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BOTH EYES OPEN, A Hybrid Opera Theater Production, to Play Zellerbach Playhouse in February
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 4, 2025

New Performance Traditions will present a new production of Both Eyes Open, an experimental electroacoustic opera by Brooklyn-based composer Max Giteck Duykers and Berkeley-based librettist and playwright Philip Kan Gotanda.

Birdland Jazz To Present Emmet Cohen Trio, Svetlana's Big Band And More This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2024

Get all the details on jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running December 2nd - December 15th.

Alexis Cole to Present I'LL TAKE NEW YORK at HFC Underground
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2024

Jazz vocalist and pianist Alexis Cole will debut at HFC Underground, celebrating NYC's music with classics and hidden gems. Joined by John DiMartino, Tony Depaolis, and Kenny Hassler, experience a sonic tour of the city. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Jazzmobile Summerfest Continues This Friday
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024

In celebration of Max Roach 100, the legendary late jazz drummer, composer, bandleader, activist, will be honored with a performance by M’BOOM + HORNS, in Marcus Garvey Park on August 16, starting at 7:00 pm.

See What's Coming Up At Birdland: Jazz Programming August 12th - August 25th
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have revealed all jazz programming running August 12th - August 25th.

See What's Coming Up At Birdland August 5th - August 18th
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 3, 2024

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has revealed jazz programming running August 5th - August 18th.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveal August 2024 Programming
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will operate this August with a full slate of nightly performances.

See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 29th - August 11th
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024

Birdland has announced jazz programming running at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater July 29th - August 11th.

Smoke Jazz Club Announces September Line-Up With Branford Marsalis and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2024

SMOKE Jazz Club will continue its 25th anniversary season with a month of album release shows and club debuts.

Alexis Cole Comes to 54 Below Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024

Experience the captivating performance of Alexis Cole at 54 Below on May 21. Dive into an evening of enchanting jazz music by this renowned artist.

Actor Jeffrey Wright Delivered The 35th Annual Nancy Hanks Lecture On Arts And Public Policy
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2024

Renowned actor Jeffrey Wright gives an insightful address at the 35th Annual Nancy Hanks Lecture on Arts and Public Policy, discussing the importance and impact of arts in society.

Video: Watch Erika Jayne Prepare For Las Vegas in BET IT ALL ON BLONDE Documentary Trailer
by Michael Major - Feb 7, 2024

The two-hour documentary special chronicles Erika Jayne's hard-fought journey to the opening night of her highly anticipated Las Vegas residency. “Erika Jayne: Bet It All on Blonde” follows “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Erika Jayne's challenging road to the opening night of her unprecedented Las Vegas residency. Watch the video!

Grammy-Nominated Imani Winds Celebrates Composers Of Color, February 24
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2024

The Music Institute of Chicago presents Grammy-nominated quintet Imani Winds performing “Black and Brown II: A celebration of composers of color” Saturday, February 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue in downtown Evanston.

Jazz Stars Ambrose Akinmusire, Dee Dee Bridgewater and Stefon Harris To Perform On Final Day of Gift of Fifth Holiday Open Streets
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 14, 2023

Jazz icons Ambrose Akinmusire, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and Stefon Harris will perform as part of Fifth Avenue Holiday Open Streets on December 17. Don't miss this opportunity to see these talented artists in action!

Flushing Town Hall Will Hold 17th Annual NEA Jazz Masters Concert Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2023

On Friday, December 15 at 8:00 PM, Flushing Town Hall will proudly host its 17th annual NEA Jazz Masters concert, presenting 'The Music of the NEA Jazz Masters and Original Compositions.'

Chamber Music America Names Cleveland Quartet Award Recipient
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2023

Chamber Music America (CMA), the national network for ensemble music professionals, announced today that the Balourdet Quartet will receive the prestigious Cleveland Quartet Award for the 2024–25 and 2025–26 seasons.

Erika Jayne's BET IT ALL ON BLONDE Las Vegas Special Coming to Bravo Next Year
by Michael Major - Nov 6, 2023

The two-part documentary follows “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star Erika Jayne’s challenging road to the opening night of her unprecedented Las Vegas residency. Through a compilation of formal interviews and observational footage, the documentary chronicles the lead-up to Erika Jayne’s show-stopping Las Vegas debut. Watch a video preview!

Review: Natalie Douglas's Passion Infects During Her JUNETEENTH JUBILEE at Birdland Jazz Club
by Chris Struck - Jun 22, 2023

The performer's fiery personality brought the audience to tears and later to their feet as they sang and clapped along.

The Kennedy Center Reveals Participants of the 23rd Annual Betty Carter's Jazz Ahead
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2023

The Kennedy Center has revealed the 2023 cohort of the 23rd iteration of its annual international professional development program Betty Carter’s Jazz Ahead.

Steven Oquendo Latin Jazz Orchestra Comes to Bryant Park This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2023

Created in 2009 and led by distinguished trumpeter, jazz historian, and music educator, Steven Oquendo, The Steven Oquendo Latin Jazz Orchestra (SOLJO) is a force to be reckoned with. This bold big band is made up of 19 superbly talented guardians of Latin music.