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Grammy Award-winning vocalist Catherine Russell teams up with Jazz guitarist, vocalist and bandleader John Pizzarelli in a stunning tribute to Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra. Dubbed “the essential duo,” Russell and Pizzarelli transport audiences to the glory days of Jazz with masterful ease, capturing Holiday’s effortless grace and Sinatra’s cool swagger. World-renowned guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli has been hailed by The Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing Jazz,” while All Music Guide says, “Russell emerged as a retro old school vocalist for the ages.”

Larry Fuller is an internationally acclaimed jazz pianist known to "swing like a beast!”. He is a Yamaha-endorsed Artist. Early in his career, Fuller’s undeniable talent earned him the position of musical director and pianist for vocalist Ernestine Anderson. He then went on to play in drummer Jeff Hamilton’s Trio, bassist Ray Brown’s Trio, and John Pizzarelli’s Quartet. Today, Fuller leads The Larry Fuller Trio. His musical programs are consistently praised for their emotive style, monster technique, and versatility. From bop, to stride, to swing, to blues, hear Fuller play at the Bickford Theatre. Tickets are on sale!

Larry Fuller is an internationally acclaimed American jazz pianist, band leader, and composer known by critics and fans to ”swing like a beast!”.  He is a Yamaha-endorsed Artist. Larry Fuller hails from Toledo, Ohio.  Early in his career, Fuller’s undeniable talent earned him the position of musical director and pianist for vocalist Ernestine Anderson, pianist for drummer Jeff Hamilton’s Trio, and final pianist in legendary bassist Ray Brown’s Trio.  He has also performed, toured and recorded with guitarist-vocalist John Pizzarelli.

7pm Cooper-Moore Quartet Cooper-Moore - bass diddley bow / Brandon Seabrook - guitar / Mara Rosenbloom - piano / Michael T.A. Thompson - drums 8:30pm No Joke! Record Release William Parker - bass / Patricia Nicholson - voice / James Brandon Lewis - tenor sax / Melanie Dyer - viola / William Hooker - drums

Doc Ashton and the Root Canals expand their group to a 20 piece jazz big band for the Doc Ashton and the Root Canals Christmas Big Band Extravaganza at St James United Methodist Church in Danville. The program is all Christmas big band music. The free concert is on Sunday, December 19th at 3:00 and 6:30pm. Several vocalists will perform with the band. This family friendly program is great holiday fun! Cookies and holiday punch will be served after each performance. See you there!

First Name Basis is a weekly jazz concert series in Hastings-On-Hudson New York. The concert series features the finest vocalists and instrumentalists from the NYC jazz community. The first set comprises selections that feature the current week's artists. The second set is an open jam for both musicians and singers. This series was started in January of 2019 by bassist John Lang to bring the great sounds of modern jazz to his hometown every week. Please join our jazz community for a swinging night where everyone is on a First Name Basis! Reservations recommended as the intimate room fills fast every Thursday night.

The International Contemporary Ensemble presents Fay Victor’s SIRENS AND SILENCES, which will be the debut performance of Victor’s composed work in a concert with the Ensemble after joining as a new, permanent Ensemble member in the summer of 2021, plus the world premiere of Kate Gentile’s biome ii. The performance is co-presented by the International Contemporary Ensemble, Roulette Intermedium and NYC Winter Jazzfest.

Jazz guitarist David Stern brings his drummerless trio (featuring Lewis Porter on piano and Kenny Davis on bass) to Pangea for a night of music. Two sets, no cover charge, and great food/drinks. http://www.pangeanyc.com/show/front-lounge-david-stern-trio-830pm-no-cover-2/ https://davidsternjazz.com/ https://www.instagram.com/davidsternjazz/

This year, the Les Paul Festival will explore contemporary artists who represent Pauls’ innovative and progressive spirit. Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe is an artist, curator and composer that works primarily with voice and modular synthesizer for sound in the realm of spontaneous music. Susie Ibarra is a composer, percussionist, and sound artist.

Another world-class jazz event as part of the Jazz@TheAlex programme - Pete Long and his quintet, will be joined by fabulous vocalist Louise Cookman. Come along for a relaxed evening of quality jazz. Cabaret seating and bar available. The line-up is as follows:- Louise Cookman - vocals Pete Long - clarinet and saxophone Denny Ilett - guitar Dave Chamberlain - bass John Pearce - piano Matt Skelton - drums