St. Louis–born vocalist, composer, and educator Alicia Olatuja is celebrated for her rich fusion of jazz, gospel, classical, R&B, and Afropop. Classically trained as a mezzo-soprano, Olatuja earned degrees from the University of Missouri and Manhattan School of Music, debuting at Carnegie Hall and Opera Memphis. She gained national attention singing at President Obama’s 2013 […]
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Pat Metheny is a groundbreaking jazz guitarist and composer. He started playing trumpet when he was eight, then switched to guitar at 12, and quickly gained recognition in Kansas City by the time he was 15. His 1975 debut album, Bright Size Life, redefined jazz guitar for a new generation. Metheny’s career spans collaborations with […]
For Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms, country music is soul music. Blending classic country, bluegrass, old-time, and Cajun influences, the duo offers a refreshing departure from the often sorrowful themes found in traditional music. As a vocally-led band, Caleb & Reeb focus on the art of harmony, captivating listeners with the joy of telling universal […]
Tord Gustavsen began playing piano at four and composing before reading music. Trained in classical, gospel, and jazz traditions, he studied psychology, religion, and musicology at the University of Oslo before completing jazz studies in Trondheim. His debut trio album Changing Places launched an acclaimed international career, followed by several trilogies exploring lyrical, meditative jazz. […]
Hailing from Greensboro, North Carolina, Sam Fribush is on the frontlines of the Hammond organ revival. Featuring Fribush on Hammond organ, Will Darity on guitar, and Chuck Pinckney on drums, the Sam Fribush Organ Trio recently released its latest LP People Please, featuring grooves like “Ok Boomer,” “Fat Nap,” and the title track “People Please.” […]
Three-time Grammy-winning guitarist John Scofield stands as one of modern jazz’s most innovative and versatile artists. Over his 54-year career, he has developed a distinctive sound that blends bebop, blues, funk, rock, and electronic jazz. Having recorded nearly 50 albums as a leader and collaborated with legends like Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, and Pat Metheny, […]
Santa Rosa-born guitarist Julian Lage has emerged as a stunningly accomplished creative force in modern music. He was the subject of the Oscar-nominated documentary film Jules at Eight, a Grammy Award performer at 13, and achieved faculty status at the Stanford Jazz Workshop at 15. Lage joined the vibraphone innovator Gary Burton’s star-making quartet in […]
Santa Rosa-born guitarist Julian Lage has emerged as a stunningly accomplished creative force in modern music. He was the subject of the Oscar-nominated documentary film Jules at Eight, a Grammy Award performer at 13, and achieved faculty status at the Stanford Jazz Workshop at 15. Lage joined the vibraphone innovator Gary Burton’s star-making quartet in […]
The Jay Rudd Band brings together deep southern roots, seasoned musicianship, and a fresh wave of original songwriting. After 15 years performing throughout the Southeast in bluegrass and country bands, Jay Rudd steps into the spotlight with a project that blends heartfelt originals with the timeless sounds of classic country and bluegrass. Fronted by Jay […]
Closing Weekend Pre-Party for Dwayne Dopsie & the Zydeco Hellraisers / Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars For more than half a century, Scott Alexander has been playing and singing blues and roots rock ’n’ roll, seasoned with New Orleans R&B. Over the years, he has shared the stage with artists such as Taj Mahal, Clarence “Gatemouth” […]
This special centennial program keeps one foot rooted in the rich legacy of Miles Davis while the other leaps boldly into the future. Under the direction of award-winning pianist and composer John Beasley, this all-star sextet delves into the visionary spirit and boundless creativity of Davis, exploring the vast directions his music continues to inspire. […]
