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Pianist Mark Burnell trained vocalists for 10 years at Carnegie Mellon University, where he received his MFA. He also taught at Northwestern, Roosevelt, Chicago State, the International Cabaret Conference at Yale, and ArtsBridge.  Mark has worked with Dave Frishberg, Howie Mandel, Connie Francis, Louie Bellson, Richie Cole, Sally Mayes, Laurel Masse, Ward Swingle, Rob Marshall, Blair Underwood, Laura San Giacomo, and Seth Myers. He has performed in New York, Jamaica, Paris, Bern, Lausanne, Zurich, Geneva, Freiburg and Amsterdam. National anthem appearance include Soldier Field, United Center, Wrigley Field, Arlington Racetrack, Comiskey Park, and US Cellular Field. A founding member of Chicago Cabaret Professionals, Mark teaches privately, specializing in jazz, pop, Broadway, vocal technique, audition prep, recording, arranging, cabaret shows, and music direction. Discography: Two For The Road (with Anne Burnell) Summer Days & Dreamy Nights, Blues In The Night (with Anne Burnell), Christmas Piano, Cooler by the Lake.  In Chicago Mark plays at the Signature Room, Tortoise Supper Club, and Drew's on Halsted.  "...silky smooth and highly polished" -Chicago Sun Times. “..a most enjoyable evening of song” -Applause, Applause, New York. www.burnellmusic.com

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Anne and Mark Burnell to Perform at Don't Tell Mama in May


Chicago's beloved jazz duo, Anne and Mark Burnell, will return to New York City after 20 years for a one-night performance at Don't Tell Mama.

Chicago Cabaret Professionals Announces Musical Mondays Concert Series


Chicago Cabaret Professionals has announced their 2024 schedule for “Musical Mondays”— with three unique Monday evening cabaret concerts showcasing the talents of more than 40 cabaret artists. Learn more about the series here!

Award Winning Mark Burnell Releases New Album GOSPEL PIANO


Mark Burnell releases his new album 'GOSPEL PIANO,' featuring seven tracks of African American spirituals and gospel music. Hailed as 'silky smooth and highly polished,' Mark's rich and unique style shines through in this instrumental recording.

Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell Announce The 20th Annual EVE OF THE EVE Show At Rhapsody Theater December 30


One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos and national jazz radio favorites, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell will perform their 20th Annual Eve of the Eve show at The Rhapsody Theater, 1328 W. Morse, Friday, December 30th, at 8:30 pm.

Chicago Cabaret Professionals Reveals Lineup For Their Annual Gala


On Monday, October 15, Chicago Cabaret Professionals will host their annual Gala at Epiphany Center for the Arts in Chicago. Learn more about the event and find out how to attend here!

5th Annual Chicago Paris Cabaret Connexion Conference And Festival


For its fifth exchange, to be held in Paris from August 28 to September 4, 2023, the Chicago Paris Cabaret Connexion invites you to the first 'Festival du Cabaret.'

Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell Return To Davenport's With GYPSIES, TRAMPS AND THIEVES in August


One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos and national Jazz radio favorites, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell return to Davenport's with an updated, special performance of their show that brought them critical and audience acclaim in New York City, 24 years ago: Gypsy, Tramps and Thieves.

Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell Release New Single THE LUSTY MONTH OF MAY


National jazz radio favorites and one of Chicago's most popular musical duos, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell have released a brand new, stand-alone single to celebrate spring, THE LUSTY MONTH OF MAY.

Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell Return to Chicago's Drew's On Halsted in April


One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos and national Jazz radio favorites, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell return to Chicago as they continue their national tour which took then to St. Louis' Blue Strawberry, Wisconsin's Plymouth Jazz and Blues Crawl, the Sarasota Jazz Festival, The Reserve Retreat and Jazz at Two in Sarasota.

MUSICAL MONDAYS New Season Announced In Chicago


Chicago Cabaret Professionals has announced their 2023 schedule for “Musical Mondays”— with three unique Monday evening cabaret concerts showcasing the talents of more than 35 local cabaret artists.

Season 3 of CABARET BEAT to Launch in January


Season 3 of the online series Cabaret Beat – Music & Conversation will launch on January 8, 2023, with six episodes being released through March 12, 2023.  The show combines one-on-one interviews with video and a live performance by members of the Chicago Cabaret Professionals.

Anne and Mark Burnell Bring Tour to St. Louis' Blue Strawberry Next Month


Next stop on their national CD TWO FOR THE ROAD Tour, Chicago's popular and acclaimed musical duos and national Jazz radio favorites, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell will perform at St. Louis' Blue Strawberry.

Anne and Mark Burnell Perform 19th Annual Eve of the Eve Show at Drew's on Halsted Next Month


One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos and national Jazz radio favorites, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell will perform their 19th Annual Eve of the Eve show at Drew's on Halsted, 3201 North Halsted, Friday, December 30th, from 7:30-10:30pm.

Chicago Cabaret Professionals Annual Gala Presents Cabaret Awards and Celebrates Live Performance


The Chicago Cabaret Professionals 2022 Annual Gala, held on October 17 at the Epiphany Center for the Arts in Chicago, showcased the diversity, resilience and artistry of the Chicago cabaret community that includes singers, musicians, directors, producers and fans. 

Lineup Announced for Chicago Cabaret Professionals Gala


The annual Chicago Cabaret Professionals Gala is one of the most celebrated cabaret events of the year — and this year’s gala, scheduled for Monday, October 17, will feature over 25 local and national cabaret artists performing songs from the Great American Songbook as well as jazz, blues, and pop tunes. 

Broadway and Cabaret Stars, Comedy, Classics and More Come to Davenport's Piano Bar & Cabaret This October


Davenport's Piano Bar & Cabaret, Chicago's premier location for enjoying music in an intimate setting, announces its roster of September performances in its Cabaret and Piano Bar. Davenport's, 1383 North Milwaukee Ave., is open Thursdays 7 - 11 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 7 p.m. - 12 a.m. and Sundays from 6 - 11 p.m. 

Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell to Perform at McGoo's New Gold Coast Experience in September


One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos and national Jazz radio favorites, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell celebrate the release and success of their new CD TWO FOR THE ROAD, with a performance at the opening of McGoos new Gold Coast Experience. Free to the public, the show will take place on Wednesday, September 21, 2022.

Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell Release New Single 'Little Joe From Chicago' From New Album


One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell have released the fourth single, LITTLE JOE FROM CHICAGO, from their eagerly awaited album TWO FOR THE ROAD. The single is already becoming a radio favorite being featured on After Hours with Rick Kogan, on AM720 WGN, and WPNA 1490AM in Chicago.

Anne Burnell & Mark Burnell Release New CD TWO FOR THE ROAD


One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell are releasing their eagerly awaited, long overdue duo CD in twenty-two years entitled TWO FOR THE ROAD. The album was released on August 17th and is available at iTunes, Amazon and streaming outlets Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music and YouTube.

Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell Release New Single LOVE WILL KEEP US TOGETHER August 15


One of Chicago's most popular and acclaimed musical duos, Anne Burnell and Mark Burnell are releasing the third single, a remake of the 1975 classic LOVE WILL KEEP US TOGETHER, from their upcoming, eagerly awaited album TWO FOR THE ROAD.

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