SylviaBennett

Ready for Summer in Switzerland

Hi Everyone,

So here I am, 3 days away from our summer trip. My suitcase is packed and my itinerary is set and I’m ready. The fact that I’ll be performing at the Alpina Gstaad in Switzerland makes this trip even more exciting. I have been rehearsing the show for the past few weeks and tweaking it as I go along.

The new CD project is now in production. Since we still have some time before its release on July 1st, I will give you a sneak peek at one part of the album cover:



Follow me on Facebook and Twitter and you’ll be able to see the rest of the pieces of the puzzle.

I look forward to sharing more about my trip and the concert next time. In the meantime, enjoy your summer wherever it may take you.

Sending you a Smile,
Sylvia

Sylvia Bennett March News

Hi Everyone,

I hope you enjoyed your Valentine’s Day as much as I did. The dinner and concert at Mariposa this year surpassed even my expectations. The manager, Michael Hyatt, and his chef, outdid themselves with the spectacular menu; It created a perfect complement to my show. The evening was magical and it was heartwarming to see so many returning guests from the last time. I can’t believe it was two years ago. The Rotary event at the Boater’s Grill celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Key Biscayne Art Festival was also special. I encourage you all to come to Key Biscayne on March 15th and 16th to enjoy great food and fabulous art.

It was an honor for me to entertain at the Marian Center fundraiser. Chef and sommelier Lee Blakely did a magnificent job explaining the wine and pairings at the stemware-specific wine tasting. It was fabulous and our hosts, Bill and Kim Kent, couldn't have been more gracious. I also want to share with you that I have booked an additional date on my calendar. The Alpina Gstaad has invited me to perform at an exclusive concert dinner to celebrate the Summer Season. Needless to say, I am over the top with excitement. It is a magnificent hotel located in a beautiful area of Switzerland. If you love to travel like I do, you might want to come to this event.

On a different subject, I am always looking for ways to help organizations fundraise for their different causes. One way has been through my performances and the other has been by giving a portion of my CD sales to help raise money. It just so happens, that my assistant Janet, is fundraising for her son to participate with his baseball team for their trip to Cooperstown, NY. She came up with a creative way to thank those that donate by using GoFundMe.com and my music and products. Below, I will let her explain it to you because this is a good example as to how you can partner with me to help you fundraise for those causes that mean so much to you.

Hoping you have a great St. Patrick’s Day.

Love, Sylvia

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Hi,

Allow me to introduce myself. I’m Janet and I’ve been lucky to work with Sylvia for many years. I take care of all the “behind the scenes” tasks so that Sylvia can concentrate on what she does best. If you have been to one of her shows, then you might have seen me there.

Throughout the years, we have partnered with different organizations to help raise money for their causes. Usually, a portion of the CD sales goes back to the organization. It always makes us happy when we can give back to the community in one way or another.

This year, it just so happens that my son’s baseball team, the PBSA Angels, is going to Cooperstown Dreams Park in New York during the summer. That’s a long way from Miami, Florida! Like all teams, we are doing the usual fundraisers that include car washes, garage sales, and raffles.

Since Sylvia and I have had many conversations on fundraising, this was my opportunity to raise extra funds for David’s trip and create a model that other people/organizations could use. Crowdfunding has become a popular way to fundraise since it uses the internet and social media to spread the word. I decided to use GoFundMe.com. It gives you the ability to create a website that can be easily shared with friends and family and you can also accept donations and gifts through it.

How does it work for me? I purchase the merchandise at a discount and set my own price. I created seven different levels. Each level offers a range of Sylvia Bennett merchandise from notepads to t-shirts and even all of Sylvia’s CDs and merchandise. In my case, the prices for the different levels are actually the retail price you would buy the merchandise at any of Sylvia’s shows or online. Click here to view David’s GoFundMe site.

How can you partner with Sylvia Bennett to fundraise for your cause? Whether it’s for your school, your team or your non-profit, you can raise funds by starting your own campaign. You too can purchase the products at a discount. You set your own price and you keep the profit. If you would like more information, please send me an email at [email protected].

In the meantime, thank you for taking the time to read this and to visit David’s GoFundMe site.

Celebrate Valentine's with Sylvia Bennett

Hi Everyone,

I have so much to share with you today. I have performance dates on the calendar and a new item for the Sylvia Bennett Gift Collection.

Let’s start with From the Heart CD greeting card.  This unique gift is now available just in time for Valentine’s Day.  It includes some of my favorite songs like My Funny Valentine, Embraceable You and    You Make Me Feel So Young. You can find it on our website and on Amazon.com.   

For the upcoming performances, we are back at Mariposa Restaurant in Neiman Marcus for Valentine’s weekend on Friday, February 14^th and Saturday, February, 15^th.  Dinner begins at 7:00 p.m. with show to follow. Michael is preparing a fabulous dinner menu and I’m working on putting together a collection of wonderful romantic songs for you. 

I will also be performing at the 50^th Annual Key Biscayne Rotary Art Festival Celebration on February 26 at Boater’s Grill on Key Biscayne.  The actual festival will be on March 15^th and 16^th.  This is one art festival you shouldn’t miss. 

I’m very honored to be part of the fundraiser for the Marian Center School on March 8^th in Ft. Lauderdale.  I had the pleasure of visiting the Center and was touched by how the nuns are dedicated to teaching and taking care of the developmentally disabled children and adults. This special fundraiser is a “Stemware-Specific” wine tasting dinner led by Sommelier and Master Chef Lee Blakeley who will provide a unique culinary adventure.  I hope that you will be able to join me at one of these events.

I hope that you have a beautiful Valentine’s Day.

Sending you Love and Smiles,

Sylvia

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Express Yourself with a Unique Gift! 

This beautifully packaged CD Greeting Card combination can be used for any occasion. Let
the music tell them how you feel. It includes timeless classics from the American Songbook that will warm anyone’s  heart. It’s a gift and a card “all–in–one.”

This unique presentation is also perfect for corporate gifts, hostess gifts, party favors, and even fundraising!

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Upcoming Performances:

 

February 14 and 15 at 7:00 p.m.

Valentine’s Weekend at Mariposa Restaurant

Sylvia will perform international songs of love.

Mariposa Restaurant will present a $49.50 (+tax and service) prix fixe three–course dinner plus a welcome taste that includes entertainment.  Reservations are limited. To reserve please call 786.999.1018 or online at www.therestaurantsofneimanmarcus.com.  Valet and Self–Parking available.

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February 26 at 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

50th Annual Key Biscayne Rotary Art Festival Celebration

Boater's Grill in Bill Baggs State Park
The cost is $20.00 per person, cash bar

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March 8^th 

Marian Center Fundraising Event

Details to follow

 

Videos from Paris

I'm back from my trip to Paris where I celebrated the release of my latest CD C'est Si Bon.  The Renaissance Paris Le Parc Trocadero Hotel did an amazing job of creating a memorable event for everyone including myself. 

I was also lucky enough to have the crew from SmoothJazz.com Global Radio and Smooth Travel present and share this event with their listeners and viewers.

I have two video links that I want to share with you. The first link is a video of the event produced by the Renaissance Le Parc and the second link is a playlist of interviews from different must see locations from around Paris.

Renaissance Paris Le Parc Trocadereo Hotel Interview

Smooth Travel’s Sylvia Bennett Live in Paris Playlist

I hope you enjoy them as much as I enjoyed performing and touring in the beautiful city of Paris.

Sending you a Smile,

Sylvia

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Paris Celebrates Sylvia Bennett's Release of C'est Si Bon

Sylvia's Back in Miami

Hi Everyone,

I am finally back in Miami after an extraordinary trip out of the country.  Even though I’m not traveling now, which is one of my favorite things to do; there is a lot to be excited about.  Janet and I are working on the release of my all-French language CD C’est Si Bon.  The release date is April 16, 2013 and we are celebrating it with a concert in Paris, France at the Renaissance Le Parc Trocadero.  There is a pre-concert dinner that is available for a limited amount of guests; you can get more information on our website www.sylviabennett.com.

We have started our radio campaign worldwide and are happy to report that we are getting airplay in stations here in the U.S. as well as in Australia and this is just the beginning.  The presale starts on March 4^th and the first single, La Mer, will also be available for download that day. You can find it online on iTunes, Amazon.com and Bandcamp.  You can read more about the album and listen to clips on our website. Click here to listen now.

In order to get ready for my concert in Paris, I have limited my singing engagements here at home.  However, I couldn’t say no to the Rotary Club so you will be able to see me perform at their sponsored Arts Festival event on March  16^th  on the Village Green in Key Biscayne, Florida.

Hoping all is well in your world so far this year.

Sending you a Smile,

Sylvia

Music and Travel

We just came home from France and Switzerland and we are already preparing to leave on our next trip in a few days.  It was a fabulous adventure!  I was encouraged by my friends to start a travel blog.    If you haven’t seen it already, and would like to, here’s the link to Places To Make You Smile.   I wrote about the places my husband and I visited, the hotels we stayed at and where we dined. I also uploaded photos and videos of our travels. 

During this trip, not only did we visit all these great places including my favorite, Paris, but I did perform at two venues: Gstaad Palace in Switzerland and on the Viking Spirit River Boat from Paris to Normandy.  I also launched “Where In the World is Sylvia Bennett’s Stage?”  Since I love to travel and sing, I decided to combine the two.  You will see me perform snippets of songs that are inspired by my location.  You can view these on Photobucket.

At this time, we are packing our suitcases, if you can believe it, to go on a five-month adventure that starts off at our usual fall destination- Carmel, California.  I will keep you posted as to where we go from there. I will continue my blog during this time to include all the places that make me SMILE.

I hope you are all having a wonderful summer.

Sending you a smile,

Sylvia

 

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Fans Make Songs Become Hits Become Part of Sylvia Bennett’s Street Team

It is you the fan that helps create number one songs! How? Call or email your favorite radio, satellite, and/or internet stations and request to hear your favorite Sylvia Bennett songs! Are you a member of Jango or Pandora? Request Sylvia’s music!

To find out more or to become a member of the Street Team, send an email with your name and contact information to [email protected].  The first 50 people to sign up for Sylvia Bennett’s Street Team will receive a 4 song download card.

 

January Newsletter

I'm still trying to catch my breath after a busy December and holiday season. No sooner had we gotten home when six days later we were invited to go to the Army Navy game that was played in Washington D.C. for the first time. It was freezing, but we enjoyed ourselves because we were with friends we hadn't seen in a long time.  


Now I'm in full musical swing; I'm working hard to get ready for the wonderful projects we have planned for 2012. I'm excited about singing at Mariposa Restaurant. I'm looking forward to our
three night engagement during Valentine's weekend. Mariposa is a hidden gem on the third floor of Neiman-Marcus in the Village of Merrick Park in Coral Gables, Florida. The food is delicious and the service is sensational.

Happy Valentine's Day! This is one of my favorite holidays, being the "hopeful" romantic that I am. I love celebrating Love and would love for you to join me.

Lots of Smiles,

Sylvia

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2012 Performance Season

February 4: Private Event
February 10: Mariposa
February 11: Mariposa
February 14: Mariposa
April 14: Mariposa

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FANS MAKE SONGS BECOME HITS

It is you the fan that helps create number one songs! How? Call
or email your favorite radio, satellite, and/or internet stations
and request to hear your favorite Sylvia Bennett songs! Are you a
member of Jango or Pandora? Request Sylvia's music!

Merry Christmas to All

I wish you all a Merry Christmas!



If you are unable to view the Greeting, click here to view on your browser.

Lots of Smiles,
Sylvia

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Upcoming Performance Dates

Bertofino’s
Key Biscayne, FL

Saturday, January 15, 2011
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Saturday, April 9, 2011

Mariposa at Nieman–Marcus
Coral Gables, FL

Saturday, January 8, 2011
Friday, February 11, 2011
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Sunday, February 14, 2011
Saturday, April 16, 2011

October Newsletter

We have left Carmel and we are taking with us many wonderful memories. We had two sold-out dinner shows at Bistro 211. I felt so fulfilled because it seemed that everyone left with a little bit of romance in their hearts including myself! We traveled to Pleasanton where I performed at the grand opening of Nonni’s Bistro. I was really happy to perform out here in California. It added to an already great year celebrating the release of Smile. In addition to performing, I was able to spend a lot of time with my friends both old and new. Some of the highlights are the 16th Annual Chili Cook-off in Carmel Valley (It was really hard to vote for the best one because they were all fabulous!) and I got to perfect my golf game.

During this time, we have been working on updating the website. I partnered with Smooth Creative Services, SmoothJazz.com’s artist branding division to create a luxurious new look. It is up and running and I would love for you to check it out: SylviaBennett.com.

We are officially on the road again. Our first stop is New Port Beach, California. After that we will be traveling to many places across the country. I look forward to sharing my adventures with you next time.

Lots of Smiles,
Sylvia

 

July 2010 Newsletter

How did it become July already? I have been so busy in the studio, doing performances and video editing that time has just slipped by.

I finished my 2009-2010 performance season with the First Anniversary celebration of The Women of the Roundtable. They are a sisterhood of Love, Honor and Connection and the way they encourage each other is truly remarkable. I was so honored to be part of this event. We also worked long hours on a few videos for Smile (and a few other goodies) which you will be able to see up on YouTube in the upcoming weeks. Finally, it is bittersweet that I have completed my eleventh song for my Spanish CD. I have one more song to record to complete the project. As much as I enjoy releasing a new CD, I also enjoy the process of choosing the songs and being in the studio. Bringing this one to an end definitely makes me wistful.

Last month I was excited to share with you that Smile had reached #24 on the Jazzweek World Music Charts. I am happy to inform you that 7 weeks into it we have peaked at #22! I thank you all for your support and, if you haven’t heard any of my songs on your favorite radio station, send me their call letters and I will be happy to submit a copy of Smile to them.

One of my biggest joys, during our video editing projects, was to do a special rendition of the National Anthem to honor America and the men and women that serve our country. I leave you now with this video clip (if you are unable to see it, please click here).

Happy 4th of July!

Lots of Smiles,

Sylvia