The Mellow Tones is DESA’s Jazz vocal ensemble, founded in 2013 by Marc Meadows, and passed down to the current director, Taylor Young, in 2019.  The Mellow Tones, named after Duke Ellington’s 1930 composition, “In a Mellow Tone”, is the only jazz vocal ensemble at Ellington, as the vocal department only offers classical music [...]

The Orchestra was founded in 1985 along with its parent Blues Alley Jazz Society and performs varied musical selections by such successful jazz composers as Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock and others. The Orchestra typically contains a full accompaniment of br [...]

Loston Harris Duo with Paul Gill on Acoustic Bass.Loston has left his indelible touch at venues such as the Bellagio Hotel, Las Vegas and The World Residences Ship at Sea. Most recently he has completed a 22-year residency at The Carlyle, New York City in the legendary Bemelmans Bar. Loston continues to bring his lively approach to [...]

Loston Harris Duo with Paul Gill on Acoustic Bass.Loston has left his indelible touch at venues such as the Bellagio Hotel, Las Vegas and The World Residences Ship at Sea. Most recently he has completed a 22-year residency at The Carlyle, New York City in the legendary Bemelmans Bar. Loston continues to bring his lively approach to [...]

"A NIGHT OF SAX" CHRISTMAS is an explosive show featuring some of the best saxophonist in the country performing your favorite holiday classics. MARCUS MITCHELL is not only an established saxophonist and pianist, also a CEO and President of 24th Music a division of MHM Entertainment Group - a multi- faceted entertainment compa [...]

"A NIGHT OF SAX" CHRISTMAS is an explosive show featuring some of the best saxophonist in the country performing your favorite holiday classics. MARCUS MITCHELL is not only an established saxophonist and pianist, also a CEO and President of 24th Music a division of MHM Entertainment Group - a multi- faceted entertainment compa [...]

Jane Monheit is a jazz and adult contemporary vocalist with a deep passion for the Great American Songbook. With many highly acclaimed solo albums, countless awards and accolades, and over two decades of international touring experience, Jane has not only been an extremely successful bandleader, but has had the privilege of making [...]

Jane Monheit is a jazz and adult contemporary vocalist with a deep passion for the Great American Songbook. With many highly acclaimed solo albums, countless awards and accolades, and over two decades of international touring experience, Jane has not only been an extremely successful bandleader, but has had the privilege of making [...]

Jane Monheit is a jazz and adult contemporary vocalist with a deep passion for the Great American Songbook. With many highly acclaimed solo albums, countless awards and accolades, and over two decades of international touring experience, Jane has not only been an extremely successful bandleader, but has had the privilege of making [...]

Jane Monheit is a jazz and adult contemporary vocalist with a deep passion for the Great American Songbook. With many highly acclaimed solo albums, countless awards and accolades, and over two decades of international touring experience, Jane has not only been an extremely successful bandleader, but has had the privilege of making [...]

Experience the soulful sounds of saxophonist Langston Hughes II Quintet. Langston's music is a journey through life's rich tapestry, blending gospel roots with the timeless tradition of jazz. His distinctive style, honed through years of experience and mentorship under jazz greats, will transport you to a world of beauty, passion, [...]

Experience the soulful sounds of saxophonist Langston Hughes II Quintet. Langston's music is a journey through life's rich tapestry, blending gospel roots with the timeless tradition of jazz. His distinctive style, honed through years of experience and mentorship under jazz greats, will transport you to a world of beauty, passion, [...]

Experience the soulful sounds of saxophonist Langston Hughes II Quintet. Langston's music is a journey through life's rich tapestry, blending gospel roots with the timeless tradition of jazz. His distinctive style, honed through years of experience and mentorship under jazz greats, will transport you to a world of beauty, passion, [...]

Experience the soulful sounds of saxophonist Langston Hughes II Quintet. Langston's music is a journey through life's rich tapestry, blending gospel roots with the timeless tradition of jazz. His distinctive style, honed through years of experience and mentorship under jazz greats, will transport you to a world of beauty, passion, [...]

The Redd Brothers return to Blues Alley for a holiday jazz tradition that goes back nearly 30 years for an evening of holiday favorites and jazz. Chuck and Robert Redd are internationally known jazz artists that are based in the DC area. They have both had a long association with Blues Alley, having performed with countless ja [...]

The Redd Brothers return to Blues Alley for a holiday jazz tradition that goes back nearly 30 years for an evening of holiday favorites and jazz. Chuck and Robert Redd are internationally known jazz artists that are based in the DC area. They have both had a long association with Blues Alley, having performed with countless ja [...]

José André, Washington DC -based jazz pianist who taught himself how to play piano by the age of 4, is a musician who flavors his tunes with Latin rhythms and jazz harmonies. Anyone who has the opportunity to hear him play is amazed by his musical talent beyond his years. Despite his very young age he has already delighted audience [...]

José André, Washington DC -based jazz pianist who taught himself how to play piano by the age of 4, is a musician who flavors his tunes with Latin rhythms and jazz harmonies. Anyone who has the opportunity to hear him play is amazed by his musical talent beyond his years. Despite his very young age he has already delighted audience [...]

The Eric Felten Jazz Orchestra performs Duke Ellington's Nutcracker Suite.In what has become one of Washington’s favorite holiday traditions, Eric Felten brings his classic 16-piece big band to the Blues Alley stage to perform Duke Ellington’s extraordinary jazz re-imagining of The Nutcracker.The New York Times raves the Eric Felte [...]

The Eric Felten Jazz Orchestra performs Duke Ellington's Nutcracker Suite.In what has become one of Washington’s favorite holiday traditions, Eric Felten brings his classic 16-piece big band to the Blues Alley stage to perform Duke Ellington’s extraordinary jazz re-imagining of The Nutcracker.The New York Times raves the Eric Felte [...]

Lamkin3 Entertainment brings A Soulful Christmas: Motown and Beyond back to Blues Alley. A show guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit! Performing some of your favorite funky soul Christmas classics by Otis Redding, Clarence Carter, Motown, and more. Join us for a night of music, laughter, fun, and soul to make your season bri [...]

Lamkin3 Entertainment brings A Soulful Christmas: Motown and Beyond back to Blues Alley. A show guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit! Performing some of your favorite funky soul Christmas classics by Otis Redding, Clarence Carter, Motown, and more. Join us for a night of music, laughter, fun, and soul to make your season bri [...]

David Benoit Quartet with Special Guest Courtney Fortune “A Charlie Brown Christmas”For four decades, the GRAMMY®-nominated pianist/composer/ arranger David Benoit has reigned supreme as one the founding fathers of Contemporary Jazz.  When he was coming up, Benoit worked with singers Patti Austin, Connie Stevens [...]

David Benoit Quartet with Special Guest Courtney Fortune “A Charlie Brown Christmas”For four decades, the GRAMMY®-nominated pianist/composer/ arranger David Benoit has reigned supreme as one the founding fathers of Contemporary Jazz.  When he was coming up, Benoit worked with singers Patti Austin, Connie Stevens [...]

David Benoit Quartet with Special Guest Courtney Fortune “A Charlie Brown Christmas”For four decades, the GRAMMY®-nominated pianist/composer/ arranger David Benoit has reigned supreme as one the founding fathers of Contemporary Jazz.  When he was coming up, Benoit worked with singers Patti Austin, Connie Stevens [...]

David Benoit Quartet with Special Guest Courtney Fortune “A Charlie Brown Christmas”For four decades, the GRAMMY®-nominated pianist/composer/ arranger David Benoit has reigned supreme as one the founding fathers of Contemporary Jazz.  When he was coming up, Benoit worked with singers Patti Austin, Connie Stevens [...]

Celebrated Washington DC trumpet icon, Dave Detwiler presents fan-favorite holiday show “Christmastime in Washington.” Dave Detwiler, Washington DC trumpet icon and music educator, with a career spanning over 40 years, presents his fan-favorite holiday show “Christmastime in Washington!” Detwiler's "Christmastime in Washington [...]

Celebrated Washington DC trumpet icon, Dave Detwiler presents fan-favorite holiday show “Christmastime in Washington.”Dave Detwiler, Washington DC trumpet icon and music educator, with a career spanning over 40 years, presents his fan-favorite holiday show “Christmastime in Washington!” Detwiler's "Christmastime in Washington" [...]

Frosty the Soul Man returns out of the Blues this Christmas. However this year he will be unleashing non other than the Blues nosed Reindeer. One of frosty’s closed companions. So just like a candy cane get ready for some twisted, yet sweet Soul and Bebop for this holiday season.Soul Trombonist Herm Hopkins is a distinguished music [...]

Frosty the Soul Man returns out of the Blues this Christmas. However this year he will be unleashing non other than the Blues nosed Reindeer. One of frosty’s closed companions. So just like a candy cane get ready for some twisted, yet sweet Soul and Bebop for this holiday season.Soul Trombonist Herm Hopkins is a distinguished music [...]

Washington DC-based singer songwriter Kevin Rose has sung alongside Patti LaBelle, Michelle Williams, Dionne Warwick, Leslie Jordan, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Norm Lewis, Laura Osnes, Rayshun Lamarr, Morgan James, and Nova Payton. Kevin has a performed as a soloist with the National Phil Harmonic Orchestra (Strathmore), the West Virgi [...]

Washington DC-based singer songwriter Kevin Rose has sung alongside Patti LaBelle, Michelle Williams, Dionne Warwick, Leslie Jordan, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Norm Lewis, Laura Osnes, Rayshun Lamarr, Morgan James, and Nova Payton. Kevin has a performed as a soloist with the National Phil Harmonic Orchestra (Strathmore), the West Virgi [...]

The Eric Felten Jazz Orchestra performs Duke Ellington's Nutcracker Suite.In what has become one of Washington’s favorite holiday traditions, Eric Felten brings his classic 16-piece big band to the Blues Alley stage to perform Duke Ellington’s extraordinary jazz re-imagining of The Nutcracker.The New York Times raves the Eric Felte [...]

The Eric Felten Jazz Orchestra performs Duke Ellington's Nutcracker Suite.In what has become one of Washington’s favorite holiday traditions, Eric Felten brings his classic 16-piece big band to the Blues Alley stage to perform Duke Ellington’s extraordinary jazz re-imagining of The Nutcracker.The New York Times raves the Eric Felte [...]

Award-wining, international band VERONNEAU, perform originals and uniquely arranged classics with a sprinkling of holiday gems. Jazzy, stripped-down and personal, their show is warm, welcoming and oh so satisfying. Led by multilingual, Quebecoise vocalist Lynn Veronneau, the seven-time WAMMIE-winning band, and Blues [...]

Award-wining, international band VERONNEAU, perform originals and uniquely arranged classics with a sprinkling of holiday gems. Jazzy, stripped-down and personal, their show is warm, welcoming and oh so satisfying. Led by multilingual, Quebecoise vocalist Lynn Veronneau, the seven-time WAMMIE-winning band, and Blues [...]

Award-wining, international band VERONNEAU, perform originals and uniquely arranged classics with a sprinkling of holiday gems. Jazzy, stripped-down and personal, their show is warm, welcoming and oh so satisfying. Led by multilingual, Quebecoise vocalist Lynn Veronneau, the seven-time WAMMIE-winning band, and Blues [...]

Award-wining, international band VERONNEAU, perform originals and uniquely arranged classics with a sprinkling of holiday gems. Jazzy, stripped-down and personal, their show is warm, welcoming and oh so satisfying. Led by multilingual, Quebecoise vocalist Lynn Veronneau, the seven-time WAMMIE-winning band, and Blues [...]

In her new holiday show, "My Favorite Things," Nicole Henry, who has earned four national TOP 10 jazz CDs and a Soul Train Award, will add her singular twist to songs that remind us of the miraculous gifts of life, love, family and the reason for the season, which are all some of her FAVORITE THINGS.  She will also debut her l [...]

In her new holiday show, "My Favorite Things," Nicole Henry, who has earned four national TOP 10 jazz CDs and a Soul Train Award, will add her singular twist to songs that remind us of the miraculous gifts of life, love, family and the reason for the season, which are all some of her FAVORITE THINGS.  She will also debut her l [...]

In her new holiday show, "My Favorite Things," Nicole Henry, who has earned four national TOP 10 jazz CDs and a Soul Train Award, will add her singular twist to songs that remind us of the miraculous gifts of life, love, family and the reason for the season, which are all some of her FAVORITE THINGS.  She will also debut her l [...]

In her new holiday show, "My Favorite Things," Nicole Henry, who has earned four national TOP 10 jazz CDs and a Soul Train Award, will add her singular twist to songs that remind us of the miraculous gifts of life, love, family and the reason for the season, which are all some of her FAVORITE THINGS.  She will also debut her l [...]

“Exuberant foot-stomping music that combines swing with pop singer/songwriter sensibilities.” WPIX/11 News"Upper echelon of joy" PopMatters"Energetic" Wall Street Journal"NYC darlings" TimeOut NYAfter taking New York City and hundreds of national and international venues by storm , scintillating soprano Svetlana brings her acclaime [...]

“Exuberant foot-stomping music that combines swing with pop singer/songwriter sensibilities.” WPIX/11 News"Upper echelon of joy" PopMatters"Energetic" Wall Street Journal"NYC darlings" TimeOut NYAfter taking New York City and hundreds of national and international venues by storm , scintillating soprano Svetlana brings her acclaime [...]

Born in Toronto, Renée appeared in a variety of venues in Canada, Italy and New York City before moving to Washington, D.C., where she has been living and singing since 2001. With her warm and engaging energy, she plays with the area’s top jazz musicians, fronting her own combo at the city’s best music venues. Beyond the local club [...]

Born in Toronto, Renée appeared in a variety of venues in Canada, Italy and New York City before moving to Washington, D.C., where she has been living and singing since 2001. With her warm and engaging energy, she plays with the area’s top jazz musicians, fronting her own combo at the city’s best music venues. Beyond the local club [...]

Join Bryan Eng and his trio as they serenade you with a sleigh full of sensational winter classics, from the heartwarming “Christmas Song” to the lively “Sleigh Ride” and enchanting “Winter Wonderland.” Experience an unforgettable evening of joyous melodies that will fill your heart with holiday cheer!"If you see Eng on the schedul [...]

Join Bryan Eng and his trio as they serenade you with a sleigh full of sensational winter classics, from the heartwarming “Christmas Song” to the lively “Sleigh Ride” and enchanting “Winter Wonderland.” Experience an unforgettable evening of joyous melodies that will fill your heart with holiday cheer!"If you see Eng on the schedul [...]