Dizzy Gillespie

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.

Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater Reveals July 2024 Programming

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this July with a full slate of nightly performances.

See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 1st - July 14th

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has announced jazz programming running at Birdland July 1st - July 14th.

Find Out What's Coming Up at Birdland June 24th - July 7th

Birdland has announced jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running Birdland June 24th - July 7th.

Something Else!, Led by Vincent Herring, Release Debut Album 'Soul Jazz'

Under the no-nonsense title of Soul Jazz, the album features groove-centric tunes from such masters as Horace Silver, Herbie Hancock, Roy Hargrove, Donald Byrd, Stanley Turrentine, Eddie Harris, Pee Wee Ellis, and John Coltrane, played with infectious vitality by this unparalleled dream band.

Papo Vazquez Leads National Puerto Rican Day Performance in NYC

Papo Vazquez will serve as the musical director for the National Puerto Rican Day Parade in NYC, bringing his unique blend of jazz and Afro-Caribbean music to the celebration.