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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.

Songbook Academy Alum Will Open For Matthew Morrison at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025

Two-time Songbook Academy alumna Mia Kadar will open for Broadway and Glee star Matthew Morrison in the next BHI Senior Living Songbook Series concert of the season at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts.

The Gilmore Reveals 2026 Festival Fellowship Residency Program
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2025

The Gilmore has announced the return of its Gilmore Festival Fellowship, a ten-day career-advancement residency for classical and jazz pianists 18 years and older designed to bridge artistry and professional development. Applications are now open through December 1, 2025, to take part in the residency from May 1-10, 2026. 

Algonquin Arts Theatre Announces Casting and Creative Team for 1776
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2025

Algonquin Arts Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its May musical, 1776. The show will run eight performances May 9-May 18, 2025.

New Improv Classes Come to Vivid Stage
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2025

Vivid Stage is enrolling its Late Spring session of improv classes for adults. This session begins on May 5, 2025 and includes both the favorite Joy of Improv beginners' class and the new Scene Study class for intermediate and advanced students. 

New Music USA And Berklee Institute Of Jazz And Gender Justice Reveal 2025 Next Jazz Legacy Cohort
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025

Next Jazz Legacy has revealed the eight emerging improvisers in jazz that make up its 2025 cohort. Learn more about the color and about Next Jazz Legacy!

Spring Improv Classes Are Now Enrolling at Vivid Stage
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025

Vivid Stage is enrolling its Spring session of improv classes for adults. This session, which includes three different classes, begins in March. Learn more here!

Interview: Acclaimed Singer April May Webb Leads SOUNDS OF A&R at Dizzy's Club
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 17, 2025

Multi-hyphenate performer April May Webb will be performing at Dizzy’s Club on 2/21. Together with trumpeter Randall Haywood, Webb leads Sounds of A&R, a boundary-pushing ensemble blending jazz with gospel, R&B, country, and global influences.

Winter Improv Classes Come to Vivid Stage
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2024

Vivid Stage is enrolling its Winter session of improv classes for adults. This session, which includes three different classes, will begin in January. Learn more about the classes here!

Quintin Harris to Perform the Music of Jimmy Van Heusen at Don't Tell Mama
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024

Jazz pianist and vocalist Quintin Harris will be doing a solo set at Don't Tell Mama, featuring the music of Jimmy Van Heusen. Learn how to purchase tickets.

April May Webb Wins 13th Annual Sarah Vaughan Internatioinal Jazz Vocal Competition
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2024

As part of NJPAC’s TD James Moody Jazz Festival, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center  announced April May Webb as the winner of the 13th annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition.

Latin Jazz Concert And Free Film Screening Announced At Rutherfurd Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2024

Experience a Latin jazz concert and a free film screening at Rutherfurd Hall in Allamuchy. Enjoy an evening of vibrant music and cinema, offering a cultural treat for attendees.

Chamber Music America And Kaatsbaan Cultural Park to Present Rufus Reid And Donald Vega
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2024

Join Chamber Music America and Kaatsbaan Cultural Park for a rare acoustic jazz concert featuring Rufus Reid and Donald Vega. Experience an intimate 60-minute performance. Learn how to purchase tickets.

New Session of Improv Classes for Adults Set For Vivid Stage
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2024

Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Avenue in Summit, is enrolling its Late Fall session of improv classes for adults. This session, which includes three different classes, begins on November 4. There will be no classes during Thanksgiving week.

Bebop Saxophonist Brings His Eric Alexander Quartet to Flushing Town Hall
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2024

On Friday, November 22nd at 8 PM, jazz aficionados can enjoy the Eric Alexander Quartet at Flushing Town Hall.

Top Five Finalists Revealed for 13th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center revealed the top five finalists for the 13th annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, featuring emerging talents from around the world. Learn more!

Alexis Cole to Release 'Jazz Republic: Taiwan, the United States, and the Freedom of Swing'
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 5, 2024

JAZZ REPUBLIC: TAIWAN, THE UNITED STATES, AND THE FREEDOM OF SWING, the newest album by vocalist ALEXIS COLE, is a big band album featuring the TAIPEI JAZZ ORCHESTRA. It will be released on August 19.

Theater for the New City Unveils 2024 Dream Up Festival Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2024

Theater for the New City will present its twelfth  Dream Up Festival in August. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Good Light Productions Presents the Manhattan Premiere‬s ‭of‬ BLACK AMERICAN WORKING WOMAN‬ ‭and THE DANGER OF HOPE‬
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 19, 2024

The Episcopal Actors' Guild will welcome Good‬‭ Light‬‭ Productions‬‭ to Guild Hall (1 East 29th Street, NYC 10016) with‬‭ the Manhattan premiers of two‬‭ powerhouse‬‭ plays‬‭ focused‬‭ on‬‭ Black‬‭ women's‬‭ stories:‬‭ Black‬‭ American‬‭ Working‬‭ Woman‬‭ and‬‭ The‬‭ Danger‬‭ of‬‭ Hope‬‭.

Something Else!, Led by Vincent Herring, Release Debut Album 'Soul Jazz'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 17, 2024

Under the no-nonsense title of Soul Jazz, the album features groove-centric tunes from such masters as Horace Silver, Herbie Hancock, Roy Hargrove, Donald Byrd, Stanley Turrentine, Eddie Harris, Pee Wee Ellis, and John Coltrane, played with infectious vitality by this unparalleled dream band.