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Pink Martini Celebrates 30 Year Anniversary with North American Tour This Summer & Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 30, 2024

Pink Martini - the renowned musical group from Portland, known for its eclectic blend of classical, jazz, and Latin music - is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year. The celebration features a massive North American tour which includes a 2-night stand at Hollywood Bowl on August 23 and 24 with Andrew Bird Trio opening.

Review: BBC PROMS: PROM 13, SARAH VAUGHAN: IF YOU COULD SEE ME NOW, Royal Albert Hall
by Louise Penn - Jul 29, 2024

A lively, varied and yes, sassy night celebrating a groundbreaking artist. If only a few of the audience headed off to listen to Vaughan's original recordings, that is a bonus. As Sarah Vaughan 'married operatic grandeur with the coolness of jazz', so this concert digs deep to showcase her range, personality, and love of life.

Video: 'Moon River/Audrey's Letter' From Henry Mancini Retrospective Album Feat. Stevie Wonder
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2024

The video, directed by Martin Guigui, includes footage from the iconic film Breakfast at Tiffany’s as well as behind-the-scenes footage of the recording of the song “Moon River” featuring Gustavo Dudamel, The Los Angeles Philharmonic & Los Angeles Master Chorale, Stevie Wonder and Audrey Hepburn.

Review: BBC PROMS: PROM 2, EVERYBODY DANCE! THE SOUNDS OF DISCO, Royal Albert Hall
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 21, 2024

Never to shy away from embracing new genres, BBC Proms introduced its first ever Disco Prom at a glitter ball-bedecked Royal Albert Hall. Everybody Dance! The Sound of Disco was a heady mix of infectious grooves, slick vocals and dynamic floor-fillers that shook the venue to its very foundations.

Jason Robert Brown Will Perform in Concert at Carnegie Hall In October
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024

Three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown will perform a special concert event at Carnegie Hall on October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM. Learn more about the concert here!

'The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions �" Henry Has Company' Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 21, 2024

The Henry Mancini family continues to celebrate what would have been the late legendary composer’s 100th birthday with the release of Henry Mancini’s The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions – Henry Has Company. The album comprises seven tracks and features guest appearances from John Williams, Herbie Hancock, Arturo Sandoval, Quincy Jones, Lizzo, Sir James Galway, Michael Bublé with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and more. Listen to it now!

Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren Will Lead First Broadway Production of THE LAST FIVE YEARS
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2024

Still hurting over the end of the Broadway season? BroadwayWorld has just learned that that singer, songwriter and actor Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren will return to Broadway to star as 'Jamie' and 'Cathy' in the first ever Broadway production of Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown's beloved THE LAST FIVE YEARS. We have all of the details!

Listen: Henry Mancini's 'Pink Panther' Featuring Lizzo and Sir James Galway Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024

The Henry Mancini family continues to celebrate what would have been the late legendary composer’s 100th birthday with the release of Henry Mancini’s “Pink Panther” featuring Lizzo and Sir James Galway, out now. “Pink Panther” follows “Peter Gunn” featuring Quincy Jones, John Williams, Herbie Hancock, and Arturo Sandoval as the second single from the forthcoming album The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions. Listen to the single!

Meet the Cast of ILLINOISE, Beginning Performances Today on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024

Previews begin tonight, April 24, for Illinoise, the theatrical adaptation of Grammy- and Oscar-nominated Sufjan Stevens’ concept album Illinois. Performances will continue through August 10 at the St. James Theatre. Meet the cast of Illinoise here!

Lauri Porra Releases New Album 'Matter and Time' Featuring Stephen Fry
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 19, 2024

Revered Finnish composer and musician Lauri Porra has released his spectacular new album Matter And Time. Scored for narrator, large orchestra, choir, electric ensemble and vocal soloist, Matter And Time finds Porra bringing together an array of musical influences to create a hugely ambitious work, in both scope and sound. It features broadcasting legend Stephen Fry as the narrator. Listen to the album here!

92NY to Present Pekka Kuusisto, Violin & Gabriel Kahane, Piano And Vocals in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024

The 92nd Street Y will present Pekka Kuusisto, violin and Gabriel Kahane, piano and vocals in their new collaboration COUNCIL. Learn more about the musicians and see how to purchase tickets.

Music Returns to Kohl Mansion in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2024

Virtuosic pianist Ilya Yakushev returns to Kohl Mansion for a unique collaborative concert with members of the elite St. Lawrence String Quartet, violinist Owen Dalby and cellist Christopher Costanza, in a program anchored by the glorious Brahms Piano Trio, No. 1.

Lisa Vroman to Return to The Green Room 42 With INGENUE… INGE-NOT-SO-NEW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 8, 2024

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of internationally acclaimed soprano Lisa Vroman in “Ingénue... Ingé-not-so-new!” on Sunday, March 31 at 7:00 PM. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Rita Moreno to Join Pink Martini for 30th Anniversary Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2024

Rita Moreno will join Pink Martini in celebrating its 30th anniversary in concert on Friday, November 1 at 8:00 p.m. at Carnegie Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Pianist Kevin Cole To Celebrate 100th Anniversary Of Rhapsody In Blue With Naxos Release & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2024

Pianist Kevin Cole celebrates the 100th anniversary of Rhapsody in Blue with Naxos release and performances with Albany Symphony and Michigan Theater.

Richard Shelton Brings SINATRA: RAW to Jermyn Street Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2024

Richard Shelton is Frank Sinatra in SINATRA: RAW at Jermyn Street Theatre from 14-20 February 2024, before a major UK Tour.

Lea Salonga, Gavin Creel, Brian d'Arcy James & More Set for MISCAST24
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2024

MCC Theater has revealed that Miscast24 will take place on Monday April 15, 2024 at the Hammerstein Ballroom. Learn additional details!

Moor Mother to Release New Album 'The Great Bailout'; Listen To 'Guilty'
by Michael Major - Jan 18, 2024

Moor Mother announces new album 'The Great Bailout' which dissects the realities of British colonialism. The Great Bailout is Moor Mother aka Camae Ayewa's ninth studio album, with production contributions on various tracks from Mary Lattimore, Lonnie Holley, Vijay Ayer, Angel Bat Dawid, Sistazz of the Nitty Gritty, Aaron Dilloway and more.

BrhyM (Bruce Hornsby & YMusic) Announce 'Deep Sea Vents' Album
by Michael Major - Jan 10, 2024

To celebrate the announcement, BryhM has also released the single “Deep Blue”- a funky meditative strut featuring electric sitar. The album was produced by Hornsby and Rob Moose and recorded in both Williamsburg, VA and in New York, NY. It features additional contributions from jazz legend Branford Marsalis, Mark Dover and drummer Chad Wright.

MUSIC AT KOHL MANSION Welcomes The 2024 Winter/spring Season Of World Renowned Chamber Musicians In 5 Not-to-be Missed Concerts
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2023

Experience the 2024 Winter/Spring Music Series at Kohl Mansion featuring world-renowned chamber musicians in 5 unforgettable concerts. Don't miss out on these exceptional performances. Tickets now on sale at musicatkohl.org.