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“John di Martino's middle name should be 'taste', for he conveys that quality in both solo and supportive roles, in jazz as well as Latin music.” —Ray Barretto

Acclaimed jazz pianist John di Martino brings his quartet to Zinc to celebrate the music of composer Billy Strayhorn on Tuesday, September 27. He’s supported by tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander, bassist Boris Kozlov, and drummer Carmen Intorre.

John di Martino has been described by Paul Pines as a musical "shape shifter", inhabiting three different worlds. As a straight-ahead jazz pianist, he has performed and recorded with such notables as Kenny Burrell, Pat Martino, James Moody, and Eddie Gomez. Mr. di Martino is a sought-after musical director and has accompanied Jon Hendricks, Diane Schuur, and the late Billy Eckstine.

Showtimes are at 7:00 PM and 8:30 pm. Tickets: $25 advance / $30 day of show. For more info, visit http://zincjazzcom.

“A remarkable journey to the interior of the human heart.” — AllAboutJazz
“World class. Must see.” — Los Angeles Times
At once unassumingly virtuosic and uncontrivedly emotional, New York Times critics pick and two-time Sunday Times magazine Top Ten Jazz CD of the Year choice (2013 and 2018), vocalist Tessa Souter is “a beguiling artist who infuses everything she interprets with voluptuous intelligence and keen emotional insight.” (KQED ARTS). She has performed all over the world, from New York’s Jazz at Lincoln Center to the Blue Note (New York, Shanghai and Beijing), wowing audiences with her striking authenticity, charismatic stage presence and crackling humor. “Souter, with gorgeous, often breath-taking vocalizing and deeply moving song writing, ranks in the uppermost echelon of contemporary artists.” PopCultureClassics. She will be appearing with David Budway (piano), Boris Kozlov (bass) and Billy Drummond (drums)

Jazz Libre 2022: Highlighting the Music of the African Diaspora in Latin America

7:00pm - Francisco Mora Catlett AfroHORN Sonic Explorations | Sam Newsome - sop sax / Bob Stewart - tuba / Roman Diaz - perc / Francisco Mora Catlett - drs

8:00pm - William Parker Southern Satellites | William Parker – composition, bass, reeds, perc. / Isaiah Parker – piano / Dave Sewelson – bar sax / Jason Kao Hwang - violin / Brandon Lopez - bass, perc. / Juan Pablo Carletti – perc

9:00pm - Roman Diaz Ensemble | Cantantes: Máximo Valdés, Roger Conciglio / Percussion: Clemente Medina, Rafael Monteagudo and Román Díaz

WED., JULY 20 -7 PM, JAZZ NIGHT IN THE PARLOR AT HAILEY’s 15 STATION PLACE- METUCHEN
Small intimate setting – limited to 30 guests. An opportunity to hear The Harry Allen Trio up close and personal. Harry Allen is a world-recognized tenor saxophonist. Tickets in advance: $30 and 2 drink minimum. Great jazz – 2 sets of music, great food, great drinks! A special event during Restaurant Week in Metuchen. Doors open at 6 PM. Presented by Friends of Metuchen Arts (FOMA)and Metuchen Jazz in partnership with Hailey’s Pub. www.friendsofmetuchenarts.org.

Cuban piano phenomenon from Havana Dayramir González brings a special program titled "Havana Today, Afro Cuban Jazz" a tribute to Chucho Valdes, Chico O'Farrill and Chick Corea featuring his Habana enTRANCé quartet with Dayramir González on piano, Juan Chiavassa on drums, Dean Torrey on bass, and Christian Moraga on percussion. Representing the young generation of Afro-Cuban jazz, Dayramir González performed in 15,000-seater stadiums with legends like Chucho and Bebo Valdes and headlined Carnegie Hall. In Person: $20/$15 Members; Virtual: $7/$5 Members Members need to use their Custom Login ID to purchase member tickets. Contact boxoffice@flushingtownhall.org if you don’t know your Custom Login ID. For answers to frequently asked questions regarding tickets, please click Here. Proof of vaccination (with ID) is required to attend this event in person, as is mask wearing. If you are interested in attending this event in person, please read the full COVID Safety Policy carefully before purchasing tickets This engagement of Dayramir González & Habana enTRANCé is made possible through the Jazz Touring Network program of Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation with support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

“John di Martino's middle name should be 'taste', for he conveys that quality in both solo and supportive roles, in jazz as well as Latin music.”

—Ray Barretto

Acclaimed jazz pianist John di Martino brings his quartet to Zinc to celebrate the music of composer Billy Strayhorn on Tuesday, October 25. He’s supported by tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander, bassist Kenny Davis, and drummer Carmen Intorre.

John di Martino has been described by Paul Pines as a musical "shape shifter", inhabiting three different worlds. As a straight-ahead jazz pianist, he has performed and recorded with such notables as Kenny Burrell, Pat Martino, James Moody, and Eddie Gomez. Mr. di Martino is a sought-after musical director and has accompanied Jon Hendricks, Diane Schuur, and the late Billy Eckstine.

Showtimes are at 7:00 PM and 8:30 pm. Tickets: $25 advance / $30 day of show. For more info, visit http://zincjazzcom.

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Jazz Libre 2022: Highlighting the Music of the African Diaspora in Latin America
In Person and Streaming

7:00pm Janice Lowe & Namaroon | Janice Lowe – piano, voice / Olithea Anglin – voice, electronics / Yohann Potico – bass guitar

8:00pm Brandon Lopez / Sylvie Courvoisier | Brandon Lopez – bass / Sylvie Courvoisier – piano
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9:00pm James Brandon Lewis Dvorak Quartet