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Steely Dan Tribute Band The Fine Colombians Celebrates 10 Years

The group has become a must-see institution, performing sold-out shows across the Southeast.

South African Trumpeter Darren English to Debut New Album at Atlanta Jazz Concert

English's 'He Said/She Said' will be the focus of the February 13th Jazz at All Saints' performance.

Grammy-Winning Musician Joins Augustana University as Artist-in-Residence

Matthew Whitaker, a 24-year-old piano prodigy, brings his Grammy-winning talents to the school's music program.

Miles, Coltrane Centennial Celebrated in Ann Arbor Concert

Terence Blanchard and Ravi Coltrane to perform a tribute to jazz legends Miles Davis and John Coltrane

Southcoast Brass Band to Headline Mardi Gras Celebration

Festive event at Bayside Lounge raises funds for local youth organization

Overlooked No More: Clifford Brown, Trumpeter Whose Brief Life Left a Lasting Mark

The jazz prodigy died in a car crash at 25, but his influence endures.

Los Angeles Launches Inaugural Jazz Festival Aiming to Be World's Third Largest

The 25-day event in August 2026 is envisioned as the largest Black-owned jazz festival ever, blending world-class performances with community engagement and cultural education.

Lumiere Lounge Hosts Jazz Talk Series with Trey Wright

Four-part lecture series kicks off with discussion on Miles Davis' "Kind of Blue"

West Jordan Jazz Band Hosts Valentine's Concert

Free concert features swing, bossa nova, and classic jazz standards.

New Jazz Lounge Nightjar Opens at Eton This Week

The Woodmere bar debuts with cocktails named after local landmarks and a menu featuring skewers and tinned fish boards.

Kendra Erika Brings 'License to Thrill, The James Bond Songbook' to Las Vegas for One-Night-Only Album Release Event

Billboard No. 1 artist Kendra Erika to debut new album with glamorous, Bond-inspired live showcase in Las Vegas on February 15.

Grammy-Winning Jazz Pianist Plays Valentine's Fundraiser for All Saints Youth Choirs

Proceeds from the event will fund the choirs' trip to a festival in San Diego.

Jazz Clarinetist Ken Peplowski Dies at 66

Peplowski, known for his warm tone and fluency on the instrument, helped revive the jazz clarinet.

Atlanta Jazz Festival Celebrates 49th Year with 2026 Lineup

The free festival in Piedmont Park will feature Grammy winners and local artists across Memorial Day weekend.

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Delights Iowa City Crowd

Wynton Marsalis and his renowned ensemble perform Duke Ellington-inspired program at Hancher Auditorium

Healdsburg Native Sarah Wilson Celebrates Valentine's Day with Brass Tonic Ensemble

The singer-songwriter-composer-trumpeter returns to her Petaluma home to perform at Della Fattoria for her new album 'Incandescence'.

Grammy Winners to Headline Atlanta Jazz Festival

Kamasi Washington, The Roots, and PJ Morton to perform at annual 3-day event in Piedmont Park

Timucua Amplifies Black Voices concert series kicks off in Orlando

The series aims to highlight Black artists and musicians in the local community.

Bulgarian Pianist Kristina Marinova Wows Audiences

Marinova's album "4 RHAPSODIES" and recent performance at Tarrytown Music Hall receive critical acclaim.

Kristina Marinova's Album Earns Honors at World Entertainment Awards

The Bus Came By And I Got On recognized with multiple awards at prestigious ceremony in Los Angeles.

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