John Hicks

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveals November Programming
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024

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.

Bebop Saxophonist Brings His Eric Alexander Quartet to Flushing Town Hall
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2024

On Friday, November 22nd at 8 PM, jazz aficionados can enjoy the Eric Alexander Quartet at Flushing Town Hall.

Eric Person's Soul Saturation, Brian Charette Trio & More Set for Lincoln Square Lunchtime Summer Concert Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2023

A warm summer welcome is headed to Lincoln Square with the return and expansion of Lincoln Square Business Improvement District's FREE lunchtime summer concert series.

The Django to Welcome Today's Premier Swing Band, 15+ Vocalists, and Hot Latin Tuesday Nights This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2022

THE DJANGO will bring another month of stellar jazz by some of the field’s heroes alongside young, emerging artists.

Chelsea Table + Stage and Jazz Foundation of America to Present Russell Malone
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2022

The series will launch with acclaimed guitarist Russell Malone on Wednesday, April 6, with additional artists to be announced. Tickets are $45, which includes a $15 food and beverage credit. CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE is located at 152 West 26th Street.

Legendary Strata-East Label to Celebrate 50 Years at Birdland
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2021

Strata-East Records will celebrate 50 years of amazing Jazz at Birdland, Aug. 31 – Sept. 4, 2021.

Jazz Power ON Honors Charlie Parker At 100
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2020

Charlie Parker 100: Jazz Power ON, hosted by Eli Yamin, musician, educator and Managing Artistic Director of Jazz Power Initiative, celebrates the bebop genius of saxophonist Charlie “Bird” Parker.

Nancy Wilson Jazz Tribute Comes to 54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2019

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents jazz quintet The Cafe Society as they honor "the grand diva of jazz," Nancy Wilson, on February 1, 2019 at 9:30pm. This carefully curated tribute features a selection of Nancy's songs interwoven with captivating details about her life and music. From her early jazz collaborations with George Shearing and Cannonball Adderley to her biggest R&B hits, enjoy the best of Nancy Wilson as interpreted by this Brooklyn-based group of professional jazz musicians.

Nancy Wilson Jazz Tribute Comes to 54 Below
by Julie Musbach - Jan 8, 2019

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents jazz quintet The Cafe Society as they honor "the grand diva of jazz," Nancy Wilson, on February 1, 2019 at 9:30pm. This carefully curated tribute features a selection of Nancy's songs interwoven with captivating details about her life and music. From her early jazz collaborations with George Shearing and Cannonball Adderley to her biggest R&B hits, enjoy the best of Nancy Wilson as interpreted by this Brooklyn-based group of professional jazz musicians.

Jack Kleinsinger's Highlights In Jazz Presents A Salute To Russell Malone
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2018

Jack Kleinsinger's Highlights In Jazz closes its 46thseason with a tribute to lauded jazz guitarist Russell Malone. A mainstay on the Manhattan music scene since the 1980s, as well as a regular at international festivals and concert halls, Russell has attracted critical and fan recognition for his work as an accomplished leader and in-demand sideman. 

Pianist Roberta Piket Revisits Jazz Trio Format with the Release of WEST COAST TRIO
by Macon Prickett - Feb 19, 2018

Roberta Piket, one of the most virtuosic and versatile pianists on the current international jazz scene, revisits the iconic jazz piano trio format with the April 6 release of 'West Coast Trio' on her label Thirteenth Note Records. Joining Piket is the consummate rhythm section of drummer Joe La Barbera and bassist Darek Oleszkiewicz-part of the vibrant West Coast jazz scene centered in metro-Los Angeles and whose presence inspired the album's title. Guitarist Larry Koonse guests on two tracks.

Jazz Women of NY Celebrate Women In Jazz Month at Metropolitan Room
by BWW News Desk - Mar 14, 2017

Jazz Women of New York is a new all-woman band conceived by vocalist Lee Torchia.  The core group is pianist Jill McManus, bassist Melissa Slocum, drummer Sylvia Cuenca, flutist Andrea Brachfeld, and saxophonist Carol Sudhalter, with occasional subs from the female side of NY jazz.

All-Female Band 'Jazz Women of New York' Available for Bookings
by BWW News Desk - Dec 19, 2016

Jazz Women of New York is a new all-woman band conceived by vocalist Lee Torchia.  The core group is pianist Jill McManus, saxophonist and flutist Carol Sudhalter, and bassist Melissa Slocum, with occasional subs from the female side of NY jazz.

New York Wine Events to Present 4th Annual NYC Autumn Wine Festival at NYY Steak in Manhattan, November 19.
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 20, 2016

New York Wine Events is pleased to announce its 4th Annual NYC Autumn Wine Festival will be returning to NYY Steak in midtown Manhattan on Saturday, November 19. General admission sessions will be held at 2:30-5pm and 7:30-10pm. A special Premium Early Access ticket offers guests the option of walking the upscale food and wine event one hour earlier than the rest of the crowd, commencing at 1:30pm for the afternoon session and 6:30pm for the evening.

PHANTOM & BRIGHT STAR Casts and More Set for Birdland's April Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2016

Birdland Jazz Club has announced its April 2016 schedule, featuring: Pharoah Sanders Quartet, Yellowjackets, Showbiz After Hours with Frank DiLella, The Birdland Big Band, Karrin Allyson, The Matt & Brian Show, Arturo O'Farrill Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and more. Scroll down for details!

BROADWAY FOR AFRICA Benefit, 'PHANTOM' Cast & More Set for Birdland, Week of 4/4
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 25, 2016

Birdland Jazz Club has announced its schedule for April 4-10, featuring Pharoah Sanders Quartet, Nick Adams Hosts 'Broadway for Africa!', Joe Alterman Trio, and more!

PHANTOM & BRIGHT STAR Casts and More Set for Birdland's April Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2016

Birdland Jazz Club has announced its April 2016 schedule, featuring: Pharoah Sanders Quartet, Yellowjackets, Showbiz After Hours with Frank DiLella, The Birdland Big Band, Karrin Allyson, The Matt & Brian Show, Arturo O'Farrill Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and more. Scroll down for details!

Drummer/Composer Reggie Quinerly's New CD INVICTUS Out Today
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2015

For his second CD, 'Invictus,' which will be released by the drummer's Redefinition Music label today, March 17, Quinerly takes inspiration—and the CD's title—from the 1875 poem by William Ernest Henley

Drummer/Composer Reggie Quinerly's New CD 'Invictus' to Be Released 3/17
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 2, 2015

For his second CD, 'Invictus,' which will be released by the drummer's Redefinition Music label on March 17, Quinerly takes inspiration—and the CD's title—from the 1875 poem by William Ernest Henley

SummerStage Announces Lineup of Free Shows, 8/18-24
by Louisa Brady - Aug 5, 2014

SummerStage continues their summer programming of free concerts. They recently released their lineup of free shows for the week of August 18-24th. See the full details below!