CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE & URSA MAJOR
Eleven-time Grammy Award-winning bassist, composer, and bandleader Christian McBride will delight audiences with his unique musical style influenced by jazz, R&B, pop/rock, neo soul, and classical music.
Whether behind the bass or away from it, Christian McBride is always of the music. A luminary with one hand reaching for new heights and the other extended in fellowship, McBride invites audiences to join in his love of jazz, R&B, pop/rock, hip-hop, neo soul, and classical. An eleven-time Grammy Award-winning bassist, composer, and bandleader, McBride has served as Artistic Director of the historic Newport Jazz Festival, New Jersey Performing Arts center (NJPAC) and the TD James Moody Jazz Festival, as well as the National Jazz Museum in Harlem.
Cover: $30.00 ~ $60.00 | VIP ~ $80.00
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JASON MARSALIS QUARTET
Jason Marsalis Quartet With Vanisha Gould, Mustafa, Trio De Janeiro featuring Magela Herrera and The John Marquis Trio
Hailing from NOLA and the youngest son of the Marsalis clan led by the late patriarch Ellis Marsalis, the jazz drummer, vibraphonist, composer, producer, band leader, brings his talents to Magic City for the Sankofa Jazz Concert.
The Sankofa Jazz Concert is a vibrant celebration of jazz music’s enduring legacy and its profound influence on American culture. Showcasing both traditional and contemporary jazz styles, the event honors the genre’s historical roots while highlighting its ongoing evolution and cultural significance.
Tickets: $35.00
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GRACE KELLY
You loved her before, so we’re bringing her back. Grace Kelly is an unequivocal musical prodigy, singer-saxophonist-songwriter-composer, and band leader. She has rocked the jazz world with her joyous sold-out concerts, acclaimed albums and a resume that includes performing at the Hollywood Bowl and as part of the house band for “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” – all before reaching her mid-twenties.
Kelly has performed and recorded with renowned artists including Lin Manuel- Miranda, Dave Brubeck, Phil Woods, Huey Lewis, Harry Connick Jr., Gloria Estefan, Questlove, and Wynton Marsalis. It will be an evening of joy-filled jazz!
Tickets: $76.70
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MARIE-CLAIRE GIRAUD
Marie-Claire Giraud celebrates the release of her new album, my big, bold & beautiful technicolor fantasy, in an intimate Lobby Stage performance that showcases her genre-spanning artistry. A Bronx-raised soprano of Dominican heritage, Giraud moves fluidly across jazz, opera, and musical theater, bringing a rich vocal palette and dynamic stage presence to each.
With recent and upcoming milestones including her feature film debut and appearances on international stages, this performance offers a vibrant preview of a landmark year for a singular New York artist.
Admission: Free | Part of Free Music at PAC NYC
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GREGORY PORTER
The Adrienne Arsht Center is celebrating its 20th Anniversary Gala Concert with jazz vocalist Gregory Porter.
With a voice that has been described as “liquid gold”, Porter has captivated audiences around the world with his soulful baritone and deeply emotional performances. His blend of jazz, soul and gospel has earned him critical acclaim and global success.
Tickets: $23.40 – $140.40 incluing all fees.
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