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Birdland Big Band

December 31, 2025 7:00 pm

Birdland Jazz Club
315 West 44th Street, New York, NY 10036

Come out for a week and celebrate the New Year with the Birdland Big Band Directed by David DeJesus! Every Friday, and for two headlining weeks a year, the BBB roars into action playing a thrilling and original mix of jazz, funk, Brazilian, Latin and world music for sold-out audiences.

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Why We Like It

  • Featured weekly guest artists drop-in from television bands (David Letterman, Saturday Night Live) and pop music touring bands (Rob Thomas, Rod Stewart).
  • Time Out New York called the BBB, a completely unique experience... there isn't another band like this anywhere.
  • Yelp.com proclaims, if you hear one band in NYC make sure this is it... and prepare to be blown away!

Who Should Attend

Jazz fans, music lovers, and New Year's revelers will enjoy this high-energy big band performance.

In the Spotlight

David DeJesus

The saxophonist and leader of the Birdland Big Band, who has performed with renowned jazz and Latin music groups.

Birdland Big Band

A dynamic 18-piece big band that plays a thrilling mix of jazz, funk, Brazilian, Latin, and world music.

About the Venue

Birdland Jazz Club

A renowned jazz club in New York City that has hosted legendary artists for over 70 years.

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