Live Jazz in New York

Rhythm, history, and Caribbean spirit come alive as GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY Award–winning saxophonist David Sánchez brings his vibrant new project Tambó to the stage. Inspired by the powerful musical traditions of Loíza, Puerto Rico and San Basilio de Palenque in Colombia, the music pulses with Afro-Caribbean rhythm, expressive improvisation, and deep cultural roots. The evening begins with a short conversation between Sánchez and award-winning journalist and La Brega host Alana Casanova-Burgess, offering a glimpse into the stories behind the project before the music takes over for a dynamic live album presentation. Don’t miss this immersive night of rhythm, heritage, and celebration. PERFORMANCE LINEUP David Sánchez, tenor saxophone, bandleaderAlex Brown, pianoRicardo Rodríguez, bassTony Escapa, drumsCamilo Molina, percussionJhan Lee Aponte, percussion

About Hard-swinging drummer Joe Farnsworth brings his dynamic quartet to the stage for four nights of straight-ahead jazz at its most joyful and electrifying. A master bandleader known for lifting up the next generation, Farnsworth leads an intergenerational ensemble through fiery solos, soulful ballads, and plenty of spontaneous magic along the way. PERFORMANCE LINEUP Joe Farnsworth, drums

About Hard-swinging drummer Joe Farnsworth brings his dynamic quartet to the stage for four nights of straight-ahead jazz at its most joyful and electrifying. A master bandleader known for lifting up the next generation, Farnsworth leads an intergenerational ensemble through fiery solos, soulful ballads, and plenty of spontaneous magic along the way. PERFORMANCE LINEUP Joe Farnsworth, drums

About Hard-swinging drummer Joe Farnsworth brings his dynamic quartet to the stage for four nights of straight-ahead jazz at its most joyful and electrifying. A master bandleader known for lifting up the next generation, Farnsworth leads an intergenerational ensemble through fiery solos, soulful ballads, and plenty of spontaneous magic along the way. PERFORMANCE LINEUP Joe Farnsworth, drums

About Hard-swinging drummer Joe Farnsworth brings his dynamic quartet to the stage for four nights of straight-ahead jazz at its most joyful and electrifying. A master bandleader known for lifting up the next generation, Farnsworth leads an intergenerational ensemble through fiery solos, soulful ballads, and plenty of spontaneous magic along the way. PERFORMANCE LINEUP Joe Farnsworth, drums

About Step into the sound of a full big band as Grammy Award-winning saxophonist, composer, and longtime Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra member Ted Nash takes the stage. With a standout ensemble behind him, the music moves with energy, warmth, and a strong sense of swing, making for a night that feels alive from the first note to the last. PERFORMANCE LINEUP Ted Nash, music director and saxophone

About Step into an intimate, story-filled evening as Valerie and Benedict Turner bring the sound and spirit of early country blues to life. More than performers, they are storytellers and cultural historians, on a mission to celebrate the profound contributions of early African American artists through intricate fingerpicking, rhythmic grooves, and vivid anecdotes that transport you to the 1920s and 30s. It’s a warm, up-close night at Dizzy’s that feels personal, lively, and deeply connected to the roots of American music. PERFORMANCE LINEUP Valerie Turner, vocals, guitarBenedict Turner, washboard, percussion

About Step into a vibrant, feel-good set as Edmar Castañeda and his quartet bring Global Heartbeat to life through soaring harp, rich rhythms, and moments of pure connection. Moving between intimate and high-energy, the music reflects love, celebration, spirituality, and empathy, inviting you into an experience that feels both personal and expansive. It’s a night that carries the spirit of a shared pulse, reminding us we’re all part of one global rhythm. PERFORMANCE LINEUP Edmar Castañeda, harpAndrea Tierra, vocalsZeudi Castaneda, vocalsZamir Castaneda, trumpet, maracasBirsa Chatterjee, tenor saxJulian Miltenberger, drums