Chris Botti and More Set for SFJAZZ January 2026 Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
January will ring in a new year programming to SFJAZZ, featuring an ambitious slate of concerts that celebrate the full spectrum of jazz and its global influence. The lineup features Chris Botti and more.
Seasoned Bassist Matt Dwonszyk to Release 'A Year And A Day'
by Michael Major - Jun 7, 2022
Matt Dwonszyk is an accomplished bassist, composer, arranger and educator from Rocky Hill, CT. Dwonszyk graduated from the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz studying under his mentor and world-renowned bassist, Nat Reeves and then went on to receive his Masters degree from SUNY Purchase College.
DC Jazz Festival Announces DCJazzPrix Finalists
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2022
The DC Jazz Festival today announced the three bands chosen as the 2022 DCJazzPrix Finalists, all of whom will perform Saturday, September 3, 2022 during the DCJazzPrix Finals at Union Stage, part of the 18th Annual DC JazzFest. The finalists are:
BWW Feature: ONLINE VIRTUAL OPERA TOUR at Home Computer Screens
by Maria Nockin - Jul 17, 2021
After Hours: Songs of Protest honors and celebrates a wide range of passionate music that galvanizes activists for social justice. This program of iconic songs, made famous by performers like Nina Simone, Marvin Gaye, and Sam Cooke, is specially curated by Host and Artist in Residence Russell Thomas. Soprano Brandie Sutton, baritone Justin Austin.
VIDEO: LA Opera Releases SONGS OF PROTEST Recital as Part of AFTER HOURS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2021
LA Opera has released the next installment of its digital #LAOperaOnNow revival of “After Hours” with its newest recital, “Songs of Protest.” This program celebrating music that galvanizes social justice features a collection of works made famous by musical icons and has been specially curated by host Russell Thomas, LAO's LAO Artist in Residence.
San Francisco Opera's New Digital Release 'In Song: J'Nai Bridges' Now Available
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2021
In Song is a series of intimate video portraits featuring remarkable San Francisco Opera artists who draw us into their distinctive spheres through stories and song—from classical to bluegrass to spirituals. In each episode, a singer invites us to see who they are in the world, their cultural backgrounds and how they express themselves through deep connections to song.
Celebrate International Women's Day at The Triad
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2018
Celebrate National Women's Day March 8 at the Triad Theater 7pm - 9pm(158 W 72ND ST, 212-362-2590) with a live 8-piece band and dance ensemble performing The African Princess Suite.
Photo Coverage: Nicole Henry Swings At Feinstein's/54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 15, 2017
Feinstein's/54 Below is a a chameleon of a performance space because of the eclectic mix of entertainment that perform on it's stage. Broadway is the main theme but sometimes it becomes one of the great nightclubs of the 50's & 60's like Basin Street East, The Embers, The Persian Room etc.