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Bass Played By Scott LaFaro Donated To New Jersey Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025

An iconic Prescott double bass constructed in the early 1800s, once owned by jazz great Scott LaFaro, has been loaned to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) by the International Society of Bassists.

14th Annual TD JAMES MOODY JAZZ FESTIVAL Comes to NJPAC in November
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2025

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) will present the 14th annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival from November 8–23, 2025. Co-curated by NJPAC's Jazz Advisor Christian McBride, the festival will once again transform Newark into a citywide stage for jazz, celebrating the music’s cultural legacy and its power to inspire social change.

SFJAZZ Adds New Shows to 2025/26 Season Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025

SFJAZZ has revealed newly added performances for its 2025–26 Season. The 2025/26 Season features more than 350 concerts over nine months. See the full lineup here.

Wild Up’s L.A. Composer Series Will Feature Andrew Tholl, Vicki Ray, Marlon Martinez, and Brian Walsh at Sierra Madre Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2025

Wild Up will present the next installment of its L.A. Composer Series on October 10, 2025, at Sierra Madre Playhouse. Violinist Andrew Tholl, pianist Vicki Ray, bassist Marlon Martinez, and clarinetist Brian Walsh will co-create a bold new concert-length work live on stage.

NJPAC 2025 TD James Moody Jazz Festival to Feature Christian McBride, Andra Day, Ledisi, Chuck D & More
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the lineup for the 14th annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival, running November 8–23, 2025.

International Music Network to Continue Under Leadership Of Veteran IMN Agents
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2025

International Music Network has transitioned ownership to veteran IMN agents, Jeanna Disney & Alycia Mack, effective January 1, 2026. Learn more!

Hiromi’s Sonicwonder to Perform at BroadwaySF’s Golden Gate Theatre Spring 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 24, 2025

Hiromi’s Sonicwonder will perform at BroadwaySF’s Golden Gate Theatre for one performance only in May. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

Santa Monica International Jazz Festival and More Set For BroadStage 2025/26
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025

BroadStage has announced its 2025/26 Season featuring unparalleled performances of opera, classical music, contemporary music, jazz, theater, dance, comedy and much more.

Celebrate 25 Years With Jazz in the Valley at Waryas Park, Poughkeepsie
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2025

Located just 90 minutes north of New York City in Poughkeepsie's Waryas Park, Jazz in the Valley (JITV), upstate New York's premiere festival, will celebrate its 25th anniversary for two days.

Bob Holz Will Play Syracuse International Jazz Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2025

Jazz fusion star Bob Holz will be appearing at the 2025 Syracuse International Jazz Festival on June 25th at 6pm. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Hiromi Will Open 2025 Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025

SIMA’s 2025 Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival Opening Night will feature fearless musical innovator and GRAMMY-winning pianist, Hiromi, who is widely regarded as one of Japan’s most extraordinary artists. 

Irvine Barclay Theatre Celebrates 35th Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2025

 Irvine Barclay Theatre, one of Orange County’s top performing arts venues, will kick off its 35th season of bringing top-tier artists to Southern California with a community celebration of music and dance.

SFJAZZ Reveals Lineup and New Format for 2025 San Francisco Jazz Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025

SFJAZZ has revealed the lineup for the 42nd Annual San Francisco Jazz Festival, taking place in June in San Francisco’s Hayes Valley neighborhood. See the full lineup and learn how to attend.

Hollywood Bowl 2025 Summer Season: Cynthia Erivo, Hugh Jackman, and Diana Ross Among Headliners
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025

The 2025 Hollywood Bowl schedule spans June through September, featuring a diverse lineup of performances including classical music, pop, rock, jazz, and Broadway hits. The Hollywood Bowl 2025 season marks the LA Phil's 103rd season at the venue. As BroadwayWorld previously announced, a highlight of the season will be Cynthia Erivo as Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar. New editions including Hugh Jackman, Dianna Ross and more special events.  

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Honors Jazz Legend Stanley Clarke, Four Student Musicians Receive Scholarships At BroadStage Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024

Under the iconic fig tree at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows in Santa Monica, California on November 15, a dedicated community of art and culture lovers gathered for an unforgettable gala at the most anticipated event of the year for BroadStage Santa Monica, a contemporary performing arts presenting organization.

Jazz Artist Bob Holz Signs With SoVibe Entertainment
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 13, 2024

Jazz artist Bob Holz signed with SoVibe Entertainment and will release a new album in 2025 honoring guitar legend Larry Coryell. His work is featured in the September 2024 issue of Downbeat Magazine.

LA Jazz Society To Honor Salutes Renowned Bassist Marcus Miller, Kris Bowers and Veronica Swift
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024

Grammy-winning bassist Marcus Miller will receive the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Los Angeles Jazz Society at the Jazz Tribute Concert & Awards on October 5th at Plaza del Sol, CSUN.

Bob Holz Will Perform in Concert in Syracuse
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2024

Jazz fusion drummer and composer Bob Holz will play an album release concert in Syracuse, NY on Wednesday August 21st 2024. MVD Audio Recording Artist Bob Holz recently released his album Night Watch and will play a release celebration concert at the Holiday Inn's Maplewood Bar on 7th North Street at 7PM.

Acclaimed Keyboardist and Composer Lao Tizer Shares 'The Labyrinth'
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 12, 2024

Acclaimed keyboardist, composer and bandleader Lao Tizer has shared “The Labyrinth,” the third song and video released from The Lao Tizer Band’s upcoming album Amplify. The upcoming album, which sees Tizer continuing to knock down boundaries and expand musical horizons, is due out August 23. 

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Unveils 2024�"2025 Jazz Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2024

The Kennedy Center’s 2024–2025 Jazz season—the 14th presented under Artistic Director for Jazz Jason Moran—will explore the uncharted, unplanned, and thrilling expression of “open play.” Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!