Nicole Henry’s versatile and emotionally driven performances have captivated audiences in 20 countries. She 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. Usually touring the world with her quartet, Henry has also been a special guest of jazz orchestras, […]
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. For world-renowned guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli, Tony Bennett was more than simply an […]
Two-time Grammy Winner & NEA Jazz Master Dee Dee Bridgewater Sings the Music of Abbey Lincoln! Over 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 […]
250 Years of Black Music: From Spirituals to Soul The evening is a journey through the sounds that carried us through slavery, Reconstruction, jazz, blues, gospel, civil rights, soul, and beyond. These songs are more than entertainment. They are history lessons, survival codes, prayers, love letters, protest marches, and declarations of humanity. Cover: Free | […]
Dr. Tyrone Jackson brings his electric band to Eddie’s Attic. The quintet will explores the innovative edges of jazz and creativity. F.T.M.O. (From The Mind Of) is drawn from his critically acclaimed album From the Mind of Tyrone Jackson, where genres blur but the improvisational aspects of jazz remain central. The Quintet: Tyrone Kackson ~ […]
The Detroit Jazz Workshop is co-sponsoring to bring the incredible performance of the great Cleveland jazz vocalist, Vanessa Rubin. Joining her on stage is the Duncan McMillan Trio. Vanessa is a vocalist's vocalist and can do it all. With Vanessa, you know it's going to be swingin', Detroit style! Cover: $15.00 ~ General Admission | […]
After four decades of featured background singing with icons like Luther Vandross, The Rolling Stones, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, and Nine Inch Nails, Ms. Lisa Fischer set out to take center stage with her own humble, heartfelt song. The 2013 Best Documentary Oscar winning film “Twenty Feet from Stardom” altered the course of Lisa’s musical […]
Revered as both a torchbearer and a storyteller, jazz vocalist Vanessa Rubin possesses a voice hailed for crystalline clarity, hearth-like warmth and playful lioness sass. The Cleveland native brings a wealth of diverse influences to her vocal performance from both the Trinidadian/Caribbean roots of her mother and traditional jazz by way of her Louisiana-born father. […]
Tony Bennett’s life and legacy embody the absolute pinnacle of the Great American Story. As we honor the centennial milestone of his birth, his unprecedented career as the pre-eminent singer of the 20th and 21st centuries continues to embrace and inspire audiences across all generations. Through his unyielding dedication to artistic excellence, Bennett became the […]
Sunny Wilkinson has taken her place in that elite group of jazz vocalists who have stretched the boundaries and found themselves “one of a kind.” Sunny has sung with music icons such as The Count Basie Orchestra, Rob McConnell and the Boss Brass, Clark Terry, Mark Murphy, Milt Hinton, Curtis Fuller and many more. She […]
Revered as both a torchbearer and a storyteller, jazz vocalist Vanessa Rubin possesses a voice hailed for crystalline clarity, hearth-like warmth and playful lioness sass. The Cleveland native brings a wealth of diverse influences to her vocal performance from both the Trinidadian/Caribbean roots of her mother and traditional jazz by way of her Louisiana-born father. […]
Samara Joy and Christian McBride Celebrate Verve’s 70th Anniversary & Mei Semones & Friends play the music of Getz/Gilberto | Sparklmami delivers a DJ set. Presented by the Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment. Performers for this celebration of the label’s 70th anniversary include Samara Joy, a six-time GRAMMY winner and Bronx native, and Christian […]
Julie Dexter is a world renowned, award winning, British Jazz 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, Lalah Hathaway, Omar, Ledisi, Third World and Maxi Priest to name […]
Cécile McLorin Salvant is a composer, singer, and visual artist. The Late Jessye Norman described Salvant as “a unique voice supported by an intelligence and full-fledged musicality, which light up every note she sings.” Here, Salvant has developed a passion for storytelling. She finds connections between vaudeville, blues, folk traditions from around the world, theater, jazz, […]
Sandra brings her signature warmth, powerful and soulful vocals, and magnetic stage presence to a dynamic program featuring fresh interpretations of traditional jazz favorites alongside exciting new selections. An entertainer unlike any other performing timeless standards to bold, contemporary arrangements, this performance celebrates the elegance, rhythm, and spirit of jazz. The Sextet Sandra Bassett- Vocals […]
Moonlight, Memories and Music is an exquisite evening of romance, nostalgia, and world-class artistry, brought to life by the captivating talents of Steve Higgins, Dahlia Wynter, and April Marr. Set against an atmosphere of elegance and charm, this enchanting concert promises to transport audiences through a rich tapestry of musical genres—from the smooth allure of […]
Tyreek McDole is a multi-award-winning Haitian-American vocalist from Central Florida whose soulful baritone and deeply reflective artistry are making waves across the New York and international music scenes. Rooted in the belief that music is one of the highest forms of communication, McDole approaches performance as a space for healing, reflection, and collective dreaming — treating […]
Born in Washington, DC and raised in North Carolina, 2X Grammy-nominated and NAACP Award winning vocalist, composer, and educator Christie Dashiell stands at the intersection of jazz, R&B, gospel, and soul. Celebrated for her expressive improvisation and warm, clear tone, she has emerged as one of today’s most compelling voices.Growing up in a musical family, […]
Samara Joy released her self-titled debut album in 2021 and was subsequently named Best New Artist by JazzTimes. Her second album, Linger Awhile (2022), reached number one on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. She has received six Grammys, which include Best New Artist in 2023, and three wins each for Best Jazz Vocal Album 2023, 2025 and 2026, as well as Best Jazz Performance in 2024 and 2025. In 2019, […]
Dominique Fils-Aimé has established herself as one of today’s leading voices in vocal jazz. Also, the Montreal singer-songwriter has won two Juno Awards. Her latest album, Our Roots Run Deep (2023), earned the 2024 JUNO Award for Vocal Jazz Album of the Year. Additionally, it received the 2024 Félix Award for Best Jazz Album at ADISQ. […]
Pianist, singer, and composer Jany McPherson is originally from Cuba and launched her brilliant career performing with top-tier musicians such as Omara Portuondo & the Buena Vista Social Club, John McLaughlin, and Andy Narell, to name just a few. Jany’s style is a blend of various genres related to jazz—rich in nuance, at times exotic, […]
Saxophone great and NEA Jazz Master Branford Marsalis and his superlative quartet are joined by fellow NEA Jazz Master and jazz’s greatest vocalist, Dianne Reeves, for a week devoted to the immortal music of John Coltrane, in honor of the centennial of his birth. Saxophonist Branford Marsalis is one of the most influential and revered […]
Legendary a cappella group Take 6 brings their unmatched vocal artistry to the Frost stage, joined by the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra for an unforgettable collaboration. Winner of 10 Grammy Awards and celebrated worldwide for their seamless integration of gospel, jazz, R&B and pop harmonies, Take 6 takes center stage in a program that fuses […]
This lady will be paying tribute to the legendary voices of jazz: Nancy Wilson, Sarah Vaughn, Peggy Lee, Dinah Washington, GloriaLynne, Dakota Staton, Lena Horne, Eartha Kitt & Ella Fitzgearld. As an artist with over 6 decades of performing & recording under her belt, Freda is so much more than the Pop/soul diva with million […]