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George Coleman Will Receive 15th Annual SATCHMO Award From The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2025

The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation (LAEF) will present the world-renowned tenor saxophonist, bandleader and educator George Coleman with the 15th annual Satchmo Award.

West Coast Jazz Hour Quintet To Perform At Sierra Madre Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2025

The West Coast Jazz Hour Quintet, led by drummer Kevin van den Elzen and pianist Josh Nelson, will bring the iconic sounds of 1950s and ‘60s West Coast jazz to Sierra Madre Playhouse on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.

George Young Brings SINGIN' AND SWINGIN' To 54 Below In June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2025

54 BELOW will present George Young in Singin' and Swingin' on June 19th at 7:00pm. Mr. Young, an accomplished entertainer, brings his musicianship and vocal dexterity in celebration of Juneteenth and all that this day represents. 

Review: Sue Matsuki & Gregory Toroian's Heartfelt RESERVATIONS FOR TWO at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - Apr 9, 2025

In Reservations for Two, veteran chanteuse Sue Matsuki and musical director/pianist Gregory Toroian celebrate an extraordinary 31-year artistic partnership with a performance brimming with polish, playfulness, and mutual respect.

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.

Acclaimed Pianist Yoko Miwa And Her Trio Return To Regattabar In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025

Japanese-born pianist Yoko Miwa and her and music return to Regattabar, 1 Bennett St., Cambridge on Friday, April 11. Joining Miwa will be bassist Brad Barrett and drummer Scott Goulding. 7:30 p.m.

Review: 12 EASY SONGS at Joe's Pub �" Not an Easy Sell, But Intriguing
by Rob Lester - Feb 17, 2025

12 EASY SONGS came to Joe's Pub in Manhattan, source of much of its 'found' material. A list of street names becomes a lyric. So do overheard conversations, subway warnings, street signs, and graffiti. Theo Bleckmann is one-of-a-kind.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Bethany Baptist Church Celebrate 25 Years Of Free Monthly Jazz Vespers Concerts
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

Co-presented by Bethany Baptist Church and NJPAC, February's Jazz Vespers featured artist is Sheila Jordan. At age 93, the jazz vocalist is renowned as a pioneer of bebop and scat singing.

See What's Coming Up At Birdland November 4th - November 17th
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024

Performers appearing at Birdland Jazz Club include Django Reinhardt NY Festival All-Stars with special guests Bruce Harris, Helio Alves, Tatiana Eva-Marie, Ute Lemper and Lucy Yeghiazaryan, The Hot Sardines and Rachel Therrien: Latin Jazz Project.

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.

Feature: Monthly Quiz - How Well Do You Know Music Stars Born This Month?
by Rob Lester - Nov 1, 2024

How's your music trivia expertise? Try the Broadway World Cabaret Quiz of 'True or False' questions about music figures born in November.

Review: Sheila Jordan Embraced and Honored in Love-Fest at Dizzy's
by Rob Lester - Oct 22, 2024

Gracious and groovy, singer Sheila Jordan remains a jazz fan's delight, decade after decade. Her October 16th concert was lovely.

Grammy Nominated Vocalist And Composer Theo Bleckmann To Join NEC Student In Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2024

GRAMMY® nominated Theo Bleckmann will perform on October 30, showcasing his vocal and compositional talents.

Pianist Yoko Miwa And Her Trio Return To Scullers Jazz Club In October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2024

The Yoko Miwa Trio announced their return to Scullers Jazz Club on October 4, 2024. The performance will feature selections from their latest album, showcasing their signature jazz style.

Diana Panton to Release 11th Album 'soft winds and roses'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2024

Diana Panton has announced the October 25 release of her eleventh album, soft winds and roses. A departure from Diana Panton’s more recent albums, soft winds and roses features modern classics composed from the 1960s onward, including songs by Lennon and McCartney, Burt Bacharach, Gordon Lightfoot, and more.

Acclaimed Pianist Yoko Miwa And Her Trio Return To Scullers Jazz Club This October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2024

Acclaimed Japanese-born pianist Yoko Miwa returns in performance on Friday, October 4 at Scullers Jazz Club,

2024 Hudson Jazz Festival Announces Complete Line-up
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 11, 2024

Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House has announced the complete lineup of the 2024 Hudson Jazz Festival, running October 4-6

Franco Ambrosetti's New Strings Album 'Sweet Caress' To Be Released in Immersive Sound
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2024

Franco Ambrosetti releases his second album of ballads with strings, Sweet Caress, arranged by Alan Broadbent and featuring John Scofield, Peter Erskine, Scott Colley, Sara Caswell, and Orchestra. Available August 9, 2024.

See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 22nd - August 4th
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 21, 2024

Birdland has announced details on all jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running July 22nd - August 4th.

See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 15th - July 28th
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 13, 2024

Birdland has announced jazz programming running at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater July 15th - July 28th.