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Re ''You Won't Hear a Refrain of 'All That Jazz''' [Sept. 7]: The notion that serious mainstream jazz cannot sustain an audience on Long Island ignores the fact that there are several clubs and individuals that are working to perpetuate…

Top-notch jazz on the Island. Mineola bassist Al Cardillo has spent the last six years luring top jazz talent to Long Island. After a year of roaming, his two club nights have found a home at the Mixed Notes Café…

…Cardillo is a dedicated jazz warrior keeping the sounds of jazz alive in clubs across Long Island. Working the phones, the internet and showing up backstage at gigs, Cardillo juggles the duties of booking agent, promoter, marketer, music teacher and…

"Talented upright bassist Al Cardillo has made this trattoria a genuine jazz haven. His twice a week “trios” finds the fatstringer improvising with some of the finest jazzmen around…How Much: The price of a meal. ”Newsday ‘s NightBeat HotSpot

“…Al Cardillo presents the cutting edge of modern jazz . His skillful blending of new names and seasoned artists makes every event compelling and worthwhile. Long Island is now a jazz hub. It doesn’t get any better! ”Frank Gatland WSHR…

“…An integral part of the NYC jazz scene show up here. Major recording artists and aficionados alike. World class performers and world class fans share a night of world class entertainment”...

“Al Cardillo, Jazz Messenger: Chris Potter joins Cardillo on the Island….