Text Box: Press Text Box: Westchester Magazine January, 2006 By Marisa Iallonardo Cool Spot — Swinging to the Music in [Mt. Kisco] Local jazz lovers have heard nothing but sour notes since the closing of local jazz venues 17 Main in Mount Kisco and One Station Plaza in Peekskill last summer. Now, however, jazz fans no longer have to head into the City to swing to the beat of live music, thanks to jam sessions held every [Wednesday] night at [353 Restaurant] in [Mt. Kisco]. Begun last fall, the open jams have attracted some top-notch talent, including well-known piano sideman Clifford Carter who’s accompanied singers Bette Midler, Phyllis Hyman, and James Taylor, as well as some solid local players. “It’s an incredible opportunity to hear great jazz,” says the evening’s co-host and house-band bassist, Steve Wexler of Briarcliff Manor, who launched the jams in September [2005] with band guitarist Dennis Winge. “You’re lucky if you pay only $50 to see someone like Clifford Carter.” The music starts at [8:30] pm, and the dimply lit venue imparts an intimate feel to the evening’s activities. For the first hour of the set, the house band, accompanied by the featured guest artist, entertains the crowd. A revolving cast of characters then takes the stage for a few hours during which anything from soaring sax solos to smooth guitars can be heard. “To put six people up there who have never played together and see them somehow just make it happen is a great thing,” says Mohegan Lake resident Debbie Jordan. Even if you don’t know your “A Train” from your Downbeat, come and find your groove. For more information Text Box: New York Times Westchester Section -- January 1, 2006 By Roberta Hershenson The Jams Go On Jazz is making a comeback on the county after the loss of of several local music sites.  At [353], a restaurant in [Mt. Kisco], musicians can stop by and jam every [Wednesday] from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.