Notorious Jazz

KENNY BARRON QUINTET
2022-12-20 20:00 - 2022-12-25 23:30 (America/New_York) | Village Vanguard, 178 7th Avenue S, New York City, NY, 10014, United States
w/ Kiyoshi Kitagawa, Johnathan Blake, Mike Rodriguez, Dayna Stephens
Kenny Barron is an American jazz pianist, who has appeared on hundreds of recordings as leader and sideman and is considered one of the most influential mainstream jazz pianists since the bebop era.

JULIE DEXTER
2022-12-19 20:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | City Winery Atlanta, Ponce City Market, 650 North Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA, 30308, United States
Meet Julie Dexter, a world renowned, award winning, British singer, songwriter and producer considered by many to be one of the most influential female vocalists of our generation. Having shared the spotlight with a host of cutting-edge artists, including Mint Condition, Caron Wheeler, Jill Scott, Lalah Hathaway, Omar, Ledisi, Doug Carn, Third World and Maxi Priest to name a few, Julie not only holds up her own with them but has been praised and respected by them too.Influenced by legends such as Nancy Wilson, Abbey Lincoln, and Bob Marley, as well as popular icons Omar and Sade, Julie takes classic soul to the heart of Artistry. Fans and critics across the globe have followed her journey through the circles of Jazz, Broken-Beat, Bossa-Nova, Reggae, Afro-Beat and Soul and she was recently honored at the Black Women in Jazz Awards with the Afro Caribbean Soul of Jazz Award.It was in 1999 that Julie took a leap of faith and moved to Atlanta, Georgia where she now resides. She launched her own label, Ketch A Vibe Records and in 2000 released the critically acclaimed EP Peace of Mind, followed by Dexterity (2002) ,Conscious (2005) and New Again (2011). Moon Bossa, a collaboration with Khari Simmons was released in 2007 and her single “Ketch A Vibe” was featured in national radio ads for Democratic Presidential Candidate Senator Barack Obama.Julie’s latest album “Deja Vu” takes us on a journey from Bossa to reggae. From Jazz to World Music, Soul and beyond, Julie Dexter is one of an elite few whose talent can transcend genres. She makes it all work on her own terms, as an audaciously independent artist with an undeniable connection to her audience.Don’t miss the experience of Julie Dexter. Be a part of a tradition of great music. In the words of her smash single ‘Ketch A Vibe’, ‘Don’t let it pass you by…Ketch [Julie Dexter’s] Vibe’…

CARMEN LUNDY
2022-12-18 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-12-17 20:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | The Side Door, Old Lyme Inn, 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, 06371, United States
A native of Miami, Florida, Carmen Lundy’s path to being one of today’s most talented and respected jazz singers began at age six, with her first piano lessons. She was deeply inspired by her mother who was then lead singer in the gospel group, The Apostolic Singers. Ms. Lundy attended The University of Miami as an Opera major, but soon discovered that jazz was where her talent really shone. While working steadily in the Miami Jazz scene, she graduated with a degree in Studio Music and Jazz, one of the first singers to do so. Lundy then moved to New York City in 1978, and in 1991 relocated to the Los Angeles area and continued her storied career, impressing the notoriously critical jazz cognoscenti and audiences alike.

ALAN PASQUA TRIO
2022-12-17 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Argyros, 120 Main Street S, Ketchum, ID, 83340, United States
Alan Pasqua is an American rock and jazz pianist, a Steinway Piano Artist, Grammy Nominee and Professor of Jazz Studies at USC Thornton School of Music. He has been a member of the bands of Bob Dylan and Santana, played and recorded with jazz artists including Tony Williams, Jack DeJohnette, Paul Motian, Dave Holland, Michael Brecker, Randy Brecker, Joe Henderson, Stanley Clarke, Gary Burton and worked with composers John Williams, Quincy Jones, Dave Grusin, Jerry Goldsmith and Henry Mancini.

NICOLE HENRY
2022-12-17 19:00 - 2022-12-18 23:00 (America/New_York) | Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20007, United States
Set For The Season
After 15 years of special international holiday concerts from Miami to Tokyo to NYC, the award-winning vocalist brings her personalized arrangement of or holiday favorite to the Blues Alley stage.
Her passionate, soulful voice and heartfelt charisma have earned her a Soul Train Award for “Best Traditional Jazz Performance,” and four Top-10 U.S. Billboard, Jazz Week and HMV Japan jazz albums. Heralded by The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, The Japan Times, El Pais, Jazz Times, Essence and more, Ms. Henry tells real stories through peerless interpretations of repertoire from the American Songbook, classic and contemporary jazz, popular standards, blues and originals.

MARC CARY
2022-12-17 19:00 - 2022-12-18 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The 222, 222 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, CA, 95448, United States
In a jazz world brimming with brilliant and adventurous pianists, Marc Cary stands apart by way of pedigree and design as one of New York’s best jazz pianists. None of his prestigious peer group ever set the groove behind the drums in Washington DC go-go bands, nor are they graduates of both Betty Carter and Abbey Lincoln’s daunting bandstand academies.

“There isn’t much in the modern-jazz-musician tool kit that Marc Cary hasn’t mastered, but he has a particular subspecialty in the area of groove…with a range of rhythmic strategies, from a deep-house pulse to a swinging churn.” — New York Times

VANESSA RUBIN
2022-12-17 19:00 - 20:45 (America/New_York) | DC
Home For The Holidays

RANEE LEE
2022-12-16 20:00 - 2022-12-17 22:00 (America/New_York) | Centaur Theatre, 453 Saint Francois Xavier Street, Montreal, Quebec, H2Y 2T2, Canada
DARK DIVAS ~ A musical journey about the lives and times of a few of the many popular Black female entertainers of an era! Featuring music and songs by Josephine Baker, Billie Holiday, Lena Horne, Pearl Bailey, Dinah Washington, Sarah Vaughan, and Ella Fitzgerald.
Ranee Lee, CM (born October 26, 1942 in Brooklyn, New York City) is an American jazz singer and musician who resides in Montreal, Quebec. She is also an actor, author, educator and television host. Referred as “Montreal’s Queen of Jazz”, Lee is a Juno Award winner, two-time Top Canadian Female Jazz Vocalist by Jazz Report Magazine[2] and was honored with the International Association of Jazz Educators Awards for her outstanding contribution to jazz music.

CURTIS STIGERS
2022-12-16 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Argyros, 120 Main Street S, Ketchum, ID, 83340, United States
An intimate evening of songs and stories by the critically-acclaimed, Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, saxophonist and guitarist Curtis Stigers and his band. His string of hit singles, millions of albums sold, and a 28-year recording career aside, his commitment to artistic growth, and to bringing new tunes to the Great American Songbook, has become unparalleled in modern music. Along the way, this musician has redefined the constitution of contemporary jazz singing.

NICOLE YARLING
2022-12-15 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Old Post Office, 100 NE 1st Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Nicole Yarling defies description. Her myriad of personal influences have created a product that begs attention across the board. Her chosen instruments are voice, violin and fiddle (in that order). Nicole is a rich velvet voice with technical skill and personality to boot! She is a rising star in the jazz community who, like many others, has been at it for years.
Nicole’s notable talent has a virtue all its own, but it would be remiss not to mention the late great vocal legend Joe Williams. Joe “discovered” Nicole through a series of events and adopted her as his very own project. He recognized this diamond in the rough, gleaming through, and began to invest in seeing Nicole rise to the top. Joe Williams Presents Nicole Yarling at the Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild was born as a result. This unique performance captures Nicole in her element and reflects her undeniable charisma. It also captures a moment in history which can never be duplicated: Joe Williams Presents… was to be Joe’s final recording. Sadly Joe passed away before he could see the actual release of his final work of art. He shared two duets with Nicole, plus two bonus tracks sung by Joe alone. Some would say it was a dying wish of Joe Williams to see Nicole succeed. Joe intended to escort Nicole to the highest limits, much in the same way Count Basie did for him in the late fifties.

ETIENNE CHARLES' CREOLE CHRISTMAS
2022-12-14 19:30 - 2022-12-18 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Jazz St. Louis, 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO, 63103, United States
Jazz trumpeter Etienne Charles adds a new twist to the holidays with his dynamic Creole Christmas band! Charles and his ensemble celebrate the Christmas season with unique interpretations of pieces from Charles’ diverse musical roots, featuring classic selections from the Caribbean, American, and European holiday songbooks.
Valet Parking ~ $10.00 prepaid
Valet parking is available for all Jazz St. Louis performances. Discounted $10 valet parking may be purchased when ordering your tickets. Please make sure to select the correct date and time when adding parking to your cart with your tickets before purchasing.
December 14 ~ 7:30pm
December 15 ~ 11:00am | 7:30pm
December 16 ~ 7:30pm | 9:30
December 17 ~ 7:30pm | 9:30
December 18 ~ 6:30pm

TAL COHEN TRIO
2022-12-14 19:30 - 20:45 (America/New_York) | Adrienne Arsht Center | Thomson Plaza for the Arts, 1300 Biscayne Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Grammy Award-winning Miami jazz pianist Tal Cohen has received much acclaim, winning the Barry Harris National Piano Competition and receiving the prestigious Freedman Fellowship. He performed to a sold-out crowd at the Sydney Opera House.
Recently, Cohen played across the globe with Terence Blanchard, Greg Osby, Ignacio Berroa, Joe Lovano and others. He currently leads his own ensemble, which has performed at iconic jazz festivals and venues such as Jazz Bez in Ukraine, Detroit Jazz Festival, Melbourne Jazz Festival in Australia and a three-week residency at the Black Cat in San Francisco. His most recent album, Gentle Giants, has received international acclaim and many reviews, including a four-star review from DownBeat magazine.
Cohen is among the most in-demand pianists as he continues to tour the globe with his blend of Jewish melodies, traditional jazz harmonies and impeccable rhythmic palette.
Live on the Plaza is a series of outdoor concerts on our Parker and Vann Thomson Plaza for the Arts.
Please note: Tables can be purchased for 1, 2, 3 or 4 guests. Ticket prices are per person. Locations are assigned in the order of purchase in parties of up to four guests based on reservation type.
Doors open at 6 p.m. with light bites and beverage service.
Happy hour pricing available until 7 p.m.
Performance starts at 7:30 p.m.

GRAND GATHERING
2022-12-13 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Berklee Performance Center, 136 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA, 02115, United States
The Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice Presents: Grand Gathering
In celebration of the release of New Standards: 101 Lead Sheets by Women Composers and its accompanying album, the Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice will present Grand Gathering, showcasing all eleven of its ensembles, ranging from modern to mainstream and free to electronic jazz, featuring original compositions and music by contemporary composers. Featuring Kris Davis, Linda May Han~Oh, Val Jeanty, and special guests include Tia Fuller and Marquis Hill.

Admission: $15-20 advance / $20-25 day of show

Discounted admission with Berklee ID: Free-$5 in advance / $5-10 day of show

SHEILA JORDAN @ 94!
2022-12-11 16:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Jazz Forum Arts, 1 Dixon Lane, Tarrytown, NY, 10591, United States
Sheila Jordan @ 94! featuring Sheila Jordan on vocals, Roni Ben-Hur on guitar & Harvie S on bass!
Charlie Parker called her “the lady with million dollar ears,” and over the years, Sheila Jordan has been one of the most consistently creative singers in jazz. At 94, she remains a superb improviser, a magnificent scat singer, and an emotional interpreter of ballads. Consistently creative for nearly eight decades, Charlie Parker called her “the lady with million dollar ears.”
A colleague of Parker’s in the ‘50’s who wrote lyrics to his compositions, Ms. Jordan’s remarkable career has produced memorable performances, exceptional recordings and numerous awards like NEA Jazz Master.
Showtimes: 4:00pm & 6:00pm

A NICOLE HENRY HOLIDAY
2022-12-10 19:00 - 2022-12-11 20:30 (America/New_York) | 54 Below, 254 W 54th Street, New York City, NY, 10019, United States
When I Think Of Home
Home often brings us back for the holidays… home is where joy, love and so much more is cultivated and learned. In When I Think of Home, award-winning vocalist Nicole Henry looks back on memories of growing up in Bucks County, PA as well as spending the holidays with her family and the songs her uncle would DJ throughout Christmas Day! From holiday standards to soul to gospel to disco, enjoy songs that celebrate the miracle of the season, love and joy.
Doors at 6:15pm

SHARÓN CLARK QUINTET
2022-12-10 19:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Carlyle Room, 1350 I Street, NW, Washington, D.C., 20005, United States
Sharón Clark’s debuts at the all-new Carlyle Room in downtown Washington DC! Ms. Clark returns from a two-month European tour and is joined by her long-time collaborators: Paul Carr (sax), Chris Grasso (piano), Zack Pride (bass) and Lenny Robinson (drums).
By Metro: The McPherson Square metro station is directly across the street.
By Car: There is a garage located directly beneath the Carlyle Room. The garage entrance is on 14th Street. With validation, the cost is $8 per car. You can enter the Carlyle Room from the garage without ever going outside (follow signs located in garage and building lobby).

ROSE MAX, RAMATIS & BRIAN POTTS
2022-12-10 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Old Post Office, 100 NE 1st Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Street Stage Project on the steps of the Old Post Office
No Cover | All Ages

ELIANE ELIAS
2022-12-09 21:30 - 2022-12-10 23:00 (America/New_York) | Jazz Forum Arts, 1 Dixon Lane, Tarrytown, NY, 10591, United States
A world-class pianist whose mastery of Jazz, Brazilian, Classical, Broadway and more has brought multiple awards, Eliane Elias celebrates the release of her new chart-topping album, “Quietude.” This all-Brazilian record follows her Grammy winning “Mirror Mirror.”
Jazz Weekly raves she is “not only one of the most adroit pianists in jazz, but with albums like this new one, has now entered the top tier of Brazilian vocalists.”
“Eliane Elias is of a generation of aggressive pianists who attack music like a lioness attacking its prey, at the same time expressing a tenderness within the core of her passion that at times has brought me to tears.”
– Herbie Hancock
December 9th & 10th Shows @ 7:00pm ~ SOLD OUT

ALLAN HARRIS ~ A NAT KING COLE CHRISTMAS
2022-12-09 19:00 - 2022-12-10 23:00 (America/New_York) | Jazz On Main, 37 S. Moger Avenue, Mt. Kisko, NY, 10549, United States
The Brooklyn-born, Harlem-based vocalist, guitarist, bandleader, and composer Allan Harris has reigned supreme as the most accomplished and exceptional singer of his generation. Sharing the stage for this holiday celebration are pianist Arcoiris Sandoval, bassist Marty Kenney and drummer Norman Edwards.
Showtimes: 7:00pm & 9:00pm

CONNIE HAN
2022-12-09 19:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Middle C Jazz, 300 South Brevard Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
Pianist and provocateur Connie Han has created an edgy blend of modern and traditional jazz with her incendiary Mack Avenue Records debut CRIME ZONE. At 26, this young lioness is on a fast-climbing trajectory to jazz stardom with rave reviews from The New York Times, Jazziz Magazine, Downbeat Magazine, and more. According to Downbeat Magazine, Han has “already absorbed the post-bop piano masters” with “all the technical mastery she’ll ever need.” The New York Times describes her as “the rare musician with fearsome technical chops, a breadth of historical knowledge and enough originality to write tunes that absorb your ear easily.” Weaving in and out of the tradition, Han pays tribute to McCoy Tyner, Mulgrew Miller, and Kenny Kirkland with her own unique edge and fire at the piano.
Her connection to jazz began at the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts. After graduation, Han accepted a full-tuition scholarship to UCLA but chose to leave school after three weeks to pursue her professional career. It was at this time she sought out drummer/producer Bill Wysaske to begin work on what would eventually culminate her signing with Mack Avenue Records.
“This record is meant to be a statement about being rebellious… but within the tradition,” Han explains. “It’s provocative and fresh in its own way while still honoring the rich legacy of jazz.” The title, CRIME ZONE, reinforces how I brand myself as an artist: a provocateur of creative music.” “With this album she’s booking a place as a star in the jazz firmament of tomorrow,” says All About Jazz.” Watch out for Connie Han, the face (and shape) of jazz to come.”

Doors at 6:00 PM, Show at 7:00 PM | Doors at 8:45 PM, Show at 9:15 PM

JOHN PIZZARELLI
2022-12-08 19:00 - 2022-12-11 23:30 (America/New_York) | Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20007, United States
John Pizzarelli, the world-renowned jazz guitarist and singer, was called “Hip with a wink” by Town & Country, “madly creative” by the Los Angeles Times and “the genial genius of the guitar” by The Toronto Star. After his recent smash success with the Boston Pops, he was hailed by the Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.” And the Seattle Times called him “a tour de force” and “a rare entertainer of the old school.”
Using performers like Nat “King” Cole, Frank Sinatra and Joao Gilberto and the songs of composers from Richard Rodgers, George Gershwin to James Taylor, Antonio Carlos Jobim and Lennon & McCartney as touchstones, John Pizzarelli has established himself as one of the prime interpreters of the Great American Songbook and beyond, bringing to his work the cool jazz flavor of his brilliant guitar playing and singing. For Pizzarelli though, his hero and foundation was Nat “King” Cole and the comparison to his iconic trio is the highest of compliments. “I’ve always said in my concerts that Nat ‘King’ Cole is why I do what I do.” But Pizzarelli adds, “We aren’t trying to copy him. His sound was singular and inspired. I’ve always said we’re an extension, a 21st century version of what that group was.”
Showtimes:
7:00 pm | Thurs, Sun~$40.00, Fri, Sat~$50
9:00 pm | Thurs, Sun~$20.00, Fri, Sat~$50
$15 food/beverage minimum per person not included in ticket price.

EMMET COHEN TRIO
2022-12-07 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Amaturo Theater At The Broward Center For The Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 33312, United States
Multifaceted American jazz pianist and composer Emmet Cohen is one of his generation’s pivotal artistic figures. Downbeat praised the “nimble touch, measured stride and warm harmonic vocabulary” he employs to communicate with other musicians and audiences at “the deepest level of humanity and individuality.” Cohen plays with the command and passion of an artist fully devoted to his medium.
He presents jazz performance lectures through the YoungArts Foundation and Lincoln Center’s “Jazz for Young People” program. Cohen has appeared at the Monterey, Newport, North Sea, Bern, and Edinburgh jazz festivals, among others, and at many famous music venues, including Rose Hall and the Kennedy Center.
He has also played in legendary international nightspots, such as Birdland, the Blue Note, Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola, Jazzhaus Montmartre, Ronnie Scott’s and is the Hammond B-3 organist-in-residence at Harlem’s Smoke jazz club. Cohen holds jazz piano degrees from the Manhattan School of Music (M.M.) and the University of Miami (B.M.). In 2019 he won the American Pianists Association’s Cole Porter Fellowship and in 2011 the Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition. He has performed or collaborated with Debbie Allen, Ron Carter, Jimmy Cobb, Lea DeLaria, Kurt Elling, Billy Hart, Jimmy Heath, Ali Jackson, Bill T. Jones, Brian Lynch, Christian McBride, and Herlin Riley. Learn more about Emmet at www.emmetcohen.com

NELSON ON NELSON
2022-12-06 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Jazz St. Louis, 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO, 63103, United States
Lecturer, saxophonist, flutist, and music educator, Oliver Nelson Jr., provides rare insights into the life and music of one of St. Louis’ most influential and successful jazz musicians, saxophonist, clarinetist, arranger, composer, and bandleader, Oliver Nelson Sr.

TERENCE HARPER PROJECT
2022-12-03 19:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | The Velvet Note, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA, 30005, United States
Performances: 2 Sets | 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Terence Harper started playing the drums at the age of two and at twelve years old began playing the trumpet. While in middle school, Terence began playing the drums for one of the Spelman College Jazz ensembles under the direction of Joe Jennings, while also being featured on a recording with the Inman Middle School jazz band on both trumpet and drums. He went on to matriculate through Rutgers University as a classical trumpet major in 2009, where he studied under William Fielder, who has been regarded as one of the greatest trumpet instructors of his generation. After graduating from Rutgers, Terence relocated to Atlanta, GA where he teaches both privately and publicly.
He occasionally teaches music with the Atlanta Music Project, as well as, continuing to freelance and performs constantly throughout the country. Harper performed weekly at the now defunct yet premier jazz club of Atlanta, Churchill Grounds. Consistently adding to his arsenal, he has studied theory and composition with his father Danny Harper, who is a nationally known and respected music educator at Miles College and also composer and arranger for The Harper Brothers group on Verve record label. He has appeared on numerous radio stations in Atlanta including WCLK and WRFG of Atlanta.

NPR'S A JAZZ PIANO CHRISTMAS
2022-12-03 19:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Kennedy Center | Terrace Theater, 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20566, United States
NPR’s A Jazz Piano Christmas | Featuring Hiromi, Bob Thompson, José André Montaño
Your favorite holiday classics as you’ve never heard them! The Kennedy Center and NPR present A Jazz Piano Christmas, the annual sell-out event featuring today’s best jazz pianists performing the most loved seasonal music.
This year, we spotlight ferociously talented Japanese Jazz prodigy Hiromi, Mountain Stage’s Bob Thompson, and highschooler José André Montaño, chosen as one of the Kennedy Center’s “Next 50” leaders.
Showtimes ~ 7:00pm & 9:00pm

TONY HIGHTOWER
2022-12-02 19:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | The Velvet Note, 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA, 30005, United States
Singer/Songwriter Tony Hightower is taking up the mantle to be a bridge that ushers R&B audiences into Jazz…Real Jazz. With years of experience as a musical performer and actor with familiar roots that place him firmly within the music’s firmament, Atlanta-native Hightower is still just getting started on this benevolent turn in his journey. And he is bringing a lot of young people with him.
​His sophomore project, LEGACY, finds Hightower exploring Jazz vocal stylings from a dazzling prism of angles. The 10-song album moves confidently and assuredly from original compositions such as the soulful scat-laced “All to the Good,” the seductive Brazilian bossa nova of “Rendezvous” and the tender carnal Jarreau-esque love beg “I Need You” to swingin’ covers of Earth, Wind & Fire’s classic Skip Scarborough-penned “Can’t Hide Love,” a mean shuffle boogie groove through Al Green’s “Love and Happiness” and a smoldering upright bass accompanied tiptoe through the 1929 Andy Razaf standard “Gee, Baby, Ain’t I Good To You” made further famous in 1944 by one of Hightower’s greatest and earliest Jazz vocal heroes, Nat “King” Cole. That one’ll make the women wiggle.

JOHN BROWN LITTLE BIG BAND FEATURING NNENA FREELON
2022-12-02 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Seby B. Jones Performing Arts Center, 501 N. Main Street, Louisburg, NC, 27549, United States
Six-Time Grammy Award Nominee Nnenna Freelon is known worldwide as a compelling and captivating live performer. The John Brown Big Band is a professional large jazz ensemble made up of top musicians, specializing in performances of traditional compositions from the Great American Songbook and today’s cutting-edge arrangements. Together, these two forces will bring an unforgettable evening of music to the JPAC as they perform all your favorite Holiday favorites such as “Let it Snow, “Jingle Bells” and “Silent Night.” John Brown ~ Bass.
Doors Open: 6:45 PM
John Brown “Little” Big Band Featuring Special Guest Nnenna Freelon Holiday Show – Pre-Concert Hors d’oeuvres Reception** ~ $35.00 | 5:30

JOSE JAMES
2022-12-02 19:00 - 2022-12-03 23:00 (America/New_York) | South, 600 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
Often referred to as a jazz singer for the hip-hop generation, New York City-based vocalist José James combines jazz, soul, drum’n’bass, and spoken word into his own unique brand of vocal jazz. While he states his main influences as John Coltrane, Marvin Gaye, and Billie Holiday, his sound on early 12″ singles and in live performances brought to mind such icons of ’70s jazz-soul as Terry Callier, and his music felt more like an update of the fluid crossover approach of Gil Scott-Heron, while also being distinctly his own.

JOEY ALEXANDER
2022-12-02 19:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Middle C Jazz, 300 South Brevard Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
It’s no coincidence two of the titles on pianist, bandleader and composer Joey Alexander’s inspirational debut on Mack Avenue Records, Origin, contain the words “rise” and “rising.”
“The Latin root of the word ‘origin’ is orire, which means to rise,” explains the restlessly searching musician, who has performed everywhere from the Obama White House to the Grand Ole Opry and has been nominated for three GRAMMY® awards. “During this pandemic, I think the first thing we should do is to start with being hopeful, which is the main theme of Origin. Instead of making it a source of frustration, I made it the source of inspiration to express myself in music.”
Good plan. On his sixth album as a leader, his first featuring all his own material, Alexander has stretched his imagination into new territory, challenging himself to write rich melodic and harmonic interplay without ever abandoning the emotional candor and transparency that have captivated crowds and catapulted his albums to the top of the jazz charts.
Showtimes: December 2 & 3
Doors at 6:00 PM, Show at 7:00 PM | Doors at 8:45 PM, Show at 9:15 PM
