6pm – 10pm | SILVANA | 300 W 116th St., Harlem, NYC, 10026
Phil’s House of Blues w/ Phil Young
Harlem legend Phil Young has been playing drums on and off since Bobby Blue Bland spotted him at an amateur night at the Apollo Theatre, when he was fifteen, and invited him to come play in black night clubs across the South. Since then, he has toured internationally and played with greats such as Stanley Turrentine, George Benson, and Dizzy Gillespie. He is reviving his House of Blues concept at Silvana with A-list musical collaborators and featuring vocalists Andy Story and Marvel Allen.
6:30pm – 9pm | RED ROOSTER | 310 Lenox Ave. Harlem, NYC 10027
Named in honor of the legendary Harlem speakeasy that attracted neighborhood folk, jazz greats, and noteworthy figures of the 20th century; from Adam Clayton Powell Jr. to Nat King Cole and James Baldwin. We’re privileged to share our namesake with the original Red Rooster.
7pm | NATIONAL JAZZ MUSEUM IN HARLEM | 58 W 129TH St., Harlem, NYC 10027
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8pm | HARLEM NIGHTS | 2361 7th Ave., Harlem, NYC 10027
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7pm – 11pm | NAMA | 107 W 130th St., Harlem, NYC 10027
Monday Night Musicians Jam @ NAMA
On Monday nights, musicians show up to flex their vocals or jam on a tune or two. If you love a good get-together, they happen at NAMA every Monday. Musicians come out to jam, and many singers come ready to show their gifts. Musician’s jam always provides an unpredictable and delightful night. $10 Cover
Founded in 1904, NAMA (New Amsterdam Musical Association), is the oldest African-American musical organization in the United States. It was founded at the time that the American Federation of Musicians Local 310 did not admit minority musicians. Taking matters in their own hands, NAMA became the first black music union thus allowing black musicians to perform in and around New York City!
8:30pm | COTTON CLUB | 656 W 125th St., Harlem, NYC 10027
King Solomon Hicks
“King” Solomon Hicks (born February 8, 1995) is an American guitarist, blues, jazz singer, and composer. His style of music ranges from jazz, blues, classical, gospel, R&B, funk, Afro-Cuban, and classic rock. Hicks has been a blues guitarist since he was 13.
He plays a Benedetto GA35 guitar. Benedetto jazz guitars are hand crafted by Robert Benedetto an American luthier of archtop jazz guitars.
6:30pm – 9pm | RED ROOSTER | 310 Lenox Ave. Harlem, NYC 10027
Named in honor of the legendary Harlem speakeasy that attracted neighborhood folk, jazz greats, and noteworthy figures of the 20th century; from Adam Clayton Powell Jr. to Nat King Cole and James Baldwin. We’re privileged to share our namesake with the original Red Rooster.
7pm – MIDNIGHT | THE SHRINE | 2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd., Harlem, NYC 10030
Jazz, Latin Jazz & World.
This no-cover live music venue, bar and restaurant opened in 2007, but has quickly become a neighborhood institution. Features jazz, reggae, funk, soul, world music, hip-hop, rock, pop and electronica.
9pm -1am | NAMA | 107 W 130th St., Harlem, NYC 10027
Reggie Workman’s New School Ensemble
An outstanding quintet of young lions under the tutelage of NEA Jazz Master Reggie Workman.
Sean Hong Wei – Tenor Saxophone
Michael Golub – Trumpet
Hana Igarashi – Piano
Elay Kadosh – Double Bass
Nadav Beary – DrumsIn partnership with the Jazz Foundation of America, Harlem Late Night Jazz is pleased to bring this incredible evening of Jazz. Today’s masters & young lions tackle a wide array of music in a speakeasy environment (BYOB). It’s electric. Suggested Donation $10
6:30pm – 9pm | RED ROOSTER | 310 Lenox Ave. Harlem, NYC 10027
Soul Power Band w/ C. Kelly Wright
C. Kelly Wright is an award-winning actress, singer, coach, and host, “a force of nature with power-house pipes that demand not only to be heard but felt”. Catch the vibe as C. Kelly Wright takes center stage with her band every Sunday in Harlem at Harlem Shake! Read more about C. Kelly Wright here.
Named in honor of the legendary Harlem speakeasy that attracted neighborhood folk, jazz greats, and noteworthy figures of the 20th century; from Adam Clayton Powell Jr. to Nat King Cole and James Baldwin. We’re privileged to share our namesake with the original Red Rooster.
8pm – 11pm | ROOM 623 | 271 West 119th, (Frederick Douglass & St. Nicholas), Harlem, NYC 10026
The Harlem Jazz Session w/ Peter Brainin & Friends
Peter Brainin is a 3x Grammy and Latin Grammy winning saxophonist, composer and educator who has toured internationally with Mongo Santamaría, Valery Ponomorev, Hilton Ruiz, Bebo Valdez, Chico O’Farrill, Bobby Sanabria, Arturo O’Farrill & the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra (with whom he’s featured on 2 Grammy winning CD’s), Joris Teepe, Willie Colon & Legal Alien, Samuel Torres, the Mambo Legends Orchestra and John DiMartino as well as with his own quartet and as a guest artist and clinician. In the U.S. he has performed and/or recorded with Wynton Marsalis, Benny Golson, Randy Weston, Harold Mabern, Idris Muhammad, Jerry Gonzalez, Paquito D’Rivera, Israel “Cachao” López, Sheila E., Eddie Palmieri and many other Jazz and Latin Jazz legends. Peter has appeared on over 200 albums including his own as co-leader with Steve Johns (which also feature contributions by Conrad Herwig, George Cables and Ben Monder) and with the quartet Native Soul. A native of the Bronx, he twice received the BRIO (Bronx Recognizes its Own) award for music composition from Bronx Council on the Arts.
Downstairs in this intimate speakeasy you’ll find innovative live jazz & incredible food. In addition to the music, Room 623’s classic art deco bar serves out hand-crafted artisanal cocktails alongside B²runch Harlem’s elevated seafood concept at the hand of Executive Chef, Jose Luis Miguel.
9pm – 1am | NAMA | 107 W 130th St., Harlem, NYC 10027
New Amsterdam Musical Association’s
Master’s & Lion’s Jam w/ Kevin Oliver Jr. featuring Reggie Workman
The outstanding young saxophonist of Julliard jams with grand master and NEA award winner Reggie Workman.
HLNJ Master’s Jam promises a fantastic night with today’s top jazz masters in rotation. In partnership with the Jazz Foundation of America, Harlem Late Night Jazz is pleased to bring this incredible evening of Jazz. Today’s masters & young lions tackle a wide array of music in a speakeasy environment (BYOB). It’s electric. Suggested Donation $10
Founded in 1904, NAMA (New Amsterdam Musical Association), is the oldest African-American musical organization in the United States. It was founded at the time that the American Federation of Musicians Local 310 did not admit minority musicians. Taking matters in their own hands, NAMA became the first black music union thus allowing black musicians to perform in and around New York City!
6:30pm – 9pm | RED ROOSTER | 310 Lenox Ave. Harlem, NYC 10027
L’Artiste Lynette Washington
Washington, a multi-talented artist, captivates audiences with her powerful vocals, captivating stage presence, and deep connection to the rich history of jazz. Her repertoire spans multiple genres, effortlessly weaving together classic jazz standards, contemporary soul, and gospel influences to create a truly unique and captivating sound.
Located in the heart of Harlem, Red Rooster Harlem serves comfort food that celebrates the roots of American cuisine and the neighborhood’s diverse culinary traditions. We seek to share the story of Harlem with our guests and offer a space that celebrates local artists, musicians and culinary talents alike. We embrace today’s Harlem with a spirit of inclusiveness and community by hiring our family of staff from within the community, inspiring better eating through neighborhood cooking classes and buying from local purveyors.
7pm & 9pm | MINTON’S PLAYHOUSE | 206 W 118th St., Harlem, NYC 10026
Black Art Jazz Collective
This collective is a sextet that features top-notch musicians carrying on the tradition of the spirited and socially conscious. black jazz of the 1960s and ‘70s. Members include Jeremy Pelt, Josh Evans and Wallace Roney Jr. (tp), James Burton III (tp), Wayne Escoffery (saxophones), Xavier Davis and Victor Gould (p,el p), Vincent Archer and Rashaan Carter (b) and Johnathan Blake and Mark Whitfield, Jr. (d).
Established in 1938 by saxophonist Henry Minton, Minton’s Playhouse stands as a pivotal shrine in the history of jazz, renowned as the birthplace of Bebop. Over the ensuing decades, it served as the epicenter for a revolutionary shift in jazz, laying the foundations for modern jazz.
7pm | PATRICK’S PLACE | 2835 Frederick Douglas Blvd. New York NY 10039
Open Mic w/ Mick Young’s Soul Guard
A haven for jazz masters, Patrick’s Place features a relaxed, friendly dining experience filled with the soulful sounds of jazz and rhythmic Caribbean music. As native Jamaican’s, their passion is to recreate the delicious aromas and flavors for you.
8pm | LUCILLE’S |26 Macombs Pl., Harlem, NYC 10039
Ruben Fox X Strivers Row Sessions
A rising star on the UK and US jazz scene, saxophonist Ruben Fox has already performed with legends including Wynton Marsalis, Jon Batiste, Roy Hargrove and Barry Harris, as well as other upcoming artists of his generation such as Reuben James and Mark Kavuma. From a musical family, Ruben is an alum of the renowned jazz education programme Tomorrow’s Warriors, as well as the Trinity Laban Conservatoire for Music and Dance and the renowned performing arts conservatory Julliard in New York City. His sound has been compared to such heavyweights as Ben Webster, Coleman Hawkins and particularly Don Byas, possessing an exquisite tone and dynamic range. Ruben’s first album, simply-titled ‘Introducing Ruben Fox’ features a revolving cast of guests and also showcased his evident producing and arranging skills. Along with his considerable panache as a performer, Ruben is definitely one to watch.
Every Thursday come listen to either the sounds of Ruben Fox and friends as they play a more classic style of Jazz or jam with Stivers Row Sessions for a night of Neo-Soul and R&B. Learn more at www.striversrow.live
8pm & 10pm | ROOM 623 | 271 West 119th, (Frederick Douglass & St. Nicholas), Harlem, NYC 10026
Vivian Sessoms
You have to feel something about what you’re saying if you want anyone else to buy into it”, explains Vivian Sessoms with absolute certainty. “It’s important to me to mean what I say when I’m writing or singing a song. It can’t simply be just a collection of words. ” For Vivian, a life surrounded by music has ingrained the passion and the power of music in her. Born and raised in Harlem, Vivian, whose mother was a session/jingle-singer, and father who was a flautist/percussionist (for James Brown among others), learned the wonder and the craft of music at a young age. Several years of resume building followed, with Vivian performing, either live or in the studio, with an amazing array of artists including: P. Diddy, Michael Jackson, Donna Summer, Sinead O Connor, and Stevie Wonder to name a small few. Read more about Vivian Sessoms here.
Downstairs in this intimate speakeasy you’ll find innovative live jazz & incredible food. In addition to the music, Room 623’s classic art deco bar serves out hand-crafted artisanal cocktails alongside B²runch Harlem’s elevated seafood concept at the hand of Executive Chef, Jose Luis Miguel.
11pm – 3am | MINTON’S PLAYHOUSE | 206 W 118th St., Harlem, NYC 10026
Patience Higgins
Grammy award-winning jazz saxophonist, flutist, clarinet, oboe, and English horn musician. Higgins has performed with Count Basie and Duke Ellington Orchestras, Barry Harris, Archie Shepp, Jimmy Scott, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Paquito D’Rivera, Cleo Laine, and The Sugar Hill Jazz Quartet. Higgins is a Broadway musician and an educator. Global, yet Higgins has held a residency for over 25 years.
Late Night Jams are back!! Established in 1938 by saxophonist Henry Minton, Minton’s Playhouse stands as a pivotal shrine in the history of jazz, renowned as the birthplace of Bebop. Over the ensuing decades, it served as the epicenter for a revolutionary shift in jazz, laying the foundations for modern jazz.
6:30pm – 9pm | RED ROOSTER | 310 Lenox Ave. Harlem, NYC 10027
Stanley Banks & Friends (Soul w/ one of the singers from Those Guys)
Bass guitar great Stanley Banks, a winner of multiple platinum and gold records, is a Brooklyn native and member of the Brooklyn Jazz Hall of Fame. Stanley began playing the bass while in high school, but his real musical education came from playing in the clubs along Fulton and Nostrand Avenues in Brooklyn. His professional career began with Eddie “Cleanhead” Vinson and blossomed with Esther Phillips. On July 4, 1975, Banks met George Benson and started an on-going 44-year relationship with this jazz legend.
Named in honor of the legendary Harlem speakeasy that attracted neighborhood folk, jazz greats, and noteworthy figures of the 20th century; from Adam Clayton Powell Jr. to Nat King Cole and James Baldwin. We’re privileged to share our namesake with the original Red Rooster.
7pm & 9pm | MINTON’S PLAYHOUSE | 206 W 118th St., Harlem, NYC 10026
Eugenie Jones | C.D. Release Party
Eugenie Jones is a Seattle-area-based, award-winning American singer and songwriter with an international fanbase. Her wide-ranging vocal style encompasses jazz, soul, rhythm & blues. She is a talented lyricist and captivating vocalist with a powerful stage presence. She is on tour sharing music from her new release, The Originals, an album celebrating her 10-year career with a compendium of chart-topping originals
Established in 1938 by saxophonist Henry Minton, Minton’s Playhouse stands as a pivotal shrine in the history of jazz, renowned as the birthplace of Bebop. Over the ensuing decades, it served as the epicenter for a revolutionary shift in jazz, laying the foundations for modern jazz.
7pm & 10pm | ROOM 623 | 271 West 119th, (Frederick Douglass & St. Nicholas), Harlem, NYC 10026
Bertha Hope
Jazz pianist Bertha Hope-Booker was born on November 8, 1936, to Corinne Meaux and Clinton Rosemond. Raised in western Los Angeles, California, Hope-Booker attended Manual Arts High School. As a youth, she performed in numerous Los Angeles clubs. Hope-Booker studied piano at Los Angeles Community College and later received her B.A. degree in early childhood education from Antioch College.
Downstairs in this intimate speakeasy you’ll find innovative live jazz & incredible food. In addition to the music, Room 623’s classic art deco bar serves out hand-crafted artisanal cocktails alongside B²runch Harlem’s elevated seafood concept at the hand of Executive Chef, Jose Luis Miguel.
7pm – 11pm | HAMILTON’S BAR & KITCHEN | 3570 Broadway, Harlem, NYC 10031
Berta Indeeds Presents; Baba Don Babatunde & JaamboSam Barrios Keyboards, Marcus Steel, Steel Pan, Donald Spider Nicks Bass, BaBa Don Drums & Special Guest Ingrid Lowery, Vocals
Afro Caribbean Jazz group brings you Latin, Soul and Raggae and more. Led by Baba Donn Eaton, a member of The true godfathers of hip hop, The Last Poets’, whose politically charged poetry inspired everyone from Marvin Gaye to Public Enemy. Sam Barrios Keyboards, Marcus Steel, Steel Pan, Donald Spider Nicks Bass, BaBa Don Drums & Special Guest Ingrid Lowery, Vocals
8pm | PATRICK’S PLACE | 2835 Frederick Douglas Blvd. New York NY 10039
Jazz Jam Led by Patience Higgins
Grammy award-winning jazz saxophonist, flutist, clarinet, oboe, and English horn musician. Higgins has performed with Count Basie and Duke Ellington Orchestras, Barry Harris, Archie Shepp, Jimmy Scott, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Paquito D’Rivera, Cleo Laine, and The Sugar Hill Jazz Quartet. Higgins is a Broadway musician and an educator. Global, yet Higgins has held a residency for over 25 years.
A haven for jazz masters, Patrick’s Place features a relaxed, friendly dining experience filled with the soulful sounds of jazz and rhythmic Caribbean music. As native Jamaican’s, their passion is to recreate the delicious aromas and flavors for you.
10pm – 1am | ROOM 623 | 271 West 119th, (Frederick Douglass & St. Nicholas), Harlem, NYC 10026
Holly Bean
Holly grew up in East Tennessee and began playing the piano very early, always watching her parents play and wanting to copy what she heard. She was three years old or so when she picked out her first tune by ear on the piano. Loathe to take lessons, she mainly taught herself by learning music by ear and arranging it however she liked on the piano until college, when she met Donald Brown at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Brown recognized Holly’s inclination for the jazz idiom and immediately took her under his wing, which quickly resulted in Holly’s firm decision to pursue a professional career as a jazz pianist. During her time at UT Knoxville, Holly also studied classical piano under the direction of world-renowned pianist and Sandra G. Powell Endowed Professor of Piano Dr. Chih-Long Hu, as well as music composition under the direction of award-winning new music composer Dr. Andrew Sigler.
Downstairs in this intimate speakeasy you’ll find innovative live jazz & incredible food. In addition to the music, Room 623’s classic art deco bar serves out hand-crafted artisanal cocktails alongside B²runch Harlem’s elevated seafood concept at the hand of Executive Chef, Jose Luis Miguel.
11pm – 3am | MINTON’S PLAYHOUSE | 206 W 118th St., Harlem, NYC 10026
TRUMPET SUMMIT w/ James Zollar & Michael Cruse
Michael Cruse -This Kentucky-born trumpeter and singer is blazing trails on the NY Jazz scene. Michael has performed and studied with jazz greats such as Roy Hargrove, Les McCann, JD Allen, Terence Blanchard, Javon Jackson, and performed with Bootsy Collins, KeKe Wyatt, Keisha Cole, Damian Sneed, Marc Broussard.
Late Night Jams are back!! Established in 1938 by saxophonist Henry Minton, Minton’s Playhouse stands as a pivotal shrine in the history of jazz, renowned as the birthplace of Bebop. Over the ensuing decades, it served as the epicenter for a revolutionary shift in jazz, laying the foundations for modern jazz.
4pm | NATIONAL JAZZ MUSEUM IN HARLEM | 58 W 129TH St., Harlem, NYC 10027
Jazz Power Initiative Presents: Now’s the Time for Jazz Diplomacy
Jazz Power Initiative Presents: Ari Roland Quartet with Ari Roland, Chris Byars, Zaid Nasser, Keith Balla.
Intergenerational Jazz Power Jam is proud to present the Ari Roland Quartet with Ari Roland, bass, Zaid Nasser, saxophone, Chris Byars, saxophone, and Keith Balla, drums. Ari Roland is a born and raised New Yorker, Juilliard alumni, who was mentored by legends such as Lou Donaldson, Barry Harris and Betty Carter. He has traveled around the world to Asia, Africa, Europe and the Middle East, on 150 tours, spreading his message of unity through jazz music. We are thrilled to have him bring his program, “Now’s the Time for Jazz Diplomacy,” to our Intergenerational Jazz Power stages, join us!
7pm – 11pm | GINNY’S SUPPER CLUB | 310 Malcolm X Blvd., Harlem, NYC (Downstairs @ Red Rooster)
Anu Sun
The Shed’s Jam Sessions is back!
TheShed (a New York City jam session established in 2013) is the brainchild of Grammy and Emmy award accredited music producer/engineer, Anu Sun. Since 2013, The Shed has been ranked one of New York City’s top jam sessions. Over the years The Shed has garnered a reputation as a hang for the hottest musicians in New York City’s Jazz and R&B scene, and as a launchpad for emerging talent. Some even venture to say that The Shed is like an underground “Showtime at The Apollo.” In speaking of The Shed, Anu stated that he started The Shed to find the best up-and-coming progressive talent, and to build his rolodex of skilled musicians. Shed supporters refer to the music, fashion and cultural experience at the event as “music church.” A special added perk of the event is the surprise pop-up celebrity appearances.
Past Performances at #TheShed Include:
Robert Glasper, Dave Chapelle, Anderson Paak, Thundercat, Terrace Martin, Bilal, The Roots, Bryan Michael Cox, Chris “Daddy” Dave, Donnell Rawlings, Kamasi Washington, J. Ivy, The Roots, Keyon Harold, B.J. The Chicago Kid, Chris King, Maurice “Mo Betta” Brown.
7pm & 9pm | MINTON’S PLAYHOUSE | 206 W 118th St., Harlem, NYC 10026
Alexandria DeWalt
Born and raised in Houston, TX, Alexandria DeWalt is a vocalist, flutist, and composer. Coming out of the South, DeWalt seeks to find the connections between her gospel roots, Americana, classical, and jazz traditions. With her voice, she simultaneously acknowledges her roots/past while still pushing the boundaries of the music.
“When Billie Holiday comes back, she will sound something like Alexandria DeWalt. She will have that same informed “black-girl swagger,” the confident humility, and that sweet sound that Alexandria woos us with. Maybe she’s already back?”—Kirk Whalum
Established in 1938 by saxophonist Henry Minton, Minton’s Playhouse stands as a pivotal shrine in the history of jazz, renowned as the birthplace of Bebop. Over the ensuing decades, it served as the epicenter for a revolutionary shift in jazz, laying the foundations for modern jazz.
Today, Minton’s Playhouse continues to host exceptional musicians, delivering outstanding performances in a one-of-a-kind setting. Known for its commitment to high-quality of music, service, decadent drinks, and exceptional cuisine, Minton’s remains an iconic and vibrant establishment in the world of jazz & NYC.
7pm | PATRICK’S PLACE | 2835 Frederick Douglas Blvd. New York NY 10039
Rob Roberts Quartet
A haven for jazz masters, Patrick’s Place features a relaxed, friendly dining experience filled with the soulful sounds of jazz and rhythmic Caribbean music. As native Jamaican’s, their passion is to recreate the delicious aromas and flavors for you.
8pm & 10pm | ROOM 623 | 271 West 119th, (Frederick Douglass & St. Nicholas), Harlem, NYC 10026
Noël Simoné Wippler
Noël Simoné Wippler is a Soprano, multi-instrumentalist, dancer, actor, writer and producer born and raised and residing in El Barrio of Harlem, New York City . Noël has shared the stage with the likes of Blues ,Hip Hop , Rock, Latin and Jazz greats from such as Herbie Hancock, Houston Pearson , Geri Allen , Marc Carey, Roy Hargrove , Bobby Sanabria and many more. Noël works in a theater production of “Aint Misbehavin” with Irving Street Rep , where she plays the character known from actress Charlayne Woodard. Currently , Noel recently played Sister Rosetta Tharpe in “Marie and Rosetta” in the 2019 season of Cygnet Theatre in San Diego, CA.
Downstairs in this intimate speakeasy you’ll find innovative live jazz & incredible food. In addition to the music, Room 623’s classic art deco bar serves out hand-crafted artisanal cocktails alongside B²runch Harlem’s elevated seafood concept at the hand of Executive Chef, Jose Luis Miguel.
8pm – 11pm | DINOSAUR BBQ | 700 W125th St. (@12th Ave.), Harlem, NYC 10027
Those Guys
Live Soul, Blues and R&B are served up! Rousing bands and vocals bring you a truly groovy night out. Dinosaur Bar-B Que, located in West Harlem under the Riverside Drive Viaduct, is a spacious, rustic BBQ restaurant, and cocktail bar. They have award winning sauces, and legendary smoked meats, plus the music is fire! Eat, drink, dance it off, repeat. No Cover.
8:30pm | COTTON CLUB | 656 W 125th St., Harlem, NYC 10027
Rick Anthony
The right entertainment transforms an ordinary dinner into an engaging, unforgettable affair. Ever since the glory days of world famous musician Duke Ellington and his orchestra, some of the most profound artists, including Slappy White, Chuck Jackson and even legendary Tom Jones, have tuned up with our band. Many of the musicians and vocalists who performed with the Big Bands of The Cotton Club’s “heyday” continue to grace its stage: Al Pazant, the trumpet player, and Tim Williams, the trombone player – who played with Art Blakley and Count Basie – are just a few.
The Cotton Club is world-renowned for it’s a fine Southern cuisine and heavenly, all-natural desserts. In our gourmet kitchen, our master chefs prepare from scratch the most exquisite and delectable desserts, pastries and main courses.
11pm – 3am | MINTON’S PLAYHOUSE | 206 W 118th St., Harlem, NYC 10026
SAX SUMMIT w/ James Carter, Patience Higgins & Kevin Oliver Jr.
James Carter – A powerhouse musician and one of the most admired saxophonists of his generation, garnering plaudits for his role in helping to propel jazz full tilt into the future over the past twenty-five years. His music is fueled by deep respect and intimate knowledge of the jazz tradition. Carter always finds a way into what ever musical situation he finds himself in. “You have to be totally comfortable wherever,” Carter says. “I think there’s tremendous beauty in cross-pollinations of music and influences”. He has released 14 recordings with his various ensembles for Atlantic Records, Sony and UMG. Several feature his renowned Organ Trio and one includes the Concerto for Saxophones and Orchestra by renowned composer, Roberto Sierra. 30 August 2019 marked his long-awaited debut on Blue Note Records with the release of James Carter Organ Trio: Live From Newport Jazz. James Carter is the winner of multiple downbeat awards; and in 2004 received one of America’s highest cultural awards: The Dr. Alaine Locke Award, given annually to individuals who have provided exemplary service and leadership in the promotion of African-American culture. 2024 sees the debut of James Carter’s latest project: Lookin’ at Lock: The Music of Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis, featuring James Carter on Saxophones, Satish Robertson on trumpet, Gerard Gibbs on piano, Hilliard Greene on bass, and Kahlil Kwame Bell on drums.
Patience Higgins – Grammy award-winning jazz saxophonist, flutist, clarinet, oboe, and English horn musician. Higgins has performed with Count Basie and Duke Ellington Orchestras, Barry Harris, Archie Shepp, Jimmy Scott, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Paquito D’Rivera, Cleo Laine, and The Sugar Hill Jazz Quartet. Higgins is a Broadway musician and an educator. Global, yet Higgins has held a residency for over 25 years.
Kevin Oliver Jr. – From Atlanta to Juilliard. This young, exuberant alto saxophonist-composer, and arranger, has high aims. And, his debut project “OLIVER,” paints a musical self-portrait that reveals a universe brimming with positivity, inspiration, and love.
Late Night Jams are back!! Established in 1938 by saxophonist Henry Minton, Minton’s Playhouse stands as a pivotal shrine in the history of jazz, renowned as the birthplace of Bebop. Over the ensuing decades, it served as the epicenter for a revolutionary shift in jazz, laying the foundations for modern jazz.
10:00am – 2pm | GINNY’S SUPPER CLUB | 310 Lenox Ave. Harlem, NYC 10027 (Downstairs @ Red Rooster)
Gospel Brunch with Sing Harlem!
This Harlem Icon features Harlem’s only All-You-Can Eat Gospel Brunch. With 2 showings for you to feast on faith and the finest of fare.
Under the direction of Ahmaya Knoelle Higginson, Sing Harlem has grown to be a highly respected and influential force in the New York gospel scene, producing not only great vocalists, but top-notch global citizens. Sing Harlem has performed at many prestigious venues and concerts across America including The Congressional Black Caucus, The Stellar Awards, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Lincoln Center, and the Grammy Awards.
10:00am – 11pm | RED ROOSTER | 310 Lenox Ave. Harlem, NYC 10027
Jazzy Sundays with Nate Lucas All Stars
2 Sets w/ 2 Nate Lucas Bands | NOON-4pm & 5pm-9pm
Nate Lucas was born and raised in New York City. He began studying music at the age of 7 at the Manna house workshop. He first studied guitar under the guidance of the incomparable Skeeter Best. At age 8 he moved on to the piano and began to study with Madam Washington. Nathan was introduced to Jazz by his legendary Saxaphonist father Max “the Sax” Lucas. Music was just a hobby until he entered Lafamile Jazz Club in Harlem, which was his first encounter with the Hammond B3 organ. It was love at first sight and at that point he knew this is what he wanted to do for the rest of his life. Over the years Nathan has befriended some of the greatest musicians in the world and has honed his craft under their tutelage. Such friends like Dr. Lonnie Smith, Jimmy McGriff, Jack McDuff, Charles Earland, John Patton, George Benson, Gloria Coleman, Joey Defrancessco, Seleno Clarke, Danny Mixon, Mel Davis, Micheal LeDonne, Jimmy ” Preacher” Robbins have all taught him to master the art of Jazz and the Hammond B3 Organ.
Named in honor of the legendary Harlem speakeasy that attracted neighborhood folk, jazz greats, and noteworthy figures of the 20th century; from Adam Clayton Powell Jr. to Nat King Cole and James Baldwin. We’re privileged to share our namesake with the original Red Rooster.
NOON | PATRICK’S PLACE | 2835 Frederick Douglas Blvd. New York NY 10039
Jazz Brunch | Boncellia Lewis & Friends
A haven for jazz masters, Patrick’s Place features a relaxed, friendly dining experience filled with the soulful sounds of jazz and rhythmic Caribbean music. As native Jamaican’s, their passion is to recreate the delicious aromas and flavors for you.
NOON | COTTON CLUB | 656 W 125th St., Harlem, NYC 10027
Brunch & Gospel featuring Helen Slade
Travel back in time to Harlem’s heydey, to the famous Cotton Club for Sunday Brunch and a live gospel music choir.
The Cotton Club is world-renowned for it’s a fine Southern cuisine and heavenly, all-natural desserts. In their gourmet kitchen, the master chefs prepare from scratch the most exquisite and delectable brunch buffet you’ll find around. After enjoying brunch, sit back and enjoy show, but we think it’s more likely that you’ll be dancing in your seat!
4pm – 7pm | HARLEM SHAKE | 100 W. 124TH St., Harlem, NYC 10027
Soul Power Sundays w/ Soul Power Band featuring C. Kelly Wright
C. Kelly Wright is an award-winning actress, singer, coach, and host, “a force of nature with power-house pipes that demand not only to be heard but felt”. Catch the vibe as C. Kelly Wright takes center stage with her band every Sunday in Harlem at Harlem Shake! Read more about C. Kelly Wright here.
6pm – 7:30pm | ROOM 623 | 271 West 119th, (Frederick Douglass & St. Nicholas), Harlem, NYC 10026
Julia Danielle
Julia Danielle is an up-and-coming vocalist, arranger, educator, and composer based in the heart of the vibrant jazz scene of Chicago.
Her classical training with Northwestern University Voice and Opera professor, Theresa Brancaccio laid the solid foundation for Julia to now bend and blend the lines of classic and contemporary jazz and soul music. Julia grew up in the traveling and nationally competing Campanella Children’s Choir, and is an alumn of the Chicago a Cappella: High School Apprenticeship Program from 2018-2019.
Downstairs in this intimate speakeasy you’ll find innovative live jazz & incredible food. In addition to the music, Room 623’s classic art deco bar serves out hand-crafted artisanal cocktails alongside B²runch Harlem’s elevated seafood concept at the hand of Executive Chef, Jose Luis Miguel.
6pm – 10pm | AMERICAN LEGION POST 398 | 248 W 132nd St., Harlem, NYC 10027.
The Seleno Clarke Legacy Band
The Seleno Clarke Legacy Band leads a legendary Sunday evening Jazz Jam in the Harlem Community. The American Legion Post 398 is Harlem’s only remaining organ house and we are honored to partner with them in continuing a 25 year legacy in honor of the great organist, Saleno Clark. David Lee Jones, Organ Monk, and Russell Carter lead a star studded jam!! Your Sunday night is incomplete without some good soul food and good soul jazz. So, join us every Sunday. No Cover.
7pm & 9pm | MINTON’S PLAYHOUSE | 206 W 118th St., Harlem, NYC 10026
James Carter
James Carter – A powerhouse musician and one of the most admired saxophonists of his generation, garnering plaudits for his role in helping to propel jazz full tilt into the future over the past twenty-five years. His music is fueled by deep respect and intimate knowledge of the jazz tradition. Carter always finds a way into what ever musical situation he finds himself in. “You have to be totally comfortable wherever,” Carter says. “I think there’s tremendous beauty in cross-pollinations of music and influences”. He has released 14 recordings with his various ensembles for Atlantic Records, Sony and UMG. Several feature his renowned Organ Trio and one includes the Concerto for Saxophones and Orchestra by renowned composer, Roberto Sierra. 30 August 2019 marked his long-awaited debut on Blue Note Records with the release of James Carter Organ Trio: Live From Newport Jazz. James Carter is the winner of multiple downbeat awards; and in 2004 received one of America’s highest cultural awards: The Dr. Alaine Locke Award, given annually to individuals who have provided exemplary service and leadership in the promotion of African-American culture. 2024 sees the debut of James Carter’s latest project: Lookin’ at Lock: The Music of Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis, featuring James Carter on Saxophones, Satish Robertson on trumpet, Gerard Gibbs on piano, Hilliard Greene on bass, and Kahlil Kwame Bell on drums.
Established in 1938 by saxophonist Henry Minton, Minton’s Playhouse stands as a pivotal shrine in the history of jazz, renowned as the birthplace of Bebop. Over the ensuing decades, it served as the epicenter for a revolutionary shift in jazz, laying the foundations for modern jazz.
8pm & 10pm | ROOM 623 | 271 West 119th, (Frederick Douglass & St. Nicholas), Harlem, NYC 10026
Rising Stars of Berklee Jazz ft. The Drum Circle
Blake Duea on guitar, Josiah Rutta on piano, Zoltan Riley on drums, Noah Arroyo on drums. On vocals is Julia Colucci, Mahima Juyal, and Alexander Ortiz-Gonzalez is Vocal & MC
The Rising Stars Series founded & directed by Professor Mimi Jones originating at The Berklee College of Music, and would eventually manifest into a platform for other Young Lyons to perform. The featured artist this spring is a powerful ensemble of young musicians producing music derivative of the African Diaspora, and modern influences including R&B, Funk, Afro Caribbean, Fusion, Blues, Pop and Jazz. Meet the Band: Blake Duea on guitar, Josiah Rutta on piano, Zoltan Riley on drums, Noah Arroyo on drums. On vocals is Julia Colucci, Mahima Juyal, and Alexander Ortiz-Gonzalez is Vocal & MC. Playing contemporary compositions from incredible artists of the time, this band is will lift your spirits.
Downstairs in this intimate speakeasy you’ll find innovative live jazz & incredible food. In addition to the music, Room 623’s classic art deco bar serves out hand-crafted artisanal cocktails alongside B²runch Harlem’s elevated seafood concept at the hand of Executive Chef, Jose Luis Miguel.
11pm – 3am | MINTON’S PLAYHOUSE | 206 W 118th St., Harlem, NYC 10026
Tyreek McDole
Tyreek McDole, a 24-year-old Haitian-American vocalist from sunny Florida, shines brilliantly as his star rises in the bustling New York Scene. With a string of prestigious awards to his name, Tyreek stands out as a rising star in the music world. It was during the acclaimed Jazz at Lincoln Center’s 2018 Essentially Ellington National Competition that Tyreek made his vocal debut, leaving an indelible mark as he walked away with the prestigious Outstanding Vocalist Award, presented by none other than the iconic Wynton Marsalis. Read more about Tyreek McDole here.
Late Night Jams are back!! Established in 1938 by saxophonist Henry Minton, Minton’s Playhouse stands as a pivotal shrine in the history of jazz, renowned as the birthplace of Bebop. Over the ensuing decades, it served as the epicenter for a revolutionary shift in jazz, laying the foundations for modern jazz.
