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Every Saturday, we’re inviting NYC’s top musicians & magicians to perform in our art deco cocktail lounge, from local legends to Grammy award-winners. This week’s musical act is the Sam Dillon Trio, who is a saxophonist, woodwind player, composer and teacher based in New York. In 2013 Sam was selected as a semifinalist in the Thelonious Monk International Saxophone Competition. As a semifinalist, Sam performed at The Smithsonian Institute in Washington D.C. for Wayne Shorter, Jimmy Heath, Branford Marsalis, Bobby Watson and Jane Ira Bloom. Most notably, Sam has performed at Carnegie Hall, Jazz @ Lincolin Center, Symphony Space Birdland, The Iridium, Yoshi’s Jazz Club, Smalls Jazz Club, The 55 Bar, The Zinc Bar, The Kitano Hotel, Cornelia Street Cafe and live on WBGO 88.3 FM. In 2009 Sam received his Masters in Jazz Performance from SUNY Purchase College.

Every Saturday, we’re inviting NYC’s top musicians & magicians to perform in our art deco cocktail lounge, from local legends to Grammy award-winners. This week’s musical act is the Sam Dillon Trio, who is a saxophonist, woodwind player, composer and teacher based in New York. In 2013 Sam was selected as a semifinalist in the Thelonious Monk International Saxophone Competition. As a semifinalist, Sam performed at The Smithsonian Institute in Washington D.C. for Wayne Shorter, Jimmy Heath, Branford Marsalis, Bobby Watson and Jane Ira Bloom. Most notably, Sam has performed at Carnegie Hall, Jazz @ Lincolin Center, Symphony Space Birdland, The Iridium, Yoshi’s Jazz Club, Smalls Jazz Club, The 55 Bar, The Zinc Bar, The Kitano Hotel, Cornelia Street Cafe and live on WBGO 88.3 FM. In 2009 Sam received his Masters in Jazz Performance from SUNY Purchase College.

WBGO's Doug Doyle chats with legendary drummer Lenny White about the upcoming event at JALC celebrating his music

Your guide to what NPR Music and member stations have cooking at SXSW 2018.

In this episode of The Art of the Story, Doug Doyle talks about WBGO's partnership with StoryCorps' Military Voices Initiative

THE JAZZ EXCHANGE NOVEMBER 6TH SECRET SHOW: Saturday, November 6th | Arrival time 5:30pm *Important: Please arrive on time, seating will be on a first come first serve basis. Upon arrival find your seats, mingle with new people, and get settled in. Plan on staying for the entire show, so that our artists have an audience to perform for. This is a concert series so come with an open mind to listen to new artists and their music! How does a secret show work? First, find out about The Jazz Exchange Secret Show in your area and purchase your tickets. The exact address of the venue will not be revealed, only the area that the event will take place. Our shows consist of two performances, one by a talented emerging artist followed by an amazing featured artist. The performing artist will remain a secret, the only thing we can promise is that they are the top talent in the area and the show will be amazing! The exact address will be revealed to you 24 hours before the show, once you have purchased your tickets. Arrive at the location and DISCOVER a unique venue, MEET new people, and EXPERIENCE a new artist. How much are the tickets? Ticket prices vary depending on the space, date, and location. We try to keep the price reasonable for all our audience members. Check your secret show for more details. What kind of music or entertainment will be there? The Jazz Exchange show always consists of two performances. The show will start with an emerging musician followed by a featured artist in the area. All artists are selected by our Jazz Exchange team to ensure we bring an exciting, diverse, and entertaining experience. Come with an open mind to listen to new music and artists in your local community. Trust us, it will be worth it! Where am I going? You already know the area that the show will be presented, and the suspense is almost over. A day before (24 hours) the event you will receive an email with the address of the secret location. Please plan to be at the show at the arrival time, and look for The Jazz Exchange signage where you will check-in. Our Secret Shows are meant to build communities, creating an immersive experience that brings guests and artists closer together. What is the venue like? Classic art deco bar serves out hand-crafted artisanal cocktails alongside B Squared’s elevated seafood concept including lush seafood towers, charred king crab, shrimp guacamole, and our famous B2 Mac n’ Cheese! An immersive experience where elite and innovative musicians, food and beverage mavens, visitors, and neighbors could all gather together...a vibe centered around creativity, positive spontaneity, respect, and community...a new home in Harlem for incredible live Jazz! COVID-19 Safety Standards: What to expect Your health and safety are important to us. We will be monitoring CDC guidelines throughout the different areas to make sure we are following the rules and keeping our guests and performers safe. We have developed a COVID Safety Plan, following the most up-to-date guidelines from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the New York State Dept. of Health, to promote a safe, clean, welcoming environment. If you are feeling ill, please stay home and consult your doctor. Please note, these policies and guidelines are subject to change at any time and without warning, based on government mandates. PROOF OF VACCINATION We will be requiring proof of vaccination against COVID-19 to enter our September Secret Show in Brooklyn. Acceptable forms of Vaccination proof include: ● NYC COVID Safe App: Android | iOS ● Excelsior Pass ● CDC Vaccination Card (or photo) ● NYC Vaccination Record ● An official immunization record from outside NYC or the U.S If any of our guests are prohibited from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine for legitimate medical reasons, The Jazz Exchange management staff must be notified 48 hours in advance. Anyone who does not make accommodations with management in advance will not be permitted entry without proof of vaccination at the door. MASKING We strongly encourage guests to wear masks inside the venue when not actively eating or drinking. We also ask that you wear a mask when talking with the performers, staff, walking around, or using the restroom. The Jazz Exchange + venue staff will remain masked at all times when interacting with artists, patrons, drinks, food, etc. HAND SANITIZING STATION Hand sanitizer is readily available at check-in and at the venue. We encourage frequent hand washing and the use of hand sanitizer. Additional hand sanitizer is available for our staff. TOUCHLESS PROGRAM The Jazz Exchange evenings program will be available digitally and can be accessed on your mobile device by scanning the provided QR code at your table. In the program, you will find the information of the performing artists performing, social media handles, how to follow and support, and other events from The Jazz Exchange. How Long Will This Policy Last? We are hopeful that this temporary policy will not be needed in the future as things continue to improve. The admission policy will remain depending on local health official recommendations and on infection rates going forward. Reservation | Capacity Limitation The Jazz Exchange + the venue reserves the right to limit capacity at any time. In order to know where the secret venue is tickets must be purchased online in advance. I Bought a Ticket and Have Now Tested Positive for Covid, Can I Have a Refund? Yes. Please send us a copy of your positive covid-19 test result, your order number, and specific ticket details to thejazzexchangecontact@gmail.com By attending The Jazz Exchange Secret Show Harlem, you agree to assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and relinquish The Jazz Exchange and the venue from and all liability. Transportation near the location? MTA - 116th stop DC / ABCD at 125th Street Parking: Street Parking is available near the venue Food & Drinks will be sold at the venue for purchase. Minimum: $20 per person ------------------------------------------ Please bring a valid ID 21+ only We appreciate your support and contribution. No RAIN DATE for this event.

Trinity has been offering free performances in downtown Manhattan for nearly a century and continues this tradition with the weekday Concerts at One series, deemed “the top of musical life in New York” (The New York Times). This season, Trinity is expanding its offerings to four days a week with wide-ranging programming that speaks to the diversity of New York City. A wide-ranging mix of talented jazz artists will headline Mondays for the Jazz at One series, presented in collaboration with JAZZ HOUSE @ Trinity. Join us on March 27 for an hour of sublime music from Melvis Santa’s Jazz Orishas Quintet! Featuring:
Melvis Santa – compositions, vocals, piano and bata drums

Ricky Rodriguez – bass
E. J. Strickland – drums
Vinicius Gomes – electric guitar
Josh Evans – trumpet
Jazz at One: Melvis Santa’s Jazz Orishas Quintet

St. Paul’s Chapel and online • Free, no reservations required

🎥 Not in NYC? To watch live, go to Trinity’s homepage at the time of the concert. To watch on-demand, visit our music video portal: trinitywallstreet.org/music

Every Saturday, we’re inviting NYC’s top musicians to perform in our art deco cocktail lounge, from local legends to Grammy award-winners. This week’s musical act is Ben Allison & Steve Cardenas.

Bassist/Composer/Producer Ben Allison has garnered an international reputation as aperformer and band leader. Known for his inspired arrangements, inventive groovesand hummable melodies, Ben has an instantly identifiable sound. He draws from thejazz tradition and a range of influences — from rock and folk to 20th century classicaland other music traditions — and seamlessly blends them into a cinematic, cohesivewhole.

With his groups The Ben Allison Quartet, Think Free, The Ben Allison Band, TheTrio, Peace Pipe, and Medicine Wheel, Ben has toured extensively throughout theworld, winning over his audiences with an adventurous yet accessible sound and a flairfor the unexpected.

Ben will be joined by Steve Cardenas on guitar, who began his musical career in Kansas City and has been an integral part of the New York City jazz community since 1995.

The New Jersey Jazz Society holds its 50th annual Pee Wee Russell Memorial Stomp concert on Sunday, April 7.The event, which features a great jazz lineup,…