Blues and Jazz in New York City This Week – October 27-November 3 – City Guide NY

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Music fans in NYC can find all the latest blues and jazz shows and performances in City Guide’s calendar. With newer venues like Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola joined by world-famous classics like the Village Vanguard and Birdland, you’ll find jazz from hard bop to progressive. The blues also live in NYC, at great spots like Terra Blues.

Ehud Asherie Trio – Fat Cat
October 27, 2019 – New York

Ehud Asherie Trio

After Hours hosted by The Program of Deprogramming – Fat Cat
October 27, 2019 – New York

After Hours hosted by The Program of Deprogramming

Alexi David’s Three or Four Shades of Mingus – Fat Cat
October 27, 2019 – New York

Alexi David’s Three or Four Shades of Mingus

Madeleine Peyroux – Sony Hall
October 27, 2019 – New York

Madeleine Peyroux’s extraordinary journey is one of music industry’s most compelling. Eight albums and 22 years since her debut Dreamland, Peyroux continues to challenge the confines of jazz, venturing into the fertile fields of contemporary music with unfading curiosity. Peyroux’s new album, Anthem, finds the singer-songwriter collaborating with writers/musicians Patrick Warren (Bonnie Raitt, JD Souther, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Lana Del Rey, The Red Hot Chilli Peppers), Brian MacLeod (Sara Bareilles, Leonard Cohen, Tina Turner, Ziggy Marley) and David Baerwald (Joni Mitchell, David and David, Sheryl Crow), who are also the basic rhythm section players on the album. Together, they cast a sober, poetic, and at times philosophical eye on the current state of the world

Sunday Brunch with the Chiticalla Duo – Rio Tomatlan
October 27, 2019 – Canandaigua

Each Sunday we feature live music while offering our special brunch menu. Join us for delicious food and drinks—we offer our regular menu plus brunch specials!

6th Annual Farm – Blenheim Restaurant
October 27, 2019 – New York,

Carol Johnson – the Truth with Sunday Brunch at Gin Fizz Harlem – Gin Fizz
October 27, 2019 – New York

Carol Johnson – the Truth with Sunday Brunch at Gin Fizz Harlem.

Carol Johnson – the Truth with Sunday Brunch at Gin Fizz Harlem – Gin Fizz
October 27, 2019 – New York

Carol Johnson – the Truth with Sunday Brunch at Gin Fizz Harlem.

Jason Marshall Big Band – Minton’s playhouse
October 27, 2019 – New York

Jason Marshall is a highly sought after and established fixture on the global music landscape. His work for large ensemble can be heard most regularly performed by his critically acclaimed orchestra, the Jason Marshall Big Band. A rare specimen even among the highly competitive New York City music scene, the Washington D.C. born saxophonist can be seen playing soul music with Aretha Franklin, Latin jazz with Arturo O’Farrill, pop with Desi Di Lauro, avant garde jazz with the Charlie Mingus Big Band, and rock music with the Young Presidents. Also a highly sought after composer and arranger, Mr. Marshall wrote and arranged the modern day classic “Miss Garvey, Miss Garvey!!” which was nominated for a Grammy in 2009. He has also written and arranged music for the Taipei Jazz Orchestra and the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra.

Jazzy Brunch – Minton’s playhouse
October 27, 2019 – New York

Jazzy Brunch

Joanne Halev like a Perfumed Woman – Birdland Jazz Club
October 27, 2019 – New York

Singer and storyteller Joanne Halev tells tales from the mysterious, intoxicating, and passionate world of international fragrance creation. There’ll be tokens and talismans from the beautiful music and lyrics of Porter, Loesser, Bacharach, Bucchino, Mercer, McBroom and more, while wandering from Bangkok to Sao Paolo, Laos to London, Mumbai to Madagascar, and back to Brooklyn. Musical Director will be Alex Rybeck, with direction by Lina Koutrakos.

Earl j miller – Williamsburg Music Center
October 27, 2019 – Brooklyn

Music That Feeds The Soul and Motivates The Spirit Earl J. Miller Is a native Washingtonian, who began his fascinating musical journey at the age of 12. He began teaching himself how to play the keyboard his mother bought him for Christmas. As a self-taught musician, he learned to develop his GOD given musical ear by listening intensely to local musicians from various churches and jazz clubs. In 1997 his passion for music drove him to quit his job with the Federal Government to pursue his calling as a musician, musical director, minister of music, producer, and song writer.

Paul Marinaro – Birdland Jazz Club
October 27, 2019 – New York

Birdland is proud to welcome back Paul Marinaro to the stage. Chicago-based jazz vocalist Paul Marinaro, dubbed as having “one of the most beautiful vocal instruments in the business today” by Howard Reich of the Chicago Tribune, is a modern classic. Paul has quickly made a name for himself, becoming one of the most in-demand and respected male vocalists, and taking “his place among the top five male jazz singers active today.” (Scott Yanow, LA Jazz Scene)

Carried Away: Jeff Harnar Sings Comden & Green – Birdland Jazz Club
October 27, 2019 – New York

Jeff Harnar makes his Birdland Theater debut with “Carried Away: Jeff Harnar Sings Comden & Green.” “Carried Away: Jeff Harnar Sings Comden & Green” Birdland Theater By audience demand, award-winning vocalist Jeff Harnar will return to Birdland Theater with a Special 30th Anniversary Encore of his critically-acclaimed “Carried Away: Jeff Harnar Sings Comden & Green.” The Bistro Award-winning show is a celebration of the lyrics of Betty Comden and Adolph Green, whose Broadway musicals include On The Town, Wonderful Town, Bells Are Ringing, Peter Pan, On The Twentieth Century, Will Rogers Follies and Hollywood screenplays including “Singing in the Rain” and “The Band Wagon.”

The Drowsy Chaperone – YMCA Boulton Center For The Performing Arts
October 27, 2019 – Bay Shore

Winner of five Tony Awards, including Best Book and Best Original Score, The Drowsy Chaperone is a loving send-up of the Jazz Age musical, featuring one show-stopping song and dance number after another. With the houselights down, a man in a chair appears on stage and puts on his favorite record: the cast recording of a fictitious 1928 musical. The recording comes to life and The Drowsy Chaperone begins as the man in the chair looks on. Mix in two lovers on the eve of their wedding, a bumbling best man, a desperate theatre producer, a not-so-bright hostess, two gangsters posing as pastry chefs, a misguided Don Juan and an intoxicated chaperone, and you have the ingredients for an evening of madcap delight.

The Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra – Birdland Jazz Club
October 27, 2019 – New York

Join us on Sundays at 8:30 and 11pm for the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra! Get in a great mood for the week ahead! Grammy Award winning pianist, composer and educator Arturo O’Farrill — leader of the “first family of Afro-Cuban Jazz” (NY Times) — was born in Mexico and grew up in New York City. Son of the late, great composer Chico O’Farrill, Arturo was Educated at Manhattan School of Music, Brooklyn College Conservatory and the Aaron Copland School of Music at Queens College. He played piano in Carla Bley’s Big Band from 1979 through 1983 and earned a reputation as a soloist in groups led by Dizzy Gillespie, Steve Turre, Freddy Cole, Lester Bowie, Wynton Marsalis and Harry Belafonte.

Burlesk at Birdland – Birdland Jazz Club
October 27, 2019 – New York

Rosie Cheeks and the Birdland Theater proudly present BURLESK! at BIRDLAND Just a block from Times Square, BURLESK! at BIRDLAND marks the return of classic-style burlesque to its midtown Manhattan roots. Nestled in the legendary jazz club’s intimate new theater, this funny, sexy gem of a show unveils a luscious line-up of sparkling strip-teasers, each an exciting, enticing delight. Overseeing the frolics is renowned burlesque comedy legend, “Mr. Showbiz” himself, MURRAY HILL. Heralded by the New York Times as the “ultimate, consummate nightclub performer,” he’ll keep you in stitches while the rest strip their britches!

Acoustic Brunch: Benjamin Dakota Rogers – Daryl’s House Club
October 27, 2019 – New York

All Ages Having grown up on a farm in Scotland, ON, Benjamin Dakota Rogers is a distinctive, emotive and gritty singer-songwriter whose sound challenges the definition of the folk genre, reaching far beyond to include influences of roots, blues and country music. Benjamin’s music is genuine, emotionally-charged folk, that can only be delivered from the honesty, strength and grit of a farm boys hands.

Fleurine – Mezzrow Jazz Club
October 27, 2019 – New York

Vocalist Fleurine has a wide range of repertoire from originals to Brazilian. She also has a great feeling and lovely voice. With her is her band for an evening of song in our acoustic lounge.

The Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra – Birdland Jazz Club
October 27, 2019 – New York

Grammy Award winning pianist, composer and educator Arturo O’Farrill — leader of the “first family of Afro-Cuban Jazz” (NY Times) — was born in Mexico and grew up in New York City. Son of the late, great composer Chico O’Farrill, Arturo was Educated at Manhattan School of Music, Brooklyn College Conservatory and the Aaron Copland School of Music at Queens College. He played piano in Carla Bley’s Big Band from 1979 through 1983 and earned a reputation as a soloist in groups led by Dizzy Gillespie, Steve Turre, Freddy Cole, Lester Bowie, Wynton Marsalis and Harry Belafonte.

Sheryl Bailey – 55 Bar
October 27, 2019 – New York

Sheryl Bailey…Guitar Brian Charette…Organ Ian Froman…Drums

Tahira Clayton Featuring AMP Trio – 55 Bar
October 27, 2019 – New York

SUNDAY MATINEE 3PM – 5PM Curated By Our Own Mark Kirby Modern originals and re-imagined standards Tahira Clayton…Voice Addison Frei…Keyboards Perrin Grace…Bass Matt Young…Drums

Billy Hart Quartet – Village Vanguard
October 27, 2019 – New York

One of the leading drummers of his generation, Billy Hart continues to make jazz history with his quartet. Working with the phenomenally creative and talented pianist Ethan Iverson, saxophonist Mark Turner, and bassist Ben Street, Hart constantly seeks new territory, pushing the boundaries of post-bop and straight-ahead, of free jazz and composition, all the while embracing beauty and soulful communication. Turner’s rich, gorgeous tenor and Iverson’s exquisite technique combine to create a nearly infinite variety of textures and colors. Street and Hart have an uncanny connection that enables them to move effortlessly between swinging, tight grooves and sonic landscapes. Hart made an indelible mark on the jazz world in the ’60s and ’70s with his work with such jazz legends as Jimmy Smith, Wes Montgomery, McCoy Tyner, Wayne Shorter, Joe Zawinul, Eddie Harris, Marian McPartland, Stan Getz, Herbie Hancock, and Miles Davis. Less known is his earlier work with soul artists Otis Redding and Sam and Dave.

Cup of Joe – The Listening Room at 443 Cafe & Lounge
October 27, 2019 – Syracuse

A veteran of the CNY music scene, Joe Altier’s song catalog is DEEP, and he effortlessly jumps from genre to genre and decade to decade. The Cup of Joe monthly series at the Listening Room at 443 features “Just Joe” digging deep into his repertoire with a different theme each month. Joe will share the songs and the personal stories behind his choices, our bartenders will be slinging Bloodys, Mimosas and a selection of bad-ass coffee drinks. The theme will change each month, but you can count on tasty tunes, good vibes and interesting company in our cozy living room style space.

Billy Hart Quartet – Village Vanguard
October 27, 2019 – New York

Sunhyun Yoo Trio – Tomi Jazz
October 27, 2019 – New York

Sunhyun Yoo Trio

Kengo Yamada Quintet – Tomi Jazz
October 27, 2019 – New York

Kengo Yamada Quintet

Live Jazz Series at The Campbell – The Campbell
Through October 27, 2019 – New York

Acute Inflections will be performing in the main bar from 6:00pm to 10:00pm every Sunday throughout the month of October. Guests can book reservations online as regular table bookings.

SWINGADELIC John Bauers (Piano, Vocals) Dave Post (Bass) 10 Piece Band – SWING 46
October 28, 2019 – New York

SWINGADELIC John Bauers (Piano, Vocals) Dave Post (Bass) 10 Piece Band

Joel Frahm Quartet – Birdland Jazz Club
October 28, 2019 – New York

Join us at the Birdland Theater for a performance by the Joel Frahm Quartet. For nearly 30 years, Joel Frahm has lived in New York City, working in jazz clubs, collaborating with other musicians, and honing his craft. His bold, inventive tenor sound has won fans in the U.S. and across the world.

Guitar Masters Series: Kenny Carr – Zinc Bar
October 28, 2019 – New York

Acclaimed jazz guitarist Kenny Carr brings his formidable trio to Zinc. He’s supported by saxophonist Danny Walsh, bassist Sam Bevan, and drummer Kenny Wollesen. Kenny Carr is a classically trained guitar player, composer, and bandleader in New York City, where he has been performing music from his 2018 release, Departure, and his five earlier collections. Carr performs his original jazz, blues, funk, and fusion instrumental music with a trio, quartet, and other ensembles as well as in solo settings. Carr has performed as a headliner at NYC clubs such as 55 Bar and The Bitter End and has been featured in the Jazz at Kitano Emerging Artist Series. Departure has enjoyed national and international radio play and has been breaking into the top slots on the American jazz charts: Jazzweek, NACC, and RMR, ranking in the Top 5 and Top 20 since Fall 2018.

Natalie Douglas Tributes Barbara Streisand – Birdland Jazz Club
October 28, 2019 – New York

The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to announce that singer Natalie Douglas will pay Tribute to Barbara Streisand. Singer Natalie Douglas “Tributes” Barbra Streisand

The Nextgen Quartet – Birdland Jazz Club
October 28, 2019 – New York

Join us at the Birdland Theater for the Nextgen Quartet! The NEXTGEN QUARTET consists of an exceptionally skilled, entertaining and charming group of young musicians that are; Chris Mondak (Bass), Gabriel Feldman (Piano), Mario Layne Fabrizio (Drums/Percussion), and Ye Huang (Saxophones and Clarinet) who play works that each member contribute to the group. A reviewer stated that the NEXTGEN quartet is “so striking that they knock you off your feet” and that they, ” set the musical world on fire with their debut album”. Their music is mostly derived from the American jazz past and present, and also includes a great deal of backbeat oriented music that usually presents the members’ collective and soloist prowess. The NEXTGEN Quartet presents some of their music on thier debut album

Jim Caruso’s Cast Party – Birdland Jazz Club
October 28, 2019 – New York

Join us for Cast party! A wildly popular impromptu variety show occurring every Monday night since 2003! “Jim Caruso’s Cast Party is the best thing to happen to nightlife since prohibition ended.” Jim Caruso’s Cast Party is a wildly popular impromptu open mic/variety show that’s been taking place on the Birdland stage every single Monday night since 2003! Think “American Idol” meets “The Tonight Show.” It is the ultimate spot to mix and mingle with show folk and the people who love them. Cast Party is the place where showbiz superstars rub elbows with up-and-comers, delivering jaw-dropping musical performances and razzle-dazzle. Legendary showman Jim Caruso guides the entire affair with razor-sharp humor and the unbridled enthusiasm of an uber-fan. Musical Director Billy Stritch holds court at the ivories, along with Steve Doyle on bass and Daniel Glass on drums…but the real fun starts when the audience participates in the onstage festivities. Broadway legends, jazzers, cabaret divas, starry-eyed tourists and kids right off the bus take to the stage and entertain each other. If you have a voice, a dream and some sheet music, your Cast Party moment just might be at hand. Cast Pa… (read more)

Wayne Tucker and The Bad Motha’s – Birdland Jazz Club
October 28, 2019 – New York

Join us for 3 nights at the Birdland Theater with Wayne Tucker and The Bad Motha’s! Wayne Tucker is a 30 year old Trumpet player/Composer/Arranger based in New York City. He is a 2009 graduate of the Jazz Studies program at SUNY Purchase under the direction of Todd Coolman. Wayne has played with many of today’s current Jazz stars including Kurt Elling, Dee Dee Bridgewater and Cyrille Aimee, and Pop stars like Taylor Swift, David Crosby, Elvis Costello, Matt Simons and Ne-Yo. He has performed at some of the worlds greatest venues including Madison Square Garden, The Hollywood Bowl, Avery Fisher Hall, The Apollo Theatre, The Ravinia Festival and The Kennedy Center. He has played for TV shows like The Tonight Show, America’s Got Talent, Jimmy Kimmel, Ellen Degeneres, The Today Show and Good Morning America, and appeared in commercials for companies like Dove, SAP and Get Your Guide. Additionally he wrote the soundtrack and co-stars in the new film Hotel Bleu alongside longtime Broadway star Julie Halston. Wayne has also performed at clubs and festivals all over the world in places like Italy, France, Germany, Israel Korea, Dominican Republic, and Colombia. He was a participant in the… (read more)

Mark Wigglesworth Conducts Sibelius – Alice Tully Hall
October 28, 2019 – New York

Mark Wigglesworth conducts the Juilliard Orchestra in Alice Tully Hall. WALTON Portsmouth Point: An Overture WAGNER Suite from Die Meistersinger SIBELIUS Symphony No. 2 in D Major

Jim Caruso’s Cast Party – Birdland Jazz Club
October 28, 2019 – New York

Jim Caruso’s Cast Party is a wildly popular impromptu open mic/variety show that’s been taking place on the Birdland stage every single Monday night since 2003! Think “American Idol” meets “The Tonight Show.” It is the ultimate spot to mix and mingle with show folk and the people who love them. Cast Party is the place where showbiz superstars rub elbows with up-and-comers, delivering jaw-dropping musical performances and razzle-dazzle. Legendary showman Jim Caruso guides the entire affair with razor-sharp humor and the unbridled enthusiasm of an uber-fan. Musical Director Billy Stritch holds court at the ivories, along with Steve Doyle on bass and Daniel Glass on drums…but the real fun starts when the audience participates in the onstage festivities. Broadway legends, jazzers, cabaret divas, starry-eyed tourists and kids right off the bus take to the stage and entertain each other. If you have a voice, a dream and some sheet music, your Cast Party moment just might be at hand. Cast Party has been honored with three BroadwayWorld Awards, a MAC Award, Bistro Award, and a Nightlife Award.

Hector Martignon, Gabriel Vivas & Samuel Torres – Mezzrow Jazz Club
October 28, 2019 – New York

The vibrant panist Composer Hector Martignon returns to Mezzrow for an night of trio with bassist Gabriel Vivas and percussionist Samuel Torres.

Woody Allen & the Eddy Davis New Orleans Jazz Band – Café Carlyle
October 28, 2019 – New York

Woody Allen & the Eddy Davis New Orleans Jazz Band

Erik Robert Jacobson – Fat Cat
October 28, 2019 – New York

Erik Robert Jacobson

Asaf Yuria Group – Fat Cat
October 28, 2019 – New York

Asaf Yuria Group

After Hours hosted by Billy Kaye – Fat Cat
October 28, 2019 – New York

After Hours hosted by Billy Kaye

Brian Charette Organ Trio – 55 Bar
October 28, 2019 – New York

Brian Charette…Organ & Keys Yotam Silberstein…Guitar Jochen Rueckert…Drums

Nate Birkey – 55 Bar
October 28, 2019 – New York

Nate Birkey

Perry Smith Quartet – LunÀtico
October 28, 2019 – Brooklyn

Perry Smith – guitar Matt Marantz – sax Sam Minaie – bass Jay Sawyer – drums Perry Smith combines the tradition of jazz with broad influences from contemporary music to create his signature guitar style. Originally from the San Francisco Bay area, he’s played at the Blue Note (NYC & Tokyo), Smalls, Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola, Montreal Jazz Festival, Java Jazz Festival (Indonesia), Jazz a la Calle (Uruguay), Philippine International Jazz Festival and SFJazz. He hosted a weekly series in Brooklyn called the Nest Session every Wednesday for four years. Smith is also a founding member of the critically acclaimed New West Guitar Group with John Storie and Will Brahm.

Vanguard Jazz Orchestra – Village Vanguard
October 28, 2019 – New York

EVERY MONDAY NIGHT SINCE 1966 The Vanguard Jazz Orchestra is the current title for the band that began its life as the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra in 1966 and has performed continuously for over 50 years.

Vanguard Jazz Orchestra – Village Vanguard
October 28, 2019 – New York

Dorian Devins Trio – Tomi Jazz
October 28, 2019 – New York

Dorian Devins Trio

Miyoko Sparrow – Tomi Jazz
October 28, 2019 – New York

Miyoko Sparrow

Joy Presents: Bliss – The Sultan Room
Through October 28, 2019 – Brooklyn

21+ We ask our allies to pay $25 for admission to our event, as a means to offer opportunity for admission for QTPOC in need of a donated ticket. Please select “Ally Ticket” for purchase. *We strongly recommend arriving early, as we will reach capacity The venue is fully ADA accessible with an elevator for use. We will also have reserved seating for these needs.

Richard Thai Duo – Tomi Jazz
October 29, 2019 – New York

Richard Thai Duo

George Gee Swing Dance Band – SWING 46
October 29, 2019 – New York

George Gee Swing Dance Band

Pink Martini ‘Silver Jubilee Tour’ Featuring Lead Singer-China Forbes – The Paramount
October 29, 2019 – Huntington

Pink Martini’s “little orchestra” draws inspiration from the romantic Hollywood musicals of the 1940s and ’50s and crosses genres to make an eclectic, modern sound. Their arrangements of Latin music, jazz, cabaret and cinema scores come together in a sound that defies categorization but is guaranteed to get the audience up out of their seats and dancing in the aisles. This concert will include popular favorites from the band’s 23 year career as well as songs from their latest release, Je dis oui!, taking the audience on a musical trip around the world from France to Iran, Armenia to South Africa and more. Come join Pink Martini with lead singer China Forbes for a lively evening of song from our new album ‘Je dis oui!’ as well as old favorites from past albums, and don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes!

Kristen Lee Sergeant’s ‘Smolder’ with Special Guest Ted Nash – Birdland Jazz Club
October 29, 2019 – New York

Kristen Lee Sergeant is a jazz vocalist and composer of effervescent energy, musical intensity and dramatic flair. DownBeat Magazine has given both her albums the distinction of being an Editor’s Pick, citing how she “crafts moments of engaging drama, whether she’s seductively sliding into a note with a near-whisper, delivering a breathy revelation or belting out a lyric with full-throated muscularity.” She commits to telling a story in her music and performance style, while sparking spontaneous sonic conversation with her fellow musicians. Such commitment, and its results, captivate her audiences, whether in live performance or listening to her recordings.

Silver Arrow Band – DROM
October 29, 2019 – New York

The Silver Arrows are a premium 3-14 man band that are specialists in high-energy music for festivals, events, and private functions – at a sensible price. We pride ourselves on having a “cooler-than-average” song list that is never cheesey and focuses squarely on filling your dance-floor. With the Silver Arrow Band you’ll get the best musicians in the country, playing your favourite music. The Silver Arrows play a wide variety of tunes, but our trademark specialty is up-tempo festival-style music – capable of everything from chart classics, funk grooves, soul, swing/jazz to current top 40 and dance hits. On one night we might be playing completely 1950s rock n’ roll, and on the next night, only 80s hits. Or a mixture of eveything- you really have to see it live to understand!

Mare Winningham – Café Carlyle
October 29, 2019 – New York

Acclaimed actress/singer-songwriter Mare Winningham make her Café Carlyle debut, October 29-November 2. Mare Winningham was seen most recently at The Public Theater in the Olivier Award-winning Conor McPherson/Bob Dylan musical Girl from the North Country. She has released four albums of original songs, including her “Jewgrass” (Jewish country folk) record, a collaboration with Tim Crouch, fiddle and mandolin player extraordinaire, who will be joining her onstage for the engagement alongside his brother, renowned bassist Dennis Crouch.

Coco Montoya – Iridium
October 29, 2019 – New York

“Stratocaster-fueled, fierce slash-and-burn guitar work…dramatic, smoldering Southern soul-rooted intensity. Montoya’s voice is as expressive as his guitar.” –Washington Post “Montoya is a show-stopper…Heartfelt singing and merciless guitar with a wicked icy burn…he swings like a jazz man and stings like the Iceman, Albert Collins. He is one of the truly gifted blues artists of his generation.” –Living Blues The old Willie Dixon adage, “blues is truth,” perfectly describes the searing, contemporary blues-rock of world-renowned guitarist and vocalist COCO MONTOYA. Taught by the “Master of the Telecaster,” Albert Collins, but with a hard-edged sound and style all his own, Montoya mixes his forceful, melodic guitar playing and passionate vocals with memorable songs, delivering the blues’ hardest truths. He earned his status as a master guitarist and soul-powered vocalist through years of paying his dues as a sideman with Collins (first as a drummer) and then with John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, before launching his solo career in 1993. Five years of constant touring with Collins and ten years with Mayall turned him into a monster player and dynamic performer. Montoya has released eight s… (read more)

Daniel Bennett Group – Residence Inn Times Square
October 29, 2019 – New York

New York saxophonist Daniel Bennett has been hailed as one of the most original and unpredictable musical voices of his generation. Daniel Bennett Group performs the weekly “Experimental Tuesday” concert series at the Residence Inn Times Square. Bennett is joined every week by renowned guitarist Mark Cocheo. The music is a provocative mix of jazz, avant-pop, and American folk music. The Boston Globe describes Bennett’s music as “a mix of jazz, folk, and minimalism.” The trio was recently voted “Best New Jazz Group” in New York City Hot House Magazine. The Daniel Bennett Group has been featured in the Washington Post, Boston Globe, NPR, Indianapolis Public Radio, San Francisco Examiner, St. Louis Public Radio and the Village Voice. Time Out New York describes the music as, “hypnotic.” In addition to leading his own band, Daniel Bennett performs in Broadway and Off-Broadway theater productions in New York City. Daniel Bennett recently composed the musical score for stage adaptations of ‘Frankenstein’ and ‘Brave Smiles’ at the Hudson Guild Theatre in Manhattan. Daniel Bennett currently plays woodwinds in ‘Blank! The Musical,’ the first fully improvised Off-Broadway musical to launch o… (read more)

Eric Comstock with Sean Smith (Bass) & Special Guest Barbara Fasano (Voice) – Birdland Jazz Club
October 29, 2019 – New York

Birdland is proud to present Eric Comstock! With Sean Smith on Bass and special guest vocalist Barbara Fasano!

Kristen Lee Sergeant’s ‘Smolder’ with Special Guest Ted Nash – Birdland Jazz Club
October 29, 2019 – New York

The Birdland Theater is proud to welcome back Kristen Lee Sergeant! She is presenting her Album Smolder with Special Guest Ted Nash! Kristen Lee Sergeant is a jazz vocalist and composer of effervescent energy, musical intensity and dramatic flair. DownBeat Magazine has given both her albums the distinction of being an Editor’s Pick, citing how she “crafts moments of engaging drama, whether she’s seductively sliding into a note with a near-whisper, delivering a breathy revelation or belting out a lyric with full-throated muscularity.” She commits to telling a story in her music and performance style, while sparking spontaneous sonic conversation with her fellow musicians. Such commitment, and its results, captivate her audiences, whether in live performance or listening to her recordings.

Frank Catalano Quartet – Birdland Jazz Club
October 29, 2019 – New York

Birdland welcomes back the Frank Catalano Quartet! October 29th and 30th with Sets at 8:30 and 11pm! Frank Catalano recently finished a successful tour of the United States, France, England and Japan and he will be releasing a series of live recordings on Ropeadope Records in 2017 and 2018. Frank is the new Celebrity Endorser for Drambuie Scotch Liqueur. Frank’s 2016 recording “Bye, Bye, Blackbird” with David Sanborn, Jimmy Chamberlin, Nir Felder and Demos Petropoulos is still charting on Billboard. “God’s Gonna Cut You Down” debuted at #2 on the iTunes Jazz sales chart and was the #1 charting Instrumental album upon its release in April 2015. “Love Supreme Collective” Debuted at #1 on the itunes Jazz Charts in July 2014 and is an homage to John Coltrane featuring Jimmy Chamberlin (Smashing Pumpkins), Percy Jones (Brand X), Chris Poland (Megadeath), and Adam Benjamin (Kneebody). Frank’s Savoy/Columbia recording “Bang!” debuted at #12 on the Billboard Jazz Charts. Frank’s recording, “Mighty Burner” was on the Billboard Charts for 20 straight weeks. Now 40 years old, Catalano is the only known saxman to have performed with Miles Davis, Randy Brecker, Charles Earland, Elvin Jones, St… (read more)

The Lineup with Susie Mosher – Birdland Jazz Club
October 29, 2019 – New York

Join us every Tuesday night for THE LINEUP! Susie Mosher hosts a wild, anything-goes variety show that will leave you feeling good! THE LINEUP with Susie Mosher is a wild, anything-goes variety show featuring entertainers from the Broadway, cabaret, music and comedy scenes. Actress/singer Mosher hosts the spontaneous extravaganza with her “dynamite voice, heartfelt observations and ridiculously funny improv.” (Go Magazine). A hit with both critics and audiences, each LINEUP is unique and promises to deliver an unforgettable night of quintessential NYC entertainment. From Tony winners, pop artists and Broadway regulars to experimental groups, undiscovered newbies and subway performers, past guests include: Alice Ripley, Katharine McPhee, Beth Leavel, Maddie Poppe, Naturi Naughton, Billy Stritch, BETTY, Anya Marina, Dan Finnerty, Kimberley Locke, Kevin Chamberlin, Erich Bergen, KT Sullivan, Christina Bianco, Carole J. Bufford, Jarrod Specter, Mykal Kilgore, Kelli Barrett, Diana DeGarmo, Ace Young and many more!

Frank Catalano Quartet – Birdland Jazz Club
October 29, 2019 – New York

Harlem Jazz Series – Ronnie Burrage Trio – Greater Calvary Baptist Church
October 29, 2019 – New York

Ronnie Burrage is considered a virtuoso, exceptionally skilled and regarded as one of the best in the business at his craft. He has toured all continents from Siberia to South Africa to Japan. Ronnie is a well-respected educator whose biography is vibrant and dynamically diverse. He has graced stages with the Who’s Who of Jazz, such as Wayne Shorter, Sonny Rollins, Pat Metheny, Jaco Pastorius, Frank Morgan, Wallace Roney, Jackie and Rene McLean, James Moody, Gary Bartz, Archie Shepp, Reggie Workman, Joe Zawinul, Cedar Walton, Wood Shaw, McCoy Tyner and Pepper Adams. Throughout his illustrious career, Ronnie has been featured on over 100 recordings. Music has healing properties, and according to Ronnie, “we have not yet begun to explore all that music can do for us, individually and on a global level.” Ronnie believes music can provide one avenue to erase all the divisions and hate in the world. (Examiner.com) Featuring: Ronnie Burrage – drums 1st set: 12:00pm – 12:45pm (15-min break) 2nd set: 1:00pm – 1:45pm House doors open at 11:30 am Artist: Ronnie Burrage

The Improv Jam – UCBT Hell’s Kitchen
October 29, 2019 – New York

Just your classic Improv Jam! Everyone who attends this show will have a chance to perform improv on the UCBT Hell’s Kitchen stage! Put your name in the Bucket of Truth, then jam with students, performers, and faculty. The show isn’t over until everyone has had a chance to perform, all in a fun, supportive environment! All experience levels welcome!

Rhythm Masters: Nazareth, Gonzaga, Pixinguinha, Joplin, and Morton – Paul Hall at The Juilliard School
October 29, 2019 – New York

Juilliard Jazz’s Dave Brubeck and Mary Lou Williams Ensembles present music by Nazareth, Gonzaga, Pixinguinha, Joplin, and Morton in Paul Hall.

Frank Catalano Quartet – Birdland Jazz Club
October 29, 2019 – New York

Frank Catalano recently finished a successful tour of the United States, France, England and Japan and he will be releasing a series of live recordings on Ropeadope Records in 2017 and 2018. Frank is the new Celebrity Endorser for Drambuie Scotch Liqueur. Frank’s 2016 recording “Bye, Bye, Blackbird” with David Sanborn, Jimmy Chamberlin, Nir Felder and Demos Petropoulos is still charting on Billboard. “God’s Gonna Cut You Down” debuted at #2 on the iTunes Jazz sales chart and was the #1 charting Instrumental album upon its release in April 2015. “Love Supreme Collective” Debuted at #1 on the itunes Jazz Charts in July 2014 and is an homage to John Coltrane featuring Jimmy Chamberlin (Smashing Pumpkins), Percy Jones (Brand X), Chris Poland (Megadeath), and Adam Benjamin (Kneebody). Frank’s Savoy/Columbia recording “Bang!” debuted at #12 on the Billboard Jazz Charts. Frank’s recording, “Mighty Burner” was on the Billboard Charts for 20 straight weeks. Now 40 years old, Catalano is the only known saxman to have performed with Miles Davis, Randy Brecker, Charles Earland, Elvin Jones, Stan Getz, Betty Carter, Von Freeman, Tito Puente, Tony Bennett, Les Claypool and Louis Bellson while st… (read more)

Kristen Lee Sergeant’s Smolder with Special Guest Ted Nash – Birdland Jazz Club
October 29, 2019 – New York

Libby York, Michael Kanan & Neal Miner – Mezzrow Jazz Club
October 29, 2019 – New York

Vocalist Libby York has a love for the American Songbook and has a great jazz feeling. She is joined by her invited guests Michael Kanan on piano & Neal Miner on bass to celebrate 75 on her Diamond Birthday Tour.

Coco Montoya – The Iridium
October 29, 2019 – New York

Saul Rubin Zebtet – Fat Cat
October 29, 2019 – New York

Saul Rubin Zebtet

Itai Kriss & Gato Gordo – Fat Cat
October 29, 2019 – New York

Itai Kriss & Gato Gordo

After Hours hosted by Latin Bop – Fat Cat
October 29, 2019 – New York

After Hours hosted by Latin Bop

Melanie Martinez: The K-12 Tour – Hammerstein Ballroom
October 29, 2019 – New York

Categories: Concerts

Sheila Anozier & Rufus Cappadocia – LunÀtico
October 29, 2019 – Brooklyn

Haitian-American multidisciplinary artist Sheila Anozier is a performer and artistic collaborator who’s main focus and inspiration is the rich tradition of Haitian song, dance and music. Her studies with master folklorists and teachers, Pat Hall and Georges Vilson, have guided her in integrating the modern with the ancestral traditions of her family and community. The joy that is released through her art has helped her and others express the intersection of cultures that is so important to the immigrant based communities that make up America.

Joshua Radin & the Weepies – Gramercy Theatre
October 29, 2019 – New York

Age Restriction: 16+ Unless Accompanied by a Guardian General Admission Only Accessible accommodations should purchase a General Admission ticket and will be taken care of at the venue day of event. Just a few blocks from Madison Square Park, Gramercy Theatre’s intimate live experience remains unmatched by any other Manhattan venue. Get up close and personal with the performers in the general admission section, or enjoy a full view of the unforgettable environment in our authentic theatre seating. Grab a cold drink from one of the many bars located in the venue, including the downstairs lounge.

Humeysha – The Sultan Room
October 29, 2019 – Brooklyn

History and homeland are central to Humeysha, the brainchild of Zain Alam, an American artist and musician of Indian-Pakistani origin. Described as “a unique intersection, merging the cinematic formality of Bollywood and geometric repetition of Islamic art,” Humeysha began during Alam’s travels through his ancestral India and Pakistan where he worked as an oral historian for the 1947 Partition Archive. He was the first in decades from his family to visit both sides of the militarized border by virtue of birthright American citizenship.

Noah Macneil Trio – Tomi Jazz
October 29, 2019 – New York

Noah Macneil Trio

David Ullman Trio – Tomi Jazz
October 30, 2019 – New York

David Ullman Trio

Yasushi Gonjo Trio – Tomi Jazz
October 30, 2019 – New York

Yasushi Gonjo Trio

Stan Rubin Orchestra Starring Joe Politi – SWING 46
October 30, 2019 – New York

STAN RUBIN Orchestra Starring JOE POLITI

David Stoler, Dennis Marks & Peter Van Nostrand – Mezzrow Jazz Club
October 30, 2019 – New York

Pianist David Stoler makes his Mezzrow debut with his trio featuring Dennis Marks on bass and Peter Van Nostrand on drums.

Mare Winningham – Café Carlyle
October 30, 2019 – New York

David Ostwald’s Louis Armstrong Eternity Band – Birdland Jazz Club
October 30, 2019 – New York

Join us every Wednesday for The Louis Armstrong Eternity Band, now in its 20th year of residency! Inspired by the noble jazz pioneers Louis Armstrong, Bix Beiderbecke, Duke Ellington, Jelly Roll Morton and their colleagues, David Ostwald’s Louis Armstrong Eternity Band breathes life and passion into America’s own great art form. Legendary record producer George Avakian describes the band in this way: “There has never been a band quite like this one. Most groups, past and present, stick to one style. Some current groups attempt to recreate early recordings in their entirety. These guys do neither. Inspired by divergent bands of the 1920s and 30s, you’ll hear them swing a variety of styles in music by a wide range of composers, always true to the joy and heart of the music.”

Champian Fulton – Birdland Jazz Club
October 30, 2019 – New York

Join us at the Birdland Theater for Champian Fulton! Born in Oklahoma, Champian Fulton has become a world class Jazz pianist and vocalist with international acclaim. She grew up with music in the home; her mother and father (Jazz trumpeter and educator Stephen Fulton) recognized her fascination with music at an early age. The presence of her father’s musician friends, including Clark Terry and Major Holley, inspired her focus on Jazz. Her first paid musical engagement was with her own band at Clark Terry’s 75th Birthday Party; she was 10 years old. Since then, her piano and voice skills have been recognized by peers and critics as distinctive and sophisticated. This young woman from Oklahoma captivates audiences in New York’s finest Jazz rooms and in concert halls around the world.

Frank Catalano Quartet – Birdland Jazz Club
October 30, 2019 – New York

Champian Fulton – Birdland Jazz Club
October 30, 2019 – New York

David Ostwald’s Louis Armstrong Eternity Band – Birdland Jazz Club
October 30, 2019 – New York

Join us every Wednesday for The Louis Armstrong Eternity Band, now in its 20th year of residency! Inspired by the noble jazz pioneers Louis Armstrong, Bix Beiderbecke, Duke Ellington, Jelly Roll Morton and their colleagues, David Ostwald’s Louis Armstrong Eternity Band breathes life and passion into America’s own great art form. Legendary record producer George Avakian describes the band in this way: There has never been a band quite like this one. Most groups, past and present, stick to one style. Some current groups attempt to recreate early recordings in their entirety. These guys do neither. Inspired by divergent bands of the 1920s and 30s, you’ll hear them swing a variety of styles in music by a wide range of composers, always true to the joy and heart of the music.” Now in its 17th year of residency at Birdland, the weekly post-workday engagement is the city’s best musical bargain! Tuba player David Ostwald leads a rotating lineup that features talents such as clarinetist Anat Cohen, trombonist/vocalist Wycliffe Gordon, pianist Ehud Asherie, drummer Marion Felder and more

Percussion Ensemble | Wednesdays at One – Alice Tully Hall
October 30, 2019 – New York

Juilliard artists share their talent with the community in these free, hour-long lunchtime concerts on Wednesday afternoons throughout the season.

Kyoko Oyobe Band – Fat Cat
October 30, 2019 – New York

Kyoko Oyobe Band

Bill Ware Group – Fat Cat
October 30, 2019 – New York

Bill Ware Group

After Hours hosted by Ned Goold – Fat Cat
October 30, 2019 – New York

After Hours hosted by Ned Goold

Pink Martini – Beacon Theatre
October 30, 2019 – New York, NY

Pink Martini brings their Silver Jubilee Tour to the Beacon Theatre on October 30 featuring lead singer China Forbes.

Yuto Mitomi Trio – Tomi Jazz
October 31, 2019 – New York

Yuto Mitomi Trio

Jasper Dutz – Tomi Jazz
October 31, 2019 – New York

Jasper Dutz

8th Annual Easton Farm Tour – Alexxa’s Bar
October 31, 2019 – Las Vegas

Mare Winningham – Café Carlyle
October 31, 2019 – New York

Jazzmobile Residency – Minton’s playhouse
October 31, 2019 – New York

Jazzmobile Launches Its Thursday Night Residency at Minton’s Playhouse – the Newest Addition to – New York City’s Longest Running Jazz Festival: “Jazzmobile’s Summerfest!”

Liederabend – Paul Hall at The Juilliard School
October 31, 2019 – New York

Artists from Juilliard’s Collaborative Piano department perform repertoire with singers from the Ellen and James S. Marcus Institute for Vocal Arts.

Jenny Scheinman & Allison Miller’s Parlour Game – Birdland Jazz Club
October 31, 2019 – New York

Join us for Jenny Scheinman and Allison Miller’s PARLOUR GAME! October 31st through November 2nd 8:30 and 11pm! Jenny Scheinman (violin) Allison Miller (drums) Carmen Staaf (piano) Tony Scherr (bass) When two of the indie-jazz scene’s foremost instrumentalists unite for their debut co-writing collaboration that intermingles panoramic Americana-infused arrangements with a Brooklyn jazz pocket, the result is as ambitious as only violinist Jenny Scheinman and drummer Allison Miller could envision. Parlour Game, released Aug. 2 on Royal Potato Family Records features a compositional sisterhood of two innovators redefining American music. Along with pianist Carmen Staaf and acoustic bassist Tony Scherr, Parlour Game prevails as a respite from the daily chaos of the modern world and brings life’s joy into focus. This is social music that celebrates hopefulness and humor. Collectively, the three leading women jazz artists and Scherr send out a calling card for listeners to take a deep breath, and wholeheartedly enter their sonic haven for a moment of solace and playfulness.

Champian Fulton – Birdland Jazz Club
October 31, 2019 – New York

oin us at the Birdland Theater for Champian Fulton! Born in Oklahoma, Champian Fulton has become a world class Jazz pianist and vocalist with international acclaim. She grew up with music in the home; her mother and father (Jazz trumpeter and educator Stephen Fulton) recognized her fascination with music at an early age. The presence of her father’s musician friends, including Clark Terry and Major Holley, inspired her focus on Jazz. Her first paid musical engagement was with her own band at Clark Terry’s 75th Birthday Party; she was 10 years old. Since then, her piano and voice skills have been recognized by peers and critics as distinctive and sophisticated. This young woman from Oklahoma captivates audiences in New York’s finest Jazz rooms and in concert halls around the world.

The Music of Nina Simone & First Ladies of Jazz & Blues – Club Bonafide
October 31, 2019 – New York

First Ladies of Jazz & Blues: The Music of Etta James, Billie Holiday, Nina Simone & More feat. Emilie Surtees Jazz has not one queen but three, and impassioned vocalist Emilie Surtees will pay homage to all of them in First Ladies of Jazz & Blues. From scat to breathy ballads, “First Lady of Song” Billie Holiday could do it all while Etta James is considered one of the greatest blues singers who ever lived. And Nina Simone lit the world on fire with a vibrato that stirred souls and moved mountains. Hear some of this Holy Trinity’s greatest hits as Surtees interprets them with conviction at Club Bonafide in New York.

Winnie’s Rockin’ Cauldron – Club Bonafide
October 31, 2019 – New York

Winnie’s Rockin’ Cauldron

Avi Rothbard Quartet – Fat Cat
October 31, 2019 – New York

Avi Rothbard Quartet

After Hours hosted by Richard Padron – Fat Cat
October 31, 2019 – New York

After Hours hosted by Richard Padron

Halloween party with Ray Santiago Band – Made In New York Jazz Cafe&Bar
Through October 31, 2019 – Brooklyn

Halloween party with Ray Santiago Band 2 nights / 2sets every night!!!

The Tubes – Iridium
Through October 31, 2019 – New York

The Tubes are a San Francisco-based rock band that used a mix of progressive rock theater, multimedia, and scathing social criticism of America’s television culture. The original line up consisted of Fee Waybil (Vocals), Rick Anderson (Bass), Prairie Prince (Drums), Roger Steen (Guitar and Vocals), Vince Welnick (Keyboards), and Michael Cotten (Synthesizer). Their live performances were surreal vaudeville shows in which songs became full fledged production numbers. The Tubes scored their first hit “White Punks on Dope” on their self-titled debut album released on A&M records. Their second album, “Young And Rich”, included their second hit single – the suggestive duet “Don’t Touch Me There”. The Tubes released three more albums on A&M before being dropped in 1982. Capitol Records signed the Tubes upon their release from A&M and the Tubes released their most successful album to date, the concept album “The Completion Backward Principle”. “The Completion Backward Principle” contained the hits, “Don’t Want To Wait Anymore”, “Sushi Girl” and the classic rock staple “Talk To You Later”. Their next release on Capitol was “Outside Inside” which featured the top 10 US single “She’s A Beauty… (read more)

Bob Mover ‘Family Business’ – Made In New York Jazz Cafe&Bar
November 01, 2019 – Brooklyn

Emilie Mover – vocal Marcos Varela – bass Joe Cohn – guitar Steve Williams – drums

French Jazz & Tango Celebrating Piaf, Brel, Aznavour & Piazzolla – Club Bonafide
November 01, 2019 – New York

Celebrating Piaf, Brel, Aznavour & Piazzolla Few things are more distinctly French that the music of Edith Piaf, Jacques Brel and Charles Aznavour. These and other Gallic icons are the focus of From Paris With Love, a musical homage to the City of Lights from the duo Yael & Gabriel. Yael Dray-Barel is a French/Israeli singer/songwriter influenced by rock and gypsy jazz, and her songs often incorporate the five languages she speaks. Argentinian guitarist Gabriel Hermida infuses his compositions with the essence of classical tango, flamenco and contemporary jazz. Together, the pair will salute such timeless French songs as “La Vie en Rose,” “Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien” and “Hymne a L’Amour, along with work from Argentine composer

Tomoko Omura Quartet – Club Bonafide
November 01, 2019 – New York

Evening of Jazz with Fima Chupakhin Quintet: Album Release Show – Ukrainian Institute of America
November 01, 2019 – New York

The Ukrainian Institute of America presents an Evening of Jazz with Fima Chupakhin Quintet: Album Release Show. Serhiy Avanesov – sax Taulant Mehmeti – guitar James Robbins – bass Jonathan Barber – drums Fima Chupakhin – piano Special guest – TBA

Risky Business Live – Butterfields
November 01, 2019 – Hauppauge

Join us on Friday, November 1st for some energetic dance music with Risky Business performing live

Gerry Eastman & Friends: Jam session – Williamsburg Music Center
November 01, 2019 – Brooklyn

In addition to performing with his band and welcoming all kinds of artists in his club week after week, WMC owner & founder Gerry Eastman is active on the New York music scene as a guitarist, bassist, composer, conductor, and bandleader. He is one of the few people still around who have toured the world with jazz icons such as Count Basie, Sarah Vaughan, and Etta Jones.

Chelsea Wolfe American Darkness Tour 2019 – Brooklyn Steel
November 01, 2019 – Brooklyn

Ages: 16 & Over Chelsea Wolfe has always been a conduit for a powerful energy, and while she has demonstrated a capacity to channel that somber beauty into a variety of forms, her gift as a songwriter is never more apparent than when she strips her songs down to a few key components. As a result, her solemn majesty and ominous elegance are more potent than ever on Birth of Violence. There is a core element to Chelsea Wolfe’s music—a kind of urgent spin on America’s desolation blues—that’s existed throughout the entirety of her career. It manifested in the lo-fi bedroom recording experiments of her debut album The Grime and the Glow (2010), the electrified dirges of Apokalypsis (2011) and Hiss Spun (2017), the electronic embellishments and distorted growl of albums like Pain is Beauty (2013) and Abyss (2015), and the sparse acoustic arrangements of Unknown Rooms (2012). At the center, there has always been Wolfe’s woeful longing and beguiling gravity, though the framework for compositions has continuously evolved based on whatever resources were available. Her austere beginnings were gradually bolstered by electronics and filled out with full-band arrangements. The music became in… (read more)

Bettye Lavette – Daryl’s House Club
November 01, 2019 – New York

All Ages Three time Grammy nominee Bettye LaVette is no mere singer. She is an interpreter of the highest order.

Tomoko Omura Quartet – Club Bonafide
November 01, 2019 – New York

Tomoko Omura is among today’s leading voices in jazz violin. “Roots”, her debut album for Inner Circle Music, is a compelling tribute to her native Japan, featuring original arrangements of ten classic Japanese folk and popular songs. In the words of fellow violinist Christian Howes, “‘Roots’ is a tremendous accomplishment, and undoubtedly one of the most important and creative jazz albums produced by a violinist in recent history.” Downbeat magazine calls Tomoko “a leader with a fine future”, awarding “Roots” 4 and a half stars. Her latest release, “Post Bop Gypsies” (Inner Circle, 2017), is a contemporary jazz trio album in the classic Gypsy jazz instrumentation of violin, guitar and bass. Since 2015, she has been named a “Rising Star” in Downbeat magazine’s prestigious Critic’s Poll for the past consecutive years.

Lee Hogans – The Groove
November 01, 2019 – New York

All Ages By maintaining an aggressive path of musical study and professional achievement, W. Lee Hogans has fashioned a distinct musical style. He formed his own band Pursuance in 2004. His songs, featuring strong grooves with catchy melodies, encompass the worlds of Jazz, Hip-Hop, and Soul. Stylistic influences range from Lee Morgan and Freddie Hubbard to James Brown and Run DMC. Lee recently signed to the Japanese record label P-Vine and released his second album with Pursuance entitled What We Play is Life. WWPIL hit the market in 2015, reaching 2nd place on the Japanese iTunes charts just behind Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga. Lee Hogans and Pursuance has also dazzled audiences at many destination venues throughout New York and New Jersey, including the famous Blue Note jazz club, where the band is in residency backing up Hip Hop legends like Prodigy, Masta Ace, and Grand Puba.

Tracey Nicole & Company – The Groove
November 01, 2019 – New York

With over 20 years in the music industry Tracey Nicole is not missing a beat!!! Discovering her gift at the age of 3 years old, Tracey began singing in church. In her youth she would sing for big crowds in parks with her friends. One of the parks was Washington Square Park. Those days were fun for her. When Tracey became an adult she began to get work in clubs such as Groove, Cafe Wha, B.B.Kings, and Village Underground, just to name a few. Her roots was gospel & rhythm and blues. But through the years she’s grown to other style of music R&B, Soul, Pop, Reggae and Roc. She also began to work with a few celebrities such as Cheryl Pepsi Riley, Melissa Morgan, Iyana Day, Kim Davis “from Chic”, Mike Davis, Monifah, and more.

Jenny Scheinman & Allison Miller’s Parlour Game – Birdland Jazz Club
November 01, 2019 – New York

Mare Winningham – Café Carlyle
November 01, 2019 – New York

Rufus Wainwright-Oh Solo Wainwright 2019 – State Theatre of Ithaca
November 01, 2019 – Ithaca

Rufus Wainwright, one of the great male vocalists, composers, and songwriters of his generation, has released eight studio albums, three DVDs, and three live albums. He has collaborated with artists ranging from Elton John, David Byrne, Robbie Williams Mark Ronson, Joni Mitchell to Burt Bacharach. His album “Rufus Does Judy” recorded at Carnegie Hall in 2006 was nominated for a Grammy.

Stravinsky, Takemitsu, and Birtwistle | Axiom – Alice Tully Hall
November 01, 2019 – New York

Jeffrey Milarsky, Conductor Igor STRAVINSKY Three Pieces (1920) STRAVINSKY Three Japanese Lyrics (1912-13) Toru TAKEMITSU Archipelago S (1993) STRAVINSKY Elegie (1944) STRAVINSKY Pribaoutki (1914) Harrison BIRTWISTLE Silbury Air (1977)

French Jazz & Tango Celebrating Piaf, Brel, Aznavour & Piazzolla – Club Bonafide
November 01, 2019 – New York

Tomoko Omura Quartet – Club Bonafide
November 01, 2019 – New York

Back in Time & That 70’s Band – 89 North Music Venue
November 01, 2019 – Patchogue

For this show, advanced tickets for reserved seating on the upper level are available. Table service included. Doors open at 7:00 PM for Advanced Ticket Holders; 7:30PM for General Admission

Rufus Wainwright-Oh Solo Wainwright – State Theatre of Ithaca
November 01, 2019 – Ithaca

Ecm Records at 50 – Dizzy’s Club
November 01, 2019 – New York

Tonight we celebrate 50 years of the monumentally influential ECM Records, rightfully called “one of the defining sound-worlds of the past half-century of recorded music” by the New Yorker. Founded by producer Manfred Eicher in Munich in 1969 and still under his artistic leadership, ECM Records continues to set new directions in music and sound.

Alex Hoffman Group – Fat Cat
November 01, 2019 – New York

Alex Hoffman Group

The Supreme Queens – Fat Cat
November 01, 2019 – New York

The Supreme Queens

Dave Gibson Quintet – Fat Cat
November 01, 2019 – New York

Dave Gibson Quintet

After Hours hosted by Nick Hempton – Fat Cat
November 01, 2019 – New York

After Hours hosted by Nick Hempton

The Birdland Big Band – Birdland Jazz Club
November 01, 2019 – New York

Every Friday, and for two headlining weeks a year, the “BBB” roars into action playing a thrilling and original mix of jazz, funk, Brazilian, Latin and world music for sold-out audiences. Featured weekly guest artists drop-in from television bands (David Letterman, Saturday Night Live) and pop music touring bands (Rob Thomas, Rod Stewart). Come see for yourself why Time Out New York called the BBB, “a completely unique experience… there isn’t another band like this anywhere,” and yelp.com proclaims, “if you hear one band in NYC make sure this is it… and prepare to be blown away!”

Live in Concert English Michael Learns to Rock Live in Concert – Mltr – Melrose Ballroom
November 02, 2019 – Astoria

Michael Learns To Rock is a legendary band from Denmark and loved loved acorss he world specialy in Asia and Europe. They are coming for the first North America tour this year starting with new York.

French Jazz & Tango Celebrating Piaf, Brel, Aznavour & Piazzolla – Club Bonafide
November 02, 2019 – New York

Jacques Brel Chansons In French with The story of Brel Feat. Alfredo Merat – Club Bonafide
November 02, 2019 – New York

Alfredo Merat interprets “Chansons” Of the Belgium/French Giant Jacques Brel, gone to soon. After his discovery of “Jacques Brel is Alive & Well in Paris”, Alfredo decided to set the record straight…. with his guitar he offers a ONE MAN SHOW that will keep you at the edge of your seat. The world of Brel, his passions, contradictions, fears, hatred will be marked by Alfredo’s Fiery guitar playing over most of his most famous songs. “Ne me Quitte Pas, Amsterdam, La Valse, La Chanson de Jacky, On N’Oublie Rien, Vezoul, Le Plat Pay, Au Suivant, Je ne sais pas and many more

Brazilian Guitar Fest Feat.Guitar Hero Richard Miller – Club Bonafide
November 02, 2019 – New York

Richard Miller explores the richly expressive sounds of the nylon string guitar (both 7 string and 6 string) with a repertoire that includes Brazilian styles (choro, samba, bossa nova, forró, etc.), American jazz, Latin American styles (salsa, bolero, tangos, etc.), and Classical guitar. He is also active as an educator, composer, and writer/presenter for academic publications and conferences. He earned a Ph.D. in music theory from Catholic University of America in 2006, where he now teaches theory, ear-training, and guitar. He also teaches theory and guitar at Georgetown University. He holds a Master of Music degree in guitar performance from Manhattan School of Music.

Silent Auction – Union Hall
November 02, 2019 – Barneveld

Unity Hall’s annual Silent Auction has a new twist. In response to and appreciation of friends of the Hall in far-flung places, we are introducing online bidding on a few of the Showcase Items in the auction.

Kishi Bashi – Brooklyn Steel
November 02, 2019 – Brooklyn

Ages: 16 & Over Imagine being forced from your home. Imagine being sent to a prison camp with no trial, and no promise of release. Imagine all this happened simply because of the language you speak, the shade of your skin, or the roots of your family tree. For over 120,000 Japanese-Americans this was a reality during World War II. It’s a reality that Kishi Bashi seeks to reckon with on his latest release Omoiyari. Omoiyari is Kishi Bashi’s fourth album — following the acclaimed 151a (2012), Lighght (2014), and Sonderlust (2016), which have garnered serious acclaim from outlets including NPR Music, The Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian — and his most important yet. Many of the songs were initially inspired by history and oppression, and he deftly weaves tales of love, loss, and wanting to connect listeners to the past. Channeling the hard-learned lessons of history, Omoiyari is an uncompromising musical statement on the turbulent sociopolitical atmosphere of present-day America. “I was shocked when I saw white supremacy really starting to show its teeth again in America,” Kishi Bashi says. “My parents are immigrants, they came to the United States from Japan post–World War … (read more)

Jerome Jennings Group – Sistas’ Place
November 02, 2019 – Brooklyn

Sistas’ Place, 456 Nostrand Avenue, at the corner of Jefferson Avenue, where Jazz: A Music of the Spirit Lives and Culture is our Weapon, announces its 24th season of bringing the greatest artists on the planet back into the African American community of Bedford-Stuyvesant.

Jenny Scheinman & Allison Miller’s Parlour Game – Birdland Jazz Club
November 02, 2019 – New York

Mare Winningham – Café Carlyle
November 02, 2019 – New York

Underground – The Groove
November 02, 2019 – New York

All Ages “We are cooking audio gumbo…our special recipe includes some funk, jazz, hip hop mixed with brass band traditions spiced up with African and other world rhythms… MUSIC FOR THE PEOPLE!” Underground Horns is a Brooklyn based brass band playing Afro Funk Latin New Orleans grooves and beyond. AllAboutJazz called their 2009 debut record FUNK MONK “kick-ass dance music…that brushes up against psychedelia…with shots of funky brass juice.” Their second album BIG BEAT (2010) was reviewed by Ken Waxman in The New York Jazz Record calling them “an unapologetic party band with brains…with tonal inflections from the Big Easy, central Africa, the Maghreb and the Baltic states” and on their third record ALMOST BLUE (2014) they were “expanding the sonic range while never leaving the groove behind.” (Sam Spokony, The Villager)

French Jazz & Tango Celebrating Piaf, Brel, Aznavour & Piazzolla – Club Bonafide
November 02, 2019 – New York

Jacques Brel Chansons In French with The story of Brel Feat. Alfredo Merat – Club Bonafide
November 02, 2019 – New York

Brazilian Guitar Fest Feat.Guitar Hero Richard Miller – Club Bonafide
November 02, 2019 – New York

World Music – Art House Astoria
November 02, 2019 – Astoria

Though Jazz began as a quintessentially American genre and art form, jazz musicians have continually looked to other styles and sounds from around the world for inspiration. From South Africa to Scandinavia, India to South America, we discover that the universal language of Jazz can be understood by musicians across the globe and that jazz continues to be enriched by influences from all over the world.

Ecm Records at 50 – Dizzy’s Club
November 02, 2019 – New York

Raphael D’lugoff Quintet – Fat Cat
November 02, 2019 – New York

Raphael D’lugoff Quintet

After Hours hosted by Greg Glassman – Fat Cat
November 02, 2019 – New York

After Hours hosted by Greg Glassman

Drais Nightclub – Drai’s Beachclub & Nightclub
Through November 02, 2019 – Las Vegas

Adeline – The Sultan Room
Through November 02, 2019 – Brooklyn

A French-Caribbean juggernaut who sings, plays bass, writes and produces her own music. Adeline (pronounced adaleen) dominates any stage she performs on and captures her audience not only with her powerful voice but with her funky bass playing, daring personal style and soulful yet seductive dance moves. Born and raised in Paris, she moved to New York to realize her dreams, making Brooklyn her home.

Bluegrass Brunch: Sleepy Hollow String Band – Daryl’s House Club
November 03, 2019 – New York

All Ages

Great Gatsby Meets Django Reinhardt Jazz Concert – Club Bonafide
November 03, 2019 – New York

Celebrate the elegance of the Jazz Age when acclaimed duo Yael & Gabriel pay musical homage to The Great Gatsby and Django Reinhardt. The pair perform jazz standards and gypsy jazz during this elegant, yet lively evening at New York City club Bonafide. Yael Dray-Barel is a French-Israeli singer-songwriter influenced by rock and gypsy jazz and her songs often incorporate the five languages she speaks. Argentinian guitarist Gabriel Hermida infuses his compositions with the essence of classical tango, flamenco and contemporary jazz. Together, Yael & Gabriel’s love of jazz in all its

The Piaf Experience: The Best of Piaf,Aznavour and Trenet Feat. Margot Sergent – Club Bonafide
November 03, 2019 – New York

The PIAF experience: the best of PIAF, AZNAVOUR, and TRENET starring Margot Sergent The PIAF experience features Margot Sergent, an acclaimed cabaret singer, actress, and harpist who sang her way up from Parisian clubs to prestigious venues such as l’Olympia, almost mirroring the career path of Edith Piaf.

Carol Johnson – the Truth with Sunday Brunch at Gin Fizz Harlem – Gin Fizz
November 03, 2019 – New York

Carol Johnson – the Truth with Sunday Brunch at Gin Fizz Harlem.

Carol Johnson – the Truth with Sunday Brunch at Gin Fizz Harlem – Gin Fizz
November 03, 2019 – New York

Carol Johnson – the Truth with Sunday Brunch at Gin Fizz Harlem.

Ethnic Jewish Food Festival – Beth Shalom v’Emeth Reform Temple (B’ShERT)
November 03, 2019 – New york

Great Gatsby Meets Django Reinhardt Jazz Concert – Club Bonafide
November 03, 2019 – New York

The Piaf Experience: The Best of Piaf,Aznavour and Trenet Feat. Margot Sergent – Club Bonafide
November 03, 2019 – New York

Terry Waldo’s Gotham City Band – Fat Cat
November 03, 2019 – New York

Terry Waldo’s Gotham City Band

Jade Synstelien’s Fatcat Bigband – Fat Cat
November 03, 2019 – New York

Jade Synstelien’s Fatcat Bigband

After Hours hosted by The Program of Deprogramming – Fat Cat
November 03, 2019 – New York

After Hours hosted by The Program of Deprogramming

Pickin’ & Poppin’ – Delta Blues Guitar with Erin Harpe – The Listening Room at 443 Cafe & Lounge
November 03, 2019 – Syracuse

In this workshop, Erin teaches delta blues finger-style songs that highlight what she calls “Pickin’ and Poppin'”. Students will learn to add some percussiveness to their playing by learning the “Poppin'” thumb technique, snapping the lower strings to give an extra pop, while “Pickin'” out the melodic lines. Erin will break songs down and help each student adapt the technique to their own playing style. This class is for beginning to intermediate finger-style guitar players. Resources will be provided for students including tabs and lyric sheets. Students should bring along a guitar and be ready to play! Songs (depending on students’ needs we can choose one or two):

Harlem Jazz Singers Showcase – Gin Fizz
Through May 31, 2021 – Harlem

Gordon Polatnick, the founder of Big Apple Jazz, has created a weekly series that brings the most talented, captivating and engaging Harlem jazz singers together with their knock-out all-star quartet – each week a new featured singer and band. Local musicians and singers often stop by to be a part of the excitement, and our guests are guaranteed seating for both sets unlike many other venues. Plan your next great evening out with the Harlem Jazz Singers Showcase. See talent like Tina Fabrique, Lynette Washington, Melanie Charles, Boncellia Lewis, Brianna Thomas, Emily Braden, Seydurah Avecmoi, Irene Blackman, Gary Samuels, and many more. Gin Fizz is a supper club right next to Red Rooster Harlem and conveniently located steps away from the 2/3 Train’s 125th Street stop on Lenox Ave. You will think you exited the subway and stepped into the kind of jazz age speakeasy which brought this neighborhood international fame during Prohibition and the Harlem Renaissance. Check our link to see who’s coming up this week.

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