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Join host Brandon W. Mejia with legendary trombonist, Conrad Herwig, find out what exactly is "Latin Jazz" and who helped shape this music.

Critically acclaimed trumpeter and newly published author, Jeremy Pelt, joins Angélika Beener to discuss Freddie Hubbard's 1971 release Straight Life.

Acclaimed DJ and producer DJ Spinna joins Angélika Beener to discuss Stevie Wonder's 90s classic, Jungle Fever.

Lauded musicians Josh Evans and Marcus Strickland join Milestones to discuss the debut album from saxophone giant Joe Henderson.

George Cables Trio Saturday, March 12, 2022 8 pm at the Vermont Jazz Center George Cables is a true jazz master, revered by aficionados and peers alike for his inventive harmonic concepts and beautiful, lyrical style. He will be performing in a trio setting at the jazz center with Essiet Essiet on acoustic bass and Jerome Jennings on drums. Cables was born in New York City in 1944, and was initially a classically trained pianist. He attended the High School of Performing Arts and then went on to study at Mannes College of Music. As a young man he was drawn to jazz and began studying and playing gigs around New York at the Top of the Gate, Slugs, and other venues. During that time, he toured and recorded with the legendary drummer Max Roach. His piano can be heard on Roach’s seminal album, Lift Every Voice and Sing. In 1969, Cables was the pianist for Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers for a short time and then went on to tour with tenor titan Sonny Rollins.  Rollins took Cables to the West Coast where he took up residency. Collaborations and recordings by Mr. Cables include work with tenor saxophonists Joe Henderson, Dexter Gordon, Sonny Rollins, trumpeters Freddie Hubbard and Woody Shaw. The longest standing relationship Cables developed was with alto saxophonist Art Pepper.  Cables became Pepper’s pianist of choice, so much so that Pepper gave him the moniker “Mr. Beautiful.” Cables has recorded almost 40 albums as a leader and upwards of 200 albums as a sideman with some of the greatest jazz musicians of our time, including Freddie Hubbard, Art Pepper, Dexter Gordon, Bobby Hutcherson, Frank Morgan, Max Roach, Gary Bartz, Bud Shank, Phil Woods,Woody Shaw, Roy Haynes, Joe Henderson, Von Freeman, Sonny Rollins,David “Fathead” Newman et al. This concert will have both a limited in-person audience & a livestream component. You may purchase in-person tickets, $20-40 sliding scale, and/or donate to the livestream.  Please give generously and support live music. Sponsored by Diana Bingham, & Dave Ellis & Anne Greenawalt of Ellis Music Mask & proof of vaccination required. https://vtjazz.org/upcoming-events/concerts/ https://vtjazz.org/upcoming-events/sliding-scale-ticket-policy/ https://vtjazz.org/2021-safety-protocols-for-in-person-activities/ https://secure.vtjazz.org/np/clients/vtjazz/eventRegistration.jsp? https://www.facebook.com/events/5047887615231795 www.vtjazz.org gingervjc@vtjazz.org 802 258 9088 Vermont Jazz Center 72 Cotton Mill Hill #222 Brattleboro VT 05301

Join award-winning pianist and composer Charu Suri, who became the first Indian jazz artist to premiere an evening of work at Carnegie Hall, in an evening of her music that draws from her native Indian rhythms and ragas (modal scales), in an enthralling, energetic and soulful musical experience unlike anything you’ve heard, with glorious Sufi singing on top of it all.

Praised by GRAMMY winners and a winner of several awards for her work, Suri’s ensemble pulls you deep into the heart and soul of the East while pushing the boundaries of a jazz trio. Lyrics or ghazals sung by Falsa, and percussion by Jesse Gerbasi.

Pianist and composer Charu Suri treads fearlessly between genres, pulling global influences that range from the mood-anchoring Indian ragas, Sufi music, to the trio. Her ground-breaking albums, The Book of Ragas, and its sequel, The Book of Ragas vol. 2 have often elicited the response, "I've never heard this type of sound before."

One of the few female composers from India to perform work at Carnegie Hall, Charu has lived in four continents, and writes music that reflect her journey as both a traveler and her training as a classical music piano prodigy. She has been playing the piano since the age of five, and performing since the age of nine, and one of her best memories is winning an international piano competition at the age of 15.

What started purely as an experiment with her "Book of Ragas" has turned into a niche that she is now increasingly becoming known for.

In her latest "Book of Ragas vol. 2," which was highlighted by Jazz at Lincoln Center as an August new release, Suri uses her native Carnatic and Hindustani ragas (modal scales) as the basis for lyrical and energetic piano improvisations, layered by Sufi singing. All About Jazz has praised her for creating a new sound, and her raga compositions have garnered her an Hollywood Music in Media nomination, an International Singer Songwriters Association gold record, and Global Music Awards as well as praise from fellow GRAMMY voting members.

But she is no stranger to the art of the Songbook too (attribute this to her listening to numerous records of Bill Evans and Billie Holiday as a kid). "The New American Songbook" has garnered many awards, including a "Band Single of the Year" crystal trophy for her song, Bluesy, awarded by the International Singer-Songwriters Association (ISSA) in 2021.

Charu has performed at Lincoln Center and other prestigious concert halls around the world, including St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands. She often performs with her band, and sometimes as a soloist.

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, September 6, Danny Raycraft leads the band and the jam session. Open Session - ALL WELCOME - at 8:30.

Patrick's Place and Harlem Late Night Jazz presents Jazz Jam led by Patience Higgins Musicians and Vocalists welcome Doors open at 6pm, 1st set 8pm; 2nd set 9:45pm No Cover | Free Tickets: www.patricksplaceharlem.com Come join us for Food, Drink and Jazz NYC COVID Requirement: Proof of vaccination

NYC-based Zachary Hann Trio return to High Bridge this Saturday (Nov. 13) for two sets at Scout’s Coffee Bar + Mercantile, 11 Main St. The jazz performance will be accompanied by a culinary experience presented by chef Andrew Mercado, who will be serving Taco Asado from his upcoming wood-fired taco spot in Flemington.

New York-based Zachary Hann Trio is playing two sets at 6 pm and 8 pm. Ticket includes made-to-order Neapolitan pizza from Siblings Pizza.