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SUMMARY:BILLY CHILDS TRIO
DESCRIPTION:Billy Childs has emerged as one of the foremost American composers of his era\, successfully marrying the musical products of his heritage with the Western neoclassical traditions of the twentieth century in a powerful symbiosis of style\, range\, and dynamism. \nThus far\, in his career\, Childs has garnered seventeen Grammy nominations and six Grammy awards including two for Best Instrumental Jazz Album (Winds of Change in 2024 and Rebirth in 2018)\, and two for Best Arrangement Accompanying a Vocalist (including New York Tendaberry from Map to the Treasure: Reimagining Laura Nyro\, featuring Renee Fleming and Yo-Yo Ma). In 2006\, Childs was awarded a Chamber Music America composer’s grant\, and in 2009 was the recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship.  In 2013 he was awarded the Doris Duke Performing Artist Award.  He has also been awarded a composers award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters (2015).  In 2018\, Childs was named “Outstanding Alumnus” of the Thornton School of Music (sharing that honor with\, among others\, Morton Lauridsen\, Michael Tilson Thomas\, and Marilyn Horne).  Childs has also served as president of Chamber Music America (2016-2022). \nBorn in Los Angeles\, California he entered USC as a composition major\, graduating four years later with a bachelor of music in composition under the tutelage of Robert Linn. Since then Mr. Childs has received a number of orchestral and chamber commissions from\, among others: Esa-Pekka Salonen and the Los Angeles Philharmonic\, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Leonard Slatkin\, the Los Angeles Master Chorale\,  Monterey Jazz Festival\, the Dorian Wind Quintet\, the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra\, the American Brass Quintet\, the Ying Quartet\, the Lyris Quartet\, Anne Akiko Meyers\, Rachel Barton Pine\, and Inna Faliks. \nAs a pianist Childs has performed with\, among others\, Freddie Hubbard\, J.J. Johnson\, Yo-Yo Ma\, Sting\, Renee Fleming\, the Los Angeles Philharmonic\, the Detroit Symphony\, Chick Corea\, the Kronos Quartet\, Wynton Marsalis\, Jack DeJohnette\, the Dorian Wind Quintet\, Ying Quartet\, the American Brass Quintet\, and Dave Holland. \nChilds’ solo jazz recording career includes four critically acclaimed albums on the Windham Hill Jazz label and two volumes of Chamber Jazz music (Lyric\, Vol. 1\, 2006 and Autumn: In Moving Pictures\, Vol. 2\, 2010). Childs expanded upon his talent for seamlessly straddling the lines between jazz and classical worlds with a collection of re-imagined Laura Nyro compositions for Sony Masterworks\, released in September 2014.  Map to the Treasure: Reimagining Laura Nyro\, was produced by Larry Klein and features as guest artists\, among others: Renée Fleming\, Yo-Yo Ma\, Wayne Shorter\, Alison Kraus\, Dianne Reeves\, Chris Botti\, Esperanza Spalding\, and Lisa Fischer.  In 2017\, Childs released the first of his three Mack Avenue recordings\, the Grammy Award-winning Rebirth\, which was followed by 2020’s Acceptance and 2023’s Grammy Award-winning The Winds of Change. \nChilds is an in-demand clinician\, whose recent invitations include working with students at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London\, masterclasses at the Folkwang University of the Arts in Essen\, Germany\, and an educational residency at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville. \nTickets: $35.00 +$7.00 fee \nShowtimes: 7:00pm & 9:30pm
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/billy-childs-trio
LOCATION:Blues Alley\, 1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club
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SUMMARY:LORI WILLIAMS
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the start of Memorial Day Weekend with an evening of live music at the legendary Blues Alley Jazz as international vocalist Lori Williams takes the stage for one special night featuring two intimate performances. Known for her rich tone\, expressive storytelling\, and deep musical roots\, Lori presents an evening of traditional and contemporary jazz\, soul\, and inspirational music\, delivered with authenticity and emotional depth. This performance offers audiences the opportunity to experience her artistry in the city where her musical journey began. Featuring: Benjie Porecki – keys Tracey Cutler – saxophone Michael Bowie – bass Mark Prince – drums  Join us for a meaningful holiday weekend evening of music\, reflection\, and connection. \nWilliams is a renowned American jazz vocalist\, educator\, producer\, and arts advocate whose career spans more than 30 years. Known for her smooth\, soulful sound and expressive storytelling\, she blends traditional and contemporary jazz\, soul\, and inspirational music\, delivering performances rooted in authenticity\, reflection\, and positive messages. Her work has taken her to stages around the world\, earning international respect as both a performer and educator. \nAn accomplished recording artist\, Lori has released multiple albums\, including Healing Within and her most recent project\, Here We Are\, recorded in Austria\, reflecting her continued global artistic reach and creative evolution. She has performed at venues such as Blues Alley\, Keystone Korner\, Middle C Jazz\, City Winery\, the Capital Jazz Fest and Cruise\, as well as numerous international jazz festivals. Her artistry has been recognized by former Vice President and President Joseph Biden\, and she received a Helen Hayes Award nomination for her celebrated portrayal of Ella Fitzgerald. \nA graduate of Hampton University with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Media Communications\, Lori is also a veteran music educator. She served for over 30 years in DC Public Schools and the Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DoDDS)\, advocating for arts education and student empowerment through music. Her educational work continues through her roles as an artist-in-residence\, clinician\, and workshop leader\, where she mentors students and emerging artists through performance-based learning and jazz pedagogy. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Jazz Studies at Georgia State University\, further deepening her scholarship and artistic practice. \nBeyond the stage and classroom\, Lori is an accomplished radio producer and host. She produces and hosts Collector’s Choice with Lori Williams on JazzRadioWETF.org and curates the Sunday Jazz Lounge\, selecting and hiring talent while fostering community through live jazz experiences. She is also the founder of Positive Music for Positive Minds\, an initiative dedicated to inspiring and empowering youth and communities through the arts. \nNow based in Georgia\, Lori continues to perform\, teach\, and create opportunities for artists while advancing her lifelong mission to spread peace\, purpose\, and positivity through jazz\, education\, and community engagement. \nTickets: $50.00 +$7.00 fee \nShowtimes: 7:30pm & 9:30pm
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/lori-williams-6
LOCATION:Blues Alley\, 1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club
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SUMMARY:THE GIL EVANS PROJECT
DESCRIPTION:The Gil Evans Project directed by Ryan Truesdell \nIn celebration of the centennial of Miles Davis\, the Grammy Award-nominated Gil Evans Project returns to Birdland for an epic\, five-night tribute to the legendary Evans–Davis collaborations. Led by Grammy Award-winning producer Ryan Truesdell\, the all-star ensemble performs the complete music from two of the most groundbreaking albums in jazz history: \nSketches of Spain (Tues/Wed/Thurs\, 5/26–28)\nPorgy & Bess (Fri/Sat\, 5/29–30) \nCover: $45.76 ~ $56.06
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/the-gil-evans-project
LOCATION:Birdland\, 315 W 44th Street\, #5402\, New York City\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club
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SUMMARY:JOE ALTERMAN
DESCRIPTION:Joe Alterman brings his joyful\, groove-driven piano style to the stage in a performance rooted in swing\, blues\, and soul. A longtime mentee of Les McCann and Ramsey Lewis\, he carries forward their life-affirming tradition while blending dynamic space and rhythmic fire into a sound that is both polished and accessible. A two-time Grammy–winning contributor\, Alterman delivers deep swing\, melodic warmth\, and the kind of jazz that simply feels good. Whether leading his trio or captivating audiences solo\, Alterman’s music has been described by Downbeat Magazine as “hard-swinging” and by the late journalist Nat Hentoff as “making people smile and\, if the room is right\, dance.” \nJoe Alterman ~ piano\nJeff Reed ~ bass\nLenny Robinson ~ drums \nTickets: $15.00 +fee | GA $30.00 ~ $35.00 +fee
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/joe-alterman-7
LOCATION:Keystone Korner Baltimore\, 1350 Lancaster Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club
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SUMMARY:JOHN PIZZARELLI
DESCRIPTION:Grammy winning producer\, guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli celebrates the centennial of iconic singer Tony Bennett with a pair of heartfelt tributes Dear Mr. Bennett\, to be released March 3\, 2026\, which features Pizzarelli’s trio performing timeless songs made famous by Bennett. \nFor world-renowned guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli\, Tony Bennett was more than simply an influence. Pizzarelli’s late father\, the revered guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli\, was a frequent sideman for the legendary singer\, appearing on albums including 1960’s To My Wonderful One and 1969’s I’ve Gotta Be Me. John got his own opportunity to accompany Bennett for a radio broadcast that also featured pianist Ralph Sharon and bassist Jay Leonhart. The admiration was mutual – Bennett could be found in the audience for a number of Pizzarelli’s performances\, and sketched his likeness on two occasions. The charming artwork that graces the cover of Pizzarelli’s heartfelt new tribute album\, Dear Mr. Bennett\, was rendered during an engagement at Feinstein’s nightclub at New York’s Loews Regency hotel. \nJohn Pizzarelli ~ guitar and vocals\nIsaiah J. Thompson ~ piano\nMike Karn ~ double bass \nTickets: Streaming $15.00 +fee | GA $45.00 ~ $55.00 +fee
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/john-pizzarelli-5
LOCATION:Keystone Korner Baltimore\, 1350 Lancaster Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club
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SUMMARY:DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER
DESCRIPTION:Two-time Grammy Winner & NEA Jazz Master Dee Dee Bridgewater Sings the Music of Abbey Lincoln! \nOver the course of a multifaceted career spanning four decades\, Grammy and Tony Award-winning NEA Jazz Master Dee Dee Bridgewater has ascended to the upper echelon of vocalists\, putting her unique spin on standards\, as well as taking intrepid leaps of faith in re-envisioning jazz classics. Bridgewater’s career has always bridged musical genres. She earned her first professional experience as a member of the legendary Thad Jones/Mel Louis Big Band\, and throughout the 70s she performed with such jazz notables as Max Roach\, Sonny Rollins\, Dexter Gordon and Dizzy Gillespie. After a foray into the pop world during the 1980s\, she relocated to Paris and began to turn her attention back to Jazz. \nStrongly influenced by jazz icons Billie Holiday and Louis Armstrong\, both of whom she met early in her career\, NEA Jazz Master Abbey Lincoln’s distinctive vocal style\, thought-provoking writing\, and spirited personality secured her a place among the jazz luminaries. Over the years\, she has worked with some of the biggest names in jazz\, including Benny Garter\, Max Roach\, Sonny Rollins\, Eric Dolphy\, Coleman Hawkins\, Miles Davis\, Jackie McLean\, Clark Terry\, and Stan Getz. The recipient of numerous civic and community awards for her work with the poor and disadvantaged\, Ms. Lincoln resisted the bleak side of life to emerge as a genuine carrier of celebration through music. \nDee Dee Bridgewater ~ vocals\nAlexis Lombre ~ piano & keyboard\nLiany Mateo ~ bass\nShirazette Tinnin ~ drums \nTickets: $65.00 ~ %75.00 +fee | Streaming: $20.00 +fee
URL:https://notoriousjazz.com/event/dee-dee-bridgewater-3
LOCATION:Keystone Korner Baltimore\, 1350 Lancaster Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Club
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