Seth Kibel -- clarinet, flute, saxophoneFlo Anito -- vocalsSean Lane -- pianoBob Abbott -- double bassWes Crawford -- drumsAn exploration of the music of celebrated Jewish songwriters, whose achievements would come to dominate that body of work known as the “Great American Songbook.”  Seth and the band will be swinging classic tune [...]

Seth Kibel -- clarinet, flute, saxophoneFlo Anito -- vocalsSean Lane -- pianoBob Abbott -- double bassWes Crawford -- drumsAn exploration of the music of celebrated Jewish songwriters, whose achievements would come to dominate that body of work known as the “Great American Songbook.”  Seth and the band will be swinging classic tune [...]

Saxophonist Owen Broder and his stellar quintet of DC all-stars present Hodges: Front and Center, a vibrant tribute to alto saxophone legend Johnny Hodges.While Hodges is most often celebrated through his association with Duke Ellington, Broder shifts the spotlight to “Rabbit” — the nickname Hodges earned early in his career — [...]

Saxophonist Owen Broder and his stellar quintet of DC all-stars present Hodges: Front and Center, a vibrant tribute to alto saxophone legend Johnny Hodges.While Hodges is most often celebrated through his association with Duke Ellington, Broder shifts the spotlight to “Rabbit” — the nickname Hodges earned early in his career — [...]

Grammy winner Luciana Souza is one of Jazz’s leading singers and interpreters. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Ms. Souza’s work transcends traditional boundaries around musical styles. Ms. Souza has performed and recorded with Herbie Hancock on his Grammy winning Album of the Year, River -The Joni Letters, and with Paul Simon, James Tay [...]

Grammy winner Luciana Souza is one of Jazz’s leading singers and interpreters. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Ms. Souza’s work transcends traditional boundaries around musical styles. Ms. Souza has performed and recorded with Herbie Hancock on his Grammy winning Album of the Year, River -The Joni Letters, and with Paul Simon, James Tay [...]

Grammy winner Luciana Souza is one of Jazz’s leading singers and interpreters. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Ms. Souza’s work transcends traditional boundaries around musical styles. Ms. Souza has performed and recorded with Herbie Hancock on his Grammy winning Album of the Year, River -The Joni Letters, and with Paul Simon, James Tay [...]

Grammy winner Luciana Souza is one of Jazz’s leading singers and interpreters. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Ms. Souza’s work transcends traditional boundaries around musical styles. Ms. Souza has performed and recorded with Herbie Hancock on his Grammy winning Album of the Year, River -The Joni Letters, and with Paul Simon, James Tay [...]

Grammy winner Luciana Souza is one of Jazz’s leading singers and interpreters. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Ms. Souza’s work transcends traditional boundaries around musical styles. Ms. Souza has performed and recorded with Herbie Hancock on his Grammy winning Album of the Year, River -The Joni Letters, and with Paul Simon, James Tay [...]

Grammy winner Luciana Souza is one of Jazz’s leading singers and interpreters. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Ms. Souza’s work transcends traditional boundaries around musical styles. Ms. Souza has performed and recorded with Herbie Hancock on his Grammy winning Album of the Year, River -The Joni Letters, and with Paul Simon, James Tay [...]

Avant premier of the new album Latitude Zero (Vol. 2), the artist's fourth studio album, featuring Bossa Nova, Bolero and Samba Jazz. Matheus Fonseca is a Brazilian artist known for his genre-blending approach, mixing bossa nova, bolero, reggae and jazz with global influences. A composer at heart, Matheus hails from Rio de Janeiro, [...]

Avant premier of the new album Latitude Zero (Vol. 2), the artist's fourth studio album, featuring Bossa Nova, Bolero and Samba Jazz.Matheus Fonseca is a Brazilian artist known for his genre-blending approach, mixing bossa nova, bolero, reggae and jazz with global influences. A composer at heart, Matheus hails from Rio de Janeiro, [...]

Avant premier of the new album Latitude Zero (Vol. 2), the artist's fourth studio album, featuring Bossa Nova, Bolero and Samba Jazz. Matheus Fonseca is a Brazilian artist known for his genre-blending approach, mixing bossa nova, bolero, reggae and jazz with global influences. A composer at heart, Matheus hails from Rio de Janeiro, [...]

Chuck Redd is well known internationally as a performer on drums and vibraphone. Chuck began recording and touring the globe when he joined the Charlie Byrd Trio at the age of 21. He also became a member of the Great Guitars (Barney Kessel, Byrd and Herb Ellis.) To his credit are 25 European tours and six tours of Japan, with the B [...]

Chuck Redd is well known internationally as a performer on drums and vibraphone. Chuck began recording and touring the globe when he joined the Charlie Byrd Trio at the age of 21. He also became a member of the Great Guitars (Barney Kessel, Byrd and Herb Ellis.) To his credit are 25 European tours and six tours of Japan, with the B [...]

Diego Figueiredo is a new star of the guitar world. He is only 39, and he has release 26 Cds, 3 DVDs, and he has playing in more than 60 contries around the world. He is winner of several important competitions like Montreux Jazz Competition, and some others. Diego is presenting now his concert “ From the Classi [...]

Diego Figueiredo is a new star of the guitar world. He is only 39, and he has release 26 Cds, 3 DVDs, and he has playing in more than 60 contries around the world. He is winner of several important competitions like Montreux Jazz Competition, and some others. Diego is presenting now his concert “ From the Classi [...]

Diego Figueiredo is a new star of the guitar world. He is only 39, and he has release 26 Cds, 3 DVDs, and he has playing in more than 60 contries around the world. He is winner of several important competitions like Montreux Jazz Competition, and some others. Diego is presenting now his concert “ From the Classi [...]

Duduka Da Fonseca Quartet plus Special Guest Maucha AdnetDuduka Da Fonseca-drumsMaucha Adnet-vocalsBilly Drewes-sax & fluteHelio Alves-pianoGili Lopes-bass"Samba Jazz" and Tribute to Antonio Carlos JobimBorn in Rio de Janeiro, Duduka Da Fonseca is a 4-time GRAMMY® Award Nominee Drummer. He has appeared on over 250 albums alongs [...]

Duduka Da Fonseca Quartet plusSpecial Guest Maucha Adnet.Duduka Da Fonseca-drumsMaucha Adnet-vocalsBilly Drewes-sax & fluteHelio Alves-pianoGili Lopes-bass  "Samba Jazz" and Tribute to Antonio Carlos Jobim Born in Rio de Janeiro, Duduka Da Fonseca is a 4-time GRAMMY® Award Nominee Drummer. He has appeared on over [...]

Duduka Da Fonseca Quartet plus Special Guest Maucha AdnetDuduka Da Fonseca-drumsMaucha Adnet-vocalsBilly Drewes-sax & fluteHelio Alves-pianoGili Lopes-bass"Samba Jazz" and Tribute to Antonio Carlos JobimBorn in Rio de Janeiro, Duduka Da Fonseca is a 4-time GRAMMY® Award Nominee Drummer. He has appeared on over 250 albums alongs [...]

Hamilton de Holanda is one of Brazil’s most celebrated musicians, a global ambassador for Brazilian music, and a master of improvisation. Picking up the mandolin at the age of five, he revolutionized the 10-string version of the instrument, blending Brazilian traditions like choro with jazz and other global influences.A f [...]

Hamilton de Holanda is one of Brazil’s most celebrated musicians, a global ambassador for Brazilian music, and a master of improvisation. Picking up the mandolin at the age of five, he revolutionized the 10-string version of the instrument, blending Brazilian traditions like choro with jazz and other global influences.A f [...]

In a span of two decades, 11 recordings and countless stage performances, vocalist René Marie has cemented her reputation as not only a singer but also a composer, arranger, theatrical performer and teacher. Guided and tempered by powerful life lessons and rooted in jazz traditions laid down by Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington and [...]

In a span of two decades, 11 recordings and countless stage performances, vocalist René Marie has cemented her reputation as not only a singer but also a composer, arranger, theatrical performer and teacher. Guided and tempered by powerful life lessons and rooted in jazz traditions laid down by Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington and [...]

In a span of two decades, 11 recordings and countless stage performances, vocalist René Marie has cemented her reputation as not only a singer but also a composer, arranger, theatrical performer and teacher. Guided and tempered by powerful life lessons and rooted in jazz traditions laid down by Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington and [...]

In a span of two decades, 11 recordings and countless stage performances, vocalist René Marie has cemented her reputation as not only a singer but also a composer, arranger, theatrical performer and teacher. Guided and tempered by powerful life lessons and rooted in jazz traditions laid down by Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington and [...]

Perkutao Afro-Peruvian Jazz, led by renowned percussionist Percy Chinchilla, draws inspiration from the rich folkloric traditions of Peru's afro-descendant communities. Comibing traditional Afro-Peruvian rhythms such as the festejo, the landó and the zamacueca with the harmonies and freedom of jazz, Perkutao propels Afro-Peruvian m [...]

Perkutao Afro-Peruvian Jazz, led by renowned percussionist Percy Chinchilla, draws inspiration from the rich folkloric traditions of Peru's afro-descendant communities. Comibing traditional Afro-Peruvian rhythms such as the festejo, the landó and the zamacueca with the harmonies and freedom of jazz, Perkutao propels Afro-Peruvian m [...]

Perkutao Afro-Peruvian Jazz, led by renowned percussionist Percy Chinchilla, draws inspiration from the rich folkloric traditions of Peru's afro-descendant communities. Comibing traditional Afro-Peruvian rhythms such as the festejo, the landó and the zamacueca with the harmonies and freedom of jazz, Perkutao propels Afro-Peruvian m [...]

Chilean singer and multi-instrumentalist Mauricio Miranda has a Master of Arts in Music Theory from the National Conservatory of the Universidad de Chile and was the winner of the prestigious FONDART price/scholarship. Over the last 10 years living in Washington DC, Mauricio has performed at several venues in the DMV, singing and p [...]

Chilean singer and multi-instrumentalist Mauricio Miranda has a Master of Arts in Music Theory from the National Conservatory of the Universidad de Chile and was the winner of the prestigious FONDART price/scholarship. Over the last 10 years living in Washington DC, Mauricio has performed at several venues in the DMV, singing and p [...]

Chilean singer and multi-instrumentalist Mauricio Miranda has a Master of Arts in Music Theory from the National Conservatory of the Universidad de Chile and was the winner of the prestigious FONDART price/scholarship. Over the last 10 years living in Washington DC, Mauricio has performed at several venues in the DMV, singing and p [...]

Nano Stern is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and songwriter with strong roots in the traditional songbook of South America. His music approaches folk, rock, jazz, trova, and experimental sounds from a contemporary perspective.His artistic language looks within subtle and simple worlds in search of a balance between poetry and m [...]

Nano Stern is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and songwriter with strong roots in the traditional songbook of South America. His music approaches folk, rock, jazz, trova, and experimental sounds from a contemporary perspective. His artistic language looks within subtle and simple worlds in search of a balance between poetry [...]

Nano Stern is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and songwriter with strong roots in the traditional songbook of South America. His music approaches folk, rock, jazz, trova, and experimental sounds from a contemporary perspective.His artistic language looks within subtle and simple worlds in search of a balance between poetry and m [...]

GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist and composer Melissa Aldana has garnered international recognition for her visionary work as a band leader, as well as her deeply meditative interpretation of language and vocabulary. She was recently signed with Blue Note Records and releases her debut album with the historic label titled 12 Stars in M [...]

GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist and composer Melissa Aldana has garnered international recognition for her visionary work as a band leader, as well as her deeply meditative interpretation of language and vocabulary. She was recently signed with Blue Note Records and releases her debut album with the historic label titled 12 Stars in M [...]

GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist and composer Melissa Aldana has garnered international recognition for her visionary work as a band leader, as well as her deeply meditative interpretation of language and vocabulary. She was recently signed with Blue Note Records and releases her debut album with the historic label titled 12 Stars in M [...]

GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist and composer Melissa Aldana has garnered international recognition for her visionary work as a band leader, as well as her deeply meditative interpretation of language and vocabulary. She was recently signed with Blue Note Records and releases her debut album with the historic label titled 12 Stars in M [...]

GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist and composer Melissa Aldana has garnered international recognition for her visionary work as a band leader, as well as her deeply meditative interpretation of language and vocabulary. She was recently signed with Blue Note Records and releases her debut album with the historic label titled 12 Stars in M [...]

GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist and composer Melissa Aldana has garnered international recognition for her visionary work as a band leader, as well as her deeply meditative interpretation of language and vocabulary. She was recently signed with Blue Note Records and releases her debut album with the historic label titled 12 Stars in M [...]

Chilean Jazz Vocalist Claudia Acuña Is Back, Like You’ve Never Heard Her BeforeMore than a long -awaited new album, Claudia Acuña’s Turning Pages is an exquisite reintroduction to a singer who has thrived at the cusp of jazz and Latin American music. The project captures an artist in the process of  reinventing herse [...]

Chilean Jazz Vocalist Claudia Acuña Is Back, Like You’ve Never Heard Her BeforeMore than a long -awaited new album, Claudia Acuña’s Turning Pages is an exquisite reintroduction to a singer who has thrived at the cusp of jazz and Latin American music. The project captures an artist in the process of  reinventing herse [...]

Chilean Jazz Vocalist Claudia Acuña Is Back, Like You’ve Never Heard Her BeforeMore than a long -awaited new album, Claudia Acuña’s Turning Pages is an exquisite reintroduction to a singer who has thrived at the cusp of jazz and Latin American music. The project captures an artist in the process of  reinventing herse [...]

Since 2019, the Michael Sarian Quartet has been active and making its mark in the bustling New York City jazz scene, in addition to touring and performing at clubs and festivals across the US, Canada, and South America. With trumpeter and composer Sarian at the helm, the group performs original music inspired by greats such as Kenn [...]

Since 2019, the Michael Sarian Quartet has been active and making its mark in the bustling New York City jazz scene, in addition to touring and performing at clubs and festivals across the US, Canada, and South America. With trumpeter and composer Sarian at the helm, the group performs original music inspired by greats such as Kenn [...]

Since 2019, the Michael Sarian Quartet has been active and making its mark in the bustling New York City jazz scene, in addition to touring and performing at clubs and festivals across the US, Canada, and South America. With trumpeter and composer Sarian at the helm, the group performs original music inspired by greats such as Kenn [...]

QuinTango, 2 violins, bass, piano, bandoneon and voice, presents an evening of tango like you’ve never imagined: classical chops, jazz harmonies, and intimate stories wrapped in toe-tapping and sensuous rhythms. Tango nuevo by Piazzolla, tango poesia by bandmember Emmanuel Trifilio (inventor of the genre!), and tango fusion by voca [...]

QuinTango, 2 violins, bass, piano, bandoneon and voice, presents an evening of tango like you’ve never imagined: classical chops, jazz harmonies, and intimate stories wrapped in toe-tapping and sensuous rhythms. Tango nuevo by Piazzolla, tango poesia by bandmember Emmanuel Trifilio (inventor of the genre!), and tango fusion by voca [...]

QuinTango, 2 violins, bass, piano, bandoneon and voice, presents an evening of tango like you’ve never imagined: classical chops, jazz harmonies, and intimate stories wrapped in toe-tapping and sensuous rhythms. Tango nuevo by Piazzolla, tango poesia by bandmember Emmanuel Trifilio (inventor of the genre!), and tango fusion by voca [...]

Juan Megna explores the intersection of traditional Argentine music and contemporary jazz. Blending rich folkloric rhythms such as chacarera, zamba, and candombe with improvisation and modern harmonies, this series highlights the vibrant musical landscape of Argentina through original compositions and innovative arrangements. Featu [...]

Juan Megna explores the intersection of traditional Argentine music and contemporary jazz. Blending rich folkloric rhythms such as chacarera, zamba, and candombe with improvisation and modern harmonies, this series highlights the vibrant musical landscape of Argentina through original compositions and innovative arrangements. Featu [...]

Juan Megna explores the intersection of traditional Argentine music and contemporary jazz. Blending rich folkloric rhythms such as chacarera, zamba, and candombe with improvisation and modern harmonies, this series highlights the vibrant musical landscape of Argentina through original compositions and innovative arrangements. Featu [...]

Renowned guitarist Dani Cortaza, whose music reflects his Argentinian and Paraguayan heritage, returns to Blues Alley with his ensemble for this year’s Argentinian Jazz series, joined by a very special guest: rising star vocalist and guitarist Marcelo Dellamea, visiting from Argentina.Together, they’ll present an unforgettable even [...]

Renowned guitarist Dani Cortaza, whose music reflects his Argentinian and Paraguayan heritage, returns to Blues Alley with his ensemble for this year’s Argentinian Jazz series, joined by a very special guest: rising star vocalist and guitarist Marcelo Dellamea, visiting from Argentina.Together, they’ll present an unforgettable even [...]

Renowned guitarist Dani Cortaza, whose music reflects his Argentinian and Paraguayan heritage, returns to Blues Alley with his ensemble for this year’s Argentinian Jazz series, joined by a very special guest: rising star vocalist and guitarist Marcelo Dellamea, visiting from Argentina.Together, they’ll present an unforgettable even [...]

Tango Jazz master bassist Pablo Aslan with his new Argentine quartet play standard tango and original compositions. Argentine-born musician and producer Pablo Aslan (@avantango) is recognized internationally as one of the leading figures in contemporary tango. He performs as leader of his own ensembles and with a variety of artists [...]

Tango Jazz master bassist Pablo Aslan with his new Argentine quartet play standard tango and original compositions. Argentine-born musician and producer Pablo Aslan (@avantango) is recognized internationally as one of the leading figures in contemporary tango. He performs as leader of his own ensembles and with a variety of artists [...]

Tango Jazz master bassist Pablo Aslan with his new Argentine quartet play standard tango and original compositions. Argentine-born musician and producer Pablo Aslan (@avantango) is recognized internationally as one of the leading figures in contemporary tango. He performs as leader of his own ensembles and with a variety of artists [...]

Mike Stern Band featuring: Dennis Chambers, Gary Grainger, Bob Franceschini, and Leni SternTo a generation of contemporary jazz guitar aficionados, Mike Stern is regarded as one of the true guitar greats of his generation. A player of remarkable facility whose searing lines are informed mainly by bebop and the blues while also carr [...]

Mike Stern Band featuring: Dennis Chambers, Gary Grainger, Bob Franceschini, and Leni SternTo a generation of contemporary jazz guitar aficionados, Mike Stern is regarded as one of the true guitar greats of his generation. A player of remarkable facility whose searing lines are informed mainly by bebop and the blues while also carr [...]

Mike Stern Band featuring: Dennis Chambers, Gary Grainger, Bob Franceschini, and Leni SternTo a generation of contemporary jazz guitar aficionados, Mike Stern is regarded as one of the true guitar greats of his generation. A player of remarkable facility whose searing lines are informed mainly by bebop and the blues while also carr [...]

Mike Stern Band featuring: Dennis Chambers, Gary Grainger, Bob Franceschini, and Leni SternTo a generation of contemporary jazz guitar aficionados, Mike Stern is regarded as one of the true guitar greats of his generation. A player of remarkable facility whose searing lines are informed mainly by bebop and the blues while also carr [...]

Join genre-bending guitarist and composer Parker Speirs for an evening of reimagined classics and boundary-pushing originals. Drawing on the rich catalogs of artists like Paul Simon, Stevie Wonder, and The Beatles, Parker breathes new life into beloved songs through inventive arrangements that blend jazz, rock, and contemporary inf [...]

Join genre-bending guitarist and composer Parker Speirs for an evening of reimagined classics and boundary-pushing originals. Drawing on the rich catalogs of artists like Paul Simon, Stevie Wonder, and The Beatles, Parker breathes new life into beloved songs through inventive arrangements that blend jazz, rock, and contemporary inf [...]

Guitarist Shawn Purcell’s latest Origin Records release, Oblivity, is a bold exploration of modern straight-ahead jazz, blending elements of bebop, hard-bop, post-bop, ECM, Brazilian, Afro-Cuban, and fusion. Featuring an eclectic set of all-original compositions, the album draws inspiration from iconic artists including Antonio Car [...]

Guitarist Shawn Purcell’s latest Origin Records release, Oblivity, is a bold exploration of modern straight-ahead jazz, blending elements of bebop, hard-bop, post-bop, ECM, Brazilian, Afro-Cuban, and fusion. Featuring an eclectic set of all-original compositions, the album draws inspiration from iconic artists including Antonio Car [...]