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The world-famous Harlem Gospel Choir is the most renowned gospel choir in America and a preeminent gospel choir worldwide. The Choir presents the finest singers and musicians from Harlem's Black Churches and the New York/Tri-State area. The Harlem Gospel Choir has shared its message of love and inspiration with thousands of people from various nations and cultures. The Harlem Gospel Choir's songs of gospel and inspiration will touch the depths of your soul and lift your spirit to angelic heights, with sounds that are unfettered, joyous, and inspirational.

Deeply rooted in the history of the African-American slave trade, black gospel music can be traced back to the 1700s when African slaves brought their unique African musical heritage to America and combined it with their new faith – Christianity. Out of the hardship and the trials of slavery, this unique musical tradition came to be, and forever changed music as we know it. Blues, Soul, and Rock-and-Roll…they all have origins in black gospel music. Harlem Gospel Choir presents modern gospel classics as performed in the black churches of Harlem today.

Harlem Gospel Choir have performed alongside superstars such as Bono, Diana Ross, The Gorillaz, Andre Rieu, Damon Albarn, Pharrell Williams and most recently with JamieXX, Raury, KBS Korean Traditional Music Orchestra and Lang Lang, Lou Gramm of Foreigner, Dee Snider of Twisted Sister, Sia, Yolanda Adams, The 1975, Ibeyi, Nile Rodgers, Kathy Sledge and at the 2018 Grammy Award Show with Sam Smith. They have performed for three Presidents (President Obama, President Carter and President Nelson Mandela), two Popes (Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI), Ban Ki-Moon, and the UN General Assembly. They have recorded with Keith Richards, The Chieftains, and Trace Adkins among others.

• 1:30pm (Doors open at noon)
• There is a $20 Minimum Per Person
• All seating is first come, first served
• Table Seating is all ages, Bar Area is 21+. Bar Area tickets for patrons under 21 will not be honored

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

David DeJesus is a multiple Grammy Award winning saxophonist and bandleader from Brooklyn, NY who has established himself as a key player in numerous bands in various genres. In Jazz, David has performed with the Village Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, the Mingus Big Band, the Dizzy Gillespie Alumni All-Stars, and Jimmy Heath’s Big Band along with many others. In Latin Jazz and Salsa, David has shared the stage with Ruben Blades, Larry Harlow, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Arturo O’Farrill and Tito Rodriguez Jr.

Currently, David is the Director of the Birdland Big Band, a member of the Grammy nominated Bobby Sanabria Big Band, and Musical Director for legendary Ron Carter’s Great Big Band. On top of his busy performing career, David has long been involved in education. Having taught at major conservatories including Manhattan School of Music, New York University, and the New School, David is proud to currently be a Full-Time Faculty member and Head of Jazz Studies at Purchase College.

Art Lillard drums & bandleader, David Caldwell-Mason keyboards, Lou Pappas bass, Rich Johnson trumpet, Kate Anderson tenor sax, Doug Remine trombone

The Intergenerational Jazz Power Jam series resumes in February, presenting "Dr. E Digs Deep - blues roots bring sweet fruits." Led by JPI's Managing and Artistic Director Eli "Dr. E" Yamin, the Intergenerational Jazz Power Jam will be held February 16 7 PM at Alianza Dominicana Cultural Center and February 19 2PM at National Jazz Museum in Harlem. Dr. E and his quartet will perform songs made famous by Willie Dixon, Elizabeth Cotten, Elvis Presley, Mahalia Jackson and pieces from his own creation. Featured artists include Dr. E, piano and voice, Zaid Nasser, alto saxophone, Elias Bailey, bass, David F. Gibson, drums, and special guests including Nicole Davis, trumpet. RSVP at no cost at jazzpower.org/powerjam.

The Intergenerational Jazz Power Jam is made possible by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council; the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature; Howard Gilman Foundation; Hispanic Federation and the Miranda Family Fund; New York Community Trust and individual donors.

The will perform with music from such artists as; Art Farmer, Lee Morgan, Bobby Watson, James Williams and more.

Featuring: drummer/leader Wayne Henderson, Tadataka Unno on piano, Marco Panascia on bass, Altin Sencalar on trombone, David Sneider on trumpet and Anthony Ware on sax.

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.

Travel back in time to the 1920’s Savoy Ballroom as music director Frank Owens and choreographer/ dance historian Mickey Davidson team up to present a dance experience like no other. Next on our Black History Month Trilogy (also known as African-American History Month), we are celebrating the gravity-defying contributions of Frankie Manning and Norma Miller known as The Lindy Hop and Air Steps. Coupled with swing music tributes once played at The Savoy Ballroom, you can take part in celebrating history with us.

Audiences will learn from Mickey Davidson dances from the swing era and history of African American Dances. Then they’ll get to put their new moves to practice as Frank Owens and a swing band transport us all to the 1920s through an unforgettable concert. Also joining the night will be the talented Theara J Ward, Music Director Patience Higgins, The Savoy Swingers, and Harvest Moon Hoppers.

See you on the dance floor!

Join the RJO All-Stars for a rousing evening of dueling tenor sax action with Bryan Beninghove and the fabulous Jerry Weldon! They'll be accompanied by the fab RJO-All Stars Kyle Koehler (organ) and Winard Harper (drums). Two sets starting at 8 PM. $20. Great food and drink in the intimate setting of the Fox & Crow. Don't miss this special BOSS TENOR night!

Part of NBJP's mission is to showcase the next generation of jazz musicians...the future "greats!" This is a chance to see them NOW! Tuesday, February 7 John Pachnos leads the band and the jam session. Open Session - ALL WELCOME - at 8:30.

Join us for an evening at the intersection of jazz, classical music, and creative writing. Featuring Wynton Marsalis’ String Quartet No. 1, performed by the New Jersey Symphony Chamber Players and interspersed with spoken word by Simeon Marsalis, writer and faculty member at Rutgers University-Newark. We hope you will attend this monumental collaboration with Rutgers’ Institute of Jazz Studies.