BILL FRISELL FIVE

Blue Note ~ New York 131 W. 3rd Street, New York City, NY, United States

Featuring Thomas Morgan, Rudy Royston, Tony Scherr, Kenny Wollesen. Recognized as one of America’s 21 most vital and productive performing artists, Bill Frisell was named an inaugural Doris Duke Artist in 2012.  He is also a recipient of grants from United States Artists, Meet the Composer among others.  In 2016, he was a beneficiary of […]

$25

STACY KENT

Jazz St. Louis 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO, United States

The internationally acclaimed, Grammy-nominated vocalist Stacey Kent returns to Jazz St. Louis for much-anticipated performances! Stacey Kent is a jazz singer in the mold of the greats, with a legion of fans worldwide, a host of honors and awards including a Grammy nomination, album sales over 2 million, Gold, Double-Gold and Platinum-selling albums that have reached a series of No. 1 […]

$37 – $42

DEENE TRIO

Chapelle des Minimes Place Guibert, 13600, La Ciotat, France

The Deene Trio fronted by vocalist Delphine Nérot is accompanied by accordion and double bass. Reservations: contact@laciotatculture.com Info: 06 09 49 03 24 | www.facebook.com/laciotatculture

€12

JANE MONHEIT

Blues Alley 1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

Blessed with “a voice of phenomenal beauty” (Stephen Holden, New York Times), Jane Monheit has had plenty of milestone moments in establishing herself as one of today’s best and most important vocalist-musicians. With her new album, The Songbook Sessions: Ella Fitzgerald—the first to be released on her own Emerald City Records—the Long Island native has surprised […]

$45 – $55

JOEY ALEXANDER

Middle C Jazz 300 South Brevard Street, Charlotte, NC, 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 […]

$44 – $60

JOSE JAMES

South Jazz Kitchen 600 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, 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 […]

$40

JOHN BROWN LITTLE BIG BAND FEATURING NNENA FREELON

Seby B. Jones Performing Arts Center 501 N. Main Street, Louisburg, NC, 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 […]

$10 – $40

TONY HIGHTOWER

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA, 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 […]

$39

NPR’S A JAZZ PIANO CHRISTMAS

Kennedy Center | Terrace Theater 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC, 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 […]

$59 – $69

TERENCE HARPER PROJECT

The Velvet Note 4075 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA, 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 […]

$39

NELSON ON NELSON

Jazz St. Louis 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO, 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.

Free

EMMET COHEN TRIO

Amaturo Theater At The Broward Center For The Performing Arts 201 SW 5th Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 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 […]

$15 – $65

JOHN PIZZARELLI

Blues Alley 1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 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 […]

$20 – $50

CONNIE HAN

Middle C Jazz 300 South Brevard Street, Charlotte, NC, 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, […]

$40 – $55

ALLAN HARRIS ~ A NAT KING COLE CHRISTMAS

Jazz On Main 37 S. Moger Avenue, Mt. Kisko, NY, 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

$35

ELIANE ELIAS

Jazz Forum Arts 1 Dixon Lane, Tarrytown, NY, 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 […]

$45 – $50

ROSE MAX, RAMATIS & BRIAN POTTS

Old Post Office 100 NE 1st Avenue, Miami, FL, United States

Street Stage Project on the steps of the Old Post Office No Cover | All Ages  

Free

SHARÓN CLARK QUINTET

Carlyle Room 1350 I Street, NW, Washington, D.C., 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 […]

$25

A NICOLE HENRY HOLIDAY

54 Below 254 W 54th Street, New York City, NY, 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 […]

$65 – $130

SHEILA JORDAN @ 94!

Jazz Forum Arts 1 Dixon Lane, Tarrytown, NY, 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 […]

$15 – $20

GRAND GATHERING

Berklee Performance Center 136 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA, 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, […]

$15 – $25

TAL COHEN TRIO

Adrienne Arsht Center | Thomson Plaza for the Arts 1300 Biscayne Avenue, Miami, FL, 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 […]

$20 – $80

ETIENNE CHARLES’ CREOLE CHRISTMAS

Jazz St. Louis 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO, 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 […]

$37 – $47

NICOLE YARLING

Old Post Office 100 NE 1st Avenue, Miami, FL, 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 […]

Free