Celebrity Jazz singer CJ to appear at Emandel Restaurant
Added: (Mon May 27 2002)
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As part of its 21st anniversary year celebrations Emandel restaurant has taken the decision to throw open its doors for the first time until 2am on Friday nights. Celebrity jazz singer Christine Jenkins, who has performed all over the world, will appear at the restaurant performing jazz songs from Friday June 14th and every Friday thereafter until mid September.
“CJ is quite a performer, she has a fantastic low and sultry voice. When you see her perform it’s like watching a stage show. She’s got quite a following. People are already booking in for a chance to see her singing live” John Gilbert, Manager, Emandel
Christine Jenkins was born and bred in the home of music, New Orleans, Louisiana. She began singing professionally at the age of fourteen. After being discovered in The Ice House in Los Angeles CJ left the US to take up opportunities in Europe. She performed in the musical “Hair” in Madrid, and in Parisian clubs including The Front Page, rue Saint Denis and Astoin Rive Gauche.
Christine is now based in London and has formed a strong musical partnership with Fred Humphreys on keyboards. They perform a lively combination of jazz standards including such songs as: Route 66, Satin Doll, Stormy Weather, Cry Me a River, Tuxedo Junction, Summertime, Georgia, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Lady is a Tramp, This Masquerade, Funny Valentine and many more.
“We’re very fortunate to be one of the few venues in Richmond to hold a late license. We’re delighted to be able to offer these special Friday jazz evenings to our customers. There is going to be a big demand so we’re making it by reservation only” John Gilbert, Manager, Emandel
To reserve your Friday night place at Emandel call 020 8940 1165!
For further information contact: Kate, Max PR & Events. 020 8939 9000
Photographs of CJ and Emandel restaurant available
John Gilbert, Manager, CJ, singer, available for interview
*Notes to editors:
Emandel Restaurant, 1 Kew Road, was established in 1981 and has remained one of the most successful independent restaurants in Richmond since that time. A combination of Continental Cuisine is served, with a multitude of gastronomic delights from Spain, Italy, France, Chile, Germany and Portugal. Emandel is ideally located in central Richmond, opposite the train station. The restaurant is often spoken about affectionately as “the place with the red and white checked tablecloths”!