Cabaret
Alex had two long running cabaret shows in the late 90s with good reviews in New York–one at the Oak Room at the Algonquin which culminated in a second run at the Cafe Carlyle. His act is booked at many top clubs, corporate & charitable events, and private parties. He has recorded four albums, which have garnered critical raves & received two Grammy entry nominations. Please call 1-800-ITS-MUSIC or email us to book/order.
“Alex Donner’s cabaret debut at the Algonquin…a most agreeable surprise……a revelation…this was no beginner’s luck…fifteen years of hard work…”
“When Alex Donner debuted last Sunday he’d earned his place at the Café Carlyle. He commanded the landmark room where quintessential New York cabaret stars like Eartha Kitt, Barbara Cook and Bobby Short have presided….a rousing soul singer voice…great band!”
BEST BARITONE The ultra debonaire Alex Donner steps in at 6:30 PM on Sundays at the Café Carlyle with material as smooth as his crooner’s persona…
Albums
Black Tie Blues
“Alex Donner has released “Black Tie Blues’…a refreshingly unique take on the Blues….fun originals by Donner…obviously culled from his experiences…many of the classic Blues Brothers musicians…hot band…and is donating $1 to a World Trade Center victims fund for each CD sold… a Bobby Short kind of Blues.”
“Alex Donner has released “Black Tie Blues’…a refreshingly unique take on the Blues….fun originals by Donner…obviously culled from his experiences…many of the classic Blues Brothers musicians…hot band…and is donating $1 to a World Trade Center victims fund for each CD sold… a Bobby Short kind of Blues.”
White Tie
“Alex Donner has been putting together big bands and other groups for galas, balls, and other business client events for almost 15 years. Donner also had good success with a cabaret show, “New York, My Hometown”. Building on these successes, he has recruited some of New York’s top session and jazz players for this his debut album, “White Tie”. With the presence of such stalwarts as Frank Wess, Ronnie Cuber & Jay Leonhart, among others, it’s an all-star group. But its main purpose is to serve as the backdrop for Donner’s strong, harmonious baritone voice, which he applies with vigor to a list of standards…There are also some notable solos along the way … very interesting.”
“Alex Donner has been putting together big bands and other groups for galas, balls, and other business client events for almost 15 years. Donner also had good success with a cabaret show, “New York, My Hometown”. Building on these successes, he has recruited some of New York’s top session and jazz players for this his debut album, “White Tie”. With the presence of such stalwarts as Frank Wess, Ronnie Cuber & Jay Leonhart, among others, it’s an all-star group. But its main purpose is to serve as the backdrop for Donner’s strong, harmonious baritone voice, which he applies with vigor to a list of standards…There are also some notable solos along the way … very interesting.”
Alex Donner at the Tiffany Ball
Alex Donner at the Tiffany Ball recorded live in Newport, RI 2008 –“A cool singer in the Sinatra or Buble mode, he also has a knack for delivering sophisticated lyrics. Donner’s personality and the band’s precision make this all work.” CADENCE MAGAZINE
Alex Donner at the Tiffany Ball recorded live in Newport, RI 2008 –“A cool singer in the Sinatra or Buble mode, he also has a knack for delivering sophisticated lyrics. Donner’s personality and the band’s precision make this all work.” CADENCE MAGAZINE