"Celebrating the Music of Miles Davis and John Coltrane”Trumpeter Sean Jones and saxophonist Paul Carr — two of today’s most compelling voices in modern jazz — come together for a special tribute performance honoring the enduring legacy of Miles Davis and John Coltrane. Jones, celebrated for his powerful tone, emotional depth, and [...]

"Celebrating the Music of Miles Davis and John Coltrane”Trumpeter Sean Jones and saxophonist Paul Carr — two of today’s most compelling voices in modern jazz — come together for a special tribute performance honoring the enduring legacy of Miles Davis and John Coltrane. Jones, celebrated for his powerful tone, emotional depth, and [...]

Jazzy Blu Presents Two Voices One Soul: A Celebration of the Unforgettable Duets & Timeless melodies that have shaped Jazz and R&BJazzy Blu is one of the leading Neo-Soul bands in the Washington Metropolitan area. The band produces the melodic sounds of Smooth Jazz, Neo-Soul, and R&B, while blending the influences of Fu [...]

Jazzy Blu Presents Two Voices One Soul: A Celebration of the Unforgettable Duets & Timeless melodies that have shaped Jazz and R&BJazzy Blu is one of the leading Neo-Soul bands in the Washington Metropolitan area. The band produces the melodic sounds of Smooth Jazz, Neo-Soul, and R&B, while blending the influences of Fu [...]

“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-TimesFrom New York City, multifaceted jazz pianist, singer, composer, and actor Bryan Eng is quickly emerging as one of the most accomplished young entertainers of his generation. With per [...]

“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-TimesFrom New York City, multifaceted jazz pianist, singer, composer, and actor Bryan Eng is quickly emerging as one of the most accomplished young entertainers of his generation. With per [...]

Eric Felten and his 10-piece band play West Coast cool jazz and hot Big Band swing. Eric Felten is "a formidable trombonist" with a "voice smooth enough to merit Connick comparisons," writes JazzTimes. Critics have compared Eric's "singing to that of Michael Bublé or Harry Connick," notes Donald Clarke, author of The Penguin Encycl [...]

Eric Felten and his 10-piece band play West Coast cool jazz and hot Big Band swing.Eric Felten is "a formidable trombonist" with a "voice smooth enough to merit Connick comparisons," writes JazzTimes. Critics have compared Eric's "singing to that of Michael Bublé or Harry Connick," notes Donald Clarke, author of The Penguin Encyclo [...]

Playing Dabin Ryu’s trio repertoires from her latest album, Trio! Dabin Ryu, an award-winning jazz pianist and composer from Seoul, South Korea, is based in New York City. She holds a Bachelor of Music from Berklee College of Music, a Master of Music from the Manhattan School of Music, and an Artist Diploma from the Juilliard Schoo [...]

Playing Dabin Ryu’s trio repertoires from her latest album, Trio! Dabin Ryu, an award-winning jazz pianist and composer from Seoul, South Korea, is based in New York City. She holds a Bachelor of Music from Berklee College of Music, a Master of Music from the Manhattan School of Music, and an Artist Diploma from the Juilliard Schoo [...]

Pianist and composer Hayoung Lyou brings her trio to Blues Alley in July, presenting music from her critically acclaimed album "The Myth of Katabasis." A rising voice in New York's creative music scene, Lyou crafts compositions that bridge late Romantic and early 20th-century classical traditions with bebop forms and avant-garde se [...]

Pianist and composer Hayoung Lyou brings her trio to Blues Alley in July, presenting music from her critically acclaimed album "The Myth of Katabasis." A rising voice in New York's creative music scene, Lyou crafts compositions that bridge late Romantic and early 20th-century classical traditions with bebop forms and avant-garde se [...]

Jihee Heo is a New York–based jazz pianist and composer whose music bridges tradition with global influence. Rooted in the jazz lineage and shaped by her Korean heritage, her sound is both expressive and forward-looking. She has performed at leading venues including Smalls, Birdland, and Jazz at Lincoln Center, and continues to est [...]

Jihee Heo is a New York–based jazz pianist and composer whose music bridges tradition with global influence. Rooted in the jazz lineage and shaped by her Korean heritage, her sound is both expressive and forward-looking. She has performed at leading venues including Smalls, Birdland, and Jazz at Lincoln Center, and continues to est [...]

An unforgettable night of elegance, swing, and pure vocal magic unfolds as Jane Monheit — one of the most celebrated voices in jazz today — honors Great American Songbook icon Cole Porter with a long-awaited tribute.With her lush tone, emotional depth, and impeccable phrasing, Monheit brings new life to Porter’s timeless classics: [...]

An unforgettable night of elegance, swing, and pure vocal magic unfolds as Jane Monheit — one of the most celebrated voices in jazz today — honors Great American Songbook icon Cole Porter with a long-awaited tribute.With her lush tone, emotional depth, and impeccable phrasing, Monheit brings new life to Porter’s timeless classics: [...]

An unforgettable night of elegance, swing, and pure vocal magic unfolds as Jane Monheit — one of the most celebrated voices in jazz today — honors Great American Songbook icon Cole Porter with a long-awaited tribute.With her lush tone, emotional depth, and impeccable phrasing, Monheit brings new life to Porter’s timeless classics: [...]

An unforgettable night of elegance, swing, and pure vocal magic unfolds as Jane Monheit — one of the most celebrated voices in jazz today — honors Great American Songbook icon Cole Porter with a long-awaited tribute.With her lush tone, emotional depth, and impeccable phrasing, Monheit brings new life to Porter’s timeless classics: [...]

An unforgettable night of elegance, swing, and pure vocal magic unfolds as Jane Monheit — one of the most celebrated voices in jazz today — honors Great American Songbook icon Cole Porter with a long-awaited tribute.With her lush tone, emotional depth, and impeccable phrasing, Monheit brings new life to Porter’s timeless classics: [...]

An unforgettable night of elegance, swing, and pure vocal magic unfolds as Jane Monheit — one of the most celebrated voices in jazz today — honors Great American Songbook icon Cole Porter with a long-awaited tribute.With her lush tone, emotional depth, and impeccable phrasing, Monheit brings new life to Porter’s timeless classics: [...]

Minh Vo Trio Album Release, Cyrus Baygents on bass and Kevin Kearney on drums. Minh Vo is one of his generation’s leading pianists in the Maryland and Washington D.C. area. After turning 13 years old, his father introduced him to the local jazz scene and was nurtured and mentored by locals Michael Price, Eric Byrd, Allyn Johnson, a [...]

Minh Vo Trio Album Release, Cyrus Baygents on bass and Kevin Kearney on drums. Minh Vo is one of his generation’s leading pianists in the Maryland and Washington D.C. area. After turning 13 years old, his father introduced him to the local jazz scene and was nurtured and mentored by locals Michael Price, Eric Byrd, Allyn Johnson, a [...]

“Unusual Suspects Recording Release”Marshall KeysMarshall Keys is one of the most versatile saxophonists to ever come out of Washington, DC. He began his training in the DC Youth Orchestra Program and continued it in the Jazz Studies Program at Howard University. He cut his teeth playing in local bands before gaining his first prof [...]

“Unusual Suspects Recording Release”Marshall KeysMarshall Keys is one of the most versatile saxophonists to ever come out of Washington, DC. He began his training in the DC Youth Orchestra Program and continued it in the Jazz Studies Program at Howard University. He cut his teeth playing in local bands before gaining his first prof [...]

“Forget everything you think you know about jazz violin.” Chris brings jazz violin to Blues Alley like you’ve never heard it before, backed by a fearless quartet where anything can happen and everything is on the table. Pulling from swing, blues, funk, bebop, and beyond, the band throws in the whole kitchen sink: deep grooves, expl [...]

“Forget everything you think you know about jazz violin.” Chris brings jazz violin to Blues Alley like you’ve never heard it before, backed by a fearless quartet where anything can happen and everything is on the table. Pulling from swing, blues, funk, bebop, and beyond, the band throws in the whole kitchen sink: deep grooves, expl [...]

D.D. Jackson is a Juno and two-time Emmy-winning (5x Emmy-nominated) composer/producer/ jazz pianist who has recorded 14 albums of mostly original music as leader or co- leader (including two for the major label BMG). He has performed, recorded, and toured around the world with diverse artists such as saxophonist David Murray, drum [...]

D.D. Jackson is a Juno and two-time Emmy-winning (5x Emmy-nominated) composer/producer/ jazz pianist who has recorded 14 albums of mostly original music as leader or co- leader (including two for the major label BMG). He has performed, recorded, and toured around the world with diverse artists such as saxophonist David Murray, drum [...]

D.D. Jackson is a Juno and two-time Emmy-winning (5x Emmy-nominated) composer/producer/ jazz pianist who has recorded 14 albums of mostly original music as leader or co- leader (including two for the major label BMG). He has performed, recorded, and toured around the world with diverse artists such as saxophonist David Murray, drum [...]

D.D. Jackson is a Juno and two-time Emmy-winning (5x Emmy-nominated) composer/producer/ jazz pianist who has recorded 14 albums of mostly original music as leader or co- leader (including two for the major label BMG). He has performed, recorded, and toured around the world with diverse artists such as saxophonist David Murray, drum [...]

Pianist, composer, and writer Ethan Iverson was a founding member of The Bad Plus, a game-changing collective with Reid Anderson and David King. The New York Times called TBP “Better than anyone at melding the sensibilities of post-60’s jazz and indie rock.” During his 17-year tenure, TBP performed in venues as diverse as the Villa [...]

Pianist, composer, and writer Ethan Iverson was a founding member of The Bad Plus, a game-changing collective with Reid Anderson and David King. The New York Times called TBP “Better than anyone at melding the sensibilities of post-60’s jazz and indie rock.” During his 17-year tenure, TBP performed in venues as diverse as the Villa [...]

Pianist, composer, and writer Ethan Iverson was a founding member of The Bad Plus, a game-changing collective with Reid Anderson and David King. The New York Times called TBP “Better than anyone at melding the sensibilities of post-60’s jazz and indie rock.” During his 17-year tenure, TBP performed in venues as diverse as the Villa [...]

Pianist, composer, and writer Ethan Iverson was a founding member of The Bad Plus, a game-changing collective with Reid Anderson and David King. The New York Times called TBP “Better than anyone at melding the sensibilities of post-60’s jazz and indie rock.” During his 17-year tenure, TBP performed in venues as diverse as the Villa [...]

Kanita Washington’s “Recording Release Celebration” Dr. Kanita Washington is a dynamic singer, author, inspirational speaker, and playwright whose work is rooted in healing, empowerment, and unity. With a powerful voice and an even more compelling message, she has dedicated her life to inspiring individuals and communities to rise [...]

Kanita Washington’s “Recording Release Celebration” Dr. Kanita Washington is a dynamic singer, author, inspirational speaker, and playwright whose work is rooted in healing, empowerment, and unity. With a powerful voice and an even more compelling message, she has dedicated her life to inspiring individuals and communities to rise [...]

“Under The Covers” with Kia BennettFor one exclusive night, immerse yourself in the sultry, groovy soundscapes of Soul/R&B/Jazz classics of the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, seamlessly intertwined with select original compositions. With her signature warmth, sensuality, and vocal richness, Kia Bennett transforms familiar melodies into [...]

“Under The Covers” with Kia BennettFor one exclusive night, immerse yourself in the sultry, groovy soundscapes of Soul/R&B/Jazz classics of the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, seamlessly intertwined with select original compositions. With her signature warmth, sensuality, and vocal richness, Kia Bennett transforms familiar melodies into [...]

Monifa Carter, also known as Monifah, is an American R&B singer. She is best known for her association with the late rapper Heavy D and her music from the mid-1990s, including "I Miss You", "You" and "Touch It", which was released in 1998. She starred on TV One's reality show R&B Divas: Atlanta.

Monifa Carter, also known as Monifah, is an American R&B singer. She is best known for her association with the late rapper Heavy D and her music from the mid-1990s, including "I Miss You", "You" and "Touch It", which was released in 1998. She starred on TV One's reality show R&B Divas: Atlanta.

New York based sax player/vocalist and songwriter Paula Atherton has shared the stage with such contemporary jazz notables as The Rippingtons,  Nick Colionne,  Chuck Loeb, Cindy Bradley, Brian Simpson, Althea Renee, Four80East, David Sanborn, Bob James, Marc Antoine, Hiroshima, Gerald Albright and Chieli Minucci.  Paula has also wo [...]

New York based sax player/vocalist and songwriter Paula Atherton has shared the stage with such contemporary jazz notables as The Rippingtons,  Nick Colionne,  Chuck Loeb, Cindy Bradley, Brian Simpson, Althea Renee, Four80East, David Sanborn, Bob James, Marc Antoine, Hiroshima, Gerald Albright and Chieli Minucci.  Paula has also wo [...]

New York based sax player/vocalist and songwriter Paula Atherton has shared the stage with such contemporary jazz notables as The Rippingtons,  Nick Colionne,  Chuck Loeb, Cindy Bradley, Brian Simpson, Althea Renee, Four80East, David Sanborn, Bob James, Marc Antoine, Hiroshima, Gerald Albright and Chieli Minucci.  Paula has also wo [...]

New York based sax player/vocalist and songwriter Paula Atherton has shared the stage with such contemporary jazz notables as The Rippingtons,  Nick Colionne,  Chuck Loeb, Cindy Bradley, Brian Simpson, Althea Renee, Four80East, David Sanborn, Bob James, Marc Antoine, Hiroshima, Gerald Albright and Chieli Minucci.  Paula has also wo [...]

Kayla V. Waters-Medley, is a passionate pianist, composer, producer and curator of PuriKey Productions. Planted in her creative giftings, Kayla digs her feet deep into holy ground with Anew, a harmonious and plush artistic offering. With grandeur, this musically rich work illustrates the unearthing and unlocking of fresh terrains o [...]

Kayla V. Waters-Medley, is a passionate pianist, composer, producer and curator of PuriKey Productions. Planted in her creative giftings, Kayla digs her feet deep into holy ground with Anew, a harmonious and plush artistic offering. With grandeur, this musically rich work illustrates the unearthing and unlocking of fresh terrains o [...]

Kayla V. Waters-Medley, is a passionate pianist, composer, producer and curator of PuriKey Productions. Planted in her creative giftings, Kayla digs her feet deep into holy ground with Anew, a harmonious and plush artistic offering. With grandeur, this musically rich work illustrates the unearthing and unlocking of fresh terrains o [...]

Kayla V. Waters-Medley, is a passionate pianist, composer, producer and curator of PuriKey Productions. Planted in her creative giftings, Kayla digs her feet deep into holy ground with Anew, a harmonious and plush artistic offering. With grandeur, this musically rich work illustrates the unearthing and unlocking of fresh terrains o [...]

Jeff Weintraub is a D.C.-area jazz vocalist whose interpretations draw not only on the Great American Songbook but also expand conventional understandings of that term to include blues, pop and even American folk tunes from the distant and more recent past. His repertoire includes works ranging from masters such as Richard Rogers, [...]

Jeff Weintraub is a D.C.-area jazz vocalist whose interpretations draw not only on the Great American Songbook but also expand conventional understandings of that term to include blues, pop and even American folk tunes from the distant and more recent past. His repertoire includes works ranging from masters such as Richard Rogers, [...]

GET READY FOR AN EPIC NIGHT WITH VELVET GROOVETony Exum Jr. is an acclaimed contemporary jazz saxophonist, songwriter, and radio host known for his signature “Rhythm N Smooth” sound — a soulful blend of jazz, R&B, and funk. Originally from Colorado Springs, Colorado, Exum has built a national reputation through his energetic li [...]

GET READY FOR AN EPIC NIGHT WITH VELVET GROOVETony Exum Jr. is an acclaimed contemporary jazz saxophonist, songwriter, and radio host known for his signature “Rhythm N Smooth” sound — a soulful blend of jazz, R&B, and funk. Originally from Colorado Springs, Colorado, Exum has built a national reputation through his energetic li [...]

From a tender young age it was clear that Jason Marsalis had what it took to be great. Jason is the son of pianist and music educator Ellis Marsalis and his wife Dolores, and the youngest sibling of Wynton, Branford and Delfeayo.  Together, the four brothers and Ellis comprise New Orleans’s venerable first family of jazz, and [...]

From a tender young age it was clear that Jason Marsalis had what it took to be great. Jason is the son of pianist and music educator Ellis Marsalis and his wife Dolores, and the youngest sibling of Wynton, Branford and Delfeayo.  Together, the four brothers and Ellis comprise New Orleans’s venerable first family of jazz, and [...]

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 [...]