Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Valentine's Day at Elixir and Cooking Classes
Valentines Dinner at Elixir – Saturday, February 13, 2010
Bring your sweetie in for some great food and music
Music from 8-11 with Terry Ray Gould and Suzi Hastings otherwise known as Second Wind.
Valentine Menu
Starters
wild mushroom bisque
crispy pancetta, oyster crackers
$7
caesar salad
crushed croutons, parmesan,
house made caesar dressing
$8
oyster trilogy
shallot-black pepper mignonette, curry-apple salad,
tomato-horseradish salsa
$16
salmon rillette
fresh salmon, smoked salmon pate, warm crostini
$9
pan seared crab cakes
roasted corn-cajun spiced remoulade
$12
baked scallops coquille
zucchini, fennel, tomato,
goat cheese
$11
mesclun salad
herb vinaigrette
$5
stuffed dates
bacon, gorgonzola, balsamic glaze,
arugula salad
$11
Mains
pan roasted chicken medallions
meyer lemon, capers, arugula salad,
roasted vegetables
$17
rosemary braised lamb shank
pumpkin tortelloni, pan wine sauce
$19
porcini ravioli
parmesan-vegetable broth,
spinach flan
$20
tournedos rossini
foie gras, mushroom demi-glace,
au gratin potatoes, asparagus
$36
roasted stuffed veal chop
brandy demi-glace, bouquetiere vegetables,
potato-almond croquette
$34
baked stuffed shrimp
spinach-roasted garlic stuffing,
citrus butter, risotto
$18
bouillabaisse
mixed seafood, crostini, rouille
$22
baked stuffed lobster
scallop & lobster stuffing,
newburg sauce
$34
JP has some special desserts up his sleeve and we will be featuring delicious "Valentini" as a special drink of the night.
In other exciting news—JP, our chef, will be teaching cooking classes on the last Saturday of every month starting March 27th from 11:30 – 1:30. The first class theme will be dessert. All classes will have a wine pairing and tasting component. Reservations required. $40.00 per person. Call 802-281-7009 for details.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Elixir Music Schedule For December
Join us for some great food and live music from 8-11.
Friday, December 4
Carlos Ocasio
Singer–Songwriter who is best known as front man for the Frydaddy and Gusano Bands. Solo Repertoire includes Caribbean Quattro, Delta slide blues, acoustic Gospel and soul. A real talent of infinite range.
Saturday, December 5
Loose Cannons
An eclectic duo performing music with influences coming from blues, folk, jazz, country, classical, funk, and good old-fashioned rock and roll.
Friday, December 11
Second Wind with Terry Ray Gould & Suzi Hastings
Second Wind has a unique but instantly familiar sound that is classy, sassy and always fun. Second Wind's song list reflects a true diversity, covering songs from artists such as Heart to Lyle Lovett, Bruce Springsteen to Bob Dylan, KT Tunstall to Kenny Chesney, and Neil Young.
Saturday, December 12
Chloe Bisson with Bob Merrill
Join teenage jazz vocalist phenom Chloe Brisson for an exceptional night of music. Bob Merrill a very well known fine purveyor of the jazz piano will accompany Chloe for the evening.
Friday, December 18
Sensible Soul
Sensible Soul plays sophisticated original music as well as a mix of American songs drawn from blues, country, soul, folk, and New Orleans R & B. Expect eclectic covers, from Randy Newman to Patsy Kline.
Saturday, December 19
Fred Haas and Sabrina Brown
Join us for a night of jazz with Fred Haas on keyboard and Sabrina Brown on vocals. A great jazz pairing that will entertain you all night long.
Friday, December 25 - CLOSED
Saturday, December 26
Putnam and Pirozzoli
Gerry and Tom play nylon and steel string guitars - original arrangements from the Beatles to Bach, and Gershwin to Hendrix. Tom has 6 albums to his credit. Gerry and performed with Night Kitchen.
New Years Eve
Thursday, December 31- 9 pm-12 pm
Billy Rosen and Friends
A night of music with this five piece jazz band. A great way to welcome in the New Year.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Elixir Music Schedule for November
Join us for some great food and live music with no cover charge from 8-11.
Friday November 6 – Mo' Jazz with Sharen Conner and Friends
Mo' Jazz is back featuring Sharen Conner on vocals.
Saturday November 7 – The John Lackard Blues Duo
Friday November 13 – Fred Haas and Sabrina Brown
Join us for a night of jazz with Fred Haas on keyboard and Sabrina Brown on vocals.
Saturday November 14 - The Legendary Strafford Blues Band
The Legendary Stafford Blues Band plays an eclectic mix of rockin' swing and blues, plus some old R&B as well. This should be a fun evening
Friday November 20 – Cynthia Barrette, Ed Eastridge and David Westphalen
Join us for a fun night of music with Cynthia Barrette on vocals and flute, Ed Eastridge on guitar and David Westphalen on bass.
Saturday November 21 – Steve Hayes Jazz Guitar Duo
Friday November 27 – Ed and Dixie Eastridge
A night of jazz with Ed Eastridge on Guitar and Dixie on Vocals
Saturday November 28 – Peter Concilio and Special Guest
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Revised Listing for Friday, October 2
Friday, October 2 - Susan Brison, Fred Haas, David Westphalen, and Tim Gilmore
Susan Brison is back with us again for an evening of smooth jazz and soulful blues, accompanied by Fred Haas on piano and sax, David Westphalen on bass, and Tim Gilmore on drums.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Elixir October Music Line Up
Join us for some great live music with no cover charge from 8-11 Friday's and Saturday's!
Friday October 3 – Susan Brison and Special Guest
Susan Brison is back with us again with her soulful vocals and wide array of music.
Saturday October 4 – Emily Lanier Jazz Trio
Emily Lanier began singing jazz in 2006 and has quickly become one of the Upper Valley's favorite jazz vocalists. Naturally gifted with exceptional pitch and a lush, silken voice, she captures the room when she sings. Often compared to Diana Krall, Peggy Lee, Chris Conner and June Christy. Come and listen for yourself as you enjoy an evening of the great works of Gershwin, Porter, Mercer, Arlin, Jobim and more.
Friday October 9 – John Lovejoy Duo
Saturday October 10 – Cynthia Barrette, Ed Eastridge and David Westphalen
Join us for a fun night of music with Cynthia Barrette on vocals and flute, Ed Eastridge on guitar and David Westphalen on bass.
Friday October 16 – Sensible Soul Trio
Central Vermont's Sensible Shoes is an energetic combo with a knack for packing the dance floor. Now Sensible Shoes members Tim Utt (vocals and guitars), Barbara Blaisdell (vocals and piano), and Pooh Sprague (vocals, bass and guitar) have formed a new group called Sensible Soul, a somewhat softer, jazzier trio.
Sensible Soul plays sophisticated original music as well as a mix of American songs drawn from blues, country, soul, folk, and New Orleans R & B. Expect eclectic covers, from Randy Newman to Patsy Kline.
Saturday October 17 – The Billy Rosen Band
An energetic night of music with this five piece band.
Friday October 23 – Incognito
Incognito plays a nice variety of music including artists such as Van Morrison, Neil Young, Bonnie Raitt, Cheryl Crow, John Cougar, Joni Mitchell, Sugarland, Jimmy Buffett and more...
Saturday October 24 – Loose Cannon Duo
Loose Cannons is the most eclectic band to hit the music scene in the Connecticut River Valley of New Hampshire and Vermont. With over 100 years of combined performance experience and with influences coming from blues, bluegrass, folk, jazz, country, classical, funk, and good old-fashioned rock and roll, Loose Cannons will provide live music that "lives" and keeps the party moving
Friday October 30 – Stolen By Gypsies
Dave Clark is here with his Parisian Trio.
Saturday October 31 – Arthur James Blues
Arthur James is one of New Hampshire's premier Blues talents. Since moving to NH in 1990. He has played w/just about everybody on the scene either in their bands as a drummer or guitarist or fronting his own various projects. Various members of his bands have gone on to play w/the Legendary Roomful of Blues & Arthur has opened for various Label artists throughout the years either electrically or acoustic. His acoustic shows are always soulful energetic & irreverent.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Music Schedule for Friday, August 28 through Saturday, September 26
Join us for some great live music with no cover charge from 8-11
Friday August 28 – Sensible Soul
Central Vermont's Sensible Shoes is an energetic combo with a knack for packing the dance floor. Now Sensible Shoes members Tim Utt (vocals and guitars), Barbara Blaisdell (vocals and piano), and Pooh Sprague (vocals, bass and guitar) have formed a new group called Sensible Soul, a somewhat softer, jazzier trio.
Sensible Soul plays sophisticated original music as well as a mix of American songs drawn from blues, country, soul, folk, and New Orleans R & B. Expect eclectic covers, from Randy Newman to Patsy Kline.
Saturday August 29 – Emily Cassidy
Emily Lanier began singing jazz in 2006 and has quickly become one of the Upper Valley's favorite jazz vocalists. Naturally gifted with exceptional pitch and a lush, silken voice, she captures the room when she sings. Often compared to Diana Krall, Peggy Lee, Chris Conner and June Christy. Come and listen for yourself as you enjoy an evening of the great works of Gershwin, Porter, Mercer, Arlin, Jobim and more.
A native Vermonter, born and raised in Morrisville, VT, Norm Wolfe's guitar playing has graced the North Country for the past four decades. He has performed regularly at the Canoe Club in Hanover, and sits in on guitar as often as his schedule will allow with the acclaimed Vermont Jazz ensemble. He previously held a trumpet chair with the group. His work as music director for the Hartford and Dresden School Districts has been widely praised by students and parents alike. He performed with major rock groups throughout Vermont before choosing jazz as his venue.
Bassist Peter Concillo, as a young player, was inspired and encouraged by Connecticut tenor player Don DeFala, with whom he worked for many years. He retired to the Upper Valley in 2001, following a career teaching English, Philosophy and Film, and promoting jazz concerts. This summer he taught "Keeping the Jazz Journal" to participants at Fred Hass and Sabrina Brown's" Interplay Jazz Camp," and is currently working as executive producer of pianist Eugene Uman's new CD, which is slated for release next year.
Tuesday, September 1 – Carlos Ocasio
Join us as we welcome Carlos Ocasio –phenomenal blues guitarist and vocalist.
Wednesday, September 2 – Evan Carey
Born in Lebanon, NH, Evan has lived in Spain since 2005 where he
studies and works as a flamenco guitarist under world-renowned master
'El Entri' Aquilino Jimenez. He holds a diploma from Madrid's dedicated flamenco school, Amor de Dios, where he accompanies flamenco song and dance and perfects solo technique. He plays a variety of classic flamenco compositions by Paco de Lucia, Mario Escudero and Sabicas and also performs original material. He will be in the Upper Valley area for a limited time before returning to Spain in September 2009.
Thursday, September 3 – Doug Henry
Henry's acoustic blend of original and retro favorites represents an enthusiastic, eclectic journey from 60s classics to 70s folk, including a new chapter featuring his own songs.
Friday, September 4 – The John Lackard Blues Duo
Join us for a great night of blues with this talented duo.
Saturday, September 5 – David Newsam and Emily Musty
Em has also performed in musical groups such as ONE EYE OPEN, Sweet Medicine, and with guitar virtuoso David Newsam singing classic and contemporary jazz, folk and pop tunes from Diana Krall, Eva Cassidy and Nora Jones. Songs in the Key of Em , Em's first album with David Newsam is currently available.
David resides in Manchester, NH and teaches guitar at Dartmouth College, Berklee College of Music, and the University of New Hampshire. He recently returned from a tour of Germany with the Back Bay Guitar Trio.
Tuesday, September 8 – Paul Rivers
It is Paul's debut at the new Elixir. Come check out his style on guitar and vocals from familiar pop favorites.
Thursday, September 10 – Randy Budner
Randy Budner goes solo acoustic. Known locally as the front man for Loose Cannons, Randy breaks up hes eclectic offering of blues, bluegrass, reggae and rock with timely doses of classical guitar, promising a taste for every palate.
Friday, September 11 – Generations Acoustic Duo
Saturday, September 12 – Loose Cannons
Loose Cannons is the most compelling eclectic rock band to hit the music scene in the Connecticut River Valley of New Hampshire and Vermont. With over 100 years of combined performance experience and with influences coming from blues, bluegrass, folk, jazz, country, classical, funk, and good old-fashioned rock and roll, Loose Cannons will provide live music that "lives" and keeps the party moving.
Wednesday, September 16 – Kurt "Kinger" King
Kinger plays guitar, drums, harmonica and sings to all your favorites, at the same time. He is one of the only acts of this kind in the country. A veteran of the upper valley music scene since 78' he plays a wide variety of rock, blues, alternative, and great originals that reflect the times. Enjoy Elixir's great food and beverage's then let Kinger be your designated driver for the rest of the evening.
Thursday, September 17 – Singer-n-Jordan
Singer –n- Jordan play a soulful blend of blues and ballads, both memorable originals and classics from Tim Gardin, Fred Neill, and Randy Newman.
Friday, September 18 – Ed and Dixie Eastridge
Known for her powerful, soulful vocals, Dixie Eastridge has toured and recorded with many well-known artists such as Tracy Nelson, Bonnie Raitt, Denny Doherty (Mamas & Papas), James Cotton, Phil Wiggins, and Eva Cassidy. She was a member of the Chicken Legs Review (Little Feat/ Catfish Hodge) and supporting vocalist for the Hollywood All-Stars (Bonnie Raitt, , Rosemary Butler, Catfish Hodge and members of the Bob Seeger and Doobie Bros. Bands) As a studio singer her voice has been heard on many TV, Movie and Jingle sound tracks
Saturday, September 19 – Second Wind withTerry Ray Gould and Suzi Hastings
Second Wind has a unique but instantly familiar sound that is contagiously high energy, classy, sassy and always fun. Their performing style falls into the Easy Listening category by blending songs from soft rock, folk, pop, country charts. Second Wind's song list reflects a true diversity, covering songs from artists such as Heart to Lyle Lovett, Bruce Springsteen to Bob Dylan, KT Tunstall to Kenny Chesney, and Snow Patrol to Neil Young. Second Wind is one of those rare duo teams that effectively appeals to a broad age and demographic audience.
Wednesday, September 23 – Tony Mason
Tony Mason sings the Blues. Tony Mason is a guitarist and vocalist who has worked as a professional musician for the last 40 years. His experience includes club and concert work as well as school programs from kindergarten to college. He has performed with bands but primarily he works as a soloist accompanying himself with guitar and own midi sequences.
Thursday, September 24 – Cindy Geilich
Cindy performs and entertaining combination of originals and covers. Her original songs weave her absorbing and memorable stories with intricate melodies and guitar playing. Covers are old and new favorites including Joni Mitchell, Bob Marley, and the Beatles, Jason Mraz and Alicia Keyes. "Unique, crystal clear voice and guitar playing. A treasure."
Friday, September 25 – Johnny Bishop and Ed Eastridge
Join us for a night of Blues with Ed Eastridge on guitar and vocals and Johnny Bishop on Harmonica and vocals.
Saturday, September 26 – JukeJoynt
JukeJoynt rocks the house with their spin on familiar tunes as well as their originals.
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