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LATE NIGHT JAZZ Will Return to Royal Albert Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2024

Following two sold out seasons earlier this year, the Royal Albert Hall returns with its third series of Late Night Jazz for 2024. From gospel and swing to ‘60s soul jazz and funk influences, the autumn season continues to highlight the diverse and vibrant jazz scene emanating from the London jazz scene.

2024 NYC Winter Jazzfest Announces Final Lineup For 20th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2024

NYC Winter Jazzfest has announced the complete list of artists to be featured at the 20th annual NYC Winter Jazzfest! Please mark your calendars for January 10-18, 2024.

2024 NYC WINTER JAZZFEST Celebrates 20 Seasons With the Full Spectrum of Jazz, January 10-18
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023

NYC Winter Jazzfest has announced the initial list of artists to be featured at the 20th annual NYC Winter Jazzfest! Please mark your calendars for January 10-18, 2024.

SONGBOOK SUNDAYS At Jazz at Lincoln Center Continues With SAVIN' MY LOVE FOR FATS WALLER, June 11
by A.A. Cristi - May 25, 2023

Songbook Sundays, created and hosted by Deborah Grace Winer celebrating the American Songbook will continue at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Dizzy's with SAVIN' MY LOVE FOR FATS WALLER on Sunday, June 11th at 5 PM and 7:30 PM at Dizzy's Club.  

NEA Jazz Master Kenny Barron's First Solo Piano Record In Over 40 Years, THE SOURCE, Is Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2023

Currently, Lopez’s menu will include French Onion Soup, Burrata, Potato Gnocchi, Pan Seared Duck Breast, Butter Basted Scallops, Crispy Short Rib,

Kolstein Center Announces June and July Performances at Essex House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2022

In response to Covid to provide some money to NYC’s many out-of-work or underemployed string musicians, Manny Alvarez launched a “Kolstein Performance Showcase” in collaboration with the Essex House on Central Park South/7th.  There is an ongoing schedule every Friday evening from 7-8 PM.

Birdland Theater to Present Eric Comstock & Barbara Fasano
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2021

BIRDLAND THEATER will present Eric Comstock & Barbara Fasano, whose electrifying combination of warmth, wit, swing, and sensuality have made them the nightclub world's most celebrated team, in “BABY, IT’S WARM INSIDE!” for four performances only: Saturday, December 25 and Sunday, December 26 at 7pm and 9:30pm.

BWW Interview: Nicole Henry of FEELING GOOD at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 11, 2021

After making a splashy smash with her Whitney Houston tribute show, Nicole Henry returns to the scene of the shine with a new nightclub act appropriately titled FEELING GOOD. Because she is.

BWW Feature: Birdland Jazz Club Plans Starry Benefit Concert Featuring Chita Rivera, Leslie Odom Jr., and Bill Clinton
by Stephen Mosher - Jan 15, 2021

Gianni Valenti, Jim Caruso and Tom D'Angora go into overtime trying to save Birdland from closure.

Clifton Anderson Releases 'Been Down This Road Before'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 22, 2020

Been Down This Road Before is the title track from ​Clifton Anderson’​s new album, which shares the same name. ​

Aisha And Darius DeHaas Join THE EARLY SET With Gabrielle Stravelli!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2020

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.

Birdland Jazz Club Has Adjusted Their Schedule For March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2020

Birdland Jazz Club has adjusted its schedule for March. See below for the changes: 

Live At Birdland Jazz Club & Birdland Theater Announce Lineup for March 16 - 29
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2020

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced their lineup of artists for March 16 through March 29: 

Live At Birdland Jazz Club & Birdland Theater Announces March 9 - March 22 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 29, 2020

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced listing for March 9 through March 22: 

Highlights In Jazz Presents the 47th Anniversary Gala
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 3, 2020

The 48th season of the popular Highlights In Jazz series gets off to a roaring start on Feb. 13, 2020, when producer Jack Kleinsinger presents the Highlights In Jazz 47th Anniversary Gala. Featured performers include bassist Jay Leonhart, pianist Tomoko Ohno, drummer Bobby Sanabria, saxophonist Steve Wilson, percussionist/drummer Memo Acevedo, violinist/mandolinist Aaron Weinstein, and drummer Vito Lesczak. And, in keeping with the beloved HIJ tradition, a surprise special guest will be on hand for the concert, held at BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center.

Jack Kleinsinger's HIGHLIGHTS IN JAZZ Will Kick Off New Season with 47th Anniversary Gala Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2020

The 48th season of the popular Highlights In Jazz series gets off to a roaring start on Feb. 13, 2020, when producer Jack Kleinsinger presents the Highlights In Jazz 47th Anniversary Gala. Featured performers include bassist Jay Leonhart, pianist Tomoko Ohno, drummer Bobby Sanabria, saxophonist Steve Wilson, percussionist/drummer Memo Acevedo, violinist/mandolinist Aaron Weinstein, and drummer Vito Lesczak. And, in keeping with the beloved HIJ tradition, a surprise special guest will be on hand for the concert, held at BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center.

Photo Flash: Celebrating Andy Bey's 80th Birthday With CELESTIAL BEING At Birdland
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2019

The Broadway at Birdland concert series was proud to present “Celestial Being,” the 80th Birthday Celebration concert celebrating jazz legend Andy Bey.  The one-night-only event will took place on Monday, December 9.

Jack Kleinsinger's Highlights In Jazz Announces its 48th All-Star Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2019

Throughout its extensive history, the Highlights In Jazz series has made a practice of presenting a spectrum of the most beloved and admired jazz players on the scene. The upcoming 2020 season is no exception, with the exciting four-concert series bringing together stellar musicians including Jimmy Cobb, Jay Leonhart, Bernard Purdie, Art Baron, Russell Malone and others. Count on hearing unforgettable performances from Wycliffe Gordon, Peter and Will Anderson, Victor Lewis, Eddie Daniels, joined by an array of greats.

Birdland Presents Stacey Kent And More Week Of December 9
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2019

Birdland will kick-off their great week of programming with the following acts:

Minton's Playhouse Presents NEW YEAR'S EVE EXTRAVAGANZA!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2019

Grammy honored JC Hopkins and his Biggish Band will be playing musical host at the legendary Minton's Playhouse for ringing in the New Year and no better place to do it than at the birthplace of bebop. The Biggish Band has backed a number of musical legends in its time including Norah Jones, Elvis Costello, Tony Bennett, Jazzmeia Horn and Jon Hendricks to name a few.