"A NIGHT OF DRUMS" is an explosive show featuring some of the best drummers in the country. Jay started playing drums at the tender age of 3 alongside his dad the late Judge Williams, Sr. who was a phenomenal organist in the Washington D.C. area. Playing in Church helped cultivate his sense of music and love for the drums.  It [...]

"A NIGHT OF DRUMS" is an explosive show featuring some of the best drummers in the country. Jay started playing drums at the tender age of 3 alongside his dad the late Judge Williams, Sr. who was a phenomenal organist in the Washington D.C. area. Playing in Church helped cultivate his sense of music and love for the drums.  It [...]

Meadows was born in West Virginia and grew up in Stamford, Connecticut. He began playing the clarinet and studying classical music at the age of nine. He started playing tenor sax in high school, and then migrated to soprano sax.His passion for various types of music led him down an eclectic musical path. He was intrigued by the st [...]

Meadows was born in West Virginia and grew up in Stamford, Connecticut. He began playing the clarinet and studying classical music at the age of nine. He started playing tenor sax in high school, and then migrated to soprano sax.His passion for various types of music led him down an eclectic musical path. He was intrigued by the st [...]

Meadows was born in West Virginia and grew up in Stamford, Connecticut. He began playing the clarinet and studying classical music at the age of nine. He started playing tenor sax in high school, and then migrated to soprano sax.His passion for various types of music led him down an eclectic musical path. He was intrigued by the st [...]

Meadows was born in West Virginia and grew up in Stamford, Connecticut. He began playing the clarinet and studying classical music at the age of nine. He started playing tenor sax in high school, and then migrated to soprano sax.His passion for various types of music led him down an eclectic musical path. He was intrigued by the st [...]

Recording Release - “Rhythm Melody and Harmony”Chestnut’s playing, deeply rooted in gospel and blues, infuses each performance with profound emotional depth. As The New York Times notes, his “crisp articulation and blues-inflected harmony evoke another era… multifaceted and dynamic,” seamlessly blending tradition with fresh innovat [...]

Recording Release - “Rhythm Melody and Harmony”Chestnut’s playing, deeply rooted in gospel and blues, infuses each performance with profound emotional depth. As The New York Times notes, his “crisp articulation and blues-inflected harmony evoke another era… multifaceted and dynamic,” seamlessly blending tradition with fresh innovat [...]

Recording Release - “Rhythm Melody and Harmony”Chestnut’s playing, deeply rooted in gospel and blues, infuses each performance with profound emotional depth. As The New York Times notes, his “crisp articulation and blues-inflected harmony evoke another era… multifaceted and dynamic,” seamlessly blending tradition with fresh innovat [...]

Experience the captivating and charismatic vocal stylings of award-winning soul and jazz singer-songwriter Kemi Adegoroye. With versatile vocals that range from dulcet to thundering, Kemi's voice has been likened to those of Aretha Franklin, Sarah Vaughan, and Roberta Flack. Join us for an evening of magical musical moments, filled [...]

Experience the captivating and charismatic vocal stylings of award-winning soul and jazz singer-songwriter Kemi Adegoroye. With versatile vocals that range from dulcet to thundering, Kemi's voice has been likened to those of Aretha Franklin, Sarah Vaughan, and Roberta Flack. Join us for an evening of magical musical moments, filled [...]

An Evening of Sax & Soul: Celebrating Felece Tillman’s Birthday with Special Guest Dr. Steven Garrison: Join acclaimed Soul-Jazz vocalist Felece Tillman for a captivating evening of music in celebration of her birthday. Felece blends the best of classic and smooth jazz, timeless soul favorites, and her original music. Known for [...]

An Evening of Sax & Soul: Celebrating Felece Tillman’s Birthday with Special Guest Dr. Steven Garrison: Join acclaimed Soul-Jazz vocalist Felece Tillman for a captivating evening of music in celebration of her birthday. Felece blends the best of classic and smooth jazz, timeless soul favorites, and her original music. Known for [...]

"A NIGHT OF R&B " is an explosive show featuring two of the most talented vocalist in the country singing classic hits from several iconic “DIVA'S”Elyscia Jefferson Those are the three words that best describe new artist Elyscia. Although the contemporary urban artist is brand new to the music business, she is no stranger [...]

"A NIGHT OF R&B " is an explosive show featuring two of the most talented vocalist in the country singing classic hits from several iconic “DIVA'S”Elyscia Jefferson Those are the three words that best describe new artist Elyscia. Although the contemporary urban artist is brand new to the music business, she is no stranger [...]

DC-based vocalist and songwriter Cecily, (pronounced ses-suh-lee), is known for her agile soprano and honest lyrics. Her sound, as soothing as it is rich, is rooted in a deep appreciation for mid-century soul and jazz, 90’s R&B, and re-imagined folk music. Her debut album Songs of Love and Freedom garnered her a 2019 Wammi [...]

DC-based vocalist and songwriter Cecily, (pronounced ses-suh-lee), is known for her agile soprano and honest lyrics. Her sound, as soothing as it is rich, is rooted in a deep appreciation for mid-century soul and jazz, 90’s R&B, and re-imagined folk music. Her debut album Songs of Love and Freedom garnered her a 2019 Wammi [...]

International Recording Artist Hazel Mitchell-Bell is a Washington, DC Native. She is one of Washington, DC's first ladies of jazz. Following her highly praised 2018 recording, Stronger Than Ever, she released Sack Full of Dreams in May 2021. She appears on festivals, concerts and club stages, enjoying one sellout sh [...]

International Recording Artist Hazel Mitchell-Bell is a Washington, DC Native. She is one of Washington, DC's first ladies of jazz. Following her highly praised 2018 recording, Stronger Than Ever, she released Sack Full of Dreams in May 2021. She appears on festivals, concerts and club stages, enjoying one sellout sh [...]

Echoes of the Eighties: The Diva Edition International recording soul artist Deborah returns for her 2nd installment of her curated series “Echoes of the Eighties” presenting her favorite songs of the decade from her favorite female artists. After 2 sold out shows from her debut installment Deborah and her band plan to take Blues A [...]

Echoes of the Eighties: The Diva Edition International recording soul artist Deborah returns for her 2nd installment of her curated series “Echoes of the Eighties” presenting her favorite songs of the decade from her favorite female artists. After 2 sold out shows from her debut installment Deborah and her band plan to take Blues A [...]

Gospel Music, Inspirational and a Little Funk Phillip Carter is a Stellar Award-winning gospel artist, composer, educator, and digital ministry leader whose work has made a profound impact on worship music and virtual ministry. As the founder of Hymns With Phillip Carter, he leads a vibrant online community dedicated to the preserv [...]

Gospel Music, Inspirational and a Little FunkPhillip Carter is a Stellar Award-winning gospel artist, composer, educator, and digital ministry leader whose work has made a profound impact on worship music and virtual ministry. As the founder of Hymns With Phillip Carter, he leads a vibrant online community dedicated to the preserva [...]

2025 Winner of the Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Vocal CompetitionThe evening will feature selections from the "Ella Fitzgerald Songbook" Clara Campbell is an accomplished jazz vocalist based in Washington, D.C., originally from Bountiful, Utah. She earned a Bachelor of Music in Commercial Music from Snow College’s Horne School of Musi [...]

2025 Winner of the Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Vocal CompetitionThe evening will feature selections from the "Ella Fitzgerald Songbook" Clara Campbell is an accomplished jazz vocalist based in Washington, D.C., originally from Bountiful, Utah. She earned a Bachelor of Music in Commercial Music from Snow College’s Horne School of Musi [...]

Cd release of ATTUNEMENTVocalist composer Heidi Martin received the 2024 Berger-Carter Berger Fellowship from Rutgers Dana Library Jazz Studies Dept., for her research on the Abbey Lincoln Estate.“Abbey’s philosophy has provided a path for me to balance my anxiety, while maintaining; personal truth-seeking within this world of stru [...]

Cd release of ATTUNEMENTVocalist composer Heidi Martin received the 2024 Berger-Carter Berger Fellowship from Rutgers Dana Library Jazz Studies Dept., for her research on the Abbey Lincoln Estate.“Abbey’s philosophy has provided a path for me to balance my anxiety, while maintaining; personal truth-seeking within this world of stru [...]

Groove Mosaic is a vibrant, soul-stirring journey through the many sounds of Alison Crockett’s dynamic career, celebrating groove in all its forms. From straight-ahead jazz to hip-hop, house to neo soul, Crockett weaves together the rhythms of Black American music into a powerful, uplifting tapestry. Each song is a sound postcard y [...]

Groove Mosaic is a vibrant, soul-stirring journey through the many sounds of Alison Crockett’s dynamic career, celebrating groove in all its forms. From straight-ahead jazz to hip-hop, house to neo soul, Crockett weaves together the rhythms of Black American music into a powerful, uplifting tapestry. Each song is a sound postcard y [...]

Melba Moore, the Tony Award-winning, Grammy Award nominated siren, has commanded stages around the world and who has conquered Broadway in memorable roles in HAIR (1967), becoming the first black woman to replace a white woman in a lead role on Broadway when she replaced Diane Keaton, PURLIE (1970) becoming the first black actress [...]

Melba Moore, the Tony Award-winning, Grammy Award nominated siren, has commanded stages around the world and who has conquered Broadway in memorable roles in HAIR (1967), becoming the first black woman to replace a white woman in a lead role on Broadway when she replaced Diane Keaton, PURLIE (1970) becoming the first black actress [...]

Melba Moore, the Tony Award-winning, Grammy Award nominated siren, has commanded stages around the world and who has conquered Broadway in memorable roles in HAIR (1967), becoming the first black woman to replace a white woman in a lead role on Broadway when she replaced Diane Keaton, PURLIE (1970) becoming the first black actress [...]

Melba Moore, the Tony Award-winning, Grammy Award nominated siren, has commanded stages around the world and who has conquered Broadway in memorable roles in HAIR (1967), becoming the first black woman to replace a white woman in a lead role on Broadway when she replaced Diane Keaton, PURLIE (1970) becoming the first black actress [...]

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 [...]

Join acclaimed jazz vibraphonist Brandon Mitchell for an unforgettable evening of rhythm and grooves as he performs selections from his latest album, On Brand. Backed by his dynamic quartet, Mitchell brings a fresh, modern edge to classic jazz vibes. Don’t miss this chance to experience one of jazz’s rising voices live in concert.  [...]

Join acclaimed jazz vibraphonist Brandon Mitchell for an unforgettable evening of rhythm and grooves as he performs selections from his latest album, On Brand. Backed by his dynamic quartet, Mitchell brings a fresh, modern edge to classic jazz vibes. Don’t miss this chance to experience one of jazz’s rising voices live in concert.  [...]

Saxophonist Lil' Maceo brings his "Evolution" album release tour to the nation's capital, delivering a high-energy show at the iconic Blues Alley. Experience the funky, boundary-pushing sound that's been turning heads across the country. Mr. Funky Sax". This name aptly describes the musical old-school funky, foot-stomping musi [...]

Saxophonist Lil' Maceo brings his "Evolution" album release tour to the nation's capital, delivering a high-energy show at the iconic Blues Alley. Experience the funky, boundary-pushing sound that's been turning heads across the country. Mr. Funky Sax". This name aptly describes the musical old-school funky, foot-stomping musi [...]

"A NIGHT OF VOCALS" is an explosive show featuring the soulful sounds of Joi Carter straight outta Baltimore, Joi Carter is a vocal powerhouse redefining what it means to captivate an audience. You've seen her light up the screen on OWN's "Ready to Love" and "Love & Marriage: DC," but that's just the tip of the iceberg. Jo [...]

"A NIGHT OF VOCALS" is an explosive show featuring the soulful sounds of Joi Carter straight outta Baltimore, Joi Carter is a vocal powerhouse redefining what it means to captivate an audience. You've seen her light up the screen on OWN's "Ready to Love" and "Love & Marriage: DC," but that's just the tip of the iceberg. Jo [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]