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Top Five Finalists Revealed for 13th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition

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'

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

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

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'

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.

English Opera DIDO AND AENEAS To Be Performed Next Month In Morristown

On Saturday, May 4, 7:00 PM at St. Mary's Abbey of Morristown, a musical merger between the Somerset Hills Chorus of Music in the Somerset Hills (MISH) and the Trenton-based LOTUS Chorale is bound to generate an electric performance of Henry Purcell's Dido and Aeneas, one of the first English operas ever written.

New York Youth Symphony to End Inaugural Season This Month

End the inaugural season on a high note with New York Youth Symphony's Crescendo. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: THE QUINTIN HARRIS TRIO Makes Sweet Music at Birdland

The Quintin Harris Trio recently graced Birdland again. A classy set of standards was delivered. Check out our review and consider checking out their next appearance tomorrow Saturday April 13th at 5:30.

See Alice Ripley and John McDaniel, JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY & More at Birdland in April

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this April with a full slate of nightly performances! See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

Stella Cole, Chad LB Quartet, and More Take the Stage At Birdland In April

Get all the details about the upcoming jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running April 1st - April 14th.

Linda Purl Brings THIS COULD BE THE START to Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael Next Month

Linda Purl has captivated millions of fans with her Broadway performances, her iconic television roles, as well as made for TV movies. Now she is coming to Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael for one night only of incredible music with her show This Could be the Start.

NJPAC To Continue Free Monthly Jazz Vespers Concert Series February-June 2024

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) and the Bethany Baptist Church Jazz Vespers will continue their free monthly jazz concert series February–June 2024.

Penn Live Arts Presents UKRAINE: THE EDGE OF FREEDOM

Penn Live Arts (PLA) – the leading presenter of innovative and transformative performing arts experiences in Philadelphia – will present Ukraine: The Edge of Freedom, from Sunday, February 25, 2024 - Sunday, March 3, 2024.

The Pete McGuinness Jazz Orchestra to Play Birdland in February

Collectively, both Pete and his long-time bandmates have performed with some of the world's most famous big bands, including those led by Maria Schneider, Woody Herman, Buddy Rich, Jimmy Heath, John Fedchock, Lionel Hampton, Mike Holober, and others through the years.

Photos: Inside The Quintin Harris Quintet's Sold-Out Debut At Birdland Jazz

The Quintin Harris Quintet led by 23-year-old vocalist and pianist, Quintin Harris, made its thrilling Birdland Jazz debut on December 3rd to a sold out crowd. See photos!

The Ballet Arts And Adelphi Orchestra to Present THE NUTCRACKER in December

Experience the magic of 'The Nutcracker' with a full orchestra and a cast of 50 dancers. Ballet Arts and Adelphi Orchestra present this classic holiday ballet at River Dell High School.

The Quintin Harris Quintet to Debut at Birdland Jazz in December

The Quintin Harris Quintet, led by 23-year-old vocalist and pianist Quintin Harris, will be making its Birdland Jazz debut on December 3rd. Formed at William Paterson University, the group has built a deep connection with Birdland and its owner Gianni Valenti.

Rufus Reid And The Discovery Orchestra's George Marriner Maull To Be Honored At The 2024 Wharton Arts Gala

On Thursday, March 7, 2024, Wharton Arts will honor award-winning jazz bassist, educator, and composer Rufus Reid with its Lifetime Achievement Award at its Annual Gala.

Fox Cities P.A.C. Welcomes New Board Members to Drive Future Growth

Discover the latest news on the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center as they welcome new members to their Board of Directors. Find out how these additions will contribute to the growth and future success of the center, fostering a stronger connection between arts and the community.

Eric Person's Soul Saturation, Brian Charette Trio & More Set for Lincoln Square Lunchtime Summer Concert Series

A warm summer welcome is headed to Lincoln Square with the return and expansion of Lincoln Square Business Improvement District's FREE lunchtime summer concert series.