Nicole Henry is a jazz vocalist out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her debut release, The Nearness of You received critical acclaim and earned Henry the "Best New Jazz Artist" award by HMV Japan and landed on most jazz radio playlists in the United States. Henry's Teach Me Tonight reached #1 in Japan and was named HMV Japan's Best Vocal […]
Born in Mexico and raised in New York, Arturo O'Farrill is a prolific pianist, composer, and passionate promoter of Latin music and its cultural heritage. The son of Latin jazz musician, arranger and bandleader Chico O'Farrill, and pianist, composer, and director for the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra. He is best known for his contributions to contemporary Latin jazz, […]
Al West, Jr., conceived in Mississippi, born in St. Louis, and raised in Chicago, is a jazz vocalist whose journey follows the genealogy and geography of this uniquely American musical art form. His silky smooth vocals and classic-man vibe naturally suit his expansive repertoire. Al interprets a broad range of selections from the Great American […]
Dr. Scott Belck is Professor of Music and Director of Jazz Studies at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), where he leads the CCM Jazz Orchestra and teaches jazz trumpet. A versatile performer, he’s played lead trumpet with the Cincinnati Pops, Glenn Miller Orchestra, Bootsy Collins’ Funk Unity Band, and numerous symphonies and […]
Mandy Gaines began singing at an early age in school and church. She holds a B.A. from the College of Wooster in Speech/Arts. She has continued her studies through private vocal instruction and workshops emphasizing oral interpretation, jazz improvisation, vocal technique, theatre, and broadcasting/media studies. Brad Myers is a jazz, rock, and roots musician, composer, […]
Saxophonist and composer Geof Bradfield blends modern jazz, African rhythms, and the roots music of his native South into a style that is “explicitly adventurous and forward-looking” (AllAboutJazz.com). Born in Houston and based in Chicago, Bradfield has performed throughout North America, Europe, Russia, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, sharing the stage and recording studio […]
Brandee Younger is revolutionizing the harps’ role in modern music. Over the past fifteen years, she has worked relentlessly to stretch boundaries and limitations for harpists. In 2022, she made history by becoming the first Black woman to be nominated for a Grammy® Award for Best Instrumental Composition. That same year, she was also nominated for an NAACP […]
Prepare for a once in a lifetime explosive music collaboration between the mind bending awe inspiring drumming of Blaque Dynamite accompanied by the colorful n lush textures of Urban Art Orchestra, brought to you by Detroit's very own Legendary Powerhouse Saxophonist and 3x Grammy nominated composer De'Sean Jones. Special Guest: Blaque Dynamite Tickets: $20.00, $30.00, […]
Jessy Kyle is a Philadelphia jazz/soul singer, songwriter, & pianist. Years of studio sessions & over 2000 live performances have cultivated her rich, raspy voice. Jessy has performed worldwide including Madison Square Garden, & the White House. Jessy grew up in a family of music lovers and says her childhood lullabies were Barbra Streisand, Dionne […]
Nicole Henry returns to Atlanta’s City Winery with her 4-piece band and their distinctive blend of jazz, soul, pop and blues. The winner of a Soul Train Award for Best Traditional Jazz Performance and has four national Top 10 releases in the United States, United Kingdom, and Japan, vocalist Nicole Henry tells real stories through […]
In late 1962, at age 14, he decided it was time to be a band leader and, with his two brothers and a few neighborhood youngsters, started The Jazz Sextet which later became known as Leonard King and the Soul Messengers (1963-73). The group became very popular providing accompaniment for a variety of single artists […]
Celebrated for her emotionally resonant performances, Turre has captivated audiences across more than seventeen countries across Europe and Asia and in renowned performance spaces in America. Raised within the legacy of jazz’s foremost Innovators—immersed in the presence of legends such as Dizzy Gillespie, Max Roach, Ray Charles, and Wynton Marsalis—Andromeda Turre absorbed invaluable insights into […]
Out of Detroit’s lively jazz scene, comes the ground breaking, Grammy-nominated jazz group Straight Ahead. A group of strong, inventive instrumentalists and vocalists, they have shown themselves to be powerful and imaginative composers and arrangers. Straight Ahead was the first all-woman group signed to Atlantic Jazz. Widely recognized for their eclectic and soulful approach to creating music, Straight […]
Brandee Younger is revolutionizing the harps’ role in modern music. Over the past fifteen years, she has worked relentlessly to stretch boundaries and limitations for harpists. In 2022, she made history by becoming the first Black woman to be nominated for a Grammy® Award for Best Instrumental Composition. That same year, she was also nominated […]
Vocalist Kemba Cofield joins the Bernard Linnette Interactive for the Unity Jazz “Brunch n Sip” Benefit event for Jazz 91.9FM WCLK. Two days filled with smooth, classic and contemporary jazz and blues vibes, delicious brunch bites, and refreshing sips and featuring some of the top performers Atlanta has to offer. Saturday, November 15 at 7:00 […]
Drummer Dave Potter leads a stellar sextet playing a musical tribute to Jazz legend Miles Davis and his classic bands from the 40's, 50's, and 60's, featuring Miguel Alvarado on tenor saxophone, Desmond Ng on trombone, Dr. Andrew Sioberg on trumpet, Daniel Kuk on piano and Rob "El Ton" Linton on bass. Following his graduation […]
Since her debut, Nicole Henry has established herself among the jazz world's most acclaimed performers, possessing a potent combination of dynamic vocal abilities, impeccable phrasing, and powerful emotional resonance. Her passionate, soulful voice and heartfelt charisma have earned her a Soul Train Award for “Best Traditional Jazz Performance," and four Top-10 jazz albums on U.S. […]
Russell Gunn is a titan of contemporary jazz, takes the stage for a two-night run that promises to be the highlight of your holiday. Whether you are looking to impress out-of-town guests with Atlanta’s world-class music scene or simply need a sophisticated escape from the family chaos, this is the place to be. The project’s […]
Inspired by the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, the 17-piece Century Jazz Orchestra performs every Monday night at the Century Room starting at 6:30pm. Expect music from the Count Basie Orchestra, Duke Ellington Orchestra, the Thad Jones/Mel Louis Jazz Orchestra, plus classics from Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw and much more! An intergenerational ensemble, the CJO fosters community […]
Multifaceted American jazz pianist and composer Emmet Cohen is one of his generation's pivotal figures in music and the related arts. Leader of the trio and creator of the Masters Legacy Series, he is an internationally acclaimed jazz artist, a dedicated educator, the winner of the 2019 American Pianists Awards, and a finalist in the […]
Dave Weckl, the St. Louis, Missouri native is a jazz fusion drummer and the leader of the Dave Weckl Band. He was inducted into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame in 2000. He was with the Chick Corea Elektric Band from 1985 to 1991. During this time he performed on many albums and also appeared with Corea's Akoustic Band. He said […]
Bruce Amory Halper is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose work is shaped by his New York City roots, his international travels, and his lifelong passion for The Great American Songbook. Come hear Bruce swing through classics from Tony Bennett, Ella Fitzgerald, Billy Holiday, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Barbara Streisand and more. Over the […]
Jacky Terrasson, the most widely traveled of all jazz pianists, is the piano player of happiness, according to Telerama magazine in France. He is an exhilarating musician, one of those who play their public straight to euphoria. Born in Berlin, of an American mother and a French father, he grew up in France, in Paris. […]
Merry Christmas Baby Celebrate the season with Chicago’s own Tammy McCann, as the powerhouse vocalist and bandleader returns to Dizzy’s Club for a soulful, hard-swinging holiday set. Known for her rich storytelling and unforgettable voice, McCann brings fresh spirit to seasonal favorites in a performance full of warmth, joy, and timeless swing. It’s a festive […]