Louis Armstrong

Verve Records to Launch VERVE ESSENTIALS Vinyl Series for 70th Anniversary
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026

Verve Records and UMe will launch VERVE ESSENTIALS, a vinyl reissue series featuring landmark albums by John Coltrane, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday and Charles Mingus.

Overture Reveals 45th ‘Kids In The Rotunda’ Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026

Overture Center will present the 45th season of KIDS IN THE ROTUNDA, a free Saturday arts series in Madison featuring local artists, family performances and interactive programming for children and adults.

South Jersey Jazz Society To Present JAZZ@THEPOINT FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2026

The South Jersey Jazz Society will present its Jazz@ThePoint festival honoring Louis Armstrong, featuring headliners Wycliffe Gordon and Jon Faddis at Gateway Playhouse in Somers Point, NJ.

Review: BBC PROMS: MILES DAVIS CENTENARY, Royal Albert Hall
by Louise Penn - Aug 21, 2026

American jazz trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire joins the BBC Concert Orchestra and Miho Hazama for a celebration of jazz legend Miles Davis on the centenary of his birth. Although diverse and enjoyable, it is a little less Davis and a little more everything else thanks to some over-orchestration.

Portland Opera Single Tickets for 26-27 Season Now Available
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2026

Portland Opera has opened single ticket sales for its upcoming season, offering audiences in Portland the chance to purchase seats for individual performances ahead of the new lineup.

NicoleYvette to Release Debut Album SAY YES, Featuring Kurt Elling
by Rachel Stone - Aug 14, 2026

Vocalist and composer NicoleYvette has released her debut album, SAY YES, featuring Kurt Elling, Terri Lyne Carrington, Joel Ross, J. Ivy, Keyon Harrold, and Paul Cornish, produced by Sara Gazarek.

1971: BILLY JOEL'S LOST INTERVIEW to Premiere at LIMEHOF Film Festival
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026

An AI-recreated documentary featuring a 1971 Billy Joel radio interview will open the LIMEHOF Music Documentary Film Festival in Stony Brook, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.

Photos: Tommy Emmanuel to Release THE MYSTERY 20th Anniversary Edition Sept. 4, Tour Starts Next Week
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026

Tommy Emmanuel announced a September 4 remastered reissue of his 2006 album THE MYSTERY on vinyl for the first time, with a new bonus live track and U.S. tour dates beginning next week.

Photos and Feature: Unity Christian Music Festival, Heritage Landing, Muskegon, Michigan.
by Brian Hilbrand - Aug 10, 2026

We attended Unity Fest Day 2, out at Heritage Landing in Muskegon, Michigan, and although Unity has great Bands and Artists and is a multi-day event, it isn’t just about the music; it is far bigger than that! For over 25 years, the heart behind the Unity Christian Musical Festival has been bigger than music: Unity exists to strengthen and support nonprofit ministries, making an impact across our communities. Nonprofit ministries are given opportunities to connect directly with thousands of festival attendees through on-site booths and relationship-building opportunities during the event.

Monty Alexander, Charles Mingus Orchestra, Jocelyn Gould & More Set for Birdland in August
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a lineup including VINCE GIORDANO & THE NIGHTHAWKS, David Marino, and JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY over a two-week run.

Photo Exclusive: Eden Espinosa, Tally Sessions and More Star In MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at The Old Globe
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2026

BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at The Old Globe, starring Tony Award nominee Eden Espinosa as Beatrice and Tally Sessions as Benedick. Check out the photos!

SFJAZZ September Lineup to Honor Ray Brown, Coltrane, Miles Davis Centennials
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2026

SFJAZZ will open its 2026-27 season with a September lineup marking centennials for Ray Brown, John Coltrane, and Miles Davis, featuring Christian McBride, Nduduzo Makhathini, and Paul Cornish.

Review: Joe Gransden Celebrates Tony Bennett's 100th Birthday at Dizzy's Club
by Sharon Ellman - Aug 4, 2026

This reviewer was overwhelmed by the vocals and music of Joe Gransden and his Big Band as they honored Tony Bennett's centennial at Dizzy's Club on August 3.

Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum Sets August Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026

Stratford Festival's Meighen Forum will continue its 2026 season this August with an expansive lineup of discussions, interviews and special events, including Global Theatre Week, Readers and Writers Week, plus more.

JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY and More Set for August Birdland Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater in New York revealed a monthlong slate of jazz performances, including Bill Charlap and Renee Rosnes, Monty Alexander, and the MIKI YAMANAKA TRIO.

Video: Eden Espinosa & Tally Sessions Talk MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at The Old Globe
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2026

Eden Espinosa and Tally Sessions are giving audiences a preview of Much Ado About Nothing, which begins performances August 2 at The Old Globe. Watch the stars discuss Shakespeare's beloved comedy in a new interview.

THE PEKOE GROUP Announces Staff Promotions
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2026

The Pekoe Group announced a round of staff promotions, recognizing several team members with new titles at the New York-based company.

DID YOU BRING A CONDOM? Broadway Benefit to Support BC/EFA at 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2026

A one-night benefit concert will bring current Broadway performers to 54 Below to raise funds for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS through live performances, fundraising, and a charity auction.

Chris Chalk, Christina Sajous and More to Join FOR A MOMENT: A 24 Hour Play Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2026

The Ephemeral Players will present a 24-hour play festival in Chelsea, featuring seven playwrights, six directors and twelve actors creating new short works overnight, with proceeds benefiting WE ACT for Environmental Justice.

MONTCO JAZZ FEST to Mark 5th Anniversary With 30-Plus Concerts
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2026

The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board will present the milestone edition of the Montco Jazz Fest across Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, curated by Artistic Director JOANNA PASCALE with more than 30 concerts and events.