Hawaii Symphony Orchestra to Pay Tribute to Judy Garland
by Tyler Peterson
- Mar 11, 2016
The Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra (HSO) will take concertgoers Over The Rainbow and beyond on Friday, March 18 at 7:30 pm at A Tribute to Judy Garland featuring acclaimed vocalist and recording artist Hilary Kole. A Tribute to Judy Garland celebrates the timeless wonder of music made famous by Garland - the singer Fred Astaire called 'the greatest entertainer that ever lived.' Tickets start from $27 and are on sale now.
Verve Records to Celebrate 60th Anniversary Throughout 2016
by Caryn Robbins
- Feb 24, 2016
One of the most prestigious labels in the history of jazz, Verve Records will celebrate its 60 th anniversary throughout 2016 with a trove of historic reissues and stunning new collections from its legendary archives.
The Who Kicks Off THE WHO HITS 50! TOUR This Saturday at Joe Louis Arena
by BWW News Desk
- Feb 23, 2016
As they prepare to re-launch the North American leg of 'The Who Hits 50! Tour' Saturday, February 27 at Joe Louis Arena, The Who returned to the stage Saturday, February 13 at SSE Arena, Wembley for their first show since the tour was postponed in September (2015).
WORDS IN MOTION Set for Chan Centre, 3/18-19
by Tyler Peterson
- Feb 10, 2016
The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts at the University of British Columbia (UBC), in partnership with The Dance Centre, presents Words in Motion, March 18 & 19, 7:30pm, in the Telus Studio Theatre. This innovative series explores the power of words in performance - both as an agent of change, and as a means of igniting important dialogue. Vancouver-based authors Carmen Aguirre, Aislinn Hunter, and Nancy Lee pair with diverse choreographers, Anusha Fernando, Olivia C. Davies, and Paraskevas Terezakis, to interpret three renowned texts into original works.
Jazz Duo Stanley Clarke & Hiromi Duo to Make UK Debut at London's Palladium Theatre
by Tyler Peterson
- Feb 10, 2016
?Two of the jazz world's brightest stars Stanley Clarke and Hiromi are to set London's most famous stage alight as they make their debut UK appearance as a duo for one night only. Longstanding collaborators, mythic bassist Stanley Clarke and Japanese jazz pianist extraordinaire Hiromi released 2009's Jazz in The Garden and 2010's The Stanley Clarke Band featuring Hiromi, the latter winning the 2011 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Jazz Album. Famed for their virtuoso instrumental command and explosive live performances, this is a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the revered pair at a venue to which all performers aspire.
World Music Institute and 92Y Present Indian Violinist L. Subramaniam Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Feb 5, 2016
For the first time in its distinguished history, the World Music Institute's Masters of Indian Music series presents India's violin icon L. SUBRAMANIAM, revered around the world as 'The Paganini of Indian Classical music.' Co-presented with 92Y, the concert takes place tonight, February 5 at 8:00 p.m. at 92nd Street Y.
Miller Theatre's Jazz Series Welcomes Stefon Harris and Sonic Creed Today
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 30, 2016
Four dynamic bandleaders make this season at Miller an exhilarating world tour of jazz. Drawing inspiration from Rio and Puerto Rico, Southern India and Harlem, these artists breathe new life into a uniquely American art form. Together, they show us the endless possibilities and infectious energy of jazz. Stefon Harris & Sonic Creed come to the Miller Theatre (2960 Broadway at 116th Street) today, January 30, 2016 at 8:00 p.m.
Tal Wilkenfeld to Play Boulder Theater, 3/28
by Tyler Peterson
- Jan 29, 2016
Z2 Entertainment is proud to present Tal Wilkenfeld with Special Guests at the Boulder Theater on Monday, March 28th, 2016. Tickets are on sale January 29th for $20 reserved.
Savion Glover, Patricia Smith and Christian McBride Named NJPAC Artistic Advisers
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 14, 2016
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of three extraordinary voices and game-changing innovators as Artistic Advisers award-winning tap dancer and choreographer Savion Glover (pictured, left), America's preeminent jazz bassist, Christian McBride, and nationally acclaimed poet Patricia Smith.
Celia Cruz, Herbie Hancock Among Recording Academy Special Merit Award Recipients
by Caryn Robbins
- Jan 13, 2016
The Recording Academy® announced its Special Merit Awards recipients today, and this year's Lifetime Achievement Award honorees are Ruth Brown, Celia Cruz, Earth, Wind & Fire, Herbie Hancock, Jefferson Airplane, Linda Ronstadt, and RUN DMC.
Chan Centre to Welcome Branford Marsalis for Vancouver Premiere
by Tyler Peterson
- Jan 5, 2016
The Branford Marsalis Quartet was formed in 1986 and quickly raised the bar for other ensembles of its kind. The New York Times praised the group's most recent album release, Four MF's Playin' Tunes (2012), as "a knockout: hard-nosed and hyperacute, tradition-minded but modern." For this Chan Centre appearance, Branford is joined by his stellar, musically adventurous quartet featuring Joey Calderazzo on piano, Eric Revis on bass, and Justin Faulkner on drums.
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