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CLUB44 RECORDS is launching their relationship with acclaimed vocalist Nicolas King with the release of his new collection Act One: Celebrating 25 Years of Recordings, which is available on CD today, Friday, February 26. The album was released in streaming and digital formats last month.

Nicolas King dug into the vaults and found some treasures, then he made some new ones and he is sharing them with the world on a new album that celebrates his brief time already spent in show business.

CLUB44 RECORDS is launching their relationship with acclaimed vocalist Nicolas King with the release of his new collection Act One: Celebrating 25 Years of Recordings, which will be available in streaming and digital formats on Friday, January 22.

Gabrielle Stravelli welcomes acclaimed vocalist, pianist and composer Ann Hampton Callaway to 'The Early Set' this Wednesday, November 11, at 6PM EDT, to discuss her music and career.

Gabrielle Stravelli welcomes Camila Meza to 'The Early Set' this Wednesday, October 14, at 6PM EDT, to discuss her career and music.

Gabrielle Stravelli welcomes Michael Kanan to 'The Early Set' this Wednesday, August 26, at 6PM EDT, to discuss his career leading his own trio as well as his work with acclaimed jazz vocalists Jane Monheit and Jimmy Scott.

Gabrielle Stravelli welcomes Catherine Russell to 'The Early Set' this Wednesday, August 26, at 6PM EDT, to discuss her solo career and her work as a backup singer for David Bowie, Steely Dan, and more.

Gabrielle Stravelli welcomes Nanny Assis to 'The Early Set' this Wednesday, August 12, at 6PM EDT, to discuss his albums, collaborations, influences and ability to blend Brazilian rhythms and American jazz.

Gabrielle Stravelli welcomes Aisha and Darius DeHaas to 'The Early Set' this Wednesday, July 29, at 6PM EDT, to discuss the siblings' multi-faceted careers in jazz, theater, television, film and in clubs and concert halls.

Gabrielle Stravelli - the celebrated jazz-pop vocalist and songwriter described as a 'lighthouse of emotional integrity' by Downbeat and as a 'quadruple threat and force to be reckoned with' by jazz icon Bob Dorough - debuted a new online talk show, 'The Early Set' featuring conversations with American and international jazz artists on Wednesday, June 24th.

BWW Feature: Live Streaming Events, Archived Concerts and More Scheduled For Future Dates

After an acclaimed engagement last November, Tony Award nominated singer, actress and New York Times columnist Melissa Errico will return to Feinstein's/54 Below, May 28-30 with a?oeLegrand Difference.a??

Melissa Errico will offer a special event March 12 at 6pm at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center (Bruno Walter Auditorium, 111 Amsterdam Avenue between 64th/65th Streets), YOU MUST BELIEVE IN SPRING: Melissa Errico Talks & Sings Michel Legrand. The event will be directed by Tony Award-winner Richard Maltby, Jr. and is free to attend for the public, with limited space and RSVP required here: https://melissaerriconypl.eventbrite.com/

The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage is proud to present GRAMMY Award-winning vocalist Catherine Russell on Saturday, February 22 at 7:30pm. Russell moved from singing backup to such icons as Paul Simon and David Bowie into the spotlight, and she's stayed there ever since. The vocal dynamo dazzles her audiences, interpreting jazz favorites and forgotten blues treasures with soul, humor and stunning range.

Lianne Marie Dobbs brought her highly acclaimed show to The Green Room 42 last night. “Why Can't A Woman Be More Like A Man…? first premiered at The Beach Cafe and this enhanced version for the larger space was just as effective. Here's our report then which still holds true. Leanne had Ken Ard and Travis Poelle join her at the Green Room. Pianist Ron Abel supplied the highly effective arrangements.

The Newport Beach Jazz Party is extending a Valentine's Day Weekend Staycation special offer to Newport Beach Yacht Club members to enjoy 3 days and 4 nights immersed in work class jazz. The weekend features historic jazz legends, modern stars and once in a lifetime artist collaborations. The package includes 2 tickets to each and every set throughout the weekend as well as access to the VIP private concerts, meet and greets, Newport Beach Jazz Party swag bags and special surprises.

Below is the upcoming schedule at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater February 3 through February 16: 

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are pleased to present the schedule for the month of February! At Birdland Jazz Club, catch the iconic Lionel Hampton Big Band Featuring Jason Marsalis, current GRAMMY nominee Catherine Russell, the Birdland debut of AGUAS Trio with Omar Sosa, Yilian Cañizares and Gustavo Ovalles, and iconic vocalist Jane Monheit. Internationally recognized trumpeter Rachel Therrien, the Seth Weaver Big Band, and The Voice contestant Melinda Rose Rodriguez will also be performing upstairs.