The Birdland Latin Jazz Orchestra marks its debut at Birdland Jazz Club, directed by saxophonist David DeJesus, a fixture on the New York City music scene for three decades. Composed of a rotating cast of New York's top musicians, the orchestra performs classics of the Latin jazz big band repertoire, highlighting the vibrant rhythms and sophisticated arrangements that define the style. DeJesus brings deep expertise in both jazz and Latin music to this new ensemble, drawing on a career that includes work with the Village Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, the Mingus Big Band, and the Grammy-nominated Arturo O'Farrill Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra.
Cast and Creative Team for The Birdland Latin Jazz Orchestra at Birdland
Cast
Frank Vignola
Ensemble
David DeJesus
Ensemble
Ginita
Ensemble
Pasquale Grasso
Ensemble
Gabrielle Cavassa
Ensemble
Vanessa Rubin
Ensemble
Kevin Dorn
Ensemble
Josh Dunn
Ensemble
Harvey Tibbs
Ensemble
Tom Abbott
Ensemble
Conal Fowkes
Ensemble
Simon Wettenhall
Ensemble
Brian Nalepka
Ensemble
Anat Cohen
Ensemble
David Ostwald
Ensemble
Billy Stritch
Ensemble
Jim Caruso
Ensemble
Amanda McBroom
Ensemble
Michele Brourman
Ensemble
Vince Giordano
Ensemble
The Nighthawks
Ensemble
Natalie Douglas
Ensemble
Alex Raderman
Ensemble
Harrison Hollingsworth
Ensemble
Eric Hargreaves
Ensemble
Steve Doyle
Ensemble
Daniel Glass
Ensemble
Jimmy Bruno
Ensemble
Dave Stryker
Ensemble
The Boptet
Ensemble
Gary Mazzaroppi
Ensemble
Ted Rosenthal
Ensemble
Quintin Harris
Ensemble
The Birdland Big Band
Ensemble
The Birdland Latin Jazz Orchestra
Ensemble
João Bosco
Ensemble
Wycliffe Gordon
Ensemble
Ehud Asherie
Ensemble
Marion Felder
Ensemble
Creative Team
Frank Vignola
Musical Director
Simon Wettenhall
Musical Director
Conal Fowkes
Musical Director
David DeJesus
Director
David DeJesus
Musical Director
Ginita
Composer
João Bosco
Composer
Lydia Liebman Promotions
General Manager
Pat Philips
Producer
David Ostwald
Musical Director
Billy Stritch
Musical Director
Jim Caruso
Director
Michele Brourman
Musical Director
Amanda McBroom
Musical Director
Vince Giordano
Arranger
Vince Giordano
Composer
News About The Birdland Latin Jazz Orchestra at Birdland
Birdland Reveals July 2026 Performance Lineup Featuring Christian Sands, Stella Cole, Bill Charlap & More
June 30, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full month of nightly performances featuring Christian Sands Quintet, Liz Gillies, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, the Birdland Big Band, and more.
Jeff Harnar and The Count Basie Orchestra Lead Birdland's June Lineup
June 05, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a packed lineup including Jeff Harnar, the Legendary Count Basie Orchestra, Ravi Coltrane Quartet, and recurring acts like Jim Caruso's Cast Party and the Big Band.
Birdland Jazz Club Will Present Julie Halston, Bill Charlap Trio & More In May 2026
May 08, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a lineup including Julie Halston, Bill Charlap Trio, Michael Wolff Quartet, Robin McKelle, and recurring acts like Jim Caruso's Cast Party and the Birdland Big Band.
Amanda McBroom, SF Jazz Collective, João Bosco & Gabrielle Cavassa Lead Upcoming Birdland Lineup
April 17, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a lineup including Amanda McBroom & Michele Brourman, SF Jazz Collective, João Bosco, and returning acts like VINCE GIORDANO & THE NIGHTHAWKS and JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY.
John Beasley, YELLOWJACKETS, Karen Akers & JOÃO BOSCO Lead April Lineup At Birdland Jazz Club
April 01, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater announced a full April 2026 schedule featuring UNLIMITED MILES: Miles Davis at 100, Yellowjackets, The Hot Sardines, João Bosco, and more across both venues.
Karen Mason, John Beasley, Yellowjackets And Christian Wiggs Lead Birdland Jazz Club And Theater Lineup
March 27, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced programming for late March through mid-April. The lineup includes Karen Mason, UNLIMITED MILES: MILES DAVIS AT 100, Yellowjackets, and more. Performances will run across both venues in New York City.
Kurt Elling, Emmet Cohen, And Lew Tabackin Lead Birdland Jazz Club Lineup
March 13, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club in New York City will present a diverse lineup of performances from March 16 to March 29, 2026. The schedule includes renowned artists and ensembles, offering a range of jazz styles and musical experiences. This period at Birdland highlights the club's commitment to featuring top-tier jazz talent and providing audiences with high-quality live music entertainment.
Nicole Henry, Mike Stern Band, John Pizzarelli & Gunhild Carling Lead Birdland Lineup Next Week
February 20, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club will present a lineup of performances from February 23 to March 8, featuring renowned artists and ensembles in the heart of New York City.
Julie Benko, Chad LB, Nicole Henry And More Perform Live At Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater This Week
February 13, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a wide-ranging lineup from February 16 through March 1, featuring established jazz icons, Broadway favorites, and rising stars across both venues.
Natalie Douglas, Catherine Russell, Melissa Errico, And More Set for Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater This Week
February 06, 2026 Live at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater, programming from February 9 through February 22 will feature a wide range of jazz, cabaret, and Broadway artists.
Wendy Moten, Maria Schneider Orchestra and More Lead February Lineup At Birdland
January 30, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of performances from February 2 through February 15, featuring returning favorites and guest artists across jazz, cabaret, big band, and Latin music.
Birdland Sets Two-Week Lineup With Ms. Lisa Fischer, The Mingus Big Band, Emma Smith, And Vince Giordano
January 16, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced programming for January 19 through February 1. Highlights include Ms. Lisa Fischer featuring the Orrin Evans Trio, The Mingus Big Band, Emma Smith Quartet, and return engagements by Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks and Jim Caruso’s Cast Party.
Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater Set Programming Featuring Marilyn Maye, Dee Dee Bridgewater, And Bill Charlap
January 02, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of jazz, cabaret, and big band programming across both venues. The schedule includes multi-night engagements, one-night performances, and returning resident series by established and emerging artists.
Maude Maggart, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Marilyn Maye & More Set For Birdland Jazz
December 26, 2025 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of performances running December 29 through January 11, featuring cabaret, big band jazz, vocalists, and instrumental ensembles across both venues.About the Theatre
Birdland Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows are coming up next at Birdland Jazz Club?
ERIC COMSTOCK & BARBARA FASANO QUARTET (06/27/26-06/27/26)
What shows have played recently at Birdland Jazz Club?
Hot Combination (06/07/26-06/07/26)
Steven Feifke Trio (05/24/26-05/25/26)
Jason Yeager and Justin Poindexter: Don't Fence Me In – The Music of Cole Porter (05/18/26-05/18/26)
Sinatra With Style RETURNS: Hits and Rare Gems Swung by Richard Cortez (05/17/26-05/17/26)
Bill Charlap Solo Piano (05/16/26-05/16/26)
Bill Charlap Trio (05/12/26-05/16/26)
Julie Halston: VIRTUAL HALSTON LIVE (05/11/26-05/11/26)
Karen Mack (05/04/26-05/04/26)
David DeJesus and the Boptet – Miles Davis Centennial Celebration (05/03/26-05/03/26)
Quintin Harris (05/02/26-05/02/26)
Steven Feifke Trio (05/24/26-05/25/26)
Jason Yeager and Justin Poindexter: Don't Fence Me In – The Music of Cole Porter (05/18/26-05/18/26)
Sinatra With Style RETURNS: Hits and Rare Gems Swung by Richard Cortez (05/17/26-05/17/26)
Bill Charlap Solo Piano (05/16/26-05/16/26)
Bill Charlap Trio (05/12/26-05/16/26)
Julie Halston: VIRTUAL HALSTON LIVE (05/11/26-05/11/26)
Karen Mack (05/04/26-05/04/26)
David DeJesus and the Boptet – Miles Davis Centennial Celebration (05/03/26-05/03/26)
Quintin Harris (05/02/26-05/02/26)
What shows are coming up next at Birdland?
John Pizzarelli: P.S. Mr. Bennett (08/04/26-08/08/26)
What shows have played recently at Birdland?
Camila Meza Band (07/07/26-07/08/26)
Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos (07/06/26-07/06/26)
Dan Block Quartet (07/05/26-07/05/26)
Christian Sands Quintet (06/30/26-07/04/26)
ERIC COMSTOCK & BARBARA FASANO QUARTET (06/27/26-06/27/26)
Hot Combination (06/07/26-06/07/26)
Steven Feifke Trio (05/24/26-05/25/26)
Jason Yeager and Justin Poindexter: Don't Fence Me In – The Music of Cole Porter (05/18/26-05/18/26)
Sinatra With Style RETURNS: Hits and Rare Gems Swung by Richard Cortez (05/17/26-05/17/26)
Bill Charlap Solo Piano (05/16/26-05/16/26)
Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos (07/06/26-07/06/26)
Dan Block Quartet (07/05/26-07/05/26)
Christian Sands Quintet (06/30/26-07/04/26)
ERIC COMSTOCK & BARBARA FASANO QUARTET (06/27/26-06/27/26)
Hot Combination (06/07/26-06/07/26)
Steven Feifke Trio (05/24/26-05/25/26)
Jason Yeager and Justin Poindexter: Don't Fence Me In – The Music of Cole Porter (05/18/26-05/18/26)
Sinatra With Style RETURNS: Hits and Rare Gems Swung by Richard Cortez (05/17/26-05/17/26)
Bill Charlap Solo Piano (05/16/26-05/16/26)
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