Jesse Lewis

Review: HARMONY FOR THE HOLIDAY WITH DUCHESS Is a Delight at Birdland
by Rob Lester - Dec 23, 2024

Duchess, the four-member female harmony group made one night during the week before Christmas full of comfort (zone) and joy with songs from their EP and their retro fun songs.

Awadagin Pratt Releases 'Still Point' (single) via New Amsterdam Records
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 2, 2023

Awadagin Pratt has released 'Still Point', the second single from his upcoming album STILLPOINT. Read more about the internationally acclaimed pianist's latest release and upcoming album on New Amsterdam Records.

Violinist Sara Caswell's 'The Way To You' Out This March Via Anzic Records
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2023

Out March 3, 2023 via Anzic Records, The Way To You features Jesse Lewis, Ike Sturm, Jared Schonig and special guest Chris Dingman on a heartfelt, gorgeous set of originals and inspired arrangements.

Yevgeny Kutik Makes Maverick Concerts Debut Soloist in Shostakovich's Sonata for Violin, Strings, and Percussion
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2022

Violinist Yevgeny Kutik ––  known for his “dark-hued tone and razor-sharp technique” (The New York Times) — will make his Maverick Concerts debut as part of Maverick Concerts' Annual Chamber Orchestra Concert, on Saturday August 27, 2022 at 6pm. Kutik will be the featured soloist alongside the Caroga Arts Ensemble, led by Music Director Alexander Platt. The performance will be held at Maverick Concert Hall (120 Maverick Road).

Palaver Strings to Release READY OR NOT, A Collection Of Diverse Works By Female Composers
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2022

On Friday, April 15, 2022, musician-led ensemble Palaver Strings will release its new album of music by diverse female composers, Ready or Not, on Azica Records.

Violinist Yevgeny Kutik's THE DEATH OF JULIET AND OTHER TALES Available Now
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2021

The new album from Russian-American violinist Yevgeny Kutik, known for his “dark-hued tone and razor-sharp technique,” (The New York Times) is available now in digital formats on Marquis Classics. The Death of Juliet and Other Tales – Music of Prokofiev, highlights Russia's rich history of folklore and folktales portrayed in the music of Prokofiev.

Violinist Yevgeny Kutik to Release New Album THE DEATH OF JULIET AND OTHER TALES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2021

Russian-American violinist Yevgeny Kutik has announced his new album, The Death of Juliet and Other Tales on Marquis Classics, highlighting Russia's rich history of folklore and folktales portrayed in the music of Prokofiev.

Yevgeny Kutik Performs World Premiere Of Joseph Schwantner's Violin Concerto In Detroit Symphony Orchestra Debut
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2021

Russian-American violinist Yevgeny Kutik gives the world premiere of Joseph Schwantner's Violin Concerto in his Detroit Symphony Orchestra debut on October 15 and 16, 2021 at Orchestra Hall (3711 Woodward Ave.).

Violinist Yevgeny Kutik Makes Solo Debut With Boston Civic Orchestra
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2021

On Sunday, June 13, 2021 at 3pm ET, Russian-American violinist Yevgeny Kutik will make his debut as soloist with the Boston Civic Symphony, performing Beethoven's Violin Concerto. Led by Music Director Francisco Noya, the program will be free to watch, broadcast live from the First Church in Cambridge.

Who Won Awards at the GRAMMYS? See the Full List of Winners Here!
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 15, 2021

The awards honored six musicals from Broadway, Off-Broadway, and the West End with nominations for Best Musical Theatre Album - 'Jagged Little Pill,' 'American Utopia,' 'Little Shop of Horrors,' 'The Prince of Egypt,' 'Soft Power,' and Amélie.'

Violinist Yevgeny Kutik Announces FINDING HOME: MUSIC FROM THE SUITCASE in Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2021

On Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 7pm ET, Russian-American violinist Yevgeny Kutik, will launch Finding Home: Music from the Suitcase in Concert, a five-episode docu-recital series filmed at the Shalin Liu Performance Center in Rockport, MA, based on Kutik’s 2014 album Music from the Suitcase (Marquis Classics).

Composer Yevegniy Sharlat and NOW Ensemble Release New Music and Video
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2019

NOW Ensemble's Spare the Rod! out everywhere today! Get the EP on any of your favorite digital platforms, like Bandcamp, Spotify, and Apple Music.

Third Coast Percussion Premieres Music By Devonté Hynes On 'Fields' From Cedille Records
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2019

Grammy Award-winning ensemble Third Coast Percussion plays music by international R&B and pop music star Devonté Hynes (aka Blood Orange) on their newest album, Fields, marking Hynes's recording debut as a classical composer.

Third Coast Percussion Premieres Music By Devonté Hynes On FIELDS
by Julie Musbach - Oct 17, 2019

Grammy Award-winning ensemble Third Coast Percussion plays music by international R&B and pop music star Devonté Hynes (aka Blood Orange) on their newest album, Fields, marking Hynes's recording debut as a classical composer.

Ford's Theatre Hosts Annual Gala
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2019

Ford's Theatre Society celebrated the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln at its Annual Gala on Sunday evening, June 2, 2019, at Ford's Theatre (511 10th Street NW). For more than 40 years, the Society has hosted this bipartisan event, which provides crucial support to the non-profit's theatrical and educational programs.

Birdland Presents Dr. Lonnie Smith And More Week Of May 20
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2019

Birdland will kick-off their great week of programming with the following acts:

Birdland Announces May 2019 Schedule - Emmet Cohen Trio, David Murray with Saul Williams, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2019

Birdland has announced its upcoming May program!

Yevgeny Kutik Launches Commissioning and Recording Project 'Meditations on Family'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 7, 2019

Russian-American violinist Yevgeny Kutik, known for his “dark-hued tone and razor-sharp technique” (The New York Times), has launched a new commissioning and recording project titled Meditations on Family via Marquis Classics. Kutik has commissioned eight composers to translate a personal family photo into a short musical miniature for violin and various ensemble. He envisions the project as a living archive of new works inspired by memories, home, and belonging. Each track has been released digitally weekly, and the full EP CD, produced by four-time Grammy winner Jesse Lewis, will be released on March 22, 2019. Kutik will make his Kennedy Center debut presented by Washington Performing Arts on April 23, performing selections from Meditations on Family and his previous project, Music from the Suitcase.

Kacey Musgraves, Childish Gambino Win Big at the 2019 GRAMMY AWARDS - Full Winners List!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 11, 2019

Music's Biggest Night - the GRAMMYs - is here! Live from STAPLES Center, and hosted by Alicia Keys, the 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards will be broadcast on CBS at 8:00 p.m. ET/5:00 p.m. PT. 

Russian-American Violinist Yevgeny Kutik Launches 'Meditations on Family'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 18, 2019

Russian-American violinist Yevgeny Kutik, known for his “dark-hued tone and razor-sharp technique” (The New York Times), launches a new commissioning and recording project titled Meditations on Family today with the release of Christopher Cerrone's Flight to Limbo, available via Marquis Classics from all major streaming services. Kutik has commissioned eight composers to translate a personal family photo into a short musical miniature for violin and various ensemble. He envisions the project as a living archive of new works inspired by memories and tradition. One new piece will come out each Friday, and the full EP will be released on March 8, 2019. The recordings were produced by four-time Grammy winner Jesse Lewis.