Christian McBride

Tanglewood Learning Institute Adds Christian McBride & Jason Robert Brown to 2026 Spotlight Series
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026

The Tanglewood Learning Institute announced additions to its 2026 Spotlight Series, including bassist Christian McBride in conversation with Catherine Burns and a musical theater talk with Jason Robert Brown and Georgia Stitt.

SOUNDSCAPES IN CONVERSATION To Be Hosted By Philadelphia Clef Club
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 16, 2026

The event will be facilitated by Brent White and Valerie Gay, with the evening offering conversation that invites the community into the creative process. Learn more about this event and reserving a spot here!

SFJAZZ Reveals April 2026 Programming - KEB' MO', August Lee Stevens and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2026

Spring is in full swing at SFJAZZ this April, with a vibrant lineup of concerts spanning jazz, blues, soul, and beyond, including Keb' Mo', August Lee Stevens, and more.

Jazz Power Initiative Honors Advocates of Jazz and the Arts at 2026 Syncopated Celebration
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2026

The Jazz Power Initiative will honor WBGO President & CEO Steven A. Williams, saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin, and Council Member Carmen De La Rosa at the Syncopated Celebration 2026. This event, set for May 14 at Leonard Nimoy Thalia at Symphony Space in Manhattan, celebrates the historical and cultural impact of jazz. Williams will receive the Rothman Family Syncopated Partnership Award, recognizing his contributions to jazz and his leadership at WBGO. The celebration underscores the enduring inf

Lineup Set For 54th Annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026

The Stanford Jazz Workshop has announced the 54th annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University. This year's festival will feature a diverse lineup including jazz legends and contemporary artists across various genres.

Plano Symphony Orchestra To Present A NIGHT IN PARIS!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2026

The Plano Symphony Orchestra resumes its 2025/2026 season, Music That Matters, with a magical night of music in A Night in Paris! on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. at St. Andrew Methodist Church.

SFJAZZ to Present 2026 Gala — 'Milestones: Celebrating Miles & Trane at 100'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2026

SFJAZZ will present Milestones: Celebrating Miles & Trane at 100, SFJAZZ’s largest annual fundraiser at the SFJAZZ Center and San Francisco City Hall.

Music Worcester To Present Catherine Russell & Sean Mason Duo At JMAC'S BrickBox
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026

Music Worcester will present the Grammy nominated Catherine Russell & Sean Mason Duo in an intimate and soulful jazz performance at the BrickBox Theater at JMAC on Thursday, March 26. 

Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra to Feature Marion Powers in NOTHIN; BUT SWING at Arvada Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2026

The Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra will present Nothin' But Swing with vocalist Marion Powers at the Arvada Center, showcasing a vibrant selection of swing classics.

Laufey, Lady Gaga, & More Win 2026 GRAMMY Awards - Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 1, 2026

It's music's biggest night! Laufey, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and more took home awards at The 68th Annual GRAMMYs. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here.

Wharton Arts to Present SOUND BEYOND SIGHT Black History Month Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2026

A Black History Month concert titled Sound Beyond Sight will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. at the Sieminski Theater at Fellowship Village in Basking Ridge, New Jersey.

Jazz Bassist Christian McBride To Host Jazz Power Initiative Syncopated Celebration 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026

Jazz bassist Christian McBride will join Jazz Power Initiative Syncopated Celebration 2026 as the host of this year's fundraiser honoring the organization's 22 years of service.

Birdland Sets Two-Week Lineup With Ms. Lisa Fischer, The Mingus Big Band, Emma Smith, And Vince Giordano
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced programming for January 19 through February 1. Highlights include Ms. Lisa Fischer featuring the Orrin Evans Trio, The Mingus Big Band, Emma Smith Quartet, and return engagements by Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks and Jim Caruso’s Cast Party.

Library Of Congress Unveils Winter-Spring 2026 Concert Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026

Concerts from the Library of Congress will launch an exciting, yearlong America 250 celebration this January, presenting a broad panorama of the nation's music in concerts and conversations, lectures, film screenings, educational programs and more.

Cabaret Roundup: January 5-11- Ann Hampton Callaway, John McWhorter & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 5, 2026

Here are a few top picks to consider this week including understudies and standbys from current hit Broadway shows, a reconstruction of a rare early Broadway show presented by renouned writer and linguist John McWhorter and more.

Joshua Redman Quartet, Brad Mehldau and More Come to Smoke Jazz Club
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026

SMOKE Jazz Club has announced a line-up to kickstart the New Year starting with the club debut of Joshua Redman leading his stellar Quartet. Learn more about the lineup here!

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.

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.

American Mural Project to Present Grammy Award-Winner Nicole Zuraitis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025

American Mural Project will kick off its 2026 Live @AMP concert series with an intimate evening of 2X GRAMMY Award-winning jazz vocalist and songwriter Nicole Zuraitis.

Joshua Redman, Brad Mehldau And More To Perform At Smoke Jazz Club In January 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025

SMOKE Jazz Club has revealed its line-up to kickstart the New Year starting with the club debut of Joshua Redman leading his Quartet. The month continues with two of today's leading pianists in rare solo and trio performances.