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Acclaimed Brazilian guitarist Flavio Silva brings his formidable quartet featuring pianist Edsel Gomez to Zinc on Monday, August 8. He’s supported by bassist Alex Apolo Ayla and drummer E.J. Strickland.

Flavio Silva is a musician who is part of a new generation of Brazilian composers and instrumentalists that has been breaking through the music scene of different places, such as Brazil, The Netherlands, and most recently, New York. The guitarist studied with some of the best musicians in Brazil and all over the world, such as Michel Leme, Alexandre Mihanovich, Djalma Lima, Lage Lund, Adam Rogers, and Ed Verhoeff, among others.

Flavio has shared the stage with some highly skilled musicians such as Antonio Hart, Bruce Williams, Seamus Blake, Victor Wooten, Jamal Thomas, Ben Williams, Elijah Jamal Balbed, Munir Hossn, Cuca Teixeira, Sandro Haick, Thiago Espirito Santo, among others. Flavio also performed in some of the best festivals in Europe including the North Sea Jazz Festival(The Netherlands), Langnau Jazz Nights(Switzerland), Koektebel Jazz Party(Ukraine), Gronau Jazz Festival(Germany), and Delft Jazz Festival(The Netherlands).

In 2019, together with Pat Bianchi(Organ), E.J. Strickland(drums), and Corey Wallace (trombone), Flavio started a new project, playing original compositions and arrangements by all the members of the group, mixing the jazz tradition with other cultures such as Brazilian, African, and Fusion.

Showtimes are at 7:00 pm & 8:30 pm. Tickets: $20 in advance / $25 day of show. For more info, call (212) 477-9462 or visit https://www.zincjazz.com

Graduated from the New School University with a Bachelor of Fines Arts degree in Jazz and Contemporary music in 1998. I've traveled extensively, performing with Daniel Kramer on a 20-concert Russian tour. Randy Cannon quartet at the Living Room in Bangkok. Performed with Freddy Cole, Freddy Hubbard, French Jazz pianist Jacky Terrasson, Robert Glasper, Joe Chambers, Dizzy, and Stanley Turrentine on the CD101.9 Jazz Cruises.
My debut recording on Cadence label, entitled Sweet Dreams, featured pianist Kenny Barron, bassist Hillard Green, drummer Dwight Cook Broadnax, trumpeter Kenyatta Beasley, Casey Benjamin, and alto.
Wild is the Wind and "Love Jhones" are also on Cadence featuring Joseph Tranchina, pianist Eric Lemmon, bass Bobby Sanabria, drums, and Ralph Williams, tenor.

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Last night, it was a swingin' evening performing at Birdland with vocalist Pucci Amanda Jhones. Pucci is an unsung hero who deserves wider recognition. She's an accomplished jazz swinger/singer who takes no prisoners. Pucci is a great leader who will instantly change things on stage it keeps the musicians on a whim which is fantastic to be on their toes and makes things even more fun. And she doesn't freak when the rhythm section throws her a few curves. She encourages it, deals, and smiles with that sly look that says, "Yeaaah, MFs." And it was great to perform with two great young players; pianist Matt Baker from Australia and Tommy Morimoto on tenor from the Left Coast. Eric Lemon is always a great anchor and a fantastic soloist on bass. Pucci outdoes herself, whether it's an up-tempo burner or an intimate ballad which she takes to another level emotionally as she did on an original piece she composed for her Mom.

Bobby Sanabria

“Silvano is a masterful pianist and composer, but make no mistake here, you are taking a journey into the soul of a courageous and deep human whose gift involves much more than his incredible facility on the piano.” —Downbeat

Acclaimed Venezuelan jazz pianist Silvano Monasterios brings his trio to the Zinc Bar for a splendid evening of jazz piano.

Pianist-composer Silvano Monasterios was born in Caracas, Venezuela. He spent his formative years of training at the Jose Angel Lamas Conservatory while he alternately encountered the great American jazz tradition in all its diversity. He promptly began his professional career at the age of 18, combining these influences by performing and recording with some of the most prominent Venezuelan artists of the time.

In 1989, Silvano traveled to Miami, Florida, to participate in the Miami Jazz Festival, where he received a “Best Soloist Award.” By 1990, he had immigrated to the United States to make use of a scholarship from Miami-Dade College. More recognition followed with another “Outstanding Soloist Award” at the University of Colorado in 1991 and then a music scholarship from the University of Miami, from which he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in 1995. In 1998, Silvano was voted “New Artist of the Year” at the Hennessey Cognac Jazz Search in New York City, which led to a slot at the Playboy Jazz Festival where he engendered many new friends and fans. This year also marked the release of his first CD, “Roads Not Taken”, prompting more critical interest in the U.S. and Latin America.

Showtimes are at 7:00 PM and 8:30 pm. Tickets: $25 advance / $30 day of show. For more info, call (212) 477-9462 or visit http://zincjazzcom.

The soulful stylings of James Austin Jr., reveal his jazz pedigree and gospel roots. James, originally from Chicago, is an accomplished pianist and bandleader. He honed his craft under the tutelage of a number of legendary musicians, including extensive study with renowned jazz educator, Barry Harris. In recognition of his highly skilled musicianship, James has received numerous accolades and awards, including the honor of being selected as a semi-finalist in the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano competition.

James has performed alongside an illustrious list of singers and musicians in diverse settings throughout the world, including numerous celebrity functions and televised shows. He recently served as pianist and arranger for two star-studded concerts at Carnegie Hall under the baton of esteemed musical director, Ray Chew. James is regularly featured in the New York City area as a pianist and bandleader for various live concerts, theatrical performances, and civic and charitable events. He has curated and led the NJPAC Jazz Jam series since its inception.

Alexis Jessica Morrast, is a native of Newark, now resides in Plainfield, New Jersey began singing at the age of three. Since that time, she's performed on several stages: the U.S. OPENS, NJPAC with Christian McBride and Dizzy's Coca-Cola Club with jazz legend Barry Harris. Her resounding tone has been heard on the Millennium Stage of The Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, abroad in Europe and Africa; The Coltrane Jazz Festival put it this way: "The voice, the song, the stage presence is all astonishing!

Revel in the first warm days of Fall with a hot tango concert presented at Greenwood Gardens in Short Hills. The Riverside Guitar Duo, in partnership with The Discovery Orchestra, will perform Astor Piazzolla’s Tango Suite on October 7 on the West Terrace of the 28-acre site whose garden dates back to the 1920s.

Attendees are invited to stroll through the garden starting at 5:30 p.m. and then make their way to the West Terrace where wine and cheese will be served starting at 6:00 p.m. The concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will take place rain or shine under the garden’s seasonal tent. With seating for just 70, tickets are selling quickly for this special evening.

“Tango is new this season at Greenwood where our aim is to present high-quality programming to the communities we serve in a unique and beautiful setting,” says Abby O’Neill, Executive Director. “We are excited to present such talented musicians through a partnership with The Discovery Orchestra featuring Maestro George Marriner Maull.”

For over 26 years George Marriner Maull, Artistic Director of The Discovery Orchestra, has made classical music listening more meaningful and transformative through his interactive instruction. He teaches the listening skills that help people connect with classical music.
Greenwood Gardens is located at 274 Old Short Hills Road in Short Hills, NJ. Concerts are limited to 70 attendees, ages 13 and up. Tickets are $30 for members, $35 for non-members, and are available online at: https://greenwoodgardens.org/classical-music-concerts

MasterVoices continues its eclectic 2022-23 season on March 23 at Central Synagogue with Ted Sperling leading O How Good, a performance of Jewish sacred music. The program includes two beloved works of traditional Jewish liturgy set by master composers – Ernest Bloch’s Sacred Service and Kurt Weill’s Kiddush – as well as the world premiere of And the Sun Goes Up, a new work by Israeli-American composer Daniel Rein, commissioned by MasterVoices.

Trinity's lunchtime concert series, Jazz at One, takes place every Monday from March 13 through May 1 at St. Paul's Chapel and features an eclectic mix of brilliant jazz artists in collaboration with JAZZHOUSE @ Trinity, a joint effort between Trinity and JAZZ HOUSE KiDS.

Join us on March 20, when we present vibraphonist, composer, arranger, and educator Nikara Warren presenting Black Wall Street.

To watch live, go to Trinity’s homepage at the time of the concert. To watch on-demand, visit the music video portal at trinitywallstreet.org

Join us for a special concert that brings together the talents of RUBY PEREZ, RAMON ORLANDO, PABLO MARTÍNEZ, CARLOS DAVID, RAVEL, CHARLIE RODRÍGUEZ and DIONI FERNÁNDEZ!!

Coming together for a night of the most romantic voices in merengue. All your favorite love songs for the faithful fans of this beautiful Dominican musical genre "El Merengue".

Merengue con Amor is a show dedicated to love and rhythm with a lot of flavor! Come celebrate Valentine's Day with a night full of Hits from the 80's, 90's, and today!

On Friday, Jan 13, 2023, The New York Jazz Society is hosting The 5th Annual Harlem Martin Luther King Day Jazz Tribute from 530 PM til 830Pm at THE NATIONAL JAZZ MUSEUM IN HARLEM 58 West 129th Street Harlem.

ADMISSION IS FREE

The program will include a special jazz musical presentation by John Satchmo Mannan Renaissance 2.0 Ensemble including Harlem musicians Terri Davis, Denton Darien, Dishan Harper, Craig Haynes, etc

Free Christmas/Holiday Concert performed by several local high school and college students.  From Ridgefield Park: Nicholas Schneider at the piano and Oliver Pashman on guitar Vocalists: Olivia Locarno, Oliver Pashman and Chloe Umana. From Oakland: Vocalists Amanda Masefield and Anthony Masefield and from East Rutherford: Vocalist Monica Rodriguez.  

Admission is free, but ticket reservations are required.  To make your reservations, please email ConcertsArtsCulture@RidgefieldPark.org. Please include your name and the number of tickets you require. Walk-ins will be admitted the night of the performance, provided seating is still available.