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Newport Jazz Festival 2025 Details Daily Festival Lineups
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2025

This summer, the Newport Jazz Festival will return to Fort Adams State Park in Rhode Island for the iconic cultural institution’s 71st edition. Following this week’s initial lineup announcement, the daily lineups have been revealed.

Program Revealed For 45th Festival International De Jazz De Montréal
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2025

The Festival International de Jazz de Montréal (FIJM) has unveiled the program for its 45th edition! Learn more about the lineup for the upcoming event and find out how to get tickets.

Janelle Monáe, The Roots, & More Join Newport Jazz Festival 2025 Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025

One of the longest-running and most storied festivals in America, the Newport Jazz Festival will return to Fort Adams State Park in Rhode Island for the iconic cultural institution’s 71st edition on August 1-3. Take a look at the lineup here!

Nicole Henry, Jim Caruso and More to Perform at Birdland in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of nightly performances all April long. See the full lineup, including Nicole Henry and more, and learn how to purchase tickets.

New Music USA And Berklee Institute Of Jazz And Gender Justice Reveal 2025 Next Jazz Legacy Cohort
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025

Next Jazz Legacy has revealed the eight emerging improvisers in jazz that make up its 2025 cohort. Learn more about the color and about Next Jazz Legacy!

Composers Concordance Will Host Leo Genovese and Franz Hackl Duo
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025

Composers Concordance will present the Leo Genovese & Franz Hackl Duo, performing their repertoire plus new compositions for trumpet and piano. Learn more here!

Acclaimed Pianist Yoko Miwa And Her Trio Return To Regattabar In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025

Japanese-born pianist Yoko Miwa and her and music return to Regattabar, 1 Bennett St., Cambridge on Friday, April 11. Joining Miwa will be bassist Brad Barrett and drummer Scott Goulding. 7:30 p.m.

Mara Isaacs Launches Octoverse Media, New Multi-Media Platform
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2025

Mara Isaacs, founder of Octopus Theatricals has launched Octoverse Media, a new multi-media platform for the release of music, film, and other multi-media recordings. Learn more!

Alwyn Morrison’s 'Lenox Hill' Ballad Captures Love in New York City
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 14, 2025

New York City’s kinetic energy finds its sonic match in Alwyn Morrison’s latest release, “Lenox Hill”, a synth-pop ballad that traces the arc of a relationship with vivid imagery and raw emotion. Listen to the song now.

Los Angeles Philharmonic Extends Contracts with Herbie Hancock and Thomas Wilkins
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2025

The LA Phil has announced engagement extensions for two longtime collaborators: Herbie Hancock will continue his role as Creative Chair for Jazz through May 2027 and Thomas Wilkins will continue his role as Principal Conductor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra through 2028.

Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, & More Win 2025 GRAMMY Awards- Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2025

It's music's biggest night! Sabrina Carpenter, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Chappell Roan, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, and more took home awards at The 67th Annual GRAMMYs, now available to rewatch on Paramount+. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here!

Smoke Jazz Club Reveals March Line-Up Featuring Terri Lyn Carrington, Fred Hersch, and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2025

SMOKE Jazz Club will kick off this month with the NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington paying tribute to Max Roach's Centennial with the debut of her “We Insist! 2025” ensemble. Leanr more about the lineup here!

Opera Hispánica to Present The New York Staged Premiere Of KLARA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2025

Opera Hispánica will present the New York staged premiere of KLARA, a chamber opera in four haikus. General admission tickets are $40 and can be purchased now. Learn more!

NEXT JAZZ LEGACY At NYC Winter Jazzfest Announced At Le Poisson Rouge
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2025

Next Jazz Legacy will present a showcase at NYC Winter Jazzfest with an electrifying one-hour set at Le Poisson Rouge on Friday, January 10th at 5:00 PM. This performance will kick off the Manhattan Marathon at NYC Winter Jazzfest, which takes place on January 10th and 11th across New York City and Brooklyn. 

Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute To Present THE SLOWEST BRAIN WAVE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2024

Scientists at Houston University discovered that Butoh dance, performed by Vangeline Theater, induces the slowest brain wave activity, marking a significant breakthrough in neuroscience and performance art.

Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2025 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 8, 2024

Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande more were nominated for GRAMMYS. Check out the full list of nominations now! The Outsiders, Suffs and more were nominated in the Best Musical Theatre Album category.

Mellon Foundation Awards $1.25m To New Music USA's Next Jazz Legacy
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024

New Music USA and the Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice have announced the continuation of Next Jazz Legacy, a groundbreaking initiative designed by NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington, and New Music USA, to expand opportunities for women and non-binary artists who have been historically underrepresented in jazz.

Video: Sneak Peek at Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA, Coming to McCarter Theatre Next Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 13, 2024

Audiences will get a double bill of jazz brilliance with Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA on Saturday, October 19. Check out a video sneak peek at the performance here.

Pianist Yoko Miwa And Her Trio Return To Scullers Jazz Club In October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2024

The Yoko Miwa Trio announced their return to Scullers Jazz Club on October 4, 2024. The performance will feature selections from their latest album, showcasing their signature jazz style.

McCarter Theatre Center 2024-25 Presented Programming Season Begins
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 21, 2024

McCarter Theatre Center has begun its highly anticipated 2024-2025 Presenting Season, offering a blend of perennial favorites and exciting cutting-edge talent.