DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER & BILL CHRLAP

Two of the most highly respected figures in the world of Jazz — Dee Dee Bridgewater and Bill Charlap — document their critically acclaimed, sold out live concerts on their first collaborative album, Elemental. Bridgewater and Charlap curate a repetoire that only they can present: exploring the deep understanding of Jazz Tradition alongside impecable phrasing and a once-in-a-generation dynamic range, brining a level of sophistication that is sure to be considered a masterpiece for generations to come.

Cover: $45.76 ~ $61.21

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BIRDLAND BIG BAND WITH HILARY KOLE

The Birdland Big Band which was formed in 2006 is a 16-piece jazz orchestra that performs at the Birdland Jazz Club in New York City. The Birdland Big Band is led by saxophonist David DeJesus DeJesus joined as saxophonist and leader in October 2017 and brought with him an emphasis on traditional swing and the blues.

Hilary Kole is the daughter of 1950s Broadway performer Robert Kole, and was 19 when she fronted a 12-piece band six nights a week singing Great American Songbook standards at New York City’s Rainbow Room. During this time she also studied composition at Manhattan School of Music. After the Rainbow Room, she sang at the Blue Note, Birdland, and the Algonquin Hotel. Her 2009 debut album, Haunted Heart, was produced by jazz guitarist John Pizzarelli.

Cover: $35.46 ~ $56.06

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MARIO ABNEY QUINTET

Trumpeter, composer and bandleader Mario Abney’s musical career began at age 7 when he was introduced to the piano by his uncle Arthur. Influenced by both his uncle’s playing and the musical background of his church, Abney developed a love and fascination for music that grew throughout his years in high school. It was during this time that his interest turned from piano and drums to wind instruments; however, he continued to hone his percussion skills by playing drums for church services.

Mario’s first encounter with jazz was when he heard the sounds of trumpeter Wynton Marsalis. This sparked a fascination and soon Mario began to explore music by Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis and other great trumpet players who established this genre.

Fast forwarding to 2024, Mario Abney is once again gracing the stages of his beloved hometown Chicago. From iconic venues to up-and-coming spots, he’s become a regular feature with fans eagerly anticipating each and every performance.

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The Jazz Voyager

It’s a four hour drive through Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania and New Jersey on I95 north to get to the Big Apple. Crossing the Verrazanno Bridge into Brooklyn and up the BQE to the Williamsburg Bridge into Lower Manhattan. This Jazz Voyager will arrive in Greenwich Village where I’ll spend a few hours before showtime at the Village Vanguard, one of my favorite hangouts for jazz.

My Christmas present taking the stage this week is a phenomenal pianist called Kenny Barron. I’ve seen here several times throughout his career and he always has great sidemen and sidewomen with him. He’s bringing saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins, vibraphonist Steve Nelson, Yoshi Kitagawa on double bass, with drummer Johnathan Blake. Unfortunately for you jazz voyagers who haven’t got your tickets or reservations, this engagement is sold out.

The Village Vanguard is located at 178 7th Avenue S, New York City 10014. For more information visit villagevanguard.com.

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KENNY BARRON QUINTET

The pianist Kenny Barron has a brisk but unostentatious technique and a deceptively casual way with a phrase. He conveys a number of things clearly in his playing; what comes across over all is the quiet hum of effortless erudition. Within his playing you can hear a digest of mainstream jazz piano traditions, with bebop as the root. You can also hear the measured tension of an expert nudging himself toward a challenge.

The Band:
Kenny Barron ~ Piano
Immanuel Wilkins ~ Saxophone
Steve Nelson ~ Vibraphone
Yoshi Kitagawa ~ Double Bass
Johnathan Blake ~ Drums

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