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MOANA JR. Comes to Cape Town This December
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025

This December, Sonwa Sakuba Institute for the Performing Arts (SSIPA) will present its Cape Town debut production – Disney’s Moana Jr. Learn more about the show here!

Jim Saltzman Appointed Dean Of Jazz Arts At Manhattan School Of Music
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2025

Renowned international music conservatory Manhattan School of Music has announced that acclaimed composer, conductor, and saxophonist Jim Saltzman has been appointed Dean of the School's prestigious Jazz Arts division, effective July 1, 2025.

Carnegie Hall Sets NYO Jazz’s Second Album 'Live in Johannesburg'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025

Carnegie Hall has announced the June 20, 2025 release of NYO Jazz’s first live album and second full-length album, Live in Johannesburg The album features artistic director and bandleader/trumpeter Sean Jones vocalist Alicia Olatuja, and more.

Carnegie Hall to Release New Live Album By NYO Jazz This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025

Carnegie Hall will present the release of NYO Jazz's first live album and second full-length album, Live in Johannesburg. Learn more about the upcoming album here!

Alex Minasian Trio Comes to The Park Theatre This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025

ALEX MINASIAN is back at the Park, Saturday, April 19, playing the Mason & Hamlin 7-foot concert grand piano. Alex Minasian has, at a remarkably young age, established himself as a versatile pianist, educator, and impresario in many different musical genres.

The Rivertones To Perform At The Drama Factory
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2024

Experience a night of reggae classics as THE RIVERTONES perform hits from Bob Marley, UB40, and Eddy Grant at The Drama Factory on December 8, 2024. Don't miss this musical celebration.

The Roots' Davy Guy Shares 'Pinky Ring' Single
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 6, 2024

Dave Guy is set to release his debut album, Ruby, on September 20th. Throughout the album, he explores New York Jazz and pushes the boundaries of the genre by incorporating shades of hip hop and soul, making it both unique and modern. Now, he shares his latest single, “Pinky Ring.'

Tonya Pinkins to Star in TURNING 15 ON THE ROAD TO FREEDOM at IBTF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2024

Experience a powerful civil rights gospel musical with Tonya Pinkins and choirs from historically Black high schools at IBTF on 7/31. Enjoy a free performance and participate in an onsite voter drive.

651 Arts Expands Board of Directors to Welcome New Members China Moses and Cynthia Gordy Giwa
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 30, 2024

Brooklyn's premier organization for the African Diasporic performing arts – will welcome two new members to its esteemed Board of Directors: singer, songwriter, producer, and Founder of MadeInChina Productions, China Moses; and writer, filmmaker, and Founder of Black-Owned Brooklyn Cynthia Gordy Giwa.

Jazz Superstar Keiko Matsui To Perform At Sunset Station
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2024

Jazz pianist Keiko Matsui is set to perform at Sunset Station on Saturday, August 10, 2024.

NYO Jazz Will Perform at Carnegie Hall Before Debut Tour To South Africa
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024

This July and August, Carnegie Hall's critically-acclaimed national youth jazz orchestra—NYO Jazz—will return for its seventh season of extraordinary music-making, highlighted by its concert at Carnegie Hall on July 20, 2024 before embarking on its first-ever tour to South Africa from July 22–August 5.

Justin Austin to Star In New York Premiere Of Damien Geter's COTTON at 92NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2024

2024 Marian Anderson Vocal Award winner Justin Austin will star in composer Damien Geter's COTTON, presented by The 92nd Street Y, New York. Learn more about the premiere and see how to purchase tickets.

Baritone Justin Austin to Perform Solo Recital At Carnegie Hall in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2024

Baritone Justin Austin will be performing a solo recital at Carnegie Hall on March 5, 2024. Don't miss this impressive performance by the award-winning artist.

Bill Frisell's FIVE and Ambrose Akinmusire's OWL SONG Come to UCLA in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2023

Legendary Jazz guitarist Bill Frisell’s new band, FIVE and Grammy-nominated trumpeter, vocalist and composer, Ambrose Akinmusire’s ensemble, Owl Song, perform at UCLA’s Center for the Art of Performance (CAP UCLA) on Saturday, October 14 at 8 pm at The Theatre in Ace Hotel. Learn more about the performance and find out how to get tickets here!

FIVE and Owl Song Come to UCLA's Center for the Art of Performance in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2023

Legendary Jazz guitarist Bill Frisell’s new band, FIVE and Grammy-nominated trumpeter, vocalist and composer, Ambrose Akinmusire’s ensemble, Owl Song, perform at UCLA’s Center for the Art of Performance (CAP UCLA) on Saturday, October 14 at 8 pm at The Theatre in Ace Hotel. Learn more about the performance here!

AMERICA'S VOICES AGAINST APARTHEID to Make its U.S. Debut at the Kennedy Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2023

Get all the details about the U.S. opening of AMERICA'S VOICES AGAINST APARTHEID at the prestigious Kennedy Center. Find out when and where this powerful event will be taking place.