TERENCE BLANCHARD
Malcolm X Jazz Suite Featuring Terence Blanchard, The E-Collective and Turtle Island Quartet
In celebration of the centennial of human rights and civil rights icon Malcolm X, NEA Jazz Master Terence Blanchard will perform his iconic Malcolm X Jazz Suite with his band, The E-Collective, and Grammy-winning Turtle Island Quartet. Blanchard created the project following the release of Spike Lee’s 1992 biopic Malcolm X, for which Blanchard wrote the score and performed most of the trumpet cues. A reworking of the score for quintet, the Jazz Suite has been updated and expanded and has rippled through Blanchard’s work for the past three decades.
Tickets: $52.65 – $152.10 (includes fees)
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DIANA KRALL
A record-breaking musician, Diana Krall is the only jazz singer to have eight albums debut at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. Her albums have garnered two Grammy Awards and 10 Juno Awards, and include nine gold, three platinum and seven multiplatinum albums.
Her 1999 release When I Look in Your Eyes spent an unprecedented 52 weeks in the No. 1 position on Billboard’s Jazz chart, won two Grammy Awards and went platinum in the U.S. and Canada, establishing Krall as a powerhouse of the genre. Her album This Dream of You garnered critical acclaim and displayed the effortless virtuosity that has become Krall’s musical signature. Krall’s artistry and musicality transcend any single musical style, making her one of the most recognizable artists of our time.
Tickets: $76.05 ~ $231.66 (includes fees)
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On The Bookshelf
Sinatra: An Unauthorized Biography | Earl Wilson
When celebrated newspaper columnist Earl Wilson dared to pull back the curtain on Frank Sinatra in 1976, he created something extraordinary: a no-holds-barred portrait of America’s most enigmatic entertainer while Ol’ Blue Eyes was still commanding stages and headlines.
This wasn’t just another celebrity biography—it was a deep dive into the tempestuous world of a living legend. Wilson masterfully weaves together Sinatra’s meteoric career, his passionate romances, his headline-grabbing controversies, and the contradictions that made him endlessly fascinating. Rare photographs punctuate the narrative, offering intimate glimpses into moments both public and private, revealing the complex, sometimes volatile personality behind the velvet voice.
For Sinatra devotees and collectors, the hardcover first edition has become a prized treasure—a time capsule capturing the Chairman of the Board at the height of his powers. What makes this biography particularly compelling is its audacity: published without Sinatra’s blessing during his reign as an entertainment titan, it stands as both a fearless piece of journalism and an invaluable historical record.
Whether you’re a devoted fan or a cultural historian, Wilson’s unauthorized portrait remains essential reading—a vivid snapshot of Sinatra in full swing, controversy and all.
Sinatra: An Unauthorized Biography ~ 1976 | Earl Wilson
GREGORY PORTER
Gregory Porter, who is known for his rich baritone voice and his grounding in soul, jazz, and gospel traditions brings his Love Is King tour to Carnegie Hall. His performances include interpretations of standards by artists such as Nat “King” Cole as well as original compositions that reflect his distinctive style.
Produced by Troy Miller (Jamie Cullum, Laura Mvula), All Rise is Porter’s sixth studio album and fourth on the Blue Note label, following his Grammy-winning Liquid Spirit (2013), which helped define his musical presence.
Tickets: $38.50 ~ $361.00
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JOE ALTERMAN’S TOAST & JAM JAZZ BRUNCH
Enjoy brunch, savor the music, taste the story! Join us for a deliciously laid-back Sunday as we serve up sizzling jazz, fresh bites, and lively conversation. Ticket prices include a deluxe brunch by Executive Chef Karl Elliott.
Each month celebrated pianist Joe Alterman brings along his favorite musical guests for a one-of-a-kind jazz brunch- blending smooth live performances with unscripted, talk show-style interviews that go behind the music.
Special guest artist for February 8th is Jesse Ruben, a singer/songwriter best known for his lyrical storytelling and engaging live shows.
Inside Location: Studio Theater
Tickets: 11:00am & 1:30pm Seatings
Toast: Premium | $80.00
Jam: General | $70.00
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