artists in intimate settings. renaissance aruba resort & casino embodies rlifelive unlike any resort in the renaissance family by immersing your senses the moment you arrive and engaging you in the island’s most fashionable events. here, you are center stage – at the epicenter of excitement. and our goal is to indulge your inner artist, audiophile, gourmand, sophisticate, and pleasureseeker with our discovery events. prepare to be enthralled by local trendsetters in music, mixology, the arts, culinary arts, fashion, and more. so cue the music – it’s time to inspire your personal journey of discovery. learn more at renhotels.com/events.

divi Village Golf & Beach Resortlocated directly across from eagle beach and surrounded by the stunning the links at divi aruba golf course, divi Village golf & beach resort is stacked full of on-site amenities your entire family will love. the resort’s four sparkling freshwater pools offer everything from kid-tested water slides to quiet adult areas and a swim-up bar. With activities and amenities including beachside rock climbing, an on-site 9-hole golf course, lighted tennis courts, a rejuvenating spa, a modern fitness center, four incredible restaurants and a sports bar, divi Village golf & beach resort is sure to please every member of your family. the resort features studio, one and two bedroom suites and golf villas along the links golf course, with all rooms offering fully equipped kitchens, spacious living areas and private balconies or patios with ocean, pool, garden or golf course views.

www.divivillage.com

divi / Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusivearuba’s ultimate hot spot on the beach, where the fun never stops. try our water sports, seaside fitness center or spa. Go exploring on a bike. There are nine great dining choices, seven bars to choose from, live entertainment every night and the nearby alhambra casino where you can try your luck. and, all guest rooms are just steps from the sand and pools. stay, dine and play at the divi aruba all inclusive or at the tamarijn aruba all inclusive.

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Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort, Spa & Casinoescape to the hyatt regency aruba resort spa & casino, a premier beachfront hotel in palm beach, where sugary white beaches and the gloriously blue caribbean sea captivate your senses. experience luxurious pampering and exquisite touches that enhance every moment of your vacation in paradise. breathe in fresh tropical breezes and the breathtaking scenery of our tranquil aruba hotel and resort. From elegantly modern guestrooms to intimate gathering spaces, you will delight in the beauty of our design. discover inner peace as you relax on our silky white sand beach, laze by our sparkling pools or rejuvenate your body with nourishing treatments in our brand new Zoia spa. enjoy sailing, scuba diving and kayaking adventures on the clear-blue sea, or try your luck in the hyatt regency casino. our palm beach, aruba hotel is the ultimate island retreat where you are inspired to play, recharge, love, dream and explore.

www.aruba.hyatt.com

Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casinolocated along the gorgeous caribbean coastline, the new hilton aruba caribbean resort & casino is a blissful and tropical escape. relax by two sparkling pools, play table games at the casino, unwind at the beachfront spa, and learn to scuba dive. Whether here for a wedding or family getaway, our wealth of amenities and resort activities ensure a pleasant stay.

this aruba hotel features 355 vibrant guest rooms, each with WiFi access, an lcd tV, mini-refrigerator and a patio or balcony. upgrade for private concierge service, custom wall art and executive lounge access. many suites feature a separate living area with sofa bed, dining table and chairs, multiple balconies and a whirlpool tub. a penthouse suite and accessible guest rooms are also available.

www.arubacaribbean.hilton.com

Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casinothe stunning ocean front aruba marriott resort & stellaris casino welcomes its guests to a contemporary caribbean resort experience. enjoy the culinary delights from the world renowned ruth’s chris steak house, or take in the beauty of the aruba sunset at the romantic beachfront simply Fish restaurant. While basking in the sun, guests will get pleasure from the enjoyable free form pool and swim-up bar or unwind at the adults’ only h2oasis pool. at the balinese-style mandara spa, guests can indulge in relaxation and at night, guests will be able to try their luck at the exciting 24-hours stellaris casino or move to the local rhythms at lounge 101.

For those looking for an exclusive getaway, the tradewinds club - an upscale hotel-within-a-hotel concept on the top floor of this Aruba resort, offers upgraded amenities, five daily dining presentations in the private lounge, a member-only beach area, and full access to the tradewinds concierge service.

come experience the aruba marriott resort & stellaris casino for the ultimate vacation experience!

(+297) 586-9000 | www.arubamarriott.com

RIu shines in Aruba with two palacesrIu hotels & resorts present its two all Inclusive palaces in aruba: the riu palace aruba and the adults only, riu Palace Antillas. Both five stars resorts located in Palm beach, have a luxurious, elegant and modern style combined with new services and facilities overlooking the crystalline waters of the caribbean.

all of the interiors are decorated in the modern style the rIu hotels chain is introducing in all its new projects. a concept based on clean, contemporary lines, where fresh, vibrant colours play a leading role. likewise, the rooms also have a new modern and comfortable image paired with the latest technology, such as flat-screen satellite TV, an electronic safe, and free WiFi.

the riu palace aruba and the riu palace antillas offer an amazing international buffet and four speciality restaurants. When it comes to the leisure and entertainment areas, during the day guests can enjoy the wonderful pools where they can relax in the sun. at night they also offer live music and shows. Furthermore, the riu palace antillas has a pacha nightclub as well as a full casino

www.hotelriupalaceantillas.com

La Cabana Beach Resort and Casinola cabana beach resort and casino combines vacation fun with all the conveniences of home.

opened on december 15, 1990, la cabana is proudly celebrating its 25th anniversary and boasts almost 13,000 owners hailing from all corners of the world, with the majority from the united states, Venezuela, canada, colombia and aruba. We are a sprawling resort village that boasts a perfect location right across from the famed alabaster white sands and glittering caribbean waters of eagle beach, named among the 10 best beaches in the world by conde nast. recently renovated accommodations are complemented by delightful restaurants and refreshing bars, a large swimming pool with waterslide, a fully equipped fitness center with certified personal trainers and a restorative spa, glitz casino, a mini market, shopping arcade, and so much more. amenities such as concierge desk to arrange for any on-land or water- adventures that you wish, WiFi, all kinds of activities, and even a day camp for the kids, assure a memorable vacation that the whole family can enjoy.

If you wish to become part of this happy family, visit our website: lacabanabrc.com for the most attractive prices for fixed weeks inventory on the island.

www.lacabanabrc.com

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ORGANIzATIONCaribbean Sea Jazz Festival 2015A production of:Purple Entertainment GroupDominicaweg 11Oranjestad, ArubaE-mail: [email protected] Website: www.caribbeanseajazz.com

FESTIVAL dIRECTORErik Jan Eman

ExECuTIVE pROduCERFriso Veenman

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GENERAL ORGANISATIONMartha Eman Paulien ter MeulenJerry van Steenoven

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