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UDC Jazz Studies Director Allyn Johnson invites saxophonist, bandleader, activist, and founder/executive director of the Capitol Hill Jazz Foundation Herb Scott for a lively session of conversation and performance. Tuesday, […]
Tom Teasley and John Wubbenhorst present a lecture-performance focusing on the intersection of jazz and classical Indian music. John Wubberhorst is among the foremost experts in explaining Indian musical concepts […]
Get ready to groove to the electrifying tunes of David B Cole and his Main Street Blues band. Find more details at nationalchurch.org/jazz When: November 18, 6:30-8:30 pm (doors open […]
The University of the District of Columbia presents its holiday gift to the Washington, DC community. The UDC Chorale directed by Johnny Butler III, The Voices, directed by Gerry Gillespie. […]
Jazz@Wesley Presents A Jazzy Christmas with Bobby Felder and Friends On Saturday, October 16h, Robert “Bobby” Felder will perform with his renowned band and bring along two of DC’s top […]
Gather as a community to create a joyful and purposeful sound at the Levine Music Community Sing. These free events are at Levine's Upton Street campus on the following dates: […]
Experience an impressive new talent on the DC jazz scene. Nom is bringing his drums and his skilled band to Jazz@Wesley in February. A student of UDC’s esteemed jazz program, Nom’s musical prowess is intuitive, energetic, and utterly engaging. More information at nationalchurch.org/jazz. Tickets are $12 and are available at the door. Cash and credit […]
UDC jazz studies director Allyn Johnson invites the incomparable Christie Dashiell to host this session of conversation and performance with her sisters and DC's finest - pianist Janelle Gill and […]
Gather as a community to create a joyful and purposeful sound at the Levine Music Community Sing. These free events are at Levine's Upton Street campus on the following dates: […]
Muneer Nasser Quintet's distinct brand of jazz is part Memphis blues, part New York fire, and a healthy dose of DC flavor. The Quintet’s all-star line-up includes trumpeter Muneer Nasser, […]
One of the DC’s most fun bands is coming to Jazz@Wesley in April. Featuring vocalist Tiya Adé and well-known DC band leader Bobby Felder, these seasoned musicians will have you […]
Monday, April 29, 2024 • 8:00 p.m. The BIG BAND sound returns as the powerhouse jazz ensembles from the University of the District of Columbia (directed by Allyn Johnson), Howard […]
Saturday, May 4th is Passport DC's Around the World tour of local embassies (10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). The neighborhood embassies hosting open houses on May 4th include Bangladesh, China […]
The United States Army Band and Strings “Pershing’s Own” joins forces with the Washington Musical Pathways Initiative in a special chamber side-by-side concert. Join us to experience ensembles ranging from […]
Embassies for European Union members open to the public for tours during the May 11th EU Open House (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). The closest European Union open houses are […]