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Date of Death: June 15, 1996 (78)

Birth Place: Newport News, VA, USA

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Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra, Courtney Wright Big Band, and More to Play Birdland
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 22, 2023


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced jazz programming running July 24 through August 6.

Birdland to Present DREAMING OF A SONG: THE MUSIC OF HOAGY CARMICHAEL With Klea Blackhurst and Billy Stritch
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023


Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of Hoagy Carmichael as Klea Blackhurst and Billy Stritch take the stage at Birdland. Don't miss this unforgettable night of 'Dreaming of a Song: The Music of Hoagy Carmichael' with two incredible performers.

Beef & Boards Celebrates Duke Ellington With SOPHISTICATED LADIES
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2023


​​​​​​​This summer, Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre celebrates 100 years since legendary jazz pianist and composer Duke Ellington moved to New York City to perform in Broadway nightclubs with Sophisticated Ladies, a stylish and brassy retrospective of The Duke's musical legacy now on stage.

The York Theatre Company to Present the Return of the MUSICALS IN MUFTI Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2023


Discover the magic of The York Theatre Company's Musicals in Mufti series, where celebrated musicals are brought to life in an intimate and stripped-down format. Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies and captivating stories of classic musical theater. Don't miss the highly anticipated return of this acclaimed series.

Tilles Center Unveils Star-Studded 2023/24 Season Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2023


Discover the incredible lineup of the 2023/24 season at Tilles Center for the Performing Arts. From star-studded concerts to captivating dance performances and Broadway shows, this season promises entertainment for everyone. Get your tickets now and experience world-class performances right in your own backyard.

LIVE AT THE MUSIC CENTER Series to Host La Marisoul and Eliades Ochoa in August
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 16, 2023


For the second consecutive summer, Angelenos are invited to a free public concert to be performed on Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center, as part of the Live at The Music Center series. Grammy winning artists La Marisoul and Eliades Ochoa will take the stage on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at 8:00 p.m..

Champian Fulton, Wayne Tucker, and More to Play Birdland This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 15, 2023


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced all jazz programming running July 17 through July 30.

Arctic Lake Shares New Single 'Silver Pendant'
by Michael Major - Jul 14, 2023


Arctic Lake’s Emma Foster and Paul Holliman return with “Silver Pendant,” a luminous celebration of romance. The visualizer for “Silver Pendant,” directed by Marc Oller (George Ezra, Jacob Banks), captures the airy summer vibe of the song with an enchanting loop of Foster, clad in a sundress, tumbling out of the darkness on a swing.

THE VOICE's Wendy Moten to Return to Birdland in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2023


BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present return of Nashville vocalist Wendy Moten – best known for her 2021 run on NBC’s “The Voice” – on Monday, August 21 at 7:00 PM.

Opera North Seeks Music-Makers Of Colour For “Life-changing” Residency Programme
by Stephi Wild - Jul 11, 2023


Opera North is seeking applications from music creators of colour for its next Resonance residency programme.

Monty Alexander, David DeJesus Sextet, and More to Play Birdland This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 8, 2023


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced jazz programming running July 10 through July 23.

MUSE/IQUE Continue MUSIC = POWER Series With CENTRAL AVENUE: OPEN HOUSE
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2023


MUSE/IQUE continues its yearlong concert series, MUSIC = POWER with CENTRAL AVENUE: OPEN HOUSE -- The Extraordinary Story of the South LA Music Legends Who Changed the World.

Julie Benko, Daniel Reichard, and More to Play Birdland in July
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 1, 2023


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this July with a full slate of nightly performances! 

Houston Person Quintet, Dave Stryker Organ Trio, and More to Play Birdland This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 1, 2023


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced programming running July 3 through July 16. 

Tina Fabrique To Star In (MIS)UNDERSTANDING MAMMY: The Hattie McDaniel Story At The Schoolhouse Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2023


The Schoolhouse Theater will present the Westchester Premier of Joan Ross Sorkin's (mis)UNDERSTANDING MAMMY: The Hattie McDaniel Story, directed by multi award-winning director Seret Scott.

Carole J. Bufford to Present DIVINE DECADENCE for Six Shows at Birdland Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2023


BIRDLAND THEATER will present the return of Carole J. Bufford in the world premiere of her new show “Divine Decadence” for a special six-performance engagement from Friday, July 21 to Sunday, July 23 with shows each night at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM.

Leading Swing Band THE HOT TODDIES Performs At Lincoln Center Next Week, July 6
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2023


As they prepare for their Lincoln Center debut at “Summer for the City,” the Hot Toddies Jazz Band announced today the upcoming release of its debut full-length eponymous album. Hailed as New York City's leading hot jazz and swing band, the Hot Toddies recorded 11 fan-favorite, fun-loving tracks imbibing the high-and-not-so-dry spirits of the Prohibition Era.

Tina Fabrique To Star In (MIS)UNDERSTANDING MAMMY: The Hattie McDaniel Story At The Schoolhouse Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2023


The Schoolhouse Theater will present the Westchester Premier of Joan Ross Sorkin's (mis)UNDERSTANDING MAMMY: The Hattie McDaniel Story, directed by multi award-winning director Seret Scott.

The Compozers Celebrate 10 Year Anniversary With a Headline Show at The Royal Albert Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2023


The Compozers have announced a very special ‘Night With The Compozers’ at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall on Saturday 28th of October. This headline show will be celebrating 10 years of the band performing authentic, grassroots, and original live music.

Ravi Coltrane Quartet, Robert Edwards Big Band, and More to Play Birdland
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 24, 2023


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced all jazz programming running June 26 through July 9.

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