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 [...]

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 [...]

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, Ann-Margaret, and Lainie Kazan as her musical director/conductor. In 1976, Benoit r [...]

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, Ann-Margaret, and Lainie Kazan as her musical director/conductor. In 1976, Benoit r [...]

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, Ann-Margaret, and Lainie Kazan as her musical director/conductor. In 1976, Benoit r [...]

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, Ann-Margaret, and Lainie Kazan as her musical director/conductor. In 1976, Benoit r [...]

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, Ann-Margaret, and Lainie Kazan as her musical director/conductor. In 1976, Benoit r [...]

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, Ann-Margaret, and Lainie Kazan as her musical director/conductor. In 1976, Benoit r [...]

Samuel Prather is a powerhouse of the Washington, D.C. music scene—an award-winning pianist, vocalist, and bandleader known for his deep groove and sophisticated arrangements. A Howard University graduate and DownBeat Award winner who has shared the stage with legends like Hugh Masekela and Cyrus Chestnut, Prather brings a fresh, d [...]

Samuel Prather is a powerhouse of the Washington, D.C. music scene—an award-winning pianist, vocalist, and bandleader known for his deep groove and sophisticated arrangements. A Howard University graduate and DownBeat Award winner who has shared the stage with legends like Hugh Masekela and Cyrus Chestnut, Prather brings a fresh, d [...]

Vocalist Renée Tannenbaum returns to Blues Alley for her annual multilingual holiday show, sharing her lyrical interpretations of seasonal jazz selections in English, French, Spanish and Italian. Joining her on stage is a stellar band featuring Jon Ozment on piano, Vince McCool on trumpet, John Previti on bass and Gary Montanaro on [...]

Vocalist Renée Tannenbaum returns to Blues Alley for her annual multilingual holiday show, sharing her lyrical interpretations of seasonal jazz selections in English, French, Spanish and Italian. Joining her on stage is a stellar band featuring Jon Ozment on piano, Vince McCool on trumpet, John Previti on bass and Gary Montanaro on [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Langston Hughes II returns to Blues Alley to bring his annual holiday tradition back to Washington, D.C., for two evenings of soulful, swinging jazz.A Juilliard graduate, saxophonist, composer, and educator, Hughes has quickly emerged as one of the leading young voices in jazz today. His music draws deeply from the blues, gospel, a [...]

Langston Hughes II returns to Blues Alley to bring his annual holiday tradition back to Washington, D.C., for two evenings of soulful, swinging jazz.A Juilliard graduate, saxophonist, composer, and educator, Hughes has quickly emerged as one of the leading young voices in jazz today. His music draws deeply from the blues, gospel, a [...]

Langston Hughes II returns to Blues Alley to bring his annual holiday tradition back to Washington, D.C., for two evenings of soulful, swinging jazz.A Juilliard graduate, saxophonist, composer, and educator, Hughes has quickly emerged as one of the leading young voices in jazz today. His music draws deeply from the blues, gospel, a [...]

Langston Hughes II returns to Blues Alley to bring his annual holiday tradition back to Washington, D.C., for two evenings of soulful, swinging jazz.A Juilliard graduate, saxophonist, composer, and educator, Hughes has quickly emerged as one of the leading young voices in jazz today. His music draws deeply from the blues, gospel, a [...]

Benjie Porecki brings his soulful, feel-good take on the holidays to the legendary Blues Alley stage, reimagining timeless Christmas classics on piano and organ with his signature blend of jazz, funk, blues, soul, and beautiful balladry.Joined by Mark Prince on drums and Eliot Seppa on bass, Porecki breathes new life into familiar [...]

Benjie Porecki brings his soulful, feel-good take on the holidays to the legendary Blues Alley stage, reimagining timeless Christmas classics on piano and organ with his signature blend of jazz, funk, blues, soul, and beautiful balladry.Joined by Mark Prince on drums and Eliot Seppa on bass, Porecki breathes new life into familiar [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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" holiday concert has entertained thousands of families in the Northern VA, DC and Maryland region for decades. The musicians [...]

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" holiday concert has entertained thousands of families in the Northern VA, DC and Maryland region for decades. The musicians [...]

“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 [...]

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 bright.

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 bright.

“If you see Eng on the schedule, it’s a guarantee you’ll be entertained.” —Broadway World “Eng’s star wattage is undeniable.” —Chicago Sun-Times 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 “Winte [...]

“If you see Eng on the schedule, it’s a guarantee you’ll be entertained.” —Broadway World “Eng’s star wattage is undeniable.” —Chicago Sun-Times 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 “Winte [...]