“Mike LeDonne is one of the most talented pianists of this particular era. – He’s incredible.” - Oscar PetersonMike LeDonne, organRalph Moore, tenor saxophoneDave Stryker, guitarKenny Washington, drumsThis All-Star Quartet has earned renown as a one of the most exciting organ combos on the scene. Equally formidable on the piano and [...]

“Mike LeDonne is one of the most talented pianists of this particular era. – He’s incredible.” - Oscar PetersonMike LeDonne, organRalph Moore, tenor saxophoneDave Stryker, guitarKenny Washington, drumsThis All-Star Quartet has earned renown as a one of the most exciting organ combos on the scene. Equally formidable on the piano and [...]

“Mike LeDonne is one of the most talented pianists of this particular era. – He’s incredible.” - Oscar PetersonMike LeDonne, organRalph Moore, tenor saxophoneDave Stryker, guitarKenny Washington, drumsThis All-Star Quartet has earned renown as a one of the most exciting organ combos on the scene. Equally formidable on the piano and [...]

“Mike LeDonne is one of the most talented pianists of this particular era. – He’s incredible.” - Oscar PetersonMike LeDonne, organRalph Moore, tenor saxophoneDave Stryker, guitarKenny Washington, drumsThis All-Star Quartet has earned renown as a one of the most exciting organ combos on the scene. Equally formidable on the piano and [...]

“Mike LeDonne is one of the most talented pianists of this particular era. – He’s incredible.” - Oscar PetersonMike LeDonne, organRalph Moore, tenor saxophoneDave Stryker, guitarKenny Washington, drumsThis All-Star Quartet has earned renown as a one of the most exciting organ combos on the scene. Equally formidable on the piano and [...]

“Mike LeDonne is one of the most talented pianists of this particular era. – He’s incredible.” - Oscar PetersonMike LeDonne, organRalph Moore, tenor saxophoneDave Stryker, guitarKenny Washington, drumsThis All-Star Quartet has earned renown as a one of the most exciting organ combos on the scene. Equally formidable on the piano and [...]

“Mike LeDonne is one of the most talented pianists of this particular era. – He’s incredible.” - Oscar PetersonMike LeDonne, organRalph Moore, tenor saxophoneDave Stryker, guitarKenny Washington, drumsThis All-Star Quartet has earned renown as a one of the most exciting organ combos on the scene. Equally formidable on the piano and [...]

“Mike LeDonne is one of the most talented pianists of this particular era. – He’s incredible.” - Oscar PetersonMike LeDonne, organRalph Moore, tenor saxophoneDave Stryker, guitarKenny Washington, drumsThis All-Star Quartet has earned renown as a one of the most exciting organ combos on the scene. Equally formidable on the piano and [...]

Obasi Akoto and prominent members of the Greater Baltimore & Washington, D.C. Jazz Community will lead us in world-class performances almost every Tuesday, 7-10pm. Surround yourself with great company, soul lifting music, and wonderful food! Click HERE to read our Bright Moments Jam Session Newsletter, written by Obasi Ako [...]

Seth Kibel, clarinet, flute & saxophoneFlo Anito, vocalsSean Lane, pianoBob Abbott, double bassJoey Antico, 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 b [...]

Seth Kibel, clarinet, flute & saxophoneFlo Anito, vocalsSean Lane, pianoBob Abbott, double bassJoey Antico, 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 b [...]

“The Uptown Jazz Orchestra fills every inch of the room with a joyous noise.” – Michael Elliott, PopMattersDelfeayo Marsalis, tromboneTerrance Taplin, tromboneMark Williams, tromboneJohn Gray, trumpetAndrew Baham, trumpetJohn Michael Bradford, trumpetScott Johnson, saxophoneShaena Ryan Martin, saxophoneAmari Ansari, saxop [...]

“The Uptown Jazz Orchestra fills every inch of the room with a joyous noise.” – Michael Elliott, PopMattersDelfeayo Marsalis, tromboneTerrance Taplin, tromboneMark Williams, tromboneJohn Gray, trumpetAndrew Baham, trumpetJohn Michael Bradford, trumpetScott Johnson, saxophoneShaena Ryan Martin, saxophoneAmari Ansari, saxop [...]

“The Uptown Jazz Orchestra fills every inch of the room with a joyous noise.” – Michael Elliott, PopMattersDelfeayo Marsalis, tromboneTerrance Taplin, tromboneMark Williams, tromboneJohn Gray, trumpetAndrew Baham, trumpetJohn Michael Bradford, trumpetScott Johnson, saxophoneShaena Ryan Martin, saxophoneAmari Ansari, saxop [...]

“The Uptown Jazz Orchestra fills every inch of the room with a joyous noise.” – Michael Elliott, PopMattersDelfeayo Marsalis, tromboneTerrance Taplin, tromboneMark Williams, tromboneJohn Gray, trumpetAndrew Baham, trumpetJohn Michael Bradford, trumpetScott Johnson, saxophoneShaena Ryan Martin, saxophoneAmari Ansari, saxop [...]

“The Uptown Jazz Orchestra fills every inch of the room with a joyous noise.” – Michael Elliott, PopMattersDelfeayo Marsalis, tromboneTerrance Taplin, tromboneMark Williams, tromboneJohn Gray, trumpetAndrew Baham, trumpetJohn Michael Bradford, trumpetScott Johnson, saxophoneShaena Ryan Martin, saxophoneAmari Ansari, saxop [...]

“The Uptown Jazz Orchestra fills every inch of the room with a joyous noise.” – Michael Elliott, PopMattersDelfeayo Marsalis, tromboneTerrance Taplin, tromboneMark Williams, tromboneJohn Gray, trumpetAndrew Baham, trumpetJohn Michael Bradford, trumpetScott Johnson, saxophoneShaena Ryan Martin, saxophoneAmari Ansari, saxop [...]

Sean Jones, trumpetTim Green, saxophoneAllyn Johnson, pianoTerry Brewer, organWilliam Ledbetter, bassCV Dashiell, drumsMusic and spirituality have always been intertwined in the artistic vision of trumpeter, bandleader, composer, educator, and activist Sean Jones. He has performed at and/or with Jazz at Lincoln Center Orc [...]

Sean Jones, trumpetTim Green, saxophoneAllyn Johnson, pianoTerry Brewer, organWilliam Ledbetter, bassCV Dashiell, drumsMusic and spirituality have always been intertwined in the artistic vision of trumpeter, bandleader, composer, educator, and activist Sean Jones. He has performed at and/or with Jazz at Lincoln Center Orc [...]

Sean Jones, trumpetTim Green, saxophoneAllyn Johnson, pianoTerry Brewer, organWilliam Ledbetter, bassCV Dashiell, drumsMusic and spirituality have always been intertwined in the artistic vision of trumpeter, bandleader, composer, educator, and activist Sean Jones. He has performed at and/or with Jazz at Lincoln Center Orc [...]

Obasi Akoto and prominent members of the Greater Baltimore & Washington, D.C. Jazz Community will lead us in world-class performances almost every Tuesday, 7-10pm. Surround yourself with great company, soul lifting music, and wonderful food! Click HERE to read our Bright Moments Jam Session Newsletter, written by Obasi Ako [...]

“...[Made With Love is] some of the most explosive jazz-funk around, combining hard bop, hip-hop, rock, and go-go into a high-energy swirl that aims to get you up out of your seat and keep you there…. Get up with it, as Miles Davis would say.” – Philip Freeman, StereogumLafayette Gilchrist, piano/keyboardCharlie Wilson, drumsA [...]

“...[Made With Love is] some of the most explosive jazz-funk around, combining hard bop, hip-hop, rock, and go-go into a high-energy swirl that aims to get you up out of your seat and keep you there…. Get up with it, as Miles Davis would say.” – Philip Freeman, StereogumLafayette Gilchrist, piano/keyboardCharlie Wilson, drumsA [...]

Raydio came out of the box red hot, and continued a chart run for several decades with melodic songs and lush vocals to match. Formed by guitarist supreme Ray Parker Jr, the original band included Jerry Knight, Vincent Bonham and Arnell Carmichael, and scored 4 Gold Albums during the 70s and 80s, with 20 singles that ranked high in [...]

Raydio came out of the box red hot, and continued a chart run for several decades with melodic songs and lush vocals to match. Formed by guitarist supreme Ray Parker Jr, the original band included Jerry Knight, Vincent Bonham and Arnell Carmichael, and scored 4 Gold Albums during the 70s and 80s, with 20 singles that ranked hi [...]

Raydio came out of the box red hot, and continued a chart run for several decades with melodic songs and lush vocals to match. Formed by guitarist supreme Ray Parker Jr, the original band included Jerry Knight, Vincent Bonham and Arnell Carmichael, and scored 4 Gold Albums during the 70s and 80s, with 20 singles that ranked high in [...]

Young superstars, Ebban & Ephraim Dorsey celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in this multi-generational concert, as they perform classics and anthems including “Lift Every Voice & Sing!”Ebban Dorsey, 21-year-old alto saxophonist, composer, and bandleader, is from Baltimore, Maryland and has stu [...]

Young superstars, Ebban & Ephraim Dorsey celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in this multi-generational concert, as they perform classics and anthems including “Lift Every Voice & Sing!”Ebban Dorsey, 21-year-old alto saxophonist, composer, and bandleader, is from Baltimore, Maryland and has stu [...]

Young superstars, Ebban & Ephraim Dorsey celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in this multi-generational concert, as they perform classics and anthems including “Lift Every Voice & Sing!”Ebban Dorsey, 21-year-old alto saxophonist, composer, and bandleader, is from Baltimore, Maryland and has stu [...]

Just Fine – The Ultimate Mary J. Blige Tribute Band takes you back to your favorite days and times in the go-gos, celebrating the music of multi-award winner Mary J. Blige!This 7 piece band’s groove and sound provides you with amazing throwback memories, as well as the more recent feel good vibes, from this musical icon. Led b [...]

Just Fine – The Ultimate Mary J. Blige Tribute Band takes you back to your favorite days and times in the go-gos, celebrating the music of multi-award winner Mary J. Blige!This 7 piece band’s groove and sound provides you with amazing throwback memories, as well as the more recent feel good vibes, from this musical icon. Led b [...]

After 30 years, Grammy Nominated Recording Producer and Gospel/R&B Artist Glenn Jones is still one of the most sought after live performers in the music industry today with many chart topping hits, including his signature songs, Jones voice penetrates the soul thru music and lyrics. Once you’ve heard “Here I Go Again”, “We've O [...]

After 30 years, Grammy Nominated Recording Producer and Gospel/R&B Artist Glenn Jones is still one of the most sought after live performers in the music industry today with many chart topping hits, including his signature songs, Jones voice penetrates the soul thru music and lyrics. Once you’ve heard “Here I Go Again”, “We've O [...]

After 30 years, Grammy Nominated Recording Producer and Gospel/R&B Artist Glenn Jones is still one of the most sought after live performers in the music industry today with many chart topping hits, including his signature songs, Jones voice penetrates the soul thru music and lyrics. Once you’ve heard “Here I Go Again”, “We've O [...]

Painted in the broadest of strokes, the stories of Alfredo Rodriguez and Pedrito Martinez may seem similar: both started life in Havana, discovered their gifts and passions for music and headed to the States, where they melded the music of their homeland with a wide variety of influences, each in his own deeply personal way.Rodrigu [...]

Painted in the broadest of strokes, the stories of Alfredo Rodriguez and Pedrito Martinez may seem similar: both started life in Havana, discovered their gifts and passions for music and headed to the States, where they melded the music of their homeland with a wide variety of influences, each in his own deeply personal way.Rodrigu [...]

Painted in the broadest of strokes, the stories of Alfredo Rodriguez and Pedrito Martinez may seem similar: both started life in Havana, discovered their gifts and passions for music and headed to the States, where they melded the music of their homeland with a wide variety of influences, each in his own deeply personal way.Rodrigu [...]

The United States Naval Academy Band proudly presents a performance of the iconic jazz album Birth of the Cool. This concert celebrates 2026 as the 250th year in the history of the United States of America and the 100th anniversary of the birthday of one of the most important and influential American m [...]

The United States Naval Academy Band proudly presents a performance of the iconic jazz album Birth of the Cool. This concert celebrates 2026 as the 250th year in the history of the United States of America and the 100th anniversary of the birthday of one of the most important and influential American m [...]

Greg Hatza, organPeter Fraize, saxophoneBrian Kooken, guitarRobert Shahid, drumsIn 1994, Greg met Joey DeFranscesco who told him the Hammond B-3 was enjoying a popular renaissance.  He formed the Greg Hatza ORGANization and has been performing and recording on the instrument non-stop since that time. With the tr [...]

Greg Hatza, organPeter Fraize, saxophoneBrian Kooken, guitarRobert Shahid, drumsIn 1994, Greg met Joey DeFranscesco who told him the Hammond B-3 was enjoying a popular renaissance.  He formed the Greg Hatza ORGANization and has been performing and recording on the instrument non-stop since that time. With the tr [...]

Mike Stern [guitar]Dennis Chambers [drums]Gary Grainger [bass]Leni Stern [guitar]Bob Franceschini [saxophone]One of the great jazz guitarists of his generation, Mike Stern has the unique ability to play with the finesse and lyricism of Jim Hall, the driving swing of Wes Montgomery and the turbulent, overdriven attack of Jimi H [...]

Mike Stern [guitar]Dennis Chambers [drums]Gary Grainger [bass]Leni Stern [guitar]Bob Franceschini [saxophone]One of the great jazz guitarists of his generation, Mike Stern has the unique ability to play with the finesse and lyricism of Jim Hall, the driving swing of Wes Montgomery and the turbulent, overdriven attack of Jimi H [...]

Mike Stern [guitar]Dennis Chambers [drums]Gary Grainger [bass]Leni Stern [guitar]Bob Franceschini [saxophone]One of the great jazz guitarists of his generation, Mike Stern has the unique ability to play with the finesse and lyricism of Jim Hall, the driving swing of Wes Montgomery and the turbulent, overdriven attack of Jimi H [...]

Mike Stern [guitar]Dennis Chambers [drums]Gary Grainger [bass]Leni Stern [guitar]Bob Franceschini [saxophone]One of the great jazz guitarists of his generation, Mike Stern has the unique ability to play with the finesse and lyricism of Jim Hall, the driving swing of Wes Montgomery and the turbulent, overdriven attack of Jimi H [...]

Mike Stern [guitar]Dennis Chambers [drums]Gary Grainger [bass]Leni Stern [guitar]Bob Franceschini [saxophone]One of the great jazz guitarists of his generation, Mike Stern has the unique ability to play with the finesse and lyricism of Jim Hall, the driving swing of Wes Montgomery and the turbulent, overdriven attack of Jimi H [...]

Mike Stern [guitar]Dennis Chambers [drums]Gary Grainger [bass]Leni Stern [guitar]Bob Franceschini [saxophone]One of the great jazz guitarists of his generation, Mike Stern has the unique ability to play with the finesse and lyricism of Jim Hall, the driving swing of Wes Montgomery and the turbulent, overdriven attack of Jimi H [...]