January 27, 2010 ih‘ JJortkinh (Ohseruer Page 11 « V IMIII4IMUM Jazz, Funk and Fusion Versatile Mike Phillips makes Portland debut Jazz saxophonist Mike Phillips makes his Portland debut at Jimmy Mak's, Saturday, Jan. 30. Phillips became interested in music at a young age, moving through several different instruments before settling on the saxophone. By the age o f 16, he had decided to play professionally. He made an impromptu debut at Wilson's nightclub Hiddenbeach Recording Artist Mike in New York City in 1993, and that led to Phillips, a versatile and soulful jazz saxo­ a series o f session and sideman jobs in phonist who has played with Herbie jazz, R&B, and even rap. Hancock, Guns & Roses, Prince, Stevie Mike has a love and connection with Wonder and more, will bring a new en­ Portland like no other city. The Mount ergy to Portland when he takes his signa­ Vernon, N. Y. native is the only musician ture "No genre left behind" style, to Jimmy to be endorsed by Brand Jordan, a divi­ M ak’s, downtown, for a Portland debut sion of Nike, and he is the newly married performance on Saturday, Jan. 30 at 8 husband o f Portland resident K aris p.m. Stoudamire. / S S B te ■ BW W SB Wf' U ION A learning series about your mind and nervous system Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Other Nerve Disorders ►Thursday, Feb. 4 7 to 8:30 p.m . Providence P ortland M edical C enter Cancer Center A m p h ith e a te r 4805 NE Glisan St. P ortland, OR 97213 Recognizing the symptoms o f peripheral nerve disorders such as neuropathy and carpal tunnel syndrome, and getting treatm ent early, can help prevent long-term damage to your nerves. Lifestyle changes also may reduce the effects o f peripheral nerve disorders. Join neurologist Joshua Johnson, M.D., as he discusses ways to diagnose and treat these problems. Registration is requested fo r this free presentation. To register, call Providence Resource Line at 503-574-6595 o r visit www.providence.org/classes. Free on-site parking. Free Providence shuttle fro m the Hollywood Transit Center. www.providence.org/brain PROVIDENCE Brain Institute