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OZMA, the impetuous drummer Stéphane Scharlé’s quintet, is back with its 7th album, HYPERLAPSE. It is a captivating and jubilant roadmap dedicated to the ten cities visited by the group during an incredible tour in 2018 which earned OZMA the distinction of being one of the most exported French artists along with Youn Sun Nah and Tigran Hamasyan («Succès Export 2018»).
56 concerts in 13 countries, from Europe and Africa to Asia, a year-long world tour which was overwhelming for the composer Stéphane Scharlé, and inspired this magnetic sound-fresco in ten stops.
The ten compositions of this new opus were, for the most part, sketched ahead of the trips, like fantasized memories of adventures to come, then refined and enriched in light of the experiences lived and the energy felt on the spot.
HYPERLAPSE is an album that brushes up against the real, is impregnated with human encounters and cultural shocks by which the five acolytes were confronted during this unusual year.
The title of the album is borrowed from the audiovisual jargon. A variant of stop motion, the hyperlapse is a process of dynamic capture, split around a fixed subject, creating a troubling, organic, real-time acceleration.
This reference to image announces the very cinematic atmosphere that we find in the album. It echoes the composer’s experience fitting music to film and also refers directly to the work by director Juliette Ulrich, who followed the group around the world last year, and produced the productions that accompany the release of the album: the music video, «Hyperlapse», and the web series «High, Far & Loud».
For this new opus, Stéphane Scharlé surrounded himself with his ideal line-up already present on WELCOME HOME, the previous album by the quintet: Julien Soro on saxophone and keyboards (who became part of the ONJ in 2019), Tam de Villiers on guitar, Guillaume Nuss on trombone and his constant companion, Édouard Séro-Guillaume on bass and keyboards.
In three years of touring (and more than 100 concerts) since the release of WELCOME HOME, the five figures of OZMA have affirmed their group sound. Through the composer’s initiative, the quintet mutated into a sidereal orchestra, adding two keyboards and trombone effects to their original sound palette.
«Dust City» opens the album and sets the tone with a dystopian ambiance à la «Blade Runner». A new sonic dimension that we find in the title track, «Hyperlapse», a tribute to the electronic frenzy of Hamburg, «Die Gilde» for the Hanseatic Lübeck, but also in the playful and techno «One Night in Bulawayo», the memory of an incredible night amidst a coup d’état in Zimbabwe ...
OZMA does not deny its love of rock, however, and we are not surprised to learn that the composer comes from metal music when we embark aboard «Tuk- Tuk Madness» a crazy race through the urban jungle of Mumbai , are awed by «Spleen Party» for the beautiful Ahmedabad, or are bewitched by the magic and power of «Clay Army», evocation of the colossal army of terracotta warriors in the tomb of Emperor Qin in Xi’an.
The third musical facet of HYPERLAPSE, characteristic of a band that has created multiple movie-concerts honoring the image: a mastery of the acoustic sound that allows itself to breathe which is so conducive to film music.
Stéphane Scharlé expresses deep melancholy with «Infinite Sadness» inspired by Jakarta, the world-city in suspension. «Entre Chien et Loup» is the soundtrack reminiscent of a train running through the rice fields under a suspended Indonesian twilight, «To Leila» a tribute to Leila Alaoui, engaged photographer, victim of the 2016 attacks in Ouagadougou.
HYPERLAPSE promises beautiful surprises for aficionados of the quintet who will recognize their jubilant energy and will discover new sound textures but also acoustic and luminous ballads. A deep album, personal and fascinating, interpreted by five fantastic musicians welded together by an extraordinary journey.

Arts on Site (AOS) announces September performances, featuring dance, music, and film in the heart of the East Village at Studio 3R, 12 St. Mark's Place, NYC. Tickets are $20-$30 and can be purchased online at artsonsite.ticketleap.com/studio-3r. Simona Smirnova Jazz Quartet: Bird Language Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 6:30pm & 8:30pm Tickets: $30 SIMONA SMIRNOVA JAZZ QUARTET: BIRD LANGUAGE Simona Smirnova is a Lithuanian born jazz vocalist, composer and kanklės player based in New York City. She's a fixture in the New York live scene with her quartet when she's not touring the world, including Australia, New Zealand and Europe. Smirnova's genre-bending style has a unique theatrical flavor and uncanny vocal improvisation techniques. She deftly implements chamber music, Lithuanian zither – kanklės and folkloric chants into foundations of jazz and rock. Simona has released two albums and is currently working on her third album, which combines her latest original compositions. At Arts on Site Simona will be performing with her band Caili O'Doherty on piano, Maksim Perepelica on bass and Maxime Cholley on drums. "Arts On Site began presenting artists in 2016 at 12 Saint Marks Place," said Chelsea Ainsworth, Executive Director of Arts On Site. "After 350 shows throughout the pandemic, AOS decided to build out a new performance space, Studio 3R, in May 2021 and began presenting artists in June. The space includes installing new black curtains, professional lighting, marley floor and risers for audience seating. We are so pleased to offer artists an intimate, professional, new performance space in NYC." Covid-19 Protocols Arts On Site is enforcing COVID-19 restrictions. Each performance is located in Arts on Site's large space, Studio 3R, with an air filter. The stage is set up in a proscenium style with a clear division between the artist and the audience. Seating is limited and the front row of seating is set at least 10 feet from the stage. Additional safety measures include: Limited occupancy at each event, with only 34 audience members total at one time Hand hygiene stations provided on site Requirements that audience members are masked and performers be vaccinated Signage posted throughout the location to remind personnel and visitors to adhere to proper hygiene practices, use PPE appropriately, and follow disinfection protocols Designation of a site safety monitor whose responsibilities include continuous compliance with all aspects of the site safety plan Only selling tickets online only prior to the event, with no tickets sold at the door   All visitors are required to: Arrive at least 15 minutes before performance (6:15 & 8:15pm) Complete COVID-19 questionnaire (listed below) Complete safety waiver Wear appropriate face covering Sanitize hands upon arrival   Visitors are not allowed entry if they answer "yes" to any of the following questions: Have you had COVID-19 symptoms in the past 14 days? Have you had a positive COVID-19 test in the past 14 days? Have you been in close contact with a confirmed or suspected COVID-19 case in the past 14 days? About Arts on Site Arts On Site is a women-led nonprofit arts organization dedicated to providing artists with opportunities to create and perform new work. Arts On Site began as an event to showcase artists. The event was an initiative from professional artists Chelsea Ainsworth, Kyle Netzeband, and Adrian Rosas, to connect artists from multiple art forms. As the event grew, a diverse community of artists grew and the concept for Arts On Site was born. For more information, visit artsonsite.org.

0TH JOHN COLTRANE BIRTHDAY JAZZ FEST ON TAP: IN HARLEM ( A FREE CONCERT AND LIVESTREAM0) On Saturday, September 25Th, the New York State Jazz and Literature Society is sponsoring the 10TH Annual JohnColtrane Jazz Festival at HARLEM HERITAGE TOURS, 104 Malcolm X Blvd HARLEM NEW YORK (BTW 115 AND 116TH STREET) From 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm The concert is free to the public and will feature saxophone artists Alvin Flythe on Tenor and Dr. John Satchmo Mannan on Soprano Sax, Paul Austerlitz on Bass Clarinet Singing sensations Lori Hartman (daughter of Johnny Hartman) and Terri: Davis will be on vocals.,. Bertha Hope on piano, Hilliard Greene on bass and Jamie Affoumado on drums make up the rhythm section. The concert will raise awareness of the importance of John Coltrane’s legacy to American and World Music culture and his connection to the City of New York and Harlem, THIS FREE CONCERT WILL BE BROADCAST LIVE FROM HARLEM HERITAGE TOURS . LISTENERS MAY TUNE IN FOR FREE SUNDAY AT 130PM BY UTILIZING THIS LINK; BELOW https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJhOImcp1ed_3JXkfrQ-gOQ The event is supported by the Jazz Foundation of America, 0TH JOHN COLTRANE BIRTHDAY JAZZ FEST ON TAP: IN HARLEM ( A FREE CONCERT AND LIVESTREAM0) On Saturday, September 25Th, the New York State Jazz and Literature Society is sponsoring the 10TH Annual JohnColtrane Jazz Festival at HARLEM HERITAGE TOURS, 104 Malcolm X Blvd HARLEM NEW YORK (BTW 115 AND 116TH STREET) From 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm The concert is free to the public and will feature saxophone artists Alvin Flythe on Tenor and Dr. John Satchmo Mannan on Soprano Sax, Paul Austerlitz on Bass Clarinet Singing sensations Lori Hartman (daughter of Johnny Hartman) and Terri: Davis will be on vocals.,. Bertha Hope on piano, Hilliard Greene on bass and Jamie Affoumado on drums make up the rhythm section. The concert will raise awareness of the importance of John Coltrane’s legacy to American and World Music culture and his connection to the City of New York and Harlem, THIS FREE CONCERT WILL BE BROADCAST LIVE FROM HARLEM HERITAGE TOURS . LISTENERS MAY TUNE IN FOR FREE SUNDAY AT 130PM BY UTILIZING THIS LINK; BELOW https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJhOImcp1ed_3JXkfrQ-gOQ The event is supported by the Jazz Foundation of America, 10TH JOHN COLTRANE BIRTHDAY JAZZ FEST ON TAP: IN HARLEM ( A FREE CONCERT AND LIVESTREAM0) On Saturday, September 25Th, the New York State Jazz and Literature Society is sponsoring the 10TH Annual JohnColtrane Jazz Festival at HARLEM HERITAGE TOURS, 104 Malcolm X Blvd HARLEM NEW YORK (BTW 115 AND 116TH STREET) From 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm The concert is free to the public and will feature saxophone artists Alvin Flythe on Tenor and Dr. John Satchmo Mannan on Soprano Sax, Paul Austerlitz on Bass Clarinet Singing sensations Lori Hartman (daughter of Johnny Hartman) and Terri: Davis will be on vocals.,. Bertha Hope on piano, Hilliard Greene on bass and Jamie Affoumado on drums make up the rhythm section. The concert will raise awareness of the importance of John Coltrane’s legacy to American and World Music culture and his connection to the City of New York and Harlem, THIS FREE CONCERT WILL BE BROADCAST LIVE FROM HARLEM HERITAGE TOURS . LISTENERS MAY TUNE IN FOR FREE SUNDAY AT 130PM BY UTILIZING THIS LINK; BELOW https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJhOImcp1ed_3JXkfrQ-gOQ

Acclaimed guitar virtuoso Oz Noy brings his trio.It’s Jazz. It just doesn’t sound like it.” This is how virtuoso guitarist Oz Noy describes his intoxicating blend of jazz, funk, rock, blues, and r&b. Born in Israel, Oz started his professional career at the age of 13 playing jazz, blues, pop and rock music. By age 16, he was playing with top Israeli musicians and artists. By age 24, he was one of the most established studio guitar players in the country. Oz was also a member of the house band on Israel’s top-rated television show for more than two years. Since his 1996 arrival in New York, Oz has made a huge impact on the local and international music scene. His unique and intoxicating style has broken all the rules of instrumental guitar music by focusing on the groove. All-stars such as Keith Carlock, Anton Fig, Vinnie Colaiuta, and Dave Weckl often contribute on drums, with bassists Will Lee, James Genus, and Reggie Washington. In 2003, Oz released his debut record – “Oz Live” – recorded at NYC’s legendary Bitter End. In 2004, Oz signed with Magna Carta Records and in 2005, released his highly-acclaimed studio record “HA!” with his all-star band featuring Fig, Carlock, Lee and Genus plus special guests Mike Stern and George Whitty. In April of 2007, a licensing deal with Magna Carta and Japanese label Videoarts opened the door for Oz’s music in Japan. Later that year saw the release of “Fuzzy,” Oz’s third record under the Magna Carta label. For Fuzzy, Oz’s all-star band is joined by various special guests including Colaiuta, bassist Jimmy Johnson, and keyboardists Whitty and Jim Beard. September, 2009, saw the release of Oz’s fourth album, “Schizophrenic,” featuring Lee, Fig, Carlock, Weckl, Ricky Peterson, Chris Palmero, and special guest Steve Lukather. In November of 2011, Oz released his fifth studio album “Twisted Blues Vol. 1” Featuring Vinnie Colaiuta, Anton Fig, Chris Layton, Will Lee, Roscoe Beck , John Medeski, Jerry Z, Reese Wynans, Ralph Macdonald and special guests Eric Johnson & Allen Toussaint. In late 2012, Oz released his two highly acclaimed instructional DVDs,”Guitar Improvisational Workout” and “Play Along Workout”, released by jazzheaven.com . May of 2014 saw the release of Oz’s 6th studio album “Twisted Blues Vol. 2” featuring special collaborations with: Chick Corea, Allen Toussaint, Eric Johnson, Warren Haynes, Gregoire Maret, Greg Leisz, Dave Weckl, and John Medeski. The album featured the help of a stellar backup band featuring Keith Carlock, Anton Fig, Chris Layton, Will Lee, Roscoe Beck, Jerry Z and Reese Wynans. In March, 2015, Oz released his 7th album “Asian Twistz” featuring Dave Weckl & Etienne Mbappe. The live album was recorded during a tour in Asia during the summer of 2014. oz-noy-img5April 2016 Oz Release his 8th studio album “Who Gives A Funk” Featuring very special guests Joe Bonamassa, Robben Ford, Dweezil Zappa, Fred Weasley, Chris Potter, John Medeski & Corey Glover. Sept 2017 showed the debut release of “Ozone Squeeze” , Oz’s new band featuring Atlantha Drummer Darren Stanley & Australian Keyboardist, vocalist Rai Thistlethwayte.

The 92nd Street Y, New York (92NY), one of New York's leading cultural venues, presents the The Bach-Mendelssohn Connection, a ten-day festival of concerts and salons that will explore the unexpected or hidden connections between Johann Sebastian Bach and Felix Mendelssohn. The festival will feature Jeremy Denk, Steven Isserlis, and more. Each performance and evening will explore the inspiration and influence in the world of two genius composers. Each concert will also be available via livestream and available for 72 hours from time of broadcast. Tickets for both the in-person and livestream options are $20-$50 and are available at 92ny.org/bach-festival.

BRANDON PATRICK GEORGE, flute 
MAHAN ESFAHANI, harpsichord 
Friday, June 10, 2022, 7:30 PM 
Kaufmann Concert Hall/Online

Multiple award-winning Mahan Esfahani, harpsichord, joins leading soloist and Grammy-nominated chamber musician Brandon Patrick George, flute, for works by J.S. and C.P.E. Bach. The flute and harpsichord were crucial to Mendelssohn's musical education, and though he composed no piece featuring them, these works had a clear influence on his writing. In this final mainstage concert of the festival, George and Esfahani conjure Bach's time and share a source of Mendelssohn's inspiration.

J.S. BACH: Sonata in C Major for Flute and Basso Continuo, BWV 1033
C.P.E. BACH: Sonata in A Minor for Solo Flute, Wq.132
J.S. BACH: Sonata in A for Flute and Harpsichord, BWV 1032
C.P.E. BACH: Harpsichord Sonata in A Minor, Wq. 49/1, "Württemberg"
J.S. BACH: Sonata in B Minor for Flute and Harpsichord, BWV 1030

"The Bach-Mendelssohn Connection is the vision of our beloved colleague Hanna Arie-Gaifman," said Amy Lam, Vice President, Tisch Music, 92NY. "We're grateful to Hanna for continuing to share her deep musical intellect and passion with us, and for bringing some of classical music's most acclaimed artists to our stage this summer."

"This festival seeks to discover lesser-known connections between two composers from different eras," said Hanna Arie-Gaifman, Director Emeritus, Tisch Center for the Arts, 92NY. "The salons pay tribute to two seldom recognized salonieres - Sara Levi and Fanny Mendelssohn - musicians, composers and performers of rare quality who created the intimate human musical experiences we all crave these days."

The festival will continue with nine more days of music. A full list of performances and dates are listed below. Concerts are for fully vaccinated audiences. For more information, including purchasing tickets and COVID-19 protocols for in-person performances, please visit 92NY.org/Concerts.

About The 92nd Street Y, New York: The 92nd Street Y, New York (92NY) is a world-class center for the arts and innovation, a convener of ideas, and an incubator for creativity. 92NY offers extensive classes, courses and events online including live concerts, talks and master classes; fitness classes for all ages; 250+ art classes, and parenting workshops for new moms and dads. The 92nd Street Y, New York is transforming the way people share ideas and translate them into action all over the world. All of 92NY's programming is built on a foundation of Jewish values, including the capacity of civil dialogue to change minds; the potential of education and the arts to change lives; and a commitment to welcoming and serving people of all ages, races, religions, and ethnicities. For more information, visit www.92NY.org. 

The 92nd Street Y, New York (92NY), one of New York's leading cultural venues, presents the The Bach-Mendelssohn Connection, a ten-day festival of concerts and salons that will explore the unexpected or hidden connections between Johann Sebastian Bach and Felix Mendelssohn. The festival will feature Jeremy Denk, Steven Isserlis, and more. Each performance and evening will explore the inspiration and influence in the world of two genius composers. Each concert will also be available via livestream and available for 72 hours from time of broadcast. Tickets for both the in-person and livestream options are $20-$50 and are available at 92ny.org/bach-festival.

STEVEN ISSERLIS, cello 
MISHKA RUSHDIE MOMEN, piano 
Saturday, June 4, 2022, 8 PM
Kaufmann Concert Hall/Online

Cellist Steven Isserlis performs selections from Bach's Six Suites for Unaccompanied Cello. Illuminating Isserlis' performance: a reading from his acclaimed book, The Bach Cello Suites, A Companion. Isserlis is joined for the remainder of the program by Mishka Rushdie Momen. They perform two Mendelssohn works, including the composer's D-Major Sonata – a work Fanny Mendelssohn frequently programmed in her salons, and an ideal platform for Isserlis and Rushdie Momen's artistry. 

J. S. BACH: Prelude and Fugue in C-sharp Minor, BWV 849 (from The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I)
J. S. BACH: Selections from Unaccompanied Cello Suites
Reading from Isserlis' The Bach Cello Suites – A Companion
MENDELSSOHN: Variations Concertantes for Cello and Piano, Op.17
MENDELSSOHN: Cello Sonata No. 2 in D Major, Op. 58

"The Bach-Mendelssohn Connection is the vision of our beloved colleague Hanna Arie-Gaifman," said Amy Lam, Vice President, Tisch Music, 92NY. "We're grateful to Hanna for continuing to share her deep musical intellect and passion with us, and for bringing some of classical music's most acclaimed artists to our stage this summer."

"This festival seeks to discover lesser-known connections between two composers from different eras," said Hanna Arie-Gaifman, Director Emeritus, Tisch Center for the Arts, 92NY. "The salons pay tribute to two seldom recognized salonieres - Sara Levi and Fanny Mendelssohn - musicians, composers and performers of rare quality who created the intimate human musical experiences we all crave these days."

The festival will continue with nine more days of music. A full list of performances and dates are listed below. Concerts are for fully vaccinated audiences. For more information, including purchasing tickets and COVID-19 protocols for in-person performances, please visit 92NY.org/Concerts.

About The 92nd Street Y, New York: The 92nd Street Y, New York (92NY) is a world-class center for the arts and innovation, a convener of ideas, and an incubator for creativity. 92NY offers extensive classes, courses and events online including live concerts, talks and master classes; fitness classes for all ages; 250+ art classes, and parenting workshops for new moms and dads. The 92nd Street Y, New York is transforming the way people share ideas and translate them into action all over the world. All of 92NY's programming is built on a foundation of Jewish values, including the capacity of civil dialogue to change minds; the potential of education and the arts to change lives; and a commitment to welcoming and serving people of all ages, races, religions, and ethnicities. For more information, visit www.92NY.org. 

Born in Pittsburgh, home to jazz greats Art Blakey, Ray Brown, Jeff "Tain" Watts and Ahmad Jamal, Richard D. Johnson has strong territorial jazz roots. He was first introduced to the piano at the age of five by his father, a gospel pianist from Baltimore. Since then, he has cultivated a rich and pedigreed musical background being schooled by some of the most legendary jazz musicians and studying at the most esteemed institutions of music. After receiving a scholarship and graduating from the Berklee School of Music in just two years, Richard entered the Boston Conservatory where he earned a Master’s degree in Jazz Pedagogy. He then went on to receive an Artist Performance Diploma at the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Performance at New England Conservatory under the direction of the influential Ron Carter. Richard was invited to become a member of Wynton Marsalis' Septet and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, which he did from 2000-2003. He also played as part of the Russell Malone Quartet, Delfeayo Marsalis Quintet & The Bobby Watson Quartet. After completing his tenure with those groups Richard started the Reach Afar program for young people ages of 7-17, educating them about elements of jazz in hip-hop. Richard has traveled extensively, sharing the gift of jazz to audiences around the world. As a representative of the United States through the U.S. State Department, Richard was named United States Musical Ambassador. During that time he did six State Department tours that took him to Central and South America, Africa, & The Middle East affording him the opportunity to perform in more than 76 countries. Richard has also accompanied such jazz icons as Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock and Arturo Sandoval. In 2005 Richard became the musical director for the Atlanta Spirit LLC. This joint project enabled him to create a live instrumental five-member band for the N.B.A and perform at all forty-six home games and outside activities. One of Richard's other strengths is administration and music management. In 2013 he began his artist in residence at Eau Claire University in Wisconsin. After a 2 year stint there he relocated to Doha Qatar and lived in the Middle East for four years managing several venues for the St. Regis Hotel Brand. Currently, Richard resides in Chicago. Also, Richard is the leading Jazz Piano instructor at Peabody Conservatory of John Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD. Richard also serves as the piano instructor for the Ravinia Jazz Program located in Chicago. Richard is an accomplished composer and arranger with five musical releases as a leader. His recently released project is entitled “First Glance” is inspired by all the beauty that’s happening in the world that is often overlooked due to negativity. Richard is a Yamaha endorsed piano artist! A limited number of in-person seats are available for $20 each. Please email henry@andiemusik.com for stipulations. Streaming cost is $10 Donations are welcomed. The link will be revealed to you 15 minutes before the show and will remain active through Sept. 2.

"FONIO" PREMIERE: JAZZIZ / APRIL 12, 2021 - Leni Stern’s new single, “Fonio,” is named after a delicious grain found all over Africa that is a staple of Senegalese cuisine. It is also featured in the guitarist/vocalist/producer’s forthcoming album, Dance, as one of the songs of its joyful, multilingual set, colored with a blend of international rhythms. Dance will be released on June 4 and sees her fronting her cross-cultural New York quartet with Argentine keyboardist Leo Genovese and the rhythm duo of bassist Mamadou Ba and percussionist Eladji Alioune Faye, both originally from Senegal. Elhadji Alioun Faye, percussion Mamadou Ba, bass Leo Genovese, piano Leni Stern, guitar, voice, ngoni calabas Dennis Chambers, drums Leni Stern was named one of the “50 Most Sensational Female Guitarists of All Time” in Guitar Player magazine’s 50th anniversary issue in 2017, with the publication aptly dubbing her “a genre-defying adventurer.” Leni’s example shines beyond just prowess on her instrument. The pursuit of her career across more than four decades has been in effect a political act – a practice in strength and defiance to be a woman and a bandleader, a female electric guitarist and a composer, an artist who produces her own albums and manages her own career. Moreover, given our recent political climate, it is now more essential than ever to celebrate the immigrant experience that brought Leni to the U.S. from Germany and her bandmates from Senegal and Argentina. Leni’s inspiration has long been the interconnectedness of music, history and our humanity. She says: “Music is one of the truest, most beautiful expressions of the human spirit, crossing borders, dissolving tribalism, binding us together – if we let it.” https://www.lenistern.com/ Dennis Chambers is an American drummer who has recorded and performed with John Scofield, George Duke, Brecker Brothers, Santana, Parliament/Funkadelic, John McLaughlin, Niacin, Mike Stern, CAB, Greg Howe, and many others. Despite a lack of formal training, Chambers has become well known among drummers for his technique and speed.[citation needed]Chambers is particularly regarded for his ability to play "in the pocket" but can also stretch very far out of the pocket which is also a hallmark of his technique.[citation needed] Chambers exhibits a powerful style that is technically proficient, yet highly musical and groove-oriented.[citation needed] He can play in a wide variety of musical genres, but is perhaps most notable for his jazz-fusion, funk, and Latin music playing. He is mostly known for his fast hands and triplets on the bass drum. He has helped many young drummers, the most prominent being Tony Royster, Jr. https://www.dennischambers.com/ Showtime is 7 pm ET/6 pm CT/5 pm MT/4 pm PT/11 pm GMT A limited number of in-person seats are available for $25 each. Please email henry@andiemusik.com for stipulations. Streaming cost is $15 Donations are welcomed The link will be revealed to you 15 minutes before the show and will remain active through June 4

“A searing unison interplay between Theo Bleckmann and Ben Monder – either they rehearsed this passage for months or they have developed a familial telepathy from their years of collaboration.” —All About Jazz

Acclaimed jazz guitarist Ben Monder joins forces with vocalist Theo Bleckmann to perform at Zinc on Monday, January 16.

A musician in the New York City area for over 30 years, Ben Monder has performed with a wide variety of artists, including Jack McDuff, Marc Johnson, Lee Konitz, Billy Childs, Andrew Cyrille, George Garzone, Paul Motian, Maria Schneider, and Marshall Crenshaw. He also contributed guitar parts to the last David Bowie album, “Blackstar”. Ben conducts clinics and workshops around the world, and has served on the faculties of the New England Conservatory, NYU, and the New School. He was the recipient of a Doris Duke Impact Award in 2014, and a Shifting Foundation grant in 2013. Ben continues to perform original music internationally in solo and trio settings, and in a long-standing duo project with vocalist Theo Bleckmann. He has appeared on over 200 CDs as a sideman, and has released 6 as a leader: Amorphae (ECM, 2015), Hydra (Sunnyside, 2013), Oceana (Sunnyside, 2005), Excavation (Arabesque, 2000), Dust(Arabesque, 1997), and Flux(Songlines,1995).

GRAMMY® nominated jazz singer and new music composer Theo Bleckmann’s diverse recorded work includes albums of Las Vegas standards, Weimar art songs, and popular “bar songs” (all with pianist Fumio Yasuda); a recording of newly-arranged songs by Charles Ives (with jazz/rock collective Kneebody); and his acclaimed “Hello Earth – the Music of Kate Bush.” Bleckmann has most recently appeared as a special guest on recordings by Ambrose Akinmusire for Blue Note Records and Julia Hülsmann’s trio for ECM Records. In January 2017, ECM will release Bleckmann’s recording with his new Elegy Quintet, produced by legendary label head and founder, Manfred Eicher. Bleckmann has collaborated with musicians, artists, actors, and composers, including Ambrose Akinmusire, Laurie Anderson, Uri Caine, Philip Glass, Ann Hamilton, John Hollenbeck, Sheila Jordan, Phil Kline, David Lang, Kirk Nurock, Frances McDormand, Ben Monder, Michael Tilson Thomas, Kenny Wheeler, John Zorn, the Bang on a Can All-Stars, and, most prominently, Meredith Monk, with whom Bleckmann worked as a core ensemble member for over fifteen years.
He has been interviewed by Terry Gross on NPR’s Fresh Air and appeared on the David Letterman show with Laurie Anderson. In 2015, Bleckmann premiered a new work for the American Composers Orchestra at Carnegie Hall, and in 2016 he brings new work to the New York Philharmonic Biennial and the LA Philharmonic. Bleckmann has consistently appeared in the top-five spots in the DownBeat Critics’ Polls for Best Male Vocalist, and top-ten spots in their Readers’ Polls, and his work on Phil Kline’s “Out Cold” helped place that production on WQXR’s Operavore “Best Opera of 2012”. In 2010, Bleckmann received the prestigious JAZZ ECHO award from the Deutsche Phono-Akademie in his native Germany.

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

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