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Dizzy Gillespie

Date of Death: January 06, 1993 (75)

Birth Place: Cheraw, SC, USA

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Papo Vázquez Leads Third Annual Holiday Jazz & Latin Jazz Parranda

The Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture will present Holiday Jazz & Latin Jazz Parranda for its third winter season, led by Papo Vazquez. Learn more about the upcoming event here!
Birdland Jazz To Present Emmet Cohen Trio, Svetlana's Big Band And More This Month

Get all the details on jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running December 2nd - December 15th.
Interview: Ashley Pezzotti on JLCO's BEBOP REVOLUTION at Jazz At Lincoln Center

On 11/8 and 11/9, see the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra's Bebop Revolution, an immersive experience into the vibrant world of jazz showcasing new, energetic big band arrangements and featuring the world premiere of Everything Changes, composed by JLCO trombonist Vincent Gardner
Musician and Record Producer Quincy Jones Passes Away at 91

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of Grammy Award winner Quincy Jones. Born March 14, 1933, Jones passed away on November 3, 2024 at 91. Throughout his career, the musician and record producer won 28 Grammy Awards for his many contributions to jazz and pop music.
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveals November Programming

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this November with a full slate of nightly performances. Learn more about the November 2024 lineup, featuring a diverse array of performances from renowned jazz musicians and emerging artists.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland Jazz September 30th - October 13th

Discover the upcoming jazz performances at Birdland from September 30th to October 13th, featuring renowned artists and captivating shows. Stay updated on the latest events in the jazz scene.
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Releases October 2024 Programming

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has announced their October 2024 lineup featuring performances by John Pizzarelli, Stacey Kent, and the Mingus Big Band.
Spruce Peak Arts Expands Season with Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and More

Spruce Peak Arts is adding more extraordinary programs to its already stellar lineup for the 2024/2025 season. Joining the roster are the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, Jazz at the Peak with Pete Malinverni, the innovative Little House Dance, Doktor Kaboom, and renowned jazz guitarist John Pizzarelli, each bringing their unique flair and artistry to the stage. 
Lineup Revealed For Jazz Series at Dr. Phillips Center

The lineup has been announced for the Jazz Series at Dr. Phillips Center.​​​​​​​ Guests will immerse themselves in the world of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Dizzy Gillespie, Thelonious Monk and others with the stylings of today’s most celebrated Jazz musicians.
Marsha Ambrosius To Close The 14th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival In September

Vocalist, songwriter, producer and lyricist Marsha Ambrosius has just been added to close out the 14th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF), on Sunday, September 22, at 8:45 pm, on Liberty Avenue, between 10th and 7th Streets downtown, near the August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC), 980 Liberty Avenue.
Lillias White Returns to 54 Below to Celebrate New Album Release

54 Below will welcome back Hadestown’s Lillias White from March 26 - 29 at 7pm.
Review: BBC PROMS: PROM 35: ELLINGTON, BRAXTON AND MARY LOU WILLIAMS

Two giants of the jazz world and one composer who has had vast influence on modern music made up a mixed, but interesting, evening at the BBC Prom 35 in the ever-majestic Royal Albert Hall.
Registration Now Open for NJPAC's JAZZ FOR TEENS 2024-25 Education Program

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center celebrates 27 years of offering thousands of high schoolers from Newark and beyond music lessons and performance experiences through its popular Jazz for Teens program.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland: Jazz Programming August 12th - August 25th

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have revealed all jazz programming running August 12th - August 25th.
Braxton Cook to Release 'My Everything' EP; Shares New Single 'Zodiac'  ​  ​ 

Braxton Cook is set to release a new project titled My Everything on November 1st. Now, he has shared “Zodiac,” a stunning progressive jazz instrumental that takes inspiration from the prolific pianist Mary Lou Williams’ ‘Zodiac Suite.’ Listen to it now!
Kenny Barron Will Make Smoke Jazz Club Debut This Month

SMOKE Jazz Club has announced that NEA Jazz Master Kenny Barron will make his SMOKE Jazz Club debut August 22-25, 2024. The legendary pianist Kenny Barron will lead an essential Trio with bassist Peter Washington and drummer Savannah Harris.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland August 5th - August 18th

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has revealed jazz programming running August 5th - August 18th.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " July 29 to August 4, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including drag, jazz, and plenty of classic showtunes cabaret
Review: BBC PROMS: PROM 13, SARAH VAUGHAN: IF YOU COULD SEE ME NOW, Royal Albert Hall

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.
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveal August 2024 Programming

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

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