The annual event highlights the talents of the many renowned and emerging jazz instrumentalists in the borough of Queens. The day will include performances by student jazz combos, jazz master classes open to all students and aspiring performers, middle school and high school student bands, and an educational workshop for children. The evening will feature an exciting lineup of seven professional Queens-based jazz ensembles. Audiences are welcome at all workshops and performances, which are free (no reservation required) and open to the public.
“deep rhythms, fluttering vocals and serious grooves” (NPR) The group’s sound grew into what they call ‘East-African retro-pop’ which harkens back to the hazy sounds of 1960s and 70s Nubian music combined with Eastern instrumentation, soaring vocal melodies and pentatonic arrangements. Tickets: $16/$10 Members & Students
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