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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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
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 […]
Street Stage Project on the steps of the Old Post Office No Cover | All Ages
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]