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Video: Dee Dee Bridgewater Performs 'The Thrill Is Gone' in Exclusive Sneak Peek of PBS Jazz Concert
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2026

PBS is celebrating Jazz Appreciation Month in April with the new one-hour special, International Jazz Day from Abu Dhabi. Ahead of its debut, watch a performance of 'The Thrill Is Gone' from The Wiz star Dee Dee Bridgewater in this exclusive sneak peek.

PBS Will Celebrate International Jazz Day with Star-Studded Abu Dhabi Concert
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2026

PBS is celebrating Jazz Appreciation Month with a new one-hour special, International Jazz Day from Abu Dhabi, featuring performances from Tony Award-winner Dee Dee Bridgewater, A Bu, Etienne Charles, and many more.

Full Lineup Revealed for 46th Festival International de Jazz de Montréal
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2026

The Festival International de Jazz de Montréal (FIJM) has announced its full programming, featuring over 350 concerts including those from Patrick Watson, Angine de Poitrine, Willow, and Saint Levant.

Megan Hilty, John Lloyd Young, and More Will Perform at Café Carlyle This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026

Cafe Carlyle has announced its upcoming season of performances, which will include Megan Hilty, John Lloyd Young, and more. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Cabaret Roundup: March 2-8- Lillias White, Linda Eder & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 2, 2026

NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including a night celebrating the lyrics of Tin Pan Alley, comedian Todd Glass doing a new solo show, jazz, and more.

Nicole Henry, Mike Stern Band, John Pizzarelli & Gunhild Carling Lead Birdland Lineup Next Week
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 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.

Interview: John Pizzarelli Celebrates New DEAR MR. BENNETT Album at Birdland
by Rebecca Kaplan - Feb 18, 2026

Grammy-winning producer, guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli celebrates the centennial of iconic singer Tony Bennett with a new album and shows at Birdland in NYC March 3-7

Photos: Birdland Jazz Club Sets Sail on the Jazz Cruise '26
by Stephen Sorokoff - Feb 3, 2026

The Jazz Cruise '26 put out to sea on Jan 27 and brought together 100 of the most highly acclaimed and celebrated musicians on the planet for the sail. The musicianship on Jazz Cruise '26 overflowed with a dazzling abundance of talent

Birdland Sets Two-Week Lineup With Ms. Lisa Fischer, The Mingus Big Band, Emma Smith, And Vince Giordano
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 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.

John Pizzarelli to Present Tony Bennett Tribute Album, Out Early Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2025

Grammy-winning producer, guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli will celebrate the centennial of iconic singer Tony Bennett with a pair of heartfelt tributes.

Stacey Kent, Champian Fulton, New York Voices, And More Lead Late-December Programming At Birdland
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2025

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of performances spanning cabaret, vocal jazz, big band, swing, and holiday programming during the second half of December.

Jane Monheit, Stacey Kent, New York Voices & More Set For Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater December 8–21
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2025

Artists coming up at Birdland Jazz Club include KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Jeff Harnar, and Todd Murray in We Love the Winter Weather, Jane Monheit, Bryce Edwards’ Frivolity Hour, Stacey Kent, and Klea Blackhurst / Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch’s A Swinging Birdland Christmas.

Center Stage Records Releases New Single From Kennedy Caughell Celebrating WICKED: FOR GOOD
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025

Center Stage Records has released a new digital single from Kennedy Caughell, featuring a medley of “I’m Not That Girl” and “Defying Gravity” inspired by the new film Wicked: For Good.

Cabaret Roundup: November 17-23- Melissa Errico, Mandy Gonzales & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Nov 17, 2025

Here are a few top picks to consider in NYC this week including Melissa Errico, a new work by William Finn, Mandy Gonzales singing Lin-Manuel Miranda, and more.

South Jersey Jazz Society Awards Bob Simon Jazz Scholarship to Mainland Regional High School Student
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025

The South Jersey Jazz Society awarded its annual Bob Simon Jazz Scholarship to Mainland Regional High School senior Theo Rowe for his exceptional saxophone talent during the 2025 Jazz@ThePoint Festival.

Philip Officer Releases New Single 'I'm Glad I'm Not Young Anymore'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025

CENTER STAGE RECORDS has released the new single from You Fascinate Me So: Phillip Officer Salutes Mabel Mercer. Learn more about the single and listen here!

Lilli Cooper and More to Join WOMEN IN JAZZ at Kaye Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025

Broadway's Lilli Cooper and Maya Days will join jazz artists Hilary Kole and Madeleine Peyroux for 'Women in Jazz' at Kaye Playhouse. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Sutton Foster and More to Headline Café Carlyle 70th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2025

This fall marks the 70th anniversary of Café Carlyle. Tucked inside The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel, the legendary cabaret supper club has been a home for timeless performances. See the lineup here!

Listen: Frank Wildhorn Releases New Live Album Featuring Jazz Renditions of Broadway Favorites
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2025

Tony Award-nominated composer Frank Wildhorn has partnered with Jane Monheit and Clint Holmes on a new live album recorded at The Smith Center's Cabaret Jazz, featuring songs from Wildhorn musicals. Listen to it here!

Interview: Brian Stokes Mitchell Talks KEITH LOCKHART 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION at Tanglewood
by R. Scott Reedy - Aug 18, 2025

Brian Stokes Mitchell says he doesn’t recall exactly when it was that he met Keith Lockhart, but he’ll never forget his first impression of the Boston Pops conductor.