James P. Johnson News

VIDEO: The Chamber Music Society of Detroit Presents Pianist Aaron Diehl

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 4, 2020

The Chamber Music Society of Detroit takes a deep dive into early 20th-century ragtime and jazz with multi-faceted pianist Aaron Diehl.

CMDetroit's CameraMusic Presents Live-Stream Concert By Jazz Pianist Aaron Diehl

by A.A. Cristi — April 24, 2020

In response to the coronavirus epidemic that has led to the cancellation of several if its spring concerts, the Chamber Music Society of Detroit has launched CameraMusic, a series free live-streamed concerts aimed at engaging audiences and employing artists.

Tovah Feldshuh, Avi Hoffman, Simon Wiesenthal, Shakespeare and More Announced At The Mizner Park Cultural Center

by Carol Kassie — March 9, 2020

Mizner Park Cultural Center will once again host a wide variety of entertainment and events over the coming weeks.

GRAMMY Hall Of Fame Welcomes Recordings By Neil Diamond, Elton John, Joni Mitchell, The Police, & More As 2020 Inductions

by Kaitlin Milligan — January 14, 2020

The Recording Academy® welcomes the newest inductions to its distinguished GRAMMY Hall Of Fame®, continuing its ongoing commitment to preserving and celebrating timeless recordings.

The Harlem School Of The Arts And The National Jazz Museum In Harlem Present Catskill Jazz Factory's THE SPIRIT OF HARLEM

by A.A. Cristi — August 20, 2019

On Monday, August 26 at 7:00pm, the Harlem School of the Arts (HSA), in partnership with The National Jazz Museum in Harlem (NJMH), and the Catskill Jazz Factory (CJF) will present a special concert performance of The Spirit of Harlem, a celebratory homage to the most iconic moments of Harlem's musi

Newport Jazz Festival Continues 65-year Tradition of Presenting Leading Vocalists

by Stephi Wild — July 24, 2019

From Duke Ellington's rocking rhythms, Thelonious Monk's melodious thunks to Mary Lou Williams' spiritual swing and Michel Camilo's island improvisations, the Newport Jazz Festival has been the premier showcase for pianists for decades.

Hudson Hall Announces Summer/Fall 2019 Season

by Julie Musbach — July 23, 2019

Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House invites audiences to embrace a sense of adventure with a new season of music, theater, exhibitions, film, book launches, special events, and community programs this August to December.

Martinis Above Fourth August 2019 Show Listings Announced

by A.A. Cristi — July 8, 2019

Martinis Above Fourth has announced its August 2019 show listings.

Rev. Shawn Amos Returns To Blackbox @ The Edye At The Broad Stage

by BWW News Desk — February 1, 2019

The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica presents the return of The Reverend Shawn Amos for A Night in Harlem today, February 1 at 8:00pm.

Rev. Shawn Amos Returns To Blackbox @ The Edye At The Broad Stage

by Stephi Wild — January 9, 2019

The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica presents the return of The Reverend Shawn Amos for A Night in Harlem on Friday, February 1 at 8:00pm.

Cincinnati Pops Orchestra to Release Latest Album, American Originals: 1918 on Today

by BWW News Desk — November 9, 2018

The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra announced the November 9 release of its latest album, American Originals: 1918, under the direction of Pops Conductor John Morris Russell.

Cincinnati Pops Orchestra to Release Latest Album, American Originals: 1918 on 11/9

by A.A. Cristi — October 25, 2018

The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra announced the November 9 release of its latest album, American Originals: 1918, under the direction of Pops Conductor John Morris Russell.

A Midsummer Night's Jazz Party Comes to the Bickford Theatre

by Stephi Wild — July 19, 2018

Dan Levinson's Midsummer Night's Jazz Party returns to the Bickford Theatre as part of Summer JazzFest for one night only on Thursday, August 2 at 7:30 pm.

BWW Review: FROM JOPLIN TO JOBIM IN 4 HANDS at Hot Jazz Series

by Ronit Suzan — February 13, 2018

From The Charleston to The Great American Sognbook, with Scott Joplin, Marilyn Monroe and even Yidish, the brilliant piano duo Stephanie Trick (USA) and Paolo Alderighi (Italy) performed their arrangements of songs and tunes by all these and many more while performing on a tour around Israel as part

Concert Pianist Barron Ryan Releases Debut Album 'The Masters' Apprentice'

by Caryn Robbins — June 30, 2017

Barron Ryan, one of the most talented up-and-coming concert pianists in the country released his debut album, The Masters' Apprentice today!

Pride Weekend, Tori Scott, Shaina Taub and More Coming Up This Week at Joe's Pub

by BWW News Desk — June 21, 2017

Joe's Pub at The Public has announced its nightly performances for this week, June 21 - July 2.

Mandy Gonzalez, Erin Markey, Faith Soloway & Friends and More Coming Up This Month at Joe's Pub

by BWW News Desk — June 13, 2017

THE RECORDING ACADEMY to Honor 2017 Special Merit Awards Recipients with 'GRAMMY SALUTE TO MUSIC LEGENDS' TV Special on PBS

by Caryn Robbins — June 2, 2017

The Recording Academy® will honor its 2017 Special Merit Awards recipients with an awards ceremony and live tribute concert on Tuesday, July 11, 2017, at The Beacon Theatre in New York City.

The Bickford Theatre presents A Four Hand Stride Piano Blockbuster

by A.A. Cristi — April 19, 2017

Fats Waller, Willie "The Lion" Smith, and James P.

Stephen McKinley Henderson to Give Juilliard's 2017 Commencement Address

by BWW News Desk — April 17, 2017

The Juilliard School will confer honorary doctorates upon six luminaries during its 112th commencement ceremony on Friday, May 19, 2017, at 11 a.