HotSpots Today - April 4

April 4–5

The Real Ambassadors: Armstrong & Brubeck

Jazz at Lincoln Center

Documenting the struggles and triumphs of the Civil Rights Movement, material from Dave and Iola Brubeck’s 1962 album featuring Louis Armstrong lands in the Appel Room. Celebrate this 20th-century classic with new arrangements from pianist Chris Pattishall and fresh perspectives from an award-winning ensemble, including Chris Brubeck, Alphonso Horne, Shenel Johns, Vuyo Sotashe, and more. MORE INFO

April 4–5

Duduka da Fonseca, Maucha Adnet & Helio Alves

Jazz at Lincoln Center

Experience the rich rhythms of Samba Jazz and Bossa Nova with this talented trio. Performances are scheduled from April 2 to April 5, with multiple showtimes each evening. MORE INFO

April 4–5

Eliane Elias

Birdland

Renowned pianist and vocalist Eliane Elias brings her unique blend of Brazilian jazz to Birdland. Don't miss this opportunity to see her live. MORE INFO

April 5

Marshall Allen & The New Dawn

Roulette

Celebrate Marshall Allen's 100th birthday with a special performance at Roulette. This event promises an evening of avant-garde jazz led by the legendary saxophonist. MORE INFO

April 2–5

Orrin Evans' 50th Birthday Celebration

Chris' Jazz Cafe

Join pianist Orrin Evans as he celebrates his 50th birthday with a four-night engagement at Chris' Jazz Cafe. Each night promises special guests and memorable performances. MORE INFO

April 4–6

Sullivan Fortner Trio

Village Vanguard

New Orleans-born pianist Sullivan Fortner brings intimacy, fire, and finesse to the hallowed Vanguard stage with his trio. MORE INFO

April 4–6

Walter Smith III Quartet

Smoke Jazz Club

A modern tenor saxophone force, Walter Smith III explores rich textures and daring interplay with his world-class quartet. MORE INFO

April 6

Jon Batiste

Metropolitan Opera

Genre-defying pianist, vocalist, and composer Jon Batiste takes center stage at the Met for a one-of-a-kind night of soul and spectacle. MORE INFO

April 6

Camille Thurman

William Paterson University

Camille Thurman commands sax and vocals with powerful poise. She lights up William Paterson’s jazz series with her dynamic band. MORE INFO

April 4

Black Earth SWAY

BRIC

Nicole Mitchell, Jo Via Armstrong, Coco Elysses & Alexis Lombre present a spiritually-charged celebration of Black women’s creativity in this immersive performance. MORE INFO

April 4 & 5

Salute to Freddie Hubbard & Cannonball Adderley

Jazz Forum

Louis Hayes, Vincent Herring, Jeremy Pelt and others pay tribute to two giants of modern jazz in this fiery all-star set. MORE INFO

April 5

LOJO Brown

Jazz Gallery NYC

Vocalist LOJO Brown blends classic soul and forward-thinking jazz in two intimate upstate and downtown gigs. Also April 6 @ Caffe Lena NY MORE INFO

April 5

Major and Minors of Jazz

Flushing Town Hall

Jazz is an art form with no age limits! No one is too old or too young to play jazz. In our Majors and Minors of Jazz concert, young and old musicians will meet. Two quintets: “Minor” musicians (age 12 to 19) and “Major” musicians (age 80 to 97) will present tunes of each member’s choosing and featuring each individual member. The Elder Band of Majors under the leadership of Carol Sudhalter will feature: Bertha Hope, Steve Little, Keisha St. Joan, Jay Leonhart, and with very special guest: the legendary Houston Person MORE INFO